I fell off the bone. I took my friends from Europe here to get some good Texas BBQ. You guys didn't fell.. the sides and the meat were yummy. Thanks! read more

I lived in the neighborhood here for a little while so this place was walking distance from my apartment. Awesome community, the staff was so kind and the food came out quickly. It really is fall off the bone tender - some of the best BBQ I've ever had. Super laid back and very reasonably priced, especially for things like brisket and ribs read more

Some of the best bbq ever! They have the best tasting fried okra! Meat moist and flavorful.

I'm really kind of upset I just found this place. The food is absolutely amazing. The brisket was juicy and delicious and the ribs fell off the bone. The queso Mac and cheese though stole the show! The staff was also very friendly. read more

Stopped in with a group of 7 for a work lunch. You order up front and then they'll bring it out to your table. I had a pulled pork plate with Mac & Cheese and braised green beans. The pork was great! It had a good smoke level and bark. I liked their hot bbq sauce. It wasn't too hot but a hood heat level. Sadly though both my sides were pretty bad. I tasted them and had to toss them. I would go back for sure but would try something else from the sides menu. When it comes to bbq though they got the main event right! read more

The BBQ here was delicious. By far my favorite ribs in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. When I visit, I always try to make it over to Off the Bone. The brisket is also a favorite of mine - has a nice smoky flavor and very moist/tender. Check it out when you can! I recommend it! read more

You know when you walk into a restaurant and you get the "smells" of the place? The Smells of Off The Bone tell you, "yes, this is where I want to be." We arrived late...45 minutes to closing late. The food was still fresh, not like it had been sitting all day, that you would get at some places. The baby backs were as the name suggest, falling off the bone. The honey BBQ beans were delish and the deep-fried corn is a must have! Family owned and very friendly. This is a local place. No touristy bells & whistles, just good food. I did not take any photos, cause I could not wait to dig in. You will feel the same way! read more

I would have given 3 1/2 stars if possible. We really wanted to go to Pecan Lodge but we're informed by some hotel workers that they often run out of food by that time at night and we might end up wasting our time. Just to be safe, we asked for other suggestions and this place was recommended. This definitely has that hole-in-the-wall mom and pop shop feel. It's very clean, from what I saw, and was a comfortable place to watch the basketball game while eating. The staff didn't seem very well trained on communicating with guests- no welcome or hi, no asking if we'd been there or needed help while staring at the menu for several minutes, no portrayal of cheer like you're supposed to pretend to have if you work in customer service. They weren't rude, they just didn't really put forth any effort from a customer service standpoint. I ordered the 2 meat plate with ribs and chopped brisket, with mac n cheese and potato salad for my sides. The potato salad was good, but a bit too mustardy for my taste. I think most people like it that way, though. The mac n cheese was strange to me. Not necessarily bad, just very different and strange. The cheese part was good but there were weird seasonings that made it more of a southwest style mac n cheese. I'm pretty sure there was Rotel (or something like it) mixed in. I wish I had known before ordering it for my 2 year old who wouldn't eat any more of it after trying one bite. It was too spicy for a 2 year old. Luckily he liked the roll that I also didn't care for- it seemed like a wheat roll and was served cold and without any offer of butter. Onto the BBQ. It was tasty! The ribs were good- not fantastic- but good. Much better than you'd get at a non BBQ place with ribs on the menu. They were tender, had just enough flavor without taking away from the meat itself, and had a good amount of meat on them. They were a tad bit dry, though. The chopped brisket was my favorite part. It was perfect to me! Moist, good flavor, perfect amount of fat, some charred & caramelized pieces, and a good BBQ sauce to add on top. I finished that off first! I would go back for the chopped BBQ for sure. The service and side items? I'm sure I can find a place that interests me more. But I can't say it was a bad experience- the "issues" I had are easy fixes and I hope for a difference next time I stop by! read more

Some of the best barbecue we've enjoyed in awhile. The brisket is fork tender, the smoked chicken is perfectly seasoned and some of the best chicken we've eaten anywhere. The barbecue sauce is delicious, and you can tell everything is made from scratch. read more

Absolutely fabulous. Tried the ribs and the pulled pork. Honestly probably the best I've ever had. The sauce was just perfect. Not to thick with some spice. Highly recommend this bbq joint. read more

