Great food! Even better people! Comfortable surroundings. They have something on the menu for everyone. They are also a top selection for our company functions. read more

great food and service. Quiet, friendly atmosphere with big smiles in the service line.

Our first time here and having TX BBQ. Very tasty and reasonably priced. We arrived at Hobby Airport and were looking for somewhere to eat. This place popped up on my map and it's so close to the airport. The portions looked huge so we got the Child's Plate instead that came with 2 sides and choice of meat and drink. This must be a very good place because it filled up quickly with locals at lunchtime. It's located right off Airport Blvd in a "dodgy" looking strip mall. Had doubts when we saw someone sleeping on the sidewalk nearby. But don't let it deter you, go in for some tasty BBQ and "rustic" ambiance. read more

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Today October 13, I decided to get some good old Texas barbecue. I actually live near Central Texas BBQ on Airport Boulevard. I really wanted to and should've done was go to Terry Blacks BBQ in the Heights since it's the new place I haven't tried or my particular favorite rave Corkscrew BBQ in Spring. It was a little bit too long of a drive especially on a weekday, but it is what it is so I go to the Airport location. I ordered a one meat (sliced brisket) dinner with two sides and a drink. I took it to go and my two sides were cornbread dressing and broccoli rice cheese casserole. You can't go wrong with either and that proved to be true. Both were moist & flavorful. The casserole was thick & not soupy -- perfect & delicious! Same with the dressing which tasted & reminded me of Thanksgiving! Look at the pictures that I've also accompanied with this review. Those two items and the drink were the best parts of the meal. When I got home and looked at the brisket that was the worst brisket I have seen in a long time. This is Texas. How do you screw up brisket? Well, it can be done & they did it. This brisket was very dry. No taste to it. It looked like it had been cut by a deli slicer based on the mark on the meat. Check the photos. That brisket was so dry you can't miss the marks! Are you serious? Well, the meat was super dry barbecue sauce couldn't save it and I tried. Yes, I committed a mortal sin. That's taboo about Texas barbecue. When it's done right, tou never need bbq sauce. You don't even need utensils. If you go to Lockhart, Kreuz actually disdain people from using utensils. The only time it's forgiven is when you go to order ice cream or other desserts. So I shot it down my better Angels to visit Central Texas. That won't ever happen again. Simply look at the pictures that you will understand why this was the worst barbecue I perse I've ever had if you have been to that particular location and you've had success you got lucky and good for you because that's a lot of money to spend on bad barbecue. It's even a lot to spend on good barbecue but at least you're getting what could be deemed your money's worth. I didn't get mine. That was horrible barbecue. Once again the pictures tell the story. The great sides can't save this location! I even did a TikTok review of it so look it up. I am hammerhead on TikTok. Check it out so you can actually see what the pictures reveal. Anyhow, enough of that kind of stuff. Look, there are good barbecue places but as far as I can tell, and I've been to several of them, none are within the city limits. There are no good barbecue places in Houston. I've been to Willows & Pinkerton's. No way, bro! I haven't been to Terry Blacks but I've been to J Bar M near downtown. Are you serious? That's horrible barbecue for the money and you pay that excruciatingly high price because it's the real estate so no thanks. Man, the bands who have played there are better than the barbecue in my mind. That's why I don't go back. I've gone there twice. The 2nd time reminded me why this place sucked. The sides give it only ONE Star. Go anywhere else except the Central Texas BBQ location on Airport. Try the one in Pearland, but if that's not much better, why do you wanna spend your hard earned money on stuff on mediocre quality.? There are better places even if you gotta drive beyond the city limits. It's worth a drive especially for the money. read more

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I lalalove this place. Family owned and operated. Great BBQ at a reasonable price. Come here when Im in the Hobby area. read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Best BBQ in Houston. Also the service is great. I come here often. My favorite is the turkey plate with sides.

