Spicy Mike's was a real pleasant surprise. We had the smoked turkey, and it was perfect-- just the…read moreright amount of saltiness from the brine, and the smoke was nice & flavorful without overpowering the delicate flavor of the turkey itself. The ribs were also on-point with the dry rub having pops of tasty pepper & other complex seasoning-- you know these tender ribs are good when they require ZERO sauce! We tried 4 sides and all of them were delicious... the soft-cooked greens were classic & tasty, the potato salad was great, the pinto beans were particularly good, and the cole slaw was fresh, crunchy & rich in flavor. The people that worked there, from the counter folks to the servers were ALL great, super nice & friendly. I'm not sure what more I could ask for-- they even have a back patio that was dog-friendly so our guy could stay cool, and not be in the hot car as we passed through town.

I had the baked potato with chopped brisket on it. Some of the best brisket I have ever had…read more My husband had the Justus 4 all sandwich. This will definitely be going back. The staff were absolutely incredible.

This place is awesome! Some co-workers and I were in Hereford on business and we were having…read moretrouble finding a good place to eat. We read some reviews on Yelp about Rusty Pit BBQ and decided to give it a try. When entering, you could tell the place was very clean, and it was packed with patrons. The staff was very friendly and courteous. We figured the food had to be good when we learned that they had already run out of sausage and some sides. The food was delicious! I ordered the large frito pie and the butcher threw in a rib as well. The brisket in my frito pie was awesome, and the rib was so tender, the meat just fell off of the bone. My coworkers ordered brisket, ribs, beans and slaw and said theirs was very good as well. They told me I made a good choice for our group by choosing Rusty Pit BBQ. This food was just what we needed to fill our bellies on this portion of our Panhandle trip. I HIGHLY recommend you try this place.

They don't stay open long, wish they would stay open longer. Every time I want to go they are…read moreclosed!

Some say The BBQ Shop is the greatest barbecue in the state of Texas. Those are obviously bold…read morewords. The restaurant certainly represents the state well as the westernmost barbecue joint on Highway 70. You'll see it as soon as you leave New Mexico traveling eastbound on the highway, even before you encounter the Welcome to Texas sign! They make it clear that Texas is America's barbecue state! While I wouldn't rank it among the top 10 BBQ spots in Texas, and I've done the entire top 50 now, I'd say it's very solid and worth a visit if you're in the vicinity. The brisket is good, with beautiful fatty, salty edges. The sausage is just mediocre. But the side dishes are the real star of the show! The fried okra in my experience is among the best in the United States, likely only second to Dreamland in Birmingham, Alabama. And that's really high praise! The fried cheddar poppers are one of the best side dishes I've ever eaten, probably the best thing on the menu!

Good food, great friendly service and west Texas vibes. Coming from NM We were definitely looked up…read moreand down. Pew pews welcome!!

The best, most tender, succulent barbecue I've had anywhere! The dark meat chicken quarter was…read moreexquisite and so smoky and flavorful. The chopped beef sandwich was sensational with underlying seasoning that gave it more depth of flavor than most barbecue I've had. I look for Jetfire food truck everywhere I go where there are food trucks!

It was late in the afternoon so I wasn't sure if there would be any food trucks we liked next to…read morethe Clovis library, but I was certain that neither Lee nor I felt like cooking this evening. There were only three: one with Asian food with all its fresh bean sprouts and green onions and crispy fried rice, one with super crispy fried chicken, and the barbecue truck, Jetfire. The owner (I guessed) was out front, talking to another guy. I asked if they were open and if they had anything that a couple of old folks who couldn't chew "too good" could eat, maybe some brisket so fatty it would melt in your mouth. He kind of shook his head and then said, "I could chop some brisket up nice and soft and put it on a plate with two sides or a sandwich or just some meat by the pound?" Long story slightly shorter, he disappeared into the Jetfire truck and emerged a few minutes later with 2 chopped beef sandwiches, 2 sides of beans, 1 side of mac-n-cheese and a side of potato salad. We took it home and began eating some of the finest barbecue I've tasted in a very long time -- maybe sometime in the 30 years or so I lived in Austin, TX, and it wasn't just the chopped brisket -- each dish was a treat unto itself! The beef had bits of charred fat concentrated with the smoke and maybe worcestershire and horseradish? I don't know, but it was delectable! The bun was perfectly toasted on the grill in butter or maybe beef fat. The potato salad was the perfect combination, IMO, of vinegary, mustardy and mayonnaisey and the mac-n-cheese was the perfect texture of soft but not soggy with a lighter, a little sweeter sauce and chunks of Velveeta in it to give you an occasional burst of cheesy flavor. I think the folks running this truck have a secret ingredient that gives everything a depth and complexity you don't find just anywhere. This has become my go-to barbecue in the area and I recommend it to any BBQ lover. Plus the gentleman who rustled up this food for us was a damn nice guy! The plates were 10 bucks a piece-- well, worth the price, but one plate with one extra side would have been more than enough for the two of us who have fairly light appetites. (We will enjoy leftovers tomorrow!) Thank you, Jetfire!

