Cattleack Barbeque Photos
Cattleack Barbeque Popular Dishes
CATTLEACK BARBEQUE ATMOSPHERE
You might also consider
More like Cattleack Barbeque
Recommended Reviews - Cattleack Barbeque
Start your review...
Reviews With Photos
My first visit. I've been meaning to try this place for some time. I arrived during busy hours on a holiday weekend to try their brisket. The line took over 1.5 hours before I was able to place my order. At the register, I noticed I had been double charged and pointed it out to the cashier. Mistakes happen, especially during busy hours. However, she initially denied it and removed meat from my plate to reweigh it. She later acknowledged the mistake and admitted the error, but not before making an unnecessary scene. The brisket was good, but the overall experience could have been better. 2 stars.
I was in Texas for a work event and my colleagues invited me to have some Texas BBQ at Cattleleack Barbeque. When we arrived around 1pm there was a line out the door. After getting inside I could tell why. The BBQ smell hits you as you open the door and it smelled sooooo good. They had a giant menu written onto the wall. Some of the meats were sold out. We debated for a bit and then decided to do a group order. Our Group of 7 people ordered the Cattleleack Platter and sides of burnt end beans, potato salad, cole slaw, and Mac and cheese. Oh and don't forget to ask for cornbread too. Inside tey had large tables and benches to sit at and we secured our spot. The food was delicous. The Beef Rib was huge and melted in my mouth. The brisket was amazing and seasoned well. Everything tasted great. Everyone ate til they were full and we still had leftovers. I ate them later at night and they were still good. This place is pricey, definitely worth a visit.
The smoked meats are some of the best around. We had brisket, sausage and even tried the ribeye. Staff here is top notch. They serve local Wagyu and smoke everything onsite. The meats are certainly juicy and smoked to perfection. I understand a bit more about people lining up for this food. That's just about where goes from great to ok. The BBQ sauce on the table was meh. The mustard sauce though gets a pass for sure and hit all the right notes. I guess even BBQ is very subjective like sushi. Some people like it and others don't. In this case it was the sauce that brought the experience down. I won't be back but that just leaves room for the next person.
Food was great and line on friday 945am was not to bad. Nice family run bbq. First bbq place i have been awarded the michele star. Everyone was nice. Food had same price as the other top bbq tx places. Worth the short wait. Sides were great
This spot in North Dallas has been on my radar for a while. Many good reviews are posted. As soon as I touched down in Dallas on a Thursday, I started making my way there. I got there around lunch time and found street parking. Upon entering, a small portion of the left of the restaurant is for ordering and the right side is for dining. There was plenty of seating area with large tables. The lunch time crowd build up was definitely in effect but the line wasn't long. While waiting in line, my focus was on deciding what to order. I always get brisket as a benchmark to compare with all other bbq places. When my turn came I ordered a brisket sandwich, a turkey sandwich, potato salad, coleslaw, and 2 beef ribs. The worker taking my order replied that I probably want one beef rib. It did not occur to me that these were the huge dino ribs at around $40 a pound. I took his advice and the one rib was more than enough. Everything was packed up to go and my total was $104. The one beef rib was a bulk of the price. Ok, so three of us tried some of the bbq and the sides. No great feedback was given from them. I got to try everything. The brisket was tender but not flavorful. The coleslaw flavor was undesirable as well as the potato salad. The smoked turkey had a good smoke flavor to it. The beef rib had more marbled fat than meat throughout most of it, however it did have a nice black pepper seasoning to it. The bbq sauce was not great either. Hopefully they were having an off day, but I doubt it and the cost of everything was too much for it not to be great.
I've eaten here a handful of times and each time was just as good as the last. After trying numerous top rated bbq joints in TX, Cattleack in my opinion is the best and most consistent. The brisket and meaty ribs are always going to be tender. The hatch chile mac and cheese is a must and so is their cornbread. The lines are definitely worth it. They start selling out of meats and sides within hours of opening, but always enough brisket!
Definitely one of the best BBQ in DFW! Limited hours but we had gone around 12 on Friday and no line. If you sign up for their emails they'll notify when there's no line, too. Softest Dino rib I've had in DFW yet, so juicy! Sides were great too which makes the difference always. Will definitely be back, 100% worth making it in the limited hours if you get the chance
We heard about Cattleack. They have limited hours to mostly weekdays, but with our luck they open the 1st Saturday of the month and we flew into Dallas that day! Once we got off the plane, we rushed to our rental car and made our way north to Cattleack. We got there around 1pm. The line wasn't too bad, it was still outside and into the parking lot. Nothing was sold out yet, until we inched closer to the front. They sold out of burnt ends, bologne, beef ribs, and then all the sides except slaw. Since it was close to closing time they were giving a ribeye special, buy one get one free. It was a good deal but a lot of food, so we didn't get it. We ended up getting pork ribs, brisket, and turkey, with slaw and their complimentary bread and pickles. Their pork ribs were delicious, so was the turkey. The brisket was chopped up in pieces, which I wasn't fond of the chopping. My favorite was the pork ribs and turkey. They are heavy on the pepper, so it gave it a little kick if you ate a lot. Probably not good for younger kids. I love it though. They also give you their soft bread for free and I believe their pickles are homemade. Pickles, jalapeños and pickled onions were very good and complemented the meats. I do wish they open more hours though... so that people can try everything! No alcohol sold here, but you can bring your own. Plenty of seating inside and some outside. Parking is limited in the lot and lots of street parking. They close early too, at 2. So many limitations for good bbq. Wish they capitalize their worth and open up more.