My family came across this spot while looking for highly-rated bbq by the Hobby airport. Central Texas Bar B Q did not disappoint! We all got an array of menu items like combo plates, loaded potatoes, desserts, and sandwiches. The staff was incredibly friendly. They helped us out with the menu, and my mom with some veggie options. They even asked our feedback about the food, and offered complimentary desserts as a way to thank us! The highlights were definitely the bread pudding, apple pie, and loaded potatoes. The bread pudding amazed my entire family and we ended up ordering more to-go. The area is not the best. There were multiple signs warning visitors not to leave valuables unattended. The parking lot is pretty slow and has plenty of spots available. Inside the restaurant is spacious, with plenty of seating available. Lots of fun decor to look at as well. I definitely recommend for yummy barbeque! read more

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This is a place that worth to try! The food are nice . Especially the fat beef brisket. Their service is warm and friendly. read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

*ADJUSTED REVIEW* My initial review used the word "catered", as that is how our school leaders presented the luncheon to us at the start of our meeting. I received a message insinuating that I may have been mistaken about the restaurant that my school ordered a meal from since there was no catering or restaurant staff present to set up and serve the meal to us. Attached is the agenda introducing the name and menu to us which includes the name of the restaurant. I am not trying to troll or be rude, I was simply offering a review as I've done with several other restaurants and or businesses on Yelp based on my experience. I realize my review was not favorable, but it is not exaggerated or targeted, and simply addresses my first experience and impression of this business. It just wasn't great. My school had a catered staff lunch: ham, turkey, potato casserole, green beans, macaroni and cheese, and yams. The sides were all a miss in terms of both taste and presentation; green beans were lacking in flavor, the cheesy potato casserole was dry and almost tasted like instant potatoes, the macaroni and cheese was runny/soupy, and the color of the yams was very "bright". The turkey was ok, but didn't have the flavor or taste that barbecue/smoked turkey usually has and the ham was overly salty. read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Wow, brisket was so tender and juicy, I'm so glad I was close by, so I yelped for bbq and found a nearby place that had decent reviews. This place is a gem, the service of everyone was a10 and I think it was the owner that helped me with my 5 combo orders, getting them in a box The ambience of the place is what a great bbq place should look like I will always go back whenever I'm in town Fantastic Even the local Texans that ate the food with me agreed that the brisket was top notch even for Texas The size of the meal was big and plenty to fill a grown man. read more

One of my favorite places to come for lunch their food is always spectacular. You walk through and order your food so the service is always on spot and it's been here forever and I love the ambience of the way. Everything is set up. read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Ordering food - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Food is delish! the jalapeño sausage was yum and flavorful. ribs were cooked to perfection. love the sides too. the green beans and coleslaw were mildly sweet and just the way I like it! ate everything on my plate. can't wait to come back!! read more

Food was incredible! The staff were very kind! Overall it was perfect place to watch the World Cup and have lunch!

Food was GREAT!!!! service was Great Restaurant was clean and organized GREAT PLACE AND TEAM read more

The food and service is always amazing here! If you're around the area you gotta try it for lunch. I've tried the half baked potato and the lunch special is always a great option! 10/10 would recommend read more

This hole in the wall is easily missed, but shouldn't be! Outstanding food, and great staff. We were looking for a good BBQ place before heading to the airport and this place didn't disappoint. A two meat plate with an extra side was plenty of food for us to share. read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - 2 meat plate, with extra side. - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Fast and friendly service. Huge portions and delicious food. Decent prices. Ample seating and parking. Only thing I could ask for would be longer hours. Still 5/5 stars. Definitely be back! read more

Food is awesome great customer service. Staff is always smiling. Always willing to offer suggestions read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Brisket,ribs,potato salad and bake beans - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Good ribs. There were only 3 small pieces of brisket on my lunch special plate. They seemed to hide it in lots of bbq sauce. Tasted very good but small portions. read more

This is one of the best barbecue places in Houston. They have amazing food, homemade sides. Everything is very good. Their desserts are good too. The service you won't be disappointed. Take a pic of it like that. read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Chop beef sandwich and homemade macaroni - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Central Texas BBQ is the kind of dining establishment you can only find in Texas. Smiling staff are helpful and friendly. Meats are deliciously slow smoked, and portions are generous. Great stop across from Hobby Airport, especially now that Pappas BBQ is no longer at Hobby. read more

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They serve cafeteria style. It's a varied menu, so just tell them what you want. They dish it up quickly, pay them, and have a seat. Four big containers of sweet or unsweetened tea, plus the usual sodas. Barbecue has a good smoke. Brisket is the firm variety and you can get jalapeno sausage as well as pulled pork and some others. Thus place excels at sides. I had broccoli rice casserole a day turnip greens, plus a side order of chili. The large chili will easy make a meal all by itself. This place has been consistently good for years. read more

