This was a pleasant find a little off I-10 and after eating I discovered that Texas 71 provided a nice angled return to I-10 going east. It's 4 lanes, not a lot of traffic and limited access as well. Nice low stress return to I-10 after a tasty lunch. The building obviously used to be a home and the inside just further confirms it. Lots of comfortable seating throughout. Parking is all around the building and much of it is in shade from several large trees on the property. It was lunchtime busy when we arrived but we got seated quickly and the service never faltered. The pimento cheese and sausage appetizer was so good. Picky eater got 2 plain chopped brisket tacos and enjoyed them. I got the brisket plate and was surprised to find sausage on there too. The slaw and beans for sides were good choices. Both were very tasty and definitely all their own recipe. We enjoyed it enough that we shall be hoping that lunchtime timing works out again when we are eastbound on I-10 in this area. read more

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While cruising back from a day trip nearby my partner and I got really hungry and of course was in the mood for some barbecue. We ran into a couple of signs on our way down the highway and The Back Porch BBQ peaked our interest so we stopped in. Parking and location was super easy to get to and navigate. This is a small town BBQ spot so I for sure was impressed with how many folks were inside dining and how many cars the lot could hold. It was a Saturday afternoon and everyone had tables full of delicious barbecue that we passed in front of as we got sat by the friendly staff. We loved the moist brisket sandwich, fall off the bone pork ribs, plus Later on we ordered 1lb of their jalapeno cheddar sausage to go and had it the very next day while back at home in Austin. The sausage was so juicy and succulent that we didn't regret having leftovers for even another meal - morning breakfast with egg - the next day. Portions were large and there was plenty of food to bring back home with us to enjoy later. Great and wonderful and attentive staff is what makes this spot even that more enjoyable. read more

The Back Porch BBQ - brisket plate with side of beans and potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - La Grange, Texas

There isn't a back porch! The front porch is dirty and has no tables just seats at a kind of rail. Nobody was there and looked unused for years. The food is good and service was great. But THERE IS NO PORCH! read more

The Back Porch BBQ - This is me in the main room. Rustic, smells great and friendly staff. - Barbeque Near Me - La Grange, Texas

We came here from a recommendation of a local. We had a great experience! The staff was very nice and attentive. There was a lot of space with a casual environment. The frickles are awesome! The 2 meat basket was perfect for us to split after eating all the frickles. The pulled pork and sausage were delicious. I highly recommend this place if in the area. We will definitely be back! read more

Came here randomly, we live right by and never seem to catch it when it's open. Me and my husband sat down on a Saturday afternoon not busy not crowded or anything. Nice and clean environment everything is wooden inside country feel. I ordered a baked potato and 3 ribs with creamy slaw. My husband ordered 2 meat plate brisket and sausage with okra and Mac and cheese I think. Super good I cannot wait to go back read more

The Back Porch BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - La Grange, Texas

You really should give the Back Porch a try. Great food, very comfortable atmosphere and fantastic service from Brandy. read more

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We have been wanting to try this barbecue place in La Grange for quite a while, so the last time we were in town, we went there for a late lunch. We were honestly a little disappointed because the food was average at best. It looked good and the portions were very generous, but most of the food was just not seasoned enough. The only thing we tasted that we said "this is really good" was the fried okra. It really was good. I got the sausage plate and the sausage and side salad were good, but not great. The sausage definitely needed to be topped with sauce, which was a little too runny for my taste. My friend got the pulled pork plate, potato salad, okra and added one rib on the side. Pretty much had the same reaction I did, just a little too bland. Especially when you're paying barbecue joint prices! Our waitress was very friendly but it seemed like the others were not. When they started bringing in the signs and turning off the TVs we thought maybe they had closed at 2 o'clock and that we needed to hurry. But when we asked they said that they close at 3 o'clock and I just can't help but wonder why they would not stay open for Saturday night! The area inside is nice and they have a small area outside also. By 2:45, the floors were swept, the TVs were off and you could tell these people were ready to leave. An older couple had come in at 2:40 and we could not believe that they told them that they were closed and they would have to leave. I've never been to a restaurant that wouldn't serve you before closing time or at least offer to fix your food to go. I felt bad for them. We really felt like they were pushing us out the door so we just got to go plates and left. I'm guessing we will not be back read more

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The service was superior plus and the entrees outstanding. I had the Porch Mix sandwich which consisted of chopped up sausage, brisket, and pulled pork. Sounds odd, but it worked worked really well. The mild smoke came through nicely and the bun that it was served on was sweet and very soft. I love their slightly hot sweet barbecue sauce. My daughter had a grilled cheese sandwich that was served on Texas toast and she had them add smoked sausage. That made it unique and wow. My wife had the brisket plate. It was served with perfectly smoked, tender and moist brisket and an overly gracious serving of very hot ochre. You can ask for lean or moist when ordering the brisket and even though she ordered the lead, it was still very tender moist It was a great find! read more

Food is standard and average at best. Service is good. Ambiance is mediocre. Very overpriced.