Absolutely LOVE this food!! Service is fantastic! Every time I visit Dallas I come here!! read more

Off the Bone Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

We stopped in for lunch on a Saturday. Our kiddo got the loaded baked potato which was big and good! My husband and I shared the 3 meat combo which was plenty of food! We got the ribs, brisket and sausage. We loved the ribs and brisket and did like the sausage, but it had more of a breakfast sausage flavor than bbq/smoked flavor to us. The ribs were sticky and sweet, and the brisket was not overly smoked and tender. The bbq sauce was yummy. The Mac n cheese and baked beans were decent sides. Not the best we've ever had but still very good. We also got fried okra which was super crispy and good. We would def recommend coming here. The service was friendly, and the atmosphere was typical of a quicker dining experience. They do have a meeting room which is pretty cool. For 3 people to eat bbq for $41, we felt the value was not bad especially since the 3 meat platter had a lot of meat on it! Def give it a shot!! read more

Thank you for taking time to take my order eventhough you had closed. I wanted to try some Texas barbecue last night before heading back to California today. I ordered brisket, sausage. Honey beans, mac n cheese and peach cobbler. The barbecue sauce was just the right sweet and spicy combination for meat. Both meats were good very well cooked. I loved the twist on mac n cheese to my surprise as I am a mac n cheese snob. The beans had a good taste and wish I had more but it was gone first. I will keep this restaurant on my favorites for food in Dallas. Onbtop of that they have great customer service. You definitely wont be disappointed eating here. Thanks again. read more

OTB makes my mouth water just thinking about it. Their rib recipe is life and love combined! Although we had to wait in line for a while, it was definitely worth it. The only tip is to try and go before the rush times, although if you must, you wont regret it either way. read more

Off the Bone Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This is some dang good BBQ. I'm from the Deep South, so I have my own take on how BBQ is supposed to taste (and Texas ain't the real south- sorry, y'all). But Off The Bone... I'm feelin' you, boo! Your smoked brisket was the bomb.com, Your pork, Lawd Jesus, are you my mom? Your loaded fries went STRAIGHT to my butt, But man was it worth that extra added gut, Your potato salad was on point and creamy, Like a Justin Bieber, you're all fresh and dreamy, Your baked beans could almost rival my dad's, Traditional and tasty, yet spicy and rad, And writing this poem makes my diet want to crack, So eff it, y'all, I'm headed back. The End. read more

This place is RIDICULOUS. My family knows the owners and we absolutely HAVE to stop every time we have an event in Dallas. The staff is always such a pleasure and the food is the best barbecue you'll find in town! Ribs are ALWAYS cooked to perfection, and the meats and sides are prepared perfectly. If you're looking for barbecue heaven, look no further read more

Off the Bone Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Let it be said, Off The Bone's dry-rubbed chopped brisket is a culinary work of art. Perfectly spiced, long-smoked and finished to tender excellence, with an assertive (but well-balanced "kick"). The bleu cheese slaw is an excellent plate addition. Service is friendly and welcoming, although the setting is more "cowboy" than "connoisseur." Packaged commercial beverages are the only alternative to the grossly over-sweetened iced tea-- perhaps the only significant downsides to what would otherwise merit a five star review. read more

There are a lot of things to be excited about in Dallas, one of which is barbecue. That's right, some good ole down home Texas barbecue. Being the greedy soul that I am, I suggested we order a whole rack of ribs and a pound of brisket. My friend also picked up some dessert. We finished less than half the ribs and brisket and she took the rest home. Definitely good stuff. If I was 10 years younger I would have eaten the whole rack no problem. Once in San Diego when I was a saucy young thang, I went out on a date with some guy. He was one of the first Asian guys that I went out with, and I didn't want to scare him. So when it came time to order, I demurely chose half a rack of ribs instead of a whole rack. The food came. He got a phone call. He answers (total no-no), and hangs up after 2 minutes. When he looked up, all that was in front of me was a basket of bones. I polished off those six tiny ribs faster than a pack of hyenas in a drought. Awkwardly, he suggested that I order another half rack. I shyly refused. Then he ordered another half a rack for me instead. And again, that was gone within minutes. So the moral of the story: just get the whole damn rack to start with. And if the dude can't handle it, he's not the one. Also, stay off the damn phone unless you're a doctor on call. My friend, ironically, was a doctor on call and dayum she looked good. I haven't seen her for ten years and back then she was all skinny. I see Texas has filled her out. She kept on pulling up the top of her dress. I was distracted and had difficulty focusing. Some dudes driving by saw us through the window and came in to kick it, and to pick up some food to look normal (see how we bring you business Off the Bone?). We stayed there for hours just catching up and saying inappropriate things in the glassy dining area. The guys behind the counter were all super friendly and accommodating. Just remember to order the half rack unless have an appetite like I used to. read more

