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I went here for lunch with a friend on a weekday. We like Oak'd and have been many times. We also like Terry Black's in Deep Ellum but it is farther away for us and parking can be tricky unless you want to pay. So Oak'd is convenient and parking is easy. As usual, I got the two meat platter. I think prices have increased since I was there in February 2026. In Sept 2026 it was $25.99 for two meats and two sides. I got my usual smoked turkey, which is among the best in Dallas. It is smoky, tender, and moist. I dip it in their house red BBQ sauce but it is not necessary. The reason for 3 stars this trip is that the black pepper sausage was dry and tough. When the server put it on my platter I noticed that it was shriveled but I did not say anything. Maybe I should have. I could barely get a metal fork in it. It was so dense that sauce could not permeate. My friend said the same thing about his pepper sausage. It was not good. The sides were tasty and I have no complaints about the Mac n cheese and BBQ beans other than they could have been hotter. Overall, this trip was a disappointment. With tax and tip the lunch was over $32. It was not worth it. My previous trips have been 5 stars, but this one was not.
Overall, I dont think I will come back. The service was great, staff members were super nice but the food was pretty disappointing. Ordered: beef burnt ends, wagyu brisket, brisket (moist), sausage, mac and cheese and potato salad. When they were silcing the briskets, it looked delicious since you could see how moist it was. But, it ended up being very dry and lacked flavor. Burnt ends were hard and super chewy. The sausage was the only meat that was solid. The side dishes were decent. Considering all the other BBQs available, this was disappointing.
We've been going to Oak'd for several years now and I had previously reviewed it, giving it very high marks in all areas. In fact, I was not even planning on writing this review, but today's dining experience cannot go without my sharing some thoughts on it. Over the years, we've always enjoyed Oak'd and even felt comfortable and confident enough in the quality of food to invite out of town guests to join us for some good Texas BBQ at Oak'd Prior to today's visit, our most recent visit was about six months ago, and even then we noticed a little slippage in quality. Although then it had mostly to do with the Sides and not so much to do with meat offerings. Today, it was everything, except the service and staff which as always, was excellent! Today, we sought to order a Beef Rib, but the Ribs were about two hours out from being ready, so at the recommendation of the Meat Man doing the carving, we opted for variety; my wife ordered the Two Meat Plate and I had the Three Meat. My wife chose a double portion of "moist" Wagyu Brisket from the "Point," and I ordered moist Wagyu Brisket, the Garlic and Black Pepper Sausage Link and, Pork Spare Ribs. Sadly and much to our dismay, all of the moist Brisket lost almost all of its moistness and succulence by the time we reached our table! Likewise, the Spare Ribs ended up also being more on the dry side, rather than moist and tasty. The Garlic-Black Pepper Sausage was tasty and ended up being the highlight of my meal. For Sides, my wife and I shared Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Cauliflower, BBQ Baked Beans, Collard Greens, and Apple Cider Coleslaw. The Brussel Sprouts had little flavor from the Balsamic seasoning and were quite drenched and oily/greasy. The Cauliflower was hit and miss, with some pieces over-done. The Beans were heavy on the jalapeño spice, about a "3" on the heat scale for me, a "5" for my wife. The Beans were not what I would consider "BBQ Baked," because there was no real sweetness to them, at all. It could be, that in the past the Beans were exactly like they were today and I just ate them without really expecting any sweetness, since I do like Charro Beans (and the Beans at Oak'd are somewhat flavored like Charros), and previously, I was not missing any sweetness in the meal overall. Today, however, I was missing the sweetness, because the BBQ Sauce was strong in vinegar/acidity and totally lacked sweetness. So, I was yearning for something sweet and it just never really came! I hoped for sweetness in the Coleslaw, but that too was only minimally sweet, before being overpowered by the taste of apple cider vinegar. And, because neither the BBQ Sauce nor the Beans, nor the Coleslaw had any real sweetness to them, I totally left my Dill Pickle Chips alone and untouched. And, I as well held off dousing some vinegar over my Greens, as I normally would, because I was just done with the acidity level of the meal. Flavor-wise, I think I would have enjoyed the Greens, were I to be eating them apart from the meal with say, a slice of cornbread. But, that wasn't on the menu today. In addition to that above, the regular BBQ Sauce was also a little bit spicy; about a "1" on the heat scale. I'm not really a fan of Carolina (Mustard-based) Sauce but, to me, even the Carolina Sauce had a hint more sweetness than the regular Sauce. I was really taken aback! It is noteworthy that the Dill Chips, Onion Slices, and Freshly Sliced Jalapeño that I received were all very fresh! But, I only ate a little of the Onions and Jalapeño Slices. I would like to think and hope that today's experience at Oak'd was an anomaly or one off, but most of what we experienced seemed more like failings in quality control. And with that, it will likely take a serious hankering for BBQ and us being in the neighborhood, to make us want to eat at Oak'd again... at least for a long while. I hope should you give Oak'd a try, there will have been some attention given to quality control, including verifying some recipes to ensure flavor profiles are up to par. As mentioned, the staff at Oak'd is and always has been great, so for their sake I would like to see this business succeed! Best of luck, should you give it a go! Eat well. Be well. Cheers!
