If you're looking for authentic Texas BBQ in Plano, look no further than Lockhart Smokehouse. The food is absolutely incredible -- perfectly smoked meat with that deep, rich flavor that only comes from doing it right. This place has serious BBQ credibility and it shows in every bite. But what really put this visit over the top was the service. We arrived close to closing time (our bad!), and not a single person made us feel rushed or unwelcome. The staff was warm, gracious, and genuinely happy to help us while they were cleaning up and winding down for the night. That kind of hospitality is rare and it says everything about the culture of this place. The smokehouse vibe is exactly what you'd hope for -- cool, rustic, and full of character. It just feels like a BBQ joint should feel. Five stars without hesitation. We'll absolutely be back -- and next time we'll make sure to show up a little earlier! read more

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Really good brisket! Mac & cheese was also good. Their tea maybe could have been a little better but overall fantastic! read more

This is my second time here but the first time was several years ago. They have such a great reputation and we stopped for an early lunch around 1130 on a Friday. The decor is great and you smell the bbq that's imbedded in the walls when you walk in. A little surprised that it wasn't that busy but more table choices for us. I have to add its own of the more expensive bbq places. What I got here was $45 and no soda or dessert either. Honestly evaluation, I was less impressed than I was expecting. The brisket was slightly dry but did taste good. I also had the jalapeño sausage and it was just warm (not hot) and seemed to lack taste of good seasoning inside it. The beans were good but didn't blow me away. Quite an expensive lunch, to not be blown away. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

I had just finished a book event in historic Downtown Plano, when a group of us decided to get a late lunch, and Lockhart Smokehouse was right next to the bookstore I was at. The decor of this place is fun, with all the old signs. The tables are real wood (some very heavy - I know because I pulled a couple of them together to make room for 10 of us to eat. And the fun part of tearing your napkins off the paper roll makes it feel like you're part of the event. The staff was more than nice to us. My husband and I had not been to this place before, and buying meats from the pound to feed a group took us a few minutes to figure out. Oh yes, we bought multiple pounds - all rolled into one bag, and then everyone gets however much meat they want. It's like having a picnic in a restaurant. And the staff walked us through the process, staying patient and kind while we ordered, and when we were finished they picked up after us as we sat there. Excellent service! And the Bar BQ - wow!!! The best I have eaten! Seriously, I am not over inflating this complement. I have several places I love to eat at - but this was truly the meats I have eaten!!! read more

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Spectacular barbecue. The smoky jalapeño sausage, creamy blue cheese slaw, crunchy pecan pie, and amazing brisket deviled eggs. The baked beans were also delightful. Great service, great food and a wonderfully unique atmosphere. read more

First time at a Lockhart Smokehouse and I am a fan! Walking in the first thing no noticed was the ambiance. They have done a great job capturing a smokehouse feel when you walk in. From the wood floors to the neon beer signs, they got it down! The service was friendly and nice. These are down-home folks serving up food they are proud to stand behind and it beams through their personalities. The food was great. For the table we ordered brisket, turkey, and ribs. Everything was delicious. I look forward to coming back! read more

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I do not always eat brisket in Texas, but when I do it's at Lockhart. 12 stars, maybe 45... Been coming here since 2014 and they give me no reason to ever go any other place. I mean I know there's many amazing world class barbecue joints in the Dallas area but why travel further than when you have to when Lockhart does everything to the infinite level of quality. You cannot find a better smoked brisket. They're housemates sausages are absolutely amazing. Exceptional taste and ridonculous crunch on the casing. Their sides are to die for. Unfortunately this time they didn't have their ghost pepper mac and cheese but I did get their brisket jalapeno smoked baked beans. I mean that's like one of the greatest sonnets ever spoken. Their pork ribs are absolutely on point they're smoked turkey breast is the most moist flavorful turkey breast you've ever had in your life and if you're lucky enough to get here early enough to get a dinosaur bone or beef rib is the locals would call it then you would count yourself in the elite echelon of people who have tasted things that only kings and queens have tasted. I love this place not only because they're smoked meats are off the chain but if you come here on a weeknight you have absolutely no problem getting in and out and you can go to some of the other well-known places and stand in line for an hour and spend twice as much. Do yourself a favor if you're ever in the North Dallas or Richardson area take a short trip over to Plano and have some of the best food or probably the best food you've ever had in your life. Don't tell your cardiologist about it he can just wonder why your cholesterol went up about 3000%, but I can promise you that any damage you do to your arteries is well worth the flavor that your mouth will taste. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

