My husband is a true foodie--we've driven miles and stood in line for hours just for good BBQ. We've even been to the original Black's in Lockhart, TX, so when Terry Black's opened in Fort Worth we couldn't wait to try it. From the moment we walked in, it was perfection. The building, the vibe, the inside and outside--it's all spot on. The staff? 100/10. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. And the food... incredible. The brisket was tender and flavorful, and surprisingly, the turkey (something we almost never order) was amazing. We left with two bottles of their sauces--the chipotle mustard and the original--both absolutely delicious. The highlight for my husband, though, was the smokers. As we were leaving, a worker invited him back to see them up close and walked him through how and when they start the meats. As a foodie and an incredible cook himself, that behind-the-scenes moment sealed the deal--this is what sets Terry Black's apart. We'll definitely be back. Fort Worth needed this. read more

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I consider myself a pretty good judge of BBQ. Not only do I smoke a mean pork butt and ribs myself, but I've eaten at some of the best BBQ joints across Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, South Carolina, and Texas. I'd always heard the name Terry Black's, and finally had the chance to see if it lived up to the hype. The legend is true. Walking past the rows of massive smoking pits was enough to set the tone, and once the food hit the table, I knew I was in for something special. The brisket was beautifully spiced, tender, and cooked to perfection. But the real showstopper? The single beef rib my future daughter-in-law ordered "just because she wasn't that hungry." That rib was a monster--fall-off-the-bone tender, perfectly smoked, seasoned just right, and packed with deep, rich flavor. One bite was enough to prove why Terry Black's has the reputation it does. Even my picky 2 year old granddaughter enjoyed eating here. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Brisker, cream corn, and slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Located right outside of downtown Fort Worth means they have free parking right outside the door! Counter order, grab your drink and then take a seat. The staff will bring you your meal while you enjoy the inside air conditioning or the outside sitting area. The green beans and brisket are worth the trip! read more

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CC AND CHUY were so nice and patient while we figured out what our family wanted. The spaghetti was delicious! lol JK! Thank you guys! Loved the food. I don't normally like smoked Turkey but my husband got it and I loved it. Goodbye. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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Terry Black's knocked it out of the park. Their brisket was fall apart tender and juicy, but their turkey was to die for. You could easily cut through it with your fork it was seasoned just right and just so juicy. I'm not the biggest turkey fan and I'd come back just for that. Their cornbread was moist and the right amount of sweetness. The potato salad had both the tanginess and creaminess you'd want from a good one. The green beans were seasoned and weren't overcooked so they had great texture. It was easy enough to line up, tell the butcher what you wanted as they sliced and weighed it out for you then find a table. I liked their spicy and regular bbq sauces as well. Good complements to the meats. It's the usual bbq vibes inside but man, it's so cool seeing the smokers lined up as you walk towards the entrance and seeing all the meats cooking out getting ready to be cooked. read more

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Not sure how the turkey or brisket could have been any better. It may have taken a bit of time for Terry Black's to get their smokers going at the new location, but they seem to have the system down well at this point! read more

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Food was pretty good. We'll come back again when we're in town. I prefer the pork ribs over the beef ribs. I enjoyed the sausage and the brisket. The Green beans were very good. read more

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Great food and service by Hunter and Becca! Definitely worth coming back everytime! Came during lunch hour and didn't feel rushed but also didn't have to wait long. read more

I went to Terry Black's quite late on a weekday for some quick BBQ before a conference, and I am so glad that I took the trip over! The entire space is warm and welcoming, and everyone there was really kind and knowledgeable about BBQ! I can't eat much by myself, but they were great in recommending what they thought I would enjoy. I ended up getting the brisket, and it was SOOOOOO good! It was melt in the mouth, and I could try all three of their sauces at the table. There was no rush, and I left so full and happy. Definitely worth a trip for some great BBQ! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Menu and ordering area - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

The service is you get your sides and then you go to the meat guy and get your meat. Everything was colder than I woukd like but the flavor was out of sight. The mac amd cheese was obviously home made, the cream corn was magic, the turkey and sausage great, but the brisket stole the show. Some parts id the burnt ends were a bit salty but man it was still great. Wasn't a bargain but still darn good food. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

