We had a great experience at this BBQ spot! The food was fresh, hot, and definitely worth trying. We did have about an hour and a half wait for our food, which was a little longer than expected, but the service was really great throughout the entire experience. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of. We got to go and our food was still hot. You could tell the food was prepared with care. Even with the long wait, the great customer service made a big difference. Definitely a place we'd consider coming back to! read more

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I'm sorry but I would not recommend this barbecue joint. Sorry guys, I love your story and think it's cool. I'm assuming you guys live not having to work a full week and make enough money in a couple of days to live happily. But I'm just gonna tell you the truth from a customer's perspective. Let me first tell you that I have been a barbecue fanatic for approximately 7 years. It started the first time I went to a REAL barbecue joint in Lockhart. I had no idea barbecue could be this good. Then when I saw my first Texas Monthly Top 50 Passport at Hutchins in McKinney, I was on a mission. That award period I visited 38 of the top 50. Since then I've probably been to 60+ locations that have at one time or another landed on the Top 50 list. I've only been to Goldee's once but here are my take away: - I arrived at 11:00am on a Friday. The line wasn't terrible and I made it to the counter at 12:30pm. In just that short period of time they ran out of all their specialty offerings for the day except lamb sausage, which can be common. But they also ran out of their everyday pork ribs. Now COME ON! This place was #1 last ranking and #3 this time. You can't cook enough ribs to take care of customers that line up when you open? - The lamb sausage was very good. It definitely stood out as something unique, memorable and noteworthy. - Brisket was good but nothing that made me think it was better than most and definitely not worth coming back and standing in line for. - Side items: all they had that was appealing to me was Mac and cheese and pinto beans and neither of those were notable. - I ordered a beef rib because they were out of everything else. No turkey, pork, chicken. It was like any other beef rib. Good but way too rich and greasy. I can never eat much of that. And I like VERY moist (fatty) brisket. - That brings me to my next point. This is the ONLY place I have ever heard of that does not let you pick the style of brisket you like. They force you to take half moist and half lean. The reason I never cared for barbecue (particularly brisket) before I went to Lockhart was because it was too dry. Even with proper Texas BBQ, I NEVER eat lean brisket. There just isn't enough flavor and juice for my liking. On the other hand, I know several people that hate all the fat. And they are forcing those people to take what they do not like in order to get what they want. It is an insane way to serve Texas BBQ. - Drinks? They have a standup cooler with some sodas and bottled tea. It's hard to find a BBQ joint in Texas that does serve fresh brewed tea. They don't. - Location and seating: it's basically like a single-wide mobile home. Very small entry/order area and very few seats. If you don't get there 2 hours before they open, you will be standing outside for 1.5+ hours, maybe spend 15 mins inside, and have to take your food to go. - Hours?! I'm sorry, I understand you can do what you want, work when you want, have whatever quality of life you want. But if you're gonna be sought out as the best of the best in Texas, think about your customers. Limiting yourself to only being open a couple of days per week makes it very difficult and uncomfortable for your customers to visit you. I can see you getting a handful of regulars and all those people like me that HAVE TO try you, but it definitely is not geared towards taking care of us and wanting us to come back. Bottom line, if you HAVE TO try them, I suggest getting there 1.5-2 hours before they open on a Friday. If you get there at 11, there's a good chance you will have wasted time in line for mediocre barbecue with very limited options. But these are the reasons why I would never recommend you and never think about coming back. read more

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Go. Show up early. Wait. Order lots of food. Don't forget dessert. It's all worth it.... Hands down, the best barbecue experience I've ever had. I was born and raised in Texas, so I've had my fair share of barbecue, but Goldee's takes it to another level. I recently moved away from Texas, and for my last weekend in town, all I wanted was one more great Texas barbecue experience. A few friends and I decided on Goldie's on a Saturday, and knowing it can get busy, we committed to the full experience. We showed up around 8:30 a.m. with lawn chairs, a cooler of drinks, and some games, and turned the wait into a tailgate. Right before they opened, a staff member came outside and walked everyone through the menu and ordering process. She explained the regular menu items and the specials they were featuring that day, which was helpful when it came time to decide what to order. And as a group of six, we ordered a lot. Honestly, that's the way to do barbecue: get a little bit of everything or, in our case, a lot of everything. The sliced brisket was fantastic, the pork spare ribs were excellent, and the pork belly was incredible. The pork belly was probably the biggest surprise for me because I've never considered myself a huge pork belly fan, but Goldee's may have completely changed my mind. The jalapeño sausage was also delicious. They were featuring Brahman that day, which was similar to brisket, and that was another standout. We also got a beef rib, which was, of course, fantastic. For sides, we had the mac and cheese and pork hash, and both were excellent. And then there's the banana pudding. I love banana pudding, and I genuinely don't think you can leave Goldee's without ordering it. Even a couple of the guys with us who aren't big dessert or sweets people were raving about it. From the food to the staff to the entire experience of hanging out with friends and tailgating before opening, Goldee's was everything I wanted for my last Texas barbecue stop. If you're serious about barbecue, Goldee's needs to be on your list. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Sausage, Pork Ribs, Beef Rib, Brisket, Brahman, Pork Belly - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

