Pit Stop Bbq

4.6 (268 reviews)

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Ino R.

Awesome stop in Sonora, and for barbecue. There were all sorts of options. BBQ sandwiches, plates, loaded potatoes, etc. I wanted to try the Guajolote which was a turkey and jalapeno cheese sausage sandwiches, topped with ranch, BBQ sauce, and pico. It was not only filling but good. It's a big sandwich...a whole lotta goodness. We walked in, got in line, ordered and not long after there was our food in front of us. Liz ordered a fantastic Helotes Brisket tacos.she raved about how good it was. The kids enjoyed their pulled pork tacos. I would definitely stop here now that I know it's on my El Paso to SA route. There's is covered benches outside if you prefer the natural Sonoran air. We kept it comfy inside in the diner-esque seating. Pure yumminess.

Courtney W.

Great place for a quick lunch on the road. Service was excellent and food comes quickly. The elote tacos tasted fantastic, the brisket was savory and tender and the flavors from the corn and cotija paired nicely. The flour tortillas were kind of boring, would be nicer if they were warm or toasted a bit. The sides are also great- the potato salad is solid and the Cole slaw is super unique with its sweetness from a bit of fruit. Would recommend if you're in the area!

Valerie S.

Thank you, Yelp community for letting me find this little gem on my drive from AZ to San Antonio!! It's right off I-10 and perfect for hungry bellies! The service was very welcoming and hospitable. The restaurant has plenty of seating inside and outside. Nicely decorated and clean. Bathrooms are super clean and adequately stocked. I had their pork ribs and brisket and my favorite was the rib! Meat was flavorful and so tender, it just fell off the bone! Brisket was flavorful, too! The potato salad was okay, nothing great in my opinion. Their beans are delicious! They have bits of brisket inside and WOW! I would highly recommend this little "pit stop!" The food service was not long at all, either! We were back on the road in no time at all!

Tina C.

Great customer service. Flavorful and fresh food. Big portions . Cool decor on the inside of the restaurant

Dwaine W.

We didn't want to leave Texas without having bbq. Found this little gem and gave it a try. And oh boy. I got the three meat combo and my buddy got the two meat. They both come with two sides. I got the smoked turkey breast, slice brisket and ribs. He got pulled pork and brisket. Everything was smoky and delicious . The turkey was juicy and not dry all (10/10) ribs meat fell off the bone. Brisket was perfect. Beans were good and potato salad was delicious. If I get a chance I will stop back on way home

Found this on yelp as I was traveling through Texas absolutely amazing, great outdoor space for those who have dogs- brisket tacos were fresh- I watched her cut the meat right off the smoker, arrived right at opening. My husband had turkey and sausage sandwich and said it was wonderful- really started to fill up as we were leaving. This is clearly the locals spot!

Joshua L.

Everyone in our group LOVED their selection. Staff was very friendly. So happy we stopped here for lunch. Highly recommend!

Eddy G.

Pit Stop is a solid spot to get some BBQ if you happen to be traveling through the area. Especially on a Sunday, when there are really limited options. The staff were super warm and welcoming and the food was exactly what I needed as a pit stop on my travels across Texas.

Bruce M.

Friendly staff at order window, prices a little high but this is family-owned/run so you're helping them directly. Seats 20 inside and huge long community tables outside. Food: yum! every bite! Medium smoked flavor gives perfect flavor (doesn't need sauce!) to both meats ordered; pit beans are soupy with outstanding flavor; slaw has pineapple that truly compliments horseradish sauce. Only ding is ribs STILL have silver skin (makes'm chewy) but upside is they have little fat, a slightly crispy exterior and flavorful dry rub.

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Sue L.

5 years ago

Thanks Yelp reviewers! This was really great food with cheerful servers and clean location with indoor and outdoor seating we had tacos, sandwiches, nachos sides etc. everyone loves their food read more

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Whitt P.

Thanks Sue it looks like you have a happy crew!

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Jay B.

3 years ago

Don't think I've ever had a sandwich this good before! Whenever I take I-10 along here I'll get another. Seriously delicious!

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Whitt P.

Thanks Jay! We love the food too!

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Rich W.

3 years ago

Good food and very friendly staff. We'll be back. Unique twist on the coleslaw (has pineapple in it). Loved the Pecan Cobbler!