Right off the airplane and drove to Cattleack. Arrived around 1pm. Beef ribs ran out and so did all the sides except last of coleslaw. We got turkey, pork ribs, brisket and slaw. Super peppery but I like it, may be too peppery for people. Bread and pickles included. Free and the best bread Homemade pickles, jalapeños and onions Plenty of seating
Service was good & friendly. This is the first time I got a bad batch but it's usually really good! Got there by 10:30 so only had a small wait. I don't know what this is but it's not burnt ends! Also, every other time I've been there they tell me that I can't get a burn and sandwich and today they said they would do it, which is also kind of funny. Hopefully it was just one bad day for them..
I wish I had a better experience at Cattleack but unfortunately I left feeling a bit disappointed, especially after having to wait for a very long time. Since they have very limited hours on the weekdays, I finally managed to visit with my fiance on a Thursday. We arrived at around 11:30am and ended up waiting about 40 minutes before we even made it inside. Once inside, there is more waiting in line until you finally get to the counter to order your food (this took us probably another 20 minutes or so). By the time we got to order, they were already out of a few items including the cornbread which was a side that I was very much looking forward to. So we ended up getting the brisket, original sausage, and burnt ends along with the hatch chili mac & cheese, potato salad, and Mexican street corn. Among the meats, the sausage and burnt ends were both great and I especially enjoyed the burnt ends and how tender each piece was. Unfortunately the brisket fell flat for me; it wasn't very tender at all and underwhelmed me compared to how amazing the brisket is at Hutchins. For the sides, I loved the hatch chili mac & cheese and thought the potato salad and street corn were pretty standard. Overall I don't know that I would come back, and I would much rather visit Hutchins which has way better opening hours!
下午一点到店，店内座无虚席、客流满满，需要排队等候许久，算得上达拉斯当地极具名气、人气超高的热门老店。 点了一份特色拼盘，里面包含香肠、猪肋排和牛腩。肉质软烂软糯，入口即化，口感十分绵软，但外皮吃起来偏咸还带着一丝酸味。原本期待值拉满，整体吃下来并没有达到预想中的惊艳感。 另外搭配了白菜和玉米配菜，意外发现白菜带着淡淡的酸口风味。
Great brisket, super juicy and flavorful. The burnt ends were amazing too, definitely a 5/5. The sausage was good, but I've had better elsewhere, so I'd give it a 3.8/5. The broccoli salad pairs really well with the salty meat. It adds a sweet, fresh contrast that helps balance out the richness of the BBQ. The Mexican street corn is good, but it leans salty, which made it less of a favorite for me since the rest of the meats were already salty. I honestly wish they had a sweeter option, like creamed corn. The cornbread isn't bad, but I would've liked it to be a bit sweeter to better complement the meat. The crack cake is really good. My friend loved it so much that she bought four containers for herself in one visit. Overall, I'd rate the food a 4/5, but because the brisket, burnt ends, and broccoli salad were so good, I'd bump it up to a 5/5. The service is also pretty fast despite the long line, and the atmosphere is exactly what you'd expect from a Texas BBQ spot, with wooden tables, lively chatter, and delicious meat served on red trays.
