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Kafi Banana Pudding Saved the Day: Fair BBQ, Premium Prices Kafi BBQ had a few bright spots, but overall the experience did not justify the price point. The standout item was the banana pudding--rich, flavorful, and easily the best thing we ordered. The jalapeño sausage was another highlight, offering great flavor, a nice balance of heat, and the kind of quality I expected from the rest of the meal. Unfortunately, much of the menu fell short. The empanadas were disappointing, with very little meat and an overwhelming amount of cheese. At $9 each, they felt significantly overpriced. The ribs were surprisingly bland and lacked the depth of seasoning and smoke that great barbecue should deliver. The brisket was decent but not memorable. The oxtail had more flavor than the ribs, but it was overly greasy, which detracted from the overall experience. In the end, the food ranged from fair to good, but not at a level that supports the premium prices being charged. Aside from the excellent banana pudding, jalapeño cornbread and jalapeño sausage, there was little that would motivate a return visit. For the cost, there are simply stronger barbecue options in the DFW area.
When in Texas you have to have BBQ and this place was very highly recommended to me by resident in Dallas. The Wagyu Fatty Brisket melted in my mouth and the Pomegranate Burnt ends were Smokey and tender.. The Meat Slicer and Everyone there was super friendly and very accommodating and had great recommendations to try the next time.. Very Clean inside and plenty of room for large groups. I left so stuffed but will definitely be back for Smoked Oxtail and Dino Ribs the NEXT time!
My husband went for takeout bbq. He sent the menu and I told him to decide. We decided on Dino ribs-and beans. The Dino rib was fall off the bone tender. They seemed seasoned but I would have preferred more seasonings. The rib was equally fat and meaty. The bbq sauce was sweet and vinegar tasting. Just ok to me. Along with the ribs were large slices of bread. I was confused as to why the bread was like that. Hopefully they didn't weigh the bread. The beans weee ok. It's very expensive, I will maybe give it a another try with other items.
This spot is located in a plaza of sorts at the end, I arrived last night on a Friday at around 6:30 pm and the entire place was PACKED. You walk in, find the line and wait in line before placing your meal, then you go find a table. Wait was only maybe 15 mins They don't do quarter lbs they start off at a half of lb of anything I only came for the Burnt ends and indeed they were burnt to a crisp! Very tough to eat but the flavor was absolutely there. I would come try them when they first open, something tells me my batch had been sitting for a minute and that light drizzle of the sauce needed to be a downpour, that sauce was really good. They have REAL cane sugar sodas in the machine, extra star for that and 2 huge tubs of BBQ ( spicy or regular) in the middle of the 2 soda machines. I also tried the Mac- wasn't for me The beans tho- those beans RIGHT THERE!! The absolute best! The cardamom banana pudding- if you like things like lavender ice cream this is a treat for you. This was not my flavor profile at all but there is a niche market for that. Overall- I would come back to try the brisket and for more beans
Ambiance? Ambiance? It's a bbq joint with a big-ass smoker outside and a friendly man with a large blade butchering juicy meats up front (in a good way). Kafi nails it. Staff is super nice too. Friendly and pleasant, dealing with ravenously bbq hungry Texans even as the line grew to out the door by noon is no mean feat as y'all should know. They do it with smiles. The location is nice. Good amount of parking, lots of seats including a covered outdoor area to rest your behinds. Talk to me about the BBQ you say. It is quality stuff. They had a special curry sausage in rotation this day that was absolutely magic. The texas twinky was on point and the brisket, no sauce required! That's the mark of a great brisket imo. Great bark on it, nicely smoked. Hats off to the pit master and crew. Sides were not too shabby either. The jalo cornbread was solid. ELotes were kinda weak imo, needed more spice, the mac and cheese hit the right notes. I will so be back here to try the dino ribs. I suggest arriving early as they do run out at times.
