The dining area is clean and family friendly. They serve some of the best brisket I've had. I…read moreespecially enjoy both the beef and turkey brisket. The sides are consistently great, and the portions are generous. I've always had a good experience here and often bring family when they're in town. The staff are amazing and welcoming, and I appreciate that they offer samples as well.

What a fantastic customer experience!…read more Called to place a to-go order and was told they weren't taking takeout orders because it's the weekend, but that I was more than welcome to drive over and place the order in person. Sounds reasonable, right? So 20 minutes later, we arrive at 9:17 PM, well before the posted 10:00 PM closing time on both the website and the front door, only to be told they were closed and had sold out of everything. The best part? Apparently the bartender who answered the phone knew enough to tell me they weren't taking phone orders, but somehow forgot to mention the minor detail that they were closing early and had no food left. Nothing says "customer service" quite like sending people on a pointless road trip for absolutely no reason. Had that little piece of information been shared during the phone call, we could have saved the drive and gone somewhere else. Thanks for keeping us informed

My son dragged me here on a Saturday after a couple games of baseball. He goes a lot with my…read morehusband and they love it. Barbecue isn't typically my first choice of food options, but my son wanted it and pretty much begged because it's the best thing in the world to him, so we went. I was pleasantly surprised. I actually liked the counter service here because I was able to see the food and pick what I wanted. A few barbecue options, a few vegetable options, and a few potato options. Plenty to choose from. The food was good, and we went on a Saturday afternoon, so it wasn't busy at all. There were maybe four tables with people so our service was super fast as it tends to be with counter service. It was clean and the staff was friendly. All good things. The only reason it is four stars instead of five might be on my choice. I went with the turkey and it was a little bland. My son got brisket, and I tried it, and it was much better.

At first I didn't like Soulmans BBQ in general because I don't like their hoagie bun or round bun…read morebread. Since I usually get a chopped beef sandwich I nearly X'd them out b/c of this. But when I went to this Royse City location I decided to try a baked potato with my sandwich and it was so silky smooth and delicious and the staff is so friendly that I had a change of heart. I thought about it and said their BBQ is pretty good and their baked potato is fantastic, so why not try the double barrel, loaded baked potato with brisket and a side of Texas toast? I threw in a couple extra sides that were delicious (okra, coleslaw), and suddenly it's become my new favorite place in the area for BBQ! I don't mind the free ice cream either.

Always pass this place, finally stopped and tried... I waited too long to come…read more Buffet option or just a regular plate. Tons of dessert options too. Did I mention the different tea choices?!? Staff always checks in and even offers samples, the rolls were delicious. Good food, lots of choices, friendly service. Highly recommend!

The food is always hot and fresh - we usually opt for the buffet. The fried catfish is so good and…read moreall of their sides. We always eat a bit more than we probably should - especially when the sweet lady who invents many of their deserts and things, comes by with samples. She is so sweet and sincere - we feel like we are home every time we eat here. Our kids love the outdoor area too. 10 out of 10.

If you want authentic, good tastin', Texas style BBQ you will not be disappointed! Generaous is an…read moreunderstatement on the portions and the brisket & sausage is seasoned & smoked to perfection. The Pinto Beans are phenomenal and genius incorporating slivers of brisket into the mix. Any visit to Phat Daddy's has never been met with disappointment. Until next time, have a blessed day, Sir!

One of the best brisket sandwiches I've ever had - tender, juicy, full of flavor and they give you…read moreplenty of meat. Their beans are amazing as well. This is some of the best BBQ around.

Amazing brisket. Friendly folks working there. Reasonable prices. Pies look great for later!read more

The food is pretty good I have had small personal issues with it before, but other than that is…read morevery good. The workers are great and very nice. They get the food out fast. The lighting and decor in here is amazing. 8.75/10 good place.

Here's a polished review based on your Facebook post:…read more Smoak Town BBQ is everything that makes Texas barbecue special. From the moment I arrived, I could tell this place was something different. Even on a 100-degree day, the covered seating area with cooling fans was full of locals who couldn't stop talking about the great barbecue here. Smoak Town isn't just serving incredible food; it's built on family, hard work, faith, and a genuine love for barbecue. One of the highlights of my visit was spending time talking with Rob, the pitmaster's father, and hearing the story of how Cameron turned a passion for backyard barbecue into an award-winning business after success on the competition circuit...and encouragement from dad. The food was outstanding across the board. The brisket was perfectly smoked and so tender it fell apart with a fork. The beer-basted turkey was unbelievably moist, the pork belly burnt ends were meaty and flavorful, and the jalapeño-cheese sausage had just the right amount of kick. The brisket baked beans were some of the best I've had anywhere. What really set Smoak Town apart, though, was the hospitality. After I got home, I received a personalized text thanking me for stopping by and letting me know I was welcome back anytime--as family. That simple gesture perfectly captured what Texas barbecue is all about. If you're looking for authentic Texas barbecue that's served with heart, Smoak Town BBQ absolutely deserves a spot on your must-visit list. Great food, great people, and true Texas hospitality. I'll definitely be back.

