I had this delivered so this review is just for the food :P Yum! I was craving authentic Texas BBQ after flying into town for work-- Goode Company fit the bill. Staff over the phone were so courteous and accommodating. When it arrived, my order was packed neatly and had generous portions. BBQ 2 MEAT PLATE (Czech sausage & brisket, southwest green beans & coleslaw): Comes with a slice of jalapeño cheese bread (it's ok, a little dry?). OMG the brisket is to die for. So juicy, tender, and flavorful. Their sausage had a good snap and was delicious, but the brisket was truly the star :3 And just delectable with their sauce. My mouth is watering just thinking about it ;_; In hindsight, I would've done double brisket instead... Anyway, the green beans and coleslaw were fine. MAC & CHEESE: It's ok..! I wish it were a bit more savory. BANANA PUDDING: I am a huuuuuge sucker for banana pudding and will order it anytime I see it...! This was cute, good size for the price, though had a bit of a strange artificial sugar aftertaste. I wish there was a little more fresh banana but still delicious and satisfied my craving~~~ Next time I'm in Houston, you know I'm beelining for their brisket lol read more

Goode Company Barbeque - Banana Pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We arrived at 8 pm on a Tuesday and only had a short wait in line. I ordered a three meat plate with pork ribs (2), brisket, Czech sausage, Mac and cheese and potato salad ($24.95). Comes with one slice of jalapeno cheese bread and bbq sauce. Sauce was unexpectedly sweet. By far, the best is the pork ribs -- would come back to just eat those! The potato salad was pretty good as well. Service was friendly and ambience is what you'd expect from traditional barbecue! read more

Goode Company Barbeque - Three meat plate with pork ribs (2), brisket, Czech sausage, Mac and cheese and potato salad ($24.95). - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Tried to go to another local place with live music - they were rented out for a private event. So we came here for some BBQ. Split a 3-meat combo (Czech sausage, Pork ribs, Brisket) that came with two sides (Mac & Cheese, Dirty Rice). The sausage was good, but tough on the outside (chewy skin). The ribs were also good. The brisket was dry and needed a solid dousing of sauce to be edible. The mac and cheese was good. The dirty rice was good. They were out of green beans, which is the side we really wanted, and one of the other sides we had chosen. I get that we showed up at 7:45pm on a Friday night, but I wish they had all the sides left/available. The service at the front cafeteria style was polite and explained things just fine. Overall, pretty decent BBQ. I wouldn't make it a destination for someone coming from out of town who only has 3-4 restaurant meals to eat before heading back home, though. read more

We had barbecue catered for an event, and I was impressed by the food. We got their famous cheese bread and lots of sides. For meat, we got brisket, pork ribs, turkey breast, and jalapeno sausage. I loved the meat combined with barbecue sauce and cheese bread. My favourite was the pork ribs. I liked the sausage a lot, the brisket was good, and the turkey breast was expectedly very bland. Not sure why turkey is even an option, but the other meats were great. The white cheddar mac and cheese was also delicious and very creamy. read more

Goode Company Barbeque - Cheese Bread, White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Rice, Czech Sausage, Turkey Breast, Beef Brisket, and Pork Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Craving some basic Bbq and it was raining so came here. Food is basic BBQ and service was friendly. Rustic ambiance. We each ordered 2 meat and sides plate. Pluses 1. I liked the Cole slaw and Mac and cheese. 2. Big covered patio dining 3. Free parking 4. Good pecan pie Areas to improve 1. Ribs dry and very salty 2. Brisket very fatty and salty 3. Layout for drinks and utensils poor location- the utensils and ice are in the middle of the line. The tea and lemonade are a different section but you have to get back in line to get the ice. If you need utensils, you have to cut the line to grab some and the utensils were very limited. 4. Pecan pie slice is cold even if you get it to eat here Recommended if you are in the area if you are hungry. read more