Here's a cleaned-up version that keeps your personality and food-review voice: Cattleack BBQ DID NOT disappoint. Right now, on my highly curated list of the 25 best BBQ spots in all of Texas, Cattleack sits at #12--so obviously I had to try it, especially because it's literally down the street from my new place. I knew how that line could get, so I pulled up at 10:05 AM . Basically had BBQ for breakfast. And since I plan on hitting ALL 25 spots on my list, I made sure I tasted a little bit of everything so I could give it a proper review. First test: THE RIBS. I'm from St. Louis. Ribs are always going to be one of my first tests of whether somebody can really throw down on the BBQ pit. I got a whole pound, and they were GREAT. Passed the test. Then came the Toddfather sandwich... WHEWWWW. Brisket, smoked sausage AND pulled pork all on one sandwich. My God. So good. To finish off the meat test, I got one big piece of fatty brisket. Excellent. Exactly what I wanted. Now the sides... The mac & cheese was surprisingly GOOD. And if you know Texas BBQ, you know finding a BBQ spot with mac & cheese that can actually hold its own isn't always easy. The burnt-end baked beans had a great smoky flavor, but there were almost TOO many burnt ends in them . I was like damn, can I get some beans too?! Still good though. And finally, the banana pudding? FIRE. It was like a fancy version because it had a toffee flavor to it. Cattleack absolutely delivered. Love the vibes inside and out. This is officially a Ken's Approved Restaurant and earns the KenStar of Approval. 12 down... the journey through Texas BBQ continues. read more
11 days ago
Cattleack Barbeque absolutely lived up to the hype. We went on Friday morning due to their limited hours (opens at 10am and we arrived around 9:45am and were 4th in line so the wait was quick!) Everything we ordered was tender, moist, incredibly flavorful, and clearly made with a lot of care. It's not cheap--we spent about $77--but after eating it, I will say it was worth the price. The pastrami brisket was the standout for me. Perfectly seasoned, ridiculously tender, and packed with flavor. The burnt end beans were another must-order--smoky, rich, and loaded with pieces of meat. The beef cheek with chimichurri was also incredible; melt-in-your-mouth tender, with the chimichurri adding the perfect freshness to cut through the richness. Honestly, though, there wasn't a bad thing on the tray. Everything was delicious, from the meats to the sides. You can taste the quality and the time that goes into the food. $77 well spent. Cattleack is absolutely worth the stop, and I'd come back just for that pastrami brisket. read more
This has been on my list for a long time, and I finally got a chance to try it out over the summer. I live in Fort Worth and their hours are not convenient for me to get to them, thats why it has taken me so long to try them. I read about the long lines and the lack of parking, but when I visited, it was maybe an hour before they closed, so I was actually able to find parking right outside the front door, and there was no line. There were also plenty of seating inside. When I got there, they were out of certain items, but that was expected since they are in high demand. Since it was just me, I ordered half a pound of brisket and half a pound of ribs along with a side of mac and cheese. To be honest, it did not live up to its hype. The brisket was a little dry, and for how much they charge per pound, I was expecting more meat than fat. The ribs were my favorite, and the mac and cheese was ok too. I got my order to go, and they only gave me a few sandwich bread slices and like 2 small containers of pickles. I think next time IF i go and IF i happen to be in the area i will try to eat inside that way I can get more of the bread/pickles because i love those on my BBQ. read more
My first visit. I've been meaning to try this place for some time. I arrived during busy hours on a holiday weekend to try their brisket. The line took over 1.5 hours before I was able to place my order. At the register, I noticed I had been double charged and pointed it out to the cashier. Mistakes happen, especially during busy hours. However, she initially denied it and removed meat from my plate to reweigh it. She later acknowledged the mistake and admitted the error, but not before making an unnecessary scene. The brisket was good, but the overall experience could have been better. 2 stars. read more
I was in Texas for a work event and my colleagues invited me to have some Texas BBQ at Cattleleack Barbeque. When we arrived around 1pm there was a line out the door. After getting inside I could tell why. The BBQ smell hits you as you open the door and it smelled sooooo good. They had a giant menu written onto the wall. Some of the meats were sold out. We debated for a bit and then decided to do a group order. Our Group of 7 people ordered the Cattleleack Platter and sides of burnt end beans, potato salad, cole slaw, and Mac and cheese. Oh and don't forget to ask for cornbread too. Inside tey had large tables and benches to sit at and we secured our spot. The food was delicous. The Beef Rib was huge and melted in my mouth. The brisket was amazing and seasoned well. Everything tasted great. Everyone ate til they were full and we still had leftovers. I ate them later at night and they were still good. This place is pricey, definitely worth a visit. read more
The smoked meats are some of the best around. We had brisket, sausage and even tried the ribeye. Staff here is top notch. They serve local Wagyu and smoke everything onsite. The meats are certainly juicy and smoked to perfection. I understand a bit more about people lining up for this food. That's just about where goes from great to ok. The BBQ sauce on the table was meh. The mustard sauce though gets a pass for sure and hit all the right notes. I guess even BBQ is very subjective like sushi. Some people like it and others don't. In this case it was the sauce that brought the experience down. I won't be back but that just leaves room for the next person. read more