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Whitt P.

Thank you for stopping by Rich! We're so glad you liked the food and…

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Jan W.

4 years ago

We were on the road from San Antonio to El Paso and we wanted lunch. Googled for a place and decided to try it. Really good food, really nice folks. Even the customers were friendly. Top grade for a quick lunch. read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you Jan! We are so glad you enjoyed it and we hope to see you…

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Michael B.

2 years ago

Easy place to find. Great service, excellent meat and sides, awesome, very friendly staff. They sold their rub and the ribs that I prepared using it had rave reviews. read more

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Whitt P.

Thanks Michael! We are so glad you took a little Pit Stop home with…

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Jesse R.

2 years ago

this place Is the best in town! food fantastic. service is great! come here for me! cainaan is great!

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Carmen R.

6 years ago

Great stop! Amazing Brisket and Pulled Pork with baked potato, creamed corn and potato salad. Very clean and knit place and the team very friendly and wearing masks! Recommend 100%! read more

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Denise M.

6 years ago

Awesome, found this gem off the 10. Highly recommended the place to go for lunch. Great Service, friendly service! read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you very much Denise, we're so glad you enjoyed it!

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Jerry H.

6 years ago

Where to start with the accolades... pork ribs, pulled pork, brisket done right. Nothing over cooked. You must try the coldslaw with pineapple and the cream corn with cheese. All the locals we asked recommended the Pit Stop over any other place to eat. The old root beer stand external holds a clean up scale car/ race themed interior. Be sure to bring a license plate from your state for them to put on the wall. read more

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Whitt P.

Thanks so much Jerry! We're glad you liked our little restaurant and…

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Hee Nam Y.

4 years ago

Delicious brisket sausage and ribs. Mild spicy pinto beans and classic potato salad. Peach cobbler to finish it off. I would highly recommend this tiny 1950's style diner and takeout. Cute and clean interior. Plus happy staff even as we met them at the end of the day. The locals are fortunate to have this gem in Sonora, TX. read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you very much for the kind review. We're very proud of our…

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Autumn W.

4 years ago

We've ordered! The Bronco sandwich - smoky chopped brisket paired with sausage and bbq sauce; El Gordo Taco Plate with creamed corned and slaw; Loaded potato with chopped brisket - $43 bucks later. Hoping for a tasty meal. Thank you read more

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Whitt P.

Thanks for taking the time for the review Autumn. We hope you liked…

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Barbara C.

5 years ago

The wonderful smell of BBQ engulfs your senses when you walk in the door. The brisket and Turkey were tender, flavorful and moist. Worth a stop to eat. Friendly staff, clean restaurant, COVID precautions. read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you Barbara! Come see us again soon!

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Tim V.

3 years ago

Excellent Food and Amazing service! I will definitely eat here when I'm back in the area!

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Annette M.

3 years ago

We stopped by on a family road trip from South Texas to Colorado. Everything was soooooo good! We had the loaded potato, the brisket sandwich, the smoked turkey, pulled pork and sliced brisket. I cannot tell you one was better than the rest because everything had so much flavor! The potato salad was tasty and I loved the creamed corn! The cook and staff were very friendly. There were no negatives in this visit, I highly recommend this and would come again if in the area! read more

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Whitt P.

We are so glad you loved everything Annette!

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Nicki S.

4 years ago

The food was awesome and the service is very quick. We got the bbq nachos and 2 meat plate. The food was out 2 min after ordering which is great when you have small kids. Everyone was very friendly. read more

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Whitt P.

Thanks Nicki we appreciate the kind words and we'd love to see you…

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Jason Q.

6 years ago

When traveling across the country, my friend and I made a stop in Sonora, Texas for a bite to eat on the road. One of the only places that was local to the area on Yelp, I decided to give this small shop a try. Ordering to go, I now look back and realize it was the biggest mistake I could have made. Driving down the interstate, less than a mile away from Pit Stop BBQ, the Brisket Sandwich I ordered was finished. Days later, I still yearn for another bite. So much so that I wouldn't be surprised if my friend and I planned a trip that just "happens" to travel through Sonora. We may have made a "pit stop" like how restaurant title suggests, but I honestly wish I could have sat down, taken my time to savor the meal, and give them my praise in person. read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you for your visit and your nice review. We look forward to…

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Dean H.