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If you're in Houston and craving legit Texas BBQ, Goode Company BBQ absolutely delivers. It's cafeteria-style ordering -- grab a tray and move down the line while the smoky goodness stares you down. I went all in with the 3-meat combo: brisket, pork ribs, and chicken. For sides, I picked mac & cheese and coleslaw, and of course it comes with that iconic slice of cheese jalapeño bread (don't skip it). I topped it all off with pickle chips because... why not? Portions are no joke. This was easily enough for two -- I ended up taking half back to my hotel for round two later. The flavors were exceptional: tender brisket, flavorful ribs, juicy chicken. The only reason it's not five stars? My food wasn't quite as hot as I would've liked. Plenty of outdoor, community-style picnic tables give it that laid-back Texas vibe -- perfect for digging in and getting a little messy. Would I come back? Oh haw yeah read more

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Excellent BBQ I ordered brisket, ribs, link and cole slaw! The brisket is so tender, the ribs are delicious and the link is mouth watering! You come in and grab a tray and silver wear, order your meat, and drink! Service is grab your meat and pick where you want to eat inside or outside! Eric the manager comes around to make sure you are having a great experience! The ambiance is friendly and welcoming! read more

Goode Company Barbeque - Ribs, Link, and moist ribs!!with a side of slaw and fresh green beans with bacon! - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The barbecue is good, but nothing close to outstanding. They really think they're on Texas Monthly' Best list. Grossly overpriced for what you get. First and last time I will ever go there. Lousy seating on inside and it's dark and dingy. If it was a dive bar, good atmosphere but not for an overpriced average barbecue place. Rudy's has more charm than Goode. read more

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It's been a while since I had bbq. This place did everything well. I had the 2 meat platte with ribs and brisket. The brisket was tender and juicy; ribs were tender and flavorful. The dipping sauce was very good. Side were just as good. I really enjoyed the food. The service is fast and friendly. The sinking room is uniquely decorated, loved the atmosphere. read more

Goode Company Barbeque - Outside seating - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Juicy, Smokey, and tender! Wow-I'm blown away! My first time trying Texas barbecue and you got to try the brisket! I ordered the Three Meat Dinner and came with two sides, pickles, onion, jalapeños. What a feast! The brisket was half loose cut, half lean and was tender. The chicken was a juicy leg quarter smoked and seasoned with spices on the skin. The skin was my favorite part! Also, the sausage was snappy and cooked to perfection! I got two sides: which isn't your typical traditional sides-but I opted to try something different. Southwest green beans and jambalaya-both are very unique to Texas. The bbq was on the side and I loved how I can control the flavor/sauce. Would definitely come back to try their signature baked potato. read more

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Goode Company bbq has been around forever but I don't know why I never ventured out to try it! For some reason, I usually think of eating Texas bbq when guests are in town, and also when I travel to other parts of Texas. However, my husband and son both wanted some brisket today so we decided to come check out Goode Company. I have to say, we were not disappointed! I almost always get turkey at Texas bbq because honestly, that's the only way I really enjoy Turkey. Goode company's turkey was moist, tender, with a nice Smokey flavor that I love about barbecue. Delicious! Ribs were tender, well seasoned, and very enjoyable. Brisket was also soft, moist, and not overly salty so that it paired perfectly with their barbecue sauce (which I liked quite a lot). I loved the sides too. And loved that the green beans had plentiful bacon in it, and the baked beans had good sized chunks of brisket. There was even baked apples in there! Amazing! Unfortunately, my 7 year old found both the green beans and baked beans too "spicy". He, however, loved the soft pillow jalepeno cheese bread which we also liked very much. Everyone was happy with the food and we all left satisfied. Definitely would bring an out of town guest here to enjoy some Texas Bbq, ESPECIALLY since there was no wait, compared to other yummy Texas bbq joints where you have to test your patience (waiting in line) before being counted worthy to eat! read more

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Came here with some Yelpers to do some scouting and planning. Service- was amazing. No line on a Saturday? Wonderful. Its a cafeteria style ordering process. They checked on us after we were seated at least 5 times. And I appreciated it. Seemed sincere! Food- was fine. I ordered the po'boy you can order it with 2 kinds of meats. I decided on brisket, turkey. But really its just a sandwhich i suppose. I didn't realize both meats come on the sandwich. Then you get your fixings at the register, the pickles, onions, jalapeños. It's not the best I have ever had, but solid, easy option. I was most impressed with the service. I see why they stay in business! read more