Went and brought our visiting nephew and wife for lunch here. We ordered 2 lbs of brisket and beef rib. We shared it and also ordered sides, potato salad and Mac n cheese. The meats are outstanding. The potato salad is bland and didn't taste good. Friendly butchers/cashiers. Nice, well lighted and decorated bbq joint in downtown Plano. read more

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This is really really really good barbecue. Is there better barbecue you can get? Yes. You have to wait long to get it here? No. My pro tip is to pick up the day before Thanksgiving and load it up on delicious smoked protein that goes oh so well with Thanksgiving sides and then you don't need to cook a main! I always enjoy Lockhart and I think you will too read more

Cute place with a lot of country vibe. VERY expensive - self service - no plates - eat on paper - For three people we spent $90 (no alcohol just food) - They were out of most things - brisket and ribs were about all they had. The brisket stuffed jalapeno bacon wrapped was very good and reasonable at $5 - everything else was greasy and just handed to you wrapped in paper for you to deal with. They took rustic to a new level. Ribs were OK - not the best I've had - Brisket was so greasy my wife had indigestion for 2 days. Pretty good sauce - more thick/tomatoey than typical. Nice selection of sides - a couple different slaws, deviled eggs, mac and cheese etc but all pre-packaged in a fridge - no telling how fresh it all was. Essentially I felt like I got really expensive food out of a fridge or slopped in paper wraps that was not the best BBQ around to justify the lack of "service". For the price, will not be going back read more

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This place is amazing for its simplicity and flavorful food. The other day, on a Friday afternoon, my family and I just arrived to Plano and we were starving and ready for some food. We talked so much on the road about BBQ in the car, I thought let's search for any local BBQ restaurants. I found this restaurant on Yelp! and I'm so glad I did. 15 minutes from our hotel, but so delicious I would drive a little longer for this place. When we arrived, I noticed many locals seated and eating. Food looked and smelled phenomenal. We were immediately acknowledged and seated by our server/bartender and she explained how their menu works- all meat (brisket, chicken, etc.) are sold by the pound, except for their sausage (they have original and Jalapeño) which are sold individually at a set price. My party of 7 ordered a little taste of everything and we tasted off one another's plates. Our conclusion...no wonder they were voted Plano's Best! Some food that really stood out, in my opinion were the ribs (caramelized glaze and smokey flavor), their deviled eggs (had brisket mixed in the stuffing!) and their baked beans (had onion and smoked meat in the beans). We left satisfied and told anyone that would listen about this place lol. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're ever in the Plano/Richardson, TX area. Check them out read more

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Awesome service but the brisket was dry! That's all. If you enjoy dry brisket this is the place to go. Mac and cheese was average. Honestly very disappointed. Was today just an off day? I don't know, but I won't be back. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

Very nice aroma as entering the establishment. The Brisket and Pork Ribs, were excellent! Great service, sitting at the bar was a nice experience. Overall very nice experience- a little Pricey $$$ read more

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Pork belly burnt ends were good and tasty, but the pork ribs were a little dry and not as flavorful. The brisket wasn't that great either I thought. Sweet tea was too watered down. Overall an okay place, not the worse but not the best. Service is very friendly though. Inside of the place is nice and clean. read more

Was recommended to come here for some Texas barbecue. The menu is actually pretty limited, but everything I tried was excellent. I had the brisket, which was a little fatty for my liking, but once I cut off the fat I didn't want, the crust was awesome and the sauce provided was so tasty. I also got the deviled eggs (not my fave) and the spicy mac & cheese (so good, and definitely southern spicy!). Also, lucky for me, Big Red is in the fountain machine here as well. If you're looking for some no frills BBQ, this is the place for you! read more

Was expecting more as this was a drive for us. The brisket was really fatty and greasy but I got lucky and got an ends piece and that was delicious. The Lockhart popper was the star and that was okay. Mac and cheese was good and banana pudding as well. The beans were a disappointment as they were just bland. Would give them only two stars but they brought my wife some Mac and cheese after they said they ran out. The service is good over all and friendly. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Brisket, Smoked Baked Beans, Jalapeño popper and banana pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

Predatory pricing! I ordered 1 beef rib, 1/2 lb brisket and a side of beans and slaw. $101.76 Over $100 for lunch?? What??!! read more