4 years ago

Food was ok. Nothing to brag about. Traveling threw stoped at the first places that looked good. The place was clean that good was fast and hot. Just not much flavor for BBQ. read more

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Whitt P.

Dean we're sorry you didn't like your experience at Pit Stop BBQ. We…

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Clay O.

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4 years ago

Good food, reasonable prices, friendly staff and very clean. Easy to find, but the parking opens to the back, so it's a little tricky to get into. Well worth the little bit of effort, though. read more

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Whitt P.

Thanks Clay we're so glad you enjoyed it! We're sorry about the…

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Laura P.

3 years ago

Food is delicious! Chopped beef sandwiches are sooo good! The banana pudding is amazing!

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Whitt P.

We are so glad you liked it Laura! Thanks for the nice review!

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Jason C.

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6 years ago

While driving from Carlsbad to San Antonio we found this place on yelp. I am so glad to did - brisket was amazing. Great service and great Texas BBQ read more

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Zack Z.

7 years ago

Great food!!! We tried all of the sides and couldn't decide what was the best one. The coleslaw is original and sweet using pineapple. The pulled pork and sausage were so great that we gave each other high fives after our first bite. Such a wonderful pit stop. ;) read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you Zack we're so glad you enjoyed your visit!

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Henley S.

7 years ago

Our experience was wonderful! Convenient, fast, delicious, everything we could've asked for from a pit stop in Sonora, Texas. A sweet gentleman named Whit came by the table to check on everything as well. Very impressed with the quality of the hospitality here. The creamed corn was awesome, the cole slaw was exceptional too. They put pineapple in there which gave it a subtle sweet note instead of being overly sweet like many bad cole slaw recipes. Stop by Pit Stop for a smile and excellent barbecue! read more

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John B.

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4 years ago

Good food and a nice clean place with friendly help. Great stop in the middle of the I-10.

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Whitt P.

Thanks for stopping by John! We hope your next visit is a 5 star…

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Nestor S.

4 years ago

The best BBQ restaurant in Sonora Tx. Great food and staff. Recommend El Guajolote plate. read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you Nestor!

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Payton D.

6 years ago

Kayla and Felisha recommended the Sonora spuds, and I added turkey and chipotle rThey are amazing and I would 10/10 recommend this place. read more

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Penny D.

7 years ago

This is the best Barbeque of all time! Staff is OUTSTANDING. Very clean establishment. It's also a BYOP and loves pets too! read more

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Mary G.

4 years ago

Stopped by on our drive from SA to Big Bend. Smelled delicious out of the car walking up to the counter to order. Waitress suggested the brisket and ribs. Ribs were tender and fairly lean for a rib. Chopped brisket was better than the sliced brisket which was a tad dry for me. The cole slaw was so good I considered going back for more but instead chose the Oreo Hog Heaven and even though I was stuffed, I ate the whole thing (although I did share a few bites). Staff was VERY friendly and courteous. Top notch service, good prices, great food. Don't hesitate to stop here for a delicious meal! read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you so much Mary. We're proud of our staff and our food. Come…

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Cliff R.

3 years ago

We had pulled pork nachos, brisket and chicken tacos with a twist. The tacos had great toppings with tender tasty meet. If you're traveling through you should definitely stop by for a bite. read more

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Whitt P.

Thanks Cliff and we are so glad you liked it!

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Joe L.

3 years ago

Amazing food coming from New York and it was one of the best bbq I've had in Texas. Amazing place

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Whitt P.

Thanks Joe!

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Josh S.

4 years ago

Delicious! We were just traveling through the area and stopped to try Pit Stop BBQ. It was so tasty, we ended up stopping on our way back through again about a week later! We got the BBQ Nachos and they were incredible. 10/10 would recommend and we will be going again when traveling through the area! Also, they give you a TON of meat on the nachos. read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you for the nice review Josh! We're glad you liked the food…

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Hailey R.

3 years ago

great service and food! You have to try the cream corn it's delicious!

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Whitt P.

Thanks Hailey! We love the corn too!

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Mark H.

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4 years ago

Chopped brisket and pulled pork was soooooo good. Banana pudding superb also. YUMMY !!!

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Whitt P.

