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LocalCraft BBQ

4.8 (163 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Brad M.

2 years later, and simply the best around! Now you can purchase a beer! The pork belly burnt ends are still awesome! The smashburger can change you life! and the point system is still there... and I used them every chance I can! You are wasting your time if you are going anywhere else! 5 STARS AGAIN

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Dale S.

The real deal. True Cue! (Take the True Cue pledge at http://www.truecue.org/the-pledge) Drove up today from NRH to finally give LC a try at lunch. Well worth the drive. These cats have got it going on. If you know real Texas BBQ you know what you will find here. Solid Central Texas style BBQ. We ordered a pound of brisket from the point and a pound of ribs. No sides. Both were all that we are looking for in BBQ brisket and ribs. Perfection on both meats: rendering, smoke, seasoning, bark, rib meat to bone relationship, etc. Everything one expects from meats properly cooked over post oak on offset pits. Offset pits! The sauce here is quite nice and an especially great compliment to the pork ribs. Didn't ask if house made but I assume it is. Three beers on tap (Dos Equis, Shiner and wus Lite : ) along with several others in cans. No vino. Just go!

Working hard and giving great service!
Norma P.

05/9/2025 Friday 11:50. Local craft is right on the road past the post office so keep an eye out. A throw back to small town Americana. A little joint with a hopping business as such the parking is not quiet enough but the dollar store will do. There was a little line, nothing too crazy. 1 person taking orders and manning the register, 4 good folks behind her preparing the various items. Everyone was moving quickly and no one seemed frazzled or stressed. It has ample seating in my opinion. They serve burgers too, but I came for the brisket and pork belly. Paired with green chili corn and baked beans. The brisket. One of the best I have ever had. Hear me out, it was not the moistest, dissolve in your mouth brisket (think Pecan lodge), but it was a good meaty, moist brisket. Had a great chew and the bark and seasoning were perfect! Not too peppery. What put this brisket at a five star for me, despite the moist aka fatty (for you real bbq folks) it was not heavy. I can put it any better than that. The fat gave it flavor and moisture but not too much. The smoke delicate but permeated the entire meat! Wow! The pork belly is sliced like brisket instead of the usual cubes. I think perhaps this is what lent to the dryness and not quite hit enough. That having been said, the flavor and smoke was spot on. I didn't mind the dryness because of the flavor. This pork belly would have been amazing hot and fresher. The sides. Creamed corn wasn't exactly creamed but good. The beans a little on the tangy side, which I like. Of course, I don't go for the sides. It is really great when I find one or two that can give the meat a run for its money! I highly recommend this place for really, really good cue.

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Troy C.

Had the brisket, pork brisket, and my wife had the baked potato. It was the largest potato we have ever seen. Food was fantastic. Great environment. Got to meet "Rocky" the owner who was friendly and hospitable. Highly recommend this for BBQ

1.37 pound beef rib
Kelly K.

I'm so full I can hardly write this review!! Oh My Gosh and I happy we discovered this little gem off the beaten path! The BBQ was mind blowing! My husband & I shared a HUGE beef rib, Mac n Cheese & green beans. Our friend had burnt ends & brisket. Every single bite was heaven! I wish we had something like this in AZ. Thank you LocalCraft BBQ!! We love your service, food, & Texas hospitality!

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Lisa L.

Best BBQ I have had in quite awhile. Had the Craft plate- 4 meats and choice of 3 sides. Turkey, Pulled Pork, Brisket and Pork Belly. Turkey was thick, tender and extremely juicy. Pulled Pork was a bit dry and over shredded, but still tasty. Brisket was a little tough and semi-dry. Pork belly was tender and flavorful but not overly-greasy. Sides: Baked Potato Salad was wonderful, a nice change up from regular potato salad. Chili screamed corn was surprisingly good. Mac and cheese was creamy and had just the right amount of crispy topping on it. Not a big place so during super busy time there would not be seating. Staff was very friendly and sweet. Overall very good place for a weekend lunch!!!

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4 years ago

Best bbq we have had in awhile! Will definitely be back! Food was amazing and staff was very friendly!

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