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    3.3 (43 reviews)
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    This is the meat I received 2 pans that was missing 1 slab of pork ribs from mac's barbecue in corpus christi texas

    If I could I would leave a -100 mac's ruin our mother's. I call for mac's to cook some meat for us mother's day I have used them many times they even cook for our wedding and many other occasions. When you drop off meat they change by the pound and write down what you bring now am picky about my meat I only buy meat from moody and commissary, and sausage from heb only because they dont carry. Other times the taller lady w/glass brings you the food and open it so you can check it. Well today was weird a short Hispanic man bought my food out I was waiting for him to open the container. Nope he kept saying you dont have to check it all there we dont steal and the owner pack it himself. Now am thinking I have never been told that ever not here not no where. Because says that to a customer. Unless all your food not there. But the man kept repeating it all the way to my car it wasn't seating well with me. But just said OK I had other places to I bought over there 4 beef ribs, 3 pork rib, 4 chicken half, 10 v&v links 5 jalapeño cheddar sausage. I pick it up close to 5 I got home at 710pm I went to season the meat and slab of pork ribs was missing i called and left a message. No one called i called Wednesday the lady repeats my order like I didn't know what I bought over there. She get the owner to call back he tells me he packed it himself and all my food was there I said first it wasn't second why would that make a difference who packs it i dont you or anyone who works there nor did I see you pack it and I dont care who pack as.long as my food is there. Then he said what you want me too to do. I said you tell me the owner then said well I can gave you 10 dollar what you paid to cook that ribs I said and where is the cost of the meat at. He repeat I can give you 10. I told him it seems that you need that meat and 10 more then I do but believe me I will tell everyone I know that you all steals and to make sure when they say you dont have to check you better check because that means they stole your food. That only makes me think about all the meat drop off and paid 300 and 250 for them to cook the meat if really received all of that meat back. Who knows if they not whiching out people meats too. But what I do know we will never ever use them again. A smart business person would of said What can do you can come in and get 3 lbs of pork ribs or your choice of meat to make it right. That's how you do business. And it wasn't about the missing meat it was that man kept saying OVER OVER YOU DONT NEED TO CHECK THE OWNER PACK IT. WELL THE OWNER CANT COUNT AND HE STEALS .​

    I've been going to Mac's over 10yrs, today I went through the drive thru I ordered a marble brisket sandwich, when I got home I was disappointed to see brisket flat. So I called and complain to Rene she suggested as inconvenience on my part to come back with the sandwich so they can correct my order, or she can take my name so on my next visit bring the original brisket flat sandwich, and they will make a new order! Totally unacceptable. I will not be returning to Mac's he has lost a loyal customer. The girls have been slacking on their service.

    Spanish rice was GREAT! Only ate half I was so full!!!
    Josh M.

    Great people Great food Great price And super full! Definitely my new favorite spot near my home and definitely going on a date here next time because it has great energy!!!

    Po'boy sandwich plate.
    Edward S.

    Happened by here for lunch and suddenly craved BBQ. I'd heard/read mixed reviews about Mac's so I thought, "why not?" Had their po'boy sandwich plate; chopped beef, sausage & brisket on a hogie, along with two sides. I chose potato salad and coleslaw. Of course, also had iced tea. Before trying the sandwich as a whole, I took out some of the components to sample. Brisket was rather dry, considering it was the "fattier" cut. The sausage tasted like V&V's jalapeno sausage, so how can you screw that up? The chopped beef was a hit, though. Good chunks of beef with just the right amount of sauce; not too soggy, not too sweet. It would've been nice if the bun had been toasted so it would've held up to some sauce instead of getting soggy. Potato salad was good as was the cole slaw. Nothing really stood out with those. The "relish bar" had good selections of both chopped and sliced onions, pickles and jalapenos as well as some pico de gallo. Service was friendly enough. Everything happens right at the front counter when you step up - no tableside service. So, is it good BBQ? Yes. Is it GREAT BBQ or the best? No. The brisket, while a little dry did have excellent, smoky flavor. And I would go back if for nothing more than a chopped beef sandwich.

