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    Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse

    3.3 (573 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Smokehouse
    Open Open 24 hours
    Updated 2 months ago

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    My leftovers for take home portion of my meal.
    Linda T.

    The order area service was quick and the staff were polite, funny, friendly and joking around. The meal I chose was the Pork Riib dinner with two sides: coleslaw and (3) large sliced onion rings. I also added a soda to my order. Btw, there are other sides for the choosing but these were my favorite choices. The pork ribs (5) were fall off the bone delicious and perfectly bbq'd. Great portions for me-- actually, for me it is enough for a take home box for another day. Yummy Vibe: casual relaxed with music playing throughout the restaurant. The soda fountain, condiments and utensils are in the same self serve. The table areas were in areas: a larger open area for family sized tables and booths as well as a more quaint smaller seating area flanking the front of building. A lot of great window seating for natural & lighted areas. Solo meals or a gathering with friends. From where I sat, it looked like there were quite a few take out meals being picked up... that's a good indicator of good food to go meals. Nice. Plenty of parking at the front and along the side adjacent to the restaurant, too.

    Old original dinning area vintage 1958
    Guy H.

    It's been too long since I stopped in to this institution. I've been coming here off and on my entire life. Originally opened in 1958, this original location has survived change of ownership ( family sale),fire and the international rise of Texas BBQ and the pressure that brings. These old places have seen hard times surviving in such a competitive market where the irrational exhuberance has led to $30-40 BBQ meals . If you really want to experience the roots of Texas BBQ,Sonny Bryans original location is a great place to sample. I hadn't been here since 2018 and my standard order of a chopped beef sandwich,onion rings and ice tea was a carbon copy of the same order of years past . They've updated a few things,added on extra dining space but, the food is still good and doesn't cost a fortune. If you get an opportunity definitely... Go!

    potato with sausage stuck in it!!
    Kedra G.

    That was the worst bbq ever!! They got my order wrong which was a baked potato with cheddar jalapeño sausage with a half pound of ribs. They made the baked potato with chopped brisket then I took it back in to let them know, and asked could they just add the sausage to it. That asshole cook threw the whole thing in the trash and gave me a potato with sausage no toppings or just very little! The all the bbq was burnt omg!! Old restaurants that use to be awesome are just trash now and have the nerve to have an attitude. The cashier and guys that gave me the food were nice but yall need to leave that dump!!!

    Regular BBQ plate (double brisket & smoked turkey), potato salad & beans
    Rob F.

    You know, Sonny Bryan's has been a mainstay of Dallas BBQ for years. The old-school locale but good food & generous portions kept me coming back time and again. Sadly, the last couple of times have been underwhelming (yes SB, you disappointed me the last time I was here too, I gave you another shot and it was the same). For a $24 BBQ plate and iced tea, the portions have become extremely light, and the sides not nearly as good as they used to be (are you making these from scratch or are they coming out of a tub?). Tonight, the beans had no natural flavor except the overwhelming taste of tobasco. The smoked turkey was pretty good, but the brisket was overdone and pretty dry. The potato salad tasted like what I would buy at Costco. To the folks at SB's: I'm not writing this to complain, I'm putting this out there for you to hopefully take a moment and step back up your game. You used to be one of the best BBQ joints in the Dallas area - a local favorite. About the biggest draw now is the 24/7 operating hours. Rudy's and others are literally eating your lunch on the quality of food your putting out, along with the portions. PLEASE bring back the SB's quality and loaded plates that you used to provide day in and out, because you're losing a lot of us to the competition.

    "World famous onion rings" ‍
    Catie S.

    We were at UT Southwestern for some testing and starving. Ha In between some of the tests my husband and I ran over a little after 11a (they are open 24/7, I think). They were not very busy, but I do think the whole time, I was the only lady in the place besides the cashier. I just found that funny. It smelled wonderful! Lots of good choices on the menu. They were fast in getting us our food out. It was good bbq, but to be honest, it wasn't anything to write home about. My husband had seen somewhere about "world famous onion rings". They were not bad. We both had brisket. It was ok. The decor was rustic. I liked it.

    Michael G.

    This place is great. The price is very reasonable and all the food has great taste. Got the large BBQ plate and a sandwich combo

    Onion Rings - Half Order & Cheddar Jalapeno Sausage
    Josh M.

    This historic bbq shack needs to be on everyone's lunch list for the simple fact that the onion rings are epic. Not to mention the age of this place should be written in the Texas BBQ history books. Limited seating but damn near the best prices you will find anywhere. Order and grab a seat - they will call your name and drop it off. Brisket and jalapeño cheddar sausage were solid choices and nothing to disappoint. Don't skip out on this landmark if you are in the area!

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    Food was not great, it was take out but still expected better. Would not give it another chance based on the experience and cost.

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    Thanks Lamarr. We hope you come back soon.

