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Bodacious BBQ

4.1 (34 reviews)
ModerateBarbeque
Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Jason B.

Absolutely fantastic ribs. When I'm traveling east or west this is a must stop every time I come through. My favorite is the ribs then the turkey and if you're in for a sandwich you can't go wrong with the sloppy Joe . They have plenty of parking for trucks and they Decore inside is pretty cool as well

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Kelly K.

Simple menu. Simple place. Overnight truck parking so i will be back. Ribs are kind of chewier than i prefer but the glaze was really good. Peppery and sweet. Probably spicy for most but i have a high tolerance for burn. No smoke ring. Sides and stuff didnt look that exciting so i just stuck to ribs. Not bad at all though they were the get stuck between your teeth kind. Really nice people.

Stacey T.

What can you say about Bodacious BBQ its one of the staple of East Texas you can't go wrong

Manzil R.

This place is just amazing. Helpful staffs and splendid decor. The BBQ tasted good already but with the decor and the vibe around the place made it 100× better. Anyone passing around the place should just go and see for themselves how impressive the place is. Definitely, a must must go place.

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Richella S.

Traveling/Moving from Colorado to New Orleans we were starving and simply tired of the standard grab and go food. Knowing we were still an hour or so away for our final destination for the night I decided to Yelp a place near by to eat quickly yet good. Let me tell you this little place is a true Texas treasure! I had 1/4 lb Turkey, 1/4 lb sliced brisket and 1/2 lb ribs. My husband as 1/4 lb hot link and a beef Sloppy Joe sandwich with BBQ beans. WOW! The meat even without the BBQ sauce was melt in your mouth succulent and the sauce was the perfect blend of sweet yet tart. So wish we would be living close enough to go back frequently. But fellow Yelpers, do me and your tastebuds a favor and stop by and see Larry & Diane Garner and their southern hospitality staff. You surely won't regret it! Sometimes God winks by sending you to a little pre-Heavenly dinner on earth!

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Rusty W.

Love the Steaks on FRIDAYS Starting at 6pm. Mesquite wood cooked to perfection. 16 Oz Ribey with the best flavor in both steak and even the baked potato is delicious. Oh it does come with a salad and after dinner cobbler. The steak has fat, but if you are familiar with Mesquite grilling? You know that means the best flavor. If you want a lean no fatty steak with slightly charred edges this might not be your place.

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They don't truly have a combo meat plate but can make it up for you. Beware if you order Ribs by weight it will include the bone weight so you'll get ver little meat ( this is every where though). I I ordered a 5 rib sandwich & 1/2 lb brisket. Although The ribs were not in a sandwich, they were just placed on the tray and you get the bread on the side. Overall it was really good especially the beans.

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7 years ago

Great place, really enjoyed it and the ribs were fantastic. I would recommend stopping by.

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Great BBQ pork ribs. So good that BBQ sauce just detracts from the taste. Service was great too.

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Absolutely love the food! I normally order to go, since I am so busy. But definitely worth it!!!!!

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8 years ago

Great Texas BBQ right off hwy. Very friendly staff. Prices are great. Pie was excellent!

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8 years ago

Exceptionally good Ribs and Brisket. Great BBQ sauce. Not fancy but quaint atmosphere. We will be back!

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9 years ago

Food and service is by far the worst in all of the bodacious restaurants I've ever been in .

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Ohmygoodness.....you guys.....this place was even better this time! We arrived during the lunch…read morerush on Christmas Eve EVE and Santa Claus even showed up! We ordered ourselves a little sampler this time of sausage, pulled pork, brisket, potato salad, cream corn, pinto beans, and the Marvelous Taco. They really knock it out of the park with the brisket and pulled pork. The sausage had the very satisfying snap and was very tasty. There is a good smoke level on everything and I cannot wait to return. We had a magnificent time standing in line and visiting with everyone, including Santa! I would like to mention also that this place is very clean and has clean restroom. The staff here are super friendly and a lot of fun to visit with.

If you're searching for some of the best barbecue in Texas, look no further. This place lives up to…read moreits Texas Monthly Top 50 award, and it's easy to see why. We visited on a Tuesday right when it opened, and it was already filling up with happy patrons. The ample parking and friendly staff made for a great start to the meal. The Meats The brisket had a delicious salt and pepper bark with a nice crust. While it could have been a bit more moist, the rich, smoky flavor was on point and a great representation of a classic Texas brisket. The ribs were a definite standout. They had a beautiful, deep smoke ring and came clean off the bone with a perfect pull, not just falling apart. The dry rub bark was fantastic, allowing the natural smoky flavor of the meat to shine. Both of the sausages were excellent. The house sausage was juicy with a satisfying snap to the casing and a nice peppery kick. The boudin sausage packed a great spicy flavor without being overly filled, which can often make boudin greasy. The Sides & Appetizers We also tried a couple of the unique sides and appetizers. The jalapeño poppers were a pleasant surprise. I usually prefer a protein filling, but the cream cheese had a wonderfully flavorful and creamy texture that won me over. The jalapeño crème corn was another highlight--incredibly creamy with a tangy, spicy kick from the pickled jalapeños mixed throughout. Overall, this barbecue joint is a must-visit. The quality of the meat and the delicious sides truly set it apart.

Bodacious BBQ - bbq - Updated May 2026

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