Had a late lunch service and was impressed with how quickly the meal was ready. Loved the cafeteria style seating and kitchen. Kinda made me feel like I was outside but actually inside with air conditioning. Had the brisket and turkey meal with Mac and Cheese and a side of greens. Everything had so much flavor. I loved every bite. It seems like quite a bit of food for the price. I couldn't finish it all. The meat was perfectly cooked, great rind and juicy. Loved the smoked turkey actually, more than that brisket. Loved the greens! So good. Mac and cheese was average, but I'd definitely eat it again. read more

Pecan Lodge - Brisket, Turkey, Greens and Mac n Cheese. - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I thought this place was just ok. The hype was a bit much for me. I was not blown away. Me and my family came in last week and it was dead quiet. No one came to help us for a while. We ordered two sets of wings: Buffalo and Dry Rub spicy BBQ. The wings were big in size but honestly, they were overly seasoned. It was too salty, too peppery, and just too bold. I ordered a brisket taco plate which came with two tacos. The brisket was dry and not flavorful. These tacos were dry and definitely needed the green salsa Verde that it came with. This bbq place isn't for me, but I understand there is a cult following for this place. read more

Pecan Lodge - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Is there a time limit on when we can post the review after the visit? Well, needlessly to say, this one took minimum of 10 years. I knew I had one of the best Texas BBQ while visiting Dalllas but couldn't recall the exact name It was so famous, we even ran into friend from CO while eating there. Here are the photos and prices. Definitely will be going back. read more

I was mesmerized with the food to even take pics of the venue. It's a spacious area wit lots of places to seat. The outdoor was smaller but nice, dirt mostly. The singer was a nice touch to dinner. Now let's get to the food. Fried chicken was perfection, I ate the entire thing. No regrets... the Mac n cheese was cheesy gooey good. Their potato salad was not my cup of tea... not bad just not for me. They do a special take on hominy... it was intriguing so I had to try. It tasted like nacho but with hominy and less cheesiness. Not like anything I've had before. If you're adventurous, give it try and let me know. The spot is in the corner of an poppin area. Eat there and go have a drink after read more

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Great time, Top 3 DFW BBQ and its not 3. It is located in Deep Ellum, consider that when planning parking. Great Brisket (Juicy) and Burnt Ends. I brought rice myself (Asian roots showing) to complement the meat. The mac and cheese is phenomenal, tame cheese profile and the bacon was not overpowering. Happy Hour 3-6 Will come again. read more

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This is an easy 5. I can't get this in California. I can't make it any better. Actually, I don't do smoked wings very well, so Pecan Lodge has me beat. The wings were as good as can be. Subtle & distinct rub. Very crisp but juicy. Nice smoke. 4 excellent sauces if you want them. The Dino beef rib was perfect. Salt & pepper infused. Moist with right texture, not fall off the bone, some gentle pull, but bendy...which is the best way in my opinion . Likewise for the brisket! The sides were perfect, the crisp slaw was tangy & not drowning in sauce. The potato salad was infused with scallions. Also right amount of dressing. Well seasoned. The biggest compliment: you really need no sauces for the meat. Thats what great BBQ should be. Maybe small dabs intermittently. Mind you, the sauces are awesome, but I preferred vinegar for beef & blue cheese for wings. Again: sparingly, letting the meat shine. If I have to critique a 5 star: maybe have a heat lamp. Because even the best brisket can get dry if you linger. Out of 4 big pieces, half a piece got a bit dry, but the rest stayed succulent. Ha ha. Nice staff. Nice guests during the football World Cup. You order & get from counter. $135 for 1.5 lbs beef ribs, 0.5lbs brisket, 12 wings, pint slaw, pint potato salad, & soft drink. My son & me splurged, very happy happy. read more

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So when you look up best bbq. This comes up. We love Terry Blacks. We are not Texas natives. But the reviews did not disappoint!!! Beef ribs were sold out. We got pork ribs brisket, jalapeño sausage. Meat was fall off the bone. I mean so tender it falls apart on touch. Use your fingers to grab because it's slippery. You don't need sauce!! Collards ----- wow Okra good but I'm biased-- my mom makes fierce okra Bartender Emily amazing!! Blackberry mango margarita was on point read more

Pecan Lodge - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

True Texas BBQ! We were lucky to get in before the line grew outside the door. They were super fast and we got our food super quick. Be ready to order when you get to the register! Drinks were great here too. Our favorite was the giant beef rib. It was so tender and flavorful. We could barely finish everything! All the sides were great too. Would definitely go back. read more