Unlike the mesquite that most barbecue fine joynts use, this place used pecan wood, and the difference is palpable at the tongue and on the palate. The place is quite cozy. Not a great for large groups or for meeting friends I would say, although one comes here for the ribs and not the chatter. read more

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Awesome BBQ! The dry-rubbed Texas style is great, but coming from Kansas City and New Orleans, I love the "soul food" style BBQ even more. Please note that OTB sauces their meats and it's not a dry-rub. If you aren't familiar with the concept of moppin-sauce, then ask for 'sauce on side.' "OTB" is a unique place: there is no inside seating; no beer; and the guy who owns it - Dwight Harvey - rings up your order. It took me awhile to put my finger on the "atmosphere" but the place feels like you've been invited to a picnic. One of those big "Family Reunion" type picnics where everyone wears the same shirt with their family tree on the back. There is only outside dining on patio furniture and people have the coolers of BYOB beer. The clientelle was super-nice. I arrived solo and waited for my group. As I waited, a table of guys - a table of African American guys - asked me - a white dude - over and we shared beer and Q. Dallas is still very racially conscious, so such innocent hospitality is not very common but is needed. And as I've written before, I love places that have limited menus because it means they have faith in what they do. As such, OTB has four meats and four sides. If you want more, go somewhere else. I love it. We had the sausage, ribs and brisket. For sides we had honey BBQ beans, coleslaw with blue cheese, and potato salad. I will absolutely go back. And bring a cooler and sit there for an hour or so and let Dwight cook some BBQ for me. read more

After a somewhat disappointing experience at Off the Bone in Fort Worth it took me a while to try Off the Bone in Dallas. But make no mistake folks, even though these two establishments share the same name, they are NOT AT ALL related. And in case you're ever taken to one of these places tied up in the back of a trunk, you'll know if you're at the Dallas location because the ribs actually fall off the bone. I'm not sure where our Off the Bone brethren call home, but their BBQ roots seem to trace back to Kansas City rather than somewhere in the Lone Star State, which is mighty fine by me. What this means is that the meat is tender and moist with a faint hint of smoke and the sauce is thick, spicy and good enough to drink. It also means that they've actually paid attention to the sides (which are often overlooked in Texas BBQ) so make sure you hook up some baked beans and blue cheese coleslaw when you go. If that last paragraph didn't sell you, just smile real purdy like at owner Dwight Harvey and ask for a sample of their ribs (I've NEVER seen this done at any BBQ joint before, but it was a welcome surprise). You don't even need teeth to get the meat off these babies. Just hold the bone over your open mouth and let gravity do its thing. The only downside to Off the Bone has nothing to do with the food, but rather the fact that there's no indoor seating, which makes it a tough place to go during the summer. Also, the area is pretty ghetto. Even though I could see my car from where we ate I was still worried that I'd be missing a stereo when I returned. I'm excited to say that Dallas finally has a 5 star BBQ experience. Forget Sonny Bryan's, Mike Anderson's or Peggy Sue's, Off the Bone has come to save the day. read more