Food was great and line on friday 945am was not to bad. Nice family run bbq. First bbq place i have been awarded the michele star. Everyone was nice. Food had same price as the other top bbq tx places. Worth the short wait. Sides were great read more
This spot in North Dallas has been on my radar for a while. Many good reviews are posted. As soon as I touched down in Dallas on a Thursday, I started making my way there. I got there around lunch time and found street parking. Upon entering, a small portion of the left of the restaurant is for ordering and the right side is for dining. There was plenty of seating area with large tables. The lunch time crowd build up was definitely in effect but the line wasn't long. While waiting in line, my focus was on deciding what to order. I always get brisket as a benchmark to compare with all other bbq places. When my turn came I ordered a brisket sandwich, a turkey sandwich, potato salad, coleslaw, and 2 beef ribs. The worker taking my order replied that I probably want one beef rib. It did not occur to me that these were the huge dino ribs at around $40 a pound. I took his advice and the one rib was more than enough. Everything was packed up to go and my total was $104. The one beef rib was a bulk of the price. Ok, so three of us tried some of the bbq and the sides. No great feedback was given from them. I got to try everything. The brisket was tender but not flavorful. The coleslaw flavor was undesirable as well as the potato salad. The smoked turkey had a good smoke flavor to it. The beef rib had more marbled fat than meat throughout most of it, however it did have a nice black pepper seasoning to it. The bbq sauce was not great either. Hopefully they were having an off day, but I doubt it and the cost of everything was too much for it not to be great. read more
I've eaten here a handful of times and each time was just as good as the last. After trying numerous top rated bbq joints in TX, Cattleack in my opinion is the best and most consistent. The brisket and meaty ribs are always going to be tender. The hatch chile mac and cheese is a must and so is their cornbread. The lines are definitely worth it. They start selling out of meats and sides within hours of opening, but always enough brisket! read more
Definitely one of the best BBQ in DFW! Limited hours but we had gone around 12 on Friday and no line. If you sign up for their emails they'll notify when there's no line, too. Softest Dino rib I've had in DFW yet, so juicy! Sides were great too which makes the difference always. Will definitely be back, 100% worth making it in the limited hours if you get the chance read more
We heard about Cattleack. They have limited hours to mostly weekdays, but with our luck they open the 1st Saturday of the month and we flew into Dallas that day! Once we got off the plane, we rushed to our rental car and made our way north to Cattleack. We got there around 1pm. The line wasn't too bad, it was still outside and into the parking lot. Nothing was sold out yet, until we inched closer to the front. They sold out of burnt ends, bologne, beef ribs, and then all the sides except slaw. Since it was close to closing time they were giving a ribeye special, buy one get one free. It was a good deal but a lot of food, so we didn't get it. We ended up getting pork ribs, brisket, and turkey, with slaw and their complimentary bread and pickles. Their pork ribs were delicious, so was the turkey. The brisket was chopped up in pieces, which I wasn't fond of the chopping. My favorite was the pork ribs and turkey. They are heavy on the pepper, so it gave it a little kick if you ate a lot. Probably not good for younger kids. I love it though. They also give you their soft bread for free and I believe their pickles are homemade. Pickles, jalapeños and pickled onions were very good and complemented the meats. I do wish they open more hours though... so that people can try everything! No alcohol sold here, but you can bring your own. Plenty of seating inside and some outside. Parking is limited in the lot and lots of street parking. They close early too, at 2. So many limitations for good bbq. Wish they capitalize their worth and open up more. read more
14 days ago
1 year ago
Right off the airplane and drove to Cattleack. Arrived around 1pm. Beef ribs ran out and so did all the sides except last of coleslaw. We got turkey, pork ribs, brisket and slaw. Super peppery but I like it, may be too peppery for people. Bread and pickles included. Free and the best bread Homemade pickles, jalapeños and onions Plenty of seating read more
2 months ago
Service was good & friendly. This is the first time I got a bad batch but it's usually really good! Got there by 10:30 so only had a small wait. I don't know what this is but it's not burnt ends! Also, every other time I've been there they tell me that I can't get a burn and sandwich and today they said they would do it, which is also kind of funny. Hopefully it was just one bad day for them.. read more
I wish I had a better experience at Cattleack but unfortunately I left feeling a bit disappointed, especially after having to wait for a very long time. Since they have very limited hours on the weekdays, I finally managed to visit with my fiance on a Thursday. We arrived at around 11:30am and ended up waiting about 40 minutes before we even made it inside. Once inside, there is more waiting in line until you finally get to the counter to order your food (this took us probably another 20 minutes or so). By the time we got to order, they were already out of a few items including the cornbread which was a side that I was very much looking forward to. So we ended up getting the brisket, original sausage, and burnt ends along with the hatch chili mac & cheese, potato salad, and Mexican street corn. Among the meats, the sausage and burnt ends were both great and I especially enjoyed the burnt ends and how tender each piece was. Unfortunately the brisket fell flat for me; it wasn't very tender at all and underwhelmed me compared to how amazing the brisket is at Hutchins. For the sides, I loved the hatch chili mac & cheese and thought the potato salad and street corn were pretty standard. Overall I don't know that I would come back, and I would much rather visit Hutchins which has way better opening hours! read more
