We stopped into this restaurant after hanging out in the Dallas area, and we were immediately…read moregreeted when we walked in. My husband and I had never been to a BBQ joint quite like this before. At first, we were looking around like, "Is this a buffet?" Lol The restaurant has a really cool Western BBQ feel, and you can smell the BBQ smoking before you even walk inside. The meat is weighed by the pound, and we ordered brisket, baked potatoes, creamed corn, green beans, and a brisket-stuffed pepper wrapped in bacon. One of the coolest things is that if you eat inside the restaurant, dessert is FREE! They had peach cobbler, banana pudding, and ice cream. The brisket was AMAZING, and so were the creamed corn, green beans, peach cobbler, and those bacon-wrapped stuffed peppers! We really enjoyed everything we tried. This was such a fun experience and some seriously good BBQ. I can't wait to return!

This has been my must go to twice a year when I visit a friend in McKinney for quite sometime now…read more What started out as the most amazing barbecue I've ever had has unfortunately come up short the last two times I've been there. Back in March I excitedly went to enjoy my usual brisket sandwich and green beans to find out they changed those so an entirely different recipe. Greasy and over powered with bacon and sweetness ruined what once was the best side they had there. Upon my most recent visit back two weeks ago I was hoping to find that they maybe realized they had made a mistake and went back to the original green beans but unfortunately that was not the case. Still those nasty greasy green beans. Eww! Also, my brisket sandwich this time was a no go. I asked for the lean cut but had to pick it apart to remove all of the fat in it which then made the bun super soggy. I was so disappointed again :( I'm not really sure what changes are being made and why but some things just need to stay the same. If it's not broke, don't try and fix it...

Good food,great customer service. Sampled the brisket,sausage,ribs and pork sandwiches.read more

Have had the pulled pork sandwich and potato salad very good. Also have had the peach cobbler good…read morealso. Would recommend this place.

Went on 1/13/23…read more The location was slightly different; it was a food-truck circle with a Japanese Hibachi truck. Talked to Kenneth; very friendly. Let me sample the brisket. Mmm! I opted for pork ribs and coleslaw since that's what someone else ordered. =) The ribs were really great except the rub/crust made it a little saltier than I like. But I never use salt at a restaurant, and I order my In-N-Out fries cooked light, no salt. =) I should've just rubbed a little of the salt off the ribs and/or used a little water. So I would order that again. The coleslaw had a really good spicy kick. I think I like mine a little more chopped up, but I could've just thrown it in a food processor. Anyway, definitely worth trying the coleslaw. They have an unusual pizza, but this was the first weekend they didn't have the dough. They cater. And I think they know a good cajun cook. I love cajun, so I should've asked more about whether he was catering only, or if you could pick up at the food truck. Overall, good food. Friendly owners. Innovating, but not cutting corners. Wishing them all the best success!

Absolutely wonderful guys! I called a few days before because I needed a large order of their…read moresmoked jalapeños. I got a very quick response! Absolutely delicious! Recommend!

Phenomenal food all the way around! Everything is smoked outside on the pit, and you can taste that…read moreauthentic smoke flavor in every bite. From the beans and potato salad to all the meats, everything was excellent. The brisket is phenomenal, the sausage is outstanding, and the ribs are truly one of a kind. None of the meat even needs sauce--the smoke and natural flavor of the meat speak for themselves. I'm Texas born and raised, so I know good barbecue, and this place absolutely delivers. This is my second time here, and somehow it just keeps getting better every time I come back. You can tell they take pride in what they're doing and in the quality of the food they serve. Great food, authentic Texas barbecue, and definitely worth coming back for. Five stars all the way!

Just moved to the area. I had a taste for bbq. Since I am a bbq snob I am very picky with the…read moreplaces I choose to try. The bbq looked on point and very tender. I was not disappointed and this will be my go to bbq spot in this area. Highly recommend and well worth the try. Great service and customer friendly. This is what what we tried: Ribs: 10/10 tender, juicy, flavorful, you can taste the passion and the developed technique. Jalapeno cheddar sausage: 10/10 bursting with flavor, seasoned just right, great quality, good snap. Cheddar and jalapeno is balanced. Very distinct and not one you can find just anywhere. Beef sausage: 10/10 bursting with flavor, great snap, great quality and also one you can't dine just anywhere. Potatoe salad: 8/10 creamy, potatoes well cooked not over cooked, good ingredients. I would have preferred a bit more seasoning and mustard. Bbq beans: 8/10 beans and ground meat based. Nice flavor, creamy, and good quality. I would have like a bit more seasoning. I did add some spicy bbq sauce and the chopped onions provided with the meal. That brought them up to a 10. Collard greens: 8/10 Smokey, seasoned, well cooked, has soul. I prefer a sweet and hot vinegar profile. These are not that but are in a class of their own. Very good and I will purchase again. Cornbread: 10/10 fluffy, moist, buttery, flavorful. Peach cobbler: 9/10 just the right sweetness. Hint of lemon. Cinnamon, brown sugar.. seasoned well. Great flavor. This is not a traditional peach cobbler due to the pie crust not being present. This one has more of a dump cake consistency. Still well worth trying and enjoying.

