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We had a great experience! The food was delicious, especially the brisket birria, which was absolutely excellent. The brisket was tender and full of flavor. Everything was really good, and we definitely enjoyed our meal. The staff was friendly, cleaned place. We'll be back!
We really enjoyed our lunch here. We tried the brisket, turkey and the jalapeño sausage and all of it was cooked perfectly. The seasoning on the brisket was delicious and I couldn't believe how well it melted in your mouth. The turkey was a nice surprise with a cracked pepper type crust on the edge, I really loved it and the turkey was so moist. I've honestly never had turkey cooked that perfectly before. The jalapeño sausage was great flavor wise but we thought the outside skin was kinda tough and had to spit out so large gristle pieces but it's a sausage so kinda expected. The potato salad was super yummy- more mustard based than sweet which I personally prefer. The green beans were a hit for me. They were smokey, salty and honestly my favorite way to have green beans from now on. Mac and cheese was okay, very heavy on the cheese which was a bit much for my tastes but the way most would prefer their Mac and cheese. Their two sauces were both equally delicious. One was more vinegar based and the other was a perfectly balance with sweet at the forefront and spicy in the end. I'm not a huge BBQ connoisseur so take my review with a grain of salt but it was really good and I'd come back here in a heartbeat. Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because of service. They were nice but the family in front of us was there for their first time as well and they offered for them to try all the meats and try some sides before they ordered and we weren't offered the same courtesy even though it was also our first time. We weren't even talked through the menu like they were or asked what we liked so we went in blindly but thankfully it worked out.
Oh glad to be in the area and stumbled upon this gem! Was craving for some bbq and this place hit the spot. Located in Helotes off Bandera Road and Floore Drive. They have their own lot to park and can imagine on busy days it gets packed. There's a nice outdoor seating area with a stage and playground. Right upon entry I was warmly greeted by Gunnar and presented with their Big A*$ Beef Rib option. It runs $35/lb and comes out to about $45. It was definitely enormous and did not disappoint as it was very tasty and tender. The bark was flavorful and buttery. The bbq sauce was just an addition but could have done without as well. I opted for both the jalapeño cream corn and Mac n cheese, which both were delicious! Definitely will be back again. Enjoy!
First time trying this food truck - they were by my work building. I ordered the 2 meat plate and I got brisket and sausage; sides were creamy corn and mac and cheese. The bbq dip was okay - not my fave, but all the food was great! Service was super fast so it was great since I came during my lunch time.
The food was absolutely mouthwatering. Everything was perfect, perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked. They made it fresh in front of you if you were getting tacos or the grilled cheese sandwiches. All of the meat was just amazing and that someone who's from the south the barbecue was perfect. They were super well priced. I now live outside of DC and the price is for the barbecue that we got were amazing. People are gonna say they're expensive but honest to God they are great priced with amazing food. The service was unbelievable. Everyone at the counter was so nice so sweet had manners. They gave you a good rundown of questions about foods if you had all allergies and we're able to be accommodating with those allergies and help you find food that you could eat. They've delivered the food to the table and they were just overall welcoming and kind. The ambience of the place was awesome. They had great indoor seating options so that you could stay in the AC while you enjoyed their great food. The kids had options to go play on the playground that they have in the back or you could sit outside and eat in the back. They have deck seating, which was pretty cool to see as well. They give you the option of buying the seasonings they use in the cookbook which I bought both. They have options of soda water beer, which I thought was pretty cool. I will definitely come back to this place when I come back to Texas.
We love this spot!! Found it by chance but love the food, it's one of our top bbq spots. Good play area for kids outside, and plenty of seating inside. Food comes out quick and delicious every time.
