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    Jambo's BBQ Shack & Catering

    4.2 (177 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Caterers
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Dee B.

    Humongous spilling over the sides meaty tender and super tasty brisket potato!!!! I can't remember a better one I've ever had! It could feed 2 normal people, and it stuffed me full as a tick! I had the Sadie baked potato, burnt ends, and tried a bacon wrapped jalapeno. The burnt ends were too tender, I like mine more crispy. I would skip the bacon jalapeno, but that potato was fabulous! I came because of the photos and it was spot on!! Bonus was it tasted as good as it looked! I would definitely return and try the huge sandwich next! The cashier was super friendly and also said the Arlington location is not affiliated with this location, and this location was much preferred by their customers. The simple decor shows off the award winning BBQ and leaves no doubts too their expertise. Well done Jambo's!

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    Mark B.

    Took this home, and it was absolutely Amazing. BBQ sauce was great,with just a hint of spice. we had the Sadie, which was a loaded stuff, baked potato, and I had the Texan. Whole Lotta food that was the best BBQ that I have had in a very long time especially in take home and not badly priced very fair and reasonable. Highly recommend. Spoke with the manager they have the BEST barbecue I've ever had in 30 to 40 years. Nice large portions extremely delicious flavor. I can't say enough about this. I was totally blown away. Highly recommend Jambos BBQ.

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    Best BBQ around. My favorites are the sausage and loaded baked potatoes. Oh. And the beans. And the sauce. Good stuff.

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    we paid $100 for a smoked turkey and ham...... well they did! I didn't know could make food taste like leather shoes. never again

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    Wonderful barbecue and sides. The Friday only pork chop is my favorite. Friendly service and great food makes this a favorite spot to eat.

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    Really good Texas BBQ. Service is friendly I would highly recommend Jambo's. I always get the sliced brisket sandwich

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    Hickory Stick Bar-B-Q - The Brisket and Ribs combo

    Hickory Stick Bar-B-Q

    4.4(212 reviews)
    3.8 miFar South
    $$

    We came here on a hot route after seeing that the line at Goldee's was 2.5 hours long and I wasn't…read morewow'd per se, but it was a solid place. I got my usual 2 meat plater with briskets, pork ribs, beans and mac and cheese. I would say everything was solid, but nothing really stood out except the ribs, they were really good! The mac and cheese had bacon in which was a nice touch but didn't elevate it overall. The place looks like something straight out of the late 70's or early 80's and I don't think they have added any new decor since. The people were extremely friendly and the service was fast. So, if you are looking for a quick solid meal at a good value, this is the spot. Oh, and they had that triple ply toilet paper in the bathroom. Would poop here again.

    From Los Angeles, but I grew up with a Midwestern kitchen Kansas City, Missouri style so I know the…read morebarbecue when I eat it. In my humble opinion, salt lick, and drift for Texas is outstanding however, if you're in Fort Worth and you want an amazing barbecue, you're going to be at Hickory sticks barbecue and let me tell you their brisket is second to none. Service is outstanding for what this place is side of the road joint clearly mom and Pop Shop, but again in my humble opinion, the mama pop shops are the best. Do us a favor stay away from chains come to places like this you'll arrive hungry and leave full. Great selection of food very kind folk, especially from folks not from around there very cool vibe with that Classic Texas style barbecue atmosphere whatever you do don't open the little box that says in case of fire open if you do so open at your own risk. On my leads out there if you're passing by this way, you need to take a stop grab yourself a brisket plate and a side brisket sandwich to go kick your feet up and enjoy. You won't find a better smoked brisket anywhere trust me I was there for a hot minute and this is the best brisket I had on the trip.

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    Hickory Stick Bar-B-Q - Combination plate comes with a drink and they added a third meat cause I wanted to try everything.  Bomb!!!

    Combination plate comes with a drink and they added a third meat cause I wanted to try everything. Bomb!!!