Let's talk the whole experience itself: It took about 30 minutes to order with only one couple in front of us. One of the cooks asked us if it was our first time there, and then offered us a rib sample. This led to him being scolded for speaking Spanish during his shift... in front of everyone there. STRIKE ONE. When we finally ordered, the main guy in charge asked me and my gf if we were sisters. I told him she was my girlfriend which led to his very inappropriate reaction, tasteless jokes, and the rest of the kitchen staff stopping to stare us down. One of them actually came around the counter to stand right next to me and stare right at me for a while. Super unprofessional and not to mention uncomfortable, awkward and rude. We had paid for our food already and decided to sit and eat. STRIKE TWO. I got my order, a baked potato loaded with 'everything', which to make matters worse, was cold and kinda hard. I let the cashier know as she came around to clean tables, (she was the only decent person there aside from the first cook who greeted us), and their solution was to microwave my food. Not much better after that. I will say that the ribs were good, but for good ribs, in Texas, I'd rather search for another place to spend my money where I won't be judged and made to feel like I'm on display when I'm out with my girlfriend. STRIKE THREE, and definitely NOT going back. read more

HOLY HEAVENS! Oh Giant Barbecue in the Sky! These ribs are made in a special place in heaven and brought down to Off the Bone for you to feast on. The service is...rough around the edges. the guy at the register is a little cranky and in need of a hug BUT IT DOESNT EVEN MATTER CAUSE THE FOOD ROCKS! I come from a land where BBQ overwhelmingly sucks so I have a tendency to approach BBQ expecting disappointment. I did not find that here! The ribs were juicy, fall of the bone good. The sauce is tangy enough to make a difference without overwhelming the taste of the meat. We ordered almost all of the sides and nothing disappointed. The french fries are super spicy and compliment the meal so well. That and the corn really stood out to me. The place is small and it is constantly packed. You will not be disappointed! read more

I didn't even know this place existed and I work 3 blocks away. I was walking to Chicken N Things for a 3-star lunch when I fired up the new Yelp 4.0 on my iPhone. It showed me there was a 4.5 star barbecue place just ahead. I was practically on top of it before realizing this nondescript white structure was a restaurant. There is no inside seating only a handful of outdoor tables and chairs. I ordered the lunch special rib plate without really reading the reviews here. The potato salad and baked beans were both quite good. I think it was about the best mustard potato salad I've had around here. The ribs looked to have been dry rubbed, but were served with a tangy sauce poured over them. I thought they were good, but they weren't the best in DFW, in my opinion. Just a few blocks east, the Baby Back Shak serves much more flavorful ribs. I'll definitely visit again, especially since it is so close to my office. The prices are about what I expected, service was fast and the staff were friendly. read more

I found Off the Bone on Yelp during a recent trip to Dallas. We rolled in for dinner at around 6:00 to an empty parking lot and empty restaurant. Bad sign. As soon as we got out of the car we could smell the wood smoke pouring from the wood fired pit and could see the stack of wood outside. Good sign. Although it was empty when we got there, it quickly filled up and there were plenty of people passing through to get take out. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the staff who were all very friendly and willing to describe everything they offered. The food came out quick and was delivered to our table with a smile. An overall fantastic service experience. We took a little while to look over the menu and make our decisions. We got the following: Loaded baked potato with smoked chicken, rack of pork ribs, beans, coleslaw, potato salad. Loaded Potato: A huge baked potato with all the usual toppings. Smoked chicken was tender and delicious. Large enough for two. Pork Ribs: Perfectly smoked, falling off the bone (duh), with just enough sauce on top for a nice sweet flavor. Delicious. Baked Beans with Bacon: Simple classic, can't really lose on this one. They did them well. Potato Salad: Good potato salad, but compared to the other things we got it was nothing special. Probably the only thing we got that I would pass on next time. Coleslaw: Not your typical recipe, this version includes bleu cheese and bacon. If you enjoy bleu cheese, this will be amazing for you as it was for us! Fair warning, not for bleu cheese haters. If I return to the Dallas area I will be returning here for sure! read more

God help me where do I start? This place has got to be the best bbq I have had in Dallas, hands down. The brisket, charro beans and Mac are to die for. This place will whoop your ass as far as the food goes! I don't think I need to tell you anymore so just get your indecisive ass in here and eat. I assure you that you will not regret! read more

Off the Bone Barbeque - Everything I devoured on this plate. Holy fk! - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