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Things change. People change. Tables turn. Bridges burn. Ya live & ya learned: I learned this is my fav Q spot in DFW area. I love Q, i grew up cooking on charcoal Websters, & old wood smokers filled with oak food off the coast & in the riparian hills of the Pacific. Chicken, tri tip, etc.. But THIS. IMO. PECAN LODGE IS THEE DEFINITION OF TEXAS Q. All the meat was not too rich, hardy, moist, fall apart, smoke rings & surprisingly i was astounded by the pork rib quality the most. Surprisingly not as salty as i thought especially since ima salty person. Lol Enjoy! read more

Pecan Lodge - Burnt Ends, Collar Greens, Dino Rib, Pork Rib, Fried Okra - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I've been to Pecan Lodge multiple times, and it's definitely one of the most famous BBQ spots in Dallas. Deep Ellum is also a fun area to explore, so it makes for a nice stop if you're visiting. I really enjoy their brisket and ribs, and the sides are pretty decent as well. It's not the cheapest BBQ, and I do wish the portions were a little more generous, but the flavor is solid. If you're visiting, I'd recommend showing up early. Like many famous BBQ places, the popular items can sell out pretty quickly. Parking tip: try using the parking lot under I-45 nearby. read more

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Yes it's good BBQ but there are higher standards in Texas and this doesn't blow you away in the same way some of the greats in this State do. I came on a Tuesday night and it was pretty empty. I was alone so I got just the brisket, the jalapeno cheddar sausage, the jalapeno hominy, collard greens, and the banana pudding. The brisket was fine. Some bites were tender, juicy, nice salty balance, and other bites were dry and lacked flavor. Overall inconsistent. The sausage was pretty good as the cheese wasn't overly rich and had a nice spice to it. The collard greens were a little on the sweet side which I didn't love. The jalapeno hominy were delicious as the slight cheddar flavor with a little heat was a pleasant contrast for something that can be pretty bland by itself. The banana pudding was delicious. Not overly sweet, creamy and rich but not so heavy after a heavy main course. I like the vibe but it's fun when a BBQ place carves the slices in front of you. The service is fine. It overall looks like a fun place to go and given how they have live music, etc. it's clear that's what they're going for. But I prefer a place that's focused on its craft over vibe. read more

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You walk in and order at the front. All drinks are picked up at the bar and food comes pretty fast to the window. Seating is open and they have tables outside. Hand crated cherry limeade was good, more cheery than lime, but good! Pork sandwich and Mac-n-cheese was so good with bacon on Top! The only downside, they only have spicy bbq sauce. Sandwich did t need it, but would have been nice. Food was delicious and staff were friendly! Lots of tvs to watch games around d the whole place. read more

Pecan Lodge - Hand crafted Cherry Limeade - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Honestly there's a running competition between Pecan Lodge & Terry blacks they are both top tier, just good ol' Texas bbq :)

This place definitely has a good reputation, but my experience ended up being pretty middle of the road. The interior is extremely casual (almost "busted" in a sense). It feels like it's trying to lean into a rustic barbecue aesthetic, but it ends up coming across more cheap and old than intentionally charming. It's not quite the atmosphere I expected given how popular the place is. The food was a mixed bag. The burnt ends were okay, but honestly nothing special. They were fine, just not the standout I was expecting. The pork sausage was actually pretty good flavor-wise, but the casing was really tough. I had to bite down pretty hard to get through it, which was not the most pleasant experience. The mac and cheese had a tiny bit of spice to it, which I liked, but the texture was more mealy than creamy. For dessert I had the peach cobbler. It was decent, but leaned a little too granola heavy for my taste and did not quite bake together the way I expected. I was hoping for something more cohesive and gooey. Overall, it wasn't a terrible meal, but it also wasn't good... This place didn't live up to the hype at all. read more

Pecan Lodge - Mac and cheese, pork sausage, peach cobbler, burnet ends in the middle. - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Fantastic BBQ place and great service. Come here before the lines get long. Arrived at 10:30 on a Friday so not bad for the lines. Family oriented and great time to spend with friends. There's TVs to watch the games. read more

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Good classic BBQ. Would go again but was surprised that the reviews are as high as they are. Did not think it stuck out much compared to other BBQ places I've been Good if you just want classic BBQ. Staff was very nice and atmosphere was good. read more

Pecan Lodge - Sausage, Mac and cheese, turkey, brisket - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This is a casual place to get great bbq! The line took a little while but was well worth the wait. Everything was so tasty. We ordered a little bit of everything and nothing disappointed. read more

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Pecan Lodge is an outstanding Dallas barbecue institution, with phenomenal brisket, ribs, and all the smoky, deeply flavorful character you want from great Texas barbecue. Casual, lively, and unmistakably Texan, it's a memorable meal and absolutely worth the visit. read more

