Driving around Texas eating great BBQ and telling you the highs, the lows and where to go…read more Drove out to Brenham, Texas on a Saturday morning to eat BBQ at the original Truth BBQ. Arrived around 10:45am , place opens at 11am. A few people in line and only street parking available behind the place. Free Lone Star beer makes the wait enjoyable on a warm Texas day. My crew of four got the Texas Trinity and added 1/2 pound of brisket along with a slice of carrot cake. Sides we got potato salad and Brussel sprouts. Brisket 9/10 is was good but not a 10/10 Ribs 8/10 as they are good but could have been more tender. Sausage we got 1 link of each type 10/10 but my favorite was the brisket boudin. At 99.75 plus our add ons this enough food for 3 guys and little me. We sat outside as it was a picture perfect day for Texas Saturday. I would return and I highly recommend this place to everyone driving on 290 on the weekends early morning.

Truth be told, I was expecting much more when I drove here. The brisket was OK, but no bark. Ribs…read morewere OK, nothing special. Of the sides, I like the corn pudding but the beans are forgettable. Free beer? Well it's Lone Star LIGHT! The meal itself was very expensive. Desserts looked great, but I was too full after eating the rich, moist brisket to order any. Most seating is outside, which was a comfortable place to sit and listen to some excellent blues while eating. I'd stop again if in the area while hungry, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here. There are likely better places where you are coming from or going to.

Wow! 4 of us just arrived from Boston. We were seeking local BBQ. This is not the New England…read moredefinition of BBQ. This place is heavily! We all agreed best Brisket and Ribs we ever had. The sides were outstanding. The people awesome! If you're in the area it is well worth the stop.

A BBQ Experience Worthy of Its Ranking! LJs BBQ is a Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ award winner, and…read moreit's clear this spot absolutely deserves the recognition. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming, with a nicely decorated dining area and plenty of seating. The staff was incredibly friendly, which made the experience even better. But of course, the real star was the food. Let's start with the brisket. I tried both the lean and the moist cuts, and they were both cooked to absolute perfection. The bark was fantastic--a deep, flavorful crust that gave way to incredibly tender meat. We were also offered a sample of the burnt ends, and they were delicious, a rich and savory bite that left me wanting more. The Hatch Chili Oaxaca sausage was another highlight. It had a smooth, mild flavor that let the sausage itself shine. The cheese had a nice texture and a subtle hint of chili that wasn't overpowering. The ribs were also outstanding. They had a great bite, just the right amount of pull from the bone, and a wonderful flavor. The classic salt and pepper rub was perfectly balanced, enhancing the meat without dominating it. For the sides, I was impressed with the potato salad. It was wonderfully creamy, loaded with big pieces of potato and bacon, and had just the right amount of onion for a nice tang. The mac and cheese was also great, with a very creamy sauce that had a fantastic flavor. While the noodles were a little on the softer side, it didn't take away from how delicious the dish was overall. Overall, this is a top-tier barbecue joint that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a truly great BBQ experience.

Tremendous BBQ experience here today!…read more Came from Austin, about an hour drive. Arrived around 10:20am. The line was short for early March, weather was fantastic. We ordered and got our food within 10mins of being there. All was so delicious, the brisket, the pork shoulder, sausages were amazing, ribs 10/10. The sauce was just so yummy! Potato salad was a hit and the banana pudding cannot be skipped! Plenty of seating, all outside and under covering. Classic bbq ambiance! Just loved it all!! Snow's is a real treat and lives up to the hype! Got to meet Ms Tootsie too!! You gotta visit!!

