I've been hearing about Meyer's for many years now but haven't had the chance to go. Today was the day! Went to grab takeout with the family to eat at home nearby. I got the 2 meat combo plate with chicken and garlic pork sausage. I also got the creamed corn and potato salad on the side. Everything was good. The sausage and corn were great. In hindsight I wish I had ordered chicken breast - it's a just me thing, but brown chicken meat is tasting and smelling a lot like turkey to me lately which isn't great because of a bad turkey experience. (Again just me!!) I also would have ordered double creamed corn! It was delish! I also feel like I need raw onions and pickles forever with BBQ now. New obsession. All in all, great experience, and also - great price! read more

2 out of 5. Living in Austin, it's hard to get out of the city, but driving out to Elgin for a day for this place was not worth the drive, and the dry brisket was something I was hoping we wouldn't experience. ---- Pros: - Plenty of parking - Plenty of menu items that you need/want - Spacious inside - Standard pricing against competition Side Notes: - Open daily from 10 - 8 PM - No reservations; first-come/first-served - Take out/delivery What We Got: - Brisket - Pork garlic sausge - Smoked St. Louis Pork Ribs - Cream corn - Potato salad - Banana pudding ---- Design/Space: It's spacious, restrooms were a bit dirty (came on a Saturday, around 5 PM), and it wasn't busy at all. The way into the space wasn't confusing at all on how to order, so it's designed well, except the extra pickles and sauces are closer to the exit area, versus right after you pick up your food. A suggestion would be to move it closer to when you get your food, but it still works. Services/Staff: Could be better in terms of customer service. Felt like maybe they had a bad day, but weren't cheerful at all, and when I compare it to Terry Blacks or Franklin's BBQ in Austin, you can sense a love for what they do. Food/Drinks: The only thing that we thought was a 3 out of 5 was the banana pudding. Everything else (except sausage) was a 1 out of 5. Here's why: the brisket was extremely dry. It was hardly edible, even after drenching it in the sauce. The ribs were also dry and just felt like they were sitting out for a long time. The sausage was a 2 out of 5, as it was too greasy and lacked that fresh flavor. Potato salad was average, and nothing that made me fall in love with it. Cream corn tasted like the corn was not fresh. I read the previous reviews, but I wanted to go and find out how it was personally. It's disappointing because I love Meyer's sausage when I would buy it from HEB, cook it at home, and thought the experience would be the same or better at a full restaurant. The brisket is seriously disappointing; it was extremely dry. Opportunities to Improve: A couple of suggestions. One, ensure that the staff loves what they do. We just didn't feel the love, comparing it to others that we love going to. Secondly, focus on the quality of the food. The standards are something I've grown to love at Meyers, but it was disappointing. ---- Summary: I hope they can address the issues, and if I see reviews pick up, we will definitely stop by and give it a second chance. However, with choices as a consumer, we might not stop by until things improve. read more

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I was excited to try this place because their sausage is so good but was let down by the food quality. They were microwave heating up our meat but that may have been because we got there 30 minutes before closing time on a Sunday but it caused the meat to dry out. I'll stop at Southside or keep driving on if I need to eat again when going through Elgin. read more

Staff was friendly and attentive. My dining partner enjoyed the 3-meat plate and reported the pork ribs were the best of the 3 (brisket and sausage were good too, but the ribs were great). I don't eat meat, but the beans, cold slaw, potato salad, and Mac and cheese were good and filling. Order at the counter and food is brought to your table. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

The template for good bbq! Delicious moist brisket & not too spicy! Sometimes they don't give you the moist when you asked for it but they they're real good at switching it out when you pointed out to them. Drive-through is super convenient! read more