I had pork tacos, they were delicious...moist flavorful meat topped with zesty slaw. The service was great too! Highly recommend

Great food and super service! Stopped in while running around the areas with my wife. Unpretentious and excellent overall! read more

The Back Porch BBQ - Loaded baked potato with smoked turkey. - Barbeque Near Me - La Grange, Texas

I had the smoked chicken and husband the beef brisket. Both were excellent. The potato salad was great. I had the porch slaw, which is an oil based dressing. What I grew up with as German Cole slaw. It was good. read more

Service was great. Food was good. Place was busy but still got quick service and food.

They do a really good job. In my opinion when they're open if here is cold barbecues got good rings on it tasty the burgers are adequate. People are friendly when they're open people around here. Don't know when they're gonna be open. They open when they want to they close when they want to. They don't really keep regular hours. In my opinion. I drive by a different days different times no one's home. I have several friends around town too that feel the same way back porch is never open when you want them to be open. They open it when they want to. That's it. They stay open as long as they want to. I like the food. I just can't count on them being open when I have a hankering so I stopped trying to go. I drive right past now. I don't give it a second thought there are plenty of other places to get good barbecue. I go to Bastrop good barbecue in Bastrop that's my two cents. I wish they stayed open more than they do that's my observation. I don't even check to see if they're open anymore. I just make other plans. It's a shame really I really like to buy local support my community read more

Chose this place because of the reviews and it was our first time trying it. Was very disappointed. My husband got the pulled pork plate with side salad and their beans. I got the chicken plate with potatoe salad and dirty rice. His pulled pork was dry and the beans were ok. My chicken was a bit dry and the potatoe salad was store bought (or it seemed like) the dirty rice was not dirty rice. We were just passing through town so it definitely will not be a return trip. read more

I wish I could say I had a good experience here but I didnt. We arrived around 1249pm and while we were seated right away and for drinks an entire hour went by with no food. There was a party but folks who came in almost 40 minutes after us were served before us...at first appetizers then meals for people who had6nt waited like us. Other tables got multiple drink refills we got nothing. The server didn't even do the bill just handed us the machine to do it yourself. Now the food...I had the burger salad which was overcooked and salty so I couldn't eat most of it. My friends food was the baked potato which was just ok. Really disappointing experience read more

Seems a bit odd looking from the outside, but is actually really tasty! We stopped here on the way back from the Houston Taylor Swift concert and it did not disappoint! It seemed relatively empty which was a shame because this place tasted really good! The brisket was super moist and flavorful, and service was fast and friendly! Our waiter was so nice and helpful. We also got the specialty banana pudding and it was so freaking good. If you're ever near here, definitely go and try it out. The inside is actually really cute and brightly lit which is nice. There was some flies, but I think that had more to do with the door having trouble closing than anything. If we're ever in the area, I will for sure stop by again!! read more

The Back Porch BBQ - Brisket sandwich with fried okra. - Barbeque Near Me - La Grange, Texas

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‍ When we go to LakeWay Resort & Spa, we stop at: The Back Porch BBQ. The food is very delicious & on point every time. We see the same two waitresses there & the service is always quick. The two ladies are very nice too. The ambiance is cute-it reminds me of eating BBQ on my back porch. So if you are in LaGrange or passing through(like us), make sure you stop there. You won't be disappointed. #supportsmallbusiness read more

Our family along with my in-laws were passing through La Grange. We stopped here for lunch based on the good Yelp reviews. I got a burger. Others got BBQ and chicken tenders. My burger was awesome. Lots of flavor. Everyone also loved the fries. I tried bites of the pulled pork, sausage, and briquet. All were very good, and their BBQ sauce is good too. The wait staff were all friendly as well. Next time we pass through La Grange I'm sure we'll stop here again. I included a picture of my burger. One side note -- Our group is also very picky, especIally my mother-in-law. If everyone in our group says they like a place it's definitely a good restaurant. This place passed the mother-in-law test with flying colors!!!! :) read more

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The brisket here isn't too bad, but don't expect Black's, Southside or Snow's. The sausage was like something from a grocery store that was reheated. Very disappointing... read more

We stopped here on way from Rockport to Plano! We started with the Frickles (fried pickles), which were excellent. I had the brisket nachos and husband had the brisket baked potato. Everything was so fresh on the nachos, including the tortilla chips! read more

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Unassuming road stop location with excellent bbq ! So good ! Husband had the chopped brisket sandwich I had the brisket ! We had crispy tater tot's and shared the vinegar based coleslaw which was really good !! Service was quick and pleasant . Lots of locals stopping in to pick up . Would def stop in next trip ! read more

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Friendly staff. Prompt service. Vinegar slaw and potato salad were fresh and good. Brisket was good. Was not crazy about the bbq chicken--served as sliced chicken breast. Atmosphere was good as a bbq joint. read more

Good BBQ recently renovated inside which makes it a lot more open. Like the addition of the bar inside.

The food was really good and my husband loves their smash burgers. Service is always great.