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We went to the Kirby location on Wednesday 9/16. Arrival time 7:30 PM! The restaurant was not busy-we walked right in and took a table. We went thru the line to order and were informed they had NO ribs and NO briquet. How could that be possible at the height of Dinner Rush, and on a weeknight. To top this lousy experience off, the kitchen staff was rude and could barely tell us (lack of English skills) that the only meats available were chicken and sausage. I need an explanation before I even consider trying any of the Goode and Company restaurant concepts. Don Wills read more

My last couple of visits included Lean Brisket, Ribs, Dark Chicken and Czech Sausage with potato salad and vinaigrette slaw. All very delicious and made with love. I initially wanted the jambalaya instead of the potato salad, but they ran out and got that. The potato salad fell off some since 2019, but tasted great again on this visit thankfully. All the meats were very good, tender, juicy, well-seasoned and very smoky. The slaw was very refreshing and flavorful. On another visit last Saturday night, I picked up a takeout of 1 Beef Rib on special. So delicious, smoky, well-seasoned, juicy, rich, fatty and tender in every bite. A ++ and one of the best beef ribs I ever had for sure. Their sauce is great imo with its semi peppery, semi sweet, slightly tangy, nice savory profile and tomato base. None of the meats needed it, but great on the side to use for some bites regardless. Great, welcoming service as well. read more

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I ordered ribs, turkey, sausage and brisket Togo for a holiday meal. I did not order sides. I was a bit disappointed in the menu because they don't offer pulled pork. I ordered about 3.5 lbs of meat and it was ready in 15 minutes. All the meats I ordered were amazing, though. Very tender and had that perfect grilled taste. The half portions are a little small for the price but what can ya do? The standouts were the brisket and the ribs. The bbq sauce however, needs some work. It is has zero flavor. read more

I hadn't been here in years and I am now very sad about that fact! Eating here was such a great and delicious experience. There was a line, but I can now say that waiting was truly worth it. The service was organized to a tee. The line moved quickly and every employee knew what they were doing and did it well. The inside was roomy and had a fun Texan decor. We got the ribs, sausage and chicken and they were delicious! The meat was succulent and well marinated. The sides were standouts as well, with the potato salad and Mac and cheese having unique flavors that I cannot wait to try again. And those chocolate chip cookies were a masterpiece. A great bbq spot! read more

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This is truly Great Texas BBQ !! I've been eating here since the mid '70s !! Great tender , moist and delicious Brisket, Ribs , and Chicken and I love the BBQ SAUCE here !! The sides are very good as well , with HUGE Baked Potatoes and this place has the best baked beans I've ever had at a restaurant !! The pecan pie here is delicious and definitely a must have !! All the desserts are yummy here !! You must come by and try this Original location BBQ !! read more

Goode Company Barbeque - This is the Brisket plate with two sides - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Everyone was incredibly welcoming and friendly. We visited right when they opened on a Monday and decided to try the two combo meals. The chicken was incredibly tender, and the sausage was flavorful--don't forget to ask for the spicy sauce! The brisket was perfectly smoked and so tender, while the pork ribs quickly became our favorite--they were smoky and expertly seasoned. The jalapeño cheese bread is a must-try and simply amazing. The restaurant has a charming, cafeteria-style setting inside a barn or cabin, with a charming western theme that adds to the dining experience. I had a personal bottle of chardonnay and hubby had a Tex (tastes like a miller lite). read more