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    Terry Black's Barbecue

    4.6(4.2k reviews)
    4.2 miDeep Ellum
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    After having a stellar experience at the Austin location over Memorial Day weekend, I was thrilled…read moreto discover a Terry Black's BBQ right here in Dallas to cap off our trip. Beef Ribs: These were the star of the show. They were incredibly tender, melting off the bone with deep, complex flavors that set a high bar for BBQ. Brisket: While still high-quality, I found the brisket in Austin to have better meat to fat ratio. The Dallas version was good, but it didn't quite hit the same heights as the Austin achieved earlier in our trip. Even with the slight variation in the brisket, Terry Black's remains a standout. The combination of fantastic beef ribs, a great vibe, and reliable service makes it a must-visit. We are already looking forward to our next visit!

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    Lockhart Smokehouse

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    When in Texas, you have to get BBQ, and I'm very glad I was introduced to Lockhart Smokehouse in…read morethe Bishop Arts District. The neighborhood itself is a great bonus. It's walkable, full of shops, and makes for a really fun area to spend some time before or after eating. But the reason you're here is the BBQ, and it delivers. The brisket was the star for me. Super tender, full of flavor, and exactly what you want from Texas BBQ. The ribs were just as good, fall-off-the-bone and well seasoned. The pulled pork was also really solid. I added BBQ sauce, but honestly it didn't even need it. For sides, definitely get the spicy mac and cheese, baked beans, and potato salad. All of them were great and rounded out the meal perfectly. This is easily a spot I'd come back to next time I'm in Dallas.

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    Pecan lodge is really one of the best bbq places in Dallas…read more If you're not sure what to get here and want a little bit of everything, I would recommend getting the trough (if you have enough people). To that one guy in the reviews who said that "the trough" will require at least 4 grown men, he was correct. I think this is a good amount for 4 men (without feeling absolutely disgusted from all this fatty deliciousness). The trough comes with 1 pound of brisket (5ish), 1 pound of beef ribs, 1 pound of pork ribs (5ish), 1/2 pound of pulled pork, 2 hand made sausage links, and 2 sides along with raw onions and pickles. The brisket is so good. Melt in your mouth. Make sure you get to try some of the leaner and fatty portions of it. The beef ribs are also perfect. It was Smokey, fatty, and fall off the bone just by touching it. I also very much enjoyed the sausages. The jalapeño cheddar and the maverick sausage (hatch chilis, cilantro, and queso Oxana, amazing) were so good. The Mac and cheese and collared greens were very good. Did not get the try the other sides. The bbq sauce was also very tangy and the brisket sauce? (I think?) is also a little acidic and a perfect pairing. There is an indoors eating area (AC blasting), but also an outside area with benches. The service is great and fast

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    4.3(1k reviews)
    8.1 miNorth Dallas
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    Funny that I'm on this website to write a review almost 8 years from the last time I was there. I…read moregot to thinking about good BBQ, and it made me think of one of the best I've encountered, Hard 8. I used to travel a lot for work, and would hit this place when I could. Suffice to say, it left a lasting impression on me, because here I am, almost a decade later. The atmosphere is everything a Texas BBQ joint should be, and having folks enter from the pit area was a stroke of genius. It really sets the expectation & mood. There's "decent" BBQ places here in Ohio, but there's no question Texas does it best, and Hard 8 is a true standout! (LOVE those charros!) This will be the 1st place I stop to eat if ever again I'm in the area. Honorable mention to Tyler's BBQ up in Amarillo if anyone gets out that way.

    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.

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    3.1(36 reviews)
    7.0 miNorth Dallas

    Location The Colony-North west of Dallas-near Grapevine…read moreParking Large open lot Atmosphere Western bar-rustic-specializes in whiskey and bar b que-game area with pool tables Seating Outside patio (smoking allowed) with fire pit-low, high tables, bar, game room perfect for large groups Service Outstanding! Immediate, friendly, attentive Menu Many appetizers/starters. The buffalo deviled eggs were the BEST ever!!! Loaded and perfect! Meat selections, tacos, sandwiches-toasted buns with juicy pulled pork, sides. The three street taco with a side-barbacoa was popular and looked yummy. The side of fried was huge!! Thin and cooked perfectly. We had the two meats and one side-sliced turkey, generous portion, creamy coleslaw, plenty of green beans as a side-topped with shredded cheese. Great happy hour-whiskey ice cube is too big for the old fashioned glass but good. Summary Rustic western barbeque bar with outstanding service, delish food, great meet up spot! We love the game room for group meet ups! See you there!

    Pretty good spot with some delicious brisket and cranberry composte. The thing i didnt like though…read morewas the food just doesnt seem to go together well. I tried the breakfast sandwich but it was just not for me. It was too sweet while trying to be savory with the bbq brisket. I also tried the rueban but i didnt like the sour kraut or something on it, im not exactly sure what it was on there that didn't click with me. Pulling apart the sandwiches though and just eating the bbq meat was really good. I loved the cranberry composte, it complemented the food so well. I also got the soup of the day which was some special chicken tortilla soup i believe. The soup was great. If I'm in town again and they have a special, I'll probably roll back through. The service was good and the ambiance was nice. I heard they open the big garage door when it's nice out, so that must be extra pleasant.

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