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Gatlin's BBQ

3.7 (1k reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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GATLIN'S BBQ ATMOSPHERE

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Brisket Platter
Elsie M.

From the moment I walked into Gatlin's BBQ, I felt right at home. The atmosphere is so warm and inviting it truly has that comforting, hometown feel. What made it even more special was being personally greeted by Mrs. Gatlin, which added such a genuine, personal touch to the experience. I ordered the brisket platter, and wow... it was A1. Easily some of the best brisket I've ever had perfectly tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. You can really taste the love and care that goes into the food here. Between the incredible food and the welcoming, down-to-earth vibe, this spot is something special. I'll definitely be back to Gatlin's BBQ real soon!

Mac and cheese
Macey M.

Ambiance: Rustic & clean BBQ spot with an amazing selection of meat plates, sides, and sandwiches! Fast and friendly service. Incredibly welcoming atmosphere, seemed many customers were returning patrons who knew the staff- something you rarely see these days! The Mac & cheese was delicious! Every side we ordered was very good. Highly recommend the smoked corn. The brisket was tender and a delicious flavor. Parking onsite. Food was brought out quickly despite being fairly busy for a Friday post-lunch crowd. Highly recommend Gatlin's!

Karl K.

OMG!! My wife and I frequent F&F, and were just there for Valentine's Day. When I found out my company was having BBQ catered I was excited. This stuff is . The brisket is so moist and seasoned. Love these beans as well. Another 5 star review for Gatlin's. PS. I'm taking a BIG doggie bag home from work

1/2 pound of spicy sausage  1/2 pound of lean brisket
Daisy P.

Gatlin's BBQ is a must try, everything we ordered we finished. What we ordered : - 1/2 pound of lean brisket - 1/2 pound of spicy sausage - Chopped Brisket sandwich - Medium Mac n cheese - Cucumber salad My favorite item to order at any BBQ place is a chopped brisket sandwich no BBQ sauce. Tasting the flavor of the meat with no sauce is my go-to to test how good the brisket is as well as the lean brisket. When you walk in you order first then sit anywhere. The young lady who helped us place our order was not friendly kind of rude. Although the other staff was very friendly checking in if everything was ok and letting us know where the to go boxes were. Restrooms and interior is very clean and spacious. Inside you can choose from booths, regular tables and high top tables.

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Artist C.

Service was horrible stood in line for 6 mins t with no one in front one from of me. Mind u this was after the lunch crowd. I ordered the spicy sausage and potato salad. Sausage was dry and cold.

Brisket and house wings with rice and fried okra
Jeanna A.

Still my favorite bbq in Houston. The brisket and wings are always cooked to perfection and with the best flavor. You can't go wrong with any of the wing flavors... but the house wings are probably my favorite. For sides, go with baked beans, Mac and cheese, collard greens. The fried okra is good too. A glass a wine and a cold beer and you're in for a great meal. Ran into Greg, the owner, on our most recent visit. Had a great chat about Gatlin's newer restaurant: Fin and Feather. He was trying out a new recipe, the Jamaican lobster roll, and gave us a taste test. A curry sauce with habaneros and plantains on the side. The salt and spice and flavor profile was aaaahhhh-mazing. Really looking forward to popping over to Fin and Feather and trying it out next.

Brisket Smoked corn Fried okra

Great spot with a good selection. Smoked corn was delicious. I'd go back just for that. We had the brisket and rank it 9 out of 10 Glass Eyes, using the Chef Ryan Conyer rating system, a commendable ranking indeed.

Wet brisket, pork sausage
Natalia R.

Food: 4/5 Wet Brisket: 6/5 The brisket was the best I have had up until this point in my life. The moist, fall apart in my mouth meat was the star of this meal. I did not need any sauce. Simply flavorful and succulent. Sausage: 3/5 I didn't love the sausage links. It was bland and did not have an impressive flavor. The snap was good, however it was nothing special. Service: 6/5 When my buzzer rang to pick up my food from the counter, there was an older lady who handed me my food. She was so sweet and a true example of Southern hospitality. Ambience: 5/5 The ambience was busy and modern. It was a recently renovated space that had many tables. Overall, I recommend stopping by Gatlin's for decadent brisket in the Houston area!

Tracey L.

My first attempt at coming here was on July 4th; I know, crazy right? I can't find the pictures, but if I do, you'll see the line was to the back of the restaurant. Side note, I stood right in line and met some friends, who are now showing me around Houston; so, it's a very sociable place too. It was so many people that the business started running out of food. But the really lovely thing, the staff let us know they were running out of food instead of just letting me and the others stand there. A little backstory I saw the owner on one of the morning shows here in Houston, and the bbq was looking really tasty, and I had just moved here too. So, right away, I said that's where I'm going. Well, I didn't make it to the counter on July 4th, but I made it this time. I ordered the combo plate, ribs, and brisket, and my sides were sweet potato and macaroni and cheese. And just like the host stated on the entertainment show, Gatlin BBQ is a staple, and you can't go wrong. The meat was literally falling off the bones, and I really enjoyed the sweet potatoes and macaroni cheese. This place really put a lot of love in their side orders. Speaking of sweet potatoes, there's a large baked potato on the menu; it's massive, the person in front of me ordered that, and it's not the usual baked potato. It's such a cute place inside, very spacious, with two full rooms; plenty of seating. I like the pictures and writings on the wall because I love to read while waiting in line when I go anywhere. I wanted to take more pictures, but people were sitting in that direction. To tell you a little secret, I had just left my orthodontist to get my braces adjusted, some brackets and bands were added, and because the ribs were so tender, I was still able to eat my meal and enjoy every bite.

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Ask the Community - Gatlin's BBQ

Is the barbecue served cafeteria style?

No. You place your order and then sit down and they bring it to you

Is there pork in the collard greens? Update: I called the restaurant today and they confirmed that it is pork.

No...they use smoked turkey.

Is Saturday for lunch very busy?

Evenings and Saturdays are always very busy... the service line, typically, moves fairly quickly.

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