I moved to Texas two months ago and immediately wanted to find a great barbecue place. I think I tried all the usual suspects and hands-down Meyer's has been my favorite. The very first time I came in there was a lovely young lady that greeted me immediately at the counter. Her name tag said Eve and she was very professional, compassionate, kind, patient and very helpful with suggestions. She went all over the restaurant trying to find packs of mayonnaise for me because of my weird Colorado/ southern background at college needing mayonnaise for my turkey sandwiches. Most often it seems that Miss Eve is the one that takes care of me when I come in, which is embarrassingly frequent. I went in again today for a last and final visit before I move back away from Texas and I had the pleasure of being taken care of again by Miss Eve. She was her usual sweet kind self and she is a great benefit to the restaurant. I hope they take great care of her as she takes great care of their customers. I will miss Meyer's turkey but also, seeing Eve's smiling welcoming face thank you so much for your great business and take care of Eve. You're lucky to have her. Turkey sliced thin on bread, delicious! The "Mexican" cream corn which is available at zero other BBQ locations is perfect.i did figure out to do their 1 meat plate and have the corn and plain mashed potatoes for the two sides and if you combine the corn and the mashed potatoes (throw on some softened butter) like any good girl from the south would do it just makes it even better plus it feels like you get twice as much of the deliciousness. The restaurant is always clean, the self-serve area well stocked, plenty of all the condiments cups, etc., except for the very first time that I came in and all the mayo packets were gone, but darn if Eve, she flew all over that restaurant and found some , that you could possibly need. Yes, there's creamed corn at every other barbecue restaurant, but it's not the same as Myers Mexican cream corn. They were out of the turkey one late evening when I came in and I actually was encouraged to try the chicken on the bone which I wasn't a huge fan of, as I waiver between being a vegetarian until I just can't take it anymore and then have to tear through a good steak so I did try the chicken and it just wasn't for me and the next time I went in there I shared with a team member named Sylvia that I wasn't delighted the last time I came in and tried the chicken because the turkey was sold out and she immediately remade the entire meal with the turkey. No questions asked and apologized profusely that I didn't like the chicken even though I think it was on me that I didn't like the chicken there was nothing wrong with it. It just wasn't the turkey. Really appreciated Sylvia immediately taking care of my comment that I wasn't crazy about the chicken and going out of her way to remaking the plate with the turkey that I really wanted, so you're very very lucky to have such great dedicated employees that are doing their best to make your restaurant the stellar location that it is. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse BBQ opened in 1998, but the history of the Meyer family and meat processing in Elgin, TX goes back to the 1930's. My nephew and I had the chance to stop in soon after it opened at 10 am on a Friday. It has a very large dining area, fully air conditioned with different separate areas. There is a small counter selling Meyer's sausages and souvenirs. The main ordering area has the meats ready to carve once ordered. The friendly cashier told us a little about the choices, and we decided to sample. You pay upfront, and then wait a little bit while the meat is carved and sides are put into cups. We got the two meat plate for $15.75, up charging to the brisket for additional $2.50 (no choice in getting either moist or lean...they gave us lean), and having the beef garlic sausage as the other choice. Sides were mashed potatoes and pinto beans. It all came on a styrofoam plate pretty quick. There are self serve stations with huge amount of dill pickle spears, white onions, pickle slices, ketchup and cheddar cheese. Pickles and onions are a great addition to any rich and fatty meats, and these were cold and crispy. I thought the food was just OK, with my favorite being the sausage and the crisp pickles. The sausage was flavorful, coarsely ground the way I like it, and definitely have a nice snap when you break through the casing. The brisket was OK, definitely had the smoke ring and it looks beautiful as it was being carved, but pretty plain when eaten as part of the two meat plate, and a bit dry. Reminded me of what you can get at a chain like Dickey's (where the brisket is reused from previous day if necessary), but maybe a bit even lower...definitely not as good as what you can get at a chain like Rudy's. Perhaps it would be better in a sandwich, stacked a bit higher. The pinto beans was enjoyed and the mashed potatoes were very simple, just potato with no cream/milk or cheese mixed in. All in all, the prices are very reasonable. You self-bus, and we were in/out really quick, which we appreciated, giving us enough time to hit the next BBQ place. read more