What goes on in Olton, Texas? A simple drive through tells you not much. However, this small town…read moreboasts a Texas Monthly Top 50 barbecue spot, so if you are like me and trying to get stamps on the passport, you inevitably have to make the drive. Funnily enough, it is both the northernmost and westernmost spot on the list, so everywhere after this is quite literally downhill from here. We drove in on a Friday and arrived just before 1:30 pm, which is a sin at most barbecue joints. Rejino, however, only had a small line and still a full menu while being pretty busy. They were excited to add a stamp to my book and even gave me a free Rejino sticker to take with me. I love places that go the extra step. One thing I want to note right away is how affordable their barbecue is compared to most places. The Texas Trinity fed both my girlfriend and me and came in around forty dollars, with half pounds of ribs and brisket, a sausage link, and a side. My girlfriend and I ordered their Texas Trinity, two sides, and a dessert. I will share my thoughts on everything below. Brisket: It was well done. There was good flavor throughout and the slices were nicely cut. The balance between the lean and fatty parts was exactly what you would expect and on par with others on the list. Pork Ribs: My girlfriend loves a pork rib and she really enjoyed these. In terms of tenderness and candying, they landed right in the middle. The meat did not fall off the bone, but it was still excellent. The bark was well seasoned. Jalapeño Cheese Sausage: Compared to most joints, their sausages were shorter but thicker. The jalapeños actually had a crunch, which was surprising. I really enjoyed this sausage. Baked Potato Casserole: I thought this was a great side and a solid portion for five dollars. Bacon White Cheddar Mac and Cheese: My girlfriend said this was her favorite style of mac and cheese, extremely creamy. I thought it was good, but I let her eat most of it since she liked it so much. Broccoli Cheddar Cornbread: Unlike most barbecue joints, the cornbread here was free. I really liked the hints of cheese and the broccoli pieces mixed throughout. M&Ms Brownie: I sometimes get dessert at a barbecue joint. When I am with my girlfriend, that percentage jumps to always. Here we ordered a massive M&Ms fudge brownie. The M&Ms were intentionally stale, so instead of being crunchy they were chewy on top of the brownie. It reminded me of a Cosmic Brownie. In Texas, there are smoke cathedrals everywhere for those willing to look, and places like Rejino make stops in small towns completely worth it. RIYL: top notch barbecue that also happens to be pretty affordable

We got to try their food at Texas Country Reporter Fest in Grand Prairie this weekend, and we are…read moresure feeling lucky we did! We had pork sliders, brisket sliders, and ribs. All delicious! The meats were smoked perfectly and the sauces were the perfect complements! Staff were super friendly! Hope we make it out their way to try more of their tasty food!

3/20/19 Stopped in HerefordTX for a late lunch and…read moredecided ( thanks to Yelp! ) to stop at Pop's . Ended up getting a 2 plate combo with pulled pork and chopped brisket with fried okra and cole slaw as sides . Not sure why the other reviews are lower starred but I thought it was a pretty good meal . The okra was fresh and hot and the cole slaw was tasty . I liked the chopped brisket better than the pulled pork but they were both good . I only talked to one employee but she was friendly and got my food ready quickly . The next time I'm in Hereford and not dragging a wagon I plan on stopping again - Good Stuff .

Food is low quality. The meet is kept in serving tray instead of being sliced fresh. Just goes to…read moreshow anybody can make a good living selling BBQ even if it's not great. On the good side, they didn't ask for a tip before handing me my food over the counter.