In my opinion, this place has best BBQ you can get. There is seating inside and outside. Yeah, you have to wake up early to get there and wait in line IF you want to guarantee you get your pickings but it's so worth the experience. There's nothing like being amongst fellow bbq enjoyers and foodies, answering their questions and seeing their expression when they take that first bite. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Brisket, house sausage, jalapeño and cheese sausage, turkey, beans, macaroni and cheese with homemade bread - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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Made the short drive over from Weatherford (45 minutes) literally down the road in Texas terms. Arriving around 1230 the line was oh about an hour and a half to 2 hours long. We almost didn't wait but so glad we did. So one of the guys came out and did a menu introduction and a Goldee's intro as well. Without futher ado here's the order: 2 lbs of brisket 2 links of Lao sausage (Sticky rice/fish sauce) Kale Cole Slaw Potato Salad A subtle smell of seasoning & traditional seasoned Texas Post Oak smoke rolled out of the front door... At the counter we were greeted with two gentleman slicing and dicing all the proteins. A tray stacked with the goods we made our way to a table. First bite of brisket without sauce.... Perfect, literally the way I think a brisket should be served hot dripping with juices. No one asked what type of cut or the dreaded "lean or wet" question was asked nor was it needed. Brisket and sauce was just as delectable. The bark was well rounded never offensive or bitter. The Lao sausage was a well received addition though maybe not the compliment to the brisket. Sides: Potato Salad was straight out of a Bavarian Beir Garten with the green onions and vinegar. Excellent touch to cut the rich meats. Kale Slaw again was another great addition with the cutting hint of ACV. Excellent well rounded rendering of the Texas tradition of fall apart smoked meats. I'd say the #3 ranking Texas Top 50 BBQ joints fits really well. I'm going to recommend and suggest this Brisket to strangers near and far. Job well done. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Brisket, loa sausage, Bavarian Tater salad, slaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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Easily top 5 bbq spots in the country! I never thought I would have fun waiting in a line for food, but it was so much fun and should be on every bbq lovers list to do. I got here at 9am (2 hours before opening) and the line was already snaked around. The time flew by. From start to finish was about 3 hours. 2 hours waiting before opening and about an hour once they opened. Food review: Brisket- top tier. Pull apart, great smoke ring and delicious. Turkey- 9/10- should be on everyone's list to get when they are here. Jalapeno&Cheddar Sausage- 8/10. Delicious but not as juicy as Hutchins Lao Sausage- 6/10. Decent but not something I would get again. Not sure if they do this all the time or if it was a special. Sides Mac &Cheese- if you like creamy mac&cheese, get the large! 10/10 Beans- good and would order again but I would probably only get the small Dessert- banana pudding 7/10. Good flavor. read more

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checked out Goldee's Barbecue on a Saturday around 12:05 p.m., and there was definitely a line, but not as bad as I expected. It wrapped a bit around the building, and seeing stacks of camping chairs told me people had been there early. Still, we got through the line and had food in about an hour. Quick tip, I saw someone on Reddit suggest getting there around 1:30 p.m., and honestly that is the move. By the time we were seated, the line had dropped to just a few people, and when we left around 2 p.m., there was no line at all. We even walked right back up to grab merch with zero wait. They still had almost everything too, only the mac and cheese was sold out. Now the food was absolutely worth it. Our full spread was about $84, which felt super reasonable for the quality and amount. Brisket was insanely tender and moist, it just melts. Pork belly was the star for me, rich and juicy, and paired with this light almost jam like sauce that cuts the fat perfectly. The jalapeño cheese sausage was probably the best I have ever had. The Lao sausage was super fragrant with lemongrass and garlic, really unique and flavorful. They also give you sticky rice, which was so good, and free water bottles. They even threw in a free sausage for us, which was a really nice touch. Overall everything was dialed in, from the food to the experience. I would 100 percent come back. Just time it right and you can skip the long wait. read more

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*sighs* I said I was gonna gate-keep this from all my friends, but I can't. Firstly, we got EXTREMELY lucky with how short our line was. We came at noon on a gloomy Thursday morning and we were able to sit down and eat our food at 1pm. Service was quick! Staff was extremely friendly and hilarious, making the experience a good one from top to bottom. Great job, team. Barbecue was TO DIE for. Some of the best I've had in all of DFW. It's a bold claim, I know, but you've gotta go try it for yourself. Brisket was so tender and melt-in-your-mouth, the jalapeño cheddar sausage was amazing, and the sides were PHENOMENAL. Great mac and cheese. The space is clean, small, and cozy. Would love for more seating for the sake of the line, but I understand the hype and exclusivity appeal. Very southern, very mobile-home, very cool. Well done. read more

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If you are in DFW area, this is something you have to experience at least once. We took a Friday off work , set our alarms, and got in line around 7:45 AM. We brought folding chairs and a cooler with adult beverages. The set up is actually well thought out with portable toilets and a hand washing station so you're comfortable while you wait. While in line, we met BBQ lovers from all over. The closer you are to the front, the better the show. You get a front row view of those massive smokers, watching them tend the fire and add wood and load in the meats. It's BBQ theater! Around 11 AM, someone comes out and explains what's on the menu that day. This is when you should lock in your order. I'll explain why later. They lead in small groups at a time, which is honestly genius. It keeps things moving while giving people time to order and find a seat in the small dining area. When you walk in, it all hits you. The smell, the energy, the sound of butcher paper being unwrapped. It is a full on sensory overload. My mouth is watering, my brain was trying to keep up, and suddenly remembering my order felt like high high-pressure!! Here's how it works, you tell one person your order, they shouted down the line eventually to the cashier and everything moves fast. We thought we had it together, but in the chaos, we got charged for four ribs we never received. Lesson learned, know your order and check your tray. What we did get was incredible that included a massive Dino rib, slices of brisket, two kinds of sausage, turkey and several sides. The mac & cheese is a must. Plus they include plenty of their homemade white bread. I won't ruin it by saying more about the food. Let's just say that there is a reason they earned a Michelin star. This wasn't just a meal, it was a whole experience. read more