After seeing Kafi on Instagram, we decided to make the 3 hour trip from Austin to Irving just to try it out. Austin offers a ton of amazing bbq so our expectations were high. The line wasn't as long as expected for a weekend, which was a plus for us as we have a very impatient 2 year old. It took a total of 10 minutes to get through + get our food and another 20 minutes for the steak. The brisket was super tender, as was the beef rib, as was the oxtail. Honestly, there wasn't a single item on our tray that felt dry. Not even the crust on the bread lol. The bark on the meat was very tasty but not overly salty which I appreciated very much. For me, the steak and the pomegranate glazed burnt ends were the stars of the show. I was very shocked at how tender the steak was. There's zero exaggeration when I say it was melt-in-your-mouth good. I've been to Japan and this steak is very comparable to the Wagyu we had there in terms of quality which, to me, validates the price. The burnt ends are the best I've ever had. The sweetness from the pomegranate glaze was pleasant and a nice contrast to the mostly savory flavors we had going on. The fries were absolutely baller. Crispy outside and fluffy on the inside. 10/10! The Kafi team was super knowledgeable, friendly, happy, and helpful. As we waited to get through the line, I saw the owner walking around the restaurant making sure everyone was happy and thanking everyone for stopping by. I really loved that and you could tell by the way he spoke that he truly takes pride in what he and his team are doing. Overall, Kafi was everything we hoped it would be. We're very satisfied and it was very much worth the trip + the money spent.
Overall, the service was fantastic but the meats were okay. We ordered the Dino bone, wagyu brisket and pomegranate burnt ends. The brisket was a little dry and tough, nothing crazy but was expecting it to be moist and tender considering it was wagyu. The Dino ribs was a lot better than the brisket. Flavorful, tender and fell off the bone. I enjoyed the burnt ends but that's because I'm a fan of pomegranate, the taste is somewhat of an acquired taste
Had an AMAZING experience at Kafi and was a little confused why there wasn't a line around the block. No complaints from me though, this will be my hidden gem recommendation until word inevitably gets out. We pulled up for dinner with a group of 5 on a Saturday night around 7:30 PM and were lucky that they still had their Wagyu Dino Ribs available. They actually respond to their phone number via text, so you can call ahead to see what they have left. There were plenty of tables / booths available and the owner even went around to check-in with every single party on the food. Pomegranate Burnt Ends (4.75/5): Super smokey, melt in your mouth fatty, and slightly sweet. This with their fluffy, buttery bread (please I'll pay to know the recipe for this toast man) and some pickled onions is a bite that will change your life. Wagyu Brisket Empanada (4.5/5): The dough is super crunchy and has the perfect meat to carb ratio (aka high). The green sauce it comes with adds a bit of freshness and creaminess to the fatty, tender brisket. Kafi just does not miss. Wagyu Dino Rib (4.25/5): Super smoky and the bark was a little tough in some places, but generally had a fantastic texture. While it might not be the best in Texas, it's still a stand out food experience and one that you don't have to wait hours and hours in line just to find out they've run out. Tallow French Fries (4/5): Not the crispiest fries ever, but the beef fat just makes the potato taste super luxurious. Makes me sad I don't live in an era with more tallow fried fries. Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese (4/5): I don't think the smoke flavor came though, but this is just a classy, delicious mac & cheese. No notes.
Texas-style wagyu BBQ spot in Irving! It drew my attention after its feature on Eater and I finally got a chance to try while I was back in the DFW area! The brick and mortar is spacious with many booths and tables. When we went on Sunday, there was a line to order but it moved quickly. We got the 1 lb brisket, 2 back ribs, jalapeño cheddar sausage, beef tallow fries, gouda mac and cardamom banana pudding. + the house made BBQ and spicy BBQ sauces. All of this ended up being around $100 for 4 people. I was absolutely blown away by how flavorful and juicy every meat was. I especially loved the brisket seasoning and the bite the jalapeño cheddar sausage had. Everything tasted amazing with the spicy BBQ sauce. Outside of the meats, I highly recommend the beef tallow fries which had such a rich, savory, beefy flavor. Mac I'd probably skip next time because it was dull in comparison to the fries for me. Cardamom banana pudding bad a great flavor, but I wished the pudding itself was a bit more whipped, but that's my personal preference! Everything was spectacular and we happened to meet the owner who was working that day. He was super friendly and you could tell he put a lot of love in this place! My only recommendation is to make the windows in the restaurant less dim!
