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    Railhead Smokehouse

    3.7 (634 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Two meat plate
    Elizabeth A. H.

    Order at the counter. If you get a large drink you can bring it back on your next visits. Food is prepared as you order. Find your own seats. There is a ful bar. The fries and ribs are phenomenal.

    Dawn C.

    We went to a comedy show on Saturday, 3/13. We went here for dinner prior to the show. The food was just OK. Good pricing though!

    Khoa N.

    Railhead is another Fort Worth's "staple"... or so I was told. Being a staple doesn't mean the food is good though... I felt the meat was dry. I had to counteract this by dousing it with bbq sauce. I think people come here because of nostalgia and a really cold beer.

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    Guy H.

    September 2020? I know I've eaten here several times since then and updated at least once? In Ft Worth for the day,I was headed to Railhead for lunch when I passed Panther City BBQ. For those that don't know,it's purported to be one of the best on the planet and ranked #10 on the Top 50 list I chose to keep going till I got to Railhead for several reasons. You don't have to sell your First born or 2nd mortgage your home to enjoy good BBQ . I know,it's in Vogue to tell your work bros and sis that you're checking off the top 50 list. Now,I'm not suggesting you don't pursue the Ark,but occasionally throw these old guys that built the business of Texas Q tradition a bone and save some money at the same time. Our ribs, turkey, chopped beef, potato salad and French fries today were solid 4 star authentic Texas Q. In addition, I literally saved 1/2 what I'd have spent Boutique Q'n it. So without further ado..... Go!

    Lenee L.

    The food was really good and as you can see generous portions. Service was really friendly and the ambience was casual.

    Paul N.

    I had heard such good things about railhead. I frequented FTW and every time they said you want good bbq go to railhead or heim. Railhead was closer this night so I checked it out. Was a slow night and maybe this was the main mistake. Got a 2 meat plate so I could try out a couple of things. I am beyond glad I got moist brisket because it was dry, so I can only imagine how the lean was. The ribs were okay, nothing to write home about. The sauce? It's the type I hate most: tastes like Campbell's tomato soup with seasoning. There is a place in Houston with similar sauce and while it's objective, I greatly dislike the sauce. The sides: potato salad was the star of the night. Which sadly isn't saying much. Green beans were pretty limp and yeah. Just not for me. I'm also a bit of a hippy when it comes to the environment and the fact they serve styrofoam trays and plastic cutlery just annoys me. I would think it's less expensive to just buy cafeteria trays and a set of utensils but I also don't run a restaurant so who knows. However, it's incredibly wasteful. So I hate to sound like a negative Nancy, but in a town full of BBQ restaurants I'm sad. Hope it was just an off night for me but yeah.

    Chopped Beef sandwich plate, green beans (fantastic) and potato salad.

    The food is fantastic. People are very nice and helpful. Best bbq I've had in quite a while. We have been meaning to get there and finally did. They have a pretty nice bar.

    False advertising
    Donna C.

    This is our favorite barbecue place. Good ribs, ice cold beer, good prices, BUT, they are ALWAYS out of green beans. We tried to order some today at 7pm and the cashier said that they had been out since 4:30pm. So why didn't they make more for the dinner crowd? Every time they are out. Poor management.

    Barbecue rib plate
    Veronica P.

    We have been to Railhead many times. The barbecue ribs, green beans, and coleslaw are all my favs. The super smoky, flavor, and good portions of ribs for a fair price, brings us back pretty regularly. The restaurant is fit for your cowboy hat and boots, very casual. It's clean and always busy. The staff there is very accommodating even though they are super busy. Today, my ribs were a bit on the fatty side and they were happy to provide some ribs that were more lean, without a fuss. This is a great spot for locals to come or if you're visiting you will not be let down with this Texas barbecue!

    Baked potato with Turkey Breast
    Allison H.

    Great to go item from Railhead, the turkey stuffed baked potato. Hearty and filling, with lots of little extras. Sour cream, butter, bacon bits plus BBQ sauce. Not bad at all for about $9 including tax! Will get this again. Service was fast at the window, the restaurant looked busy inside. I know from previous visits it's a great place to hang out also. Keep rollin' on Railhead Smokehouse!

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    2 months ago

    Best lunch any day of the week! I haven't eaten anything there that wasn't amazing! The servers are all so sweet.

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    Great service! Went on a Thursday and had the rib plate special. Ribs were delicious!

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    Food was substandard. Very disappointing experience. Glad others like it, but we won't return

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    I've been here several times. Service is quick, food is yummy, it's a casual well known joint. Love that they have a bar too.