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I was in Dallas for the Electric Callboy concert and I knew I had to try Goldee's since it wasn't far away. It was a cold and rainy day in the middle of April. I assumed that the line would be smaller because of that. I was wrong. I got there at about 9:30 am. The line was still long. I stayed and I finally got inside the building around 12pm. I got a pound and a half of brisket,half a pound of pork belly,one pork rib and three sausage links. The hot link,the jalapeño cheese and the regular sausage. The brisket was amazing. The pork belly was pretty good as well. The sausages and the pork rib were just okay in my opinion. They gave me the hot link sausage for free. The line moved fairly quickly and the employees were very friendly. They seemed happy to work there. It was a great experience,but I will have to admit something important. I'm a bbq connoisseur and I am coming to the conclusion that waiting for hours for great bbq isn't worth it anymore. Goldee's BBQ was good. I would suggest finding a place in the city that you live in that has good bbq and skip waiting in long lines for hours. Places like Goldee's are a one and done or a once every few years or so. By the way,all the food I got totaled with tip $150. The money and your time makes it not worth it in my opinion. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - It's Brisket,Sausages,Pork Belly and one Pork Rib. I got a side of beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Best BBQ in DFW! Arrived on a Friday at 10:55am and had to wait just over 2 hours in line. The team serving the food was super nice & encouraging. They did run out of several things before we made it to the counter, so get here early if you want something specific! There are 8 tables with old rustic decor & you typically are sharing a table unless you have a 4 person party. Got a little of everything, with standouts being everything. Specially liked the pork belly, ribs, and banana pudding (with no banana chunks & cinnamon crunchies instead). read more

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I'll give it a five stars because everything was great. They ran out of a few items by the time we reached of them. The people working there were so friendly so great to give us some updates of what's left on the menu. The the staff was awesome. I would like to come here again, but my family that I came with said it's a one and done for them. They would rather go to Daynes combined at all because I do love Daynes Bbq. Send it outside they give you chairs so you can sit in line. They also provide water and sometimes beer. Just be careful when the wind picks up the dust from the parking lot I'm straight at you. Small seating area inside a little bit on the outside. All in all great experience. Thanks for all who keep this establishment running beautiful place great barbecue. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - It's real... 3 hrs later lol - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

I wish I could rate this place 5 stars to the moon. It's the best bbq you can find in the DFW area! Easy to find parking but it's a long wait and you will want to get here incredibly early. We showed up an hour before opening and waiting for 2.5 hours. Sunscreen, umbrella, bring them! There are seats in case you want to sit down. I had Banana pudding - I'm so proud of them I loved the crumby parts. I got 3! Brisket baked beans were fantastic, no mistakes were had here. Lemon kale slaw salad - I desperately needed a salad with all the meat I got, haha! I wish I got a second one cuz that was sooo refreshing. Brisket - moist, smoky, salt and pepper, and the meat was soft enough to melt in your mouth. They nailed the brisket to be the best it can be! The "avashar" sausage - pork lamb beef with chives garlic mustard seeds nutmeg. This is a new(?) specialty sausage was a hole run with the variety of flavors melting with the fat. Jalapeno cheddar sausage (Tillamook cheese) - I'm biased I always go for a jalapeno cheddar sausage and I love it. House sausage - mustard seed, garlic, black pepper also delivered. I didn't expect to always want mustard seed in my sausage after this! Overall, I come back here for special occasions for friends visiting since it's a long wait. I love the sausages the most and their sweets. The rest are the best versions of themselves and I praise them for the outstanding bbq! Eat here in a cute cabin like home. read more

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As a visitor who has heard about the hype of Goldees, I read up on the reviews beforehand and prepared as much as I can with the two hour wait. Our group got there at 8 AM (just in case) and they provide chairs for folks to sit. They open at 11 AM but we were already 10th in line when we got there. Parking fills up so expect to walk further the later your arrival time. Porta potties are available to use as you wait. They are also only open from 11 AM to 3 PM (or until sold out) on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays! Depending on the time of year, it could get chilly so bring a jacket or something to wrap yourself around. As we were waiting, we could smell the barbecue smoke and that only made the anticipation build even more. This place is truly a transformative food moment. The hype is deserved! While turkey may not have been the intended star of the show, it was for me. It was tender and melted in my mouth. Our group got a little bit of everything from the brisket to the pork belly to the ribs. The pickled onions with the pork belly is just chef's kiss and I usually don't add sauce to the meat because I'm a purist that thinks meat should hold its own. Now, I understand how sauce could enhance and bring out the flavors of the meat and be sweet at the same time! If there is one thing I may pass up on the next time, it's the sausage. I would also probably get more pork belly and more turkey. The ribs were okay but not as mind blowing as the other two. I was generally so happy eating that I could sleep then and there from pure bliss. Service was incredible. They went above and beyond for us and took photos. The banter is truly indicative of that Southern hospitality where everyone feels like family and they helped us pack everything up to go because there was no way we could finish. To go containers are available and no separate checks so plan this out beforehand if you have a larger party. read more

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Update: As of July 2026, brisket increased to $42/lb, pork ribs up to $34/lb, turkey down to $32/lb, pork belly up to $34/lb, sausage is sold by the pound (one link is ~$8). Rating: 10/10 Date Visited: 5/10/2025 I ordered the Brisket ($36/lb), Pork Ribs ($30/lb), Pork Belly ($30/lb), Turkey ($39/lb), Jalapeño Cheese Sausage ($7), Bread Budding ($7), and Banana Pudding ($7). This place is AMAZING, it's the best BBQ I've had in my life (I lived in Texas for 20+ years). All the meats were amazing. The pork rib was the best thing, so tender and juicy. The pork belly was a huge surprise - it's so good too. The turkey was one of the most moist turkey I've ever had my entire life. The sausage was cheesy and juicy, one of the best ones I've had. The brisket was solid too, but surprisingly my least favorite of all the meat I ordered. The desserts were decent, but I don't think I would order that again. Would 100% come back and it's definitely worth the 2-3 hour wait. I would recommend coming early at 8 or 9 AM to wait in line and avoid the food selling out (which happens as the day goes on - pretty much everything is sold out by 1 PM). read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Brisket, Pork Ribs, Pork Belly, Beef Rib, Turkey, Laos Sausage, Mac n Cheese, Slaw, Bread - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