top choice for our bbq days. the food has great flavor and low sodium for healthier results…read more 5 stars out of 5 stars

very good been there a couple times a little pricey but good…read more yummy can't think of anything else to say

What sets Local Yocal apart is that they run their own butcher shop, so you can actually taste the…read moredifference in the meat before anybody even brings out a sauce. It is a little nicer than your average barbecue joint, tucked into an old renovated warehouse in downtown McKinney, but it still feels laid back once you settle in. I came in mostly for the chicken fried steak after hearing people rave about it, and it lived up to the hype. Crispy crust, tender inside, and that smoky twist they put on it makes it stand out from any other version I have had in town. My buddy ordered a Wagyu steak and could not stop talking about how well it was cooked, which tracks given they cut their own beef. We split the mac and cheese with chopped brisket on the side and that thing is dangerous, rich and loaded with meat. Prices run a bit higher than a typical smokehouse, but the quality earns it. If you care about where your beef comes from, this is the place to go. Excellent service every time!

It's nice that there's a parking lot. Ambience was great so it looks like a "dress up" place but…read morepeople were dressed casually. The noise level wasn't bad even as the restaurant filled. Our waitperson was attentive and answered all our questions. It is pricey!

Great place for catering for large parties. I walked in one day and needed pounds and pounds of…read moremeat and sides for a large party and they were amazing in meeting that order. They were kind and knew what specific pounds were needed for 22 people. The service was awesome and so was the food. Thank you. ~KA

If you're looking for authentic Texas BBQ in Plano, look no further than Lockhart Smokehouse. The…read morefood is absolutely incredible -- perfectly smoked meat with that deep, rich flavor that only comes from doing it right. This place has serious BBQ credibility and it shows in every bite. But what really put this visit over the top was the service. We arrived close to closing time (our bad!), and not a single person made us feel rushed or unwelcome. The staff was warm, gracious, and genuinely happy to help us while they were cleaning up and winding down for the night. That kind of hospitality is rare and it says everything about the culture of this place. The smokehouse vibe is exactly what you'd hope for -- cool, rustic, and full of character. It just feels like a BBQ joint should feel. Five stars without hesitation. We'll absolutely be back -- and next time we'll make sure to show up a little earlier!

The food was good. The people are nice. It definitely looks like you got sucked back to an island…read morein the Philippines for mirienda back home. Food is super legit by all means. The cooks know what they are doing. But just keep in mind that this is on a farm in the middle of Princeton Texas. And there were flies EVERYWHERE. You will see them fly and land and walk around all over the uncovered food. All of them. And nobody cared. So note to self. Lechon is $20 a pound. When I was there they maxed at 2 lbs per person. Some people called ahead. But be informed with their process on their Facebook page. Grilled squid was my favorite. It was $20. Not all options they pictured on their Facebook page that they stated were available actually are. I was looking forward to some pork blood stew and some barbecue pork on a stick and they didn't have any even tho it was mentioned that it would be there. Their process is not efficient as of yet so it takes a while to actually order and then pay for your food. So if you are in a rush- this is not a good idea. There is a little karaoke stage next to the open kitchen. A little stall with desserts being sold. Which were delicious!!! The Ube Leche flan was legit.

This place has amazing food! I hate that it's only open on the weekends because they're always…read morepacked. I've been a few times now and I only go back because of the food! Even if you're the first customer that arrives ( which I have been ) you wait a really long time. I was there for almost 3 hours my first time there. The price is a tad on the high side, but you really can't find food like this anywhere. I love that they sell plants and I love the flan vendor next to them.

If I get BBQ, I go big or go home. When I came to TX that was my attitude, and coming to this food…read moretruck was just fate. That mac n cheese was so good! I always get mac and baked beans when I get BBQ, this was memorable for sure. I was feeling brisket last weekend and it was smokey and delicious. Great spot! Maybe one day they'll become a restaurant!

Food is good, but way overpriced. Got charged 17.80 for this small "Mac special" which was listed…read morefor 11.29 (or something like that). Not worth the money for the amount of food you get. Good customer service though!

The location and outdoor tranquility alone is worth a visit. But if you have small children and a…read moredog or two, you can bring them all in for some seriously good food. Everyone who works here is always so helpful. The covered patio's wooden picnic tables are always the seats to go first. You order at the bar and they give you a number if you're dining in. There's a fantastic general store inside that sells their own pickled veggies and meats. There's also some nice bottled sodas too. We've only been for lunch. The dinner rush is supposed to be their busiest. It makes sense since they have live music in the evening. Match that up with the beer, string lights, and spring/summer nights for a perfect dinner. We'll have to be back to try it sometime! I have to admit - I've had many sandwiches in my life and what really made this was the ciabatta. I'm not a big fan of the bread because it's either too dense or there's too much of it and I'm eating 95% bread and 5% sandwich filling. The Texas wagyu steak sandwich was probably one of the best steak sandwiches I've ever had.

Went for lunch and was a great experience. Great local store to buy Jams and meat, but the food is…read morealso amazing. We had the chicken salad sandwich and the Philly Cheese Steak and a side of Mac and Cheese. The Philly Cheese Steak and the Mac and Cheese use the same Queso you can buy in the store... AMAZING!