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That by far was the worst BBQ I have ever had normal dont write anything. Don't waste your money. Everything I had did not taste good. The Brisket was like thin Jerky. It actually crunched when bit into it. And the sausage was just as drie. Will never go back. read more

There is no shortage for good barbecue in Elgin, Texas. Today I wandered into the Wonderland of smoke meat. The Cowabunga sandwich with brisket, beef sausage, and grilled onions was one of the best sandwiches I've ever tasted. Follow that with fresh tea and banana pudding and This Texas girls heart was singing. This family owned business has been smoking its meat for generations. They even have a butcher shop that you can take some of their wonderful meats home or indulge in another Texas tradition with bluebell ice cream. Family friendly staff and a wonderful open dining room with family and community pictures posted throughout Don't miss this next time you're near Elgin. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

Absolutely amazing sausage and ribs. Got brisket and sausage this time :) Excellent service and ambience. Will need to come back soon. I have been here a few times over the years and recently twice. Tasty tasty tasty. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Brisket and sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

Brisket, chicken, and ribs were all dry and tough. Worst that I have had in years! However, the potato salad and slaw were both excellent!

I've been going to Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse since I was a little girl, and it's always been a special spot for gathering, talking, and reminiscing. The food is absolutely delicious, and I love that you can choose how juicy you want your meat. Whether you're there for family, friends, or just great barbecue, this place never disappoints! read more

I live in Austin so to get out to Elgin is not typical. I've had Meyer's before and prefer them over Southside in Elgin. But this time? geeeeeez...... Brisket has gotten EXPENSIVE in the last few years for no apparent reason. Think about it...what do you pay for a 10oz filet mignon at a nice restaurant? yeah, that's how expensive brisket is now! So on a Sunday at 6pm I went thru the driveway, 2 cars in front of me. I take 5 minutes to make up my mind about what we want. Then I wait....and wait....and wait.... for the first car to leave.....and wait some more.... what is taking so long? I seriously waited 10-15 minutes just to GET to the window, and then at least another 5 minutes for them to gather my order. geez, are they short-staffed? I'm literally watching them (4 people) in the kitchen assemble the stuff. Finally, it's ready and we take it home. Ordered 2 Cowabunga sandwiches (brisket and sausage) and 3 pints - pinto beans, potato salad, mashed potatoes (apparently they were out of cole slaw) ......I can't remember the last time I had a more forgettable bbq meal. I mean, REALLY! I've been to Franklin's, Interstellar, Stiles Switch, Austin Iron Works, Po-ke-jo's, County Line, Rudy's, Smokey Mo's, Green Mesquite, Black's (greasy), and more. I've had better from Bill Miller's! bbq sauce: 2 little containers, good flavor but not enough for the sandwiches sandwiches: good buns (score 4/5), brisket (score 3/5), sausage (score 3/5) their sausage is not strongly flavored but I couldn't even taste the brisket. I don't like spicy sausage (ahem.... Southside) and Meyer's is mild. I also don't like gristle and they have a nice grind, but the mild flavor completely overpowered the flavorless brisket. potato salad: pretty much bland with a smooth mustard mix and potatoes. no celery, thyme, relish, or anything else added that I can tell. just..... nothing. (score 2/5) pinto beans: little spicy but not much meat/fat with good flavor. the high spot of the meal (score 4/5) mashed potatoes: (score 0/5) wtf is this? I've made better mashed potatoes out of a box! these were COMPLETELY flavorless. barely any skin in the mix, no salt, butter, or anything else added. I didn't even imagine you could have mashed potatoes this completely flavorless! This was just sad. It's like going thru the motions. Is the owner even working in the place anymore? If this was my restaurant I'd be embarrassed to admit it. You want me to come back and give you a second chance? Not on my dime! read more