We were a little disappointed based on how highly this place was rated. Our beef sandwiches were extremely fatty. The highlight was the peach cobbler. People around us ordered the ribs. They looked good . read more

Pecan Lodge is one of the best barbecue spots in the Dallas Fort Worth area. It's always crowded, but the team is very efficient in the way that they serve customers. The food is good and the price is well. They are a little steep, but what isn't expensive these days ? I just wish they had more options as far as the sides. Like more greenery and maybe some barbecue/ smoked seafood read more

Brisket doesn't melt in your mouth smoked a little to much asked for extra bark and the brisket legit has the texture of bark from a actual tree felt like I was about to break a tooth hard enough to probably stab some one read more

Pecan Lodge - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Really enjoyed the food . Meats were cooked so well. Brisket was my fav. Mac n cheese and potato salad was really good . Collards were sweet I did not care for them. read more

Pecan Lodge - Pork ribs , collards and Mac n cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Ordered take out and wow - it lives up to the hype. The turkey was thickly sliced. The sausage was a full piece and the pork rib was large. All were tasty and all did not taste the same- sometimes you get a three meat platter and all the meat has the same sauce on it that was not the case here each meat at its own individual flavor. The other thing I liked about the food here is that the smoke taste is not overwhelming. I have had barbecue from many places across Texas and sometimes I can't eat it because the smoke smell is so strong that I am totally turned off and don't want to eat the food. Here. It was so so mild. it was perfect. read more

Pecan Lodge - THREE MEAT PLATE - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Pecan lodge is really one of the best bbq places in Dallas. If you're not sure what to get here and want a little bit of everything, I would recommend getting the trough (if you have enough people). To that one guy in the reviews who said that "the trough" will require at least 4 grown men, he was correct. I think this is a good amount for 4 men (without feeling absolutely disgusted from all this fatty deliciousness). The trough comes with 1 pound of brisket (5ish), 1 pound of beef ribs, 1 pound of pork ribs (5ish), 1/2 pound of pulled pork, 2 hand made sausage links, and 2 sides along with raw onions and pickles. The brisket is so good. Melt in your mouth. Make sure you get to try some of the leaner and fatty portions of it. The beef ribs are also perfect. It was Smokey, fatty, and fall off the bone just by touching it. I also very much enjoyed the sausages. The jalapeño cheddar and the maverick sausage (hatch chilis, cilantro, and queso Oxana, amazing) were so good. The Mac and cheese and collared greens were very good. Did not get the try the other sides. The bbq sauce was also very tangy and the brisket sauce? (I think?) is also a little acidic and a perfect pairing. There is an indoors eating area (AC blasting), but also an outside area with benches. The service is great and fast read more

One of our favorite classic Texas BBQ joints to visit while in Dallas. Lines are sometimes very long during weekend lunch hours, but it is worth the wait. The meats are always very tasty and delicious, and our favorites are usually the burnt ends, brisket, jalapeno sausage, and pork ribs, and they go well with their house spicy BBQ sauce. Their sides are also yummy, especially the fried okra, pinto beans, and collard greens. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and we can usually find street parking or lot parking nearby. read more

I would like to mention that this is the saltiest BBQ that I have ever had. If you are sensitive to salt, everything has a lot of salt. If you love it, you will love this BBQ. I want to say that everything is fresh and hot just the amount of salt is the style in my honest opinion. I like the outdoor seating with the picnic tables and its nice to sit outside when its not too hot. The inside is nice and cool to enjoy a sweet tea (not too sweet). I have tried the smoked turkey, burnt ends, pulled pork, smokehouse nachos, mac and cheese, west texas pinto beans, collard greens and potato salad during a few times visiting the area. The collard greens are definitely a go to here in terms of favorite sides. read more

We heard about the famous Pecan Lodge. It was our 3rd BBQ stop during our time in Dallas. We came during lunch and it wasn't busy. We ordered beef rib, and their 3 meats combo with 1 side. The 3 meats we got were pork ribs, brisket, and turkey. I wish they would give 2 pork ribs and less turkey. There were like 4 slices of turkey and 1 pork rib. The turkey was good and so was the pork rib. The brisket was pretty dry. It was thick but dry. Their beef rib was good, more meat than others and not too much fat, however lacked some flavor. They don't give you complimentary bread, like other places. We initially got their crisscross fries and they were god awful. It was too fried to the point that it was hollow inside, we returned it but didn't expect anything else. But one of the pit masters came out to apologize and offered to replace with another side, we accepted and got their Mac and cheese which turned out to be the best Mac n cheese! Over all, compared to the other 2 places we tried, we thought pecan lodge was in 3rd mostly due to the flavors not being as strong as the other 2 we went to (Cattleack and Heims). Still good to try though! Would still recommend this on the bbq tour. read more