    Hickory Stick Bar-B-Q - Fried Bologna & chopped beef sandwich w/ baked potato salad & macaroni salad

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    Goldee’s BBQ - BEEF RIBS

    Goldee’s BBQ

    4.6(464 reviews)
    2.9 miFar South
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    Update: As of July 2026, brisket increased to $42/lb, pork ribs up to $34/lb, turkey down to…read more$32/lb, pork belly up to $34/lb, sausage is sold by the pound (one link is ~$8). Rating: 10/10 Date Visited: 5/10/2025 I ordered the Brisket ($36/lb), Pork Ribs ($30/lb), Pork Belly ($30/lb), Turkey ($39/lb), Jalapeño Cheese Sausage ($7), Bread Budding ($7), and Banana Pudding ($7). This place is AMAZING, it's the best BBQ I've had in my life (I lived in Texas for 20+ years). All the meats were amazing. The pork rib was the best thing, so tender and juicy. The pork belly was a huge surprise - it's so good too. The turkey was one of the most moist turkey I've ever had my entire life. The sausage was cheesy and juicy, one of the best ones I've had. The brisket was solid too, but surprisingly my least favorite of all the meat I ordered. The desserts were decent, but I don't think I would order that again. Would 100% come back and it's definitely worth the 2-3 hour wait. I would recommend coming early at 8 or 9 AM to wait in line and avoid the food selling out (which happens as the day goes on - pretty much everything is sold out by 1 PM).

    Texas Monthly #3 Best BBQ Joint Of 2025! Overall, the most peppery bbq I've had. It satisfied the…read morebbq craving, but not my favorite bbq place. If you like a stronger black pepper taste in your bbq then I think you'll like it. I do think their subtle asian twists on bbq is cool and unique. Ordered: - Brisket - They give alternate half and half lean vs moist. It was good I liked it. - Beef Ribs - Mom was interested in trying it so we got it. I'm just a pork rib girl more than a beef rib girl. - Pork Ribs - Unfortunately, it wasn't as "fall of the bone" as other places. It may have just been the piece we got, but the one we had was 70% bark and 30% meat (if that make sense, I prefer more of a true 50/50 split) - Lamb Ribs - Not something you see at every bbq so we got some to try. I liked it. Can't decide which one I like more between pork vs lamb ribs. - Lao Sausage - Their sausage is kinda big. I felt like 1 sausage is the size of 2 sausages at other bbq joints. It's serves with sticky rice and honestly it works really well. - Mac & Cheese - A bit heavy on the pepper. It was alright not my favorite mac and cheese. - South Carolina Pork Hash - a unique side that is special to them. Pork Gravy over jasmine rice. Too mushy for me. - Lemon Kale Slaw - It was alright. Not my favorite slaw. - Banana Pudding - Yummy. I really like their banana pudding. It had a slight cinnamon and almost graham cracker taste to it. - House made bread - Yummy. Almost like a sweet roll meets white bread. We went on a rainy Friday morning. Arrived at 9:30 ish, got our food and seated by 12:30 ish. Asked the dude first in line what time he got there and he said 7:30ish. People abandon their lawn chairs so they had a decent amount near the entrance of the store that people just borrow while they're waiting. When the rain got bad, they let customers wait in the covered area where they store the smokers which was nice.

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    Roscoes Smokehouse - Full Menu

    Roscoes Smokehouse

    3.7(194 reviews)
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    This was our first visit but the negative reviews almost kept me away but glad they didn't…read more The restaurant was clean and not busy at all which was a little surprising for a Saturday at 7:30 pm. The menu was on a large video display. There were lots to choose from and the prices looked very reasonable. I ordered the "Moo-Oink-En-platter. It included all of the meats on the menu, two sides and Texas toast. I chose the potato salad and red beans. I had the banana pudding for desert. My wife chose the "Kids plate, chop beef sandwich with Red beans for her side. She had the peach cobbler for desert and said it was all good. There was not one item I did not enjoy as it was all very good. I rated them 5 and my wife gave them a 5 as well. Give them a chance and tell us what you think.

    Food: no sliced brisket! Instead I had cold chopped brisket so cold the guy behind the counter…read morepicked it up bare handed no glove didn't eat it!! I had a potato! Service: ok this is what rubs me the wrong way with this place!! These snobby rude kids I have bit my tongue the past few times we have come here it just keeps getting worse and worse they are always in the phone when you politely ask for anything they start with a huff or eye roll. Ambiance: The dining area looks a mess restroom are it's going down hill!! I use to love to come here and tonight I finally told my wife I can't with this place anymore! This use to be a Clean cool place with delicious BBQ!! WHAT HAPPENED!! I haven't been this upset at any place ever but the people make the place and if service is poor the food and the establishment are not far behind!

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    Rib Plate with sweet potato fries

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