I've been hearing about Goldee's for years! The keep getting called "the best barbecue in Texas," "maybe the best anywhere." I've made excuses, missed chances, and built it up in my head to a level that almost felt impossible to live up to. Today, I finally made the trip. And somehow, it still exceeded every expectation. I'll admit, I'm not someone who hands out 4- or 5-star reviews easily. I tend to nitpick. I look for flaws. But let me be clear upfront: this is not just the best barbecue I've ever had and it might be the best food I've had, period. I showed up about two hours before opening on Easter Sunday and was shocked to find the line relatively short, around 15 people ahead of me. The atmosphere alone was worth the wait. The pit crew was already outside working the smokers, chatting with guests, and setting the tone. Everyone, staff and customers alike made the time fly by. Once doors opened, I was ordering within about 15 minutes. Now, the food. The brisket was unreal. A perfect bark, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and so juicy it almost didn't make sense. The flavor was deep, balanced, and unforgettable. The house special sausage? Easily the best sausage I've ever had. Snappy casing, rich seasoning, and just an incredible depth of flavor. The pork belly and turkey were just as impressive both insanely juicy and cooked to absolute perfection. It's rare to see that level of consistency across every meat, but Goldee's delivers. Sides are often an afterthought at barbecue joint, but not here. The mac & cheese was rich and perfectly cooked. The potato salad was exactly what you want it to be, dialed in with no shortcuts. The kale salad added a fresh, flavorful contrast, and the housemade bread tied everything together beautifully. The only minor hiccup: my pulled pork and potato salad were initially missing from my tray. But as soon as I mentioned it, the staff corrected it immediately no hassle, no attitude, just great service. At this level of quality, that's barely a footnote. Goldee's isn't just living up to the hype, it's redefining it. I genuinely don't know how barbecue gets better than this. Five stars, without hesitation. read more

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Texas Monthly #3 Best BBQ Joint Of 2025! Overall, the most peppery bbq I've had. It satisfied the bbq craving, but not my favorite bbq place. If you like a stronger black pepper taste in your bbq then I think you'll like it. I do think their subtle asian twists on bbq is cool and unique. Ordered: - Brisket - They give alternate half and half lean vs moist. It was good I liked it. - Beef Ribs - Mom was interested in trying it so we got it. I'm just a pork rib girl more than a beef rib girl. - Pork Ribs - Unfortunately, it wasn't as "fall of the bone" as other places. It may have just been the piece we got, but the one we had was 70% bark and 30% meat (if that make sense, I prefer more of a true 50/50 split) - Lamb Ribs - Not something you see at every bbq so we got some to try. I liked it. Can't decide which one I like more between pork vs lamb ribs. - Lao Sausage - Their sausage is kinda big. I felt like 1 sausage is the size of 2 sausages at other bbq joints. It's serves with sticky rice and honestly it works really well. - Mac & Cheese - A bit heavy on the pepper. It was alright not my favorite mac and cheese. - South Carolina Pork Hash - a unique side that is special to them. Pork Gravy over jasmine rice. Too mushy for me. - Lemon Kale Slaw - It was alright. Not my favorite slaw. - Banana Pudding - Yummy. I really like their banana pudding. It had a slight cinnamon and almost graham cracker taste to it. - House made bread - Yummy. Almost like a sweet roll meets white bread. We went on a rainy Friday morning. Arrived at 9:30 ish, got our food and seated by 12:30 ish. Asked the dude first in line what time he got there and he said 7:30ish. People abandon their lawn chairs so they had a decent amount near the entrance of the store that people just borrow while they're waiting. When the rain got bad, they let customers wait in the covered area where they store the smokers which was nice. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Food - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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Ok I heard some people complaining about the two hour wait. Well, all I can say is pack a little cooler, bring a chair and sit your butt in that chair because when that two hour wait is up you are going to be amazed at how good this food really is. Look folks this gig has a Michelin star attached to it, and for those of you who don't know what that is look it up and you can see it's a big deal. This barbecue is well worth the wait. Next time I'm in Fort Worth I know I'm coming here again. And I will be prepared for a two hour wait and you should too! Also be prepared for the food explosion that is going to blow your mind away. In plain talk this place is just YUMMY! Come here and eat to your heart's content and your stomach will thank you! So will your brain. You'll be happy, and after all, don't you want to be happy! Come here and get it done. In health and happiness! Cheers! read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Ribs, ribs and brisket Mac n cheese n potato salad! - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