I finally got a chance to visit Snow's bbq. And wow what an experience. Drove in from houston. So…read moreabout a 2 hour drive to get here. Arrived around 9am and there was about 60 people in line. We ordered a lot of stuff for a group of ten people. The pork steak, chicken, brisket, jalapeño cheddar sausage, reg sausage, pork ribs. The sides were bbq beans, potato salad, Cole slaw. And also came with white bread, onions, pickles, and jalapenos. The pork steak was incredible! I've never had pork steak like that before. The brisket was nice and fatty. The potato salad reminded me of grade school in a good way. I got a photo with tootsie as well. What a great bbq experience. Recommendation: pork steak, brisket, and chicken

Discovered this spot while visiting town and had a blast! The barbecue and desserts left us wanting…read moremore! Can't say enough about the owner's hospitality. He even sang us a tune! Highly recommend stopping by for a bite!!

Some of the best bbq I've had. Very casual spot and you can tell ownership runs it with love…read more Everything was super fresh and hot, just the right amount of fat on the brisket, and you could even tell the onions, jalapeños and pickles were fresh too. Loved that the beans came out steaming hot too. Overall 5/5 and would recommend especially with their friendly service as well!

It's an icehouse. A Mexican icehouse. The staff is actually…read morereally friendly, like Mexican "you're now part of the family" friendly. I tried several menu items and I loved them all. It would be a mistake to ask for or expect Michelin star cuisine. If you're clever, you ask what steak temperature is popular and use the answer for your order. You will not be disappointed. On the contrary, you'll be amazed how juicy a medium or medium-well steak can be. The steak (medium) fajita is to die for. Juicy, full of flavor, simply accompanied by onions and green bell pepper in a flour tortilla. Best tip for this venue: come on, relax, have a nice conversation with you new family and indulge what they recommend. Have f

We love Juanny and her staff/family! Try the rib-eye! Yum yum! You always feel welcomed here…read more Sunday buffet is good but be prepared they are very busy on this day! We like to go on the weeknights for dinner.

The food was excelent, we had burgers an shrimp apetizer, very fresh and delicious, very nice…read morecreative place, I will go back to this restaurant for sure!!! Give a try when passing by Brehnam

Visiting Brenham, Texas was a wonderful experience, and having lunch at Pioneer Smokehouse was no…read moreexception! My friend and I both had their smashed style cheese burgers with frys. One with chili and the other with bacon. Both of them were delicious and they came out of the kitchen onto out table within 10 minutes. We also had the breaded shrimp appetizer with Buffalo sauce and ranch sauce. Every thing was tasty and freshly prepared. The service was great, curious, and friendly. We also had a chance to speak with Pioneer, Mark Renn, the owner himself. He told us all about this picturesque historic building with a fantastic layout and decor. We love it, and plan ti be back soon. ​

I'm not sure why my original review didn't post, but I got an alert saying it didn't go through--so…read morehere we are again, because this place deserves it. My husband and I were out on a motorcycle ride on Christmas Eve and passed through Caldwell. We were excited to see something open and decided to stop at Daisy Dukes Barbecue--and I'm so glad we did. From the moment you walk in, you get that hometown, come-on-in feeling that lets you know the food is going to be good. We were starving and couldn't decide what to order, so the owner suggested a sampler. I don't know if it was an official menu item or something she just put together for us, but she absolutely loaded us up. We had brisket, sausage, fried fish, potatoes, potato salad, coleslaw, and beans--and every bit of it was amazing. We even grabbed two desserts to go. I honestly can't say enough good things about this place, and I can't believe it's been here forever and we've never stopped in before while traveling through. If you're in the area--or even if you're not--it's worth the trip. We can't wait to come back.

Very cozy, clean building, pleasant staff! The food was out quick, and tasted great. 10/10 would…read morerecommend stopping by!

This place is closed. We drove by and all signage is gone, and in addition the phone number now…read morebelongs to someone else. Needless to say, we were very disappointed

We visited on Christmas Day and had the most wonderful experience. Such kind owners who served…read morewarm and delicious food. They stayed open for our family of 10 to enjoy a holiday meal. They have a pool table the kids enjoyed while waiting for the food to be ready. We enjoyed ham, turkey, fried chicken, baked.chicken, dressing, potatoes and gravy, collard greens, green beans, Mac and cheese, red beans and rice, cabbage corn bread and more. All was good and enjoyed with wonderful people. If you are close by please stop in and enjoy!