I read through all the post Covid reviews before coming here. Many yelpers complained about the consistency of the barbecue. There's also that comparison to Southside bbq less than a mile away on the same side of the road. Ironically, as of this writing, both establishments share a cumulative 3 1/2 star rating. I also noticed most reviewers left no pictures, there's 10 from me. The two of us got here at the height of Friday lunch hour and there were very few patrons inside and no line. I got the three meat plate and my friend got the two meat. They do not serve baby back ribs here, St. Louis style only. The first thing I noticed about the brisket was a barely discernible smoke ring and the sausage was overly greasy and flavorless. The brisket was a little on the dry side as were the ribs. The meat did not fall off the rib bone, you actually had to chew it off. They do have three choices of barbecue sauce which are pretty decent and come in handy if your brisket is not moist like mine was. The three meat plate is $20 and they charge an additional $2.50 if you want brisket. I do have to admit the four sides we had were actually pretty good. The chicken was tender and good, but not very smoky as was the pulled pork. Some other mentionables about the place, they do have a good fixens bar, but no salad bar. They do have some commercial bottled beer in the cooler and they serve bluebell ice cream. You can also get prepacked sausages to go along with their signature barbecue sauces. At one end of the building is a private room for parties up to 79 people. When it's time to cash out with your card, that tip screen will be waiting starting at 5%. The barbecue here is good, but for the money I was kind of expecting more. I'll stick to Southside. ***1/2 overall. read more

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After careful consideration, I have decided that I will no longer stop here for BBQ. Each time throughout the past 30 years or so when I have eaten here (too many to count), I am disappointed with something or other after eating here. Don't get me wrong - the BBQ here is seldom terrible. It's just that it's never great, either. read more

Elgin sausage is famous, but I thought that I'd go out to Elgin for some. Meyer's situated right on 290 - blink, and you'll miss it, like I did (the Waze girl must've fallen asleep). I turned around and arrived just a couple minutes after opening, on a Sunday morning. The gal greeting me behind the counter seemed like she was happy to be there, which is always a good sign. I ordered two types of sausage with two sides (potato salad and cole slaw, of course). The sausage was so delicious that it tasted better without the excellent BBQ sauce. The sides were also really good - a large scoop of either, which was sufficient. The pickles tasted odd to me, but I am used to pickles being made differently, I suppose. Freshly-cut onions. The sausage was at center stage, though, and sold the show. Since I was the only dine-in customer (apart from a few takeout orders being picked up), almost to be expected on a Sunday morning, I can't attest to the ambiance except to say that the decor and furnishings were about what one could expect from a family-style Texas BBQ restaurant. They also sell meats that you can cook for yourself, and have to-go package specials, as well. The food and the establishment were just as I'd hoped. I look forward to going back and trying other items on the menu. read more

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First timer. Stopped in for some beef sausage which I generally buy from Southside Smokehouse which is just down the street. The sausage had a great flavor. Very comparable to Southside. The cashier was very friendly. The decor is very country which it should be !!!! read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Beef Sausage - Slap Yo Momma Good !!! - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

Not high end BBQ but doesn't seem to pretend to be.... good service, average ambiance for what it is. Slightly overpriced but not so much so that you'll be tempted to choose another place. Stick to the sandwiches if you want to get your money's worth. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - For 2 - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

They have really great smoked chicken. So tasty! Maybe the best anywhere. Their pork-n-garlic sausages are very nice. And we love all their side dishes and their cobbler. BBQ is subjective, and we already have our favorite places for brisket, beef sausage and bbq sauce. Myers won't change that for us. But it's a great bbq restaurant, with lots of room, nice decor, bottled beer, fair prices, friendly staff, and a room in the back for large parties. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Plenty to share! - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

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Hell no. Stay away from this messed up place, bad management (young guy with goofy mustache) --- Gregg (owner) needs to have a chat with this guy, who has a lack of experience with proper customer service. Had an issue with the hot sauce and dry meat, got another plate with reg sauce, but meat still real dry/over cooked. Ate half, asked for a partial refund, and manager scrunched his face up and said, you ate some, not getting any refund. This was after he said he would bring a dessert, nope, that didn't happen either. They must have several bad issues with this manager daily, as he didn't even think twice, instantly came out with the so sad - too bad response. I spent $24, but should have gone to a more accommodating restaurant. They must be a revenue losing location to be charging that much for a small BBQ plate. I could have gone to Bill Miller and spent $8 less and got 20% more food. read more

