Texas BBQ

[Frank Drebin 5,635]

On 5/17/2024 at 7:38 AM, billfromlaketravis said:

Their boudin is very legitimate. For $8 it’s like rounding up for hunger at most modern bbq joints.

I will have to dock you for the Lone Star Light. Their bartender is a trip. 

Mike is a great guy.  He started carrying Lone Star Light years ago because I asked him to during my drinking days.  Now it's probably the top seller on Thursday $2 beer day. 

Goode Company restaurants are really good outside of their BBQ restaurants.  Their BBQ is disgusting.

[pch 1,259]

On 5/27/2024 at 5:06 PM, The Ace of Aces said:

Hard not to root for the Goldees guys  

 

 

I miss the days when you could show up at 10:45 and be fourth in line for the 11am opening.  Same thing that happened when Aaron Franklin was named #1.  But still love the quality and experience at both of these places enough to frequent them.

[LCHorn 2,589]

I don’t know how anyone “frequents” Franklins unless they are retired…

[Pablo 494]

Two BBQ Reports from recent travels

The Pit Room - Houston Richmond location

Wagyu Beef Rib was out-fucking-standing.  It outclassed everything else on the plate. 

Brisket was not good, jalapeno-cheddar sausage felt like it needed more time on the smoker and the

Pork ribs were better than the brisket and sausage, but it was a different cut than most places so less juicy rib meat.

Would definitely eat that Beef Rib again, but I'd pass on everything else.  Very disappointed.

Stiles Switch - Austin

Fatty Brisket - good bark, very juicy, could easily pull it apart and was pretty damn good.  

Jalapeno Cheddar sausage - good snap on the sausage, but overall I'd say it was average

Turkey - pretty juicy for a turkey breast, not too much rub so not whole lot of flavor

Pork Ribs - outstanding, only ribs I've had better were Barb's and Pinkerton's (most favorite pork rib)

Beans were terrible; mac-n-cheese was better than average

Wanted to try Interstellar this time, but Stiles Switch was much closer. 

Planning another trip to Barb's in two weeks, hope to be in line early enough to try the lamb chops.

 

 

[pch 1,259]

5 minutes ago, LCHorn said:

I don’t know how anyone “frequents” Franklins unless they are retired…

I am and when in Austin, I do.  But also enjoy Interstellar.

 

[Party_Taco 3,689]

Just like in Anastasis’ house, Mum Fucks…

[Jerry Callo 8,673]

Noticed today that Louis Mueller has added a dinner service.  Open until 7:30 Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.  

Not the type of establishment that is going to go under by adding a dinner service, but I'm always concerned about how a barbecue joint repurposes the end-of-day leftovers.  I have no problem with a chopped beef sandwich made with yesterday's brisket, but don't serve me day old sliced brisket, pork ribs, etc.  

[tx 3 putt 76,573]

2 hours ago, Party_Taco said:

Just like in Anastasis’ house, Mum Fucks…

 

those sides 😍😍😍

[tx 3 putt 76,573]

19 hours ago, LCHorn said:

I don’t know how anyone “frequents” Franklins unless they are retired…

back in his trailer days, you’d see half of shaggy bevo there on any given day for lunch 

it was crazy. Has many lunches there with great people 

[tx 3 putt 76,573]

20 hours ago, Pablo said:

Two BBQ Reports from recent travels

The Pit Room - Houston Richmond location

Wagyu Beef Rib was out-fucking-standing.  It outclassed everything else on the plate. 

Brisket was not good, jalapeno-cheddar sausage felt like it needed more time on the smoker and the

Pork ribs were better than the brisket and sausage, but it was a different cut than most places so less juicy rib meat.

Would definitely eat that Beef Rib again, but I'd pass on everything else.  Very disappointed.

Stiles Switch - Austin

Fatty Brisket - good bark, very juicy, could easily pull it apart and was pretty damn good.  