Came down to try Kafi BBQ after I saw an IG post about throwing a free Iftar for Ramadan. Their food looked incredible so I wanted to see if the taste would be just as incredible. And I can say they did not disappoint! The waygu brisket was amazing and so flavorful. The Iraqi sausage was also unique and flavorful as well. The sides that were included were some pickles mixed in with coleslaw and elote. They even handed out dates which were delightful. Would love to come back to some burnt ends, twinkies, and more brisket!
Oh my - WOW! If this isn't on the top BBQ lists, it will be, should be. Everything we had was fantastic and service is amazing. Everyone was so nice and helpful. The lamb ribs were a fave by everyone - even those that don't usually like lamb and the pomegranate burnt ends are fantastic. Tallow fries...yes please and the banana pudding, we got 2 and they were finished up. We have a family of 5 - Mom, Dad, 3 grown boys and we were stuffed! Inside was nice and clean and the long booth was good size for our family. Total bill for all this deliciousness and drinks was just at $150 which I consider a bargain as our family has dropped WAY more to only be disappointed. If you have a BBQ lover in your family, this is a great stop. We did an early Father's Day lunch on Friday and enjoyed the size of the lunch crowd. The menu is great, something for everyone and you won't be disappointed. My only regret is that I didn't try the seasonal blueberry bread pudding dessert. I know it would have been delicious but already had so. much. YUM!
21 days ago
Kafi BBQ is a Texas style BBQ joint in Irving-Valley Ranch which serves up Halal Wagyu Brisket with Iraqi/Middle Eastern influences. I follow the chef/owner on Instagram (@kafibbq), and the amount of effort and detail he puts into his craft has resulted in multiple return visits for me. This review is for my latest visit. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Kafi BBQ can be found in a shopping strip in Irving-Valley Ranch. Only opened Friday - Sunday, on my most recent Sunday visit around dinner time, Kafi was packed. The patrons were a great mix of families, BBQ lovers, and those looking for high quality Halal meats. Smoke was in the air. 1 Star. Service - The staff is super friendly and nice. Pro Tip - Go for lunch or before 6 before items are sold out. A few items were sold out on my most recent visit (my fault I arrived at 6:45) and the staff weren't aware of what was available, leading to some confusion, but they were so nice it didn't impact my meal. 1 Star. Food - By now, you've probably read or heard about Kafi's Wagyu Brisket. For me, I love following @kafibbq on Instagram so I can see what Salahodeen is cooking up. On this visit, it was the Brisket Sandwich. First off, the house baked bread roll is soft, but firm enough to hold Kafi's famous brisket on a pile of home made cole slaw and pickles. The result was one of the best BBQ sandwiches I've eaten. The bite was soft, smokey, crunchy, and tart (from the pickles). It was a special, and I'm not sure if Kafi will keep this on the menu, but I hope they do. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. It's pricey, but it's worth it. While the brisket is great, I suggest you follow them on Instagram to see what's cooking and plan your visit around the specialty items. 1 Star. read more
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Kafi Banana Pudding Saved the Day: Fair BBQ, Premium Prices Kafi BBQ had a few bright spots, but overall the experience did not justify the price point. The standout item was the banana pudding--rich, flavorful, and easily the best thing we ordered. The jalapeño sausage was another highlight, offering great flavor, a nice balance of heat, and the kind of quality I expected from the rest of the meal. Unfortunately, much of the menu fell short. The empanadas were disappointing, with very little meat and an overwhelming amount of cheese. At $9 each, they felt significantly overpriced. The ribs were surprisingly bland and lacked the depth of seasoning and smoke that great barbecue should deliver. The brisket was decent but not memorable. The oxtail had more flavor than the ribs, but it was overly greasy, which detracted from the overall experience. In the end, the food ranged from fair to good, but not at a level that supports the premium prices being charged. Aside from the excellent banana pudding, jalapeño cornbread and jalapeño sausage, there was little that would motivate a return visit. For the cost, there are simply stronger barbecue options in the DFW area. read more
When in Texas you have to have BBQ and this place was very highly recommended to me by resident in Dallas. The Wagyu Fatty Brisket melted in my mouth and the Pomegranate Burnt ends were Smokey and tender.. The Meat Slicer and Everyone there was super friendly and very accommodating and had great recommendations to try the next time.. Very Clean inside and plenty of room for large groups. I left so stuffed but will definitely be back for Smoked Oxtail and Dino Ribs the NEXT time! read more