Everything here is absolutely delicious! Huge fan of the brisket and pork ribs, and of course, all the sausage! Definitely order some to take home: freezes well and just as yummy later! Reasonably priced and great service. read more

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We went on a Sunday at about 3pm. I ordered the pork ribs, sausage, and a 1/4 dark meat chicken. When my plate came out it had brisket and sausage only. I reminded them of what I had ordered and they took it back and produced a plate with chicken, sausage only, and brisket. Got it wrong twice when the place was almost empty. So service gets two stars. The food was absolutely delicious. I had a bite of brisket and it was the best I have eaten. Other meats were also fantastic. They have excellent dill spears and sweet onion. read more

This family business has been here in Elgin for forever!! If you like barbecue, it's the place to get it. They have all the sauce, pickles, onions, and peppers on a bar to load up yourself. You walk in and order from the counter. Your barbecue of choice arrives on a tray. This is, of course, a great family place. It's quiet and reserved. My favorite here is the chopped beef sandwich. You get a nice sized portion that won't rob you. Enjoy! read more

Stopped here on our way back home from Austin. I got two little sausage wraps about 4" long (very small), two loaded baked potatoes & a bowl & it was over $50. The sausage was okay. I've had worse, but I've definitely had way better. We get ready to eat our potatoes & they look like they're weeks old. Dark brown, burnt on the skins, dry & just way overcooked. So disgusting. I never have left a review on here before, but I decided to today because this is unacceptable. The food that people are okay with serving just down right blows my mind sometimes. This was in the early afternoon too, so it's not like I walked in five minutes to close. Save your money & go somewhere else. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

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I try and stop here on my way to Austin. Main reason is to pick up a few packs of their sausage. I've also had a turkey sandwich to go that was good. read more

Nice place, friendly staff but the food was very disappointing. We ended up throwing an entire plate away as it tasted like it had turned. The turkey was dry and the chopped beef had little to no flavor. read more

Went here with a few friends that had reccomended it. Got the brisket, ribs, mac and cheese and banana pudding. Brisket was nice and spicy but pretty rough on the outside. Ribs were good but didn't have a lot of meat on them. Mac and cheese could've had more flavor but it was okay. Would not reccomend the banana pudding. The cashier was really nice but because we went really close to closing so it was pretty empty. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

See the earlier reviews for the larger picture. The larger picture is pretty damm good. However, just for the record ... Just to make things completely clear and explicit for Yelp ... On Tuesdays, Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse serves pit smoked meatloaf. If you have never had pit smoked meatloaf, you are absolutely positively in for a treat. Is it worth flying in from North Carolina or California to Elgin, Texas just for pit smoked meatloaf? Depends on if you can get a bargain on the airfare. But I would think about it seriously. read more

Went to try this place as I just started working in Elgin and I drive by every day. Literally everything was the definition of ok. I would give a half star more if I could for the potato salad that was the best part. Everything lacked flavor but was just alright. The bbq sauce was mid. Overall I'd just come back for a big bowl of potato salad lolz read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - 2 Meat Plate Smoked Beef Brisket and Pork Garlic Sausage Pinto beans Potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

Good BBQ. Have a drive through which makes it convenient during COVID to get your fill of BBQ. The Beef sausage is where it is at. Probably not my all-time favorite sausage at BBQ place but still pretty solid sausage. Not to fatty but still a lot of flavor. A must get if you visit Myers BBQ. On the other hand, the brisket was pretty average. Had a smoke ring but not the rich flavor that I enjoy at other joints that make me crave it non-stop. In summary, worth the visit just for the beef sausage. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Beef Sausage Smoked Beef Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