5 months ago
下午一点到店，店内座无虚席、客流满满，需要排队等候许久，算得上达拉斯当地极具名气、人气超高的热门老店。 点了一份特色拼盘，里面包含香肠、猪肋排和牛腩。肉质软烂软糯，入口即化，口感十分绵软，但外皮吃起来偏咸还带着一丝酸味。原本期待值拉满，整体吃下来并没有达到预想中的惊艳感。 另外搭配了白菜和玉米配菜，意外发现白菜带着淡淡的酸口风味。 read more
6 months ago
Great brisket, super juicy and flavorful. The burnt ends were amazing too, definitely a 5/5. The sausage was good, but I've had better elsewhere, so I'd give it a 3.8/5. The broccoli salad pairs really well with the salty meat. It adds a sweet, fresh contrast that helps balance out the richness of the BBQ. The Mexican street corn is good, but it leans salty, which made it less of a favorite for me since the rest of the meats were already salty. I honestly wish they had a sweeter option, like creamed corn. The cornbread isn't bad, but I would've liked it to be a bit sweeter to better complement the meat. The crack cake is really good. My friend loved it so much that she bought four containers for herself in one visit. Overall, I'd rate the food a 4/5, but because the brisket, burnt ends, and broccoli salad were so good, I'd bump it up to a 5/5. The service is also pretty fast despite the long line, and the atmosphere is exactly what you'd expect from a Texas BBQ spot, with wooden tables, lively chatter, and delicious meat served on red trays. read more
This was my last must try BBQ spot around DFW area and I wished I had it sooner! Everything I got was good, my favorite were the pork ribs and the wagyu briskets. Cornbread was also very yummy. The sides were solid. Service was great, inside was clean and plenty of seatings. They also have outside seating so that was nice too. read more
Im not a native Texan but I've lived here for a decade now so I like to think that I've been to my fair share of BBQ places. Cattleack might be my new favorite! Everything we had was so good and tasty! Would highly recommend and I understand why it is so popular! read more
Cattleack!!! Wow !!! So so good Tender Smokey. Flavorful. Amazing bbq Beef ribs. So good. So soft. Even the meat on the bone so easy to eat Burnt ends. Ridiculous good so soft so amazing Turkey was very soft one of the best I really liked both briskets. Waygu and pastrami. Both on point Corn bread. Is a must here Honestly nothing was bad here. And free beer read more
Best barbecue in town! We learned about this place online and it is worth the wait! The parking lot wasn't very large, but most people parked on the streets. I arrived around 9:50 AM before they opened on a Friday. We waited about an hour before we got our food, but it was totally worth it. We ordered three Texas Trinity Plates, Wagyu beef cheeks, turkey, cornbread, mac & cheese, and potato salad. I highly recommend the Texas Trinity plate if you want to try the brisket, sausage, and the ribs. Our favorite was the brisket because it melted in your mouth and it was very soft. We also recommend the Wagyu beef cheeks, which is one of their seasonal items. And also get the cornbread!!! The ambiance is very good as well. Once you get your food from the line, you sit down at the picnic tables and everything else is self serve. They also have their sauces at each of the table. Even though we arrive before they're opening time at 10 AM there was already a line so I highly recommend getting there around 10 AM since you'll be eating around 11 AM. When we were done at around 12 PM the line was very long and people were waiting outside under the sun even though it was a Friday. Overall, I'd come back again since this is the best brisket I've ever had! read more
7 months ago
Finally made it to Cattleack Barbeque and it absolutely lived up to the hype a everyone feels like family atmosphere. I ordered the big platter that comes with a little bit of everything and it was stacked. Every single item on that tray was excellent. The brisket was hands down the best I have ever had. Perfect bark, incredibly juicy, and so tender it practically melted. It did not need any sauce at all. The ribs were spot on with great flavor and the right amount of bite. The sausage had a nice snap and was packed with flavor. Even the sides were great and definitely not an afterthought. And the Crack Cake was unreal. Moist, buttery, and completely addictive. We were seriously considering ordering another slice. You can tell they really care about what they are doing. No gimmicks, just amazing barbecue. If you are in Dallas and have not been here yet, you are missing out. Easy five stars. I will definitely be back. read more
OMG! It has been 10 years since I last came here, and it is every bit as good. We arrived shortly before 2 pm after driving in from out of state. Staff kindly informed us they had sold out and were closed. We were permitted to enter and use the restroom. As we were preparing to leave, we were informed that they had enough brisket left for two sandwiches and a few sides. Holy cow!!! It was delicious and flavorful, with the pickles, pickled onions, and white onions as a cherry on top. The mac and cheese was thick and creamy, with just the right amount of chili heat. Mixed with spiral noodles, it left me scraping the container clean. The potato salad was creamy but seasoned so you tasted each ingredient, not the dressing. The vinegar slaw was balanced with green cabbage and celery, and there was no bite but a smooth apple cider accent. The open long tables encourage you to talk with people you don't know. A must-try for any visit to the city, but come early and be prepared to order when it is your turn. With a tip, it cost about $60, including two bottles of water. The best meal I have had in days. read more
1 year ago