    Brisket Sandwich Perfection

    Mac's BBQ is hands down the best BBQ in town! Jerry, owner treats everyone like family and always remembers your usual favorite BBQ plate! Donna is always smiling and friendly and welcomes everyone in! This is a must place to visit every time! Mac N' Cheese and Potato Salad don't miss! It's perfection.

    Brisket sandwich with potato salad and Mac and cheese

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    10 years ago

    Lunch spot favorite, friendly service. Consistent delicious food, can never go wrong suggesting MACs BBQ for friends and family.

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    Hoegemeyer's Barbeque Barn

    4.3
    (181 reviews)
    5.3 mi
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    This was our first time in Corpus Christi. In my trip planning, I used Yelp to research BBQ…read moreRestaurants for the best ones. This was my pick and we were not disappointed. We ordered beef ribs and baby backs ribs. My beef rib had the best flavor I have ever had! It could have had some more meat on it but the owner and I talked and we both know the butchers these days are cutting them a little to close. Next time I want the brisket because if the rib tasted this good I can't wait for the brisket. Our pork ribs on the other had were extra meaty. Tender and juicy. The atmosphere is just what I like in a classic but comfortable BBQ restaurant. On a hot rainy day, AC is much appreciated... Until my next visit, we look forward to returning.

    Decent BBQ but AWFUL customer service. I am not one to leave reviews, especially bad reviews. I…read morewant to support Small Businesses like this one but I have never experienced so many separate bad instances at a restaurant in less than an hour. We're from out of town and picked this place because of the 4.5 stars. The BBQ is tasty but this review is based on their service. We walked in at 2pm and this place closes at 3pm. The lady who took our order did not greet us & smile one time, and had attitude about our questions. I asked her twice if they had creamed corn and silence. It was hard to get an answer out of her. Ok, no big deal, we can get past that. We found a booth at the front, on the side, sat with our two kids- a toddler and a baby. Feed the baby while we waited for our food. Clearly we had our hands full and we were one of two tables there. They called my name, while my husband and I were trying to settle the kids. Three employees at the pick up area, and none brought our food. Could have been a small gesture that means a lot to parents. Ok, again, no big deal- that was just an observation. What really tipped us over was when one of the employees turned off the lights JUST on our side of the restaurant at 2:20pm when we had just started eating. It's already dark in this place with the lights on. She came by and said "you can leave everything there and we'll come get it when you're done" I asked her if the lights were going to stay off and she said "yeah that's what we do when start to close, but don't rush" No smile and said it as she walked away. Don't rush?! You just turned off the lights on our side of the room. You clearly want us out. I am not asking to roll out the red carpet but one smile and nice gesture would have turned things around. Would absolutely not recommend, the food is not worth the TERRIBLE service.

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    Recio's Smokehouse

    Recio's Smokehouse

    4.5
    (8 reviews)
    6.0 mi

    I can't believe I've lived in Corpus Christi for six years and never tried our local five-pound ode…read moreto Tex-Mex breakfast cuisine. I was surprised when most of my friends and coworkers had never even heard of it, and later, I gleefully showed them pictures of the baby-sized taco I ordered. For $12, you can't go wrong. The looks of awe from the faces of the children at the next table as they brought the foil-wrapped wonder out, were worth it alone. It came with potato, sausage, bacon, brisket, chorizo, egg, and cheese. I finished maybe an eighth of the taco there, and my boyfriend couldn't put down any more than a quarter of it at a time, afterwards. It was good enough to have for nearly every meal between the two of us until it was gone the next day. Portion-wise, it would probably feed four hungry adults with no leftovers. I only wish it would've been more chorizo-heavy, but this is a minor gripe. No-substitutions, otherwise I would have ordered it with more chorizo and potato, and less sausage. Be sure to take plenty of pictures, because this thing is impressive and you're sure to be the envy of your friends on social media if that's your shtick.

    The food, the employees (family owned), the atmosphere was nice and quiet. It is a very cozy place…read moreand they were so kind to us. We ordered our food and as we waiting they gave us complimentary conchitas and they were AMAZING! I ordered the brisket chalupas and they were fantastic! This place is definitely 5 stars!!

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    Recio's Smokehouse & Catering 
5526 Old Brownsville  Rd.
Corpus Christi,Texas
    Recio's Smokehouse & Catering 5526 Old Brownsville Rd. Corpus Christi,Texas
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