I was looking for barbecue for an event to feed 30 in Keene TX. I was considering some of the more…read morewell known options. But I chose Drew's and was not disappointed. Excellent service and even better barbecue. I worked out my order over the phone with suggestions from Drew. The food was hot and ready at the time we agreed on and everything went off without a hitch. I was on a tight schedule so this was very important to me. Everything went off without got was outstanding. I could go on and on about each item. Brisket, ribs & sausage - perfectly cooked and seasoned. I didn't need any sauce, but of course the sauce was tasty too. The Mac & cheese, baked beans & street corn were so great. The desserts - peanut butter, pecan and banana pudding - all beautifully prepared and delicious! Y'all crushed it Drew! Thanks. Easy to find in downtown Maypearl. Their restaurant is a classic old building converted to a bad ass barbecue spot. Parking may be a problem, but find a way. Make a way. You can walk it off even if you have to park outside of town. I'll be back this weekend! Worth every penny!

Not our first rodeo to Drew's BBQ. A bit out of the way for our lunch but was craving some good…read morebbq which seems to be harder and harder to find. My wife and my office manager both ordered the stuffed potato. They enjoyed it. I had the two meat plate which came with three ribs and Fatty brisket. My two choices of meat. The ribs were baby back as I was told they are normally spare ribs but they didn't have any spare ribs today. None the less the ribs were tender, moist and very flavorful. Did not need any sauce. The brisket was moist and tender with a mouth full of flavor as well. Needed no sauce. But, the sauce on the table was an extremely thin almost watery sauce that had bland flavor to it and a slightly thicker and sweeter sauce that was acceptable. I would give 5 stars to the BBQ but the potato salad which consisted of large chunks of red potatoes and yellow mustard with absolutely nothing else gets a 1 star at best. I will have to point out as well that I asked not to be served the end pieces of the ribs as end pieces are always dry. They obliged but what was strange is I was served two slices of bread, both in which were the butts of the loaf. Go figure. Was this a joke or what? Would I come back? Probably but after $63 lunch bill It may be a while. 3 total stars: Price too high for two potatoes and a two meat plate. Terrible potato salad. The butt of the bread.

This place here I moved from California and never have I ever had an potato link so good smoked…read moremmmmm and there strawberry lemonade My favorite spot thanks you Phat Girlz BBQ ....I also got the chicken salad... Kish...

The most amazing chicken salad I've had! I'd eaten here before and had been craving the chicken…read moresalad, and it absolutely delivered. I already knew it was good, but somehow it was even better than I remembered. Definitely worth trying if you haven't been. Now...the BBQ sauce? Completely different story. I ordered the chopped beef and it was actually really delicious on its own. But the moment I added the BBQ sauce, immediate regret. It was honestly some of the worst BBQ sauce I've ever tasted. I can't tell if they changed the recipe or if I somehow never noticed before, but either way, it's a no-go for me. Overall, this spot is still definitely worth experiencing...maybe just bring your own BBQ sauce.

HUG BBQ I first…read morediscovered HUG BBQ through Instagram and decided to give them a try -- and I'm glad I did! I've only done take-out so far, and the experience has been solid every time. Ordering at the counter is quick and easy. Depending on how busy they are, I usually wait about 10-15 minutes for my order to be ready. The longest I've waited in line before ordering was maybe five minutes, so definitely not bad at all. The staff has always been friendly and helpful, even if occasionally a little distracted by the action in the kitchen (understandable -- it smells amazing back there). I always check my order before leaving, and it's been correct every time. My go-to item starting out was the Sheri's Super Spud -- I always get the two-meat version with brisket and beef sausage. And wow... that potato is huge. Easily feeds two or three people. The brisket usually has a perfect bark and seasoning, though occasionally it leans a bit salty for my taste. But more often than not, it's just right. The sausage is excellent -- a coarse grind with a nice snap from the casing, just the way I like it. I've also tried the Pork Ribs, and they've earned a permanent spot on my order list. Tender, moist, and packed with flavor, with just the right bite off the bone. One little thing I appreciate: they give a generous amount of BBQ sauce with to-go orders -- not the stingy portions some other places give. If you're in or near Lancaster and looking for great BBQ, definitely give HUG a shot. Friendly service, big portions, and solid flavor all around!

