Wonderful! We're in town visiting from California and wanted some Texas BBQ. We hit a home run choosing the Meating Place. Thank you Buddy and girls for the hospitality and fantastic food. We highly recommend stopping at the big bull on TX 249. read more

Meating Place Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Magnolia, Texas

My husband and I ate their yesterday and thought it was great. It was our first time. We had brisket and ribs. We liked them both so much we took both home. The brisket had a smokey flavor that was delightful. We ordered the moist brisket and the slices must have been close to a half inch thick - which was quite nice. The brisket was very tender and very moist- you can cut it with a fork. We ate the to go brisket and ribs today and after heating in our oven, were almost as good as fresh off the grill. The brisket is much better than Rudy's which was our previous go to place. The BBQ sauce is fine. It has kind of a sweet tangy flavor. The ultimate compliment is the meat is so good that you don't want to use too much BBQ sauce, even though it taste great. The ribs are my favorite. They are meaty ribs with a high quality meat feel. The meat falls off the bones. The ribs have an amazing glaze on the outside creating a hard and sweet but tender encasement. The inside is of course quite tender meat with a subtle smoky flavor. We like the ribs better than corkscrew due to their flavor and texture. read more

We came in from out of town to visit family. We all like BBQ and thought we would try this place. When we all walked in we were all greeted by a nice young lady. Who help us with our order. The food was delivered by the owner who was very friendly and helpful. The point of all of this is the food was better than great it was fantastic. We all tried something different and we all left with very full stomachs. We are looking forward on going there again. read more

It was decent. Will try a different menu item next time. It's close to the house so will be back. Owner came out and asked how things were that's a plus. Two baked potatoes and two beers 30 bucks is kinda high in my opinion. Anyway will be back. read more

Great place, setting and food...and it's a local op that is not in tax sucking Harris county.

The cashier was very nice! However the food is not favorable compared to all other BBQ places I've tried. I got a chopped baked and it was very smoked flavored. I get bbq is smoky but this tasted like the meat had liquid smoke in it...I couldn't taste anything else but smoke which isn't worth it to me. My husband got brisket & sausage and he said to him it was average and he would rather driving further for better. read more

This is the best BBQ I've ever had! The place is clean with a great atmosphere, very simple, friendly and just damned good BBQ. And the desserts are great too! I had the moist (i.e. not lean) brisket, pork ribs, coleslaw and corn. And a personal-sized cherry pie. So good I wish I could start over and do it all again! I will most definitely be back!!! read more

Delicious bbq. The green beans are a must if you like a little sweet. This is was our first time in we will be adding this to our favorites!!! read more

Easy for me to give this place a 5 Star. I got the 1902 which is a brisket cheese melt on Texas toast. I have never had more tender a brisket and I have had a lot of BBQ. They serve a sweet tangy sauce. Loaded baked potato with brisket also looked fantastic as did their apple pie and other desserts. Great place! Worth a drive. read more

This place is sooo good!! I had the bbq baked potato and it was so good. Everyone is suuper nice and our food came out so fast!! Will deff be coming back read more

Was just passing through from Dallas saw the reviews on how great it was and sure am glad I stop by. I had a double helping of brisket and it was fabulous read more

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Awsome. Reading some of the lesser reviews was beacuse they ran out of a bbn particular item. That's because it's that good. Price is right, atmosphere is good, everything was good. read more

100% this is the best brisket I've EVER had! One bite and WOW! The bbq sauce is amazing as well! If you've never been here and have been thinking about stopping, you will not be disappointed! read more

The food is good, service is super friendly. A little overpriced. The food is served in carton container, portion or not very big. I guess they want to save on dishes but when eating out I enjoy my meal to be served on a plate rather than paper container and aluminium foil. The place is nice, decoration is welcoming and gives a nice feel to the place. The price charged they could kick it up a notch, instead of coming across wasteful and cheap. read more

I never write yelp reviews, but this place deserves one! This place is AMAZING! Their pork ribs are phenomenal, and can't be topped. I couldn't even stop eating their green beans! The owner and all of the workers were genuinely nice and they're obviously doing their passion. If you haven't tried this place out yet, you're missing out!! read more

This place was allright. The meat is good. The desserts are nice. The people/staff real friendly.

Great Bbq, not over cooked. Tried several meats all moist and still had a pull to them. Good sides and large portions with Texas toast! Sweet owner, listening to customers. read more

In town for work so didn't know where to stop.... Glad I pick this place. My BBQ tacos were on point. The jalapeno sausage was pretty darn good. My brisket taco was tasty and the brisket was not dry. When in town I will swing by again! read more

Nice little BBQ joint with savory meats! We will be back again.