Of course I had to try the four meat combo on my first visit to Oak'd. i got brisket, burnt ends, pulled pork, and turkey. The other three were good (burnt ends a little dry), but I mist say the turkey was great! It tasted like there was a savory marinade applied before smoking the turkey breast. I like that they cut all of the meat right in front of you as well. The team was friendly, but a little more reserved than generally at restaurants. Being a weekday at lunchtime, the dining area was a bit slower than expected, but still clean and well kept.
Amazing BBQ spot with generous portion sizes and tons of meat and sides options. Ordering is done at the counter and you can buy meats by the pound or as a plate with 2-4 meats and 2 sides for dine in or takeout. We got the brisket, ribs, and burnt ends. The brisket was the highlight of the meal, it was so incredibly juicy and tender, decided to get an extra portion the moment they sliced into it. For sides, there's a range of hot and cold sides. We got baked beans which were very hearty and cucumber salad was a light, refreshing touch to this BBQ plate. Beyond the food, this restaurant is very down to earth with self seating indoors, outdoor on the patio, or at the bar. No worrying about servers interrupting you mid chew. Overall this is an incredible spot for a great BBQ meal and I'm looking forward to coming back for more of their amazing brisket.
I've been to just about every DFW bbq restaurant and this is by far the BEST BBQ place. The brisket was tender!! It's prime meat or wagyu which makes a tremendous difference in comparison to choice or select quality of meat. The brisket was tender, juice and perfection. Same with the chicken. 10 out of 10. Excellent work! When you walk in to the restaurant, you order your food and they serve you. Then you take your plate and sit wherever. They do not have servers so you are responsible to take your dirty tray and put it up which is great. The atmosphere is great for large parties and the outdoor patio is also nice during warm weather days. We also got the pecan pie, definitely homemade and that was also exceptional! I highly recommend this BBQ restaurant you won't be disappointed!
Texas BBQ at its finest! The chopped brisket and spicy bbq sauce were on point. Not an ounce of fat, but chock full of flavor. It's obvious that the pit master takes pride in his/her craft. We also loved the Mac n cheese and mashed potatoes which were mouthwateringly delicious. Clean, fantastic service and as authentic as it gets. Plus bonus points for parking. Thank you for a phenomenal experience!
So, this is my first time here at this location, and I've been meaning to try it. It's a barbecue place, and I'm really glad I came in. The people in line are amazing--very friendly and energetic. They make you feel welcome and give off good vibes. I ordered the three-meat plate with brisket, turkey, and sausage, and then the guy asked, "Do you wanna try a Texas Twinkie?" It's a jalapeño stuffed with brisket and cream cheese, wrapped in Wagyu meat. Oh my God, it was so damn good--I wanted to get another one. This is a must-try. The brisket was tender and flavorful, the mac and cheese was delicious, and so were the beans. I sat down at the bar. They have a full bar with beer on tap and can mix good classic cocktails. Kevin is an amazing bartender; he made me a negroni and an old-fashioned--full of energy, a great guy. So if you're in the Greenville area and want some good barbecue, come out and try them. I guarantee you'll love this place--you won't regret it. It's a nice, chill vibe with good energy. Oh, and they also have an outdoor patio.
Went during lunch time and there was no line compared to other bbq places in Dallas. The sausage was amazing however the brisket was quite expensive for what we received. It looked really juicy but the taste didn't match. A nice place to relax and grab a drink.
Texas BBQ in the homeland of BBQ Parking: Easy! Lots of space as it is in a strip mall of sorts Drinks: Went for lunch and we had lemonade. Was quite good! Food: sooooo many options. We had wagyu brisket, regular brisket, sausage, Mac and cheese, collared greens, Brussels sprouts, pork ribs and French fries. Yes...a feast at lunch! Everything tasted delicious. I felt my wagyu was a bit too fatty but everyone else loved it. The Mac and cheese was AMAZING!!! I also appreciated that they served the Brussel sprouts without bacon. They also had beef ribs available for those who don't eat pork. Service: one of the guys behind the serving area seemed to be annoyed we had so many questions. We aren't from Texas and were just visiting so would have liked him to be a bit more understanding. The rest of the folks were super nice so we quickly forgot about the grumpy cat. Atmosphere/vibe: went for lunch. It was fairly empty but that was just fine with us! Age group: I'd imagine all! Bathroom: worked and was clean so A+ from me! Return: sure!