For years this place found on the industrial stretch of South Lamar has caught my eye. Not only because of the BBQ but because of it's home. Located in what appears to be an old gas station or possible corner store of an era gone by, you can't find too many nostalgic buildings still occupied (if Dallas hasn't torn them down yet). After deciding to begin work on South Dallas BBQ joints choosing Off the Bone wasn't a difficult decision at all. A heavy drift of pecan smoke flowed through the air and I had arrived right before others so the expectations were high. Off the Bone has been voted "Best in Dallas" so this added to the allure. Framed pictures inside note the famous who have entered this joint throughout the years of it's existence. Walking into the ordering counter you will notice employees to your right prepping food and tucked behind them a J&R smoker. After being inquisitive about the menu you may want to watch out on the pricing. I initially asked for my standard of a three meat plate with nothing more. This came to a whopping $20 plus dollars. How so? Well they were charging me sandwich meat prices and this would've been without sides. Ok let's back the word train up and start again. I asked about the sausage to see if this would be worth it and bingo...Hillshire Farms. Nope. Ok scratch that order and I'll take the two meat combo with ribs, lean brisket with bark and minimal fat (trying to watch my health now) and the Summer Cool Cole Slaw and Southern Potato Salad. I failed to make sure sauce was on the side. The plate was delivered and as you notice above they do serve sauce on it. Fortunately for me there was enough naked meat that I could make a substantial judgment on the brisket. The meat was outstanding. It was tender, moist enough with minimal fat, crust was perfect and the pecan smoked flavor sealed the deal. I quickly began scraping off the remaining sauce. The ribs met the same unfortunate fate with a sauce bath as well. I worked my way around it and found rather pleasant tasting ribs minus the pecan smoke flavoring. With hints of cayenne and pepper the rib meat came off with a slight tug and melted in my mouth. Both sides were among the best I've came across. On the fence of 3 and 4 stars I opted with 4. I'm beginning to realize that just because ribs don't have bark or the smokey flavor everyone thinks should exist doesn't mean they suck. Stanley's Famous has won best ribs in Texas before and they're just damn good ribs. You won't find a heavy smoke flavor to them or a sweet sticky crust. Off the Bone's ribs are done their way like it or not. The brisket rivaled Pecan Lodge on this day. I want to challenge Off the Bone. First, please look into local handmade sausage and ditch the Hillshire Farm. This could separate you from many others. You have the quality product needed which brings me to my second request. Serve the sauce on the side. Let the meat stand on it's own and there will be no dissatisfaction. read more

Alright, that is some excellent BBQ. When it comes to BBQ and Yelp, the fifth star is very hard to earn from me. You've got to be tasty, clean, professional and also have mastered a flavor which makes you stand out. Off The Bone has done that. My previous 5 Stars of Pecan Lodge and Franklin's BBQ in Austin should attest to that. The Brisket here was flavorful, had a nice bark and was moist even on the flat. The Pulled Pork was also really tasty. But the king of the day goes to the Ribs, superb flavor, moist and tasty. I had the three meat plate (Ribs, Brisket and Pulled Pork), and two sides were Mac & Cheese and Charro Beans. The Mac & Cheese was flavorful but somewhat mushy in the pasta department, and the Charro beans were very good. I never mark down BBQ places for sides because the best side for BBQ is more BBQ. Check this place out, get the ribs, you will leave happy. read more

Good stuff! Came here for lunch yesterday and walked into what looks like a converted gas station. No seating indoors and basically just a counter. The friendly staff asked us if we'd been here which we said no. We asked them what we should have and the cook/owner said "hold on" and came back with a rib each. and said "Try that and then you tell me what you wanna order." How cool is that??? The rib literally fell off the bone so we both ordered the 2 meat 2 veggie plate. I have the smoked chicken which gave the ribs a run for the money along with pot salad and beans which were both good but nothing spectacular. I think this place would have 5 instead of 4.5 stars if they got indoor seating and also served stuffed baked potatoes but regardless, I am definitely coming back! read more

The fam & I needed to find delicious BBQ that didn't accompany a 5+ hour wait like Pecan Lodge...........don't get me wrong, love the P.L., but yeah. We were exhausted from the aquarium and needed our grub ASAP. Totally recommend Off the Bone! Took roughly 10 minutes to get our food out which is impressive considering we came with a party 10+ people deep. We tried everything here- from ribs to chicken to sausage....even the peach cobbler (amazing). Great service too; you're in good company. read more

