Having been to the location in Austin, probably a half dozen times, I was pretty surprised by this…read moreexperience. I had brought my wife to Dallas for a visit and was insistent that she try the Terry Black's barbecue experience. All of the staff that we interacted with was great, I enjoyed the sides and the sausage and pork ribs. The brisket today just seemed very dry and boring. The biggest problem was as soon as I stepped out of my car in the parking lot, I was overcome with the smell of what I assume was the garbage cans from the comedy club that shares the back of the parking lot. Forget about smelling smoke and getting all excited about good barbecue. It was nearly enough to make us turn around and get back in the car. Grateful for the inside seating because if the only available option was to sit outside, I would not have sat there and eaten my food with the smell of that garbage coming across the parking lot.

My first Texas BBQ and it did not disappoint! We got there at 12:30pm on a Saturday and was…read morepleasantly surprised that the wait was very short (maybe only 10 min). The line is super fast and efficient. We got the small family meal, which comes with 3 lbs of meat (you can mix multiple meats as you like) and 5 sides. And got a few other items on the side. We got brisket, sausage (both kinds), pork ribs, burnt ends, and 1 beef rib. Everything was delicious. The brisket was our favorite. For side, we got Mac and cheese, green beans, potato salad, beans, and coleslaw. Potato salad was our favorite! They've got self serve toast and bbq sauces are in the coolers. Overall an amazing experience. I would love to come back the next time I'm in the state.

So when you look up best bbq. This comes up. We love Terry…read moreBlacks. We are not Texas natives. But the reviews did not disappoint!!! Beef ribs were sold out. We got pork ribs brisket, jalapeño sausage. Meat was fall off the bone. I mean so tender it falls apart on touch. Use your fingers to grab because it's slippery. You don't need sauce!! Collards ----- wow Okra good but I'm biased-- my mom makes fierce okra Bartender Emily amazing!! Blackberry mango margarita was on point

not a baked bean person but pecan lodge absolutely had the best baked beans in all the lands…read more absolutely amazing. brisket quality was much better than terry blacks. it was at least soft and tender, you're able to easily fork apart the brisket. bbq sauces on the table are a little runnier for my personal preference and the spicy one is spicyyyy. definitely a much more relaxing place for bbq, mellow and quaint. there's only 1 cashier so the order process can be pretty slow... once you order you're given a pick-up number to pick up your food at the window. alcoholic beverages need to be ordered separately at the bar. i was hoping to try the cideboob but it was out :( the frozen marg was really good, however.

I was in Texas for a work event and my colleagues invited me to have some Texas BBQ at Cattleleack…read moreBarbeque. When we arrived around 1pm there was a line out the door. After getting inside I could tell why. The BBQ smell hits you as you open the door and it smelled sooooo good. They had a giant menu written onto the wall. Some of the meats were sold out. We debated for a bit and then decided to do a group order. Our Group of 7 people ordered the Cattleleack Platter and sides of burnt end beans, potato salad, cole slaw, and Mac and cheese. Oh and don't forget to ask for cornbread too. Inside tey had large tables and benches to sit at and we secured our spot. The food was delicous. The Beef Rib was huge and melted in my mouth. The brisket was amazing and seasoned well. Everything tasted great. Everyone ate til they were full and we still had leftovers. I ate them later at night and they were still good. This place is pricey, definitely worth a visit.

下午一点到店，店内座无虚席、客流满满，需要排队等候许久，算得上达拉斯当地极具名气、人气超高的热门老店。…read more点了一份特色拼盘，里面包含香肠、猪肋排和牛腩。肉质软烂软糯，入口即化，口感十分绵软，但外皮吃起来偏咸还带着一丝酸味。原本期待值拉满，整体吃下来并没有达到预想中的惊艳感。 另外搭配了白菜和玉米配菜，意外发现白菜带着淡淡的酸口风味。

First time in Texas and had the try some BbQ. Great food. Friendly service, and an awesome…read moreatmosphere. Highly recommend

The food was absolutely delicious and not to mention the amazing customer service from the start to…read morethe end. Upon entering we were offered an amazing selection of meats and a great explanation of each. Once getting to the sides they noticed we had our two kids and offered us the help to grab our tray and take it to our table. Alongside the attention while we were enjoying our food was absolutely amazing. Isabel was so nice and helped us feel welcome!