Jalapeno Cheddar sausage - good snap on the sausage, but overall I'd say it was average

Turkey - pretty juicy for a turkey breast, not too much rub so not whole lot of flavor

Pork Ribs - outstanding, only ribs I've had better were Barb's and Pinkerton's (most favorite pork rib)

Beans were terrible; mac-n-cheese was better than average

Wanted to try Interstellar this time, but Stiles Switch was much closer. 

Planning another trip to Barb's in two weeks, hope to be in line early enough to try the lamb chops.

 

 

 

pit room’s beef rib and chicken tacos are top notch. Great sides 

[tx 3 putt 76,573]

16 minutes ago, Jerry Callo said:

Noticed today that Louis Mueller has added a dinner service.  Open until 7:30 Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.  

Not the type of establishment that is going to go under by adding a dinner service, but I'm always concerned about how a barbecue joint repurposes the end-of-day leftovers.  I have no problem with a chopped beef sandwich made with yesterday's brisket, but don't serve me day old sliced brisket, pork ribs, etc.  

 

new pit room dinner service is non bbq items. Smart move, family grub menu. Bring the kids 

[LCHorn 2,589]

14 minutes ago, tx 3 putt said:

back in his trailer days, you’d see half of shaggy bevo there on any given day for lunch 

it was crazy. Has many lunches there with great people 

Oh, no doubt we are at least owed a thanks in the meat smoking manifesto.  

[Anastasis 23,404]

2 hours ago, Party_Taco said:

Just like in Anastasis’ house, Mum Fucks…

 

That's a nice salet. I think I am going to make somethign similar to go with the beef ribs sitting on the smoker right now. 

Edited May 29 by Anastasis

[Jerry Callo 8,673]

43 minutes ago, tx 3 putt said:

 

new pit room dinner service is non bbq items. Smart move, family grub menu. Bring the kids 

That's good to hear.  I just saw a sign when I was driving by.

[Party_Taco 3,689]

 
those sides

They brought me a side of hot sauce that I dabbed on individual bites of shells… superb!

[billfromlaketravis 11,377]

Any good spots near Silsbee? 

[GreenspointTexas 9,568]

11 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said:

Any good spots near Silsbee? 

1701 and Redbird, but those are 20-30 min away

[NoName 16,340]

went to Sunbird last weekend

brisket taco on the left, 903 green sauce above it, mel man (IYKYK) and their special of the day - the tex mex boudin ball

also got a lb of fatty to go and their street corn with brisket. both of which were amazing as leftovers

genuinely happy to see Bryan and co doing so extremely well there. it's absolutely the best BBQ in (actual) East Texas. couldn't be happier for them after the last 2 years the have had.

[C-Man 27,122]

Anybody been to Goldee's lately? Thinking of making a run over with a group of buddies and trying to figure out our timing, likely for a Saturday.

[futureman 22,434]

On 5/29/2024 at 1:51 PM, tx 3 putt said:

many lunches there with great people 

you’re talking about surly people?

[tx 3 putt 76,573]

15 minutes ago, futureman said:

you’re talking about surly people?

shaggy bevo royalty 

[futureman 22,434]

my point stands. 

[billfromlaketravis 11,377]

On 5/30/2024 at 8:47 AM, GreenspointTexas said:

1701 and Redbird, but those are 20-30 min away

Went to Redbird because 1701 closes at 2. They were out of almost everything, but a decent chopped brisket sandwich. Terrific turkey. 
 

The staff was very kind. We told we were in town to pick up puppies, and they gave us about a pound of brisket trimmings.

[Mittens 8,196]

[Jerry Callo 8,673]

4 hours ago, Mittens said:

That's too bad.   It's a big space and they really didn't have enough notariety or signage to get people to stop just driving down I-35.

[BurntOrange&White 39,817]

6 minutes ago, Jerry Callo said:

That's too bad.   It's a big space and they really didn't have enough notariety or signage to get people to stop just driving down I-35.