I pulled into the parking lot and I smell the smoked food I had a feeling this is going to be a good place so I walked in didn't know what to order so I ordered beef ribs and some of that jalapeno cheese sausage I got the corn cream corn and the beans with pork and beef in it but I also got the establish looking peach cobbler so we're going to see what's going to happen. The restaurant was really nice the way it's set up I still smell the Smoky flavor of the food and I tell you what when you see the pits when you walk in here it'll blow your mind. The first let me tell you the cream corn is a must the playroom the seasoning just perfect. The beans were okay but I expected more. No it was full of me pork and beef but it just lacked a good flavor will taste to me. The side of onions and pickles were very good. They were crunchy and fresh. Oh yeah the barbecue sauces they're the real deal. Now the jalapeno sausage and cheese is cooked to perfection he just got a nice little spicy kick and it's to other similar. I must say the two sides and the one meet the jalapeno sausage is filled me up. I don't if I can get to the peach cobbler in the beef rib.But I am going to try. Peach cobbler was the bomb the right amount of crust the right amount of peaches the right amount of seasoning they know what they're doing. Beef Rib Time.. this is amazing the beef rib season perfectly and when I tell you you bite into it and it's not chewy it's not tough, it just almost melts in your mouth. At least I forget the people working here are very nice and friendly and inviting. A definite return is in the near future. read more

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The service was very fast and all the workers were very friendly and helpful. We sat outside on their patio with our dog (very dog friendly) tables were clean and overall vibe was very cute and welcoming very good spot for a date or a group of friends. We got 1 beef rib, 1/2 pound of brisket, 1/2 pound of smoked sausage, 1/2 pound of chopped beef, and a small side of coleslaw. The total came to $105. The smoked sausage, brisket, and beef rib I highly recommend the meat was so smoky and tender! The only thing I would have to say could be better was their sauces. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - 1 beef rib 1/2 lbs smoked sausage 1/2 lbs chopped beef 1/2 lbs brisket Small coleslaw - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Terry Black's did not disappoint! The ribs were crazy tender with a perfect hint of sweetness--definitely the star of the plate. The regular sausage had great flavor, and the turkey was juicy and well-seasoned. The sides were solid and paired perfectly with the BBQ (that warm, sweet cornbread in the beans? ). Clean, cozy spot with a relaxed, family-friendly vibe. Big shoutout to Sharon and Clay for the warm, friendly service--they made the visit even better. I'll definitely be back! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Pork ribs, sliced turkey breast, sausage. Beans with my added cornbread muffin crumbled in it. Fresh green beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Terry Blacks was delicious. I have been to the OG in Lockhart and the one in Dallas prior to this visit. It was good, but I was not overwhelmed at those two locations. This Fort Worth location was different in a very positive way. Went on a Saturday afternoon and the manager Chad Jackson greeted me and my son and asked if we had been in before. He offered a quick tour of the smoker room and explained the process and lifted the lid to show us some briskets smoking away. He gave recommendations and was a superb host. James and Dakota were similarly helpful as they sliced up the meat and rung up the bill. Fatty brisket is the best move here. Pork rib is a delicious accompaniment. For sides we went with creamed corn, pinto beans and Mexican rice. I would not normally order Mexican rice at a BBQ place, but it was recommended. I am glad I did. The Mexican rice was phenomenal and the pinto beans are cooked up with brisket. Each delicious on their own... But together they are a home run. Space was clean and everyone was attentive to clearing plates and finished items. Great work Fort Worth Terry Black's!!! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Briskets smoking their way toward deliciousness. - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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My husband and I had a wonderful experience here! From passing by the lines of wood burning smokers, to being warming greeted, to going down the cafeteria style set up for the delicious sides, to the ladies behind the counters carving the gorgeous meat selection, we were hooked. The set up is simple and casual. The sides are clearly all made from fresh ingredients, and the meat is beautifully smoked, and very juicy. It felt like going over to the neighbors house for lunch. I'll gladly go back! read more

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Food was absolutely delicious! Service was fast and everyone was super friendly. The place was clean and the music wasn't too loud. Many gluten free options which was very important to me! Everything in my picture was gluten free. The manager Chad and also a wonderful employee named Pat, checked in with us. That was an added bonus! Thank you for the hospitality. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Beef ribs, brisket, sausage, Mexican rice, potato salad, green beans and cream of corn - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Brisket was dry as Heims was the 1st-through-3rd-"last time" we went to their River location! TB's Ribs were immaculate though - and large, meaty, at that. C'mon guys, if this brisket jerky is what happens to pit mastery with rabid expansion, SLOW DOWN! I can't take out-of-state/towners to TBs anymore until I hear this is worked out. This is Texas, man. read more