[munch] [yummy noises] mmmm mmmmmmm, er mmmm mm. I'm eating the BBQ shredded brisket right now. VERY good bbq -- the taste doesn't fade away in your mouth like it frequently does other places. It's a small little dive place with few tables outside in the front. The peeps behind the counter are uber-friendly and the food rocks -- thank you Sameer for the heads up! I would write more, but I'm staring at 3/4 plate of bbq I still need to inhale. read more

I visited this little spot with my husband (then-fiance) and my parents, when they came out to visit me when I first moved here last year. It is a little hole in the wall dive, but very clean! They even give you a rib as a sample to taste while you're waiting to order (which isn't a very long wait AT ALL), and it's delicious, which of course makes you want to order a LOT :) After we all ordered our meals (ribs, potato salad, coleslaw!), we found a spot to sit, and it didn't take long for the food to come out. As we were enjoying our meals, the owner came out and asked how our food was, and talked with us a bit about the business & how long they'd been there, etc. It was REALLY tasty food, not a single thing was done wrong. I would definitely bring people here -- but I am still working my way through all the BBQ spots in the DFW metro... so far though, they're on the "visit again" list! read more

Not bad at all but was a lil different than expected. Brisket was good and moist, but the sauce was sweeter than I usually like. The coleslaw was amazing! read more

At the risk of sounding like a total food snob, I would venture to say the BBQ scene in Dallas straight up sucks. If you are honest with yourself, you will realize it's true. Well folks, let it be known that Off the Bone is changing things up a bit. IT IS ACTUALLY GOOD BBQ!!! Probably the best in Dallas. read more

Seriously??? All of these these 4-star and 5-star Yelps must be tourist reviews, because they apparently have no clue what Texas BBQ is about. OTB BBQ is on the same level as Dickey's BBQ, and I've had better from Dickey's! Brisket was dry as a desert--a big red flag: they indicated that they only serve lean beef here and cut off all the fat before serving. This is a criminal omission, no true BBQ joint in Texas serves lean brisket only. There may have been slight smoke to it, but it took much gnawing to gulp this beef down. The much- vaunted ribs were slathered in a neutral sauce and needed coaxing to come off the ribs, hardly inspirational. The sausage, though slightly charred, is commercial grade, straight out of the grocery store freezer case--I'm guessing Eckrich. Bacon-topped coleslaw tasted like shredded cabbage salad tossed in blue cheese dressing--though my man did say his coleslaw tasted more like the real stuff--so points deducted for inconsistency. The mustard-based potato salad was halfway decent with nice chunks of egg. However, the only thing that I took notice of were the beans, prepared in a Southwestern style rather than straight-up BBQ style. One of the few times I had the throw away $30 worth of food--I just couldn't eat it. Oh, and btw this is Texas, people, a Dr Pepper state. No self-respecting BBQ joint forgets to serve DP. read more

Off the Bone Barbeque - Two meat waste-o-money: bland pork ribs and dry brisket with some unremarkable sides. - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Decent location (especially if you're leaving Brooklyn's, it's across the street), they stay open pretty late and the cute guy was flirting with my bestfriend and me, so what more could we ask for right?...better prices and side items! For the price I paid, I could've had almost three platters at Dave's BarBQ (Gannon). Platter 1: Ribs and 1/4 Chicken (white) with baked beans and potatoe salad. Platter 2:Ribs and Sausage links with pasta salad and baked beans. Pro: The ribs were falling off the bone and were very good! The homemade lemon pound cake was delicious too and soooo flavorful! Cons: The prices would be ok if the side items were more tasty. Considering this place prides themselves on serving "gourmet" barbq, i'm surprised that the potatoe salad and pasta salad at Walmart (Plano-on Park & Dallas Pkwy) is wayyyyyy better in taste and quality! Overall, it's a decent place to go, especially if you're seeking bbq late at night read more

Wow. Just wow. A group of coworkers and I came here after a work retreat. As we walked up, we could smell the smoke and spices from a block away. Holy smokes. So good. I'm so full I can't think clearly. They were VERY accommodating with my large group. One of our group wanted to watch a specific NCAA game, and they changed the channel for him and let us push a bunch of tables together. Great Service aside, the food was so amazing. Ribs falling of the bone. Sauce a perfect balance of tang and spice and sweet. The brisket so tender. And the baked beans were something else. And the fries are really good too. And don't forget the sweet tea! read more

