Texas BBQ

[thrillhammer 684]

9 minutes ago, ztejas said:

Coopers is where I'm going. Hoping to pony up to the bar. 

don't remember a bar, but wasn't looking for one at the time anyway.  bbq and bars reminds me of freedmen's.  that was the best if you wanted good quality of both. 

[futureman 22472]

40 minutes ago, ztejas said:

Coopers is where I'm going. Hoping to pony up to the bar. 

post money shots, plz.  and any creeper pics as well.  much obliged. 

[XYZ 2154]

20 hours ago, thrillhammer said:

don't remember a bar, but wasn't looking for one at the time anyway.  bbq and bars reminds me of freedmen's.  that was the best if you wanted good quality of both. 

“was”? Did it close?

[Deej 76818]

21 hours ago, thrillhammer said:

don't remember a bar, but wasn't looking for one at the time anyway.  bbq and bars reminds me of freedmen's.  that was the best if you wanted good quality of both. 

The bar takes up the entire front room when you walk in the door. You really weren't looking.

[thrillhammer 684]

1 hour ago, XYZ said:

“was”? Did it close?

yes, closed for good. 

[futureman 22472]

2 hours ago, Deej said:

The bar takes up the entire front room when you walk in the door. You really weren't looking.

yeah his statement threw me off.  maybe he was in a blackout. 

[NoName 16354]

On 4/20/2019 at 11:43 AM, ztejas said:

In Austin with nothing on the schedule today. Want to try somewhere I haven't been yet but also not interested in a line.

Places I've done: Franklin's, Lamberts, Stiles Switch, Black's

Thinking of either Micklethwait or Leroy Lewis.

Thoughts?

Valentinas is a little far btw. 

i know i am late, but LeRoy & Lewis is fantastic, as is Mickelthwait. i will and do always rec LeRoy & Lewis if the person likes to try some new stuff (don't do brisket every day) but those guys should 100% get way more pub than they do. 

Edited April 22, 2019 by NoName

[ChampKind 1314]

3 hours ago, NoName said:

i know i am late, but LeRoy & Lewis is fantastic, as is Mickelthwait. i will and do always rec LeRoy & Lewis if the person likes to try some new stuff (don't do brisket every day) but those guys should 100% get way more pub than they do. 

Evan has that beef cheek dialed in so well that he doesn't need to cook brisket every day. And he just made the top spot on the Texas Monthly Top 25 New and Improved list. If you are in Austin and haven't been to see him yet, you really should. Dude is a fantastic cook.

 

https://www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/top-25-new-barbecue-joints-texas/?fbclid=IwAR2cKe8Fbl3G8pZQmNDZpUymrczUtLt6sytGpJcsGbNlwoK1Xr7DV3ot_28

[Jerry Callo 8704]

LeRoy & Lewis is legit (the Texas Monthly list is alphabetical by city, thus the top spot).  If I was only ordering one meat, it would be the beef cheeks.  Brisket would be 3rd after the whole hog with cracklings.  

[NIUHuskies 504]

5 hours ago, ChampKind said:

Evan has that beef cheek dialed in so well that he doesn't need to cook brisket every day. And he just made the top spot on the Texas Monthly Top 25 New and Improved list. If you are in Austin and haven't been to see him yet, you really should. Dude is a fantastic cook.

 

https://www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/top-25-new-barbecue-joints-texas/?fbclid=IwAR2cKe8Fbl3G8pZQmNDZpUymrczUtLt6sytGpJcsGbNlwoK1Xr7DV3ot_28

From that list, Black Board BBQ in Sisterdale is legit. Their Texas Tater Chips are delicious. I had the St. Louis Ribs. The meat had no tug off the bone. If you are going to Lucknebach or Fredericksburg, take a side trip to Sisterdale.

[Patricio Swayze 17058]

I see Brett’s Backyard BBQ is on that list, I had been meaning to head to rockdale and check it out for a few months now. Anyone been by?

[ztejas 43467]

Cooper's downtown Austin

Not a damn thing wrong with any of it. They were out of pork ribs but the bark on the beef rib was prob the best thing on the plate.

Wasnt going to get any sides but I'm a sucker for greens stewed alongside pork products.

Def a cool spot and yes they do have a full bar but you have to go through the line to get your food before you sit down.

They will be docked points for having ketchup and mustard on the table, but gain points for the complementary pinto beans set up in a huge self serve pot. 

