Great Bbq, but get ready for the long lines. The brisket is fantastic. Cccc

Ordered brisket, pork ribs, pulled pork, the spiciest sausage they had, For the sides, ordered the Mac & cheese, grant's potatoes salad, duck & sausage jambalaya. They ran out of beef ribs by the time we went for dinner. My favorite meats were either the pork ribs or brisket. The meats were a perfect texture and taste and not too drug. My favorite side was the jambalaya. For dessert, ordered Aunt Ruby's blueberry cobbler. The top crust is crunchy. This is one of the best bbq places I've been so. There's a line when we went at 6:30pm so go early if you want the beef brisket. Bread was included. Ambiance: it's similar to the other bbq places in Texas, where it's kind of a cafeteria line and you pay by the pound at the end. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Omg this place was so good! It was packed at 8pm! The line was outside! Under the trees! People were scared cause the birds were popping on people. They should add some covered area where the line is from the birds & weather. So glad we got in for waiting like 20/30 mins in line. They ran out of the jalapeño cheese sausage. We got a pint of Mac and cheese, so good! Got the rice it was okay, also got the potato salad, it was good. Got the old school sausage and it was spicy. Also the ribs were fantastic. The pulled pork and brisket was yummy too! Everything was amazing! Also love that you can order by the slice! Every place should do that! read more

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IMMACULATE. My grandma and sister picked up my girlfriend and I from the airport and pulled up here right after on 4th July weekend. We arrived around 5pm on a Thursday and got in queue which was out the door and wrapping around the front porch. Their host/doorman was kind, he offered the line water on many occasions and made pleasantries with almost all guests as the line moved. It was a hot day so those waters were clutch. By the time we made it to the front of order line maybe 40 minutes had passed. But ladies and gents the wait is worth it. When we plated our trays on the table my family all had heart eyes, and had equally loved our first bites. Their brisket is extremely tender. It's beautifully sliced and made for an amazing welcome back to the South taste for me. I was in heaven. I particularly enjoyed having the fresh pickled red onion for fresh, zesty cuts through the abundance of other saltier elements on the plate. Their menu is slammin! Their sides, and sausages all had crafty ingredients. I enjoyed their spicy link options and their macaroni was delightful. Their BBQ sauce was a nice 4/5 but certainly did the job. As a native Texan who's had their fair share, this was easily some of the best barbecue I've ever had. Top 5 top 5 top 5. I'm of course coming back and looking forward for more banana cream pudding especially. They were small, slightly sweet, and had great balance with the vanilla wafer ratio. That whip cream on top too had me hooked. I couldn't have asked for a better welcome back meal for the bold Texas cuisine, hospitality, and novelty animal and cowboy decor. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Taxidermy - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Second time here but this time I was excited to be able to bring two more f my older kids. Sad to say the visit kind of had the Wally World effect. We went there about an hour before closing and the line was still out the door. We got to the door and they notified us they were out of sliced brisket...and saw that they already had most of menu already crossed out. We had the chopped brisket and pork ribs. Both solid but if I had to do it all over again I wouldn't glaze it. Lost a little bit of its Texas as it sweetened the ribs. Mac and cheese had a prominent Rosemary-ish aftertaste. Previous experience was still great. I had sliced brisket, ribs, and jalapeño sausage. One thing always consistent is their customer service. No matter what, they are always friendly, welcoming and engaging. Cheers to that. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - "All that's left" platter. - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Completely blow away! Amazing Texas BBQ. When we arrive there was a line going to the end of the street, don't let that discourage you. The line goes quickly, and there is plenty of seating. Restaurant is clean and staff is friendly. Definitely will be returning! read more

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My family and I recently visited Pinkerton's Barbecue, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The employees were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Great customer service like that really makes a difference. The food was absolutely delicious. The jalapeño cheddar sausage was a 10/10--full of flavor with a nice spicy kick that wasn't overwhelming. The regular sausage was also a 10/10 and just as impressive. The brisket was juicy, tender, and loaded with flavor in every bite. For sides, we tried the macaroni and cheese with bacon, and it was phenomenal. Rich, creamy, and easily one of the best sides I've had. The jalapeño rice was something I've never had before, and it was surprisingly unique and incredibly good. Overall, Pinkerton's Barbecue delivered amazing food and exceptional service. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for great barbecue. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Macaroni and cheese with bacon Jalapeño rice Brisket Jalapeño cheddar sausage Regular sausage - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Ribs and briskets are amazing! Sides are good. We got Mac and cheese, jalapeño rice, coleslaw and beans. The jalapeño rice looked like mashed bread other than rice. Service is friendly and courteous. They patiently waited for your order, that's probably why the line was moving so slowly. We waited about 1 hour before we got to the front line. Bread is complimentary, you can ask for 1, 2, 3, or whatever is reasonable to you. There is always seats since it took so long to get your food so most likely people are done eating. The busboys were attentive, the moment someone left the table, they cleaned and wipe them. The area seems very clean. You can find parking on W Travis, and Pinkerton will validate for 1 hour. read more