SMACK. THAT. All on the floor. SMACK THAT. Give me some more. The ribs really are that good here. You can order everything else, pulled pork, sides, biscuits, and it's all delicious but they don't hold a bieber-sized candle to the ribs. At one point I gingerly picked one of these amazing ribs up, ready to inhale when all the bbq-drenched meat on the sides...fell off. It was so tender it slipped right off, back onto the plate, splattering smoky, vinegary BBQ sauce. It was so beautiful, so delicious. If you don't believe me just get in line and wait for the free sample of ribs they give out to their customers. read more

Being in Texas now, I don't think I've had a chance to really get to know the BBQ scene just yet. One hectic Friday afternoon I was just drained from work, and overloaded with stress.. As I thought what would make my perfectly at ease night with Netflix, a hearty BBQ meal came to mind! I ordered the two meat combo, which included the chopped brisket and ribs. The two sides I decided on were the honey spiced baked beans and potato salad. I also had a side of their fried corn as it was their specialty. Ribs: Amazing! Fall off the bone good! No wonder the name of this restaurant is Off the Bone.. because these ribs are delish! Get it! Brisket: Don't know if it's because they gave me chopped but it just wasn't impressive. It was pretty dry and not that flavorful that I didn't even end up eating it. Instead I used it the next day to incorporate in a scramble... :/ Honey spiced beans: I know they say this is one of the top rated things.. but to me it just tasted like standard bbq beans with a little tang.. Good but nothing special Potato salad: I'm biased, I don't love potato salad.. but it was perfectly seasoned and not too much excessive mayo Fried corn: Definitely the show stopper here! Oh man! This isn't battered then fried, it's just simply fried to the point where when you bite on the cob, the kernels just pop off! It's slathered with butter, some spicy seasoning and served with a lime wedge! Don't forget to use that lime, because it just takes it to the next level! All this for about $17 bucks.. Was it awesome..? Well, it was just okay. The ribs and the fried corn will definitely have me coming back. But the rest I will be on a quest to find better somewhere in Dallas! read more

BFF and I finally made it to OTB, after months of talking about it. My many Yelper friends did not let us down; it was simply just awesome! Love the enclosed dining area; can't imagine sitting outside on a 99 degree June day, KUDOS to the OTB folks who made the great decision to offer a/c seating. We were the first there on a Saturday morning. Wow, such friendly, welcoming service. Didn't even get any funny stares when we obviously over ordered for just two of us. We had taken our small cooler of Heinken and Miller Light, and was surprised to see that they now have their liquor license, with a large stocked fridge of several different brews. Okay, take cooler back to the car, and help ourselves to one from their supply. ICE COLD and a great compliment to the meal. FOOD, the important stuff: Brisket - 1/2 lb - probably the best ever gorged upon, and our fave of the meal. That beautiful pink ring along the side; perfectly smoked, moist and so tender that taking a bite with the plastic fork was challenging. It just fell apart. Literally melted in the mouth. 5 fat stars! Ribs - 1/2 rack;- yes, as the name states, fall off the bone tender. I loved these bones, more so than BFF. He thought they were good, but preferred the brisket. Drizzled some of the yummy BBQ sauce and ahhh, could have drank from the bottle. Just sweet enough, with the hint of vinegar. 4 stars for this gem! Baked Beans - our favorite of the sides. Thick, sweet, onion-y, just delcious. Could have had more of those 4 stars legumes. Tri-Colored Pasta - Really liked this; pasta perfectly cooked, with red and yellow bits of peppers and a nice light dressing. Quite good. 3.5 stars. Cole Slaw - the only fail to the meal. Neither of us liked this side, found it a little bland and tasteless, even with the blue cheese bits included. Meh.....1 star. As you may have gathered by now, we had lots of leftovers to take with us; enough to divvy up for another meal for two. Dwight was out in the dining area several times when we were there; nice affable sort of guy, not too talkative, but asked how our meal was. Counter service was most accommodating and cheerful. Can't wait to go back; drooling as I write for some more of this great BBQ! read more