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    True Texas BBQ

    3.5 (42 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Fast Food
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    The almost full beer.
    Juli S.

    Came in at 7:30 for a bite and a brew. Out of brisket, fryer turned off. Server had no joie de vivre--we felt like jerks for being there the way she interacted with us. Hours marked clearly to 9pm (see picture). She gave my fiancé a 3/4 pour after she poured out a 2/3 full pour because she couldn't figure out how to tilt to reduce the head. The pour before a sip is pictured. Mine was okay. Thank goodness the taps were still open and the glasses were clean. Seems a small miracle, considering. I'm thinking it's an epic ploy to make sure you are still hungry when you go grocery shopping (fatal error)--well played, H‑E‑B. Still love H‑E‑B!!!!!

    Byron S.

    The new HEB McKinney location opened last week and I had the chance today to stop by for BBQ. The wait wasn't long and the dining area has plenty of tables. There are several beers on tap and it's cold. I ordered the stuffed spud with turkey and it was great. I will be back in the near future if not to dine in or to take away. They have a drive thru as well. Make sure you stop by and give them a try. Enjoy!

    Chopped Brisket Nachos
    Leta B.

    I wouldn't go out of my way to visit TTB, but if you happen to want a quick bite before grocery shopping, it is conveniently located within HEB grocery store. Three of us came at lunchtime on a weekday. I ordered the special Banh Mi sandwich, but they were out of the bread. Sad. So, I had brisket nachos. They aren't bad, but didn't have any sort of salsa, chopped tomato component that would have made them much tastier. My hubby got sliced brisket, which a a bit dry. They do have sodas/ ice tea refill station, so if you are thirsty... that's a plus. For a fast-food BBQ place it was ok.

    Leah P.

    I love their BBQ but i think its on the expensive side. Ibalways order the bahn mi. Pros Taste great, fresh meat and customizable Cons Bread is super hard. They need to toast it.

    Absolutely the worst tasting BBQ Sandwich Ever!
    Chris S.

    This is the not True Texas BBQ! I ordered a large turkey sandwich and a 1/4lb of moist brisket. Put the brisket on top of the turkey for combo sandwich. The Turkey was supper dry and the brisket La lack flavor. Something was supper salty o think the turkey was it or the sauce. Either way stay away this is not good Texas BBQ. I guess I will go wait in line at Hutchins.

    Kristi N.

    Mckinney H‑E‑B is doing better bbq than frisco so far lol. They chopped it up properly, tender, it's well sauced. Not rough chopped & dry like frisco. I didn't think to take a pic before we started chowing down. The employees were very friendly too. :)

    Knitting while I wait in the drive through
    Natalia E.

    Love the BBQ and the service. We love the casual ambiance and family-friendly staff. My hubby and I have dined in once and ordered takeout, as well as driven through several times now since they opened. It had become one of our favorite BBQ places near us, 5 minutes door to door! The moist brisket and ribs are our favorite, as well as the El Heffe and El Jeffa sandwiches. But our new favorite is the amazing new Banh-Mi Brisket sandwich! Delicious, juicy & spicy, just like we like our food. Our favorite BBQ in town is Hutchins BBQ on east side downtown McKinney, but their prices have risen so much, we can only afford to go once a year as a family, and maybe another time just the two of us. True Texas BBQ is our very close 2nd favorite here, not even kidding. We appreciate the reasonable prices, but especially the delicious food that fills us up and keeps us coming back. So happy to have H-E-B and True Texas BBQ super close to us finally. We didn't know what all the fuss was about because so many people around us were talking up how amazing they are, but now that they're here, and we've been there and tried it for ourselves, we believe them.

    Onion Rings Regular Pulled Pork Sandwich Cole Slaw
    Faith M.

    Another AMAZING visit at True Texas BBQ! Service was very quick and partners were super friendly. Food is always 10/10 and would definitely recommend checking this place out!

    Brisket Nachos
    Cheryl C.

    I highly recommend True Texas BBQ McKinney. Their staff is very friendly, efficient and provides great service. Fatty Natural Brisket, Baked Potato and Brisket Nachos are my favorite. I tried their chicken tenders (naked) and fried okra for the first time and it did not disappoint! I also love their tea specially the Mango flavor. Their restaurant is clean and very convenient since it's inside HEB grocery. This is my go to BBQ restaurant. I've tried so many other BBQ restaurants in the area but True Texas BBQ is always on top of my list because of their food, pricing, service and location.