Enjoyed my second experience at Terry Blacks. Came in on a Friday night around 8:30pm and got through the line quickly. Ordered the small family combo which came with 3lbs of meat & 5 sides we also added 4 corn breads and sausage. The menu prices shown are not up to date so our total was abt $188 ($2 corn breads, $150 for family meal,$18-20 sausage) which is pretty pricey but worth it for a group of 4-6 people. We ordered brisket for our meat and had some tough pieces which was a bit disappointing. The pieces that were tender had great flavor and paired well with the bbq sauces being offered. Corn bread was nice as well, could be considered dry/crumbly but we enjoyed it ! One part of the service was the meat cutter gave us pieces of beef burnt end which were Amazing !! Inside seating gets filled fast but there's covered seating outside so room for everyone. Overall this place is well deserving of 5 stars but the inconsistency with the meat was what made the experience 4 stars. I'd still recommend it & will definitely be back. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Been brisket, Sausage, corn breads, Mexican street corn, Mac n Cheese, green beans, dirty rice. - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Jose & Hunter were so great! As a solo eater, they were nice and greeted me to make me feel welcomed! The server (did not catch her name) gave great recommendations and as a party of one, how the sizes make sense. Food was really good! Had the brisket sandwich, race and Mac & cheese! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Brisket sandwich, rice, Mack and cheese, and fountain Dr. pepper. - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

The best BBQ I have ever had at a restaurant!! This place knows what they're doing and they do it just right. Tender meat, delicious sides, great portions - it's all there. We opted for a family meal since we had a big group and added an extra side and meat, which ended up being perfect for our group of 7 adults. The service was so kind and you could tell how passionate they are about their food. There is indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating had tons of flowers and greenery, as well as a view of the smokers! GO TO TERRY BLACKS! Side note the lighting was not great, hence the yellow photos lol read more

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Line moves quick but expect a wait as it's been an anticipated opening and while it's been a while, the hype to enjoy is still there. Tables turn quick and the staff cleans and resets quickly to allow you to find a spot and not wait. Their meats and sides are amazing! Plenty to share so come hungry. read more

This is the Gold standard in Texas BBQ, Terry Black is an institution throughout the state. I know that Franklin BBQ is well known in Austin for making you wait in line but Terry is as good if not better without the wait. Their brisket is very good but their beef rib is amazing. Texas BBQ, if you know, you know. read more

The employees were so friendly and helpful. It was my first time and they walked you through the menu. It was ala cart. By the slice or bone for meat. We got 1 turkey 1 brisket and 2 bones to share. Plus Mac, green beans and tater salad too much food!! We also got a beer each. The total w tip was $80. Little steep for lunch. But I prob not eat dinner. My one complaint was the beer could've been colder. But the patio was nice the restaurant was clean and I'd highly recommend the place for the vibe. We even saw cowboys w spurs on. Delish. read more

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I had Brisket, Ribs, and Regukar Sausage. All were good. They do a really good job on the Ribs. As ll of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Nice, big, bright, and clean place. Inside and Patio setting. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Brisket - Ribs ' Sausage Creamed Corb - Slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

wrapped up my birthday weekend hoping to finally hit a barbecue spot that lived up to the hype -- after two underwhelming tries, we headed to Terry Black's Barbecue in Fort Worth. Though the Dallas location had way more reviews and nearly a perfect rating, we opted for Fort Worth for convenience. The smell walking in? Promising. The setup? Classic cafeteria-style with visible smokers and a wide range of sides (mac & cheese, orange rice, green beans, slaw, potato salad, etc.). Ordering was smooth, and the staff was helpful. We kept it light just in case -- we'd been burned before. The sliced brisket was melt-in-your-mouth perfect and passed the "jiggle test" like a champ. But the beef rib, priced at $80 for 2 lbs, was a letdown. While flavorful, it was about 60-70% fat and cartilage, which made it feel like poor value. We weren't the only ones -- the table behind us had the same issue. Jalapeño sausage was decent, with a spicier-than-expected kick, though not particularly juicy. The burnt ends we were given on the house were unfortunately dry -- no "meat candy" magic there. Sides were hit or miss: cream corn was nostalgic and tasty, but the green beans, coleslaw, and potato salad were forgettable. We skipped dessert -- our excitement had faded. Service stood out though -- our server was kind, attentive, and even offered us leftover bones for our dogs. Small gesture, big points. Would we return to this location? Probably not for the price. But we'd still give the Dallas location a chance next time to see if the quality is more consistent. Brisket saved the day, but at this price point, we expected more. read more

