Our first visit on our weekend stay in Belton was for breakfast, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Even the cappuccinos were better than some coffee shops. So, we went back for supper and enjoyed that. We had bacon and egg tacos, brisket, sausage, green beans and chili. All very good! Next visit to Belton, I'm going to try the cinnamon rolls. The staff was welcoming. The service was top notch. The tables were clean. We can't wait to visit again. read more

It's Labor Day. I'm driving back from Granbury to Hutto, and I think about my Texas Monthly passport. I'm addicted to stamps. I'm addicted to putting points on the board. What BBQ place on the list happens to be open on a Monday (and quite frankly, seven days a week)? Miller's Smokehouse in Belton. Miller's Smokehouse has one of the longest tenures on the Texas Monthly Top 50, making the list four times in a row (the third-highest behind Louie Mueller and Snow's). They've got their business down. As I arrived, I parked in a free parking lot just across the street and got into the line around 12:30. The line moves pretty efficiently, and you order separately from the barbecue line. I think this immediately felt disheartening as a barbecue fan. You kinda expect to get your food while in line and watch the assembly of workers put it together, instead of them being in a separate location in the back giving you order numbers. It doesn't feel like a true Texas barbecue experience and more like a Dickey's Barbecue Pit. Instead of going for a tray, I opted for one of their specialty sandwiches, the El Gallo Picante. It has their spicy hot link sausage and their smoked chicken topped with coleslaw, onions, jalapeños, pickles, and barbecue sauce. I also got a side of their broccoli salad out of curiosity and a roll of their homemade cornbread. I got my drink and sat down with my roll of cornbread. It wasn't long until my tray came to me. The sandwich stood on its own as a behemoth. So much chicken and sausage fell out of the bun. The sandwich was less concerned about being a sandwich and more focused on creating a space to try and contain a mixture of ingredients. It wasn't bad, but it was hard to say anything other than that I felt uninspired by the entire thing. The sausage was fine, the chicken was kinda dry, but everything together with all the separate ingredients masked the meats' faults. The broccoli salad was a unique side that I had never seen before at a barbecue joint, so I wanted to try it. It was cool, but not something I'd get again. As for the cornbread, it was quality, but if that's the most impressive part of the meal, then I'm questioning the establishment's ability to create a good barbecue experience. I think it's so cool to have so many special barbecue places near me and the ability to try so many, but I'm starting to wonder if the places that stay on the list for four editions start to lose their oomph. Do they become complacent knowing they already have their business and are established? Is there any need to try and push the envelope when you're just a recurring guest on top barbecue lists? Is it a me issue? Is it my fault I went to Burnt Bean a week prior and now I'm trying a place that sells all-day barbecue? With your big brick-and-mortar and your TV screen menus, you're not as hungry as you used to be. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - El Gallo Picante - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

I really like this place. Second time visiting, and they hit the mark for me again. I had the pulled pork sandwich with a side of coleslaw. My family tried the ribs and enjoyed them as well. The restaurant has a cool vibe, and downtown is super cute. The service was friendly and didn't take long to get our food. Highly recommend! read more

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Compliment on shirt brought out whole staff just to see it wonderful experience food was good and all

HOLY MACARONI INDEED! I've tried A LOT of not only BBQ places Mac&cheese but anywhere that has it and this is hands down the best creamy cheese all around DELISH! Oh yeah and their BBQ meats are the best around town as well! Super quick wait times for carry out from your car! Can't wait for the Phoenix to rise from the ashes so we can eat here again sooner rather than later! And don't even get me started on their pickles.... read more

People already know Miller's is good, but I'll leave my review anyway. On top of their amazing BBQ, I feel it should be known their coffee bar and breakfast tacos are worth a try as well. I pass up Starbucks and other coffee shops in the area to come here sometimes. I even had an iced latte with my brisket sandwich last time! read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Brisket and sausage sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