The meat was delicious except for the 3/4 inch of fat off the top which contributed to the $30…read morecharge for one meat plate. Bbq beans were good but the coleslaw is waaayyy to sweet. What a waste of $$$$!! Also for a plated meal they gave and charged for extra large sides just was a waste. There is no small plate option either.

What a pleasant surprise nestled in Lancaster. I've driven by this place plenty of times, but it's…read moreusually closed in the evenings so I honestly never realized it was still in business. Ended up stopping by for BREAKFAST! (Breakfast is served from 7am-10:30am.) Nothing overly fancy or reinvented, just a solid classic breakfast done fresh and to the point. It's a small BBQ spot (though there's plenty of seating inside) with that local feel. The griddle sits right behind the deli line so you can watch everything being made fresh, pancakes, sausage, potatoes, and eggs being made to your favorite doneness on the skillet beside it. We ordered Brad Breakfast and Breakfast Special with a side of gravy. Everything came out hot, fresh, and fulfilling. Tall stack of pancakes were so fluffy and warm. The staff was friendly and welcoming, even during the morning rush. One thing to know beforehand: they do get busy, and the line moves quickly, so they definitely expect you to know your order once it's your turn at the counter. Simple breakfast done right.

LANCASTER, TEXAS -- let's talk about a breakfast spot that UNDERSTANDS THE ASSIGNMENT: Hickory…read moreHouse! Listen... if you want fresh, made-to-order breakfast that tastes like home (and not that "fancy brunch with overpriced avocado toast" nonsense ), you need to slide through Hickory House where the griddle's hot, the vibe is real, and the locals have been loyal since the big hair and boom box days of the '80s. Now, let's give flowers to the MVP Mike, the owner and head cook. His customer service? TOP. TIER. He's got jokes, good energy, and a memory that could put AI to shame. This man will remember your order before you even sit down. It's giving small-town celebrity chef energy. Now let's talk FOOD because, baby... it's not just breakfast .. it's an experience. I had The Brad Breakfast: ham, bacon, sausage, cheesy scrambled eggs, home fries with onions, and buttery toast that just melts in your mouth. My son went with the Short Stack: two fluffy pancakes with bacon that disappeared faster than a TikTok trend. Everything is cooked right in front of you on the grill ! No heat lamps, no reheats, no games. Just hot, fresh, greasy goodness the way breakfast should be. And can we talk about the prices?!! Lancaster, keep your gem close because Hickory House is serving five-star flavor on a neighborhood budget. I washed it all down with an Arnold Palmer (because balance, darling ) and left full, happy, and plotting my next visit. So if you're in Lancaster, TX, don't walk -- RUN to Hickory House. Breakfast, community, and vibes? This place understood the assignment before it was even trending. Hickory House ....where nostalgia, flavor, and sass all meet at the grill. #BreakfastGoals #HickoryHouseTX #LancasterEats #SupportLocal #SouthernBites #MadeToOrderMagic #YelpEliteEats #BrunchWithoutTheBougie #FoodieApproved #TexasBreakfastLove

Theservice was great was taken care of as soon as I got there the 3 star was because the food was…read morenot good no seasoning on the meat at all

Great link sandwhich! Really friendly service! He let me try his east texas pittsburgh link that…read moreextremely was juicy. You can tell he is passionate about his bbq. The pricing was very fair priced. he was in the Freedom Chevrolet in Duncanville. Big red trailer box you can't miss it!

Great food every time! Service is quick. Food is amazing…read more My favorite burger is the angry cow. Fries are delicious! It's our favorite place! Always clean.