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I'm a backyard BBQ guy. I know what to look for and what goes into making great brisket and ribs. Pinkerton's BBQ is the real deal. First of all-- they have a parking lot down the street with a gate which they provide free parking. Otherwise parking can be pretty pricey around the area. If you get there before 4:30 like we did, you can avoid the lines. It's cafeteria style where you order first and get the food at the end when you pay. I ordered 1/4lbs each of brisket, ribs and pulled pork. While I still believe that mine are close or slightly better, I can truly say you won't be disappointed with this Texas BBQ. There was a group of 8 of us and we were able to get a nice picnic table for ourselves. The sides were as good as the BBQ. My brisket, ribs, pulled pork, beans and a beer were all I needed. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Brisket, ribs and pulled pork - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This restaurant is divine!! The best ribs and jalapeño cheese rice I've ever tasted! My only complaint is that there isn't a closer location to me! read more

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Great place to come and try the variety of BBQ that Texas offers. They are always very busy, so be patient and enjoy the area. The brisket was excellent and the classic ribs were very good. Try the deserts and the iced tea. The service is very good; don't be shy of asking for what you need. The team is very kind. Consider this location if you're hanging out in San Antonio. You'll not regret it. read more

Coming from a girl from Los Angeles, this is honestly my favorite barbecue spot I've been to so far! I haven't tried a ton of BBQ places yet, but this one completely impressed me. The pork ribs were so flavorful and tender, and the brisket was absolutely delicious ; definitely the stars of the meal for me. Everything tasted fresh, smoky, and cooked perfectly. The service was amazing too. The staff were incredibly nice, welcoming, and super helpful with recommendations, which made the whole experience even better. You can really tell they care about the food and the customers. Just a little heads up for anyone visiting: if you want to try their most popular items, definitely come earlier! We got there around 7 PM and they were already sold out of quite a few things, which honestly says a lot about how popular this place is. Even with some items gone, the food we did get was amazing and totally worth it. I'd 100% come back next time I'm in town! read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

A MUST have if you're in San Antonio. 1 of the best BBQ meats I've ever had - right up there along with Phil's BBQ at San Diego. Yes, Pinkerton's is THAT good! (IYKYK) Best BBQ in Texas is what I've heard and that's precisely what I experienced. Parking lots are nearby at a price ($28 for 2.5 hrs), unless you get lucky with street parking. Took us 30 min in the line, 10 min to order, and 1 hr to eat - plenty of time left on the parking meter which we prefer rather than cutting it close and getting a ticket. 2.5 hrs for parking felt rather safe for us, if you're wondering. Indoor and outdoor seating is available with plenty of tables. TVs inside for game days to indulge in 2 loves at the same time - food and sports. Ambience is warm, welcoming, and simply chill. Line up, be patient, and order to your liking. Ordering process - request for bread, ordered cold items first (potato salad), moved forward to order hot items (beans, Mac and cheese), grabbed a blueberry cobbler on the counter, and moved forward again to order precisely what we came for... the MEATS! Paid our dues, got fountain drinks, and found an open table to accommodate our party of 4. Open seating! TIP 1: They open at 11 AM, we got there at 3 PM, and they were out of beef ribs already. So keep that in mind if you're there specifically for that. TIP 2: They have 2 sauces from what I could tell - Original and Sweet Sauce. Sweet Sauce was my favorite, but just make sure both are on your table to try out. Live dangerously and mix them! Sooo good... THE TRINITY is what we ordered - or at least, that's what the server told us. The Trinity = Pork ribs, Brisket, and jalapeno cheese link. Omg... every single bite sent us to Heaven and back. Jalapeno cheese link was packed with jalapeno flavor and as if it was soaked in cheese yet didn't look like it. The brisket was the best I've EVER had - thick, juicy, savory, and now set the bar high for all future briskets. Pork ribs - 2 lbs and glazed. Oh man.. just thinking about it makes me depressed like a long lost distant relationship I know won't work out (we live in Nor Cal). Melted off the bone, juicy, smoked and cooked perfectly to... perfection. Slather your favorite BBQ sauces however you'd like and enjoy Nirvana throughout your time at Pinkerton's! read more

