Brisket Best I have ever had.potato salad and sweet potato better than my Mom's…read more Paul Port Lavaca Tx

The brisket was amazing the sauege wasn't so good coslaw was good dell pickles were so good and the…read morebanana pudding was amazing

There has been a lot of hype around Texas BBQ for a while, and I've been fortunate enough to try…read moremany of the well-known spots. I've also seen the rise and fall of some old and new famous BBQ places, whether from quality dropping, prices increasing, portions shrinking, or places simply not living up to the hype. Lockhart has many original and famous Texas BBQ spots, but I have to say, Barbs B Q truly stands out. I wouldn't even compare it directly with other more traditional Texas BBQ places. Yes, it is that good. Maybe because it's located in Lockhart instead of somewhere like Austin, it doesn't feel overly hyped yet, which honestly might be a good thing. This humble little shop operates with very limited hours but offers exceptional quality food. They open at 11 AM, and I arrived around 10:30 AM, but there was already a line. That tells you everything: you need to get there early. They did start letting people in a little early, which was nice. Like many great BBQ places, even if they say they close at 3 PM, there's a good chance the meat will sell out much earlier. The owner and pitmaster was super friendly and passionate. Even with a long line, she still greeted customers and had a quick conversation with each person, which was honestly impressive. As for the BBQ itself, I tried the ribs, brisket, lamb chops, sausage, green spaghetti, and pudding. Everything was perfection. Yes, I'll say it again: pure perfection, even the bread. When it was my turn, it was hard to find seating, so I ended up bringing the food home, but it was still incredibly delicious. This is BBQ on an entirely different level. My suggestion: come try this place before it goes viral and becomes a huge hype spot. I really love and cherish small local businesses like this, and I hope they keep doing things their way even after more success comes their way.

Our second visit to Barbs B Q somehow topped the first--which we didn't think was possible…read more Waiting in line turned into part of the experience. We ended up chatting with other second-timers, all of us swapping favorites and hyping up the meats like regulars. Even though Chuck wasn't out front slicing this time, the crew absolutely crushed it--things were buzzing along smoothly and the quality didn't miss a beat. We arrived at 11:30am Sunday and we got to the counter at 12:06. While in line, we found a Yeti stocked with ice-cold Lone Stars for the 21+ crowd. When we arrived at the counter, and they handed us bite-sized brisket samples while we waited. One look at that glossy, glistening brisket told you everything--you knew it was going to be insanely juicy, and it delivered. The lamb chops were a standout this time--perfectly cooked with a flavorful herbed crust and paired with a mustard-based BBQ sauce that really set them apart. We also tried the "experimental" herbalicious sausage, and wow--it needs to become permanent. Packed with flavor and totally unique. Portions were generous (again), and we walked away with plenty of leftovers--which is never a bad thing when it tastes this good.

I stopped into Chaparral while on a brief trip to Lockhart, and what I didn't expect was a huge 5K…read moreand 10K to be happening at the same time I was in town. A ton of the runners and spectators needed a little coffee fix after the race, so Chaparral had a huge rush while I was in town. This created a long line and a long back order of drinks. Instead of complaining about how long it took and OH MY GOSH HOW DARE THEY MAKE ME WAIT, I have to give them credit. Though the 3 people working were slammed, they were churning out orders quickly and efficiently, fighting off the rush one drink at a time. It took about 20ish minutes to get my coffee, but after getting my hot lavender latte with oat milk, it was worth the wait. It was a very quality cup, and it was just what I needed to start my day. The shop is super narrow, but super cute and stylish. The roadrunner LED on the wall really added to the shop's character. Next time I'm in Lockhart, I'll go out of my way to get back to Chaparral. RIYL: The best coffee in Lockhart

Friendly folks, good coffee and a quaint little shop on the square. Who could ask for more. Took…read morehome some locally roasted beans while we were at it.

Tried out Commerce Cafe in Lockhart and had a really solid experience overall. The roasted airline…read morechicken breast was absolutely amazing--perfectly cooked, juicy, and full of flavor. The glazed carrots had a light maple taste that paired really well with the dish. The temperature in the restaurant was perfect, which made the whole experience even more comfortable. Service was spot on too--Anna took great care of us and was incredibly patient as we shared stories and even offered a few decor suggestions. She was attentive without being overbearing. The music was great and set at just the right volume, which made it easy to relax, enjoy the meal and hear the conversation. That said, the decor could use a bit of improvement. No offense to the artist, but the prints felt a little odd and too small for the wall space. The overall layout of the restaurant could also be better--it didn't feel as cohesive as the food and service deserved. Also, the hardwood seats could use some padding for both the back and bottom to make longer visits more comfortable. All in all, definitely worth checking out for the food and atmosphere, with just a few areas that could be elevated.

Good little spot to stop in when you're in Lockhart but are for some odd reason NOT craving BBQ…read more We got: -the popovers (a must, very filling, so beware. I do wish it came with more onion butter though!) -burger and fries (solid, the bread leaned a little sweat for my taste -derby pie (get it warmed up!)

Let me say I LOVE HENRYS BREAKFAST!!!!!!…read moreWe always come here for breakfast and it NEVER lets us down!!! The Very Best is the Henrys Ultimate Omelet !!!!! SO GR8!!! My hubby enjoyed the Biscuits and Gravy one day and the Pancakes the next. Staff was very friendly and attentive .... gr8 coffee! Thanx Henrys for being there with the lights on early in the morning !!!

Found on Yelp. Dropped in for breakfast on a Saturday in March. Mid morning, not very busy…read more Quick service, friendly, good communication. Ordered a couple of different breakfast with lots of items so we could try them all. Standouts were the pancakes. They just need real Maple syrup and they would be fantastic! (Hint- I'll pay extra for real maple syrup). Grits were very good. Sausage and home fried potato's were good. Scrambled Eggs were ok, a bit overdone for me. She like the country style ham. Biscuits and sausage gravy were ok... Needed more sausage, more spice. I'd go back for sure.