I just recently moved back to the DFW area after being away 20 plus years. I was pleased to see my favorite bbq place was still there on park row In Arlington. I've catered many meals back in the time and was always asked where I got the bbq. So, this past week I wanted to provide an Easter luncheon for the associates I work with and called in an order for David's. Well, the only thing that had changed was the price, ( hello inflation and the price of beef). But, past that it was still the best brisket and turkey that any bbq place has to offer! read more

I've eaten here, through the changes, since the 60's. The bbq sauce brings everything together and is world class. Ribs and brisket are flavorful, tender, juicy, and delicious None better. Really! read more

This is a new favorite spot of ours. Diane and all her staff were so polite and helpful. The brisket and ribs were so tender, the pork and beans was delicious (according to my hubby), and the potato salad was yummy! The sausage was nothing special, but it was still good. They also serve Oak Cliff soda which I absolutely love, and they have a soft serve ice cream machine that tastes like a dariette. The only thing we didn't care for was the bbq sauce, but we took it home and enjoyed our own sauce on the side. Can't wait to visit again! read more

I driving to David's BBQ trying to decide if I wanted Brisket or Ribs. Fortunately for the Drive Through attendant suggested that I get the combination plate with both. They really hit the spot!! As far as I'm concerned all the food is very good. But I especially enjoy their Brisket!!. The service is always friendly and very attentive. read more

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Back in Arlington, Texas & back at David's Barbecue, best damn ribs & brisket in town. Been here twice so far; this Yankee traces fifteen hundred miles from CT for dinner at David's; always a fantastic meal! Good parking, clean rest rooms & Dairy Queen ice cream for dessert. Winner all the way around! read more

I will say, the team was very friendly. Coming down to the food, Davis is very average. There's nothing that will blow you away, but nothing was terrible. I love coleslaw and that was probably the best thing we had on our plates. All that being said, a self-serve ice cream machine is always a welcomed site. read more

David's Barbecue - Turkey and a chopped beef sandwich with slaw and fries - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

A friend talked me into this place for lunch today. Great idea! Loved the ribs! They were absolutely great! The brisket was a little dry but it was still very tasty! The guys at the counter were very nice with any questions. read more

The food was great, with a large amount. Good conversation and friendly staff. It reminded me of my local spot at home read more

David's Barbecue - Brisket, ribs, sides - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

BBQ is always excellent and the staff is always friendly/accommodating. I know that not everyone is into southern fried okra, BUT if you are, they have the best ever!! Most of the time we pick up order-to-go from the side window. But don't miss the the inside visit. We will be back read more

I love me some David's BBQ my favorite is smoked turkey and potato salad. The service is always great and the atmosphere is laid back nothing special just clean and comfortable. The free old fashioned soft serve ice cream takes me back to childhood memories. When I want potato salad and don't feel like making my own they're always my go to spot. read more

David's Barbecue - Two meat Combo Ribs, Smoke Turkey, Potato Salad, and Baked Beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

Wow! David's is the epitome of Texas barbecue. You're greeted when you walk in, the employees are all so respectful and helpful, and the food is great! I went with my dad and we got beef brisket, pork ribs, onion rings, and fried okra. The brisket was good (maybe on the drier side considering we asked for moist brisket), but the ribs were outstanding! Both the fried okra and onion rings were perfect, couldn't have asked for better! Even my dad loved the onion rings, and he considers himself an onion ring connoisseur lol! read more

David's Barbecue - Beef Brisket, Pork Ribs, Fried Okra, and Fried Onion Rings - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

Great family bbq restaurant. The walls are covered in signed pictures and served is good cafeteria style. Super fun place. Best part is the ice cream cone at the end! The staff are so kind. They sliced my girls extra cheese to eat. Now to the food, all the meat was good. I liked the ribs best. The sides were ok. I wish there was a potatoe or something else as an option. The ice cream cone at the end was great and the toast was great tooo!! There's also a drive thru which I thought was cool for a BBQ. Definitely check this place out!! read more

David's Barbecue - Pork Ribs, Sausage, meat, toast, banana pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