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BIG fan of Pinkerton's! The line is always long but definitely worth the wait. We got: Hot sides - bacon mac n cheese & jalapeño cheese rice Meats - brisket, pulled pork, & pork ribs Desserts - blueberry cobbler & bananas foster pudding Loved that they also had a few games on the tvs while you eat. read more

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Food: 5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Value: 4/5 Great bbq! Food was delicious, every dish I ordered was great. Beef rib was juicy, brisket was moist, sides were on point. They even have blueberry cobbler as one of their desserts on offer, and it was really great. I liked how every dish was executed well, similar to Franklin bbq in Austin. Some places are known for one or two items and then kind of rest on their laurels for the other items, but not here. Servers were friendly and the space is nice. High ceilings, plenty of seats and tables. They play country music and have taxidermy on the walls. It is very expensive though, as I paid $140 for my meal. The beef rib is $38/lb and brisket is $35/lb. Hopefully the Iran war ends soon and fertilizer costs and feed costs can come down so that beef prices won't be so insane in the future. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Beef rib, brisket, jalapeno cheddar link, bacon mac and cheese with brisket on top, small potato salad. - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Wow! My first experience with Texas barbecue was definitely not a disappointment. Pinkerton's was everything I hoped it would be. There appears to always be a line. During the 1-1/4 hours we were on line and as we left after eating, we never saw it get any shorter. This was a Sunday afternoon. The wait was definitely worth it. Everything is setup pretty efficiently, with different stations for each part of your meal; cold sides, hot sides, meats, and then the bar. The staff is incredibly friendly and ready to offer suggestions. They're also generous; I got a extra piece of brisket for free just because. Meats are sold by the pound, but you can mix and match whatever you want. Two of us got the glazed pork ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and smoked sausage. For sides we got Mac & Cheese, Potato Salad, and Duck Sausage Jambalaya. All were incredible! Unfortunately, they had run out of Beef Ribs while we were on line. Note that the sides are big, even for two people. They have a nice selection of beers on tap and everything is reasonably priced (drinks and food). We gave it our best try, but couldn't finish everything, and left very full and very satisfied. read more

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Ok we waited in line for about 45 min. The line kept moving but wish there had been fans set up. You order at a counter and meats are by the weight so you can order a slice and ribs are by the bone. Example I ordered one slice of brisket and 3 ribs. Everything was well worth the wait and some of the most delicious bbq I have ever had. I didn't love the beans but they were decent. They loved the potato salad and my husband said the slaw was amazing. That jalapeno riche I am going to dream about. It was amazing. Big industrial type room where you just seat yourself. They have a bar you can order drinks at. We had the World Cup on and tables flipped quickly. Everything was clean and they attended to cleaning the tables quickly. Highly recommend and would go back in a heartbeat! read more

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Friday evening during Fiesta- definitely a popular place! Wait was about 30 min in line from outside to inside to order to sitting down! But they did have it under a good control. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming with big smiles! The restaurant is big enough to hold plenty of crowd and there is some outdoor space to sit as well! The food was so tasty- brisket was meaty, Mac and cheese was delicious! Potato salad was creamy and good taste of green onions in it too! Sausage was not greasy! Overall worth the wait! Coming back soon read more

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If you are ok with risking being popped on by 1,000,000,001 birds, standing in line for almost 2 hours, getting a leg cramp and having your spouse mad at you for leg cramp then this will work. We met people that could stick out the wait some said it was worth the wait and some who went for a drink to help with the wait. So obviously we stuck it out. The staff greets you at the door to regulate the flow of people going in. Some stopped to ask questions about what's good to get. How they smoke thier meats. He also let's you know if they ran out of something before you head in. Once inside you start with a cold option I got potato salad (to me tasted like a deviled egg potato salad and it was good). Then your hot sides i got the Mac and cheese with bacon ( this was really good and cheesey). Now choose your meats. Right before we got to that part the announcement was made no more sliced brisket but they still had chopped. So we got that and ribs the meat is order by the pound. Now what you to know was it worth the 2 hour wait in line. Hmm I will let you decide. But I will say the food was good. Meat was seasoned and ribs were falling off the bone. This a family style restaurant so they encourage you to order and sit in that way. read more