3 months ago
My husband went for takeout bbq. He sent the menu and I told him to decide. We decided on Dino ribs-and beans. The Dino rib was fall off the bone tender. They seemed seasoned but I would have preferred more seasonings. The rib was equally fat and meaty. The bbq sauce was sweet and vinegar tasting. Just ok to me. Along with the ribs were large slices of bread. I was confused as to why the bread was like that. Hopefully they didn't weigh the bread. The beans weee ok. It's very expensive, I will maybe give it a another try with other items. read more
This spot is located in a plaza of sorts at the end, I arrived last night on a Friday at around 6:30 pm and the entire place was PACKED. You walk in, find the line and wait in line before placing your meal, then you go find a table. Wait was only maybe 15 mins They don't do quarter lbs they start off at a half of lb of anything I only came for the Burnt ends and indeed they were burnt to a crisp! Very tough to eat but the flavor was absolutely there. I would come try them when they first open, something tells me my batch had been sitting for a minute and that light drizzle of the sauce needed to be a downpour, that sauce was really good. They have REAL cane sugar sodas in the machine, extra star for that and 2 huge tubs of BBQ ( spicy or regular) in the middle of the 2 soda machines. I also tried the Mac- wasn't for me The beans tho- those beans RIGHT THERE!! The absolute best! The cardamom banana pudding- if you like things like lavender ice cream this is a treat for you. This was not my flavor profile at all but there is a niche market for that. Overall- I would come back to try the brisket and for more beans read more
Ambiance? Ambiance? It's a bbq joint with a big-ass smoker outside and a friendly man with a large blade butchering juicy meats up front (in a good way). Kafi nails it. Staff is super nice too. Friendly and pleasant, dealing with ravenously bbq hungry Texans even as the line grew to out the door by noon is no mean feat as y'all should know. They do it with smiles. The location is nice. Good amount of parking, lots of seats including a covered outdoor area to rest your behinds. Talk to me about the BBQ you say. It is quality stuff. They had a special curry sausage in rotation this day that was absolutely magic. The texas twinky was on point and the brisket, no sauce required! That's the mark of a great brisket imo. Great bark on it, nicely smoked. Hats off to the pit master and crew. Sides were not too shabby either. The jalo cornbread was solid. ELotes were kinda weak imo, needed more spice, the mac and cheese hit the right notes. I will so be back here to try the dino ribs. I suggest arriving early as they do run out at times. read more
After seeing Kafi on Instagram, we decided to make the 3 hour trip from Austin to Irving just to try it out. Austin offers a ton of amazing bbq so our expectations were high. The line wasn't as long as expected for a weekend, which was a plus for us as we have a very impatient 2 year old. It took a total of 10 minutes to get through + get our food and another 20 minutes for the steak. The brisket was super tender, as was the beef rib, as was the oxtail. Honestly, there wasn't a single item on our tray that felt dry. Not even the crust on the bread lol. The bark on the meat was very tasty but not overly salty which I appreciated very much. For me, the steak and the pomegranate glazed burnt ends were the stars of the show. I was very shocked at how tender the steak was. There's zero exaggeration when I say it was melt-in-your-mouth good. I've been to Japan and this steak is very comparable to the Wagyu we had there in terms of quality which, to me, validates the price. The burnt ends are the best I've ever had. The sweetness from the pomegranate glaze was pleasant and a nice contrast to the mostly savory flavors we had going on. The fries were absolutely baller. Crispy outside and fluffy on the inside. 10/10! The Kafi team was super knowledgeable, friendly, happy, and helpful. As we waited to get through the line, I saw the owner walking around the restaurant making sure everyone was happy and thanking everyone for stopping by. I really loved that and you could tell by the way he spoke that he truly takes pride in what he and his team are doing. Overall, Kafi was everything we hoped it would be. We're very satisfied and it was very much worth the trip + the money spent. read more
Overall, the service was fantastic but the meats were okay. We ordered the Dino bone, wagyu brisket and pomegranate burnt ends. The brisket was a little dry and tough, nothing crazy but was expecting it to be moist and tender considering it was wagyu. The Dino ribs was a lot better than the brisket. Flavorful, tender and fell off the bone. I enjoyed the burnt ends but that's because I'm a fan of pomegranate, the taste is somewhat of an acquired taste read more
