Top 25 ribs in Houston

Houston, Texas is a hub for food lovers, and one dish that stands out is the delicious, tender ribs found in the city's many bars and restaurants. From mouth-watering baby back ribs to flavorful St. Louis-style ribs, Houston offers a diverse selection of delicious ribs that will satisfy any meat lover's cravings. Whether you're a local or a visitor, be sure to try some of the best ribs in Houston at one of the many eateries that specialize in this classic dish.

1. The Pit Room

Houses a large smoker in a separate building to ensure top-notch BBQ

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  • Asian Cuisine
  • Dinner
  • Mid-Range

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2. The Brisket House

Family-owned business with a focus on high-quality meats and Southern hospitality

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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3. Lonestar Sausage & BBQ

Family-owned and operated with a friendly atmosphere

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Dinner

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4. Triple J's Smokehouse

Family-owned business since 1991; Uses hickory wood for smoking; Offers catering and online ordering

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

5. Rays Real Pit BBQ Shack

Family-owned and operated, offering authentic southern BBQ with a unique pit-smoking technique

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

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6. Stockyard Bar BQ

Offers a lively atmosphere with a large outdoor seating area

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Suburban

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7. Gatlin's BBQ

Family-owned and operated, Competition-winning recipes

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  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Dinner
  • Downtown Spots

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8. Burns Original BBQ

Family-owned business with over 30 years of experience, using traditional low-and-slow cooking techniques

TOPICS

  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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9. J-Bar-M Barbecue

Family-owned and operated for over 30 years

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  • American Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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10. The Smoke

Uses post oak wood for smoking, offers catering and online ordering

TOPICS

  • Corporate Events
  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range

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11. Goode Company BBQ

Uses traditional Southern Pride smokers for that classic BBQ flavor

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots

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12. Truth BBQ

Family-owned business with a focus on traditional barbecue techniques

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  • Cuisines
  • Location
  • Dinner

13. Brisket & Rice

Offers a cozy and casual atmosphere, catering and delivery services available

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  • American Cuisine
  • Hidden Gems
  • Dinner

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14. Pappas Bar-B-Q

Family-owned business since 1976, using traditional pit-smoking techniques

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

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

Family-owned business since 1989, uses post oak wood for smoking

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

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16. Hoot's Smokehouse

Family-owned smokehouse using traditional smoking techniques

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Suburban

17. Roegels Barbecue Co

Family-owned and operated, Uses all-natural hardwoods for smoking, Emphasis on traditional techniques

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

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18. It's Ribs

Family-owned and operated, Large selection of sauces, Catering available

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  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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19. Demeris Bar-B-Q

Family-owned and operated since 1964, using original pit-smoking techniques

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Dinner
  • Downtown Spots

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20. The Brisket House

Family-owned business with a focus on high-quality meats and flavors

TOPICS

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

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21. Pinkerton's Barbecue

Family-owned business, using sustainable and locally-sourced meats, with a welcoming and laid-back atmosphere.

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  • Budget
  • Location
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Dinner

22. Pappas Bar-B-Q

Family-owned and operated for over 50 years

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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23. SouthernQ BBQ and Catering

Family-owned business with a warm, welcoming atmosphere

TOPICS

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

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24. Brookstreet BBQ

Offers both dine-in and takeout options, Catering services available

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Dinner
  • Downtown Spots

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25. Fainmous BBQ

Catering orders only, located in Houston with a rich BBQ tradition

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  • American Cuisine
  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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