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I've heard good things about Pinkerton's so we decided to bring some out of town family here for dinner. There was a line out the door! No one likes to wait, but it was an indicator that the food must be worth it. The staff was very friendly when we said it was our first time and explained the process. We got the brisket, pork ribs, potato salad and bacon mac and cheese. For dessert, we got some banana foster pudding too! I thought the brisket was going to outshine the pork ribs, but it was actually the other way around. It leaned on the dry side, or this would have actually been a 5 star review. Still had great flavor though! The pork ribs were very tender and had a great glaze. The sides were good as well! The banana foster pudding is great if you have a huge sweet tooth. The place was casual and had plenty of seating in the dining area. It would have been great to have a bigger line area though, so that you don't have to spend most of it outside in the weather! read more

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Be ready to wait in a line. Got in line at 4 pm and didn't make it to the door until 20 minutes later. You order in one line and receive your food when you pay. No grabbing a number and waiting for them to bring it to you. Make sure to ask the person working the door if anything is sold out for the day. On the day I was here (Thursday), the beef ribs were gone by 4 pm You order the cold sides first, then hot sides and finally meat. If you want an alcoholic beverage, you can order it at the bar (end). The bar is around the corner after paying for your food. The meat is ordered by weight. I ordered one slice of brisket and two pork ribs. Pay attention to the sample portion sizes on the counter so you know how much to get. The glazed pork ribs were the hit of the dinner. The brisket was decent. I've had better and worse. I need to make a mental note that I don't like Texas style beans. This was the third time I ordered Texas style beans in my lifetime and I discovered yet again that I don't like them. They taste too much like chili beans. Not for me. I like thick sweet beans with brown sugar. This is not what I ordered. The Mac n cheese was not overly cheesy. I barely tasted the bacon. It was fine. Nothing outstanding. They need a corn dish. I love eating corn with ribs especially if it is off the cob. Why don't they have cornbread?!?! Once you got inside there was plenty of seating. Getting through the line to order your food was the challenge. Rough estimate that 90 could be seated inside. Great if you have a larger party. I sat at the bar and ordered a cocktail while watching March madness. Big tourist place! Would I recommend -- not sure. read more

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Get there early or be prepared to wait! It was a Tuesday night and thought "it won't be bad" I WAS WRONG! I waited 2 hours and it was worth it! All the meats and sides I tried were yummy. Everyone is so happy to be there and they work hard to make it a great experience. I was so sad they were out of Mac and cheese so the server hooked me up with cheesy rice which was also yummy! Lots of great seating for big and small groups. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Dirty rice, sausage, ribs, potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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We were downtown for a staycation celebrating a wedding, and I was so excited to have some bbq. I was not disappointed. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The decor was just homey, lots of wood, taxidermy on the wall, photos and tack. I was surprised to walk in and see a full bar, I was not complaining. And the food was so tasty, from the moist meat to the creamy pimento cheese and hot beans. Watch the line, it can get pretty long, but it moves pretty quickly. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Pimento cheese, turkey, brisket, Mac and cheese, potato salad, beans and sides - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Don't forget to come early and plan ahead. They do run out of things. We tried to eat here a couple days ago and they were out of so many things we got out of line and went elsewhere. Today we're eating here for lunch. So far they are not out of anything. So there's a number of cold sides such as potato salad, and coleslaw, hot side of things like macaroni and cheese, beans and jalapeño rice. Then you order your meat. You don't have to order a whole pound, but they do show the meat by the pound. The only piece of meat that's gonna be a whole pound is the beef rib, which is what I am ordered today. There was also pulled pork, pork ribs, brisket and more. The beef rib- oh u could wax poetically. It was amazing! Tender and flavorful. This is not a white tablecloth restaurant, but clean and kind of what you would expect from a barbecue place. Western decor. read more

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We were visiting San Antonio for Game 1 and Game 2 of The NBA Finals and my friend recommended Pinkerton's Barbecue since he had seen a couple of their posts on Instagram. I had never been to SA before and didn't understand the hype around BBQ until we arrived at this place. Nearly everything was very delicious and in plentiful portions. The only dish I didn't enjoy was the potato salad but the mac and cheese with the baked beans were also pretty tasty. All the servers and workers were very enthusiastic and kind. Lots of hype and energetic vibes mostly due to the game possibly added to our experience but I will definitely be back whenever i'm in SA again! read more