BBQ is next level in Texas. I get it now. I really do. And this is one of the spots that really solidifies this statement. I followed my Queens Elite Squad here. And they were on their game when bringing me here. Now I suggest coming as early as you can. You're gonna wait online, but trust me it's worth it. Make not of the specials. At the time they had a beef pastrami that knocked our socks off. Also, what they have is what they have. We got The LAST of the burnt end which almost made a half a pound. They were delicious all in the same. The sausages were fire, for real! They were mild and spicy and they brought the heat. The brisket I think was my favorite. It was literally the best I've ever had. It doesn't need the BBQ sauce in the table. They were more on the vinegary side which I wasn't in the mood for at the time. I really just wanted to have each type of meat and enjoy the cook on each one. OH and the CORNBREAD! A hint of jalapeño. Perfect for breakfast...IYKYK. The sides are not to be overlooked. Mac and cheese, Mexican street core and the beans all were soooo tasty. We finished it all with crack cake. Very sweet but I'm not mad about it. Hands down one of my fav meals in Texas. Would definitely come back for it! read more
Came on the Fourth of July and waited in line about an hour and a half. But the wait was worth it! Even though you wait quite some time, when you get in, it is clean and calm with cafeteria style seating. The sausage was homemade and stuffed with cheese and chili. The brisket was moist and melt in your mouth. The turkey was juicy and had a nice bark on it. The Mac and cheese was creamy and had a nice crunch bread crumb on top. The beef rib was out of this world. It literally shreds between your tongue and the roof of your mouth because the fat is so well rendered. The bark was the perfect amount of flavor and salt/spice. The Apple broccoli salad and the coleslaw left a little to be desired. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything to write home about. I'd probably leave those sides out. Overall, I would easily bring people here if they wanted a really good BBQ spot that isn't too far away. read more
Spending a week in the Dallas/Plano area this was the only place we came back to a 2nd time. When I told my friends that my first meal was such an incredible experience that it brought a little tear to my eye because I never in my life had BBQ this amazing (not so surprising since I am native life long New Yorker - our BBQ places generally are so so). They were intrigued and I was happy to go back to try more of the menu. My first outing was only for 2 people - we shared the Texas trinity and directed towards the burnt ends when they sold out of the beef rib (which was fortunate - this would have been too much meat for 2 people. They are Fred Flintstone sized lol). The burnt ends were my favorite - juicy cubes perfectly seasoned. Highly recommend if they are available (come early!). The sausage was amazing as well. The brisket was great, but actually way better when we specified a fatty cut on our second visit. The pork ribs were my least favorite, not to say they were bad, but it was just overshadowed by the greatness of other meats. Don't sleep on the sides - the mac and cheese is everything you want. Same with the burnt end baked beans. I loved the corn bread since it had jalapeno in the mix. We finished up with a piece of crack cake which gave me all sorts of nostalgia vibes with it strong yellow cake flavor, creamy custard and caramelized edges. The 2nd visit lived up to the hype despite the burnt ends being a bit over seasoned - which is understandable since we got the last .43lbs of it. All the seasoning sunk to the bottom. We got the Beef rib this time and this was simply incredible so much red tender meat and great flavor. As mentioned earlier the brisket was damn near perfect this time and the medium and spicy sausages were better than the mild we got earlier in the week. Pork Steak was a special, but we could have done without it - a little too dry compared to the other items. Pork ribs were the same as last time - recommend the beef and sausages over the pork items. The limited hours (only 10a - 2pm W-T-F and 1st Saturdays) make this less accessible than other BBQ spots, but getting here early makes it all worth while. BYOB, but sometime you can score a free beer. Plenty of seating inside and out. For me, Cattleack has set the standard to which all other BBQs will be compared. read more
1 month ago
Worth the wait! Waited less than 30 mins (was standing on line just outside the door to give a rough estimate). They ran out of the Beef Ribs (regular and special of the week - Pastrami), so we opted for the burnt ends. Well seasoned and sooo tender. Kinda glad we got these. The Trinity Platter is great to sample their brisket, pork rib and sausage (we picked the original #17 - mild) The Brisket was very tender, with a balance of meat and fat The Pork Rib was fall off the bone and flavorful. The Sausage had a great crumbly homemade texture. Mild still has a bit of a kick, which I enjoyed. Small side of Mac and Cheese was full of gooey cheesy goodness. It clung well to the mac. The Burnt End Beans had no burnt ends in the beans we got but can taste the flavor with the sweetness of the beans. Beans were well cooked. The Corn Bread had jalapeno! I'm normally not a huge fan of cornbread but the texture was amazing. I dipped it in the beans. Everything is salted/seasoned very well! The Crack Cake is pretty sweet, if you're into that. Personally too sweet for me. Texture was good though. There are bbq sauces and napkins on the tables (indoor and outdoor shaded seating). There are takeout containers by the water cooler if you're too stuffed. We polished off everything! Definitely worth the trek and the wait. They have limited hours (Wed-Fri 10:00-14:00 and 1st Sat of the Month), but I'd make sure you schedule around the times! read more
9 months ago
Ordered meats for Thanksgiving. We were given a call to confirm pick up time the day prior. Everything was excellent. The meats had great smoky flavor and remained juicy. The order even came with reheating instructions. We tried the turkey, the beef ribs (a must!), smoked ham, and spicy sausage. It did not come with sides, but we were able to supplement our own. From the moment you want in to pick up the order, you smell greatness. read more
1 year ago