Excellent BBQ chicken (dark meat) and very good fountain drink (Diet Pepsi). Everything else was below par. Fatty brisket dry and burnt, sausage is dry, ribs are average, pinto beans tender but not seasoned and needed salt, green beans straight from a can of unsalted green beans, potato salad average, original sauce WAY too sweet. How about some pickled onions? Nice sturdy plastic cups and the place is very clean. Also the service was good. But I go to a BBQ place to get great BBQ even if it's a hole in the wall and that didn't happen here. read more

I don't know what they do to their sausages, but they literally melt in your mouth! No tough casing that you have to chew for 20 mins and then discreetly spit into your napkin. My husband and I always get the Cowabunga sandwich. Heaven!- I happen to make THE best German Chocolate cake...but theirs comes in a very close 2nd. Meyers is definitely top 1st class Texas BBQ! read more

The staff was very friendly. Unfortunately their BBQ sauce was the worst I've ever had... tasted like a can of tomato sauce - it made the whole experience very difficult to enjoy. The brisket was meh, the chicken was ok - just needed more salt... the sausage was delicious (especially with the golden bbq sauce option that tastes like honey mustard)...and the beans/coleslaw/potato salad were good as well. I loved all of the historical photos posted up around the building... and their restrooms were very clean. I'd come here again but bring a bottle of my own bbq sauce! read more

I won't take away any stars for that bland ass macaroni and cheese or potato salad lol I should've known better The service was excellent and so was the BBQ! I requested the fatty part of the brisket because I'm a fatty, and that's exactly what I got the turkey was delicious with their sauce (I usually don't like sauce on my BBQ) this was also the best sausage in the world! I tried a piece while driving and had to pull over and thank the lordT for that deliciousness yes, I'm extra lol I didn't pull over; but I thought about it lol I would definitely recommend and return...give the other sides By suggestion; I decided to give the corn a try...it was iiiight, but not at all spicy. Came back for lunch today and wanted to give that pepper lime chicken a try it had a "we didn't sell it all, so let's reheat it for tomorrow" taste brisket still on point. The beans were cool, the rice was wet and flavorless. I'll stick with the red meats and make my own sides lol read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - 3 meat plate (turkey, sausage, brisket/I requested the fatty part lol) mac&cheese, and potato salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

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Worst bbq ever. Even the potato salad was gross. How do you mess up potato salad? Brisket way over priced for the dry shoe leather they give you. read more

Finally got a chance to give this place a try today 8/20/20 for lunch. The place was Covid 19 ready and because I was there before noon really did not have any lines or crowds. Staff was super friendly. I ordered the Senior Special because I am one. Great deal since I am really not a big eater. I had Brisket with potato salad. Everything tasted very good. I had to add some seasoning to my salad but you could tell everything was freshly prepared. Very nice lunch. read more

Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse - Senior lunch special - Barbeque Near Me - Elgin, Texas

I've never left a review before but felt the need for this place. I came here for lunch on Wednesday 8/28. Service was terrible. Lady behind the counter was rude and zero help for my first time here. Over priced bbq bowl with no flavor whatsoever. Very small serving of meat with way too much macaroni. Sanitizer dispensers were both empty which capped off the experience on the way out. Don't go here! read more

The chicken and bbq was excellent. I must honestly say the sides weren't their best feature. But that's okay. We focused on the carnivore's delight. read more

Service is good. BBQ was OK. Jalapeño and cheese sausage (IMO) didn't have much flavor or spice. Brisket was good. Pork Ribs were OK. I like BBQ with seasonings and spice. read more

I stopped at Myers barbecue on the way home this afternoon and bought a baked potato and am so very very disappointed. The potato is either a day old or just plain overcooked and it smelled like it too. I just had to throw it out.I stopped at Myers barbecue on the way home this afternoon and bought a baked potato and am so very very disappointed. The potato is either a day old or just plain overcooked and it smelled like it too. I just had to throw it out. I truly like the barbecue brisket and the sausage and give them two thumbs up but never again will I get a potato. read more