If you have been in Houston for any extended amount of time, Goode Company is a name I am sure you have seen at some point. The Goode name is associated with a variety of restaurants like seafood, a taqueria, a cantina, American food/event space, and of course their popular BBQ. I've had their food catered at events at people's houses, work and of course the Rodeo. I just recently finally stepped foot into their OG BBQ spot on Kirby. We originally were going to eat at their sister restaurant Armadillo Palace next door, but the smell of BBQ had us moseying on over here. You can't miss it, it's probably the only barn on Kirby. They have a decent sized parking lot out back. Outside they have a large patio with lots of big tables. They also have fan and misters on for those hot Texas days. It was a little hot so I was happy to see they have inside seating as well. Inside dining space is pretty tight but available. We must have walked in at the right time because there was plenty of seats right then, but it quickly got busy after we sat down. Customer service was really good from the ordering line to folks checking in on us constantly throughout our meal. Like most other BBQ spots, you have a cafeteria style line. You pick your items and go enjoy your meal. Same here. They offer meats by weight, plates, baked potatoes, sandwiches, sides and dessert. I usually go with a three meat plate but went with the two as I had dinner plans later. I judge a BBQ spot on brisket, ribs, and sausage so I went with the first two and got to try sausage from one of my dining companions plates. For my sides, I had to get the mac & cheese and let the man behind the counter pick my other side which ended up being southwest green beans. The plates also come with a slice of jalapeno cheese bread and sauce. You can help yourself to all the pickles, jalapenos and onions to go with your meal. First thing I went for was the rib. The rib was seasoned nice and almost fall off the bone tender. The brisket was ok. I'm used to big thick slices but this was very thin, tiny pieces of meat. That being said, the food is slightly cheaper than some of the big name BBQ spots in town so you get what you pay for. The sides were really good to me. Mac was solid but the star of the whole show was the green beans. I kept saying how much I liked them throughout my meal. I washed it all down with ice cold lemonade. It was a little too tangy for me, but solid. The desserts looked great, but no room this time around. Overall, I enjoyed my meal here. I wouldn't say it's top tier BBQ, but a good option to have if you don't want to wait hours in line like some of the other places in town. I'd come back! read more

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Just bad experience long waits and uncoordinated stafff seemingly food was mid won't be back

Smokiness, savory and juicy! OMG We ordered the stuffed brisket potatoes and they were delicious!! Tasty!! The brisket was so tender, not dry at all! Just perfect combination with the super creamy potato!! Bbq sauce was good too!! Not too overwhelming with the spices!! I wish they had a spicy one! The creamy Mac and cheese was very soft and not dry at all! Whatever cheese they use, stays creamy and coats every piece of Mac!! The bbq beans had sweet potato!! First time trying beans like this and let me tell you they were tasty!!! Ofcourse I had to get the banana pudding, chocolate cookie and pecan candy!!! All 3 going home with me but had to take a bite before leaving, and yummmm no disappointment there! Very tasty a smooth banana pudding, and the cookie was chonky and chewy!!! Yes!! I love cookies and not everyone hits that sweet tooth spot! The pecan candy was Perfect! Reminded me of Mexico candy!! Delicious!!! The ambience is very chill and private, inside sitting is nice with the dark lighting! Loved it! There's also outside sitting area The customer service was awesome by all the Mexicanos!! They just have that extra always going on and beyond to be kind and friendly and attentive! If owner is reading this? They are really taking care of your place! And deserve be acknowledged! The guy who doesn't speak Spanish and has a deep voice needs to be more friendly and welcoming! Come on!! Not that hard when your coworkers are naturally bringing that good vibe to the place!! Will definitely come back! New bbq spot! Love it!! read more

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Worst sides ever, totally no seasoning or flavor. Cole slaw was nothing but chopped up cabbage. Beans and potato salad prepared the same speedy way. The fam was in town for Thanksgiving and I wanted to impress them, bad idea! I picked it up, so nothing could be done about it. I'd give fewer stars but that was two years ago so maybe they're better, IDK but I'm not finding out. read more

We did a to-go order last night. Food was very good - especially liked the jalapeno pork sausage. Sliced beef was cut very lean as requested. Pecan pie was OK, but not spectacular. A decent assortment of jalapenos, sliced onions, pickles and a container of BBQ sauce (not sweet) on the side. An enjoyable dinner. read more

Goode Company Barbeque - Slice of Pecan Pie - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Talk turkey to me...or pecan pie.... "You might give some serious thought to thanking your lucky stars you're in Texas"-Goode Company Barbeque's Brazos Bottom Pecan Pie in a Wooden Box Voted Best Mail Order Pie by Bloomberg! So, I know that Thanksgiving is all about the turkey, but here in Texas we also take our pecan pies seriously, too. So when I was asked to bring desserts to our family gatherings (and I was too busy to bake as I was unexpectedly on call), I knew that it had to be a Brazos Bottom Pecan Pie. This pecan pie just oozes Texas. It is bigger, it is gooier and it is richer. Filled with fresh Texas pecans harvested from the banks of the Brazos River and then nestled into luscious layers of homemade Goode-ness. Oh, and their barbeque is so Goode, too. Not in Texas? They ship. Sign up for their discounts and enjoy a sweet taste of Texas even if you are not in the Lone Star State. read more