I recently visited Lockhart Smokehouse in Plano while in town for a training event, and I have to say, it was a 5-star experience all around! Make sure you're hungry! The ambiance is perfect for a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere. The food was absolutely outstanding - the smoked meats were tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. I especially loved the brisket and sausage - they were melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The staff was friendly and attentive, making sure our group had everything we needed. If you're in town and craving some top-notch BBQLockhart Smokehouse is a must-visit if. There's plenty of street parking and a parking structure nearby. And plenty of shops are around so that you can walk off your food coma. Can't wait to go back! read more

Good old fashioned bbq spot. All the meats are served in butcher paper. The beans were amazing, the mac n cheese was cheeeeesy. The jalapeño sausage was a little dry. The people are great. Very helpful. The brisket was very tender. Good lunch spot while you're shopping the local boutique stores. read more

One of the more under appreciated Texas BBQ joints in the area. Highest quality smoked meats with deep smoked bbq flavor, juicy and unctuous. Ribs have firm meat, but barely on the bone. Brisket is moist and enjoyably fatty if you like it that way. Beef clod isn't always available, but when it is, you owe it yourself to try it! It's so good. And if you like deviled eggs, you'll love theirs, laced with brisket! No frills, old school Texas bbq in downtown Plano. Sliced and assembled exactly how you want it, delivered in red butcher paper. read more

We came to Plano to pick up our new truck. Stopped here for early dinner since we had not eaten all day. The brisket was delicious and the beef rib was great too. Service was fast since we were the only here lol. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Brisket and beef rib - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

This is a must go if you're in the area and I can't emphasize enough how good this BBQ is. This is my 3rd time here and from now on anytime I'm visiting my friends we will be coming here...everything is delicious and the help is professional and the decor typical of a roadside restaurant simply fantastic. read more

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Grey brisket is never good. Absolutely flavorless. Sausage okay. Beans were delicious. Beer was tasty. The bartender was awesome and noticed the brisket was over cooked. I really appreciate her going out of her way. Definitely a bar vibe. Be prepared for smoke. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Brisket and Sausage. Beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

Best BBQ you can find anywhere. Easy to get to from the DART Rail (Red Line). Didn't need to rent a car for this visit from Houston to Dallas. Coming from Houston, I know BBQ, and Lockhart Smokehouse is one of the best. Go here. Eat. A lot. I recommend the brisket. You won't be disappointed. read more

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The downtown Plano location is a great area to visit with different shops and restaurants so we were looking forward to trying Lockhart's. You come in and order your food at the counter about mid way in the restaurant. The vibe of the place is neat with the old building details peppered with lots of whimsical signs about Texas and BBQ (and don't let me forget the full bar along the west side). The staff was really friendly and helpful as we figured out all the items we wanted to try. Many of their sides are already served in plastic containers in a refrigerator for easy grab and go. We started with the brisket deviled eggs. They had great flavor and ended up being my favorite item of the meal. As for the meats, we went with the Whiskey Butter Turkey, Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork and a Jalapeño sausage. The turkey was really moist with great flavor that wasn't overwhelming on the whiskey. My husband favored the sausage for the flavor that had a good kick. One thing struck us as a bit odd as the pulled pork's flavor tasted like liquid smoke. They offer one BBQ sauce option at the table to use as your heart desires. We found the sauce to be decent and we didn't use a ton of it as we were enjoying the flavor of the meats. One thing is for sure, you won't leave here hungry! read more

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If you're looking for truly delicious BBQ, you've got to check out Lockhart! The flavor, tenderness, and smoky perfection are unmatched and is easily the best in town. Every visit is consistently amazing; they never disappoint. Whether you're craving brisket, ribs, or classic sides, Lockhart nails it every time! read more

Texas BBQ at its finest !! I had to try a little bit of everything, I had the beef ribs, the Whiskey cooked Turkey, and the amazing brisket ! All these were amazing but My favorite was the Turkey because it's not any other Turkey I had at other spots. I tried some of their sides Mac n cheese, Banana Pudding, and their potato salad ! My favorite was the banana pudding! Wow I wish I ordered more of it ! They also had an open bar with tons of options on draft. Other than the food the cashier was helpful and restaurant was clean and tons of places to sit! Follow @cerogrubs on tiktok , Instagram, YouTube for the most delicious eats ! read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