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    6 months ago

    Get the smoked chicken it's the best there. One of my favorite BBQ places in Ft. Worth. Oh yeah the beer is cold also!

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    Ask the Community - Railhead Smokehouse

    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    Do you have drive thru?

    Yes we do have a drive thru . We and it are open Monday through Saturday 11 AM. To 9 PM.

    Is there an outdoor patio?

    Yes, they have a large one.

    When is Happy Hour?

    I believe it's Monday - Thursday 4-9

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    Sabar BBQ - Sabar Food Truck

    Sabar BBQ

    4.8(24 reviews)
    2.7 mi•Southside

    When in Texas...have to get some bbq. Sabar BBQ is where dreams come true, Pakistani and BBQ...the…read morebest of both worlds. Daal (and chawaal)- the best daal I have ever had. The crunchy onions that retain structure was absolutely divine. I could eat this everyday. Brisket - we didn't get a fatty piece which I liked because it allowed me to not get full easily Sichuan Lamb Ribs - softest lamb I have ever had (that wasn't in a curry) and the rub on it was not only the perfect amount but a perfect blend Tandoori Turkey - this was really moist and not spicy, great choice for those who do not like red meat Seekh Kabob Sausage - the casing was well done and the flavor profile wasn't overpowering, sometimes desi spices can overtake the meat and that was not the case here (no pun intended) Kochumber salad - well seasoned and I am so glad it is on the menu because you need a fresh element to palate cleanse and cut through bbq fat They open at 11am and the line started forming 10:30am, it moves at a good pace. We were also instructed with what's on the menu and the parking situation which I thought was professional and well organized. We found some seating in the area next to the truck.

    "Sabar BBQ: Where the lamb ribs made me want to high five a stranger."…read more TL;DR: Get there early, order the Sichuan Lamb Ribs, let Zain carve you a plate of happiness, and prepare to have your taste buds do a Texas two-step with Pakistani spices. Worth every minute of the wait. This one's climbing my top 50 list faster than a brisket disappears at a family reunion. After one failed mission to Sabar BBQ, where I showed up too late and found an empty pit (and an emptier stomach), I came back like a man on a barbecue pilgrimage. The sun was blazing, the line was growing, and I wasn't about to be left holding nothing but a napkin this time. Pitmaster Zain Shafi runs this blue trailer like a flavor command center. The smell hit me halfway through the line and had me grinning like a kid at the state fair. I made my move when it was my turn, and if you know me, you know lamb is my kryptonite. I ordered the Sichuan Lamb Ribs, then couldn't stop myself from adding brisket and Tandoori Turkey. The sides? Kachumber Salad and Daal Chawaal, because even Uncle Sean needs balance in life. Zain loaded everything up, tossed it all on top of some naan for good measure, and sent me to my table like a champion headed to the winner's circle. The first bite of lamb ribs nearly had me proposing to the pit. Spicy, tender, smoky perfection with a bark that made my heart sing. The brisket was rich and juicy, the turkey came with that tandoori kick that slapped me awake in the best way possible. The sauces just tied the whole thing together like a big barbecue hug. The yogurt mint cilantro sauce was made to cool and lift the brisket and turkey to a whole new level. The red sauce packed a punch and paired with the lamb like it was born for the job. I boxed up some leftovers for my wife, the Side Dish Queen herself, because a man who doesn't bring home naan from Sabar BBQ is a man sleeping on the couch. She confirmed what I already knew: this was next-level barbecue, the kind that earns legends and long lines. Sabar BBQ is only open on weekends, and only fools show up late. I won't make that mistake again. This was stop number 15 on my Texas Monthly Top 50 journey, leaving me with 35 more glorious BBQ pilgrimages ahead before the passport is full and my belt officially waves the white flag. If loving these lamb ribs is wrong, I don't wanna be rib-right.

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    Sabar BBQ - Brisket, Sausage

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    Sabar BBQ - 2 meat + 2 side plate (turkey, brisket, fruit chatt, kuchcumber salad)

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    2 meat + 2 side plate (turkey, brisket, fruit chatt, kuchcumber salad)

    Brown's BBQ - When they dial in these greens they are going to be the bomb!