I've eaten at a lot of Texas barbecue joints and Goldee's is in my top tier! I was worried it would be overhyped after getting number 1 on the Texas Monthly's Top 50 BBQ Joints list in 2021 but it still blew me away! Highly recommend getting a full spread to try all their offerings... especially after waiting in line (which is totally worth it by the way). FAST FACTS: * Parking - decent size lot in front of the building with free parking * Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (or sold out) * Porta potties available to use while waiting in line * Cooler with free water (and sometimes beer) available while waiting in line * Assorted lawn chairs available to sit in while waiting in line (but many are broken so you might want to bring your own) * Order meats first and sides and desserts * No separate checks * Sauce is available on the tables * To-go containers available to pack up leftovers We arrived around 8:00 am (3 hours before opening) on a Saturday morning and were about 15th in line. We were in the door ordering 5 minutes after opening and were seated at a table with our food by 11:10 am. SERVICE - The workers are all super pleasant and friendly! They make conversation with you while taking your order and preparing the food. There's also a worker helping you find a table and clearing trays as groups finish. Couldn't ask for anything else! PRICING - The total was $79.57.11 after tax ($6.07) but before tip for 1/2 pound of brisket ($18), 1/4 pound of pork ribs ($7.50), 1/4 pound of turkey ($7.50), 1/4 pound of pork belly ($7.50), 2 sausages ($7 each), 2 small sides ($6 each), and a bread pudding ($7). House made bread, pickles, onions, and sauce are complimentary. The pricing is right in line with other barbecue places in Texas and is reasonable considering the quality of food you get. BRISKET (10/10) - This is some of my favorite brisket in Texas (along with Franklin's and Interstellar)... it's incredibly juicy, it's seasoned well with salt and pepper, the bark is flavorful without being overpowering, and the smoke ring is visible. They give you a mixture of lean and moist/fatty unlike some places where you can request one or the other or both but it keeps it so everyone can enjoy all the cuts which is fair. PORK RIBS (9/10) - Again, these were amazing! They're tender but don't completely fall off the bone which is exactly what I like. They're seasoned well and they only charged us for 1/4 pound even though the 2 ribs were slightly over. TURKEY (8/10) - Turkey is never going to be the star of the show at a BBQ place (nor should it be) but this was delicious for being turkey! It was juicy and had a nice smokey flavor to it. PORK BELLY (8/10) - Better than most BBQ places but not my favorite I've ever had... It's served in thick slices and is very fatty and salty but that's to be expected with pork belly. However, the glaze that's served on the side for dipping is phenomenal and adds a delicious sweetness! SAUSAGE (9/10) - Both the house sausage and the jalapeño cheese sausage are phenomenal! The pork casing has a nice snap to it and the texture of the meat inside is ideal... you can tell it's made in house. POTATO SALAD (8/10) - It's a basic potato salad but done right. It's a more mustard-forward potato salad with a good mixture of bigger potato chunks and mashed bits. CHEESY GRITS (8/10) - I love grits and these were pretty great! They're cheesy as described and had the perfect texture for grits. I almost wish there was another flavor added in like jalapeños or something with a little spice but these were still grits done right. BREAD PUDDING (9/10) - It has their house made bread which is so soft and delicious! It's gooey and has the perfect level of sweetness which is a great compliment after all the salty and savory meats! BREAD, PICKLES, ONIONS, AND SAUCE (8/10) - The bread is made in house and is soft and delicious! The pickles and onions are good but obviously don't steal the show. The BBQ sauce has the perfect balance of vinegar, sweet, and smoke. This was my first time at Goldee's and I'm happy to report that it's 100% worth the hype! If you are a BBQ snob and haven't been to Goldee's, you're missing out. In my opinion, they do the basics right... there isn't anything super innovative or unique (although the house made bread is a nice touch) but they nail it across the board with all of the meats and sides. Nothing was disappointing, the pricing is reasonable, and the service was impeccable. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in the Dallas/Fort Worth area! read more

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Look, I'd love to say "Don't wait in this crazy line; you can get good Texas BBQ at other spots anywhere," but unfortunately Goldee's completely blew my sky high expectations away even after I hyped it up in my brain for months and stood in line for 2 hours. Popped in line with some friends on a Friday morning just before 10:30 AM and was honestly pretty worried that they might sell out of items, but we got inside to order just around 12:30 PM with everything still available. I will say that they ran out of beef ribs just 2 people behind us, but hopefully that's a helpful data point for non-morning folks trying to plan their visits. My friends and I tried pretty much everything on their menu and it's literally all amazing. Beef rib and brisket just melt in your mouth and super smokey. Pork belly with the pickled onions is possibly the best bite I've ever had in my entire life. Their turkey (seriously?? turkey??) is so juicy and flavorful, I would swear on my life they replaced it with ham. I'm a BBQ sauce hater and even their sauce blew me away - perfect balance of tangy and a little sweet. The pork ribs, sausages, and banana pudding were also great, but just a rung below, so if you have to skip something I'd pass on those. Service is also incredible, which is no easy feat with an endless line out the door. When you finally get to the front, they give you burnt ends as a little thank you for waiting and after of a bit of banter, they even gave us extra pork ribs and sausage on the house! This is now just a crazy obnoxious review, but I genuinely dream about the food here and I can't wait to be back. 10 stars. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Literally everything on their menu - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