This was our first time coming out to B-Daddy's BBQ to try. I will say the young fellas working should take more time to explain the process, and give more time to order. When I walked up, they immediately asked what I wanted, and as I was trying to order the 2 meat option another person down the line was already asking what sides, and they sent me down the line, but I had more food to order. It was a confusing experience, and I ended up not ordering items I wanted to try because they started asking people behind me for their order already and I felt it would be rude to order more food while they were already moved on. They were out of a lot of food I tried ordering, which also made the process difficult because I had to retrace back to the menu. The spud we ordered was very old, and the cheese was very cold. So, the butter didn't melt into the potato nor did the cheese, and that was disappointing. The floors weren't very clean, and the restroom wasn't clean at all. The ice was melted where they kept the beer and drinks, and it was just water. Their Mac n cheese was creamy, and the cream corn was very good. The beans tasted sour, I even traded them for another Mac n cheese because they did not taste right at all. The turkey was dry, and the pulled pork was dry. The brisket was very flavorful and tender. The ribs were dry. The bbq sauce tasted too much like tomatoes, it was almost like a pizza sauce. Their high chair was broken, and they only had one. I am still looking for a really good BBQ experience.
A hidden gem of a BBQ place located near Old Town Helotes! B-Daddy's is a step above a lot of BBQ places in that it's handicap friendly with a lot of pleasant indoor and outdoor seating, so the ambiance is something better than 'falling down shack'. Service was on point when I visited, fast and friendly. The BBQ is excellent all around - loved the mixed lean and fatty brisket, spare ribs, pulled pork, and the standout was the smoked turkey - peppery and very juicy. Among the sides, the borracho beans were some of the best I've had. B-Daddy's wasn't too busy on a weekday lunch hour, though I hear it gets packed on weekends and dinnertime. Given the quality of the BBQ, it's understandable. This place scores a 5 out of 5 on the 'CTJ Scale', as noted below. 5 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Jesus good. Would be OK passing away after finishing a plate here. 4 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Mary good. Would be OK having a nosh here with Mother Mary. 3 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Joseph good. Would be OK having a beer here with Jesus' Dad. 2 out of 5 stars: Come-to-the-Apostles good. Meh. Wouldn't have my last supper here. 1 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Nobody good. I wouldn't have my penultimate supper here, either.
The food is awesome. My favorite is the brisket nachos. They never disappoint. Line moves fast!
Good brisket, terrible service. I ordered a banana pudding, cream corn, and birria tacos. They said it would take a while for the tacos, so I got my buzzer and waited. It took 20-25 minutes before I noticed that the party of 4 that came before already got their birria tacos. My buzzer still hadn't gone off. And no one came to check on us even though they had like 6 people and there were only a couple customers seated. I noticed the boys were just standing around not even near the grill, so I got up to check and the grill was empty. I showed my buzzer and asked when the tacos would be ready. They said 5 minutes. Funny, because earlier they said it would take a while and now it's only 5 minutes. At the end, the brisket was not worth the wait. Good, but not worth it. You're better off just getting brisket at Buc-ee's for a quick bite.
If you're looking this place up and wondering about going, let me just say: IT'S WORTH IT. I grew up in Texas and now live in Vegas, and every time we visit (a few times a year), I have to hunt down good barbecue to get my brisket fix, and several places have disappointed me over the years. This place was a solid hour round trip with a toddler in the car, and it was worth it. We will likely be coming back here next time. GPS will take you to a building that has a physical therapists office, but it's actually the white building around back with the wrap around porch. Enter and browse the menu - we got a pound of brisket (marbled), a pound of smoked turkey, medium sides of mac and cheese and borracho beans, plus a link each of the regular and jalapeno sausage. Meats are cut and weighed in front of you, trays include white bread. Pickles, onions, jalapenos, and sauces are by the drink station, be sure to get a sweet tea. They have combos, including a family pack available, as well as sandwiches (including a brisket grilled cheese!) - the platter I made was about $70 and good for three hungry adults to share with a little bit of everything left over to take home. The brisket really hit the spot for me and the perfect texture and flavor, it didn't even need sauce. The turkey was also great - peppery skin, very juicy. The mac and cheese was indulgent and the beans were slow cooked and delicious, they were the only thing my daughter really ate. The location has a little bit of indoor seating and then a lot of outdoor tables - some covered, some not, lots of room for kids to run around in the fenced area in back. Service was friendly and we really enjoyed our meal. They weren't too busy on a weekday over spring break, seems like a good spot for groups and families. I plan to try their chicken, ribs and jalapeno cream corn next time.