First of all, I stopped eating to write this. That in and of itself should say it all. Brisket was amazing, well trimmed, flavorful, moist, but doesn't disintegrate when touched. Mild sausage was really good. The Okra is honestly a determining factor for me and for Texas okra at a BBQ place it was spot on. I could have had just that and been happy. Sauce was fantastic. If there were any small notes it would be a touch more salt and pepper in the potato salad, but that's just for the sake of having some kind of criticism. If you like good Texas BBQ and live in this area, and you don't make it a point to periodically visit this place and support them you will be doing yourself and the entire community a huge disservice. read more

David's Barbecue - Sliced Brisket, Sausage, Fried Okra, Potato Salad - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

BBQ is better than average, the sides are OK, not great. I don't drink anything, but water or tee, the tee taste bad, and the water is the worst that i have ever tasted, The Starbucks 2 blocks away has great water, David needs a water filter system, cooking with Pantego water ruins the beans and anything else that has water added. Davids BBQ water is Pantego water, it is non drinkable loaded with chemicals. read more

It's been 4 years since I've been to David's! I used to live right around the corner. I would go almost every Tuesday! The are very friendly here especially the Owner! Great atmosphere and great conversations !! This place has been in Pantego for many years and it's a staple for folks that live near by ! I wish I still lived in the area but I'll definitely be back for another visit ! The brisket and sausage was delicious and don't forget to ask if any burnt ends are available!! read more

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To add an update, David's remains what it's always been: a fine example of traditional Texas barbecue. It is the same it's always been. For many of us, that's a comforting thing. It's affordable compared to joints serving $35 + a pound prime brisket. It's a real skill for a pitmaster to consistently make great barbecue from lesser cuts. David's always honors that tradition. When I was growing up most barbecue joints served dry brisket, a bag of chips, and a bottle of Nehi. Sonny Bryan changed that, and that's what you get here. You won't find $8 Mac and cheese, or barbecue birria or tostadas or other concoctions, just basic Texas barbecue, honestly made, and delicious read more

Legendary Arlington BBQ. Eat in for the soft serve dessert. Or drive up window. Generous portions, perfection! read more

Best BBQ in Arlington. We've been eating here for years! Just had it for our family Christmas!

My family has been coming here for years. I absolutely love their food, it's great service and good ambience. It's a no frills experience which I appreciate. read more

I have eaten not only at David's bbq but his relatives in Dallas for 40 years. David's is the best. I have seen Jimmy, David's son, look at a piece of meat and throw it away. He only serves his personal best. Enough said Great food ! read more

Meats weren't the most amazing I've ever had, but the sides were great. The value is very good for the amount of food you get. The people were also very friendly. No wait, plenty of seating. read more

Went here for lunch on a Friday. Walked in the restaurant and was greeted by very friendly staff. Since it was my first time there, they explained to me how the line works and the ordering process. I order a chopped beef sandwich with two side of slaw and potato salad. Surprisingly the sides were self serve as you moved down the line cafeteria style. My sandwich was ready to be put on my plate towards the end of the serving line. Everything was fresh with large portions and a very reasonable price. The self-serve condiments table was a plus too. Now for the taste, I was not impressed with the BBQ at all. I couldn't taste any smoke or flavor. The sides were flavorful and seasoned. On your way out the restaurant they have an ice cream machine where you can get a complimentary cone. Overall, I love the friendly and helpful staff and the sides, but I'm going to pass on the meat. read more

Lively and packed family run bbq shop. The staff was friendly, happy, and eager to assist you, despite being busy. They had fun amongst themselves and the diners. They were truly the highlight of this restaurant :) The food, however, was no disappointment. The fried okra came recommended, and was lightly fried so the flavor was not overwhelmed by the breading. Sausage might have been the best I've ever had, flavorful, not too spicy, and "snapped" with every bite. Seems to be an Arlington establishment, with old photos and support for the local school teams. A good 'ole Texas bbq . read more

David's Barbecue - Pork Ribs, Sausage, Barbeque Beans, Fried Okra, Potato Salad - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

Second trip and this place is consistently awesome!!! I don't know why it's not packed! Yum!!! All of the staff are great and super helpful! read more

David's Barbecue - Three meat plate: ribs, sausage, and brisket. - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

Texas original BBQ place with all the standard meat and fix-in's going back many decades. What stands out is the fried okra and the shiner in a 16oz frozen goblet. Finish up with some soft serve ice cream on a sugar cone. Must check this out if looking for BBQ in the Arlington area! read more

David's Barbecue - Two meat plate - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