Had an AMAZING experience at Kafi and was a little confused why there wasn't a line around the block. No complaints from me though, this will be my hidden gem recommendation until word inevitably gets out. We pulled up for dinner with a group of 5 on a Saturday night around 7:30 PM and were lucky that they still had their Wagyu Dino Ribs available. They actually respond to their phone number via text, so you can call ahead to see what they have left. There were plenty of tables / booths available and the owner even went around to check-in with every single party on the food. Pomegranate Burnt Ends (4.75/5): Super smokey, melt in your mouth fatty, and slightly sweet. This with their fluffy, buttery bread (please I'll pay to know the recipe for this toast man) and some pickled onions is a bite that will change your life. Wagyu Brisket Empanada (4.5/5): The dough is super crunchy and has the perfect meat to carb ratio (aka high). The green sauce it comes with adds a bit of freshness and creaminess to the fatty, tender brisket. Kafi just does not miss. Wagyu Dino Rib (4.25/5): Super smoky and the bark was a little tough in some places, but generally had a fantastic texture. While it might not be the best in Texas, it's still a stand out food experience and one that you don't have to wait hours and hours in line just to find out they've run out. Tallow French Fries (4/5): Not the crispiest fries ever, but the beef fat just makes the potato taste super luxurious. Makes me sad I don't live in an era with more tallow fried fries. Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese (4/5): I don't think the smoke flavor came though, but this is just a classy, delicious mac & cheese. No notes. read more
Texas-style wagyu BBQ spot in Irving! It drew my attention after its feature on Eater and I finally got a chance to try while I was back in the DFW area! The brick and mortar is spacious with many booths and tables. When we went on Sunday, there was a line to order but it moved quickly. We got the 1 lb brisket, 2 back ribs, jalapeño cheddar sausage, beef tallow fries, gouda mac and cardamom banana pudding. + the house made BBQ and spicy BBQ sauces. All of this ended up being around $100 for 4 people. I was absolutely blown away by how flavorful and juicy every meat was. I especially loved the brisket seasoning and the bite the jalapeño cheddar sausage had. Everything tasted amazing with the spicy BBQ sauce. Outside of the meats, I highly recommend the beef tallow fries which had such a rich, savory, beefy flavor. Mac I'd probably skip next time because it was dull in comparison to the fries for me. Cardamom banana pudding bad a great flavor, but I wished the pudding itself was a bit more whipped, but that's my personal preference! Everything was spectacular and we happened to meet the owner who was working that day. He was super friendly and you could tell he put a lot of love in this place! My only recommendation is to make the windows in the restaurant less dim! read more
Came down to try Kafi BBQ after I saw an IG post about throwing a free Iftar for Ramadan. Their food looked incredible so I wanted to see if the taste would be just as incredible. And I can say they did not disappoint! The waygu brisket was amazing and so flavorful. The Iraqi sausage was also unique and flavorful as well. The sides that were included were some pickles mixed in with coleslaw and elote. They even handed out dates which were delightful. Would love to come back to some burnt ends, twinkies, and more brisket! read more
17 days ago
I wish this place was open for more days! The food is amazing. I enjoyed their empanada and burnt ends. The pomegranate sauce on the Burt ends is delicious. Their service is great. I enjoy coming here. read more
15 hours ago
Oh my - WOW! If this isn't on the top BBQ lists, it will be, should be. Everything we had was fantastic and service is amazing. Everyone was so nice and helpful. The lamb ribs were a fave by everyone - even those that don't usually like lamb and the pomegranate burnt ends are fantastic. Tallow fries...yes please and the banana pudding, we got 2 and they were finished up. We have a family of 5 - Mom, Dad, 3 grown boys and we were stuffed! Inside was nice and clean and the long booth was good size for our family. Total bill for all this deliciousness and drinks was just at $150 which I consider a bargain as our family has dropped WAY more to only be disappointed. If you have a BBQ lover in your family, this is a great stop. We did an early Father's Day lunch on Friday and enjoyed the size of the lunch crowd. The menu is great, something for everyone and you won't be disappointed. My only regret is that I didn't try the seasonal blueberry bread pudding dessert. I know it would have been delicious but already had so. much. YUM! read more