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It's worth the wait!! There was a bit of a line outside the building, but you are able to go ahead to the bar and get a drink and enjoy it while you're in line. We also chatted with the person in front of us which made the time go by faster! Now for the food, the mac and cheese is delicious! The potato salad isn't bad, but very pickle heavy. The jalepeno sausage and the brisket were our favorite meats. The ribs were soft and fell of the bone and the turkey wasn't bad either! It's great to make your own sandwich with the white bread! I personally loved the banana foster pudding, but it's very sweet and cinnamony, wasn't for everyone! I'd love to eat here again. read more

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The service here is fun, friendly, and very efficient. So many people in, so many people out. When you make it to the doors a staff member will give a run down of the menu. They have this operation & customer service down to a T! Prepare for a long line, but it's worth the wait. Awesome BBQ. ALL their meats are tender, juicy and tasty. Well seasoned and smokey, but not overwhelming and not too salty. We had glazed pork ribs and brisket purchase by the weight and the options of single serving to family style . Complementary add ons are pickles, jalapeños and sliced white bread. Great sides too- cole slaw, potato salad & baked beans. Jambalaya and smoked sausages are also offered. They have an extremely popular bread pudding and a banana fosters that's an absolute must. 2 squeeze bottle sauces that are made in house which are Sweet Heat Original & a Gold that's more a mustard base. I preferred that while my husband liked the sweeter one, but honestly it didn't really even need it, that's how good this Q is! The brisket was excellent, but the glazed ribs were beyond our expectations. They're what you need to experience at Pinkerton's! This is located not far from the River Walk. We were staying near that area and it's a little bit of a walk, but pleasant especially as a beautiful evening stroll. The property is perfectly centered in downtown. A decent size patio with many picnic tables and grassy area out doors and long tables and bench style seating inside. Don't think you can visit SA without a stop here. read more

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Being from California I was skeptical about trying "Texas barbecue" but Pinkerton's was fantastic. You order cafeteria-style, complimentary bread, pickles, onions, and jalapenos first, then cold sides, next hot sides, and finally meats. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. The restaurant has bench-style seating and fountain drinks are self serve. Our order was bread, onions, pickles, jalapenos, potato salad, jambalaya, macaroni and cheese, beans, jalapeno sausage, pork ribs, and brisket. I tried the potato salad, jambalaya, jalapeno sausage, pork ribs and brisket. My favorites were the potato salad and pork ribs. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Left to right Bread, brisket, jambalaya, macaroni and cheese, beans, potato salad, jalapeno sausage, pork ribs - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Really good BBQ in a somewhat unlikely location. EVERYTHING was delicious. We had beef brisket, turkey, ribs, sausage, potato salad, Cole slaw, bacon mac & cheese, pinto beans, banana Foster pudding, and banana pudding. There were 5 of us and we all agreed that it was some of the best BBQ around. read more

One hour fifteen minutes after we arrived we were treated to the best barbecue I have ever had. Worth the wait, make sure you order the pork ribs they are insanely good. read more

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The wait was worth it!!! We asked the hotel staff where to go for food nearby and their response was Pinkerton's Barbecue. We made our way over there and saw the line...we knew that was a good sign but we were so hungry we couldn't wait. Stopped back when we figured out the opening hours and waited. We were out almost to the sidewalk, took about 30 minutes to get in and order. Golly gee, it was so good! There isn't a bad thing on the menu. We chose the lets get all of the things that sound good and share approach and it was the right decision. Definitely a place to go, plan for if you don't want to wait a super long time, but mostly worth it!!! read more

Solid bbq spot if you're in SA! You can order by the slice or by the pound. Hits: -glazed pork ribs -bacon Mac and cheese - nothing crazy here, but good for your OG Mac and cheese lovers Misses: -They ran out of brisket - totally my fault, I know better than to show up at night and expect things in stock! We got burnt ends which still hit. A 45 minute wait here beats hours in Austin for similar quality. Fantastic service and personalities for the workers in line and at the cashier! read more