Also not a fan of their au jus style sauce. If I'm going to sauce up a foldover I prefer a sauce that's a little thicker.

Edited April 22, 2019 by ztejas

[Kyrie Eleison 9312]

Waco had 2 make the list, both of which are within a mile of my office.  Guess always nails it, and Helberg's pastrami beef cheeks mentioned in the article are fucking legit.

[Patricio Swayze 17058]

Oh hell yeah, Willow will be the pitmaster at a new brick and mortar bbq joint in Houston.

[DougO 5250]

Just got word from a friend of this Helberg bbq joint outside of waco. I will have to make a trip soon. The tortilla looks awesome!

 

From their fecebook photos:

 

[DougO 5250]

I stopped at Coach's in McGregor a couple of weeks ago. FIrst time I've been there in a few years, when it seemed to go downhill a bit. I was very pleased with the ribs they served me, which were baby backs. The brisket tasted good but was cut wrong and didn't really seem like brisket, very white lean meat (though I asked for something on the fatty side). They have a really tasty combination of rub and smoke, great bark.

 

If you ever get stuck out that way it's definitely worth a stop.

I must have driven right by that Helberg place on the way to the lake but never noticed it.

Edited April 22, 2019 by DougO

[ChampKind 1314]

Oh hell yeah, Willow will be the pitmaster at a new brick and mortar bbq joint in Houston.

In EaDo. Four blocks from my current location.

[Patricio Swayze 17058]

In EaDo. Four blocks from my current location.

Hmmm. I’m conflicted.

[Both Tacos 1806]

Texas Monthly's Top 25 New BBQ Joints in Texas
https://www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/top-25-new-barbecue-joints-texas/

Smoke Sessions BBQ that I've talked about previously was 1 of 2 NBA joints in North Texas to make the list.

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[Braff Zacklin 13616]

4 hours ago, Patricio Swayze said:

Hmmm. I’m conflicted.

Follow the Big Red.

[Both Tacos 1806]

Texas Monthly's Top 25 New BBQ Joints in Texas
https://www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/top-25-new-barbecue-joints-texas/

Smoke Sessions BBQ that I've talked about previously was 1 of 2 NBA joints in North Texas to make the list.

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Damn auto correct. BBQ not NBA.

I was trying to figure out where in Ft. Worth that Panther City BBQ is located and noticed just down the block the Jesus also has a BBQ joint. You know you have some good BBQ when it is better than what Jesus makes.
Going to have to try them out as I've been hearing they put out some good stuff.

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[NoName 16354]

20 hours ago, ChampKind said:

Evan has that beef cheek dialed in so well that he doesn't need to cook brisket every day. And he just made the top spot on the Texas Monthly Top 25 New and Improved list. If you are in Austin and haven't been to see him yet, you really should. Dude is a fantastic cook.

 

https://www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/top-25-new-barbecue-joints-texas/?fbclid=IwAR2cKe8Fbl3G8pZQmNDZpUymrczUtLt6sytGpJcsGbNlwoK1Xr7DV3ot_28

100% agree with this, that beef cheek was seriously fantastic. i would recommend it to anyone!

14 hours ago, NIUHuskies said:

From that list, Black Board BBQ in Sisterdale is legit. Their Texas Tater Chips are delicious. I had the St. Louis Ribs. The meat had no tug off the bone. If you are going to Lucknebach or Fredericksburg, take a side trip to Sisterdale.

I had a subpar experience there but it was just a couple of months after they opened and it looks like I may have just hit them on a bad afternoon...it's 100% on my list of places to hit up this summer!

Edited April 23, 2019 by NoName

[Kyrie Eleison 9312]

16 hours ago, DougO said:

I stopped at Coach's in McGregor a couple of weeks ago. FIrst time I've been there in a few years, when it seemed to go downhill a bit. I was very pleased with the ribs they served me, which were baby backs. The brisket tasted good but was cut wrong and didn't really seem like brisket, very white lean meat (though I asked for something on the fatty side). They have a really tasty combination of rub and smoke, great bark.

 

If you ever get stuck out that way it's definitely worth a stop.

I must have driven right by that Helberg place on the way to the lake but never noticed it.

not a fan of Coach's...too many iterations instead of taking the time to perfect their craft.

the Helberg i hit is on Austin and 23rd, their truck in front of Pinewood Coffee.  their store is located past twin bridges going toward Meridian, right past the 4-way stop between China Spring and Crawford.  so you wouldn't pass it coming through Waco toward the lake.

i'm hitting that pastrami beef cheek for lunch today tho...

btw, Helberg has full racks of spares for $25.00/rack on Mondays...halfs for $12.00.  deal of the century...get you some of this...

