First with the good- the band and weather were excellent, and our waitress was friendly. One of our party ordered the fried catfish and enjoyed it. Now for the not so great- went to PCs to see some live music and have dinner with friends. I ordered the 2 meat plate with turkey, ribs, potato salad and green beans. The first plate I was brought was cold, so had it remade. They turkey was okay but a bit salty, the ribs were rubbery and definitely not fall off the bone tender. I did not finish either item. The potato salad was not fresh made and tasted like / had the texture of prepackaged potato salad. The green beans were canned as well. Another person ordered the burger and it was not freshly made, but likely a frozen patty. Someone else had a side of Mac and cheese and it had no flavor. Go for the drinks and music, but given the wide range of disappointment in the food, eat before you go. read more

Stopped by for lunch and was delighted! The atmosphere was really warm and friendly. We were seated pretty quickly and service was initially fast. Per our server's recommendation, we tried the skillet brisket queso and that did not disappoint! It was really good - I just wish there were jalapeños to really give it a nice kick, but we enjoyed it. I ordered the brisket plate with macaroni & cheese and potato salad; got it with all the fixings: pickles, onions, and pickled jalapeños. The brisket is more fatty than what I've had before but I didn't hate it - I wish it had a bit more flavor. The star was their homemade BBQ sauce - absolutely delicious! The potato salad also was a tiny bit bland but I loved the onions and relish in it. Macaroni and cheese was alright! I had also ordered a coke zero and that came in a giant red cup which I appreciated. Our server slowly stopped checking on us after our food came out. It was a while before we could ask for a to-go box, our check, and even refill. That was unfortunate since I did want w refill but our server just never came. Overall, I would go back for sure for another lunch break and try their other menu items because the food was pretty good. They have a ton of stuff! read more

2 stars for lack of cleanliness, but bumped up to 3 stars because this place has potential. Fun food and a good time, But there's always a "clean" problem: Cooks on smoke break - maybe take off your cooking apron... staff don't stop by with dirty dishes to check on people eating; we don't want to see all those dirty plates or we'd eat at home, staff don't pick your nose - we see you, tables need to be wiped correctly for bbq sauce and staff don't pick gum from tables while others are trying to eat... also, change out the condiments to at least look fresh and appealing... If more restaurants could celebrate the food industry as a real profession, then cleanliness training and how to approach customers would lead to Big Profits. You want people who tip to return! read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - Maybe switch out condiments more regularly - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

Place has great BBQ and other selections. We had ribs and turkey. I've gotten brisket and pulled pork for others and they loved it. Service has always been prompt and helpful. I hate i forgot to take pics on both occasions, dine in last night and a large pick up order a few mos back. Both experiences have been great! Inside was quiet and the bar has a huge bourbon selection. read more

Service was good. Food was average at best. Ribs 5/10. Brisket 2/10. To be honest the brisket taste more like pot roast. I definitely wouldn't come back for the bbq read more

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They got the hat and the cattle. Normally we order the two meat platter with sides and it never disappoints. Friday evening however, I decided to try the catfish platter. Was done to perfection as catfish can be tricky to cook just right. Wasn't mushy or overdone. Priced right with a generous portion and good selection of sides to choose from. Service was spot on with friendly and prompt attentive staff. Will definitely be back read more

My partner and I were visiting from CA and really wanted to try bbq! We unfortunately were disappointed with the quality of food we received. We ordered the ribs, brisket, and sausage, and they were all very dry. The pork ribs were the most edible of the three, but we still expecting juicy and tender meat. It might've been an inconsistent batch that night, but we were still given great service for our takeout order as the host ensured we got the complimentary bread and sides with our entrees. I probably wouldn't come here again as there are other spots for quality bbq, but this is still a fun spot to check out as the ambience looks great to enjoy with family/friends. read more

The food was good. Nothing to write home about. However, in the defense of the establishment, we came to a BBQ restaurant and none of us ordered BBQ. So I won't take anything away from them on food cause we didn't try what they specialized in. Our waiter, Joshua was the absolute best!! This young man was a pleasure to be in the company of and he's was great at his job! read more

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Pappa Charlie's is a nice bbq spot and is family friendly. The outdoor seating is a nice touch for warmer days. The staff is attentive and friendly read more

We got the bbq plates, (ribs & sausage) and (brisket) my husband said the brisket is some of the best he's had. The rib sauce was amazing. Split these between two adults and our 12 & 10 year old. Fed the fam for under $60. Inside there's a casual setting with tvs and games to keep kids busy. Definitely family friendly. The servers were really open and accommodating for our pickup order. read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - By the pickup door - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

Great food and service. Portions are huge and atmosphere was relaxing. Lots of cool decor on the walls. read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - Wagyu Burger and Two Meat Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

Great spot to grab drinks with friends after work! Food is very good. The outdoor seating is really relaxing. I've not made it over on a Friday or Saturday night when they have live music, but the place is constantly packed on the weekend. You can't go wrong stopping by anytime! read more

The food was delicious and service was awesome!! We had the wings, spinach artichoke dip and the brisket nachos!! And the sweet tea was AMAZING!!! read more

Went to dinner tonight and arrived at your restaurant at 8:11. Upon arrival we asked the hostess what time the kitchen closed and the she said 9:30. We were in the clear! (We thought) we entered the restaurant and were not spoken to for about 7 mins and then someone came up and asked up to wait a minute after we asked if we could be seated. He returned from the kitchen and told us that the kitchen decided to close early so we could not be served. Extremely disappointing as we have been loyal customers for many years. read more

Never been here before... read reviews on yelp I had baked potato with brisket which was delicious Wife had brisket sandwich with potato salad We would make the 20 minute drive again... recommend this place read more

We had some really good bbq here last night. They had live band and beautiful lighted outdoor space which was very enjoyable. Brisket, sausage and ribs were all delicious but the side dishes were ok. We had Mac and cheese and cream corn and They could use a little modifications to the recipes. We did have fried okra and it was delicious. Although we were very full, we had to try their Peach Cobbler and it was very good. Overall, great neighborhood place. We will go again. read more

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4.5 star for sure! The staff was very friendly. Everyone was wearing masks and we were spaced out. Our server Hunter was just amazing! So kind and brought us refill drinks without asking. The ribs were so good. I'm picky but those hit the spot. The pepper on top tasted great! The gravy for the potatoes was so good. Had a touch of jalapeño to it. So good. Their bbq sauce was really good which makes or breaks bbq for us so we were happy. I didn't like the green beans. They had a weird taste to them. read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - Two meat plate. Pork ribs and lean brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

This is the same place as Cypress Hideout so I'm gonna match my review. They've earned it! I can't say enough good things! We were looking for somewhere to go eat that we could bring our dog. When we got there it was over 100 degrees outside and the owner accommodated us like we were his VIP customers. He made sure we had the best coolest spot on the patio with plenty of fans he even opened up the back gate to let in a cross breeze. They brought our dog a bowl of water. Joe was our server and he was so great! Very knowledgeable about the menu and gave us great recommendations. We had the chicken fried steak (so incredibly tender) the cream corn was the best we've ever had, smoked chicken Caesar salad was scrumptious, brisket and ribs phenomenal, mashed potatoes so creamy and everything was seasoned to perfection. Fried pickles were perfect! Pork belly bites amazing. I could not be more sad that we live so far away from this gem of a place, but we will be back!!! read more

very good food lots of food service was good only couple problems u charge us $1.90 for side orders gave refund for that and ur hadjcape should be changed read more

Only go if you want to overpay. Food is good but they need to get real. They're not a high end steakhouse. Almost 4$ for tomatoes and cucumbers. Beef prices are somewhat tolerable due to meat prices but they are gouging the hell out of customers on everything else. $9 baked potato without any BBQ read more

My in-laws are in town and wanted to try some good Texas BBQ. Based on other Yelp reviews, we checked out Pappa Charlie's. Joe welcomed us in, assured us we have found great BBQ. He gave us cheerful service, happy to answer all of our questions and give recommendations. We had pulled pork sandwiches and pork sausage. All were great. Thanks to Yelp for the review and Joe and the Pappa Charlie's kitchen for the tasty grub! We're also grateful to be inside and enjoy the AC. read more

The pluses: great chill outdoor area -- if you're there with the fam, you can enjoy food and music while the little ones have a little freedom. The minuses: the food is totally undistinguished, like an ad for Sysco. My peppered bacon cheeseburger had an obviously pre-made and not fresh patty, leathery bacon, and a borderline stale bun. The other two dishes our table ordered included below average barbecue and nothing else that made them stand out. Beer selection was pretty good. Service was pretty terrible, overall. If you're looking for a place to have a couple of cold ones on a nice night, this could be a good spot, but if you're hungry, there are any number of places in the area to get much better burgers and barbecue for the same prices. read more

Whoa! I could have sworn I'd done a review of this place! Mind my manners! OK, so this has been in the top three of my "go to" BBQ places, since this COVID thing. A pal and I came across this place while looking for an open BBQ joint, in the Cypress area, during the first week that restaurants were greenlighted to allow small numbers of customers into their establishments. We were happy to find a place that had a patio and a staff that cared enough to wear masks. It's a little confusing, because (I just noticed) the name on the building says Cypress Trail Hideout Texas Smokehouse - Bar & Grill, with Pappa Charlies Barbeque just below it. FYI: The best way to view the menu online is to got to the Cypress Trail Hideout website. To get to the food....I ordered the Two Meat/Two Sides meal: Lean beef brisket and boudin (I would have gotten the sausage, but they only have pork sausage), green beans, and pinto beans. The peppered bark on the brisket was amazing and it was the best, lean beef cuts I've had in a while. The boudin was a real treat, seeing as how my family is from Louisiana and it's hard to measure any boudin against what you've grown up eating. This boudin is tasty and the serving was just enough to satisfy! Even the sides were spiced up and flavorful! I've been about four times in the past two months. Please add beef sausage to your menu. I can't even think of a reason for it not being an option The service was great and the staff was friendly. I'm definitely going to be a return customer. From one Army war veteran to another, HOOOAH!!! read more

This is very good bbq. The brisket and the ribs were both excellent. Service was friendly and fast. I would definitely eat here again. The bar looked like a great place to sit, but there were four of us, so we got a table. Prices seemed reasonable. Check it out. read more

We had ordered from Pappa Charlie's (through the cypress creek hideout). It was an easy experience to order online for pickup. And to be honest, it was delicious and lives up to great texas bbq! The brisket was tender, sausage and pulled pork were also cooked well! We didn't sit down and eat but the atmosphere seems inviting and we will go back one day to eat in, but the takeout was still delicious and I recommend this place for your local BBQ place! read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

Really good loaded baked potato's, great outdoor eating area, nice bar, solid bbq option in cypress.