Some friends and I decided to try this place after reading the reviews and someone from the Jersey Barn said we needed to go here too. So glad we did!! The food is delicious! I had the smash burger, my friend had loaded fries with I believe it was brisket, other friend had the back porch sandwich and my husband had the smash burger as well. They were delicious!! We all ate everything off our plates. Then to top it off we shared a banana pudding. I would definitely come back here! read more

I can't tell you how many times I have pulled up to this place only to go to the door and find it locked during the day. The times I have found it open they had no ribs and the beef was not fresh. I've had the burger which was pretty good. I keep thinking this place is someone's hobby because who can keep a place locked up more than open and still make a profit? There doesn't seem to be anyone in charge of managing the place and certainly not an owner. Before they open somebody should sweep off the front porch and clean up outside so you don't have to walk through leaves. Don't plan on coming here until you call to see if it's open. read more

Had the fried Pickles to start- batter had awesome taste, ranch was that homemade tasting kind! Service was quick and accurate! Had the smash burger- new on the menu- meat was cooked perfectly, juicy and sooo flavorful! Strongly recommend this little gem right off the hwy!! read more

Good food, fast service. The cheese fries were great and no complaints on the burger, either!

All I can say is excellent. Great little old house converted into a restaurant. Get here early as they run out of BBQ! Definitely will be back read more

What a joke, we came for BBQ, they had nothing at all 5:30 on a Friday evening, not one piece of BBQ. How in the world does a BBQ place run out of BBQ, it says on the plack best BBQ you have to be kidding. We ate off the menu, but will say, there's a gas station across the street, I would just go eat there! read more

Very impressed with this little dive! Great southern food, friendly environment with locals and tourists, very kid friendly and the staff was very considerate and quick! read more

The best BBQ I have ever had! Service is always amazing. Just wish they still had porch potatoes like before. I visit this area about twice a year, and this is always a stop to make. Worth the 5 hour drive for me! read more

Making our way from Houston to Wimberley - with stops at the nearby Rohan Meadery and Saddle Horn Winery - the Yell app directed our group to Back Porch BBQ. Great average star rating, nice food pics, and it's dog-friendly (we had two for babies in tow). It's order-at-counter service, with some beer and wine options too. I went for the one meat platter (opting for brisket, natch) and two sides. The green beans are canned, and know that the potato salad is really a twice baked potato salad. No complaints, just didn't expect that. Most of my brisket was dry, so I only consumed a third of it and gave the rest to my girlfriend to put on her salad. ...a salad that came with Fritos on top. Yup, that's Texas for ya! read more

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My boyfriend and I stopped into The Back Porch making our way back to Houston and did not regret it. We got here right after they opened but you could tell it picks up pretty quickly for locals and lunchtime. It's a small place but they have a good amount of seating. I was shocked to see negative comments about the portion size of the food! We both got a pulled pork sandwich and I got fried okra (which was delicious!). But the sandwich size was pretty dang big and there was no holding back on the side of okra or his fries. The pork was so tender and juicy. We both devoured it. My only negative is that we were stopping at winery close by right after and I couldn't bring my leftovers. read more

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Chopped Beef Sandwich and fried okra were delicious! The expanded dining room is great.

The chopped brisket sandwich was good and the staff was friendly. We enjoyed sitting outside. Wish they had more outdoor seating.

Stopped here on our road trip to Fredericksburg for dinner cause of the amazing reviews - small house converted into a restaurant! My bf got the 3 meat plate with brisket, ribs and sausage. He absolutely loved the BBQ sauce but the actual BBQ was lacking in seasoning and flavor. The brisket had no smoke ring and the BBQ did not taste smoked at all. It was just pretty bland to me. I got the burger and it was decent. I'd say the burger is definitely better than their BBQ selection. I got the bacon cheeseburger and it was slightly too well done for a medium burger - everything else was a-okay as expected. The curly fries that came with the burger though were fresh and crispy! If you're looking for a decent place on a road trip, stop in for a burger! But don't expect it to be the best meal you've ever had. read more

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Pit stop on the way from Houston to Austin in June 2012. Prices: decent for BBQ. Food: I got a half brisket, half pulled pork sandwich (not sure if it's on the menu but I asked for them to make me one b/c I wanted to try both meats but in smaller portions and they were happy to). The meat was flavorful albeit a bit dry, which was remedied with their delicious BBQ sauce and free sandwich fixin's. The bun was fresh, slightly sweet, and the perfect complement to the salty BBQ. I got a side of twice baked potato salad which really made this meal worth having - it was like a potato had been baked, topped with bacon, butter, and green onions then chopped up and scooped onto your plate. So delicious! Seating: spacious and homey. The whole restaurant is a renovated house with lots of rooms and a pretty clean bathroom from what I remember. Service: friendly and accommodating. Overall: Good BBQ (not the best, but not the worst) and a nice relaxing pit stop. read more

The Back Porch BBQ - Sandwich w/half brisket, half pulled pork. It wasn't on the menu at the time but the owners were kind enough to still make it! - Barbeque Near Me - La Grange, Texas

Great BBQ! Love the brisket sandwich, chicken tacos, and baked potato with brisket! Sides are awesome as well.