Edited April 23, 2019 by Kyrie Eleison

[DougO 5250]

2 hours ago, Kyrie Eleison said:

 

the Helberg i hit is on Austin and 23rd, their truck in front of Pinewood Coffee.  their store is located past twin bridges going toward Meridian, right past the 4-way stop between China Spring and Crawford.  so you wouldn't pass it coming through Waco toward the lake.

 

 

Yeah, that's exactly where I was, through Crawford. I was going to the far reaches of the lake towards the wetlands.

[DougO 5250]

How long does the Helberg truck on Austin usually stay open?

[Kyrie Eleison 9312]

dunno...i've seen them do a dinner set-up though when we went for coffee and wine at Pinewood, but have no idea if that's their norm.  you're safe for lunch most days, but Wednesday's through Saturdays for sure.

[RMac5 1551]

On 4/22/2019 at 3:13 PM, Kyrie Eleison said:

Waco had 2 make the list, both of which are within a mile of my office.  Guess always nails it, and Helberg's pastrami beef cheeks mentioned in the article are fucking legit.

Will try to have lunch at Helberg’s tomorrow, I eat at Guess almost weekly, his lean brisket is incredible. 

[Neonmoon 38129]

Why does LeRoy and Lewis get so much hype when they only cook brisket once a week?

[Patricio Swayze 17058]

Why does LeRoy and Lewis get so much hype when they only cook brisket once a week?

I am guessing it’s because people enjoy their other smoked meats and food? Not sure though. Just a wild guess.

[Ollie Slatt 289]

Because you don't miss the brisket when they are serving beef cheeks.  Also, when they do serve brisket, its fantastic.  

[RollLeft 5045]

I owed a buddy a dinner and tonight was the night.  I head to his place to pick up him and his girl.  On my way he texts that she was craving BBQ and was set on it.  I said great.  He then texted she was set on Spring Creek.  Did I mention it was my turn to pay.  All i could think of was how many times i have posted to others "Get better friends".  FML.

[Kyrie Eleison 9312]

Will try to have lunch at Helberg’s tomorrow, I eat at Guess almost weekly, his lean brisket is incredible. 

if my meet up with my lady friend for a bowl of pho at Cajun Craft falls through, there’s a high likelihood i’ll be there as well.

[Surly Bevo 25008]

6 minutes ago, RollLeft said:

I owed a buddy a dinner and tonight was the night.  I head to his place to pick up him and his girl.  On my way he texts that she was craving BBQ and was set on it.  I said great.  He then texted she was set on Spring Creek.  Did I mention it was my turn to pay.  All i could think of was how many times i have posted to others "Get better friends".  FML.

You should have gotten in a car wreck on the way to his place...

[billfromlaketravis 11510]

Typical wait time at Blood Bros in Bellaire? What should I order? 

Before anybody asks, yes I've eaten at Buck's BBQ in Eado. 

[Patricio Swayze 17058]

Typical wait time at Blood Bros in Bellaire? What should I order? 
Before anybody asks, yes I've eaten at Buck's BBQ in Eado. 

I have only been once and it was before they got the triple shot of recent press. We got there just after 11 on a Thursday and only had a few people in front of us. Not sure how it is now nor on a weekend.

[CooterBrown 18014]

btw, Helberg has full racks of spares for $25.00/rack on Mondays...halfs for $12.00.  deal of the century...

Can I order two halves and save a dollar?

[CTXMustang 518]

Why does LeRoy and Lewis get so much hype when they only cook brisket once a week?

If Snow’s can make the number 1 spot being opened 1 day a week then Leroy and Lewis deserve to be in discussion because everything they make is next level.


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[CTXMustang 518]

Don’t know if it’s been mentioned but Mum Foods Pastrami, Beef Rib, and Sausage at the Mueller, Lakeline, and Barton Creek farmers market on Saturday & Sundays have been legit. They just opened a delicatessen at the old Eastside Cafe on Manor Road. No BBQ there for now but you can get it at the farmer’s markets. Daniel Vaughn wrote an article about their pastrami. Give it a go if you haven’t yet!

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/mum-foods-pastrami/amp/

[NoName 16354]

 

12 hours ago, Neonmoon said:

Why does LeRoy and Lewis get so much hype when they only cook brisket once a week?