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I have loved this place since growing up. One of my favorite BBQ spots of all time. The quality of the meats, the tenderness, and the flavor are great. The sauce, I could drink on its own. The staff is super friendly every time and the place definitely screams TEXAS!! Ample seating inside and outside in all their locations. I will always recommend going here for a great experience, and even greater food. read more

Came by at 815, they close at 830. I was greeted by the door and told all they were serving was sausage.... Poor showing - do better.

Meh bbq and sides. Sauce wasn't tasty. Also not sure why they have to put over everything vs give me a bottle and let me put it on myself. Service staff was there but didn't seem happy or friendly. Def better choices in the area. Most of our party had upset stomachs after the meal. read more

Goode Company Barbeque - BBQ Dinner Three Meat - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Hearing that Goode Company had one of the best pecan pies in Texas, we were intrigued. So we ordered slices of this famed pie online, as well as barbecue and sides, slowly trudged through Houston traffic, and showed up 15 minutes later than the scheduled time for our pickup. And they hadn't even started our order yet! They weren't even unusually busy. Yup, it's one of those places we've all experienced that doesn't carefully monitor their online orders, thus failing to prepare your food until you show up and tell them you have an online order (which completely defeats the purpose). I got the ole "They're almost done with your order" which means "We haven't started your order." I could see them scrambling to find it on the screen as I peered through the walk-up window at the employee assembly line. That disappointment aside, I gave them a fair shot and decided to rate the food appropriately rather than the online experience. Well, that was pretty disappointing too. In a state that prides itself on exceptional barbecue, this isn't a place that adds to that lore. The brisket at Goode Co. is shockingly underwhelming, while the white mac 'n' cheese is slightly better than okay. The jalapeño bread is the only exceptional menu item. I could've eaten a whole loaf of that stuff! And that legendary pecan pie? It's okay, but it isn't nearly the best in Texas. And it definitely won't top the best pecan pies I've eaten in Georgia and Tennessee. read more

Straight up just not good enough. Given them way too many chances. "Goode" doesn't give an iota. Staff are almost always unfriendly like a bunch of curmudgeonly construction workers who act offended that you're ordering. Save your money. read more

Pro tip: make sure you come here on an empty stomach for dinner. If you don't, you're going to be taking home a lot of leftovers otherwise! This place has some pretty darn good BBQ, I must say. That being said, I am not a Texas native so I cannot speak as to how authentic this place truly is. I'm only reviewing this based off how my taste buds loved it. The menu was quite extensive and there was a lot of meat to choose from, as well as sides. Prices seemed reasonable. Desserts were delicious too. Portions are huge, hence why I brought up that remark about having an empty stomach. There isn't a lot of seating available inside, plus the place (obviously) can get rather noisy. Do keep that in mind, just in case your preferences may not align with a place like here. Cleanliness is hit or miss, but at least the service is friendly. I would return here for sure. read more

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Fantastic Stuffed potato, smoking friendly staff, decent Q, disorganized dinner service. That would be the one-liner for GCBBQ. It was a Friday night, not very busy, and just before what would be considered a the dinner rush. Had a few brewskies waiting for the rest of our party to arrive. Had already noticed the condiment (picked, onions, jalapeños) station was low before dinner service. When we came up to order, was told by employee #1 that there were not baked potato's available. That was then confirmed by employee #2 down the line. Then employee #3 who actually did the potatoes, miraculously had one available. Well, we needed two, because that's what we felt like having. I asked if there was another, was told no by E#2. Ok, as I waited for the rest of my order to get assembled, out of no where, E#3 asked if I wanted that 2nd potato...like it's been there all along. Confused, but happy, I gladly said yes. Clearly a breakdown in comms along the line. The condiment station was still empty save for the onions so I went back to my table. 10m later I figured it would have been refilled. Nope. It was in the process, the gent handling it not having much of a sense of urgency. It was finally reloaded and me and several others waiting was able to get some fixins with our Q. The stuffed baked potato was pretty outstanding I have to say. Beautifully fluffy, great ratio of toppings inclined sour cream, and the chopped brisket was a nice paring. We also got a 2 meat plate as well, just to try the brisket and sausage in their own right. The brisket was good, not great. Even the moist crust was a little on the drier side. The Czech sausage was also a winner of the night, VERY good. Oh, and that Mac and Cheese, one of the best I've had at a Q joint. Again, the staff were all SUPER nice and friendly, which I really appreciated. The dinner service organization and prep could have been better. Ps. And yes, the bbq sauce was interesting. It was very tomato based and forward, not as tangy as other sauces. Was it bad, not at all if you look at it as a diff spin on a sauce. If you are expecting a snappy, spicy sauce with a kick and heavier on the molasses and vinegar, you may not dig on this. read more