Me and my family were visiting Dallas and decided to try oak'd and I can tell you that it is worth the hype. We got the 3 meat family platter and it was amazing, the wagyu brisket was so tender and juicy. Great customer service, great food, what more can you ask for!
The food is always amazing !! The meats are cooked to perfection! The service here is welcoming and friendly they really do care! If the weather is nice sitting outside is perfect but inside is also inviting, they have tvs all over and play great music ! My husbands burger was out of this world!!
Okay so I've eaten here twice and have no idea how I haven't reviewed yet. This place is a) delicious and b) has such large portions good luck thinking you'll not leave with a doggie bag. I had a buddy recommend this place to me but bbq is so hit or miss. These guys and gals are all hot. No miss. I've had a three meat plate (brisket, sausage, turkey) and the governor sandwich with ribs on the side. The meat? The moist brisket you almost need to eat with a spoon it's so tender. The ribs have the right amount of snap and tenderness with incredible oak flavor. The turkey, was good but there was so much I don't know what family they thought I was feeding but yeah. They have two sauces. The more orange one and the darker red one. My taste buds gravitated to the darker one. Was perfect on my sandwich. Not that the other was bad, just wasn't doing it for me. Their sides are incredible. Even the zucchini. Honestly a great experience both times. Will be back.
1 year ago
Awesome service - everyone smiling. I got the Texan sandwich which was so flavorful and tasing. Great sauce! I would definitely return read more
8 months ago
Came in here for dinner last week while in town. Actually met the owner at the other location the following day when paying. The bbq here was really good. I ordered the beef rib and wagyu brisket. Food was absolutely perfectly smoked and the sides were also really good and home scratch taste. I come to Dallas on business several times a year and now will add this as an always must stop. The service is quick and able to find a seat with everything you possibly could need as well. read more
What can I say I love bbq. I've been to quite a few spots and I can honestly say that this place was not even in my top 30. I give it to them the place looks like it has potential, but it's missing key factors here. For starters no smoke coming from the chimney (if it even has one), everything seems to be cooked in some of those large ovens, the meat was not tender enough , and it had not enough Smokey flavor. Guys the bbq sauce was not good at all, I had only 1 and it was enough to say the least. The sides were ok and tasted like it was whipped up quickly pre prepared food or with store bought ingredients. The servers look like they weren't interested in talking to you and the place was dead. I really wanted to like this place. Just couldn't with its flavors. read more
8 months ago
....... READ THIS REVIEW ...... Brisket: Perfectly moist - incredibly so since it's smoked. A true master level technique! Probably the best brisket I've ever had. Perfect smoke ring and the crust is sticky moist, not dry and hard. Excellent traditional seasoning for Texas BBQ - not overdone and does not overpower the meat... which also is lean and by the taste 'of great quality'. They did an awesome job. Definitely get some! (10 out or 10 Pork Ribs: Very nice, not too dry but not real moist. Kind of average on the moist scale (6.5 of 10... but remember these are smoked ribs and will never be as moist as baked/broiled ribs.) Same good flavor as the brisket but not as much of a flavor presence. I like a stronger rub profile - but that's just me. These are good. Overall a 8.5 out of 10... better than most. Jalapeño/Cheese Sausage: Lean and moist, not greasy. Has a good bit of heat in the throat - not so much in the mouth (7 of 10). It's quickly noticeable but not uncomfortable and will linger on your palet for 10-15 min. Was over powering my ability to evaluate the blend of meats and seasonings used. Cheese is very well proportioned and does not interfere with the pork or spice flavors. If you like spicy BBQ sausage, you will love it. 2 Sauces: Texas Sauce = Don't get me wrong, some people will really like this one, but it's not anything like a Texas BBQ sauce - far from it. (It should be renamed and have nothing referring to Texas.) Be ready for a northeast vinegar profile with more of a hot Cuban-African-Jamaican fusion thing going on. Very tangy and extremely hot spiced with I don't know what. Completely unique and has a gourmet element to it. There is nothing sweet and savory about it. Personally, I just dipped the tip of my finger tip in it and was turned off. (I'm pure a native Texan!) Carolina Sauce: Did not try it. (Not my thing.) Sides/Desserts: Didn't eat any but they have a good selection and seem to be upscale versions with uniqueness and very fresh. (Most BBQ places have sides that look and taste old and out for hours - but not here!) The desserts look awesome and professionally made. They do not include the basic and traditional Texas BBQ desserts - a Chocolate Meringue pie