The first time I stopped at Ohl's for Bar-B-Q, I ordered sliced brisket. It was really like leather; tough and overly lean for my TMJ. So I put the brisket in a chopper made chopped beef sandwiches. I talked to my brother about the meat and he told me "the next time order brisket from the "moist" end." The second time, I stopped at Ohl's I ordered from the moist end and the chewability was a little better (20.00 a pound). The meat had a nice smokey charcoal grill flavor, not like some bbq'ers who boil the meat first and then put t on the grill. I like the sausage (8.00 a link). I use it in my sea food gumbo. Oh, when opening the door to Ohl's, make sure you look down and watch your step. You could trip and fall. read more

I came by for the first time on a trip through Needville recently. I ordered ribs and sliced beef - as well as some beef and some chicken jerky. I had high hopes after the reviews here! The ribs were good! But the sliced beef was too lean and leathery. Not really tender at all. I wish I had gotten chopped beef and asked for the less lean part. The beef jerky tasted ok, but was too salty and very tough. The chicken was also salty, but a nice texture. I was really hoping for better... Btw - I almost never give less than a 4-5 star review. read more

A quaint little place. I would definitely recommend stopping if you happen to come to this side of Texas. We ordered the baked potato plate with sausage and the sliced beef sandwich. Both were equally delicious. The baked potato plate served up a hefty portion of all ingredients- definitely no skimping. The sandwich was really good, and I enjoyed the BBQ sauce. It's a pretty good little spot, great for picking up orders and taking out for a picnic or supper. read more

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Yes everyone should try this beef jerky! They have Bbq sandwiches and other menu items as well!

Great beef jerky in the sleepy farming town of Needville, TX. Worth the trip for a treat in the country...

Walking in the door is like stepping back in time. Several people picking up bbq but I'm only on the quest to find the best jerky in Texas. This place might be the holy land of Smokey goodness. Jerky delicious tender Smokey bites. Picked up summer sausage regular and jalapeño and cheese , so glad I did . Reasonable prices for artisanal treats . Will be back read more

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Ohl Style beef jerky is a must when I go to Needville. Hands they have the best beef jerky in Texas. We always get the spicy beef jerky and it's always been consistently awesome. They do have bbq plates and hear the bbq is really good but we have never tried it. read more

About 5 minutes from I69. Straight shot down a country road with a 90mph speed limit (posted 65mph) until flashing red light in town, take left park anywhere. Small shack looking place next door to a morgue. When I walked in I was asked "Can I help you?" After looking around I said "It depends, do you have food?" They do. (It does not look like it) I was then told "shut the door, I have the AC on." So remember to do that, unless you were brought up in a barn, like me. Ordered the baked potato with everything on it and though I did not ask for it, I believe I also got ALL the sour cream . (See picture ) I asked if he had seats ? (I figured out back) He said you can eat there (pointed to a small table with 3 small chairs and a bunch of stuff on it) I told him" I will take it to go." Got the potatoe, drink, 2 small bags of jerky and went back to the truck to eat. When I got in I think I broke a spring in my seat, the potato is that heavy! I finished it, but I was stuffed. I would recommend this place as they have other bbq menu items, but count on eating elsewhere. Are there better BBQ places? I would think so, but given this location it is worth a try. Didn't taste the jerky yet. read more

Ohl Style Beef Jerky - Barbeque Near Me - Needville, Texas

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Worst service that I have ever had!!!! The person who worked the counter acted like I was nothing but a big distraction. I came in at a little past 5pm to order a sandwich. There was no one in front of me and no one behind me. When I ordered I must have been speaking some foreign language. Because he could not understand that i wanted sliced brisket chopped up. Not the chopped crap that has been sitting God knows how long. Freshly chopped is not asking for to much. read more

This tiny place is a little off the beaten path but SO worth it every time! The bbq plates or sandwiches are always fresh, juicy, and delicious. Our family stocks up on the jerky so we always have some on hand. You've got to try this! read more

Super good! Take out only. We had barbecue, the hot beef jerky, and the jalapeños cheddar summer sausage. Everything was yummy and the portion is more than enough! All of this is homemade and the service was nice. I'll definitely go again if I can! read more

By far best beef jerky ever in the world. I order online by the pound yes it is salty and have a lease smokey but now I won't eat any other kind of beef jerky. Nothing comes close to this slightly morning stud exploding what flavor protein packed fresh vacuum sealed treat!!! And this is coming from a beef jerky connoisseur. I always stop anytime I see a smokehouse when I'm traveling and try the beef jerky, and we have a lot of them here in texas!! read more

Holy moly roly poly is this place GOOD...what's going on in Needville? I've never had a bad meal here...wife and I tried this place during the citywide garage sale this past weekend and we're blown away by the sandwiches (me: pulled pork; her: chopped beef)...asked for a sample of the jalapeño cheddar summer sausage, ended up buying a half link (and it only lasted a day, heh heh)...best summer sausage I've EVER had... ...I sure am glad my food encounters are usually good ones, I have been pretty darn blessed tha,.t way...I will DEFINITELY be coming back here again when I am back in Needville... Okay, I get it now, they call it NEEDville because you need to check out their semi-annual citywide garage sales, and their excellent culinary fare... read more

This is the best jerky ever. I always come here Everytime im around. If you like mild jerky, they have mild jerky, and if you want hot jerky, they have that too. Overall, this is the best place to get any meats in town. read more

Driving through Texas from San Antonio, we asked the lady at the gas station down the street where to go for BBQ. She recommended Ohl Style Beef Jerky, specifically the loaded baked potato with chopped BBQ beef. She's right! It's AMAZING (and only $7?!). Excellent service, and if you're into meat- the brisket and jerky are awesome as well. read more

Only had their beef jerky, but it's great. I've gone there to get jerky for every dude on my Christmas list. It's rare to find pecan-smoked jerky. read more

I'm so glad I trusted the reviews! The loaded baked potato is amazing. It was $8, and I would gladly pay $10-12 for it. It was so good, I bought some jerky to try later....too full to try it now. read more

Best jerky around hands down. Great bbq meats and sandwiches too. This place may look old and run down but the taste and quality is above the rest! read more

Excellent beef jerky; natural wood smoked. A bit salty but then all jerky is pretty salty. Definitely give it a try if you're in this neck of the woods...it's not dry and tough like some beef jerky, but very moist and flavorful. read more

Love their hot beef jerkey! Perfect in everyway! Got a loaded baked potato from there too. Excellent. Had it with brisket on top along with all the other fixings. Taked plenty good. The store front may look old, but its definately worth a shot! Friendly people too. read more

Love the bbq baked potato!!! Its great and worth the wait. The jerky is also excellent.

They sell sliced and chopped beef sandwiches and BBQ by the pound. For an old style, one man (normally a woman) shop, I expected better. However, this is better BBQ beef than found most other places. The pricing is about what you would pay in Houston. read more

If you enjoy pecan wood smoked home-style Beef Jerky, then this is the place for you! World famous Ohl Style Beef Jerky is located in the heart of the country, in downtown Needville, TX. Stop by, get a free sample and meet the friendly folks here at Ohl Style Beef Jerky. Forget the big beef jerky chains, this comfortable, at home shop in Needville is the place to calm your savory beef jerky needs! People come from all over Texas to try this moist, tastey, smoked just right beef jerky, and you should too! read more