We have noticed this place several times on our travels back and forth between our home NW of…read moreAustin and our grandchildren in Houston. I always try to be supportive of small, locally owned businesses everywhere I go. Look at some of my other reviews, it will bear this out. For once, it wasn't a Sunday when we were passing by and we weren't in a hurry, so we thought we'd stop for lunch. It looks like everything you'd expect for a barbecue restaurant. Everything rustic and country. There was a menu painted on the wall with no prices anywhere. They have a nice selection of sides in meats. My wife ordered the 2 Meat Plate with Brisket and Sausage, Potato Salad and Pinto beans. I was thinking about Pork Butt; however, when I saw it , I decided to pass. Strike 1! I ordered the Brisket Plate with Black -Eyed Peas and Coleslaw. When the young woman handed it to me, It had Pintos on it rather than Black-Eyed Peas. When I cited the error she indignantly snapped, "That's what you ordered!" Strike 2! (who argues with civil paying customers?) I said, " I'm not trying to be any trouble. I just want what I ordered." at which point the older woman told her to give me a side of Black-Eyed Peas, which at this point seemed completely academic. We found a table, found our way to the drinks and also to the Barbecue Sauce and various condiments. I really wish I could say that this was the best Barbecue that I ever put in my mouth but unfortunately, I have to say just the opposite. Strike 3! This is singularly the worst barbecue experience that I have ever had anywhere in Texas or elsewhere in the country. The Brisket was gray, dry, and there wasn't a smoke ring in sight. It was no better than the Pork Butt had looked to me, in fact it was probably worse. My wife loves Sausage and she is not as discriminating about it as I am, but she said that was the worst Sausage she ever bought from a Barbecue Restaurant in her life, and she's the lifelong Texan in this couple, not me. I see mixed reviews out there besides my own and I'm wondering if perhaps the problem here is just inconsistency with the food because other than that and the little service blip, this wasn't a horrible meal but it was pretty far from a good one. Sorry Nathan's, I so wanted to like you.

If I could give this place less than 1 star I would. We were in Brenham and saw this place which…read moreclaimed to be old school Texas BBQ. Well, the meat tasted like it came from an old school. The brisket was dry and tasted like it had been sitting around for days. The sausage was literally uneditable even drowned in BBQ sauce. The sides were okay, but it's hard to ruin potato salad and mac and cheese. I actually threw my food in the trash. It was almost $60 for 2 people. Even the diet pepsi was bad. Do not under any circumstances eat here.

Some of the best sausages you'll ever find. Their Kolaches are simply the best. The entire family…read morewas raving about their food, their wine selection and we can't wait to go back when driving North. Service was great, and very efficient, considering how long the line can get. They have a very good system in place for keeping the line going smoothly.

March 26, 2023…read more Stopped by here on my way to Brenham. Picked up a variety $28 I asked the older lady behind the meat counter where their beef and pork came from; she had no clue!!! THAT should have been my first clue...LOL!! Just ate the (small) links: jalapeno/cheese and hot... They were ok, each had a mild kick. Would have liked more flavor to each The huge link from Westphalia meat market in Loft TX that I got grossed me out...it looked gray, had a lot of cheese and was just mushy looking. It tasted like mushy cheese and not beef or pork. The texture was just mush. (the packaging had no info on it either and the counter person didn't know) I threw $15 worth of whatever this was in the trash. I just could NOT get over HOW it looked, the texture or lack of flavor. (wish I would of taken a photo of it cooked...too traumatized! LOL! HEY OWNERS.... DONT buy that anymore! I cooked the beef/pork link..it was good. I cooked the ground chuck...and, the pork breakfast sausage... Both look and taste great. (sighs of relief!) Owner---and fellow Texan...train your staff, educate your staff, label ALL meat you sell adequately, please.