We went this past Sunday evening with some friends and this was such a good find. Hands down this…read moreis one of the best burgers I've had in a long time!! Service was excellent. The lady that took out order also served us, she was very helpful with the menu. I heard this is family owned but I'm not really sure as I also heard they own Omar's. It's nice and clean, pretty spacious and chill. We went on a game night and they had the TVs on the game with good music playing in the background. We really enjoyed it here. We each ordered something different and unfortunately I didn't get a photo of my burger. I had the Chipotle Cheeseburger with the homemade fries, my husband got the Bacon Jam Smash Burger with onion rings. Our friends got the Patty Melt with onion rings and the Mushroom Lover with curly fries. We wiped our plates clean. One of our friends never finishes his plate, he did here. I hope the fries never change!! They're homemade cut and fried to perfection. They have a desert there on the counter which we've never had and the waitress gave us a sample and it was delicious!! I can keep on and on about this place. We will definitely be back.

Stopped into The District in Midlothian after a long afternoon of house shopping with my husband…read moreand sister because nothing fuels real estate decisions like hunger, dreams and hope. The place was fully booked, but the hostess saved the day and offered us lounge seating on the sofas. Honestly, it felt a little VIP...like we'd accidentally wandered into the cool kids' corner. I halfway considered putting on my sunglasses indoors just to commit to the moment, maybe even asking if they offered bottle service in the lounge. Within 10 minutes we were settled in and already getting excellent service. And as if the vibe wasn't good enough, there was a one‑man show crooning jazzy tunes in the background. He was smooth, talented, and added just the right soundtrack for an early dinner. Think "speakeasy energy," but suburban‑friendly. Now, the food. My husband ordered the Crunchy Pig sandwich, my sister went for the half rack of ribs, and I claimed the smoked turkey BLT. Everything hit the table about 20 minutes later, hot, fresh, and so lip‑smacking tasty that we inhaled every bite before remembering we meant to take pictures. My apologies to the food‑photo purists; trust me, the plates were camera‑ready before we destroyed them. If you find yourself wandering around The District in Midlothian, do yourself a righteous favor and grab a memorable meal here. Great food, great service, great music, and apparently great sofas.

Will never come here again. Didn't even get to try the food because we made a reservation and they…read moregave our table to someone else and made zero accommodations for us. Why would someone make a reservation to sit there and wait? Other parties that came after us were seated immediately. No manager talked to us. We left feeling incredibly disrespected, like our business didn't matter to them. I'm not sure if it was something about us personally, but I've never been treated like that at a restaurant I have a reservation at.

Local family owned spot inside of a renovated church. Place has tons of charm with many original…read moreelements intact, but modern at the same time. One of two places it looks like to eat in Founders Row. Came with a group of 7. We stood around the bar height tables and had drinks for about an hour before finally sitting down. The bartender took great care of us despite the size of the group and ensured we had everything we needed. Once we sat down, the real magic happened. We ordered a few apps for the table, calamari, spinach and artichoke dip and alligator bites. I only had some of the artichoke dip and some of the complementary smoked salmon dip they brought out. Didn't want to be too full for the catfish plate I ordered. The artichoke dip was made with smoked Gouda and was great. The other apps got great comments from other people in the party. I ordered a fried catfish plate that came with grilled shrimp, coleslaw and fries. Catfish was cooked perfectly and the grilled shrimp were delicious, great seasoning. The coleslaw is made with cabbage, green bell pepper and apple cider vinegar. Really great combo that worked well. Service was great especially for our large party. Our server who was also the bartender because we sat in the bar area kept a fresh soda water in front of me the entire time, never had to ask. The manager/owner? even stopped over to check in on us a couple of times. Stop in for a great meal, I wish I could return to try the crawfish etoufee.

Ate here on Good Friday 2026. As always the food is fresh, the servers quick and the atmosphere…read moregreat too - love the converted church! I ordered the Piccatti, a lemon drop martini! I indulged in a creme bulla as well - yum! No complaints, in fact it ran like a well-oiled machine. Congrats y'all.