Amazing! No other way to describe the food and customer service. They were out of a lot of stuff by the time we got there (an hour before closing) but they at least had brisket (lean only) and sausage. I would say this place needs to be on your list before Pecan Lodge and Terry Blacks. Hands down one of my faves in DFW read more
It has been 9 years and I happened to pass by the other day during Cattleack's very limited operating hours. I don't generally remember what day it is - so I never make it over here. Well Yelpers, I will now mark the days! This is my second visit this week, and somehow, after all this time, they have outdone everyone. Cattleack's brisket could be the best brisket in Texas. The "Not The McRib" sandwich is so good I didn't want to tell anyone about it, but I must! This sandwich is everything I dream of - food like this is the reason for my foodie-cloaked gluttony. Oh! And let's not forget the great look and feel of this place! Nice! Cattleack Barbecue is Dallas' Destination BBQ palace. This long line is well worth it! read more
25 days ago
Cattleack BBQ missed the mark on several things for me. First, the brisket flat was a bit tough and the point (fatty part) was a bit chewy. I think it was pulled from the smoker a bit too early. The baked beans tasted standard for me, with the added few pieces of burnt ends. Pricing is in line with the rest of the craft BBQ scene, but it just didn't quite match up with the quality of the food. As for the good, the pastrami beef rib was outstanding. Tender, beefy, not too salty, with a good amount of pastrami flavor shining through. No matter how much you prepare yourself, though -- that sticker shock really punches you in the face. At $40/lb, for one beef rib you're looking at $80. I had never tried a pastrami beef rib, so it was a definite splurge. I ate about half of it and there was plenty of meat leftover. I packed it up and brought it back home for my wife to try. It still tasted great. Glad to to have knocked this place off my bookmark list. read more
25 days ago
5 months ago
Back for a second time and it was even better than the first! Absolutely blown away by the pastrami brisket and Wagyu beef cheeks. The ribs are tremendous. Turkey is top notch. The Wagyu bologna is highly underrated, too. Don't sleep on that one. read more
This may be one of the top 3 bbq places I've ever been to. Food, service and ambiance were perfect. House made sausages in three types, whole hog pulled pork, Wagyu brisket. All standouts. The sides, ugh, the sides were top 2, and not number 2. I had brisket dirty rice and the corn. Good god. I don't think I'll ever have better. I genuinely wanted to extend my flight and come back tomorrow. Amazing!! read more
6 months ago
Only open 3 days a week,, they open at 10 Am and the line can be long. That being said, this place is so delicious. Everything I had was top notch Some of the best BBQ in Texas. read more
They may have the Michelin recognition but I still don't understand waiting in line for a smoked meat. You have to be here early to be in line to get to get a specific special. I was hoping to get their ribeye for this day but disappointed when I get to the front of the line to learn that they are sold out. Mind you, this is only 11am. We were in line around 9:30am. All that waiting then not getting what you want. We ended up just adding 1/2 lb more of pork ribs to our Texas Trinity Plate: I may sound like a hater with this review but I don't get the logic of running out of meat when it is your special for the day in less than an hour. read more
Page 1 of 27
More info about Cattleack Barbeque
13628 Gamma Rd
Dallas, TX 75244
North Dallas
Directions
(972) 805-0999
Call Now
Visit Website
http://www.cattleackbbq.com
Full menu
Hours
Payment methods
Food & Alcohol
Indoor Amenities
Outdoor Amenities
Other Amenities
From the Business
Cattleack Barbeque Reviews in Other Languages
Ask the Community - Cattleack Barbeque
When is pastrami brisket on the menu?
The weekly specials are posted on their website. Pastrami brisket is a weekly special and you can see if it is available by checking the website that week.
What time do you usually sell out of stuff on a Saturday? I can't get there until 12:30 to 1pm
Oh my. Unfortunately I wouldn't bother. Anything you want might be gone by noon
Are you only open the first Saturday of the month or every Saturday?
1st Saturday
Can I pre-order for Saturday 9/3 for pickup?
Not on Saturday but you could on Friday
Do they take Apple pay?
I know they do not take cash only cards. They do have and iPad pay. Call them To be 100%
Are you able to preorder carry out on either Thursday or Friday?
Yes. Please see web site for all the details
How are you going to be closed on a Saturday though?
Don’t understand your question
Is the line for Saturday whole hog substantially longer than the normal Thu/Fri line of you get there when they open? Are they serving full menu on Saturday?
Yes to both. Overall, a significant longer line. The full menu is served.
Do they serve Beef Ribs and Burnt ends on the two days they are open? Or just the on Saturday they are open? And what time are they open Saturday's; Same times and Thursday's and Friday's?
They serve it every day they are open... Thurs/Friday for lunch and that first Saturday of the month. But it runs out fast!
Do they do catering? 50-60 people
Yes they do but you have to order two weeks in advance! Trust me too it is soooo worth it! :)
What day is generally less busy--Thursday or Friday? Are strollers allowed in line?
I took my stroller in and it was fine. We were there on a Thursday. Thankfully the line is inside so it's cool.
Is there a wait before the restaurant opens?
Yes. They open at 10:30am and people line up way before that. It could take 45 minutes to get thru the line once it opens depending on what time you arrive. Sometimes more than that. But it's so worth it.
Do you sell the rub that you use for your ribs,if not would you share the ingredients?
soon you will be able to purchase the rub
You might also consider
Why does Yelp recommend reviews?
54 reviews that are not currently recommended
The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.
12 years ago
1 year ago
9 years ago
1 month ago
2 years ago
1 year ago
11 months ago
6 years ago
7 years ago
4 years ago
9 years ago
2 years ago
3 years ago
8 years ago
5 years ago
7 years ago
3 years ago
7 years ago
9 years ago
7 years ago
Cattleack Barbeque - bbq - Updated September 2026
Best of Dallas
People found Cattleack Barbeque by searching for…
Trending Searches in Dallas, TX
Apple Cider Donuts near Cattleack Barbeque
Barbeque near Cattleack Barbeque
Birthday Dinner near Cattleack Barbeque
Biryani near Cattleack Barbeque
Brisket near Cattleack Barbeque
Buffet All You Can Eat near Cattleack Barbeque
Burnt Ends near Cattleack Barbeque
Cheap Breakfast near Cattleack Barbeque
Chicken And Waffles near Cattleack Barbeque
Chinese Buffet near Cattleack Barbeque
Cinnamon Roll near Cattleack Barbeque
Detroit Style Pizza near Cattleack Barbeque
German Restaurants near Cattleack Barbeque
Kimchi near Cattleack Barbeque
Korean Restaurant near Cattleack Barbeque
Late Night Coffee Shops near Cattleack Barbeque
Loaded Baked Potato near Cattleack Barbeque
Meat And Three near Cattleack Barbeque
Nachos near Cattleack Barbeque
Peach Cobbler near Cattleack Barbeque
Plate Lunch near Cattleack Barbeque
Pork Belly near Cattleack Barbeque
Skewers near Cattleack Barbeque
Smokehouse near Cattleack Barbeque
Study Cafe near Cattleack Barbeque
Browse Articles
Browse Nearby
BEST of Dallas, Texas Coffee near Cattleack Barbeque
BEST of Dallas, Texas Restaurants near Cattleack Barbeque
BEST of Dallas, Texas Desserts near Cattleack Barbeque
BEST of Dallas, Texas Sushi near Cattleack Barbeque
BEST of Dallas, Texas Things to Do near Cattleack Barbeque
BEST of Dallas, Texas Parking near Cattleack Barbeque
BEST of Dallas, Texas Hot Pot near Cattleack Barbeque
BEST of Dallas, Texas KBBQ near Cattleack Barbeque
Browse Brands
Related Searches in Dallas, TX
Best Appetizers to Enjoy Around Dallas, Texas
Best Bagels Available in Dallas, Texas
Best Chicken and Waffles Available in Dallas, Texas
Best Clam Chowder Options in Dallas, Texas
Best Fish Restaurants to Try in Dallas, Texas
Best Korean BBQ All You Can Eat Deals in Dallas, Texas
Best Places for BBQ Ribs in Dallas, Texas
Best Places for Poke in Dallas, Texas
Best Soul Food Dishes in Dallas, Texas
Best Vegan Restaurants to Try in Dallas, Texas
Crispy French Fries Favorites in Dallas, Texas
Delicious Soup Spots to Try in Dallas, Texas
Discover Authentic Filipino Food in Dallas, Texas
Discover Coffee & Tea Options in Dallas, Texas
Discover Korean Cuisine and Culture in Dallas, Texas
Discover Top Fast Casual Spots in Dallas, Texas
Discover the Best Ribs in Dallas, Texas
Enjoy Classic Hamburger Options in Dallas, Texas
Enjoy Delicious Hot Dogs in Dallas, Texas
Enjoy Patio Dining Options in Dallas, Texas
Enjoy the Best Cocktails in Dallas, Texas
Explore BBQ Restaurants Near Dallas, Texas
Explore Delicious Vegetarian Food in Dallas, Texas
Explore Popular Cocktail Bars in Dallas, Texas
Explore Popular Foodie Restaurants in Dallas, Texas
Find Family Friendly Restaurants in Dallas, Texas for All Ages
Find Fresh Lobster Dishes in Dallas, Texas
Find Fresh Salmon Dishes in Dallas, Texas
Find Professional Caterers in Dallas, Texas
Find the Best Cheeseburger Options in Dallas, Texas
Find the Best Cheesesteaks in Dallas, Texas
Find the Best Comfort Food Options in Dallas, Texas
Find the Best Delis to Try in Dallas, Texas
Find the Best Grilled Chicken Dishes in Dallas, Texas
Great Diners to Visit in Dallas, Texas
Highly Rated Japanese Restaurant Locations in Dallas, Texas
Order Fresh and Tasty Salad Options in Dallas, Texas
Savor Authentic Korean BBQ in Dallas, Texas
Taste Classic Southern Food Dishes in Dallas, Texas
Taste Delicious Hawaiian Food in Dallas, Texas
Taste Delicious Korean Food Options in Dallas, Texas
Taste the Best American Food in Dallas, Texas
Tasty Baked Potato Dishes in Dallas, Texas
Tasty Fish Sandwich Spots in Dallas, Texas
Top Chicken Sandwich Spots in Dallas, Texas
Top Places for Brisket Dishes in Dallas, Texas
Top Spots for Beef Ribs Dining in Dallas, Texas
Top Spots for Chicken Fried Steak in Dallas, Texas
