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    Packsaddle BBQ

    3.4 (121 reviews)
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    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Good for kids

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    Our "Packsaddle USIE" 
 Love You Baby -
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    Ron M.

    "OUR VALENTINES DAY" - Yesterday was Valentines Day (in case you didn't know, and if you didn't know, you can buy your Valentine some candy and flowers for half price today). Anyway, since my Lovely Wife didn't want to cook up a Special Valentines Dinner for me, I decided to take her out to eat. For some reason she didn't want to eat at Wienerschnitzel, so I came up with something else - "Packsaddle BBQ" for their Fried Catfish. They recently have been chosen as the Best Fried Fish in all of San Angelo. But before that, our Valentines Day started off with Coffee (Honey Almond), Cards & Gifts and a Delicious Breakfast prepared by my Lovely Wife. Happy Valentines Day Baby, Love You Bunches & ValentineMunches. We left for Packsaddle a little earlier than our normal dinner time because after we eat we are heading out to the Museum of Fine Arts for a Special Display of "Where Children Sleep". Walked in and was greeted by Rachel, a Server we have had several times. Chatted with her for a while, then chose a booth. Even for an early dinner, there are a good number of people at Packsaddle. McKenna is our Server and we ordered our drinks, then the "Fried Catfish"; 4-Catfish Filets Hand Breaded in Southern Style Cornmeal, served with Hushpuppy, Tartar Sauce & Red Sauce with choice of 2-sides, chose Mac-N-Cheese and Pinto Beans. We are sharing this plate. It didn't take them long to serve us our Catfish and it looks Delicious with 4-Huge Filets. My first bite was without any sauce - this Catfish is served HOTTT and it's mighty good stuff. Love the thick breading on this thick filet, very tastylicious with a light crunch. My Wife said that this is the Best Catfish she has had, and she wanted some more from my plate. Hey fellows, it's okay this time because it's Valentines Day - if that's what she wants, that's what she gets. Love You Baby - have another. This is some of the Best Catfish you can have anywhere. Love their Tartar sauce and the Red Sauce is thicklylicious. The Pinto Beans are mighty-meaty-beans and the Mac-N-Cheese is also some good stuff - and my Wife LoVed the Hushpuppy. Packsaddle BBQ also gives the Ladies a Chocolate dipped Strawberry for Valentines Day - and we both enjoyed this. The Strawberry was Sweet-N-Juicylicious with a nice amount of Chocolate. Nicely done Packsaddle - we loved everything we had. McKenna earned the "Dollar-Bow-Tie" Award for going 'above-n-beyond' the norm. When you want some Great BBQ or have a craving for some Catfish, stop in at Packsaddle BBQ - they have lots of choices on their menu. - also, stop in on the Third Saturday of each month and enjoy the Car Show. Sometimes my "Vette-Jet" is also there with lots of Hot Rods, Custom Cars and some really nice rides.

    Tomas C.

    Food was very delicious, had chicken fried steak so crisp and tender, and a side of jalapeño sausage which was so good. Very nice atmosphere clean and service was amazing. Only took one star off because creepy bald guy standing doing nothing but staring out the front window. Was kinda a vibe killer. Oh and the onion rings are a must.

    Peach cobbler with homemade ice cream

    Visiting my birthplace of San Angelo, all the way from California. Can't get BBQ like this out there. Brisket, jalapeño sausage and double okra. Don't forget the peach cobbler with homemade icecream, it'll make you shed a tear Staff are friendly and kind. Feels like home when you walk in the doors, lowkey and casual.

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    Travis F.

    My wife Rebecca and I decided it had been along while since visiting this establishment. We were very politely greeted and told to sit anywhere we wanted. My wife and I had previously been in a foul mood. This waitress named RACHEL { apologizing if spelling isn't correct} was super fantastic. I am not a regular at this place but it would be shame if you didn't give it a try. My wife ordered a turkey plate and it looked good. Me not being a turkey lover ordered chicken fried steak. I could cut it with a fork. Phenomenal. The atmosphere was quiet, however we went around 3pm.

    KevinTawny T.

    Great food in a good & convenient location, coupled with good service for a reasonable price! What more can one ask for?