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When in Texas....skip this spot. BBQ sauce tastes like chef boyaredee brisket was 3oz of fat that I couldn't eat. Rice tastes like box rice. Mac and cheese was good per a 10 year old. Def can find better options. Over priced fat is what I got. read more

Goode Company Barbeque - Supposed to be brisket but it's mainly fat. - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Since I was a kid their no 1 in my book ,including the train station restaurant...the atmosphere is good ,service excellent, at the summit before a concert, goodies was our spot ,as for the food ,melts in your mouth not in your hands read more

This place was empty when I walked in on a Sunday afternoon it's a small place inside. I was skeptical but I gave it a chance and I was pleasantly surprised. It was really good! I had their rice and macaroni as my sides and they were both great. Most of the times the sides at bbq places aren't all that so that's was a plus. The brisket was real juicy not dry at all. The ribs were tender and falling off the bone. The turkey was very good as well not dry and flavorful. I will be coming back here to try their other sides and their different sausages read more

Goode Company Barbeque - Ribs brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Houston, Texas

Ordered some BBQ for delivery the other day and it was actually pretty good. I know BBQ is not supposed to be ordered for delivery - I get that. But I was way too intoxicated at home and the only thing I could think of were ribs. So that's exactly what I ordered. Ribs, brisket, sausage, macaroni and cheese, rice. And an extra side of ribs. The ribs were especially good. Brisket and sausage were pretty decent. Macaroni and cheese was bomb. Highly recommend. Will definitely order from here again soon. read more

Stopped in for an early dinner. Brisket, jalapeno suassage Mac, and green beans. Some of the best green beans! Finished off with pecan pie. Only one sauce...meh tomato based not for me! read more

This place came highly recommended but was mediocre. Barely average bbq. Only decent thing was the ribs and I've had much better. To be fair it was a good atmosphere and the beer was very cold. I would call it equal to fast food bbq chains. The staff was great and quick. But the bbq was more like bb..meh read more

It seems the pork ribs are no longer smoked like previously. They taste disgusting now after 2 new visits. They have a sour aftertaste to me. I called and spoke to the new manager concerning this and he said they are cooking the same since the beginning of the restaurant. I've been going to this restaurant since the late 70's and these definitely doesn't taste anything like the original pork ribs. I'm going to try another restaurant to compare. read more

Awful. Truly. I've lived in Texas 32 years (got here at age 22) and my mother was born and raised. Her sister has lived in Lockhart since 1972 so maybe I'm spoiled, but ... no. This was just bad bbq. It's about as bad as Bill Miller's and that's saying something. The bbq sauce tastes like thick tomato sauce/puree from a can. There is zero seasoning to it, much less kick. No sauces are available to carry tableside, no variations are offered. There is no tang to it. The brisket has an indeterminate but offensive chemical taste to it -- what wood are they smoking this over? None I've ever experienced. The jalapeño cheese bread has about 3% of either. I lived in Houston for 7 years in the mid-90s and came here often. I don't know what y'all did but it's now TERRIBLE. read more

I stopped by today for an iced tea and paid 4 bucks. With the bbq options in town, Goode bbq needs to up its game and have more options such as salad. Portions are silly small for the high prices we pay. This bbq place has a solid Houstonian history but like Fuddruckers and other good restaurants that did not pivot and update to go with the times, it will become a has-been if change doesn't come quick. read more