I think it may have to do with getting an insane offer, their location is prime prime real estate. He mentions new location as well. I don’t blame him for selling the land if that’s the case and it’s better than inviting some investor in that ruins your place and takes it from you as we’ve seen multiple times 

Edited June 1 by BurntOrange&White

[Jerry Callo 8,673]

Just now, BurntOrange&White said:

I think it may have to do with getting an insane offer, their location is prime prime real estate 

Absolutely.  They mentioned moving out of that space a few months ago.   I just hope they get another spot.   They have the best barbecue between Austin and San Antonio. 

[BurntOrange&White 39,817]

7 minutes ago, Jerry Callo said:

Absolutely.  They mentioned moving out of that space a few months ago.   I just hope they get another spot.   They have the best barbecue between Austin and San Antonio. 

Definitely. It was my favorite spot in new Braunfels or San Marcos. 

[futureman 22,434]

Tootsie still kicking around. 

[Mittens 8,196]

re: Hays County BBQ

I think they were overwhelmed w/ what it takes to run an operation of that size.  They've mentioned downsizing and having more time for family.

[Party_Taco 3,689]

So are we thinking this is gonna be better or worse than Big O’s? Never stepped foot in the place given reviews…

[jimmyjazz 45,621]

I literally laughed at that new sign the other day when I dropped into Pinthouse for a beer.  Yeah, that's a hard pass from me, (bird) dawg.

[Trey3216 15,325]

If for no other reason to stop by Helberg on your next trip through Waco, here is one.  Dude is a helluva pitmaster, and one helluva person as well.  Di Campli's is an outstanding restaurant as well.   

 

https://www.kwtx.com/2024/06/04/owner-helberg-barbecue-steps-up-help-dicamplis-italian-ristorante-after-power-outage-hurt-business-ruined-food/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR35FfXW2uGtCDRD2IJ1vQM8J8RQUZwRFxE2UUhb_IICZWSZ33M8nzenPeY_aem_ATIODFvQSPuvvdOWMACv9kXiX7kpai3G0Pzrl8qtTeEEIAjg0My6d4toGpvPFmDDz3eLSntgu5PrQtpH0GU9bAJO

[dmtx 159]

On 5/31/2024 at 11:26 AM, C-Man said:

Anybody been to Goldee's lately? Thinking of making a run over with a group of buddies and trying to figure out our timing, likely for a Saturday.

Not in a few months. I'm still reading that it's best to arrive by 845 to eat by noon. 

[C-Man 27,122]

2 hours ago, Trey3216 said:

If for no other reason to stop by Helberg on your next trip through Waco, here is one.  Dude is a helluva pitmaster, and one helluva person as well.  Di Campli's is an outstanding restaurant as well.   

 

https://www.kwtx.com/2024/06/04/owner-helberg-barbecue-steps-up-help-dicamplis-italian-ristorante-after-power-outage-hurt-business-ruined-food/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR35FfXW2uGtCDRD2IJ1vQM8J8RQUZwRFxE2UUhb_IICZWSZ33M8nzenPeY_aem_ATIODFvQSPuvvdOWMACv9kXiX7kpai3G0Pzrl8qtTeEEIAjg0My6d4toGpvPFmDDz3eLSntgu5PrQtpH0GU9bAJO

And if you go to Helberg, DO NOT -- and I repeat DO NOT -- skip the smoked chicken. It's fucking fantastic.

[Trey3216 15,325]

26 minutes ago, C-Man said:

And if you go to Helberg, DO NOT -- and I repeat DO NOT -- skip the smoked chicken. It's fucking fantastic.

It’s some of the best chicken, of any varietal, that I’ve ever eaten.   

[futureman 22,434]

chicken?

[billfromlaketravis 11,377]

On 5/28/2024 at 5:50 PM, Pablo said:

Two BBQ Reports from recent travels

The Pit Room - Houston Richmond location

Wagyu Beef Rib was out-fucking-standing.  It outclassed everything else on the plate. 