Thanks Mark!

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Tonya V.

3 years ago

Excellent barbecue, the creamed corn was amazing, and we liked the coleslaw with the pineapple in it. I will admit that I was glad know of the pineapple in advance because if I had been wanting "regular" coleslaw, I would have been disappointed. The inside is small, but extremely clean and there is tons of seating outside. The service was fast and we were checked on twice to see if we needed anything else. A word to the wise: there is only one bathroom and it has one toilet. read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you Tonya! We're glad you enjoyed your visit to our little…

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Priscilla L.

3 years ago

Absolutely delicious! Service is great! Staff is welcoming, patient, friendly and attentive! A must stop when visiting Sonora!

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Whitt P.

Thank you Priscilla!

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Mo J.

7 years ago

Wow! This place was just fantastic!! Small interior but super clean and well decorated. Seating is comfortable and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The food is outstanding. The pork ribs were nice and smoky, and at the perfect texture to fall off the bone when bitten into, while not disintegrating into tiny shreds of meat on contact. They were well seasoned and not drowning in sauce. The brisket was tender and juicy, and tasted perfectly smoky, sweet, and tangy. The pulled pork was similarly tender and had a great vinegar zing. For sides, we tried the creamed corn, cole slaw and loaded potato. Everything was terrific - the creamed corn was decadently creamy! Slaw was fresh and had a sweet and creamy crunch, and the loaded potato was cooked perfectly. Finally, the staff - SO FRIENDLY and helpful! They clearly take pride in what they serve and it shows in how they interact with the customers. All in all, the Pit Stop is well worth a stop if you're in the Sonora area. read more

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Jason K.

3 years ago

We were passing through on our way to Arizona and we're told we must stop here. The place is a perfect little place to eat right in town. Firstly, we had the opportunity to try all 4 of their sides and they were all fantastic. They put pineapples in the cole slaw, and the creamed corn and pinto beans were amazing. Secondly, the main course did not disappoint. We opted for the ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket. Wow. Just wow. It was an incredible dinner for our one night stop and definitely lived up to the Texas bbq. And the staff were friendly and awesome. We will come again. read more

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Isaac M.

4 years ago

Excellent Service!! Excellent food and dessert.. Highly recommended... Desert was delicious! read more

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Whitt P.

Thanks Isaac!

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Alyson M.

4 years ago

Great stop on our way from California! There is parking behind on the street for RV's. We are pulling a 43' 5th wheel and we're able to get in and out! We ordered ahead and it was ready when we got there! read more

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Whitt P.

Thank you Alyson we're glad you had a great experience!

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Alex W.

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8 years ago

When you're starving and in the middle of literal nowhere and find some of the best pulled pork tacos you've ever had. P.S. the red head kid who works there is destined for bigger things; killer salesman. read more

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Karen E.

6 years ago

One word: DELICIOUS! This is definitely worth stopping by. We ordered pulled pork and coleslaw. Large portions! We will definitely be returning on our way back through Texas. read more

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Whitt P.

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802 N Crockett Ave
Sonora, TX 76950
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(325) 387-2626
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Hours

What time does Pit Stop Bbq open?

Pit Stop Bbq opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Pit Stop Bbq close?

Pit Stop Bbq closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Pit Stop Bbq closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Pit Stop Bbq take Bitcoin?

No, Pit Stop Bbq does not take Bitcoin.

Does Pit Stop Bbq take credit cards?

Yes, Pit Stop Bbq takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Pit Stop Bbq have catering options?

Yes, Pit Stop Bbq does have catering options.

Does Pit Stop Bbq have a drive thru?

No, Pit Stop Bbq does not have a drive thru.

Does Pit Stop Bbq have a happy hour?

No, Pit Stop Bbq does not have a happy hour.

Does Pit Stop Bbq serve alcohol?

No, Pit Stop Bbq does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Pit Stop Bbq allow dogs?

Yes, Pit Stop Bbq allows dogs.

Does Pit Stop Bbq have TVs?

No, Pit Stop Bbq does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Pit Stop Bbq have bike parking?

Yes, Pit Stop Bbq has bike parking.

Does Pit Stop Bbq have outdoor seating?

Yes, Pit Stop Bbq has outdoor seating options.

Does Pit Stop Bbq have parking?