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Walking up hangry to a restaurant with a line out to the street at 6:30 pm on a Friday night screams 'This is a bad idea' but this place was 1000% worth it. We waited about an hour and 15 minutes but one bite in we completely understood why. The food was incredible. The brisket was perfectly cooked, moist, and sliced thick. The dry rub pork ribs were so tender and full of flavor. The regular sausage was perfect. The chicken was the least favorite on my plate, but that doesn't mean it wasn't great. Full of flavor, moist, and tender enough to not need a knife. We were bummed that they sold out of beef ribs by 3:00 pm and the turkey sold out while we were in line, but that just gives us a reason to go back. The bacon Mac and cheese fine baller style was worth coming for alone. The jalapeño rice was also very good. You can tell they care about quality and consistency. The vibe was just as good as the food. It was lively but comfortable, the kind of place where you can relax, laugh, and stay awhile. The staff kept things moving as smoothly as possible despite how busy they were, and the energy felt welcoming from start to finish. We'll definitely be back. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Dry rub pork ribs, brisket hiding underneath, regular sausage, chicken thighs, bacon Mac and cheese done baller style, and jalapeño rice. - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

First time trying pinkerton's and I was not expecting a line! We came around 11:15 am and waited about 20 minutes to order. It is cafeteria style. Staff was friendly throughout. We ordered two brisket sandwiches and 3 extra slices of brisket. I'm addition, we got the bacon mac and cheese and the coleslaw. Everything came with a side of pickles, jalapenos, onions and toast. The brisket sandwiches had a nice amount of meat and were very yummy! There are two options of sauce at each table and I enjoyed both. One was saltier and the other sweeter. The meat was tender and delicious. The coleslaw was ok- nothing amazing, a bit bland. The bacon mac and cheese had very little bacon...so little that I didn't even see any? Otherwise, was also ok. Sides were a bit disappointing. BBQ was definitely pricey. The restaurant was clean and had a bar. Plenty of inside and outside seating. I suggest coming early. Parking can be a bit difficult but they do validate. Look on their website for details. read more

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Without a doubt, this is the BEST brisket and pork (glazed) ribs I've ever had! 10/10!! It melts in your mouth and has incredible flavor!! The coleslaw was meh 2/10 - none of my friends liked it either. The potato salad and Texas beans were fantastic, but the bananas foster pudding was also disappointing. It was worth the wait (80 min) for the meat (they ran out of their beef ribs at 3:45pm). I would recommend calling in your order and skipping the line. You can pick up your meal and eat at one of the many available picnic tables! We were envious of the people who walked right in and got their food! read more

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During a work trip to San Antonio, my family decided to try some barbecue, we found this place as it was close to the hotel. When we arrived the line was really long but we decided to stay and wait. I'm not sure if the wait was worth it but the food was definitely good. Not sure if I'd wait an hour again though. read more

This is one the best places to get bbq in the state of Texas that I have tried. Went on a Saturday evening with my family. I must admit the parking I didn't like. We parked in a lot across from the restaurant and it was kind of expensive to park there but in the end it was worth it. The line was really long to get in. We had to wait about 30 to 40 minutes. Once inside the set up was easy. You pick your sides and all meats they weigh. On my visit I got the bacon Mac and cheese. For the meat we got the ribs with the sauce on it. Also got the sausage and sliced Brisket. I live in Dallas and have tried a lot of bbq. Pinkertons in San Antonio beat any that I've tried. All the meat had great flavor and tender. I plan on going back on my next trip to San Antonio. read more

We ate dinner at Pinkerton's tonight for the first time and it was really good. We got here around 5 o'clock on a Friday and probably had a half hour wait with the line out the door. The process seems a little slow with one person taking orders for cold sides, another person taking orders for hot sides and then the third person doing the meat. Seems like there could be a better way to speed things up. All of the food was good, not the best we've ever had, but we would return. read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

In town for work and when I said I wanted barbecue, family picked me up and brought me here. The line was long which was a good sign, and it moves. You order the meats by the pound and the sides by the size. I chose brisket, a few rib bones, their jalapeño cheddar rice, baked beans and potato salad. Everything was excellent!! But the standouts for me were the rice and the ribs. The ribs were seriously some of the best I've ever had, and that's saying a lot. The rice was different and really tasty. Thick, looking more like potatoes, with a crust on top from being baked. My family also ordered the jambalaya rice and it was good too. I ordered the "smoked bread pudding" for dessert but was so full I had to take it to my hotel for later. An interesting dessert. The next time I'm in SAT I will be back here!! read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

The hype around this place is crazy! I was here on a Saturday night and the line was super long. I waited over an hour to order and get food. My party ordered brisket, pork ribs (dry and glazed), pulled pork, and bacon Mac n cheese. The highlights were pork ribs as they were juicy and tender. The pulled pork was good, but a bit too salty for my liking. I was probably the most disappointed in the brisket since it was pretty dry and the flavor wasn't there. The Mac n cheese was good and creamy. Overall, good BBQ! read more

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - San Antonio, Texas