When I realized I needed to make arrangements for lunch for our large family after my fathers funeral services in the Tomball/Magnolia area (I currently live in Denver) a local friend suggested I reach out to one of the managers at The Meating Place, Samantha. I contacted the restaurant and spoke to on of the employees who ensured me she would pass the information along and have Samantha contact me. Within a few hours Samantha called me and was happy to help. In addition to ensuring that she would have extra staff on duty to ensure they were not overwhelmed with 25 to 30 people showing up at 2:30 in the afternoon, she also contacted me again a few days before the service to let me know they were good to go and would see us on Friday. We ended us arriving with approximately 21 people including 2 rowdy kids under the age of 4 that were completely done with sitting still in nice clothes and behaving themselves and a couple of very hard to please and emotionally spent adults. Not to mention the epic volume level this family can cause. The staff at The Meating Place was patience and friendly. The restaurant was warm and inviting. And the food was some of the best BarBQ I have had in a LONG TIME! On behalf of the entire Astrello family Thank You to everyone at The Meating Place for taking such good care of us and providing a wonderful meal. read more

They do bar-b-que right! Service, staff and Manager all great people. The construction makes it a little hard to get to, so go to light and turn in the back. read more

This is honestly some of the best bbq we have had in such a long time! The staff is beyond amazing! Such a great end to a Girl Scout outing to Abandoned Animal Rescue! We will for sure be back!!!! read more

I have only visited by drive thru, but their bbq baked potato is really good. Make sure to make room for dessert! Dessert is not something I usually order, but make an exception here. read more

If you are within 100 miles of Pinehurst, TX, get over to The Meating Place for the BEST BBQ ribs you've ever tasted. Try the jalapeño sausage if you dare (caution!). It's HOT! This place just opened and already the word is out. read more

Is it possible to give 6 stars? We couldn't give the Meating Place a better review! Great food and even better people. After the Harvey floods, they opened and welcomed their community in to support us. Chopped beef sandwich was delicious and really hit the spot! Thank you to The Meating Place! read more

Great chopped beef sandwich and bq sauce.. my new favorite place. There is also a drive through service indoor and outdoor seating

Went through drive through, ordered only 3 sandwiches, 2 beef, 1 sausage. Meat was tender, had very strong chemical smoke flavor. Developed nausea, diarrhea that day for two of us, 3rd person had indigestion all day the next day. read more

Outstanding BBQ. Ribs, brisket, jalepeno sausage, you can't go wrong. Best I've had in years!!

Service was crap. BBQ sandwich super dry. They forgot about us in the drive-thru. Waited 40 minutes for a sandwich and one side. Definitely would never recommend this place. read more

Simply delicious. Tender, perfection. Some of the best BBQ around. I've had BBQ all around Texas and smoke my own briskets, but this is honestly way better than what I can make and it's close to home. They are a little pricey but it's worth it. Ribs are really good, brisket too. read more

This place is amazingly good! Barbecue potato was outstanding, ribs are Divine, key lime pie was heavenly. Highly recommend this place.

Buddy Adams, the owner shared some of his secrets for some of the best brisket and ribs i have ever tasted, and I am a Houston Texan. Patented pit and recipes make this place one you must visit!! Try the 4 meat plate, but be prepared for a meat come, it's that good!! read more

Arguably the best bbq in greater houston. I've had Corkscrew, and Tejas, Gatlin's. Meating place quality is always perfectly smoked and flavored. The bbq sauce is the best sauce out there - but you don't even need it. Pricing isn't out of control like a lot of bbq spots are too. This is a must go to bbq place. Hope to see it on Texas Monthly top 10 soon. read more

This place is amazing. The best BBQ I've had in a long time. The beef ribs and brisket are so tender and melt in your mouth. Attached is a picture of the amazing beef rib and Mac and cheese. I can't stop eating here!! read more

Meating Place Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Magnolia, Texas

This place is awesome. I have eaten here several times and it's fast becoming a favorite. Their brisket and sandwiches are solid. The owners are super friendly too. read more

Stopped in by chance about a week ago and now I'm always looking for a chance to go back. My boys always get chopped or sliced beef, and I get the chopped beef potato. Juicy, amazing flavor and the BBQ sauce is incredible. I can't compliment the food enough. The environment and excellent service are just bonuses. Just finished another meal there and can't wait to go again!! read more

The meating place has some of the best ribs I've ever had (Gatlin's is now 2nd). The brisket has a nice smoke ring, was tender and juicy. The Jalapeno sausage was on point. Expect it to be spicy(hint the name). I loved the potato salad. It reminded me of my own in many ways. The only con for me is that it's a nice little drive for me (45-60 min). I will be finding time in my busy schedule to make the trip back however this time I'm coming with more people! The staff was very friendly. They made you feel like family. Now don't forget to try the homemade deserts! read more

Ribs fall off the bone. Get there early, because they can sell out. Coleslaw is extremely fresh and clean with no cream. Crispy and pops.

Fantastic Meat, very friendly atmosphere and the staff to out of their way to make you feel at home. My kids love it there and the wife and I do too. Great BBQ, highly recommend. read more

I work in this area and watched this restaurant be built. Of course I was destined to stop by and eat here once they opened. Finally had a chance to stop by and I was NOT disappointed! Their menu is priced very well. I got the BBQ baked potato for $9 that right there is a cheap BBQ tater! I got a Mexican Coke and went to sit down. I really like the decorations they have. Not even 5 minutes went by and I had a HUGE tater! Boy oh boy was that delicious While I was people watching I noticed a man with an apron (owner or head cook) walking around shaking and thanking the men and women who serve our country AND who serve our communities aka First Responders. To me that makes this restaurant stand out from others. I will 100% without a doubt be back again. The ONLY downside about my visit was all the sodas at the fountain were flat. But, that isn't gonna stop me from coming back read more