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    Donna W.

    Packsaddle has been around for years. It has never ceased to amaze me. The waitresses, yes I said waitresses, were incredible. They made sure our needs were met even before we asked. The food was incredible. I got the surf and turf. They brought out two huge piece of catfish along with two good sized ribs. My husband had the ribs. The platter had ribs mashed potatoes with gravy and green beans. The potatoes were some of the best I've ever tasted. Then we decided to try the peach cobbler with homemade vanilla ice cream. I can't remember the last time I've had homemade ice cream that was that good! I got the chocolate cake by Emma. Man did it bring back memories for this Texas girl about Fridays in elementary school. Overall, I would give them 4.5 stars. Definitely give them a try if you're in San Angelo!

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    Sonja J.

    Thank you for a great lunch! I was in Texas for a week and this was the only BBQ I got to eat: it was totally worthy! I got the lovely beef brisket with fried okra and beans. Our server promised me creamy beans and she delivered. The meat was juicy and tender, and the sauce... finger-licking good! My friend really enjoyed her meal, but honestly, I was all about my own plate it was so good. This will definitely be my go-to BBQ in San Angelo. Also, we sat there for FOUR hours visiting and catching up and everyone was absolutely lovely about it. Thank you!

    Joshua H.

    One of the best and longest lasting legit BBQ spots in town. Great new management team and great food across the board. The catfish is super good, the turkey is melt in your mouth tender, the house BBQ sauce is addicting! Don, Tracey couple/owners are awesome, pitmaster and 20 year employee vet Jay is a master of his craft. They do spectacular large group catering events also.

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    Cat M.

    I've been here twice. The first time I regretted only getting a third of a lb. The brisket was heavenly, mash potatoes creamy, and fries weren't bad either. Now the second time, I had high expectations and while it was still good, it wasn't like the first time. I ended up feeling a little queezy after but that's likely from eating too much too fast. I 100% would go back and recommend. It isn't anything fancy but you don't need fancy when you serve quality BBQ. Try it yourself, I don't think it will disappoint.

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    They do a decent job of barbecue. They also offer fried catfish, and a varied assortment of bottled beers.

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    Passing through Tx on my way to Dallas so I stop by , Qk service but disappointing Tx BBQ

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    This BBQ is always dry no matter what plate you get. Even the brisket is dry even the chips.

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    Good food! Good service! Stopped by after my flight was delayed a few hours and it hit the spot.

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    Best burger and Mac nd cheese and fried pickles In town Best Service Ever They take very good care of you and Best place to eat

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    Smokey homestyle BBQ. Place doesn't look like much but it is. Charming small family business. Delicious. Hits the spot. Hi Kennedy.

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    Great food and great service 3/19/24 Bring your family and friends. Summer is coming and they have a patio too.

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    4.1(103 reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    Ate here for lunch on a recommendation from a coworker while I was in town…read more Typical Texas BBQ joint atmosphere, quaint with a hint of BBQ smoke lingering in the air. The Food: WOW, absolutely amazing Texas style BBQ. I had the 2 meat plate, brisket and sausage with 2 sides, fries and beans. The portion size was Texas sized and this meal ended up being lunch and dinner. The brisket was Smokey and moist, the sausage had an excellent flavor with a good crisp on the skin. Fries are Fries, kinda hard to mess that up, and the beans were. The staff were friendly and smiling the entire time. They answered all of my questions and actually engaged us while we were there. I will definitely return here next time I am in town.

    3/13/2026 our neighbor mention this place for good fried chicken. So my review is only for our…read moreFRIED chicken dinner and not the bbq. I will update my review as soon as we try their BBQ. I was greeted as soon as I walked in the guy behind the counter helped me with my choices. I was looking for either 2 or 4 piece chicken tender meals since there are two of us for dinner. As far as FRIED chicken their only two options (excluding BBQ) are 3 or 5 piece tenders or a bundle of wings w/tots or fries. I opted for the 5 with tots so we both could have at least 2 tenders each. As I waited I noticed the restaurant was pretty clean, the drive thru was busy and looks like they were also getting a catering order ready for delivery. My wait wasn't that long perhaps 5-7 minutes as the chicken is cooked fresh when ordered. None of that precooked crap under a heat lamp here. We really liked our chicken tender dinner w/tots and the assorted dipping sauces on the side. Nice portion size enough for 2 people for sure. No pics to post as I forgot my camera but will definitely post pics on our next BBQ mission. They do have a nice BBQ menu and I'm not sure why their online menu doesn't show chicken tender meals???