or a Texas Pecan pie. But everything looked decadent!! Not an issue. Atmosphere: Excellent first impression as you walk in. Upscale traditional Texas BBQ feel and decor. Very clean and spacious - you have plenty of space between tables. Cool bar area and a place one could definitely hang out at with a friend or two to chill - even if not eating. Overall Score: 4 The sausage was more hot than I like (I prefer savory spices , not overpowering heat). I would probably have given 3.5 overall but for the brisket. It was that good and I can't give them anything in the 3's considering how much bad BBQ is out there. This is a place you should definitely go to - therefore they get a 4. See my Yelp profile page for a Best In Dallas list: https://www.yelp.com/user_details?userid=KbFb7BxxJfHmHG3P-jY1CQ&utm_source=ishare read more
Dinner with babe. Ordered the smoked wings & one bacon wrapped jalapeno popper. Wings... tough & dry Popper... it wasn't deseeded which made it difficult to enjoy. As the bacon or bbq sauce had an excessive amount of black pepper. I've had better bbq for sure, I'll leave this to the folks who live uptown. read more
1 year ago
Really great BBQ and atmosphere for watching sports. The service was also fast and well organized. read more
Seems like a cool spot. I took my family visiting from out of town here and they enjoyed the vibe the most. The lady next to us was having a cute little birthday party and the people at the bar were watching the game. Seemed like a community restaurant. Really nice guys working behind the counter with good customer service. A little more on the expensive side. The meats and sauces are the stand outs the sides are ehh. Ps pls add cornbread at this location read more
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Thank you so much for the best customer service, James & crew! It was our first time here and we arrived near closing time. All of the workers were so patient and kind. They gave great recommendations and it was amazing food! We will be back very soon! read more
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out of Fries + baked potatoes when we were there. the salad was pathetic yet cost $10 Bbq was pretty good Ambience subpar imo- it was loud and cold read more
Being in Texas and having all kinds of bbq places to try, you'd really have to stand out to make an impression on us folk. This is the only Oak'd location I've been to, considering there's one in my neighborhood. Place was pretty big with a bar in the corner and plenty of tables. When we arrived for dinner, the place was half full and no line to get your order. They serve your typical bbq meats and sides. I got the two-meat plate with two sides while better half got the brisket sandwich. All in all the service was good and food as well, though nothing that would really make it stand out. The meats I got were the brisket and ribs, with a side of potato salad and bbq beans. Meat was tender for both, and they serve it with a couple of different sauces, one being more mustard based but decent. The potato salad is not a sweet potato salad, which is a plus for me. The bbq beans had a smoky paprika flavor and really enjoyed those. The portions were pretty large when you compare them to other bbq places we've been to. I'd definitely go back and try other items on their menu. read more
1 year ago
I went back to try more and honestly I just can't get over how nice and friendly the staff is there. It makes me want to get out more in the hopes of meeting more people as nice as they're there. Okay so the Oak'd burger is freaking massive!! I could not one bite this thing at all. The bun was so soft and meat tasted great just a little dry. It needed more sauce. Now this 4 meat plate was kinda weird that they counted each stuff jalapeño as a meat. It was a pretty nice size stuffed with brisket which all tasted so good but definitely too expensive. It's not like it was stuffed with a pound of brisket....Anywho brisket was nice but DAMN that smoked turkey was definitely the star of this plate. It was so good even my kids ate it all up. I really appreciate the employee that recommended it to us. read more
2 years ago
Blown away with the meat sweats I needed today. Got the 2 meat plate and chose Wagyu beef brisket and Pork Ribs. The brisket was so tender and juicy, just melted in your mouth. Ribs were cooked beautifully with a nice smokey flavor. For sides I chose the collard greens and the mac n cheese. The collard greens were perfect with a lil heat to them, nice chunks of pork too! Mac n cheese was not heavy at all with a nice cheesy sauce. I tried all 3 types of pickles and loved them all, even the spicy one! Red pickled onions topped off my meal along with both BBQ sauces. Service was excellent and super friendly. The atmosphere is chill, relaxed and they have a nice outdoor seating area. Highly recommend this place!!! Top notch and great BBQ! read more
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2 years ago
Place is nice. Plenty of sitting inside and outside. I'm quite bit disappointed at the ribs and chicken Very very dry. They're wagyu brisket sandwich, now that lives up to It's name. Otherwise mediocre, I've had better. Service OK, gentlemen cutting the meats at least the one that attended us seemed to be having a bad day. Not very friendly. read more