The Texas barbecue hunt will take you anywhere. A food truck park in Fate, Texas was my next stop…read moreto try Smoak Town. I had a chance last October while I was in Rockwall for a wedding to try it, but because the wedding was a top priority (whatever!!!), it didn't happen. Yesterday was my chance. Inside this food park was a vast sea of options, but my eyes were set on the back left where Smoak Town laid. They have a huge tent with plenty of tables to sit at under the shade and the space is wrapped in their wood, giving the joint an oak log fence around the food truck. By the time I got there a little past 1:30, they were out of sausage and mac and cheese. Sad! Other than that, my order was simple: brisket, pork ribs, pork belly burnt ends, and a side of their brew brisket beans. The brisket was a thick slice that was moist and flavorful. I love those chunky slabs of brisket. There is just something about a thicker cut that knocks skinnier cuts out of the park. The pork ribs were juicy and tender. I rarely get pork belly burnt ends over a sausage, but they are always a treat like they were here. Just a little taste of heaven. The beans were savory, hearty, and well seasoned. I was pretty impressed by them as well. The team working was super conversational and friendly. The guy in front of me was having his first taste of Texas barbecue, and they were being super helpful making sure he got a true, flavorful experience. This spot feels hidden but is worth the trip. There were quite a few people hanging around enjoying the excellent barbecue. Worth the pit stop and worth the drive if you live anywhere in the DFW metro. It was simply fate (GET IT???) to try Smoak Town. RIYL: The quieter barbecue spots that pack the same punch

Sammy Lou's was the best. My brother and I went to dinner for his birthday. From the minute we…read moresat down everything was amazing. It started with Lay our server. She was very attentive and gave us good menu recommendation. The restaurant was spacious, clean and had a good vibe. The food was delicious. We had the meatloaf and smoked pulled pork with onion rings, cole slaw, mashed potatoes and baked beans. I can't wait to go back. It's even more awesome, that it's in the neighborhood close to home. I highly recommend the restaurant and server Lay to make your dining expense unforgettable.

Stopped in on a Sunday evening: very spacious restaurant with an inviting bar so I decided to eat…read moreat the bar. Super friendly welcome from the wait staff and it turned out the owner was working too. Great conversation. Started with the armadillo eggs which are deep fried Jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese and served with ranch. These things are a weakness of mine and I ate the entire order. Next had a two meat platter with brisket and jalapeño cheese sausage. Sides were fried okra and broccoli. They have their fried food game down. Okra was hot and crispy and well seasoned. Delicious. The broccoli tasted like homemade steamed broccoli and was the exact texture I like. My brisket was super tender and tasty and the sausage was satisfying. I used the spicy sauce which gave everything a kick. Finished with the banana pudding with nilla wafers. Stuffed! Delicious meal and so friendly - I'll be back maybe for when they have live music on a weekend.

First time here and we were welcomed like family. Don't come here expecting fast food because…read moreeverything is made from scratch and so it takes time. The food was worth the wait! We got the soft pretzel which was amazing! We would come just for that! We also had the Ruben and the brisket sandwich. Everything was very tasty! The atmosphere is very casual and relaxing. They have a nice area for kids so it is very family friendly.

New to Royse City and found a gem! Great food, beer, service, patio & fun music bingo. The Reuben…read morewas a winner! Definitely adding this to our go to spots. Sarah ( name? ) was great waitress even the owner stopped by to introduce himself and welcomed us to RC!

It was okay. Crowded. Nothing special. There was a waitress there that was 7 feet tall I gave her a…read morebig tip.

Great place, amazing staff, always a good time! Give Chris…read moreand his crew a chance and they will deliver!

Great time with the family at this restaurant. The brisket and sausage were melt in your mouth…read moregood. Honestly the best sausage I've ever had. The Mac and cheese was also a very good choice. Enjoyed the water front and the corn hole.

Got our DoorDash order wrong. They just put a bunch of random elote, banana pudding in the bag…read more We had to dispute this through door dash. If you order to go, please triple check.