19 days ago
Best BBQ I've ever had in my life. My taste buds went to heaven. Get there early as some of the meat sells out before the end of the day read more
Incredible food made with a lot of love. We stopped by after visiting another BBQ in the morning on recommendation of a friend and the recent Texas Monthly article on the incredible French fries. The Wagyu strip steak that's been smoked and finished by deep frying in beef tallow is incredible as is the Iraqi sausage with kebab seasoning as is the incredible Texas Twinkie with house smoked cheese and wrapped in beef bacon. House made pickles and bread are also delicious. Family environment, Maine Root soda fountain, everything available rolling up at dinner time? Yes please. Owner came out and personally explained the preparation of the dishes was a big bonus too. read more
3 months ago
Stopped by Kafi Halal BBQ for Iftar while in Texas and was seriously impressed. The brisket was tender, juicy, and packed with smoky flavor--exactly what you hope for when you're craving great BBQ. One of the highlights was their Texas Twinkie--a jalapeño stuffed with brisket and wrapped in beef bacon. It was absolutely amazing. The jalapeño had just the right kick, the brisket was smoky and flavorful, and the beef bacon wrapped it all together perfectly. Every bite was a great mix of spicy, savory, and smoky. If you're looking for quality halal BBQ with bold flavor, this place is definitely worth checking out. Everything tasted fresh and well-prepared. I'll definitely be back to try more from their menu. read more
I saw this on TikTok and it was one of my main reasons of visiting Dallas! It is very difficult to find halal BBQ anywhere so I was excited to try this. We went around lunch time on a Friday. They were already a little busy despite only being open for an hour. This was our first time here and the staff immediately helped assist us on what we should order. They were all very friendly and gave us a free drink as well! The food was amazing! The Dino rib was my favorite! They were also trialing their salad and it was really good too! They have plenty of seating but I would say as we were there it started filling up fast. This will definitely be my first stop next time I'm in Dallas! read more
4 months ago
Yep! Looking for a solid Texas barbecue joint with a bit of something special? Come on over to Irving. Kafi and gang are doing something unique and flavorful. Starting with the cutter, Alan, who is not only incredibly friendly but helpful and informative. Kafi is walking around making sure you're taken care of and answering any questions about the menu. Super clean restaurant with plenty of seating. We came in right before the lunch crowd on a Friday (noonish). Minimal wait; two groups in front of us. But that gave us time to have our questions answered. Another Halal establishment that knocks it right out of the park. We got the wagyu brisket, wagyu back ribs (similar texture to pork ribs and leaner than the beef rib), organic chicken, all the sausage options (jalapeno/chedder, Iraqi and their monthly special of chipotle raspberry), brisket empanadas, rack of lamb ribs and pomegranate glazed burnt ends. For sides we got the Gouda mac n cheese, tallow baked beans, jalapeno cornbread and tallow French fries. All were juicy and delicious. The stand outs were the pomegranate glazed burnt ends, back ribs, mac n cheese and basbousa's. The service was top notch. Everyone is incredibly friendly and helpful. read more
Came here after a week of trying them last week. Kafi mentioned that he'll be making the Special Fig cheesecake! It was wonderful. Not too sweet at all. It has fig sauce on top! Had the burnt sides again with the Jalapeño Cheese Cornbread. They always play jazz so that's a treat! Service is always awesome! read more
1 day ago
A great halal space serving wagyu beef. We tried a ribeye steak, brisket and pomegranate glazed burnt ends. The steak was okay and brisket seemed to be not my cup of tea. But the pomegranate glazed burnt ends were truly amazing. The fries with beef tallow and mac n cheese was also okay. They give massive complementary breads. read more
4 months ago
Born and raised in TX i know some great bbq, I have had bbq in DFW did a bbq food crawl in Austin and my visit today at Kafi just elevated my bbq experience. It's a must visit and must try for sure. I ordered the Wagyu brisket, the Wagyu back ribs and the chipotle raspberry sausage with a side of smoked gouda mac n cheese, jalapeño corn bread they forgot to pack my bbq baked beans no worries i will be back for it and for dessert i go the monthly special pistachio chocolate cheesecake. A+++ I will be back read more