The number one Texas BBQ, does it live up to the hype? Goldee's only open 3 days a week and people show up early to line up for their Texas classics! I got there around 9am and the line was already wrapped around twice. They provide water and chairs so you're not dehydrated under the sun. They take care of their customers and I waited roughly 2&half hours. The menu is simple -- nothing fancy, nothing extra, just pure Texas classics done right. And if you're lucky enough to come on a Sunday, do not skip the bread pudding. It's a must-order and it disappears fast. Love the vibes here and the food and especially their bread pudding. I still miss it till this day. But would I wait again? Probably not because I was only in Dallas for 48 hours. If I had more time, then I would come back. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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I've been saving my "this is the best BBQ I've ever had" for this moment. I've tried so many spots in Texas and none of them truly wowed me and I was told that I probably " Don't even like BBQ". But this one... was SO damn good. The sides were a 100/10, and I loved that they were unique instead of the typical BBQ sides. The cheesy grits were awesome! The brisket was incredibly tender and melted in your mouth, and the sausage was packed with flavor. To top it all off, we had the banana pudding, which left me speechless and wanting more I definitely recommend coming here if you want some damn good BBQ. I also want to add that I don't like to overuse compliments when it comes to food unless I truly mean it. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Brisket, chipotle sausage, jalapeño cheddar sausage, cheesy grits, potato salad and Banana pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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It's a good spot with decent bbq--a solid 3.5. We came an hour before opening and there was easily 100+ people in front of us. Not an issue--I'm no stranger to waiting in line for good bbq (it's the Texas way). They have coolers filled with water so it doesn't make the wait too bad. Ended up waiting a total of 3 hours--that being said, I don't know if I'd necessarily wait that long again. Ordered 1lb of brisket, 1lb pork ribs, 2 different links of sausage, banana pudding, bread pudding (Sundays only), and cheesy grits. All good--but nothing that made go "wow! That was worth the wait." Was sad to find out that the Lao sausage was just a special/April timeframe cuz that's really was what made us want to try this place out. Unfortunately some items I wanted to try were sold out JUST as we got to the front of the line (pork belly, brisket beans) but not a big deal. The major downside for me was you can't choose the type of brisket you want. I'm not a huge lean brisket girlie and we ended up getting only 1 slice of the fatty and the rest was lean. If you live close by/got relatives who want to try it--I'd see the appeal of coming. Otherwise, Texas has so many great BBQ places that you don't need to go out of your way for a place that requires such a long wait time. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Easily one of the best meals of our trip! Brisket: 10/10 -- no notes. Pork Spare Ribs: 12/10 -- hands down, the best thing we ate the entire trip! (And I don't even like ribs!) Beef Rib: 11/10 -- a very close second. Whatever seasoning they use to get that bark... ‍ they're also massive! Mac & Cheese: 9/10 -- super creamy, great sauce-to-noodle ratio, has a nice little kick at the end. Brisket Beans: 8.5/10 -- really good! Banana Pudding: 12/10 -- we literally laughed while eating it, it was THAT good! It's going to be hard for any other banana pudding to compare. Homemade Bread: 10/10 -- we would walk past the kitchen later just grabbing a slice because it was there! The service was fantastic and they genuinely made you feel like while they were assisting you at the counter, that you were the only guest that mattered. It was blistering hot when we visited, but they had plenty of free ice-cold water available, and chairs to sit in while waiting in line. We arrived a little before 9:30 AM and were #38 and #39 in line, so definitely go early if you want a good spot and access to the full menu. I'd say when they opened at 11am, there was about 60-70 people in line total. They have a small dining room that can hold about 40-45 people depending on how they choose to sit/how much room they take up. They also have a small selection of outside seating but it was 102°F that day so we opted to take the food back to our hotel to stay cool. They also don't have a minimum on what you must order which is great if you only want a small amount of something, you're not stuck with ordering a pound when you only want a quarter of a pound. The only thing you can't do that with is sausage, that is sold as a whole link regardless. One heads-up: be VERY mindful of where you park. We ended up blocked in on all four sides and couldn't leave right away because we had to wait for the cars around us to move. Overall, absolutely worth the early morning, the heat, and the wait. We'd come back in a heartbeat! read more

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We waited in line for hours on a Friday to try Goldee's. I think it was actually the Fourth of July. It was hot outside, I was pregnant, and I had just found out I have gestational diabetes, but we were in Fort Worth during Goldee's hours of operation and we had really wanted to try it, so there we were. This kind of super long wait to try a restaurant is never fun but Goldee's tried to make it a bit less uncomfortable by providing folding chairs, free water, and I think they also might've had free beer. We made it to the front of the line and saw that the ordering process is quite slow. If Goldee's is at all interested in investing in becoming more efficient, I would start here. Anyway, we were able to place our order and find some seating inside. The BBQ was good, but for my husband and me, it did not justify the long wait. While I enjoyed everything, nothing especially stood out as like life changing. We normally go to Hutchins and we felt like our BBQ itch can be scratched just fine by continuing to go to Hutchins. I really should have written this review sooner but I think we liked the brisket a lot, the turkey and the ribs were decent, and we didn't love the sausage. The one thing that I enjoyed more than I anticipated was the kale slaw. It provided a nice refreshing contrast to the rich meats. The beans were not my favorite. I'm really glad we tried this place while we could (I can't imagine waiting that long with our 2 month old), but we are not up for that wait again. If we like happened to be in the area and swung by and there was no wait, we'd be happy to eat at Goldee's again, but I won't be signing up for that long wait anytime soon. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Arrived around 8:45 of an overcast Sunday. We were probably 20th in line and I would say the line started to wrap around 9:30-10. We probably got inside to order around 11:15. While we had a plan going in to ordering, we still overestimated ourselves. We wanted to get a little of a lot of things and definitely would've ordered less. (However, we're proponents of savoring and appreciating the few bites you have - which is hard to quantify when you're ordering by the pound). The pork belly was easily our favorite (a surprise for us); I liked it without the peach glaze and he liked it with. Both sides of the brisket were phenomenal and the smoke ring was thick. Ribs were delicious but by this point we were wishing we split one. The slaw I was initially feeling would be underwhelming but it perfectly cut through the grease and fat of the meat. The potato salad was Dijon forward which I usually wouldn't be a fan of but this was done with balance. The bread. Tangy and chewy and wow a big surprise on how delicious it was. We asked if we could sample the turkey (but ordering turkey wasn't part of our plan) and can honestly say it was the best turkey I've ever had at a BBQ place and they threw in a slice for us. Banana pudding. Get it. I think it's worth the wait in line for sure. Bring a snack, a drink, a book , or game to play and you'll notice the time flying by like we did. (Although we didn't go when the weather was insanely hot or sunny) read more

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I'll preface by saying I am fairly new to the DFW BBQ scene. We arrived around 9am and joined the queue which I have read to be part of the experience. Line moved fairly quick once open. Brisket was good but the ribs were more disappointing for me. They weren't very meaty and dry rub was heavy on salt. Sausages were good. Overall if no line then you should try but i'm just not sure it's worth the wait or drive. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

we looked on Yelp and my son confuses with another Goldies barbecue place but I am glad that he made that error this place is fantastic very very awesome people welcome you and you serve you their energetic bubbly the food I am not a brisket person I went there for the sausage but they're chopped brisket sandwiches I tasted and ordered one oh my gosh she was so so good juicy not dry their sausage at the house sausage it was fantastic gotta try it guys wonderful people grateful read more

Goldee’s BBQ - house sausage beans chopped brisket and pork belly - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

