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

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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

Cattleack Barbeque - Brisket, burnt ends, broccoli salad, sausage, and macaroni and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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

Cattleack Barbeque - Best meat in the world. - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

Cattleack Barbeque - Bbq plate! Look at those pork ribs! - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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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

Cattleack Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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

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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

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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 Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Ordered 1 - Trinity Platter: comes with 2 skronny pork ribs, 1 slice brisket and 1 sausage roll (1lb meat total) - $29.99 1 side burnt ends beans $4.95 1 side potato salad $4.95 1 side of cornbread $3.79 Total: $71.17 If I had to rate my overall experience from this restaurant I would honestly give it 1 star. I'm sorry I did not like anything that I ordered. Everything tasted weird, unseasoned, and bland. The dry rubs were spicy. The meat was unseasoned and lacked flavor. The sides lacked salt and flavor as well. I would definitely not visit this restaurant again. read more

Cattleack Barbeque - Receipt - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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

Cattleack Barbeque - Briskets !! Pastrami bomb. Waygu bomb - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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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

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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

Cattleack Barbeque - Chopped brisket sandwich with slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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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

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Never disappoints!!! If you are unsure about going then I am here to tell you just go. read more

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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

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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

Cattleack Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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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

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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

Cattleack Barbeque - Everything is great here. Try everything - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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

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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

Cattleack Barbeque - Lean brisket, spicy sausage, Mac and cheese, beans and corn bread. - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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

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Yuppy overpriced bbq, tailored for out of staters who moved here and don't know any better. Decor is cheap junk from hobby lobby or some other temu like shop. What you see in the picture was $102 for two plates and some sides. Thin slice of brisket ( didn't paass the bend test even closely), one rib and a sausage that would leave any woman dissatisfied if brought on a date. The location where this place is at is in the middle of offices and business that have made it clear they don't want the bbq place's parking there and seem keen to tow. Great representation of the direction DFW and texas as a whole is going in sadly. Save your money and go somewhere else, Dallas has plenty! read more

Cattleack Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Cattleack definitely knows how to cook BBQ. The brisket is legit -- tender, flavorful, and easily the highlight. The other meats we tried were solid as well. No complaints on the quality of the protein. The sides, however, were pretty mediocre and didn't stand out. On the dessert side, the crack cake and banana pudding were both excellent and worth ordering. Where this place really falls short is customer service. The owner and staff don't engage at all beyond the cashier taking your money. No interaction, no welcoming vibe, no pride shown in the food. It feels like a missed opportunity, especially when you compare it to places like Hutchins or Terry Black's where the staff is friendly, conversational, and adds to the overall experience. With BBQ prices being what they are these days, it's hard to recommend Cattleack when there are so many other Texas BBQ spots offering the full package -- great food and great service. The meat is good, but the overall experience just doesn't measure up. read more

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

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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

Cattleack Barbeque - Hatch & cheese sausage Spicy sausage Whole hog pulled pork Lean Wagyu brisket Brisket dirty rice Street corn - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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

Cattleack Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

It has been 7 years since I first tried Cattleack. The main reason was I can't make it to their regular hours when they are open during the week. Since after receiving a Michelin guide mention, I made sure to comeback one Saturday. I just need to figure out which month. 4th of July weekend is definitely the Saturday I'd like to go back. Arrived at 9:35am with about 50+ people already in line. Doors opened at 10, we made it to the ordering counter about an hour later. Finally seated at 11:10am with our Texas Trinity Plate + extra 1/2lb of pork ribs, street corn, potato salad and 2 pc of cornbread. It's definitely the same great taste from 7 years ago. I initially wanted to try the ribeye but it was sold out by the time I made it to the counter. I guess, more good reason to comeback another Saturday. read more

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Second time in Dallas, and got to slip something during hectice family wedding weekend. My cousin recommended this and we arrived here at 10 am in the morning on a Saturday , and we were so lucky because usually they close on Saturday and only opens the first Saturday of the month! We ended up waiting for an hour and it didn't disappoint (?) I still couldn't tell the difference between the other famous bbq place that my family took me last time. While waiting, I just realized that this place was part of Michelin guide restaurant collection and got more excited. We ordered bunch of their special weekend cuts. It was wagyu brisket and the other one was ribeye. They were very juicy, not gonna lie. They also have plenty of seats inside, so we got seats right away without waiting. Their vibe is welcoming with country music in the background. A lot of people ordered for to go and we also bought some for to go as well. read more

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Cattleack keeps limited hours and is mainly open during lunch hours, so we were excited to finally catch them when they were open. Though we came in the last hour of when they were open for the day, they hadn't run out of anything yet. Our favorite was the beef rib, which was tasty and well-seasoned. I wanted to like the brisket, but it was drier than expected. The burnt end beans were delicious, and the mac was a bit too saucy for our taste. Overall, it wasn't hands down the best BBQ I've *ever* had, but I can still understand the hype! read more

Cattleack Barbeque - Rib, brisket, mac, beans - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Hands down the BEST, BEST, BEST barbecue we've ever had. Worth standing in line for on a Friday late morning. And the line was honestly not a huge wait for lunch time. We had the brisket and it was 10/10 perfection, truly just melts in your mouth and had the perfect amount of crust to it. The sides were insane - I was honestly speechless. The Mac, the beans, the cornbread, all of it. And the banana pudding!!?? OMG. We were so glad we ordered extra to take home. And seating was easy, FCFS tables AFTER you order, and it was never a long wait to be seated once you got your food. Very chill and casual environment. This will for sure be our first stop every time we're visiting Dallas. read more

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Parking is unfun but well worth it if you can get in. Excellent service and great food.