    This is the most delicious thing ever!!!! This place is amazing come by and try some!!!

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    Courteous service. BBQ is good. The sides are excellent. Especially the fries, Cowboy beans and the fried okra.

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    Second time trying it. Pricing is a bait and switch and they constantly "forget" to put complete order in bag. Too much frustration.

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    The food was extreamly good but it is very overpriced. The staff is nice. And it is a nice place to go after you are done shopping.

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    Tender Smokehouse - Frisco

    Tender Smokehouse - Frisco

    4.5
    (632 reviews)
    6.1 mi
    $$

    We come a lot, and every time the food was good. The servers are very nice and the breakfast is…read morevery good.

    This review is more about the manager here than the service because he turned what could have been…read morea disastrous never return experience into just a good story. I went with a friend of mine for breakfast around 1030. First time for breakfast here for both of us. I ordered a couple tacos and a pancake. My friend got the breakfast platter and a pancake. We were given a number, got our drinks and went to ta table. About 20 minutes in, no food. We were greeted by a very nice member of staff and talked with him for a bit. But when that was done we realized it had been about 35 minutes. No food. A waiter comes by and asked if we had the pancakes. We said yes. He told us they were out because a football team came in right before we did and ended up ordering like all they had for the day. You can't make this up. So I asked ok but where's the rest of our food? I'll check on it he said. So I leaned over to the table next to us and ask if they were still waiting on their food since they had been there a while also and they said yes did you also order the pancakes? Lol We laughed and said yeah but we should get the rest of our food no? they ended up leaving. About 10 minutes later another waiter comes and asked if the manager had spoken to us. Nope just a waiter. So he goes to get him. He comes back 5 minutes later cause the manager was helping to cook and would be with us soon. So we def in well over an hour now. Manager finally comes and is the most apologetic he could possibly be. Told us straight up our other food was never made and he would make it right now. And he would comp our meal. So that was already a really good turnaround. But when he brings the food out he also brought us a rack of pork ribs because the initial employee we talked to told him about us wanting to try the pork ribs another time and he just gave us some. Could really not have asked him to have done more to make up for everything. That alone will make me return to this location a lot. Food was fine but their courteousness and willingness to make the situation right and go beyond earned a customer for life.

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    Sweet potato with pulled pork. MASSIVE!
    Sweet potato with pulled pork. MASSIVE!
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    Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q

    Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q

    4.1
    (153 reviews)
    6.5 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    Here is the review with the burger worked in…read more --- I spent today at Brisket School at Vaqueros BBQ, and it was my Father's Day gift. The class was taught by the great Trey Sanchez. Let me start with the most important thing I can tell you. If you have never eaten at Vaqueros, you are missing out. Vaqueros and Hutchins are the two best BBQ joints in Collin County. But Vaqueros has a twist. Their barbecue is competition grade, and they also happen to run one of the Top 50 taco spots in the entire state. Do not take my word for it. Ask Texas Monthly. Want to know why the tacos are that good? It is the brisket. Trey uses every last ounce of it. The trimmings end up in the sausage, the burgers, the tacos, and the consomé de res. They go into the tallow too, and if you ever order the fries, you will understand. You will want more. His suadero tacos are something special, and that is just the beginning of the menu. Speaking of burgers, do not skip his. It is outstanding, and it is made with, if you guessed brisket, you would be right. So here is my advice. If you are thinking about wandering next door to Village Burger Bar, stop. Get a burger from Trey instead. His beef is ground fresh daily, and the pickles and the mustard are made in house. It is in a different league. Now the class itself. What Trey taught me about trimming a brisket, treating it like a steak, seasoning it, and wrapping it, those are lessons any wannabe pitmaster will cherish for life. And here is the part nobody warns you about. Trey is a phenomenal storyteller. He knows everyone in the Texas barbecue world, and his stories alone are worth the price of admission. Let us talk about the food. Do you love barbecue? Vaqueros has it. Brisket, ribs, turkey, and two kinds of sausage, and every one of them is excellent. The smoked pork carnitas are pure heaven. Looking for something a little different? Get the brisket nachos. They come loaded with chopped brisket, queso, beans, pico, and all the fixings. Fifteen dollars. You can feed a family of four with one order. They have beer, margaritas, and a bourbon lemonade that is genuinely fantastic. I will say it one more time. You are missing out if you have not been. Tell him Brian sent you.