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    Brisket Plate with double potato salad!

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    The Pit BBQ

    The Pit BBQ

    4.2(92 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    Joe, Nancy's son, came down for a couple of days, and we decided to go out to eat, but didn't know…read morewhere. Then I remembered a BBQ place just up the street that has great reviews. So that's where we are headed. Up a few blocks, we spotted the BBQ place. It's called "The PIT BBQ"; not many cars here, but it is an early dinner for us. Walked in, and it looks great inside. They have a wall painted stating that 'we were once a trailer, and now we are here', or something like that. Sounds good to me. This is the type of place where you order your food after viewing the Menu Board overhead, and the guy prepares your food right in front of you. Then you pick out your drink and pay for your tray of BBQ Goodness. Joe ordered a 1/4 pound of Fatty Brisket, 1/4 pound of chopped Brisket, 1/4 pound of Jalapeño Sausage, Potato Salad, and Coleslaw. Joe also loaded up his tray with extra Jalapeños, White Onions slivers, and BBQ Sauce. When I try a new BBQ place, I like to sample the meats. I ordered a 1/4 pound of Fatty Brisket, 1/4 pound of regular Sausage, and a Quarter-Chicken. Also, the Potato Salad. I loaded up my tray with Pickles and White Onion slivers, along with the BBQ Sauce. My Wife went with their Chopped Brisket Sandwich and a Diet Coke. Joe went with a Shiner Bock 'Rocket' Draft Beer (Rocket identifies the size of the glass). I am having a Coors Light Draft. Orders are in, and the trays are full of lots of meats. Located a table and poured their BBQ Sauce on the meats on my tray. Joe and I also had a slice of bread. My first bite was the Fatty Brisket, and it was Very Moist, Tasty, and Brisketlicious, with the perfect amount of Fatty on the 1/4 pound slice I have. The BBQ Sauce is also a hit, and one of the Best tasting one in San Angelo. We all LOVE it. Joe also said that the Fatty Brisket is very tasty. My Wife Loved her Chopped Brisket Sandwich, and also said it was the Best one she has had in San Angelo, and that BBQ Sauce goes perfectly with the sandwich. My regular Sausage is Very Tasty with lots of flavor in every bite. The outer casing is a might bit thick for me, but also goes well with the Sausage, lots of flavor throughout. Joe also thought his Chopped Brisket was Very Delicious with lots of flavor, and he Loved the Jalapeno Sausage. It has the right amount of Jalapeno without setting your mouth on fire. Now for that Quarter-Chicken. Most BBQ places, at least for me, dry out their Chicken when BBQing, but at "The PIT BBQ", it comes our Juicy, Tender and Very Tasty. Especially when you add the BBQ Sauce. This is a Big Plus for me, and "The PIT BBQ" is now my favorite BBQ place in town, and we have been to a good number of them. My Wife and Joe feel the same way. This is Way Better than the others. Their Potato Salad is also very flavorful, made with Potatoes that are actually prepared the way they should be. Joe said the coleslaw was very good. This is also a plus for me because some places have a mushy Potato Salad and flat Coleslaw. Let's just say The PIT BBQ has just about everything you need when going out for BBQ, especially if you're looking for the Best BBQ in San Angelo. The seating area inside is very large with tall tables and some great decor all around. Outside, in back, they have an all-covered Patio area with fans blowing and plenty of lights, along with their Trailer they began serving their BBQ. For those cooler months, they also have plenty of heaters throughout. When enjoying your BBQ on the patio, you are on some of the thickest outdoor artificial grass, synthetic grass, artificial turf, or synthetic turf- whatever you want to call it- it's there to give our feet some comfort. Check them out on Facebook, The Pit BBQ San Angelo - also online - On the way home, we were all stuffed because we ate it all, with no leftovers for another day. This means we will be back to try some more of their BBQLiciousness - and enjoying more Cold Draft Beer.