Outstanding Bar-B-Que in the Temple/Killeen area. Belton is a very cute town, and Miller's is right in the heart of it (and a fantastic place to stop). The staff are super friendly. You order at the counter and they serve you at your assigned table. We more or less tried all of the meats and they are excellent. Standouts were of course the brisket, and the ribs. The turkey is also delicious. The potato salad is good too. Apparently the desserts are amazing but we were too full! read more

Sort of my go to place in Belton. Always good, with a good selection of meat and sides. Separate lines for eat in and to go, and quick service. They also have a coffee bar for those early mornings. Great place to stop in, eat, then walk it off in Belton's downtown or riverwalk. read more

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I don't know what happened when I got takeout last time at Miller's and left a mediocre review. I went again, and it was sooooooo good this time. I had a pulled pork sandwich with a side of mac n' cheese. The pork was very juicy, and the mac n' cheese was interesting. It wasn't really the classic kind I expected, but it was good. The service was excellent. There was about a 20-minute wait on a Friday at 1:30pm. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Pulled pork sandwich and mac n' cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

Thursday at 11 week before christmas and there's a line out the door. Line moved fast though! Tried the turkey and brisket for meats, then green beans and mac and cheese for sides. The brisket was solid, turkey was alright too... turkey is usually not my favorite but this is not dry at all. The mac and cheese was delectable but the green beans so SOOOO mf salty. Difficult to eat because of the salt. It's a green no need to cover in salt. Front service guy and the people working the food are super nice. Girl who brought our food was a little lackluster (no eye contact no response just threw food down and left). I ended up buying a sopapilla cheesecake afterwards and that was the best decision EVER. Best 10/10 I would come back here just to buy a whole cheesecake cake because it's just that good. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - brisket and turkey - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

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Very accommodating! We got there first and a lady was helpful in regards to us needing seating for a large group. She even changed our table number with the kitchen so the food would be delivered to the right place. Back room is better for large groups. The food is phenomenal! Everything is, and tastes, homemade! Good portions, crispy bacon, cinnamon rolls to die for! 100% recommended for breakfast and lunch (their BBQ is top-notch!) read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Bacon breakfast sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

Amazing. I eat ALOT of turkey/chicken and this is the best turkey I've ever tried. Super flavorful, juicy and great texture. We also tried the brisket, sausage, mac and cheese, potato salad, cole slaw and beans and loved all of them! Staff was friendly and accommodating, with a very clean establishment. Would definitely be back here! read more

Miller's Smokehouse is where Texas road trips turn into Texas triumphs. TL;DR: Pulled over in Belton, scored brisket, sausage, and a key lime pie that made the angels sing. Added stamp #11 to the BBQ passport of destiny. Cruising north from Austin with the sun setting behind me and the promise of dinner ahead, I made a calculated, high-stakes maneuver. I took the Belton exit for Miller's Smokehouse, a decision guided by instinct, hunger, and my undying loyalty to smoked meat. Rolled up at 5, crowd humming inside, only one person in line. The employees were serving deliciousness that would make your grandmother jealous. I ordered brisket and sausage, pure and simple, no distractions. But then it happened. My eyes locked on a key lime pie sitting in the dessert case, glowing like a beacon of citrus hope. That pie wasn't a dessert, it was destiny. It rode shotgun all the way home. Back at the house, my wife, the Side Dish Queen herself, joined me for the feast. That homemade sausage snapped like a Texas flag in a summer breeze and delivered a smoky, juicy bite that reminded me why I chase these stamps like a man on a mission. The brisket was tender, rich, and packed with flavor that could only come from serious pit dedication. We crowned the meal with that pie, and let me tell you, the sweet-tart perfection made the world a better place for a few glorious minutes. Miller's Smokehouse delivers exactly what a Texan road trip demands: elite meat, no nonsense, and pie that can win over the toughest critic. Stamp #11 secured, and the journey continues. Unfortunately, I was so ready to dive into the brisket and sausage, I didn't think of taking a pic till it was gone! read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Key lime pie! - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