The Beef Cheek is as good as brisket just about anywhere else. Not even kidding.

Pulled Whole Hog, Barbacoa, Sausage is all excellent

Sides are non traditional but still extraordinary (#NewSchoolBBQ)

I was with you on not getting it until I went for the first time. Those Beef Cheeks are amazing.

[RMac5 1551]

Hoping this rain doesn’t screw up the bbq plans at Helberg’s, it’s been pouring hard here in Salado. From the radar it looks Waco is getting the same.

[ChampKind 1314]

2 hours ago, NoName said:

 

The Beef Cheek is as good as brisket just about anywhere else. Not even kidding.

Pulled Whole Hog, Barbacoa, Sausage is all excellent

Sides are non traditional but still extraordinary (#NewSchoolBBQ)

I was with you on not getting it until I went for the first time. Those Beef Cheeks are amazing.

Listen to this guy, he's pre-med.

In a market that is very near peak saturation, everyone is looking for a way to differentiate their brand. Evan has found a way. His beef cheek is one of the very best bites of barbeque I've ever had. His brisket is finominal too, but everyone cooks brisket. Not everyone cooks beef cheek. And NOBODY cooks its as well as Evan does. It's that good. His sides and his dish presentation are very chef-ey, but it all fits together in a cohesive manner.

[NoName 16354]

3 hours ago, ChampKind said:

Listen to this guy, he's pre-med.

In a market that is very near peak saturation, everyone is looking for a way to differentiate their brand. Evan has found a way. His beef cheek is one of the very best bites of barbeque I've ever had. His brisket is finominal too, but everyone cooks brisket. Not everyone cooks beef cheek. And NOBODY cooks its as well as Evan does. It's that good. His sides and his dish presentation are very chef-ey, but it all fits together in a cohesive manner.

I don't remember where I read it @ChampKind (maybe here? maybe from you?) but somewhere I read that one of the reasons beef cheek wasn't everywhere is that it can be hard to source good ones?

either way, if you want both brisket and beef cheeks just go on Saturday. otherwise, go and marvel how a place that is that damn good doesn't have a crazy line. plus the location is cool and there are other food truck options for people who don't want BBQ. it is fantastic. 

my only complaint is that when I am driving through South Austin is is generally before 11 when they open.

Seriously though, it is fantastic. 

Now if only I could find a way to convince them to move to Fredericksburg. *sigh*

[UTCzech III 2907]

New place opening up in Taylor next month (supposedly, guy's been working on the place for over a year...).  Will have to give it a go.

https://buckalewsbbq.com/

[ChampKind 1314]

So they’re independently wealthy and just doing it for a hobby, eh?

Just me, but I’d prob put pics of my product on my website

[Braff Zacklin 13616]

3 hours ago, ChampKind said:

Just me, but I’d prob put pics of my product on my website

There's a background image, but I can't tell if that's brisket or Hope Solo.

[The University 851]

16 minutes ago, Braff Zacklin said:

There's a background image, but I can't tell if that's brisket or Hope Solo.

[DoobieWah 1446]

Seems reasonably priced if it's any good. 

(Not a great photo tho'.)

[UTCzech III 2907]

Yeah.  Don't know these guys from Adam, but just happy to have another bbq joint here in town.  Especially with those hours, will be curious to see what the quality is like at 7pm when I'm rolling into town from work, but I'll give it a shot.  Just ain't got the pocket book for Louie Mueller's, I'm a Vencil Mares man myself.

[ChampKind 1314]

Seems reasonably priced if it's any good. 
(Not a great photo tho'.)

They’re giving that food away at those prices. Hence my earlier comment

[Trey3216 15347]

On 4/22/2019 at 4:15 PM, DougO said:

I stopped at Coach's in McGregor a couple of weeks ago. FIrst time I've been there in a few years, when it seemed to go downhill a bit. I was very pleased with the ribs they served me, which were baby backs. The brisket tasted good but was cut wrong and didn't really seem like brisket, very white lean meat (though I asked for something on the fatty side). They have a really tasty combination of rub and smoke, great bark.

 

If you ever get stuck out that way it's definitely worth a stop.

I must have driven right by that Helberg place on the way to the lake but never noticed it.

Helberg’s location on HWy 6 isn’t up and running yet I don’t think.   They’re remodeling it right now.   Gotta go by the truck for now