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    Covered Outdoor Patio and the Trailer - where it all started -

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    Bubba's Smokehouse

    3.4(71 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    The food was delicious! Brisket was well smoked and lean. The chicken and sides were well prepared…read moreand served Staff is friendly and very professional. Will definitely eat here again!

    9/9/2026 after our Condo Association meeting we tried Bubba's for dinner. The place doesn't look…read morelike much inside or out but the staff were all friendly and cheerful. So today is Wednesday and every Wednesday is the BBQ pulled pork sandwich for just $3.00 yes thats right $3.00. You can order sides, coleslaw, chips, potato salad and macaroni salad but it will add to the $3.00. As far as my 2 choice meat dish with 2 sides, it wasn't bad but coming from Kansas City, MO, I've had the BEST BBQ. I really don't like seeing bottles of BBQ sauce on my table to squirt on smoked meat. Slather on the BBQ sauce while you are smoking in people and slather it on several times. This is the 5th BBQ restaurant we've been to since moving here in Jan 2026 and not one place had burnt ends. Anyway, the restaurant was somewhat clean a little dingy looking inside but non the less clean. I'm not fond of seeing partial loaves of Walmart brand of white bread on each of the tables. Whose filthy hands has been inside that loaf of bread? NOPE, not happening with me, YUCK. I'm still giving 4 stars.

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    The front order counter and soft drinks

    Bubba's Smokehouse - I ordered the 3 protein option, however I only received 2 of 3 (didn't receive sliced brisket). I don't recommend this place.

    I ordered the 3 protein option, however I only received 2 of 3 (didn't receive sliced brisket). I don't recommend this place.

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    Bodacious BBQ - Ribs .. Bo- tato .. beans

    Bodacious BBQ

    3.7(96 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    $$

    2/28/2026 we opted for some BBQ after last minute changes with other dinner plans. We are 2 months…read morenew to San Angelo from the Great Lakes area so not that familiar with San Angelo. Now, I'm born and raised mostly in Kansas City, MO, home of the world famous American Royal and American Royal BBQ so I know BBQ! My second taste is authentic Mexican food having lived in Southern California. OK back to BBQ, we decided on Bodacious simply because we have driven past it numerous times and it's close to historic downtown. The restaurant is very clean with plenty of seating inside and outside. We were welcomed in and the friendly team member took our order. The menu has several items to pick from and I was really hoping for burnt ends and did not see them on the menu. I haven't had burnt ends since leaving Kansas City back in 2013. Our wait wasn't very long until he called my name. Due to low supply of ribs my husband was only able to get a 1/2 order with his coleslaw which was ok because they discounted the price by 1/2 so not bad. I opted for the 2 meat dinner with 2 sides. I would have like a little more of the meat as I mostly got sausage. We both loved our meals, tender flavorful meat, great baked beans and the coleslaw and Mac-n-cheese were good as well. The prices were comparable to other restaurants in the area plus they have a desert choice too. While we were sitting and devouring our dinner, we noticed a lot of carry out orders so that was nice to see their carry out business was busy. We try to avoid chain restaurants and stick to mom & pop businesses and we prefer to do business downtown or as close to it as possible to support our local businesses. Those to the N, W, S, E and rural areas of town can support those outer-lying businesses. We will be returning customers and I do recommend you give these folks a try the next time you have the urge for BBQ. I hope you will be just as pleased as we were with wherever you choose your next BBQ dining.

    Food was way over priced and not that good....Doesnt tast like real Bbq...Frozen deserts were…read moreterrible...

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    Bodacious BBQ - Inside dining is nice and clean

    Inside dining is nice and clean

    Bodacious BBQ - Ribs, coleslaw, w/bread and the 2 meat dish w/baked beans and mac-n-cheese

    Ribs, coleslaw, w/bread and the 2 meat dish w/baked beans and mac-n-cheese

    Bodacious BBQ - Outside seating

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    Packsaddle BBQ - bbq - Updated September 2026

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