I went here twice in one weekend while visiting Dallas. Once with my friend and another time with…read morecoworkers. First I got the brisket, regular potato salad, sweet corn, cheesecake, and a Diet Coke (I know, oink oink piggy amirite ). But yeah it was really frickin good like what am I supposed to say. The second time I got a half chicken, twice baked potato salad, Mac and cheese, sweet potato fries, cheesecake, and a ranch water. (Holy moo could he order any more food) and yeah I was stuffed and satisfied. Only complain is they didn't use topo Chico for the ranch water but a piggy eats whatever slop the farmer pours in the troph. Thanks hard eight. I'll be back.

This is the first restaurant I dined at when I arrived in Dallas on Saturday. I am a solo traveler…read moreand I had the brisket sandwich, jalapeño street corn, macaroni and cheese and the peach cobbler. The restaurant wasn't what I expected. The food was served cafeteria style and the seating reminded me of my high school lunchroom. I did not mind the setup; it was just unexpected. The first stop was at the pit master to choose the meat and I made sure to tell him it was my first visit. I got a juicy chopped brisket there. The next stop was where I chose my bread (I again mentioned that it was my first visit) and the person there recommended that I get the jalapeño bun and it was really good. It was not too spicy and added a nice flavor to the sandwich. He also suggested the street corn and the macaroni and cheese and I enjoyed those as well. I had a sprite fountain drink which did not taste that great so I got the sweet tea for my refill and that was really good. All the food was really good and there was plenty for me to take back to the hotel. I liked the fact that they had to-go containers and bags readily available so I didn't have to go back to the register to ask. I didn't try the peach cobbler until a couple days later but it was really good as well. I would definitely dine here if I am in Texas again and I highly recommend this restaurant. Everyone I spoke to was really nice and helpful throughout my visit. There were people walking around and checking on everyone and one disposed of my tray/trash while I was getting a refill and another brought the to-go container and bag to me since I did not see the spot where they were situated. It was a great start to my visit.

I was pleasantly surprised by my recent visit. This was only my second time here. The first being…read moreabout 15 years ago when I initially moved to Dallas. During lunch, I ordered the smoked turkey and also sampled the sliced brisket. Both were excellent, and I realized I've been overlooking this spot. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and happy to offer samples before ordering, which I appreciated. The atmosphere is well-suited for enjoying quality barbecue with good company. I look forward to returning to try more items on the menu and would highly recommend giving them a visit.

Finally! 15 years after the highly anticipated opening I made It! But hold on,let's not celebrate…read moreyet. For those sitting in the car trying to decide or others looking for BBQ in the area,my recommendation is go elsewhere. I have a very good reason for this and it's disappointment. Don't get me wrong,there was a lot to like about the place. Walking in the door into the dining full bar area,we were cheerfully greated by the bartend-ress on protocol. 48 hours into this review and I'm just at 3 paragraphs and deciding how long or not this is going to be. Texas barbecue is so dear to my heart I'm feeling an extensive review coming on. Let me finish this paragraph by mentioning a significant historical fact regarding bbq just a few blocks from here. " The" king of Dallas barbeque started not far from here. In 1935 Red Bryan started a BBQ business and became a legend. Passing the torch to his son Sonny Bryan who solidified the elevated smoking of brisket in Dallas. That era has passed and now.... We have a new movement. With the price of beef,personnel retention,operating expenses,it's gotta be one of the hardest operations in food service. But,Red,Sonny and others did it and the bar is raised for anyone else who expects you to patronize their establishment and pay today's prices. I was very disappointed in the brisket here. I should have taken it back but,wasn't in the mood. While the owners may be connected to Lockhart Texas BBQ royalty,you can't rest on your laurels. Let's give them some time to tweek the operation before we try again. At this time it's a no go.

My family and I went there not really sure what to order but thanks to the social media hype we…read moreknew whatever we ordered would be fantastic ! Still unsure of what to order we asked the cashier, Lily , if I'm not mistaken ,what to get and her recommendations did NOT disappoint. I went with the tacos and the rest of my family chose ribs. The experience was heavenly to say the least. We'll be back that's for sure!

