The service and food were amazing! A definite must try! You will not be disappointed!read more

My friends love their BBQ and this is one of their favorite places to visit. We have often…read morewondered how much one of the larger-than-life beef rib cost and we finally got the answer, around $60! And boy, was it flavorful, juicy, and delicious. Other favorites from the menu includes prime brisket $19/half pound and pork belly burnt ends $19/half pound. I was not impressed with the $7 Texas Twinkie, a jumbo jalapeno stuffed with brisket and cream cheese, wrapped in bacon. On the contrary, one of our friends dreams about it. They have lots of sides to pick from and they give you a small container that you can fill up (not weighed). Desserts are free and self-serve for those dining in, options include peach cobbler, banana pudding and vanilla and chocolate soft serve. This place is popular, but the lines move fast and there is plenty of seating. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2026

First time and I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area! The staff were extremely…read morefriendly and gave us some samples of the different meats, which was a nice touch! The food is DELICIOUS! The brisket was tender and moist. We had zero wait time when we got there, which was also nice. The staff also wrote down a bunch of different suggestions on what to do nearby that night.

My co-worker and I wanted to try some authentic Texas BBQ, so we stopped at Meat U Anywhere BBQ in…read moreGrapevine -- and we knew we made a good choice before we even walked through the door. The smell of smoke hitting you in the parking lot was amazing! Great little BBQ-joint atmosphere, and the staff was friendly and welcoming from the moment we walked in. I ordered the rib and brisket combo with potato salad. The brisket was tender, flavorful, and had a really nice bark on it. But the St. Louis rib was AWESOME! The dry rub had fantastic flavor -- honestly, no sauce needed! Overall, a great Texas BBQ experience and definitely a place I'd visit again.

Our experience was PERFECT! The food is TOP TIER!! Our waitress Aliyah was very nice and her…read morerecommendations were on point! We will be back!! We lovedddd our meal!!! Thank you!!!

I've been hearing about Hurtado on 105.3 The Fan for a while, and although radio ads don't usually…read moreinfluence me, they made this barbecue sound so good that I wanted to try it. Then I accidentally parked in the wrong spot while going to get my nails done, looked up, and saw Hurtado. Clearly, lunch was meant to happen! I ordered the three-meat plate with brisket, ribs, and poblano sausage, plus bacon ranch potato salad, macaroni and cheese, and tater tot casserole. I'll admit, I wondered whether all the extras in the sides might be doing too much. Well, after bringing everything home and digging in, I can say it absolutely worked. The ribs were tender and delicious, with great barbecue flavor. The poblano sausage was amazing! I've had jalapeño cheddar sausage before, but this was something different and so good. The brisket had a wonderful smoky flavor, although it wasn't quite as tender as I expected on my first serving. It had cooled down some by the time I got home, and when I reheated it for round two, it was much more tender. Next time, I'll ask whether I can get a leaner cut, just as a personal preference. Now, the sides deserve their own moment. The bacon ranch potato salad had a finely mashed texture, with delicious bacon and green onions on top. Chef's kiss! The macaroni and cheese had spiral pasta, a little jalapeño heat, and such a creamy, delicious sauce. I've never had any quite like it. The tater tot casserole was another winner. It reminded me a little of Cracker Barrel's hash brown casserole, but with a smoky, bacon-like flavor and a much finer potato texture. My first thought was, "Is this cauliflower?" It wasn't--it was just a different texture than I expected, and oh my goodness, it was good. Even the bread had that sweet, Hawaiian-style taste that I love. I'm picky about barbecue sauce, so I wasn't sure what to expect there either. This one was sweet with a hint of Tex mex flavor and a little something different in the seasoning that worked so well with the barbecue. I loved it. The portions were generous, especially the sides, and my takeout container was full of meat and two slices of bread. Service was quick, too. My food came out about five minutes after I sat down, and they offered me water while I waited. I went in hoping the food would live up to everything I'd heard, and it was even better than I imagined. Everything had its own flavor, and it all came together so well. Now I'm thinking about that meal and already looking forward to going back!