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This place gets packed quickly after 5 p.m. Breakfast is served until 10:55 a.m. The staff was friendly and attentive, the place had ample seating, and the bathrooms were clean. Pay attention because the stalls are for both men and women. The food is pretty good, but the portions are small. At the counter, I ordered a brisket wrap, and when the young lady delivered it to me, she called it a taco because that is how small the wrap was. The young man at the counter stated that the wings were spicy hot, but they were more like extra mild. read more

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Glad I stopped by for lunch on a road trip. You're greeted by friendly and helpful staff. Food comes out fast. I had the brisket sandwich and it was up to par at the very least for what central Texas bbq is known for. Potato salad was excellent. Also enjoyed the vinegar /mustard based sauce. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Sliced brisket sandwich & potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

Was downtown Belton and the aroma of this place was as amazing. Don't let the long line deceive you it goes pretty fast. The inside of the establishment is rustic and has a great vibe. I have visited this place on two occasions and the staff and friendly and professional. I usually get brisket and sausage but the helpings were massive. So I ordered the brisket sandwich and it had plenty of meat. The brisket was tender and savory and the bark was out of this world! I will definitely eat here again this place is as amazing! Stay hungry my friends! read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Brisket sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

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Tried this BBQ smokehouse. I had the brisket, potato salad, and pinto beans. The brisket was good, with a nice smoke ring, but the rub was a little too heavy in black pepper. The pinto beans were cooked al dente, but again the flavor was heavy in black pepper. The mayo skin-on potato salad was excellent! Overall, I would go back. But I would try the ribs or pulled pork next time. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Always seems to be busy! - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

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What a great find on the way home from meetings in San Antonio! I drove til I got hungry then searched up local places on Yelp. It was after the lunch rush so they weren't very busy. I got brisket and sausage, and the food came out pretty quickly. Great flavor, very tender and not as expensive as some of the places I've been. Fantastic service, cool vibe and delicious food - will definitely return here someday. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

Always a satisfying visit to this spot. Love me some BBQ and this one does the trick every time. Lot of employees walking around in case you need anything and view next to window is always nice. I recommend the brisket and chicken. The chicken was sold out when we came, so gotta get here early for that. We chose a few different sides since it was a tough choice. Thanks for the great lunch! read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Moist brisket Cheese and poblano sausage Mac n cheese Green beans Potato's Potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

We came for dinner on a Saturday night. It was packed and took a bit to order, but it was well worth the wait. The brisket was amazing. Well seasoned and moist. The sausages was spicey and juicy. The drinks were okay. It had a classic bbq feel that was clean and spacious. The highlight was the key lime pie! It was the perfect end to a great dinner. read more

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IMO, these are the ratings Food: 4.9/5 Service: 4.7/5 Ambiance: 4.8/5 Total: 4.8/5 Probably one of the best bbq spots I've tried! read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

My dear friend, Beth, reached out to make plans to meet. We made it happen by finding a midpoint for both of us. Belton, TX was halfway and I saw great reviews for @millerssmokehouse so we decided to try for dinner. Both hubbies had the Yuengling beer, and Beth and I both had the Watermelon Cider. We all shared the 1/2 lb moist brisket, 1/2 rack of St. Louis Style Pork Ribs, House Cheeseburger Basket, a pint of Coleslaw, a pint of Potato Salad, Banana Pudding, Key Lime Pie, and Sopapilla Cheesecake. Plenty of good food and good company! Great Texas BBQ that's worth the drive! read more

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Texas BBQ! Everything we tried was good and everything is made in house...the buns, the sauce, the corn bread, the sides...sooo good. My favorite side was the broccoli salad! A brew iced coffee after the meal was to top it off. I can't wait for the next visit! read more