I always enjoy finding a good local joint that's unpretentious. That's exactly what you'll find with Central Texas BBQ. I ordered the jalapeño hot links and brisket. I found the hot links just spicy enough. The brisket was a bit dry for my taste. It normally comes with sauce which would have helped. The service was friendly and helpful. read more

Ate at this place during a long layover, it's so close to the airport we made it there and back no problem. Service is super fast, even if there's a line they keep it moving. Food was great, tons of meats and sides to try, everything we had was filling and tasty. Our favorites were the ribs, brisket, and twice baked potato side. The bbq sauce was on point too. Definitely a local spot, everyone was super friendly. read more

I've been coming here for years and the food still just as good as the first time. Taste great, friendly and attentive service. If you haven't been here, I recommend it. read more

This place was alright. I got the one meat brisket place, and wow they really packed it on. I had two meals with the amount of meat I got. However, the meat was dry...It had good flavor, but I wish it had been moist. They also give you two sides with the meal, and I got potato salad and mac and cheese. I also tried the loaded potatoes. Sides were all great and large portions. If the meat was better, I would definitely eat here again. Fair prices. 8.7/10 read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Brisket 1 Meat and 2 Sides - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great food and awesome service! Really quick and decent prices for good bbq! The staff was very helpful in answering my questions and providing suggestions. read more

Best local bbq! You have to stop by. You might miss it driving by. Everyone who works nearby knows how good it is. Second location in Pearland just as good. Terrific specials. Amazing deserts. Just all around awesome. read more

This was my first time coming here. The service was outstanding and everyone was super nice! As soon as you walk in the establishment you get a nose full of the good ole BBQ smell. I got the 2 meat lunch special and it comes with 2 sides. I got the brisket and ribs with baked beans and cabbage. In my opinion the brisket was a lil dry but still was good. And the young lady gave me a chunk of the bottom core of the cabbage. The cabbage was really seasoned and soft. The customer service was OUTSTANDING. I will be back s/o to the man cutting the meat and the lady at the cash register. read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Bread Pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great food friendly staff relaxing atmosphere have been coming here for years amd will continue to come here in the fiture also

Have done business with them for over 16 years. Always great food and service! Catering is highly recommended!

Been all over Texas, and this is the best BBQ around. Get there early because they sell out daily.

Tuesday early lunch. Just came out of the airport after an early morning flight and stopped for some lunch. The parking area warns you to lock your car and take all your valuables, we were one of only a few cars so it was a bit concerning but the reviews were awesome so we kept moving. Everywhere we have gone in Houston has these signs so ... So glad we did ... The lunch special we got includes 1 meat, 2 sides and a tea. The serving sizes are huge and so tasty. We had the pulled pork, broccoli & rice casserole, green beans, cabbage, cole slaw and Turkey. Loved it all ! Watched someone eat ribs and they were falling-off-the-bone, we want those next time! #Recommended #VickieTravelz read more

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Great food!! Awesome family owned business. Such a great place. I will be back like always

Excellent food and service. Very friendly staff. Dining area is clean. I have never had a bad meal here. Great lunch spot.

Excellent food, Great service, Huge eating area kept cool & very clean with a decor and atmosphere you'd expect from a BBQ restaurant.

great customer service and suggestions. Katie and Albert were such a help and Jenny took my order to perfection. will come back

The service and employees are great but the BBQ is subpar by far. The chopped brisket isn't even brisket it is a roast or different cut of meat they shredded and is 60% fat. The pork is chopped pork chops not like traditional pulled pork. The ribs are dry and tough. The sides are on a steam table and look like they been sitting for days. Much better BBQ in the area don't go looking for true Texas BBQ. read more

This place was recommended by our shuttle driver recently when visiting! I was super excited because I always hear good things about Texas BBQ. I have to say that service was nice, the team there was very friendly. It's got back yard bbq vibes as far as the inside , that was kinda cute. However the food was not what I expected for such a highly recommended place. I had ribs and brisket. The brisket was soggy , the ribs had a distinct taste I don't know what it was but $24 and I basically didn't eat the meat. I had a broccoli and rice side - it was good and dressing(it was ok, a little too salty for me). read more

Central Texas Bar-B-Q - Ribs, brisket, Cornbread Dressing and Broccoli and Rice - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

We always order the dressing for Christmas and we Love it. Barbq is pretty good also, but manly go here for the catering menu around the holidays. read more