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Ribs& brisket are awesomely delicious! Love the potato salad as well. Friendly staff who provide excellent service with a smile!! This is our "go to" place when craving BBQ!! read more

Slice Brisket was some of the best I've ever had, 1st time here. Friendly staff cafeteria style but everyone behind serving and checking out were very kind. Old rustic feel, lots of pictures on the wall. read more

The BBQ is good although what I had today was on the dry side, I had to really load up on the BBQ sauce. The BBQ beans and fries on the side were very good. I appreciate them cooking the fries to order, there are few greater disappointments in life than soggy old fries. The wife had the ham sandwich and it was stacked with thinly sliced ham, she thought it was incredible along with the potato salad. Other highlights, they keep bbq sauce bottles in a warmer, a nice touch. As you would expect any authentic BBQ joint, they have onions and pickles on the side bar, help yourself. As an address bonus they also have jalapenos there. Definitely worth another try. read more

David's Barbecue - Bbq brisket, fries, beans and tea... Texas through and through - Barbeque Near Me - Pantego, Texas

An Arlington institution. Fabulous meats of all types, especially the brisket. Portions are large, I like the sliced beef sandwich with two sides and it's as big as my fist. Sides are very good. Real cane sugar fountain drinks available, also free ice cream for dessert. Service is quick and friendly. Recommended. read more

genuinely best onion rings I've had, they melted in my mouth, left full and with a to-go box in hand

Okay, I found my favorite barbecue joint close to my house. This place was really friendly and the food was amazing. I was there around 3:00 on a Thursday afternoon and the place was not crowded at all. Everyone who was working there was really friendly and when I told him I was there for the first time they walked me through the process Basically get in line out to the right look at the menu. Figure out if you want a dinner plate option or specific cuts. I went for a two meats plate that was turkey and pork ribs Then you move on to the side section where you can pick up either. Coleslaw, baked beans, potato salad and some extra barbecue sauce. Additionally, if you're looking for things like fried okra or if you're in the mood for french fries or even onion rings, you can request that and they will bring it out to your table. The place is oh it's been around for a while and the decor shows it but it was comfortable. It was clean and it was an authentic Texas BBQ experience. I grabbed a soda fountain drink, and got busy with the plate in front of me. The pork ribs were amazing. I am definitely going to be ordering this again. The turkey was thinly sliced and was really good. I just wish I had another couple of slices of bread to make a sandwich out of it. The coleslaw and the baked beans were great. No disappointment there. So the okra and the onion rings were wonderful. It was just so filling I couldn't finish them so I brought the rest home. Now let me share that you can actually get ice cream at this place So I grabbed a cone and have some soft serve ice cream after the meal The whole team there was amazing. Jesse behind the counter was awesome, friendly and made me feel comfortable. Diane at the register was very friendly and it was nice to talk with her. Other members of the family came out and I really do appreciate that. That was really nice that they were very friendly and helpful to other customers, not just me. I absolutely recommend this place. Would I go back again? Absolutely. Next time you're in the pantego area, please stop by. It is awesome, I'm telling you it is great barbecue. read more

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Excellent BBQ spot I have enjoyed for the past 25 years. Classic old BBQ joint feel and family style service with a smile. Great operation and I continue to work it into my BBQ rotation when I can since moving out of the immediate area. Don't skip on this Classic spot. read more

Excellent bbq and great customer service. Portions are huge. The bbq has great smoke and flavor.

Delicious BBQ, friendly staff, reasonable prices- what more could you ask for!!!! Great place to dine in or grab something at the drive-thru to take home. read more

Fantastic consistent BBQ - I had combo brisket and ribs with two sides - plenty - love the little ice cream cone- friendly service- clean old fashioned decor - you get your money worth read more

Good atmosphere, great customer service they were really nice. Good prices. But the food was not it. The brisket I'm just gonna be honest, it was trash some of the worst I've had. read more

Great spot for classic, old-school barbeque. The potato salad is way different than the norm, and delicious.

It was just ok. The chopped brisket was not very good. The ribs were tender but they didn't taste smoked. They tasted baked.

Great barbecue and service! Always friendly faces and great food! They never have gotten an order wrong yet! Home vibe

Great bbq isn't cheap and cheap bbq is rarely great. David's is delicious and has been forever! Consistent. Great people. Great food.