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Came here Saturday afternoon as a party of 3. Person 1: can I have a bbq sandwich? "We don't serve sandwiches, but give uou bread". Ok, we can make that work. Person 2: I'd like the BBQ Chicken. "Let me go get some" then comes back holding one piece of BBQ Chicken in his bare hand (after handling money from person in front of us). Person 3: ordered street corn - tasted horrible! They're not setup to do business very efficiently, food is ok, bbq is good (not great). Felt like I was ordering bbq in the back of a convenience store (not a good convenience store). With Hutchins BBQ in the area, no resin to ever return to this place. read more

came for a late lunch. the 2 meat platter might seem small at first for two people, but it's super filling. can't recommend the pork rib tips enough! the jalapeño sausage could have had a little bit more of spice and a snap, just kind of had a mushy feel to it. but a great little stop for barbecue! we felt so welcomed by the staff even though it was our first time and it feels nice and cool inside. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Brisket, Mac n' Cheese, Jalapeño sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

Have been a fan of Lockhart for years. I have always been pleased with the meats and sides. Service is always fast, friendly and accommodating. Went in a Sunday afternoon with a group of eight. We had a bit of everything, and shared family style. Brisket was tender and smoky with nice bark. Sausages were as usual very good. Ribs are outstanding. Tender, smoky, big flavor. Best 'pigsicle' ever. Really want to know how they do it. read more

Visiting from California and took the grandkids bowling and to see a movie in Plano today. Found a BBQ place that had good reviews. As we walked in the lady knew we had never been there before. She was very nice and explained everything. So you order by the pound and order what sides you want. You eat in paper no plates. They have an upstairs and downstairs. Really cute little place with a family vibe. We had brisket and ribs. The sides were beans, potato salad, and Mac n cheese. Everything was so good. read more

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First time trying bbq LOVED IT ! The staff was super friendly. The guy at the bar was friendly making sure we loved it. Best bbq I've tried. Would definitely come again! read more

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I'd definitely come again! Parking is a but tricky but doable. Food is epic. No sauce is needed, but if u want it anyway- they have delicious bbq sauce... & spicy slaw, spicy taters... a place for a spice fest indeed! Seating options varied, bathroom in back. Acccessible, but u may try to hit a less busy time as the seating is scattered all over so I could see it being a bit tricky during a busy time if u r in a wheelchair/have mobility needs. I had their "normal" spicy Bloody Mary... apparently they have an epic one that's not for lightweights like me... sounds like something to try if u aren't driving. Full bar w/drink menu is available, in addition to their really varied meat options. Enjoy! read more

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Absolutely gets no better! Lockhart's never fails to amaze with wood smoked charm on pork, beef or chicken. Fully stocked bar with really good micro brews. The bartenders greet with a smile and pour great drinks. Check out the sides bar with pickled onions, peppers and etc. Can't miss out on Lockhart's. read more

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Amazing Customer Service, as well as the food being very delectable. Would definitely recommend, but go early... It fills up quick!

Brought my bosses that were in town for a site visit and they LOVED it here! Thank you, Lockhart for helping me impress. The brisket was amazing. The Mac and cheese was so cheesy! We left very very full. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

10/10 when I come back smelling like the smoke house I know I stayed long to enjoy the meal. Would go again and again! read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Brisket, Creamy Mac n' Cheese, Pork Spare Ribs, white bread - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

Food is excellent the brisket was the best I have ever had. The service from the female bartender that's sleeved up and tight curly hair was a compleat hot mess. She seemed pissed at me because I was disappointed that they were out of Lockhearts beer. Not my fault you don't keep up your supply. Did I say the brisket was the best I have ever had? Brisket Good! Bartender... not so much read more

Visiting a friend in Plano from out of town we wanted to try Texas Bbq. Using Yelp we decided to try Lockhart for lunch. We were not disappointed. We had the Thursday special of Rib Ends, and also tried the Jalapeño sausage and brisket. The burnt rib ends were slightly sweet and oh so good. We also tried the packed with flavor baked beans. The interior was rustic and we ate family style. read more

Lockhart Smokehouse - Burned rib ends, sausage, brisket and beans - Barbeque Near Me - Plano, Texas

so we came to town and go check out this place looks a little barbecue, so I'm all in for it. We ordered the brisket, the turkey, the burn ends, the ribs, and the links. The brisket was cut up different instead of sliced and good smoke flavor, but it was just OK, the turkey had great flavor. It was tender, very good, the ribs were tender, smoky and great flavor, the links were just okay, and the best part of it with a burnt ends, which were really good. They did a great job. The mac & cheese and the beans were just OK. The service is really good and the place inside was plenty of seating. read more

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