I really enjoyed the experience of eating at a small place like Goldees. I've been to a lot of roadside bbq shacks and this place has the best brisket I've ever had. Right when I got to the counter an employee gave me a piece to try and I started laughing because I knew from that one bite that all of the food was going to be delicious. I will definitely be back soon and often. Even though it's a bit of a drive. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Make sure to get there EARLY! Especially on a weekend..weekend might be best to get there by 8a. Got there at 930 and line was already at LEAST 85+ppl. Hoping it moves fast and they don't run out of things... Right at 11...the line moved SUPER fast..specially because people had tables set up in the line...there were 2 tables when I was there, plenty ppl drinking beer and 1 fam workin on a handle of Tito's. Yup...3hrs in and STILL not inside yet . Got in just over 3hrs. Now for the food: Pork ribs...DELICIOUS! Beautiful smoke ring, great tasting rub, fall off the bone. Yum..they're super nice here and gave a bunch of extra. Got the kale slaw..pretty friggin good! I would definitely order it again. It's not KFC but it's REALLY good! Got to start a new brisket so they gave me the ends. You can't go wrong with brisket OR ends...sooooo juicy and flavorful. Definitely some of the best so far! The lean brisket is good, tender...REALLY good with sauce they give IF u like a little sweet. The fatty brisket is so juicy and just falls apart..amazing smoke rings. The pork belly...very good and tender. I swear, if I had a bigger stomach or this was my last stop before headin home there would be SO much brought back on the plane! They make their own made bread and I gotta say it's pretty good. WOW! Banana pudding...#1 so far!!! IF u don't like sweet...u shouldn't get it. Haha All together...DEF top 3! Sad to say I tried 12 places on this trip and ONLY 3 knocked my socks off! Can't wait to come back, definitely worth the wai read more

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Best BBQ I've had in a long time. I taste why Texas monthly ranked you #1 in the past. Excellent Brisket, moist turkey, and delicious sausages. The potato's salad and banana pudding I just can't stop eating. Well done Goldee's. read more

The best BBQ I've had in my life.. Had to check out the infamous Goldee's while visiting Dallas for a wedding. We went on a Friday around lunchtime and there was a queue that took about 30 min. There are folding camp chairs if you want to sit and a cooler with free water bottles while you wait! By the time it was our turn to order, they had sold out of the beef ribs. Luckily they had brisket left, but said they were going to be selling out soon. We ordered the Brisket (so juicy and tender), the Pork Ribs (delicious dry rub), and a Jalapeno Cheese Sausage link. For sides, we went for the Brisket Beans and the South Carolina Pork Hash. Came with complimentary brioche bread slices made in-house. Everything was delicious but the standout was definitely the brisket, as expected. The staff were all so friendly and just had good vibes all-around. A must visit in DFW! read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

We were in Fort Worth for the weekend. Left early Sunday morning and headed to Goldee's for the first time. Wasn't too far out of the way for the trip back home. Arrived about 10:40 AM. Parking lot was full and severely unorganized. Almost parked on top of an unmarked old broken septic tank in the dirt parking lot. Line was already long. The place is a dump. Porta potties outside with a handwash station that did not dispense water too well. Stood in line. Shortly after 11 they let a small group of people in. Line didn't hardly budge. Around 11:30 heard a lady ask an employee how long it take to get in since she was behind us. He stated 90 or more minutes. Then I heard people talking about how they run out of food. It wasn't worth it and we immediately left. Got blocked in the make shift parking lot and had to drive through the neighbors driveway to exit. Don't waste your time. There are plenty of BBQ joints in Texas to get great BBQ. read more

I've been wanting to try Goldee's ever since my cousin from Chicago told me about seeing it featured on a show as a Michelin-rated Bib Gourmand awardee. Then my coworker said it was the best barbecue she's ever had--so I knew I had to go. We arrived two hours before opening, and there were already about 50 people ahead of us. After the doors opened, it took another 30 minutes to get inside and order, but it was absolutely worth every minute. The staff were super friendly, helpful, and genuinely welcoming. We ordered a little bit of everything--beef ribs, pork ribs, brisket, pork belly, house sausage, and smoked turkey. My favorites were the beef ribs, pork ribs, and pork belly--incredibly juicy, tender, and so flavorful that you don't even need sauce. For sides, my husband loved the brisket beans, while I really enjoyed the lemon kale slaw. The cheesy grits were good, though not my favorite. Whatever you do, don't skip dessert--both the banana pudding and bread pudding are to die for. Oh, and they make their own bread, which is also fantastic. Overall, definitely worth the wait. I'd 100% come back and bring family and friends from out of town to experience this piece of barbecue heaven. read more