Cattleack BBQ - Worth Every Minute of the Wait! My wife and I flew in from San Diego just to try this place--and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. We arrived two hours before opening, and the line already had a buzz of excitement. The staff was incredibly friendly, making everyone feel welcome, and the atmosphere was lively and full of BBQ lovers who clearly knew they were in for something special. Now onto the food: The beef rib was absolute perfection--incredibly tender and packed with deep smoky flavor, melts in your mouth like butter. The Wagyu brisket was beautifully marbled and had that perfect bark. Pork ribs? Fall-off-the-bone good. And the sausage had just the right snap and seasoning. The only thing that didn't quite hit the mark for me was the Wagyu bologna--maybe just a matter of personal taste, but everything else more than made up for it. This place is a must-visit BBQ destination. If you're serious about smoked meats, Cattleack BBQ is absolutely worth the trip--even from out of state. read more

Cattleack Barbeque - Bbq - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

"Where Wednesday through Friday lunches turn into Texas-sized flavor rodeos." TL;DR: Brisket with bark you can hear crunch in your dreams, sausage with a kick like a rodeo bull, turkey that'll make you consider switching holiday traditions, and banana pudding that could settle family feuds. Stamp 17 earned with a full belly and a happy heart. It was mid-morning Friday, and I was on a mission. The 17th stamp in my Texas Monthly BBQ passport had my name on it, and Cattleack BBQ was calling louder than a dinner bell on a ranch. Doors open just three days a week, plus a rare first Saturday each month, so you know this joint doesn't play around. I rolled up at 10:30 and lucked out, no line stretching outside this time. The smell of smoked meat hit me like a freight train hauling mesquite logs. I struck up a chat with a couple fresh from San Antonio making their first pilgrimage here. We swapped BBQ war stories, counting down the minutes until meat nirvana. Thirty minutes later, I was face-to-face with the counter of dreams. My tray filled fast: brisket, turkey, sausage, pork ribs, and those dark, glistening burnt ends. For sides, potato salad and street corn because a man needs his veggies, and cornbread that looked like it could win state fair ribbons. The grand finale, banana pudding, standing proud like a trophy in a plastic cup. This meal had some kick. The sausage packed enough heat to make a grown man tear up with joy, the street corn brought a fiesta of spice and lime, and the cornbread had attitude, the kind that separates the bold from the meek. The turkey? Absolute perfection, juicy slices with seasoning that danced across every bite. The ribs and brisket had solid flavor but leaned on the firmer side, still worth every chew and every napkin used. Like the good husband I am, I boxed up a few treasures for the side dish queen back home: turkey, cornbread, and banana pudding. That evening, she declared the turkey a hit, called the cornbread too fiery for her royal palate, and anointed the banana pudding "great" with a satisfied smile. Stop 17 is stamped, sealed, and delivered into BBQ history. Thirty-three more shrines of smoked glory await my pilgrimage. Final dad line: I told my wife this BBQ was hotter than a Texas sidewalk in August. She said, "That explains why you're sweating like a brisket on the pit." read more

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The line is long but the wait is worth it. Got here at about ten on a Saturday and the line was pretty long. We waited a little over an hour and this plate of food plus some crack cake totaled about $108. The brisket is certainly the best I have ever had. The sausage was the first thing gone off my plate it was fantastic and cheesy with the perfect and of spice. The mac and cheese was also quite amazing. We did not see anyone else getting the chopped pork and man are they missing out! Fantastic place overall to stop in if you have the time on the first Saturday of the month or on the few weekdays they are open. read more

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I honestly liked this BBQ a lot better than Terry Blacks or Hutchins. Flavors were stronger and I think prices were cheaper overall for what I got. Mac and cheese was alright, kinda watery but I liked the shape of the pasta. Hella chill spot. read more

Cattleack Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Wow my expectations were higher based upon all of the reviews and pictures but honestly, the Wagyu brisket was very tender, but didn't have much flavor. I had to add barbecue sauce to give it more flavor. The burnt ends were fantastic, and the Wagyu baloney was out of this world, I was hoping for a better experience, but everybody's taste buds are different. I was 35 deep standing outside going in and when I left, there was still people outside waiting to get in so everybody's taste things differently. read more

Cattleack Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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