3 years ago
If you've read my other reviews, you know I'm hard on BBQ places because hey, it's Texas. This is setup like the traditional BBQ line, but on a slow night (3 tables sat), the service was awful. So slow that the meat wasn't even hot by the time I sat down. I couldn't tell if they were understaffed on a super slow night, or if they simply had zero F's to give. I'm guessing both. Good news, there wasn't a line. They do give generous portions on the meat. I had a 2 Meat Plate with 2 sides and a drink and it was priced right. I tried the Beef Brisket and Burnt Ends. Both were OK. Might have been better if it didn't take so long to get through the line and the meat was hot. The line had literally 1 person in front of me. The sides available were a good selection of hot and cold. The beans were a little undercooked for my taste, but the flavor was solid. The cauliflower was also OK. With so many amazing BBQ places in Dallas, don't waste your time here. If you want average BBQ you can get it cheaper. If you want terrific BBQ there are at least 6 places off the top of my head to go that are significantly better. read more
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8 months ago
I love BBQ and Oak'd did not disappoint. Their beef brisket has a tremendous bark and is very tender and delicious. It is hand-cut while you wait so you can choose between fatty, lean or in between. I also tried the pork spareribs, which were excellent. Typically ribs are either cooked in a way that they are fall-off-the-bone or chewy. These were the perfect mix of both. Fork tender, but still had some pull. I will be back to try more. read more
When we walked in, I immediately noticed how clean and comfortable the place felt. I loved how they greeted us as soon as we walked in. They helped us choose what we wanted and were very nice. They let us sample the brisket which I have never seen before. I was happy to do so. When we sat down the food was amazing! My favorite were the burnt ends and the Mac and cheese. I am glad we found this place because I will definitely be coming back! read more
2 years ago
I went to Oak'd Bbq so you don't have to. not only was the bald head man mean & rude, but the lady w the- interesting countenance & dark ponytail encouraged the distasteful behavior. The ambiance was light and nice. However if the passive aggression and rude encounter wasn't enough to not ever return; the food was dry & flavorless. I got the three meat plate: prime rib, Wagyu brisket, and turkey. The turkey was dry and over cooked, brisket was greasy and flavorless , and the rib? You ruined ribs for me. It was not only dry and flavorless, but it was disrespectful ! I got three sides, 3 cheese Mac, potato salad, and collard greens. How you miss all 3 cheeses in the a 3 cheese Mac is beyond me; I got potato salad thinking that'd be the one thing (they) can do right only to be tricked into having mush soup! The collard greens were the only thing acceptable and dare I say- safe, to consume. I also got a warm sprite for my drink, which we all love am I right? I promise I love bbq, and trying new things, however I wish someone left an honest review for me so please save your money ! He's being nice; but didn't eat it all. And couldn't even give the food to a homeless person thinking it'd be disrespectful to the homeless man. read more
Had a great experience here, the food is really good and the staff members are really helpful and nice. I ordered the Governor Sandwich- it was huge and yummy! The Mac and cheese was super creamy and I enjoyed it. The steak fries were massive chunks of potatoes but so good! Overall enjoyed the environment and food! read more
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Maybe it's just that my boyfriend's BBQ is amazing and nothing else compares, but this place left a lot to be desired. I had the two meat plate with pork burnt ends and roasted garlic sausage, plus mac and cheese and baked beans. Some of the burnt ends were hard as rocks so we took them back, to which an employee said "well... they're supposed to be burnt." The mac had no flavor. The beans and sausage were pretty good. My BF had the three meat with ribs, brisket burnt ends, and brisket. The brisket was tender, burnt ends were mid, ribs were good. Steak fries were crispy. With a sweet tea the total was $70. read more
3 years ago
The food was delicious especially the smoked wings. Brisket was juicy and Mac & Cheese was very cheesy. The bbq beans were ok. The staff was friendly too. read more
1 year ago
Me and my family said we'd give it a three star my dad said they can juice and tenderize the meat better and my mom said she enjoyed the Texan sandwich but the barbecue wasn't the best I personally liked the fries I feel they were seasoned well and that the meat was pretty nice. read more
11 months ago
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5500 Greenville Ave
Ste 1300
Dallas, TX 75206
Lovers Lane East, Upper Greenville
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