I came here with a few friends who only eat halal so it was wonderful to introduce them to the world of BBQ. We got the pomegranate burnt ends, Mac and cheese, wagyu ribs, baked beans, cornbread and tallow fries. Everything we got was perfectly seasoned and cooked. The meat was tender. In the future we would probably exchange the burnt ends for brisket as the burnt ends were very fatty. We got the cardamom banana pudding which was not too overwhelming. It was sweet and a great refreshing dessert. read more
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2 months ago
Lip smacking, finger licking, orgasm in the mouth BBQ! The highest quality ingredients used! Organic, pasture raised, & regenerative farmed meats! The owner stops by every table, committed to the highest standards of customer service! read more
Actually gas I think this place is better than terry blacks and it's halal. The owner is super nice and cool, very helpful but man this Dino rib is too good. This place comes close to goldees for me and with no wait ima be here every time I'm in town read more
1 month ago
I came about 20 minutes before close (10pm) and they had a few things left. Brisket is my favorite meat so I got some but there was only lean brisket left. It was still tender but just a bit too tough for my taste. The bark on it is incredible though and filled with flavor. The rib was excellent. The jalapeño cornbread was amazing! It was still moist that late in the day. Finally, the Mac n cheese was creamy and balanced the meat well. Will definitely try to go earlier in the day next time, can't wait to try some of the other things on the menu! read more
2 months ago
I will definitely return, the corn is a must , the brisket empanadas must have when visiting. read more
We've been meaning to try this place out because there is only 1 other DFW BBQ spot w Wagyu beef and Kafi is also halal. When we arrived at 5pm on a Saturday night there were only a handful of tables occupied and no line (we'll get to why later). But first, the meats are really really good. We had brisket, a Dino rib and a burnt end. The best slice of brisket was our favorite. The tallow fries are addictive and we downed the whole basket. And we had to get the cardamom banana pudding and it is as good as advertised, with a hint of the spice (not too strong) to add complexity to the flavor profile. So why do they only receive 3* from me? First, they charge a premium - $45/lb for brisket and Dino rib vs $37 at Terry Blacks and around the same for other competitors. And I know that wagyu isn't cheap but Kafi really isn't better than other top BBQ in DFW - and we have a lot of em. The rib meat could be a little more tender, and as noted by another reviewer, the brisket isn't consistent - we ordered moist and one slice was PERFECT but another was super lean. And they cut a new brisket for us and gave us the end (and charged us for it) - which was all fat. The service wasn't particularly friendly (and I get along with pretty much everyone) or generous. Some examples - I told the cutter how long I've been looking forward to coming to Kafi...no response. In addition to giving us the end slice of brisket, they gave us the heel of the admittedly fantastic house baked bread as one of our 3 allocated slices. And...the group ahead of us ordered tallow fries and then waffled on it so they gave them a sample from the basket, but the customer still turned it down. So when it was my turn I asked if I could try a fry but was totally ignored. We ordered fries anyways and they tried to give us the previously sampled basket. I then asked if they could fry up a fresh batch for us, so they set aside the basket behind the window to the kitchen for a minute or two...and then proceeded to PUT IT BACK ON OUR TRAY. I know because the fries were not hot by the time we sat down to eat (still good but hot tallow fries would have been 10x better). The slaw, pickles and jalapeños were delicious, but I always eat a lot of em w my BBQ and they gave a small amount of each - so I asked for more and they only added another scoop of jalapeños. Also, no liquor license so no beer w the BBQ. And BBQ without beer is...not ideal. Look, Kafi is fine BBQ but we spent $100 before tip for dinner for 2 and there are so many other options - so we won't be back (We're going to Hurtado's next!). The best BBQ in TX (I'm looking at you, Goldie's!) is an EXPERIENCE that comes with the friendliest team behind the counter and a community of dedicated BBQ enthusiasts talking about it in line with you, and if Kafi even wants to be mentioned in the same breath they will need to really up their game. P.S. the table next to us had 2 kids and while the mom was CHANGING the baby on the table while they were eating, the older child was SUCKING on the BBQ and ketchup squeeze bottles that they have at the table - eww. This isn't something that Kafi could have done anything about but really?!? read more
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Salahodeen A.