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When you have the opportunity to try a title contender, you take that opportunity, even if you wake up exhausted the day after a wedding and have to head back home. In the hopeful state of arriving to Goldee's at least 30 minutes before open, my cousins, my girlfriend, and I agreed to an early morning routine. There was no way we could fail! Some of us arrived 30 minutes after Goldee's opened and the others almost an hour after. After being used to these endeavors, we weren't afraid to wait, but we were all seated with our food by 1:30 pm that Sunday. They had only run out of beef ribs and their famed Sunday-exclusive bread pudding. Shame! In line, Goldee's provides tons of complimentary water and lawn chairs to sit in as you wait, and the line moves in waves, allowing the door to only open for a select group at a time instead of all at once. It's like a group getting onto a Disney ride 12 at a time. Once you're inside, you're amazed by the space they're working with. It's practically the size of a portable classroom. There is some outdoor seating, but the indoor space is tiny. The food is served to you down the line, and everyone working there is super attentive and friendly. I ordered a little bit of everything, and I'll talk about it one at a time: Bread: My friend Andrew said this when I sent him a picture of my tray: "Their bread is the most underrated thing on that tray. You don't realize how far homemade bread goes until you try it." He's not wrong. The bread is special. It's fluffy and clearly in a league of its own compared to most other BBQ joints. I'd personally buy a loaf to take home with me. Brisket: Juicy and heavenly. Goldee's gives you half fat and half lean for whatever amount you order, and both are fantastic. It's up there with some of the best brisket I've had so far on this BBQ journey. Pork Ribs: These suckers are glazed to a point that they're shiny and fall off the bone like they were never attached in the first place. Again, some of the best ribs I've had on this BBQ journey. They're fantastic. Chipotle Sausage Link: Their specialty sausage of the week, I fear, was maybe too seasoned. With tastes of garlic, cumin, chipotle, paprika, oregano, coriander, and more, it was just a little too much trying to work together, so it lost itself. However, it was very juicy and well-smoked. I just wasn't impressed with its flavors. Pork Belly: It's very rare that I order pork belly, but when I do, it hasn't disappointed me. This pork belly with the glaze was incredible. Cheesy Grits: These are very delightful. They have that oatmeal-like consistency but are so cheesy it's almost like mac and cheese. My girlfriend loved it. South Carolina Pork Hash: This was my favorite side. The jasmine rice mixed with the pork gravy had a really great texture and flavor. If you get both this and cheesy grits together, it does kinda look like cafeteria slop, but looking past that, they're both delicious. Banana Pudding: Desserts always close the meal and are the final taste of the adventure, and their banana pudding is no joke. I can still taste the flavors two weeks later. As a whole, Goldee's is an exceptional BBQ establishment and definitely in the S-tier of Texas BBQ joints. I hope to go back one day, though who knows when that'll be. When that day comes, I'll be ordering everything once again. RIYL: Folding Camp Chairs and homemade bread read more

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Arrived on a Friday around 945a was about 50 people already waiting. We had lawn chairs and drinks as we waited. They do provide chairs for those who travel far. Parking isn't the best not organized and alot pot holes. Clean porta potty's with a hand wash station. About 1045 someone comes outside and gives you a rundown on how the menu looks and what is sold by half pound to a pound. Once 11 hit we didn't get to order until an hour later. Sitting inside and picnic tables outside with no shade. Food is amazing! Brisket is so tender the smoked turkey is the bomb! Loved the sausage cheese jalapeño links. The bread is homemade and wish I could have more! Not much sides to pick from we had their potato salad and their South Carolina hash both very good. Can't wait to go back. read more

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I actually took an early flight to Dallas just to visit Goldee's. Call it bold, call it extra, but for legendary barbecue, it felt completely justified. I arrived around 10 in the morning, a full hour before opening, and there were already about 50 people ahead of me. Luckily, Goldee's knows how to treat its guests. They handed out lounge chairs and water bottles while we waited, which was such a nice touch. The line moved quicker than I expected, and the vibe was relaxed and friendly. Once inside, I was handed a delicious piece of brisket to sample while I ordered. I went for the brisket, pork belly, jalapeño cheese sausage link, and pork ribs. For the sides, I grabbed the mac and cheese, which was being sold for the very first time, and the bread pudding, which is only available on Sundays. The meats were absolutely incredible and lived up to all the hype. Everything was moist, flavorful, and tender. The pork ribs were the standout for me. Easily some of the best I have had in Texas barbecue. The sides were just as impressive. The mac and cheese was creamy and rich, and the bread pudding was a perfect dessert which was not overly sweet, with a great texture and finish. There are about eight tables inside if you want to dine indoors, or you can grab a spot outside on the benches. Parking is super convenient with a large lot right in front of the restaurant. I really wish I lived closer. If I did, I would be back all the time. This place is worth the trip and then some. read more

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Goldee definitely set the standard for Texas bbq for me. Yes the lines are long. Baking in the sun for 2 hours. Got there at 1030 and I got my food at 1. Lucky they provide chairs and water as you wait in line Brisket. Done perfectly. I like how they give you half fatty pieces and half leaner. Keeps everyone happy Pork ribs. Perfection. I had 3 bbq spots and this place done the ribs the best. So tender flavorful Smokey. Sausages here are very good. Most flavorful and best texture of them all Beef ribs are great as you expected. Turkey here is so moist. Also done the best here Beans. Omg. Don't pass on these beans. Best I ever had Pork hash was good. I can order it again or not and I won't miss it Banana pudding here was good. But I prefer the ones with banana chunks in it Bread made in house was good. But I wish they had corn bread Overall. Excellent spot. Worth waiting ?? I am am not sure cause some of the other spots were one notch below. But Goldee definitely set the bar read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Banana pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

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When I sing along to the Texas Song by miss sandy cheeks and reminisce about bbq, I think of Goldee's. Wish I was back in texas so I could get a taste of them ribs again 3.5hr wait, got there 9:30am on Saturday. A staff member was nice enough to lend us an umbrella as we waited in light rain. Many chairs available for people to borrow and use as they wait. They literally ran out of beef ribs RIGHT as we were next in line to go in to order. They also ran out of bread pudding as we were lined up against the building too. So unfortunately, we didn't get to try those. Ribs: best pork ribs we've EVER had which is why this place is getting a 5. Flavor was outta this world. Fall of the bone. Moist, but since there was a little part that was a bit hard, 9.5/10. Regretted not buying more of the ribs. Brisket: solid 8 great, not amazing. Slaw: good House sausage: mid Orders come with bread slices and pickles. We ate there inside at a table. They have containers if you have leftovers for you to box it up yourself. So better to over-order and save the rest for later than to not have enough and regret like we did. read more

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Even though I've been here before, the BBQ has gotten much better and noticeably improved since they were awarded a Michelin star. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I just wish they had added Cornish hen and sausages to the tray. Overall, I'd come back to try other items. The line is usually about 2 hours wait, so be prepared to go early and maybe bring a chair. They also accept preorders. read more

Goldee’s BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas