Review: Butter's BBQ - Deserving of the Top 50 Title…read more Stepping into Butters BBQ, a true brick-and-mortar establishment, the atmosphere immediately confirmed its reputation. With plenty of indoor seating and a genuine, welcoming BBQ joint vibe, the setting is as comfortable as the staff is enthusiastic. This is clearly a location where the team is passionate about their craft, and their helpfulness in guiding us through the menu was much appreciated. Having secured a coveted spot on the "Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ" awards list, the question was: did the food live up to the hype? The answer is a resounding yes. The Smoked Meats: A Masterclass in Fire and Smoke The menu offers a tight selection of Texas staples, all executed with precision: * Brisket: The star of the show delivered on nearly every front. It boasted a good tenderness and a beautifully defined smoke ring. While a few outer edges were slightly dry, the overall flavor profile was rich, deep, and satisfying, proving why the brisket is the cornerstone of any great Texas joint. * Pork Ribs: These were exceptionally tender, falling away from the bone without being mushy. The flavor balance was perfect--rich and meaty, thankfully avoiding the overly "hammy" note that can sometimes plague smoked ribs. A solid rib glaze complemented the excellent dry rub flavor, resulting in a perfectly balanced bite. * Jalapeño Cheese Sausage: A standout item. This double-grind sausage had a fantastic consistency and was heavily infused with a nice peppery flavor and well-integrated spices. While a minor note, a bit more cheese would have elevated it further, but the quality of the sausage itself was undeniable. * The Texas Twinkie: A true piece of barbecue artistry. This treat--a large jalapeño stuffed with tender brisket and cream cheese, then wrapped in thick-cut bacon--was executed flawlessly. The preparation was exactly as a Texas Twinkie should be, finished with a beautiful, savory glaze on the bacon that sealed the deal. Elevated Sides The sides were not an afterthought, featuring one truly memorable dish: * Mexican Elote: This was an excellent side dish and a clear elevation of the classic street corn. The careful mixture of flavors, topped with a solid amount of Cotija cheese and a generous squeeze of lime, made this a bright, tangy, and creamy complement to the heavy meats. * Brisket Charro Beans: A comforting and hearty offering. This was a pretty standard preparation of pinto beans, mixed expertly with brisket and onion--a reliable, staple side dish that did its job well. Final Verdict Butter's is very deserving of its "Texas Monthly Top 50" position. The meat quality, especially the ribs and the perfect Texas Twinkie, combined with the elevated Elote, solidifies its position as a very solid BBQ joint. We left feeling impressed not only by the food but by the genuinely passionate staff who run the operation. This is a must-visit for any serious Bbq enthusiast.

Drove out to Sinton Tx today to start my journey on the Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ spots…read more Very disappointed at Butter's BBQ today. Got the brisket it was a bit on the dry side. The sausage was just ok nothing special but the turkey was dry and tasted OLD. We did get a Beef rib which was pricey but it was the only item that was delicious and made the drive worth it. They did have FREE lone Star beer. But the employees looked tried and nobody was smile. I was there a bit before 11am which is when they open. Gone are the days of recommending this place. Not sure how they made the Top 50 list. There were 3 of eating and we all agreed that the beef rib and the sides were the best.

Finally stopped in to verify this BBQ Spot. I wasn't able to try all the proteins buti will be…read moreback. I had chopped Brisket Sandwich with Mac and cheese, cornbread puddings for the sides. Brisket was tender and flavored well. Sides held thier own, mac and cheesy with a nice kick! And I had trouble with this but the corn bread pudding was something that was so damn good caught me and my wife off guard. Service was exceptional as well! Gregory yall have a gem! Can't wait to come back!

New place that announced a soft opening on Facebook for today, opened at 11:00 am and started to…read morerun out of food within the hour, this place has quite a following. Service was slow and even though the menu was clear as to what was being offered, customers still held up the line asking questions? BBQ isn't Blacks, Lockharts or Franklins, but I do have to admit the sausage and ribs were quite tasty. Ribs were St. Louis style ribs and a little on the fatty side but the taste profile was quite good showing that the pit master had his act together. The BBQ sauce provided with the meal was a good match...tangy and a bit spicy! Sausage was excellent tasty and juicy! Meal fell kinda short when it comes to sides, potato salad was vinegar based and eggy, baked beans were not to my liking. Don't get me wrong folks were getting these sides like it was moms home cooking but the taste wasn't in my wheelhouse.... Sorry. Anyway this revived BBQ house is going places! I recommend you give it a try.....as always have a happy meal....

Had brisket and fried shrimp for 2. Outstanding brisket, and fried shrimp was great. Kids had…read morecheeses steak and wings. Lots of food, everyone had to go boxes. Really good food and service. The ambiance was odd, roadside dinner cafe but clean. Will be back for sure, better than most of what we have had over the years in the area on yearly visits

Highly recommend. Just excellent BBQ. Highly recommend the sausage and the chopped (Frito pie with…read morechopped, beans, Fritos, and cheese, yum!), although the brisket and the birds are good too. Great sides (deep fried jalapeño poppers!!!). Get there before stuff sold out!

Love this little gem that has recently popped up in Portland! I believe they have closed down this…read moredrive through location because they are opening in a bigger spot! Probably a good idea to follow their social media for when they officially re-open. When they do, make sure you go and try! Here's what I ordered at their old location: -Fatty brisket -Pork Ribs -Jalapeno and Original Sausage -Corn Pudding -Enchilada Mac and Cheese It all came with some bread, onion, pickles, and bbq sauce on the side. Their sauces are very unique! One has a dark, balsamic like flavor and the other is more Carolina style. By far the best thing I had was their brisket! Oh my I could eat this every day its so good! The sausage has some great flavor too! The corn pudding was probably my least favorite because it was very greasy. Certain days they have specials like smoked brisket burgers and smoked wings which I'm really hoping to try soon.

The food is excellent! The crew is very friendly and accommodating…read more Be sure to use the new address: 406 S. Gregory St. Gregory, TX

Food was excellent. Generous helpings. Very busy. About 8 tables for seating. Clean…read more Brisket is moist and flavorful. Potato salad and beans had good flavor. My daughter had the fries with brisket and cheese which were delicious.

First of all they give zero military discounts. I was not pleased with the servers attitude when I…read moreasked about the discounts....he scoffed at me...mf! The food is trash too...never again!!

Swung by Jim Bobs BBQ and ordered the sliced brisket sandwich and brisket mac and cheese, both…read moreabsolutely delivered. The brisket was perfectly smoked, juicy, and piled high. No shortcuts here just solid, honest BBQ done right. And the mac and cheese? Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with brisket. While I waited I had great conversation with Jim Bob. He was a down to earth guy and it turns out we are from the same hometown. Felt less like grabbing food from a truck and more like visiting an old buddy who can really cook.

This is the best brisket I have found in Rockport. I've found other meats and sides I like at other…read moreplaces but the brisket was just okay at best. I made a second visit to Jim Bob's and picked up some ribs. My first impression after trying one is they are good... meaty, tender to the point the meat almost falls off the bone but they are still moist. It takes a good pit master to cook brisket and ribs to that sweet spot and Jim Bob seems to have it down. Only side I've tried is the beans and they are pretty good. Give this guy a try.

This is a staple in Karnes County. My late father was from Karnes City and remember this place…read morewhen i was a little girl, now 60. It's been around for many years. Sold many times but has managed to keep the recipes in tact. Delicious.

We came here on a Thursday 10 min till closing!! Mr Morin…read morewelcomed us in. We ordered 4 beef ribs and it doesn't seem like a lot but they were huge! Pork ribs and sausage potato salad, and beans . Everything was so amazing best BBQ and staff was so nice I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place!

Mac's Bar-b-Que always satisfies !!! I've lived here most of my 65 years and have thoroughly…read moreenjoyed dine in and drive-through, takeout, catering, everything, And I am always pleased with not only the Quality of the food But also the service. One time years ago, I had a complaint about something, I went to the owner and the manager and presented my suggestion, and it was handled right away, and I've never had the same issue since. They truly cared about my dining satisfaction.

Great place for Barbeque in Rockport, if you're far from your central Texas spots. I liked my food,…read moreloved the folks who owned+worked there. Great service. Very down to earth, and you can tell they're loved in the community. I would come back and try again. Kiki the BBQ kitty out front was a cute surprise, and very friendly!

We have been wanting to try this place out for a while now but their hours never matched up to when…read morewe were over near them. Well today we made the drive over intentionally to check this place out. Everything was great! We shared a 3 meat pleated with pulled pork and ribs. The ribs were fall apart moist and juicy. Probably the best BBQ we have had in Rockport/Fulton area. We will be back.

Very friendly and welcoming. The staff is all family and the pride shows. The barbecue is tender…read moreand well flavored. The sides are well seasoned and delicious. We have visited this restaurant many times during our stay. Their cinnamon rolls are huge, Texas style. I prefer them smaller and gooey but they are tasty. I highly recommend this place!