    Brown's BBQ

    4.7(3 reviews)
    17.0 mi

    First time trying Brown's BBQ, and guess I came away thinking super nice folks (thinking at least…read moresome in establishment were family), good (could be great) sides, and still on the learning curve on the brisket. With a bit more seasoning and flavor, the sides could be the hit of the location, and this I think will come with time and practice. Tried the greens (little bland, but wonderful texture), Mac and Cheese (actually seasoning was spot on), and beans (with meat...meh). The greens and MC were the hits for sure. Brisket was on the dry side, maybe overcooked, and could have used some better trimming before cooking I think. Did not try sausages or chicken, but both looked appetizing. They are still dialing in their pits is my guess, and expect cook quality to improve with a time. Quality of meat may also be worth considering. Overal, Brown's is definitely worth a visit, and as they find their groove they could be a contender. Right now would put them at a fair 3.5 stars, but the energy, great attitude (smiles means repeat business), and great beginnings is worthy of 4 stars even now, and a welcome addition to the neighborhood!

    Browns was great. I wished I could have taken the food home with me. I'd come right back the next…read moretime I'm in Dallas. The service was professional and quick and the atmosphere comfortable with plenty of seating and a bar.

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    Brown's BBQ - Brisket plate, nice portion size, was a fan of greens and MC.

    Brisket plate, nice portion size, was a fan of greens and MC.

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    225 BBQ - Low and slow smoked pork spare ribs.

    225 BBQ

    4.5(99 reviews)
    15.7 mi
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    225° BBQ is the Best TexMex BBQ in Texas. Don't fall for that Over-Hyped place, this is the Real…read moreDeal. The Pecan Smoked Prime Brisket and Ribs are Phenomenal. Juicey Smoked Turkey and Cheddar Jalapeño Sausage are the Best Around. The Birria Tacos and Consumme are far Better than Most Taquerias. Street Tacos, Shrimp Tacos, Quesi Tacos, Habanero Chicken Tacos, etc. are Just Simply Amazing! Sides are Great. Love the Mac & Cheese, Borracho Beans, Coleslaw, Green Spaghetti and Spicy Dirty Rice!! Then there's the Specialty Items. Birria Quesadilla is Fantastic. Get a Side of Consumme! Loaded Potatoes with Butter, Sour Cream, Cheese and any Protein you want. Chopped Brisket, Birria, Sausage, Shrimp, Turkey or any Combo. Their Signature Loaded Brisket, Hot Cheeto Elotes and Birria Ramen are Amazing. If the Dino Beef Rib, Best in NTX, or Baseballs (Cream Cheese and Jalapeño stuffed Chicken Thigh, wrapped in Bacon and Smoked) are on the menu, Get Them!! The Texas Twinkie ( Brisket and Cream Cheese stuffed Jalapeño wrapped in Bacon & Smoked) or Cherry Bomb, same as a Twinkie but with a Habanero are This is TexMex BBQ at its Finest!!

    I was in the area at another business and leaned on Yelp for a suggestion because I was starving…read moreand wanted something really good. 225 BBQ was close by and I had to see what was going on. I ordered the street tacos with brisket. It came with an order of 5 tacos. I also got the green spaghetti. The brisket had a really good and savory taste to them with a little fat to set them off. The salsa verde could've been a little spicier but still delicious. The green spaghetti was not hot but it was interesting and I'd get again but add some salt. The young lady working at the counter was sweet and helped me make my decisions. The food came out quickly, too. Now I was slightly confused and thought I was at the wrong spot because it's essentially a bar/pool hall that sells food but I was pleasantly surprised. It wasn't too loud or busy either. I ate some of my food and had plenty leftover. Definitely a must try!

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    Ghost Food Park - Birria  ramen

    Ghost Food Park

    4.7(11 reviews)
    12.9 mi

    Nice small food park in Dalworthington Gardens/Central Arlington…read more I just happened by on a Monday but the trucks were in hibernation mode. I came back on early Saturday evening after a nice cooling rain. It was pleasantly not crowded. I got a couple of empanadas from one truck and a couple of smash burgers from another. Both items were delicious. When I go back, I want to try something from the hibachi grill. I got an Oakcliff smashburger and my son enjoyed a Dallas. We loved our burgers. You could tell they were made fresh with chunks of avocado and bacon for me! The empanadas were good if a bit small. The dough pocket could have been premade, so I'll have to try something else from that food truck. That's the beauty and draw of a food truck park as pi your able to try have what you want and still eat together! I hope people come out and give this place a try. Come check it out, they got something for nearly everybody!

    Food trucks in my part of Arlington ... yes please! Bbq,…read moremangada, hibachi, birria, seafood, tacos, and Indian food. My son got an ad on insta and here we are! Outside seating, country music , and whatever food you choose! My brisket was great:) and from the looks on his face his food was amazing! I asked my son what he liked about being here and his answer was perfect... "variety and lots of food where other people had to cook it" lol... enjoy

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    Bbq from 225 degrees bbq. Brisket, potato salad, and Mac and cheese

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