I was passing through and found Tyler's on Yelp. I walked in at 6:54 PM, unaware that they closed…read moreat 7. You know what they said? They said, "Welcome to Tyler's. Are you eating in or take out." I said, "Carry out." Nothing about closing, no rush. Nicest folks. The ribs, and I eat ribs in Memphis, Kansas City, hell, everywhere. These were top 10 ribs, no, these were top five. Fall off the bone with plenty of chew. Full of flavor, before the sauce which was a perfect sweet/sour sticky. This is a five star for attitude, hospitality and food. Oh yeah, get the banana pudding! Can I do a 5+ rating?

If you're in Amarillo and you don't go to Tyler's BBQ, you're an idiot. This was THE best BBQ…read morewe've had in a long time. I ordered the 2-meat plate and got a FULL half chicken plus 5 huge slices of brisket, along with big sides of terrific slightly sweet slaw and green beans with bacon and just a hint of spice. Oh -- and Texas toast too. All of that for under $25! Great BBQ, massive portions, and an incredible value. We're driving cross-country and are so glad our stay at Spark Hotel led us to this gem. The chicken was juicy, the brisket was juicy without being fatty, and everything was packed with flavor. Two thumbs way up. Run, don't walk, to this solid Amarillo joint!

Amazing pork chops! Brought a picky eater with me and she loved them. Nice pleasant people. Quiet…read moretranquil dining experience. A cool local business. A great Texas experience on this road trip.

Hands down the best BBQ I've had out in West Texas! The owners are so caring and welcoming it made…read moreme feel like I was back home. The food was delicious my boyfriend and I had two chopped brisket sandwiches with fries and the hot/honey fried wings that made me go back for extra napkins! We loved it and will be back for more!

The brisket was incredible and had the best bark! We went on George Strait Saturday at lunchtime…read more The manager said she had been there 13 years along with another staffer, and neither had seen a line like we experienced on Saturday. The wait was a little crazy and the staff was clearly out of their element with the booming crowd, but at the end of the day, the food spoke for itself! I'm a 9th gen Texan and love my BBQ. This was the sh*t! It was some of the best brisket I've ever had, seriously. Now people will say, "what place has the best BBQ?" My immediate thought is "clearly they've never had BBQ! As there's literally no place on earth with the best BBQ." If you've eaten your fair share then you know that's a trick question. The better question is, "who has the best brisket, or ribs, or nanner puddin, or whatever." Some places are great and others suck, but no one is the best at all of it. They may be above average or even exceptional, but they will still be better at one meat than another. We had brisket, turkey, beef rib, pulled pork, mild sausage and jalepeno, along with some brisket deviled eggs. Dude! If it were Cajun food, you'd have to slap yo mama. Fortunately it's BBQ so we loosen our belt strap and when we can't eat another bite, we grab the biggest spoon we can find and eat some nanner puddin. It was solid. For sides we had potato salad, cole slaw, mac n cheese and collard greens. Personally, my favorite was the mac n cheese as it was creamy and tasted great, but my friends from Oregon were in TX for the first time and while she had never had collard greens, she couldn't get enough of them and literally went back for thirds. As mentioned, our friends were in from Oregon and had never been to TX not ever had TX BBQ. Shack you did us proud!

Plenty of parking. ADA parking available…read more Great for groups. Ok for kids The menu has something for everyone. I ordered the beef ribs with sides and my wife ordered the brisket sandwich. The flavor of the meat was great. Sides were ok. Friendly staff. Nice bar. Definitely a place to try.

I come to Amarillo every September for a small western music fest. I always try to only eat local…read more While in an antique store on 6th St. the owner asked if I like bbq. It's just my favorite food!(after Maine lobster, of course ) She said Wesley's had the best bbq in town. Of course, we had to try it. It was quite a way from our hotel. 9 miles, but well worth it! I had the small rib plate. 3 meaty smokey ribs so tender the meat came right off the bone. With the sweet hickory bbq sauce adding just the right flavor, I was sold. The pinto beans were cooked just right. The cole slaw is the type I like, not over mayonnaised and not too sweet. Crunchy cabbage. There were 7 of us, and everyone cleaned their plate! The bonus was a young singer, Nelson mckinney entertained us with his wonderful voice and guitar playing. This is a don't miss place to eat if you are in Amarillo.

This was my very first time to this restaurant and I have to say that they know how to cook some…read moreexcellent brisket and turkey!!! The employees were all very friendly and professional, plus they have great senses of humor :) The side dishes of mac & cheese, potato salad, jalapeno cornbread, and jalapeno cream corn were all brilliant, fresh, and completely hot temperature-wise. Lunch here was so fantastic and I will make sure that I return in short order to try more or their food items.