Waited outside for about 15 minutes. Ordered and sat down. Food was delicious. You order beer at a different counter. They bring it to you. Nice lady brought beers twice. Told her we already got the beers and she gave them to us comp. Wow. That's customer service. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Line moves quickly. - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

Best turkey sandwich I've had in years! Moist, tender and delicious. Coleslaw was good, not too heavy. Key lime pie was very good and the latte topped it off. Good fine in a charming town. Loved the vibe and the employees were very friendly! read more

Good brisket !!! Melt in your mouth . Potato salad was A+ as well! Took my mom here for some pulled pork and local bbq. I had me a tasty juice ipa from Dallas . Service is quick ! Friendly ! Decent beer selection !! I believe I read someone else mention skip the sweet red bbq and just do the spicy vinegar ! I agree ! Nothing wrong with the red but that orange sauce had that zing to it ! It gets busy here so you may have to wait in line , but look. It's the middle of November and beautiful outside !! And the smell of the place is ! read more

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Traveling up 35 and found this nice place in the quaint little town of Belton. We tried the turkey and brisket, which were super tender & tasty, and the hot links, which were too spicy for me, but my husband gave them a thumbs up. The broccoli salad was the hit for me; broccoli, almond slivers, raisins and some other good stuff in a creamy dressing. Yum! The potato salad was also very delish. The line can be very long, but I recommend this place. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

Came in at lunch and they were a little busy right before the holidays. Racks of pies being prepared made a delicious backdrop. Counter service was quick and convenient. Don't forget the honey butter for the cornbread. Lots of extra seating in their front dining room. Wife had a brisket sandwich and she liked it. Broccoli salad was a home-run. I had the sausage and turkey. Both were smoked well. Choice of 2 barbecue sauces - I was lazy and just combined them. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

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Stopped in for a quick late lunch. I had the green beans, turkey, and the banana pudding. The green beans were amazing turkey turkey, and I would definitely eat the banana pudding again. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Outdoor seating area - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

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As we make our way through the Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ list; I have decided that the best way to try a sampling of the bbq is to get the Texas Trinity (ribs, sausage and sliced brisket). My favorites were the ribs and sausage. The jalepeno cheddar sausage is probably the spiciest I have tried so far in our bbq adventures. I have no problem with that though. The seasoning on the ribs (St. Louis Style) was spot on and they were my favorite of the meats I tried. So, the more I try the broccoli salads at the bbq joints, the more I enjoy it. Get those veggies in! My husband really likes to have just regular pinto beans instead of all the frills that some of the joints add. He was a big fan of the beans. I enjoyed the two choices of bbq sauce and especially liked the tangy version. Wow! So good! One of the things that stood out the most to me was the amount of tables and space for dining and the organization. It seems like a lot of the popular bbq joints are streamlining the way the food is served to get customers to the table more quickly. You are assigned a particular numbered table and you go to that table and the staff bring the cue to you! They also place all the extras like the onions, pickles, white bread on the platter so customers don't "gum up the works" by hovering around the extra fixings. Brilliant if you ask me! We love when a restaurant has freshly brewed tea. Miller's has EXCELLENT iced tea. You can see all of the goings on downtown Belton out of the large bay doors in the dining room. It's a really cool setup. I noticed that Miller's has a lot of their items prepackaged and prepared for you to take home and load up the freezer. I would definitely return to Miller's! read more

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Loved Miller's! Super clean and organized. Friendly staff. Amazing BBQ! Curtis sandwich and sausage wrap were delicious! read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Loved Millers! The Curtis sandwich and the sausage wrap were legit!! - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

The customer service team is on point. The facility was clean. We wished we knew more about the actual meat portion sizes before we committed to ordering the amounts that we did. I felt that we were misled. Coming from out of town due to great reviews and high expectations. It was a letdown. Too pricy for the amount of food given. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Half pound of brisket with bread, pickles, & onions on the side. - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

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We stopped in for breakfast and this place was amazing - we got the Penelope taco and sausage hash! Highly recommend- we need to come back for lunch or dinner. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