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Can't lie... Terry Black's over Pecan Lodge. I was in town for work and came here with a bunch of coworkers. We ordered a wide range of BBQ items, all of which were solid, but not exactly out of this world. The vines were very solid and the food matched the ambiance. You order at the counter and pick up your food once it's ready, so the vibes wre fairly casual. If this place was up north, I'd be drooling over it, but for Dallas, my expectations were a little bit higher. Once again, ruined by Terry Black's... read more

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For everyone who hates waiting in lines: I went around 2pm on a Friday and was pleasantly surprised to find that there were a lot of available seats and only four people in line ahead of me! Tables were clean and loved that a staff member was on the floor to answer any questions. I got the three meat combo, so: the jalapeno and cheddar sausage was so flavorful and the collard greens were incredible. Hands down my favorite thing on my plate. Burnt ends and brisket were tender and juicy, but I think I prefer a less smoky flavor. read more

Pecan Lodge - Menu as of June 5, 2026 - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This was the first bbq place I ever came to in Dallas, and I have to come here every time. I don't even eat meat, but the vegetarian sides are plenty and delicious!!! Banana cream pudding is a must! You might think you're too full, but you will somehow make room. There will be a line but it moves quick and food is ready fast. The inside is cute and rustic with all of their awards and featured articles on the wall! Plenty of seating! read more

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I haven't been here in a while but was in the area so had to stop and get a to go meal. It's as delicious as i remember. The turkey was juicy and melt in your mouth the waffle fries had a brisket dusting they put on it which was perfect and the wings were smoked to perfection. Service was quick and efficient as well and even though there were many others there, that's normal, i got my food quickly. read more

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Normally predictable, but the pulled pork sandwich today had 50% over cooked parts that were not edible. Cooks need to cut from a fresh piece of pork and feed these scraps to their dogs. read more

Stopped by for some bbq on our way back from the state fair. There is a parking lot next to the restaurant that is paid parking, but can be validated inside the restaurant. We did street parking because we didn't know and that was free before 6 PM anyways. Short walk. BBQ was decent! Sauce is not what we are use to. It was a dark type BBQ sauce. We are from Austin so we are spoiled with good BBQ options. Vibe was really nice with outdoor music and live music. Service was quick. Not really a line on a Sunday morning. read more

Pecan Lodge - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Good sides. Okay meat. Food came out really fast which was impressive. My favorite cut of meat was the beef rib. Brisket was kind of dry and the sausages had good flavor but also a little dry. Sides definitely made the meal. The baked beans were my favorite out of every side we ordered. Plenty of seating and AC was blasting read more

Pecan Lodge - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Pecan Lodge is one of my top three BBQ spots in DFW. The price and location can't be beat. The food is fantastic, and the customer service is excellent, with staff who are friendly and attentive. Overall, a great experience and definitely worth visiting. read more

Pecan Lodge - MAC 'N CHEESE - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Still a five. Hutchins bbq is better j must say, but still à five. Tried something different today. The burnt end waffle fries $14. I highly recommend. They were absolutely delicious. They come with some homemade queso sauce and it was amazing. Great place and area. Still top 3 in my book. read more

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Best barbecue I've ever had!! Was in Dallas for two weeks. Been eating out every day at various restaurants including Terry Blacks. Cane here on my last day in Dallas and this place is by far the best food I had in Dallas. Super glad I didn't skip Pecan Lodge. I came here when it opened at 11am on a Friday. Seems like it's free parking at the meters,except at night. Love the wooden interiors. I ordered the 3 meats + 1 side ($26). I got the brisket, ribs, sausage, and mashed potato. The portion is really good and it's super tasty. Probably cost me double at Terry Black down the street. Best tasting meat I had in Texas! If I'm back in Texas, I'll be coming back here. Also going to recommend my coworker to eat here!! read more

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I ordered food to go, so I can't really speak on the service, but they did have everything ready when I got there. Parking is an issue because it's downtown, but that's not their fault. The brisket was tender and flavorful and the beans & potato salad were very good. Don't sleep on the spicy BBQ sauce-it was worth the extra charge! read more

Pecan Lodge - Brisket - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Very pricy side of fat. 40% of brisket is fat. Not saying brisket is supposed lean but this is ridiculous!! All pieces had at least this amount and f fat read more

Pecan Lodge - Very fatty meat.....every piece was like this...gross - Sandwiches Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Get the beef ribs! Delicious with plenty of meat. Pork ribs and turkey were good too. Brisket was a little dry. Also crisscross fries were meh. Skip that and get Mac and cheese instead. Bomb beef ribs Get a beer Pickles & onions read more

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