It's uncommon to find good barbecue at a place with several locations, a place so big, and a place…read morewith so many menu options. But Hard Eight nailed it. The brisket was fall apart tender and had good flavor. The ribs had a nice rub, the jalapeño sausage was just the right heat. The jalapeño chicken poppers were excellent, the chicken just had such good smoke on it. The line moved quick. It's not S tier for TX BBQ, but it's a 4.5/5. I guess I'll give Dallas a break on this one and round up.

I was really disappointed with my experience at Hard Eight BBQ. For the price, I expected much…read morebetter quality. The meat was tough, lacked flavor, and overall just wasn't very enjoyable. What made it worse was how expensive the meal was for what we received. I don't mind paying good money for good barbecue, but the quality has to match the price. Unfortunately, this time it didn't. I left feeling like I paid premium BBQ prices for a meal that was nowhere near premium quality.

A hidden gem. When I think BBQ, I think of stores opened for…read moredecades where the wood paneling are stained and soaked with smoke, western decor and usually a stand-alone building looking out of place. So imagine my surprise when I discovered this place, new and part of a strip center. I saw the reviews and decided to try it. I had the 2-meat platter with pulled pork & smoked turkey breast, wife had hot links and sliced brisket. All were good. As a Texan, I'm almost embarrassed to admit I prefer pulled pork over brisket, but both were really good. Hot links were actually spicy. I was surprised. Turkey was really good as well. Not a bad side with our order either. Beans, Cole slaw, Green Beans and Broccoli & Cheese Casserole. All, very good. Wife had the banana pudding and demolished it before I had a chance to try a spoonful. Staff is nice and friendly. Really enjoyed it and will be back.

This was some of the worst bbq I've ever had. I was so excited to go to eat bbq as soon as I got to…read moreTexas and I was sooooo disappointed. Everything was bland and overcooked. I literally had pork ribs that were jerky. Also, all the bbq sauces we were offered didnt help the situation. Sides were all undesirable. Wish I would've walked back out instead of ordering. Smh

The talk of our thanksgiving! They saved the day when our turkey wasn't thawed in time! So…read moreflavorful & moist! Will definitely be using Big Bears smokehouse again next year! Pickup was so easy and quick. Thank you guys so much!

Perfect end to the day. Husband got the pulled brisket sandwich and I got the baked potato with…read morebrisket. Brisket and bbq sauce were awesome and service was great. I highly recommend

This place was chill. That was my first time going back. It's been awhile since I've been there…read more I love the cider, not a huge beer drinker. But I did enjoy trying different beers and ciders. The also had good and other this you can purchase from the test of the store. I think of about time a give them the another visit. The service was also great and I took bought cider to go.

Drinks, Ambiance/TV's, Food, and Service was great! Outdoor patio nice too since it is up on a hill.read more

We were looking for soul food not too far away, and found this place. While still a bit of…read moredistance from us we decided to order pickup. I placed the order online for pickup with no issues. Inside had a few tables for people that wanted to dine in, but there were only people picking up when I arrived. I only waited a few more minutes for it to be boxed up. We ordered the wings, fried fish, sausage, and rib tips. No complaints from anyone - everyone loved their food. I had the wings and they were really good - a bit spicy and loved the flavor. We will definitely get this again.

We decided to order from this restaurant through the Too Good To Go app…read more I rarely write harsh reviews, but this experience deserves every bit of criticism. What happened today was unacceptable from the moment we walked in. The place was visibly dirty and completely unappetizing. The back area was mostly hidden behind what looked like a shower curtain, which did nothing to inspire confidence. There appeared to be only one man working, and he came out only a few times during the entire 45 minutes we waited. Even more concerning, there was a child who looked to be about eight or nine years old wearing latex gloves and repeatedly coming out to the front, apparently helping with restaurant tasks that no child should be doing. Despite having prepaid through Too Good To Go, no one acknowledged us for nearly 10 minutes. We stood in a hot dining room with almost no air conditioning while the child wandered in and out and the adult remained behind the curtain. More people arrived behind us, also with prepaid orders, until there were about 10 people waiting. We watched three other customers receive their food before us. One was a DoorDash driver, which made sense, and one woman had arrived before us. However, another woman with a very small order was served ahead of us even though she arrived after we did. When the man finally came out, we showed him our Too Good To Go order. He swiped the app, marking our order as picked up, then disappeared behind the curtain again and never returned with our food. After waiting 45 minutes in a sweltering dining room on a nearly 100-degree Texas day, we gave up. We left without the food we had already paid for. At that point, losing the cost of the meal was preferable to staying in that environment any longer. This was one of the worst pickup experiences I have ever had. Between the unsanitary conditions, the lack of staff, the presence of a child apparently performing restaurant tasks, the complete absence of customer service, and the fact that we never even received the order we had already paid for, I can say with complete confidence: We will never return.