Solid Q in downtown Belton! In Texas we are blessed with Good BBQ throughout the State, but Great BBQ is always a bonus. Today, for this one meal, we had Great BBQ. Everything was perfect. I can't say its going to be great BBQ when you show up, since it changes from day to day, that's the nature of cooking, but I think you have a real good chance that Miller's will deliver. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Yummy Ribs with just the right Bite Factor - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

This place is great Amazing !!! Came here for lunch on a whim and was shocked and surprised. The brisket and ribs had decent smoke and the ribs had a hint of sticky sweetness. We got in real quick and were assigned tables and they bring the food to you. Different for a bbq joint but not an issue. They had coffee and sweets which made my wife happy. On top of the good food and great experience, the customer service was fantastic. Everyone was nice and helpful and if you needed something you did not have to get up. They even corrected an error my wife made when ordering her coffee even though it was my wife's mistake. We will definitely come back on every trip up 35. read more

Miller's Smokehouse - Ribs and Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Belton, Texas

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Another great pick up meal. Easy drive-through at the curb. Delicious chicken, moist brisket, and sausage. I also enjoy the slightly peppery green beans. They have gone up on their prices some in the not too distant past, and I can't say that their barbecue is inexpensive compared to other places any longer, but it's still my go to place when I'm passing through town on the highway and looking for barbecue. read more

Traveling through the area on a business trip and was wanting some good BBQ, so had to check out Miller's. I did like how everything was a la carte. I ordered brisket, green beans, and broccoli salad. The broccoli salad was so delicious! I could have eaten just that. The reason for the 3 stars was the green beans and brisket. The green beans were pretty much inedible in my opinion. I love spicy food, but I don't want it to taste like the entire black pepper jar was tossed in. I took a few bites and eventually resigned myself to not eating them. Then the brisket was disappointing. I had been to two other BBQ places on my travels this week and this brisket missed the mark. I was hoping for it to be more tender and juicy. It was just...not. It was just ok. I probably would try this restaurant again, just try something else and definitely get the broccoli salad! read more

Walking in, you stand in line to order at the counter. The line wasn't exceptionally long, but it felt like a long wait as the service at the counter seemed to be moving slowly. The inside is spacious and clean. We went for dinner, and they were out of a few items. Once seated, the food was delivered relatively quickly. The brisket was amazing! The hot links were also great, and had a good kick of spice to them. The turkey seemed a bit dry and wasn't my favorite. As far as the sides go, the Mac n cheese was delicious, the potato salad was tasty, but I probably wouldn't order the coleslaw again. They had several beers on tap. Mini key lime pie was great, they also have other flavors and larger pies to order as well. Will definitely be back! read more

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BOOYAH! Miller's Smokehouse is Simply The Bomb! Randa and Staff exceed customer service expectations. Everyone has one common goal and that's to make sure every customer leaves happy! You want organization and structure come eat at Miller's! Oh and BTW I travel alot in Texas & eat BBQ twice a week Miller's Smokehouse has THE #1 Ribs in Texas! Have a Super SASCO Day David T Sine AKA Coach Head to Miller's Smokehouse and you'll say Booyah as well!!!! read more

In the area for work and needed some real bbq. Back home has no real bbq places. Pull up to this place and you can smell the smokers doing their jobs. Stomach started growling before ever walking in the door. Lady at the register was super helpful and recommended the fire bowl bc it had a little bit of everything and I got some brisket as well. The bowl was interesting. I scraped all the Fritos off so I could experience everything. The beans and fried taters on the bottom was a good base then the smoked pulled pork was seasoned through out giving every bite a tasty enjoyment. The hot links had a good kick and just the right amount of smoke to them. The brisket was fall apart delicious. The housemade tortilla was a nice little addition. I made tacos out of the fire bowl. If I'm back in the area I'll be stopping in again to try more things read more