Food was delicious And the young lady who helped out with…read moreour order Lilly was very nice, very helpful. Has a great smile and outstanding personality. Made the place feel more inviting. Great environment. Wish her the best.

Kafi BBQ is a Texas style BBQ joint in Irving-Valley Ranch which serves up Halal Wagyu Brisket with…read moreIraqi/Middle Eastern influences. I follow the chef/owner on Instagram (@kafibbq), and the amount of effort and detail he puts into his craft has resulted in multiple return visits for me. This review is for my latest visit. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Kafi BBQ can be found in a shopping strip in Irving-Valley Ranch. Only opened Friday - Sunday, on my most recent Sunday visit around dinner time, Kafi was packed. The patrons were a great mix of families, BBQ lovers, and those looking for high quality Halal meats. Smoke was in the air. 1 Star. Service - The staff is super friendly and nice. Pro Tip - Go for lunch or before 6 before items are sold out. A few items were sold out on my most recent visit (my fault I arrived at 6:45) and the staff weren't aware of what was available, leading to some confusion, but they were so nice it didn't impact my meal. 1 Star. Food - By now, you've probably read or heard about Kafi's Wagyu Brisket. For me, I love following @kafibbq on Instagram so I can see what Salahodeen is cooking up. On this visit, it was the Brisket Sandwich. First off, the house baked bread roll is soft, but firm enough to hold Kafi's famous brisket on a pile of home made cole slaw and pickles. The result was one of the best BBQ sandwiches I've eaten. The bite was soft, smokey, crunchy, and tart (from the pickles). It was a special, and I'm not sure if Kafi will keep this on the menu, but I hope they do. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. It's pricey, but it's worth it. While the brisket is great, I suggest you follow them on Instagram to see what's cooking and plan your visit around the specialty items. 1 Star.

I was really excited to try this place!…read more What went well * Super friendly staff * Fast service * Clean environment * The peach cobbler was delicious. It had a unique crust that was both crispy and soft. Easily my favorite thing I tried. What didn't go well * Unfortunately, the food itself was really disappointing * The meat lacked seasoning and tasted mostly like smoke without much flavor beyond that. This was the biggest letdown for me * The brisket and ribs were both dry * The Texas Twinkie was okay, but the bacon was mostly fat with very little meat * The cornbread was decent and stayed moist * The empanada was overloaded with cheese to the point it became overwhelming, while the meat filling was barely noticeable. Overall, I really wanted to love this place based on the reviews and atmosphere, but the food just didn't deliver for me.

Ambiance: 10/10 Good ole industrial style joint with benches and wood and metal aesthetics. Its…read morelarge so you dont feel claustrophobic and a cool outdoor patio. They have really nice hand soap and lotion in the bathroom - a extra perk IMO! Parking in front in the lot you have to pay for which booo but worth it. DO PAY!!! There are cameras and even if no one is handing out tickets they will mail you one. This is not owned by Hurtado to be clear Service: 20/10 I PROMISE if you go in a Monday and sit at the bar, YESENIA will change your mind on your new favorite Monday go to for HH or dinner. She is freaking awesome Food: 10/10 honestly my favorite bbq joint. From the meats to the sides and drinks. Community tea, so a nice stringer brew i like! Its rare to find a bbq joint that has delicious sides AND delish meats. Yummmmmm When you order sliced brisket they ask if you want moist (with fat) or lean. The poblano sausage (beef) is so good. Try their HG brisket quesadillas!!!! Brisket heavy and excellent for the price. I love all their sides. My fave is the bacon ranch potato salad. Their mac n cheese is really good but not my go to. Their corn mixed with the mac n cheese or potato salad is yummers too Listen, just do yourself a favor and "treat yo self" to Hurtado's. Dont walk, RUN out the door to get there

The Brisket and the sausage were really good. The ribs were a five out of ten in my opinion…read more Mexican Rice was super dry. The Ranch Potato Salad had the texture of mashed potatoes with Ranch Dressing all over it. "Terrible" They also loose a point for selling Pepsi instead of Coke products. Very overpriced for the amount of food you get. Do not recommend this restaurant.

Food arrived quickly and portion was fair. Taste was mild, service polite, a standard three-star…read moredinner.

Amazing juicy meat, bbq connoisseurs will agree. The sides are also stellar and great customer…read moreservice! HIGHLY recommend for any event!