When in Texas they say BBQ Is a must! Food wise this place had the brisket, ribs and sausage down. The brisket was soft and tender as it should, ribs were perfect seasoning of sweet and smoky, the cheddar jalapeño sausage. There isn't much service to give here because it's an order here and they serve you before you sit. The people at the register were kind and very polite. My only reason for the 3- star rating is because the place is a little run down, the outdoor eating was not great and the place over all could use some TLC.
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Reviews are inherently subjective, but an assessment of a barbecue joint can be especially polarizing. We all have our own notions of what comprises good barbecue; some folks prefer lean brisket over moist, others prefer a dry rub instead of sauce, and a vocal minority of 'cue snobs/neurotics are almost impossible to please. When sizing up a barbecue joint, I consider first and foremost the trifecta of smoked meats: brisket, pork ribs, and sausage. Other items (chicken, turkey, beef ribs, sides, etc.) and factors (service, atmosphere) certainly influence my opinion, but the trifecta is what matters the most. With that in mind, B Daddy's BBQ is a resounding success. B Daddy is the nickname bestowed upon owner/part-time pitmaster B.R. Anderson, a Helotes native whose BBQ business began with a popular food truck and then settled at its current brick-and-mortar location, an historic WWI barracks and home to several former restaurants. Unlike the building's former occupants, B Daddy's has flourished due in part to Anderson's astute business acumen and some of the best barbeque in greater San Antonio. The setup is cafeteria style; you cue up (no pun intended) to the counter, order your meats by the pound, slide you tray to the right, order your sides, and then pay at the opposite end. It's well organized unit run by team of friendly, knowledgeable employees eager to offer recommendations ("Burnt ends are really good today"). The only downside to this "I want a little of this and a little of that" system is that it exploits the human tendency to over order. The good news is that most of the meats and sides make for delicious leftovers. B Daddy's touts its prime-graded, oak-smoked brisket available in several iterations, including an indulgent BBQ nacho platter swimming in processed American cheese, but I recommend savoring it unadorned or with just a few dollops of house-made, molasses-based sauce. The brisket possesses all the qualities I would expect from a prime-graded cut: a crusty salt-and-pepper bark, intense oak smoke, and plenty of intramuscular fat. The pitmasters at B Daddy's (B.R., his son Kyle, and several others), have found the ideal balance between tender and firm pork ribs, with flesh that pulls away from the bone with minimal effort. A crust of salt, pepper, paprika, and brown sugar adorns a half-inch ring of smoke and helps the pork retain its moisture. Though I love the cherry-glazed ribs from Two Bros. BBQ, the ones offered at B Daddy's are different but every bit as delicious. EDIT: the business owner kindly pointed out that paprika is not a component. I stand corrected, though I do taste something spicy on the ribs! Few barbecue joints make their own sausage (a messy, labor-intensive operation), and B Daddy's is no exception. Unlike many lesser establishments, however, Anderson sources his sausage (regular and a Cheddar option) from a local supplier, Schott's Meat Processing in Helotes. It's a spicy, all-natural variety given plenty of snap and smoke from the pits. Aside from the holy trifecta of brisket, pork ribs, and sausage, B Daddy's offers a respectable chicken leg quarter (juicy throughout and a bargain at $3), a Kansas City-inspired pulled pork, and a weekend special worthy of a drive from anywhere in San Antonio: prime-graded beef ribs. The latter feature the same salty, peppery crust as the brisket but with extra fattiness (think ribeye steak) and marrow flavor from the accompanying bone. Anderson and team offer these bad boys at market price (typically $20/pound), but the quality justifies the price. Sides include a coleslaw elevated with creamy chipotle, green beans with bacon, and an outstanding jalapeno Cheddar creamed corn with a consistency that reminded me of Canadian cheese soup (a good thing, mind you). The only disappointment came in the form of a boring, underseasoned side of pinto beans, an odd oversight from a kitchen brimming with so much talent. Skip the beans and order a larger portion of creamed corn. The small dining area fills up quickly most evenings, so I recommend arriving as early as possible to avoid the crowds of carnivorous locals. 'Cue snobs will likely recommend the trendy, overhyped 2M over B Daddy's, but the difference in quality is negligible. In fact, I would pit (again, no pun intended) B Daddy's trifecta against 2M's 'cue any day. I'm fortunate to live a short distance away, but I would happily frequent B Daddy's regardless of where I lived (well...maybe not if I lived in Saskatchewan, but I digress). read more