Brisket was not good, jalapeno-cheddar sausage felt like it needed more time on the smoker and the

Pork ribs were better than the brisket and sausage, but it was a different cut than most places so less juicy rib meat.

Would definitely eat that Beef Rib again, but I'd pass on everything else.  Very disappointed.

Stiles Switch - Austin

Fatty Brisket - good bark, very juicy, could easily pull it apart and was pretty damn good.  

Jalapeno Cheddar sausage - good snap on the sausage, but overall I'd say it was average

Turkey - pretty juicy for a turkey breast, not too much rub so not whole lot of flavor

Pork Ribs - outstanding, only ribs I've had better were Barb's and Pinkerton's (most favorite pork rib)

Beans were terrible; mac-n-cheese was better than average

Wanted to try Interstellar this time, but Stiles Switch was much closer. 

Planning another trip to Barb's in two weeks, hope to be in line early enough to try the lamb chops.

 

 

Wagyu beef rib was what, $90 a pound?

[deft 6,806]

chicken?

It’s the other white meat

[Pablo 494]

13 hours ago, billfromlaketravis said:

Wagyu beef rib was what, $90 a pound?

I think the rib came in around $65 or so.  just checked on site and it shows $32 per lb.

[CatManDo 205]

On 4/13/2024 at 7:50 PM, gofuckyourself said:

B-Daddy's Barbecue in Helotes.

Brisket good to quite good. Green beans damn good. Mac and cheese and pintos good.

Brisket grilled cheese sammich slammed. Highly recommend.

Had lunch at B-Daddy’s in Helotes today, the brisket, potato salad, and slaw were all really good.

[tx 3 putt 76,573]

This is all so bad ass ….

 

https://www.dailynews.com/2024/02/13/foo-fighters-dave-grohl-barbecued-for-the-homeless-during-the-super-bowl/amp/
 

https://www.bonappetit.com/story/dave-grohl-backbeat-bbq

 

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2023-02-28/dave-grohl-barbecue-feeds-450-homeless

[Wiler77 1,558]

Exhibit #1736 why that dude is a fucking treasure

[tx 3 putt 76,573]

1 hour ago, Wiler77 said:

Exhibit #1736 why that dude is a fucking treasure

he could easily tell an assistant, send a caterer to the homeless shelter for Super Bowl

and everyone would be praising him

 

 

[Mack Tripper 696]

On 5/14/2024 at 8:58 AM, Tylerocks said:

It was a sad state of affairs back in the day, but Goode Co. was better than anything else in town.  I grew up on the west side of town and we would occasionally make it out to Dozier;s in Fulshear, but Goode Co was a few notches above the normal spots like Demeris or fucking Luther's 

 

Glad times have changed for all cities.  That Austin list is sad too.

Don't forget Otto's on Memorial!

[jimmyjazz 45,621]

I love the near certain fact that Grohl could get into a deep obsessive argument with dozens of surlies about the best techniques for smoking meat and everyone would forget his fame in about 5 minutes.

Dude needs to post here.

[Party_Taco 3,689]

He would often cook down the street from my sister (Dave’s mom lived 3 houses down) in the Sportsman’s Lodge parking lot. It was supposedly spectacular and I’m sad I missed it!

[Victor Lazlo 1,773]

51 minutes ago, Mack Tripper said:

Don't forget Otto's on Memorial!

Damn, I’d forgotten about Otto’s. I lived a few blocks from there around 1990.

Supposed to have been one of George HW Bush’s favorites.

Tried it once, never went back.

[Trey3216 15,325]

On 6/5/2024 at 8:30 PM, futureman said:

chicken?

THey smoke the chicken and then when you order it, they flash fry it to crisp up the skin.  It's absolutely fantastic  

[Jerry Callo 8,673]

THey smoke the chicken and then when you order it, they flash fry it to crisp up the skin.  It's absolutely fantastic  

That's what Stiles Switch does with buffalo wings.  They are some of the best buffalo wings I've had.