Coudnt wait had to take a bite, just the smell alone makes you want to pull over and start eating…read more This place has been a regular of mine for years and it deserves more recognition, the fresh biscuits to the brisket down to the egg and cheese , its always a 10/10 for me! Service is always great also great place overall

El Sancho Tex Mex BBQ: A Texas Monthly Top 100 Surprise Hiding Behind the Coffee Shop…read moreFinding true Texas barbecue glory in an unexpected place is one of life's greatest pleasures, and that's exactly what happened when I pulled up to this humble food truck. Tucked away in a lot behind a local coffee shop, this operation specializing in breakfast tacos and smoked meat by the pound is more than just a roadside stop--it's a bona fide culinary experience, holding a coveted spot on the Texas Monthly Top 100 BBQ Awards list. This isn't your typical street taco joint; it's a full-on, unique blend of Texas smoking tradition and vibrant Mexican flavor. The Smoked Meats: Quality Beyond Expectation The foundation of any great BBQ joint is its meat, and here, the quality is exceptional. * Brisket: Simply put, wow. I never expected a breakfast taco food truck to serve such a delicious slice of brisket. It boasted a phenomenal, peppery Texas bark that crackled with flavor, and the meat itself was perfectly rendered, staying consistently nice and moist throughout. It was a flawless execution of smoked beef. * Pork Belly: The pork belly was delightful--tender, rich, and packed with great flavor. It had a wonderful depth, though I noted it was just slightly on the dry side, preventing it from achieving perfection. Still, a delicious, high-quality offering. The Tacos: Full-Fledged Adult Fare The genius of this spot is how they integrate their exceptional smoked meats into what they call a "Texas Mexican Taco culinary experience." The tortillas are incredibly fresh, and the combinations are unique and satisfying. * The El Rey Taco: This is the ultimate breakfast champion. It layers that incredible, moist brisket with chilaquiles verdes, cheese, creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and a perfectly fried egg. What a combination! It struck just the right balance of richness and expected spice. I particularly appreciated the decision to include a full slice of brisket rather than chopped or shredded meat--a clear sign of quality and respect for the smokehouse star. * Taco de Chicharron: This taco elevates the pork belly experience, combining it with avocado, bright pickled onions, cilantro, crispy pork rind, and a kick of jalapeños. The harmony of flavors was masterful. This is precisely what a great Mexican-Texas fusion taco should taste like. With large, thick pieces of pork belly filling the seven-inch tortilla, this is absolutely not a street taco; it's a full-fledged, adult taco experience built for maximum impact. The Verdict What a super surprise this place turned out to be. The dedication to quality, from the perfectly smoked brisket to the thoughtful, layered flavor combinations in the specialty tacos, is evident in every bite. The staff were also incredibly friendly, offering great food suggestions that proved spot-on. If you find yourself in the area, a visit to this unassuming food truck is definitely recommended for a unique and top-tier Texas BBQ and taco mashup.

So FUCKING good. As a lover of Felice, I can't believe it took me this long to try Teddy's. The…read moreribs were my personal favorite but we got a little bit of everything and it was all individually it's own experience. Definitely tops a lot of other barbecue spots in Texas that also come with 2-3hr waiting times so having this in my hometown is awesome. It's pretty tightly packed in there especially during rush hour but having a full bustling house adds to the lovely feeling of eating Texas barbecue in this crazy heat. Wish I could have tried the mac and cheese but it always gives me a reason to come back!

The food here I my opinion is fair! There are places in the Valley that have better BBQ. Also the…read moreprices seem to be a little bit high. Not much to say about the service. You order at the counter and pick your order up. But I did a heck of a job doing that! No comment on the ambiance, didn't really look around.

Loved it. It's been…read more12 years since I've been back to Willie's. I had the same thing tonight as I did back then - Stuffed Baked Potato with Brisket. You queue up in the ordering line as you walk in. There were about a dozen people ahead of us so it gave us time to study the menu. Maybe 10 minutes at most. When arrive at the cashier, you place your order and pay. You're given your receipt and the cashier adds a hand-written order number on it. We grabbed a 6-top table for our party and waited for our order number to be called out. Took 10 minutes at most. We helped ourselves to silverware and extra BBQ sauce while we waited for our food. Our potato was piping hot. The potato is opened up and fluffed a bit. They add butter to one side and sour cream to the other side. They add bacon bits or similar, then pile on whatever meat you may have ordered. It ends up being huge! My wife and I split one. They're open from 11 am to 6 pm. We arrived at 4:30 and they were out of a number of things (ribs and some sides). Get there earlier in the day if you want maximum selection. We enjoyed our meal and will come back again.

Best moist brisket I've ever had. Plenty of sides to choose from, but the meat is the star.read more

Always pass by and decided to try it out; their Sausage taco was a hit for the kiddos. Got a…read moreBrisket taco and sandwhich which were great also. Prices are good service is great. Very quick and staff is super helpful.

A nice little family run restaurant that serves good portions of great tasting BBQ. The folks are…read morefriendly and make sure you are taken care of. This will definitely be on my list to stop at when I'm in McAllen. Thanks for providing such a good tasting and filling meal.

His place appears to have closed down. Went by there on a Tuesday and the place was deserted. I…read morehate that, their bbq was amazing!

Outstanding bbq! Friendly staff. Very accommodating . Down home atmosphere. Unassuming and…read more comfortable.

I've seen this place get nice promotion from fellow foodies...and it's definitely one of the…read moretastier BBQ places out there. I went during my lunch hour for a to-go box...got me the ribs and fajitas. The meat was perfectly cooked. The ribs...I was literally leaving the bones clean, they were delicious. The prices aren't bad (fajitas/ribs $36). Two people can eat from their 2 meat plates and have food still left over. The sides are traditional, kept simple...and done just right. The mashed potatoes were definitely my fav. Why not the 5 star? Well I mentioned in an earlier review...4 stars is not horrible either. It was simply the wait...I know they prepare everything but I think I waited near 30 mins in my car, while it was being prepared. I went during my lunch hour unfortunately...and most of it was spent waiting. This isn't a knock on the place....but an observation. Ordering ahead is the best way to go... Still a must try! Especially those short ribs

I saw it on Take 5 , so I'll stop by first chance since I live in McAllen but I could smell &…read moretaste it when I saw they were mentioned on Take 5

Food and service is PHENOMENAL! Everyone is so sweet and…read morehelpful! Amazing place! Worth the wait and worth the price!

One of the best BBQ places in the RGV. They offer a great variety of tasty dishes but go early…read morebefore the best stuff sells out!

This place has the look of a long well-managed business. I'd say it's even historic. Their loaded…read morebaked potato was good and stuffed with brisket. Clean. I loved the mural outside depicting my exact 1955 Chevy, my very first car. I have a warm spot in my heart for the founder of this place. Good for Willie!

Great food! But always cold, Dino rib awesome, brisket plate a little expensive compared to other…read morebbq places around, family place like a said meat always cold or room temperature