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With all this social distancing I've been enjoying the takeout. B Daddy's is one of my favorite local BBQ joints and the takeout was no exception. Had some brisket and ribs with mac and cheese and creamed corn. The meat is good, the ribs are delicious and the brisket is good but I wish it was more moist. The sides are amazing unlike a lot of bbq places. I highly recommend. The sandwiches have fresh and delicious buns and a good variety on the menu. read more
6 years ago
This restaurant was fantastic! We definitely weren't disappointed. We tried the brisket, ribs, and sausage with the macaroni and jalapeño cream of corn. 5 stars across the board for food, customer service and cleanliness. Highly recommend! read more
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We had B- Daddy's at our neighborhood's spring kickoff event yesterday, and they did an excellent job!! The food came out in a reasonable time, it was tasty, and the staff at the event were very nice and friendly!!! The pulled pork grilled cheese sandwich was soooo good. We would definitely recommend them, and would use their services again!!! read more
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Have heard lots of good things about this place and finally decided to give them a try! We've been missing out! Who knew we had such great bbq on this side of town! We both got their tacos with pork and brisket and enjoyed it all! We sampled each of their sauces and they were all great! I also really enjoyed their mac and cheese. We took advantage of the lovely December 60 degree weather and ate outside. They had lots of patio seating and cute playground for kids! Love knowing this yummy and family friendly place is close to home! We will definitely be bringing family who come to visit from out of town here! read more
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my husband and I used to eat here often, but it's been months since we were last here. I never thought that their $20/lb brisket would end up as dry and tasteless as all the rest of the local BBQ places in Bexar county. I am very dissappointed that we drove an extra 20 minutes out of our area for bad BBQ, when we could have just gone to our loccal Bill Miller's restaurant. read more
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B-Daddy's good truck was in our neighborhood and wow it was awesome! Fresh, moist and large portions.... We can't wait to go to the restaurant in Helotes! So why 4 stars I didn't care for the sauce it's a bit vinegary for my taste but my husband loved it! So hey the meat has enough flavor who needs bbq sauce read more
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The restaurant offers two sauces one is a little sweet n spicy, not…
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Was in the area and stopped by this spot because my coworker really wanted a loaded potato. I actually never heard of this place until I found it on Yelp. That damn potato was GINORMOUS. Loaded with lots of meet, a good amount of cheese, and a couple dollops of sour cream, this big spud could certainly satisfy any craving. I got mine with the pulled pork, while my coworker got the chopped beef. Overall, not bad. Unfortunately, since we went later in the day, the inside of the potato had already cooled a bit, so was only warm. And the meat had dried out a bit. Normally, I might knock off points for this, but since I knew that might be the case going in, I won't count it too much against them. read more
4 years ago
The turkey was delicious and the Mac and cheese was amazing. Can't wait to go back and visit the friendly establishment!! read more
3 years ago
Great Food!! I have been here twice and never disappointed. Service was fast and ambiance was good! Hot food great flavor. read more
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Very convenient place from home and good service. Nice atmosphere, very clean. All the meats were too wet for my liking. The brisket is priced on the high side for the quality. No burnt ends are served which was disappointing. Sausage links are a little greasy, really taste it when sausage is cooled down. Pork ribs are good, again a little too wet for my liking. No white meat chicken sold here, not a fan of leg quarters, especially when over priced. The potatoe salad was good. Creamy corn was too creamy but still good. Mac n cheese was okay but a little too much cheese. Overall it was okay, not sure I'll come back soon. read more
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14436 Old Bandera Rd
Ste 3
Helotes, TX 78023
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We have a house made smoked spicy sauce and over the counter head country sauce
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