Top 24 BBQ restaurants in Houston

Houston is a vibrant city known for its culinary scene, and BBQ restaurants in Houston are no exception. These establishments offer a wide variety of smoked meats, from classic Texas-style brisket to flavorful sausages and ribs. With a rich blend of traditional and contemporary techniques, BBQ restaurants in Houston continue to attract food enthusiasts seeking authentic and delicious BBQ experiences.

1. The Pit Room

Offers a range of unique smoked meats, including turkey, lamb, and sausages

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  • Asian Cuisine
  • Dinner
  • Mid-Range

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2. Truth BBQ

Family-owned and operated, serving the Houston community since 2015

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  • Cuisines
  • Location
  • Dinner

3. Roegels Barbecue Co

Family-owned business since 2011, Slow-smoked meats over Post Oak wood

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  • American Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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4. Rays Real Pit BBQ Shack

Family-owned business, Located in a charming red shack, Catering services available

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  • Personal Celebrations
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Hidden Gems

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5. Triple J's Smokehouse

Family-owned and operated since 1991, Slow-smoked meats

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Suburban
  • Dinner

6. Burns Original BBQ

Family-owned business since 1973, using original recipes

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  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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7. Pappas Bar-B-Q

Family-owned with 50 years of experience

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  • American Cuisine
  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Dinner

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8. The Brisket House

Uses only the highest quality meats, Traditional wood-fired smokers, Homemade sauces

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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9. Gatlin's BBQ

In-house made sausages and rubs, Slow-smoked meats, Family-owned business

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  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Dinner
  • Downtown Spots

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10. Goode Company BBQ

Voted as one of America's Best BBQ Restaurants by Travel + Leisure

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots

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11. The Smoke

Voted best BBQ in Houston, Texas monthly events

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  • Corporate Events
  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range

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

Family-owned business since 1989, serves beer and wine

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Dinner

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13. J-Bar-M Barbecue

Family-owned business since 1974, catering services available

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  • American Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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14. Stockyard Bar BQ

Texas-style BBQ, full bar, and live music on weekends

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Suburban

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15. Houston Barbecue Company

In-house smoked meats, craft beers, and comfortable patio

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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16. Henderson & Kane

Family-owned and operated, using traditional Texas BBQ techniques

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  • Cuisines
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Dinner
  • Downtown Spots

17. Pizzitola’s BBQ & BBQ Catering

Family-owned and operated since 1979, using traditional pit-smoking techniques

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  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats

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18. Demeris Bar-B-Q

Family-owned business since 1964, delicious homemade sides

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  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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19. Demeris Bar-B-Q

Family-owned since 1964, homemade sides and desserts

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  • American Cuisine
  • Dinner
  • Downtown Spots

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20. Pinkerton's Barbecue

Family-owned and operated, using a combination of oak and pecan woods for smoking

TOPICS

  • Budget
  • Location
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Dinner

21. Pappas Bar-B-Q

Kid-friendly menu, Full bar, Online ordering available

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Social Gatherings

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22. Goode Company BBQ

Uses imported Mexican wood for smoking, Serves homemade sides and desserts

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  • Corporate Events
  • American Cuisine
  • Gluten-Free
  • Downtown Spots

23. Central Texas Bar-B-Q

Uses post oak wood for smoking, open kitchen concept

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range

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24. Luling City Market

Family-owned local favorite since 1981

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  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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