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My go to BBQ restaurant. I love everything but my favorite by far is the Turkey!!!!! It's some of the best smoked turkey I have ever had. The ribs and Brisket are amazing as well. You can't go wrong. Sharon and Clayton helped me today and they were amazing. read more

We are traveling visiting my daughter. This is their favorite BBQ. The place looks and smells incredible. Love the indoor seating but also the outdoor patio by the smokers is perfect. The staff opens doors for you and just says hi and very friendly. Onto the food, it is amazing, the Mac n cheese is spot on the cream corn was incredible. The jalapeño sausage was my favorite. We really enjoyed the brisket as well. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Brisket, cream corn, corn muffins, Mac n cheese jalapeno sausage, turkey, dirty rice - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

It's hard to replicate an original, especially with BBQ joints. But, the Ft Worth location is every bit as good as the original in Dallas - Deep Elem. read more

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This place is 100! We were looking for Texas BBQ and were sent to this place and we actually went twice - it's that good. The food was delicious! Meats and sides had so much flavor and tenderness. Lots of great variety as well. The vibe is really cool. They are working like a well oiled machine but don't skimp on the customer service or personalized touch. They offered suggestions and kindness. The service was overall great. A huge shout out to Driss who clearly takes pride in his job and was a joy to watch work - and also so nice! I will be fully recommending Terry's to anyone who will listen! read more

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All the food was amazing, we had a little of everything. The cornbread is a must and their mac and cheese is so good. Sharon, Kait and Bryan helped us and were super nice. read more

We came here for a work lunch a few months ago and very much enjoyed it. The location was easy to find. There wasn't much of a wait either, and the food was delicious! Shout out to the cashier Madison as well as Jesus, as they both did a great job! read more

Rating: 6/10 Date Last Visited: 9/21/2025 We ordered Brisket ($37/lb), Pork Ribs ($32/lb), Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage ($29), Cream Corn ($9.50), Mac and Cheese ($9.50), and Banana Pudding ($9.50). The brisket and pork ribs were pretty good - they were definitely not as juicy or tasty as the top BBQ places (Goldee's, Cattleack, etc), but they were still very pleasant to eat. The sausage was pretty dry and hard to eat, but the flavor was still alright. The mac and cheese wasn't very good, it lacked texture and cheese. The cream corn and banana pudding were both delicious though. For the price, I think this place is pretty overpriced. The banana pudding should not be $10, and the meat was too expensive for the taste. The restaurant had a nice BBQ vibe to it, but still doesn't justify the price. Overall, I would not recommend this place if you are looking for good TX BBQ as there's much better places in the area. However, if you want decent BBQ but don't want to wait in line, this is the place for you. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Brisket, Pork Ribs, Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage, Mac and Cheese, Cream Corn, Banana Pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Such good food at Terry Black's Barbecue. The atmosphere was fun and enjoyable. The service was quick. It was our first time and they assisted us with our questions. We got brisket which was so rich in taste. We also got a ribs, Mac and cheese, coleslaw, corn bread, rice and mini pecan pie. Each were delicious. Loved seeing the smokers being put to work right before walking in. read more

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Well, the great reviews are echoed by me. I was recommended to come to Terry Blacks via a coworker who lives in the Dallas area. He was not wrong. This is some of most tender and tasty brisket I've had in a long time. Too bad I live on the East Coast. Also, thanks to Kandis and Conner who served up a great meal. read more