The brisket is amazing. As are the chicken Diablo. Collard greens to die for. I will go nowhere else. Ordered twice from there door dash and the food is delicious! Run, don't walk to get your feed on. read more

The restaurant is newly renovated and clean, the food is delicious and unique, and the service is good.

What a surprise. Never heard if Pappa Charlie's but got a rec from a friend for lunch. Super solid service by Zach. Had a two meat plate brisket and sausage. Delivered fast and tasty. Though we were there for lunch it looked like a good after work brew spot as well. Good job. Definitely coming back! read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

It would have been just a 3 star but their staff was really great. The girls that took my takeout order stopped their conversation to give me full attention and the bartender made sure to offered me service as soon as I sat down to wait for my food to be ready. The food was ok but not too flavorful. I got the 2 meat deal ~$18. The brisket was moist and the pulled pork was pretty good. The mashed potatoes and Mac and cheese were kinda basic. I didn't hate it but there's other places I would go before this one. read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - Brisket and pulled pork with mashed potatoes and Mac and cheese. - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

Wow!! I am a snob with it comes to bbq or frito pies lol but this is the spot to go! I ordered the frito pie and it's one of the best I've had in Houston for a long time. The chili is smoked and has such a great flavor! Next visit I'm trying the pork belly!! Yum! Also the drinks are pretty damn good!! read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - Best Frito Pie Around!! Smoked chili!!! Wow - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

Not only was this place fast serving it was delicious and hot. My Baked potato was out of this world I'm absolutely stuffed. Will definitely come back !! The Fried pickles portion was huge and not salty and the Mac and cheese bites were so big and worth the price! Couldn't even snap a picture of the bites they were gone in minutes. Our server Mathew was very attentive and had good answers to our questions since it was our first time Glad I chose this place ! read more

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I was taken to this establishment for a work lunch. Let me tell you! I would like to go back every day and try something new on this menu. I had an amazing brisket and cheese sauce that had a surprising spicy kick to it. The brisket was very was smoked and carried tremendous flavor on its own. I ate the pepper bacon burger and it was delicious. Well cooked and juicy. Not too many toppings. It came with pepper jack cheese, bbq sauce, peppered bacon, and the basic lettuce, onions, and pickle. The space is very big and has area for groups and small outings. The outside area has tables and chairs that would definitely cater to a night of bands playing. read more

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The barbecue was amazing, as were the grilled vegetables! They have a great variety on the menu. A large dining area, inside and out. And a lively atmosphere. I will definitely be going back! read more

We have been here a couple of times and we every single time it's always sooo good. We tried to go 2 weeks ago but they were extremely busy so I'm yo glad for them. They truly deserve the business. We love the Wagyu burger with Sweet potatoes fries. The meat is always so good and juicy nothing boring at all. Their beer selection it's also really good, we enjoyed the Ghost In the Machine a lot. We also really enjoyed the outdoor patio perfect for a sunny day. read more

Pappa Charlie's Barbeque - Tap beers - Barbeque Near Me - Cypress, Texas

Food was ok ribbs didn't have good flavor.. the waiter was not tentative at all.. probably would have drank more beer..Brisket was good.

I ordered 3 lbs of brisket and 2 lbs of pulled pork, with Mac n cheese and green beans as sides for an office lunch. I also picked up a gallon of lemonade and iced tea and a loaf of bread and it was a big hit with the people in the office. Everything tasted great and I'm sure to be back in the future. read more

Papa Charlie's is a great place to go. Especially if you have dogs. Sitting outside is great. Food is good. Beer is cold. All in all it is a pleasant experience. They have many more entrées, as well as barbecue. Service is fast most times. read more

Can't even give it a star...management is the WORST I have EVER SEEN. BEEN THERE 4 times and never had a good experience. Manager never consistent and always "sorry". Make up rules as he goes. We don't take reservations... but when we get there we can't get the open table for my elderly parents because the table is "reserved"?!?! Then told in the future call and ask for manager to make a reservation. Food is sub par... find another place!!! read more

Very tasty barbecue. The brisket outshined everything else on my plate, tender, juicy, flavorful, and just the right amount of fat. The cream corn was good though richer than most. The green beans were awesome and the side portions were generous. The barbecued turkey was a little bit dry (though that is not uncommon) and the banana pudding is consists mainly of Cool Whip, I think. Many people may like it, but I prefer it made with cream. The portions were generous, the staff was friendly, and the food was pretty darn good. Cool atmosphere too! read more