We're really sorry to hear that your experience in line wasn't what…
Great option for anyone looking for halal bbq. Their brisket is probably one of the most tender and flavorful one's I've had. Same goes for their large ribs. I also liked the smoked gouda mac n cheese, tallow fries, and elote. What I loved was their cardamom banana pudding. That is nothing like I have ever had before and it had me licking my spoon. The ones that were a miss for me were the jalapeno cheddar sausage, and corn bread - both of which were on the drier end for me. The Texas twinkie is something I was really looking forward to but was disappointed. The cream cheese was nearly nonexistent in the one I had so it just felt like I was eating a grilled jalapeno and bacon. I have heard from friends that they did not experience the same things for these items when they went so I definitely need to go again. Great for groups and ample seating. read more
Service was great, staff is friendly. We were in line for about 30 minutes before we made it to the front and got our tray of bbq. I'll start with the good, the brisket flavor was great. It was the best thing in the menu. Then comes everything else. The sides were terrible. The beans tasted like they were soaked in bbq sauce. The Mac was too firm and wasn't cheesy at all. As far as the meats. The back ribs were not too bad, good seasoning and taste. The sausage meat was clumpy but tasted unique. And skip the Texas Twinkie , it wasn't cooked all the way through and hardly had any fillings. There was enough seating everywhere, nothing special about the decor. read more
Dino ribs were amazingly and highly recommend. There was no wait so that's another plus. Unfortunately they ran out of NY strip steaks. They suggest going on Saturday. We went on Sunday. The location had a lot of seats and a nice outdoor area when it gets warmer. I also got the burnt ends which have a unique flavor. read more
Nice place. I was looking for BBQ in Irving, Texas and stumbled upon Kafi BBQ. The service was super friendly, and the brisket was excellent. My favorite item was the beef empanadas. They were described as having the texture of a corn dog, and they were really good. The mac and cheese is also worth calling out. I'd recommend it and look forward to returning. Five stars! read more
The people that work here are really nice and the place is clean. So you can tell they care about the facility and product. However, I thought the meal was just okay. We had the Dino rib which was flavorful and had the right amount of fat. Then we had the sausage both we okay, but I would not order again. We then tried the empanada which was good but not great. The brisket was okay as well. I just needed more pizzazz. The fries had a nice crisp. The meal was fine but for the price point, I want a bit more besides the Dino rib. The location has great parking and plenty of seating. read more
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Salahodeen A.
Thank you for your honest review, Tae, and we apologize it didn't…
So, I think for Halal food it's probably 5 star barbecue, but as someone looking for good barbecue, this is really sub-par to the others in the area. The meat was way too fatty. I did not like the thick coating of dry rub on both the rib and brisket. They tasted exactly the same, there was no need for both. The sides were fine (corn and Mac and cheese), but not hot (as others have said). Truth be told, the only part of the meal I really enjoyed was the banana pudding. I am not their target audience, and I hope they do well for their community. Good concept, food was not for me. read more
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Salahodeen A.
We're sorry to hear this, Mindi. We'd love to get another chance to…
Oh my GOD!! This literally is the best thing I've ever had. My BFF Bob works and lives mostly in Dallas. So, I went down for a November golfing weekend, and a little food. Bob already told me before I arrived that we'd be eating at Kafi. What a delightful experience. All waygu beef and all delicious. The staff was friendly and fantastic. Nice, spacious comfortable dining room. With speedy service. Just get in line and order. We had brisket, Dino bones, burnt ends, Iraqi sausage, garlic sausage, elote, Mac and cheese and baked beans. So fucking good (excuse my language) but it was amazing. The beef smoked meats I've ever had hands down. Every time I come from Omaha to visit I will eat at Kafi. Shukran GO TO THERE!!!!!! read more
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We have two sources: wagyuX is just south of Dallas and they have American wagyu that's graded, and supply us with brisket and large dino ribs.… Read more
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