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Let down by our usual today. We ordered pork ribs, brisket, and sausage. Everything was salty today including the rice. Saving grace are the corn and slaw which is why I give it 3. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Terry Black's in Fort Worth! This latest incursion into Fort Worth by the acclaimed Black family of course demanded a visit. For Fort Worth natives, Terry Black's is situated in a great spot on W 7th where the old Wendy's used to be. Despite parking being a perennial issue on this part of town, TB's does have a sizable amount compared to most businesses in this area, so that is a plus. Walking in from the parking lot, you can tell they put a tremendous amount of thought and planning into this location as, it really is a compound. They have a massive smoker area with 6 rows of massive pits on your right. On your left as you walk in, is a sizable outdoor patio that will be busy once warmer weather comes in. Inside, it is set up for efficiency. The front of the line is where you grab your sides and condiments first, then you go to the meats area where they take your final order and chop the meat up, serving it just a few minutes after you order and pay. Given that everything is by the pound, it makes for a simple and quick ordering process. We were very impressed with the flow and now that the boring stuff is out of the way, on to the meats! The Brisket: I ordered brisket from the flat and was greeted with some delicious slices of brisket. They had a great, peppery bark and the meat was extremely tender. Easily a top brisket in Fort Worth. The Ribs: I believe the ribs won the day for me here - they have a great salt and pepper rub, some light BBQ sauce for glaze, and they were fall off the bone good. I'd say these trimmed spare ribs are probably my favorite ribs in Fort Worth now. The Sausage: went with the original sausage, had a really nice look to the casing and the casing had a nice pop to it as well. Overall a solid sausage. The Sauce: they have several to choose from, I went with the mild mix. This sauce, I was a bit surprised to see more viscous than other sauces in Fort Worth - it's a thick tomato-based sauce and has some mild sweetness to it. In addition to the above, I also ordered some smoked turkey to bring home and it too delicious and probably some of the better smoked Turkey you'll find in Fort Worth as well, everything is great here. We were amazed that the whole process from pulling in to finishing our food on a Friday night was only 30 minutes. Of course this will slow down when the weather is nicer and they will start filling up their patio. Simply put, Terry Black's lives up to its reputation and if you have yet to try it in Fort Worth, then make a point of it as it is easily a top 4 here. The addition of TB's in Fort Worth just adds to the BBQ renaissance we are having here and provides good competition to Heim, Goldee's, and Panther City. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Part of the pit room - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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I'm was visiting from SC and we're serious about our BBQ (mostly whole hog). The ribs are the best I've ever had. Turkey was excellent and the sides were delicious . Especially the sweet corn. Service from Kandis and James was outstanding! Great atmosphere and with good country music. No better place to get good Texas BBQ! read more

Our 1st time here Nothing short of amazing Beef rib my wife said juicy and tender My daughter had pork ribs as did I very good with the sweet bbq sauce I also had potato salad and an order of coleslaw both were pretty good!! We will be back as it is a clean well ran operation At lunch time smooth as ca be read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - The pits - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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I've had BBQ before, wasn't a fan and I would honestly avoid it like the plague. I was here on Valentine's Day at noon and it was still busy, not as crazy busy as last weekend when we didn't get lucky making it since we had no luck with parking. There are no reservations or a waitlist on Yelp. It's on a first come first serve basis. For starters, you must order and have your food before you sit at a table. I highly recommend you look at the menu beforehand so you're ready. Once in line, you order your sides, for example, mac-n-cheese, potato salad, etc, and then you move on to choosing your meat (ribs, brisket, sausage, etc), you pay, and off you go to find a table to sit and eat. The ribs were so flavorful and such delicious goodness. I didn't even have to add extra sauce, it spoke volumes of how amazing the ribs were, that they were solid and didn't need seasonings or sauces. To me, it was perfect just the way it was. Its glaze was the bomb and the way the meat came off the bone was great. 10/5 The brisket pieces I had consisted of a lot of fat, so I wasn't a huge fan just based on the pieces I got. However, the few bits that were not fat with their sauces were pretty good. 4/5 The sausage was cooked just the way I like it and was savory on its own. No need to add anything. 5/5 The mac-n-cheese was good, definitely better than so many others I've had. 4.5/5 The potato salad was seasoned well and tasted good. 4.5/5 Their customer service was great, we had staff check up on us periodically while we were eating. The cozy homey ambiance, filled with lively chatter, further enhances the sense of hospitality and community within the restaurant. I am stoked we found this spot. It was a lovely Valentine's Day lunch. I will be coming back and bringing my peeps. Highly highly recommend this spot. Happy Yelping and SYOY. read more

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