    Arrived around 1:00 p.m. and were pleasantly surprised to find no line. Most of the tables inside…read morewere occupied, and there was an adjoining overflow dining area that didn't appear to be open--but it wasn't needed. We opted to sit outside despite the heat. Thankfully, there was plenty of shade from umbrellas, and it was a great spot for people-watching with lots of foot traffic passing by. Now for the important part--the BBQ. My son and I split the two-meat plate with brisket, pork ribs, mac and cheese, and beans. The brisket was legit--moist, flavorful, and with a nice bark, although I would have liked it a little crispier. The pork ribs were just okay; they were a bit on the dry side. That said, their BBQ sauce was excellent. I'm usually not one to sauce good ribs, but in this case it definitely elevated them. The mac and cheese was probably the biggest surprise. It was rich and gooey, topped with feta, chives, and shredded cheddar. Not a combination I would have expected--or ordered--but somehow it really worked. The only real disappointment was the beans. They arrived cold and were a bit bland, especially by Texas BBQ standards. Overall, it was a solid 4-star experience. The brisket alone is worth trying, and I'd definitely come back to work my way through more of the menu.

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    Menu, Hours, Decor, and one BBQ sauce
    Menu, Hours, Decor, and one BBQ sauce
    Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q
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    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

    3.8
    (458 reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    Perhaps not everything is bigger in Texas, but Rudys stuffed baked potato sure is! I am from…read moreMinnesota and there is nothing quite like Rudy's there, i.e. restaurant/store/gas station. Still, if we had not been getting carryout, it seemed like a pleasant place to sit down and eat, too. This is order at the counter service, and they were happy to explain things to this non-native. Everything was carefully packed to maintain temperature and avoid spills. I enjoyed the brisket with spicy sauce, though I have since heard some people really prefer the moist type, I think dry was right for me. I got a side of coleslaw so I could get my veggies in; it had a creamy yet not too heavy dressing. The stuffed potato was tasty, especially with all the recommended toppings, but it was the size of a small football! I had to put half of it in the fridge.

    First time here. Brisket is a NO. I got one good bite but the moment it starts to cool off, game…read moreover. Not juicy, tender, and really no flavor. The pulled pork was mediocre. My favorite part of the whole experience was the sausage (how do you mess that up?) and the potato salad. I think I'm just finding that it's better to smoke your own meats at home. Half the price and 100x better. Service also wasn't the best. Lady at the register was dead inside. I could tell this was the last place she wanted to be today. Side note: waving your hand in the air to call my attention when I am not looking your direction is no way of letting a line of people know you are ready to take their order. "Next guest, please!" goes a long way. Possibly why she was so irritated when I finally got to the counter.

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    They have breakfast tacos now
    They have breakfast tacos now
    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

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    Tu Bones BBQ

    Tu Bones BBQ

    4.2
    (29 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    The food at Tu Bones BBQ is ah-mazing!! I can only tell you about the oxtails, but from what I can…read moregather, the other main dishes are worth every penny!! They're only at the Frisco Fresh Market on weekends but I think they cater also. If you plan on visiting them at the farmers market, make sure you get there early. The line can get pretty long, especially on Sundays after noon. The staff is always warm and helpful. You cannot go wrong with anything that you choose on the menu. From the oxtails, to the collard greens or cabbage, the mac n cheese or dirty rice, everything is well seasoned and delicious. Whenever you go to Frisco on weekends, stop by the Frisco Fresh Market and give them a try.

    You know how after a place is established for several years, the quality goes down? Not this place!…read moreWatch out if you come after 3pm though. More often than not the best bbq has been sold out. This place is still finger licking good and if anything, has somehow become even more delicious. The flavor is incredible, the burnt tips will take you to heaven and the beans are a flavor explosion of happiness and magic. There's always a crazy line but don't be discouraged. You get your food pretty quick, in less than 15 minutes. I sound like a star struck fan but this place is that friggn good. My only complaint to the owners is, please please PLEASE open up more locations. Such phenomenal barbecue should be shared for the rest of us fatties.

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    Where the magic happens
    Where the magic happens
    Oxtails plate with baked beans and dirty rice.
    Oxtails plate with baked beans and dirty rice.
    3 Meat Plate - Pulled Pork, Brisket, & sausage

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