So glad we dropped by to try their BBQ. Had the pulled pork…read morewith burnt-end beans & banana puddin'. Sooo yummy. We will make the drive again for their tasty BBQ and look forward to trying their other selections. The staff was super friendly!

Let me start this review by saying this is not my first time here. There's a good reason I keep…read morecoming back, the food is outstanding! I got the smoked turkey with green beans and the burnt in beans. They really are one of my favorite side dishes to eat. The two guys carving meat were funny, friendly, and helpful. They graciously gave me a taste of the turkey before I ordered it and I'm glad they did. I love the family style seating. This place is nice and comfortable. Unfortunately I always go during work so I never get a beer. They live up to their name, fully supporting this great country and the constitution that defends it So go, support local barbecue!

The Ranch is a long-standing restaurant in Irving-Las Colinas, which is a very popular place for…read moreafter work Happy Hour. Recently, I had lunch here, and they now have a new farm to table menu that really exceeded my expectations. The Ranch has reinvented itself many times, and now it's a restaurant I would visit for the food AND atmosphere. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - At its core, it's a bar with several indoor and outdoor dining areas with a country theme. The Ranch is so versatile that you can host a private event while people dine in the main area while others hang out at the bar. There's also a charming outdoor area that is nice if the weather is cool. Best of all - it's full of people and energy. 1 Star. Service - Our server was great. We explained the concept, went over the menu, and while a large table occupied his time, several of the staff were helpful. Everyone was dressed in Cowboy/Ranch gear. Texas Southern Hospitality is real. 1 Star. Food - My most recent visit was like visiting a new restaurant. The Ranch's menu has changed, and everything was new. I started with the pork belly appetizers, which was a great start to meal. The tender pork meat had a layer of sweet + salty belly that melts in your mouth. I went with the Barbacoa Grilled Cheese that was one of the best I've ever had. The barbacoa (shredded BBQ beef) was the star and was better than any brisket grilled cheese I've had. The sourdough was grilled with lots of butter, so after devouring the sandwich I had to wash my hands. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Absolutely. I had been to The Ranch so many times I considered a place to gather for Happy Hour. Not anymore. The new menu is incredible, and I can't wait to return. 1 Star.

We decided to check out the Ranch on a Tuesday evening. We had a reservation for 9:30 and there…read morewere still several people dining in the bar and dining areas. This place gives Texas Chic vibes in a fun way. The hostess were very welcoming and helped us to our table shortly after we arrived. We decided to share a few dishes and really enjoyed them all. - The Meat and cheese board was a great assortment of items. While I didn't eat the meat, my friends really enjoyed the options. The cheese, fruit, nuts and spreads were all delicious. - The Margarita pizza had an interesting twist with the addition of pecans. I really enjoyed it however, I wished the tomatoes would have been consistently sliced as some were barely if at all sliced so you had to do a little more work to keep them in place. - The House salad was good and I enjoyed the vinaigrette it was served with. We also shared a bottle of the house white wine which we all really enjoyed. It wasn't clear from the wine menu that this was an option, but our waiter recommended it and even brought us a sample. The service of a waiter was a mixed bag. I'm not sure if it was the time of our reservation or what else may have been going on but we didn't find him to be as helpful without being prompted, at times made a feel a bit rushed and moved on from us quickly. It was the first time for at least two of us but he didn't ask this nor mention anything about the menu or concept to us. The one exception was with the wine recommendation. Overall we all enjoyed the food enough to want to return with hope for a better service experience.