Yes, Pit Stop Bbq has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Pit Stop Bbq wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Pit Stop Bbq is wheelchair accessible.

Does Pit Stop Bbq have free WiFi?

Yes, Pit Stop Bbq has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Pit Stop BBQ is serving up West Texas style barbecue including mesquite smoked brisket, St. Louis style pork ribs, pulled pork, sausage, and turkey. Enjoy our delicious side dishes and desserts while you're here!

History

Established in 2018.

Pit Stop BBQ opened April 30th 2018. We serve West Texas style barbecue including mesquite smoked brisket, St. Louis style pork ribs, pulled pork, sausage, and turkey. Don't forget to try our wonderful side dishes and desserts while you're here!

Meet the Business Owner: Whitt P.

My name is Whitt. I've loved cooking all my life but my true passion is barbecue. I only use locally sourced mesquite wood on an old fashioned off-set smoker. This gives me the traditional flavor, texture, and look that any barbecue enthusiast will appreciate. Come on by and give it a try.

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This area is bilingual…read more They serve a set meal. It makes sense. Worth trying if you like Mexican style barbecue. (2023)

Neat little place, and the food was decent to good (not great though). However I was quite…read moredisappointed that after I ordered, the sausage, brisket, and beans were brought in from out back and all microwaved. I would give three stars had the smallish combo plate and a can of Pepsi not been over $14 after tax.

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This was a surprisingly wonderful find. When you order a plate, it comes with 2 sides, a drink and…read morea dessert. I ordered the Brisket plate with Pinto Beans and Potato Salad. The brisket was moist and delicious, the Peach Cobbler was very good, as was the Pinto Beans and Potato Salad. The Lemonade was refreshing and delicious.

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The waitresses have always been friendly and polite. Excellent service. We went several times as we…read morewere in town working. Food is either absolutely delicious or mediocre. No rhyme or reason to it.

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52.2 mi

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Though I grew up in rural Virginia, the majority of my family lived in upstate South Carolina and…read moreTattnall County, Georgia. The women in my family were superb cooks. Many of them had a specialty: one reliably fried her chicken juicy, crunchy, and golden-brown; another made buttermilk biscuits that were always flaky, layered, and tender, with a subtle, tangy flavor and a rich, buttery taste; yet another baked exceptionally delicate, intensely-flavored coconut cakes; etc. I was taught and encouraged by these ladies - my Meemaw and my aunts - to manage a kitchen, and, to this day, their influence abides. My father was a restaurant man, but at home, he, my grandfather, and my uncles, all of whom would've called themselves "traditional", mostly limited their culinary efforts to food they could prepare outside. From an early age, these men taught me to work with grills and smokers, which is to say that as soon as I was strong enough, I was put to work, hauling wood before a cook and clearing ashes afterwards. And that was as close as I got to cooking with the men, until one special day, when, at 10 years old, my Uncle Buddy allowed me to baste the hog as it spun on the spit. It was another three years before I was permitted to poke the fire. Cooking, for the men, was guided by custom and tradition, a set of rituals that they'd learned from their elders. They didn't prevent my participation because they didn't trust my talent; they just hadn't finished teaching me yet. But eventually, I earned my place by the fire, and, having proved myself capable, I was entrusted with special tasks of increasing importance: grilling meats (a throwaway - kid's play - in the men's eyes); making basting sauce - the "mop" - or what some call barbecue sauce; and, in my late teens, assisting with the butchery. In the decades that followed, I traveled the United States, trying dozens of local BBQ variants. I won't criticize the barbecue of places that don't do it well, but I will say that if you're going to make the stuff and charge money for it, maybe go see how it's done in Memphis and eastern North Carolina, where my favorite types of "Q" come from. Don't just light a fire and open for business; learn something first. At home, I've owned several smokers, and I've made and eaten a lot of a LOT of BBQ. I use pecan (or a pecan/cherry mix) when I want the taste of the thing I'm smoking to stand out, or when there's not much meat to the bite. Ribs, fish, and special dishes like pizza and involtini get the light smoke. I use hickory or oak when I want an old-school BBQ flavor, or when the cut I'm cooking is large enough that it won't smoke all the way through. Those woods make excellent pork shoulder, prime rib, and leg of lamb. The one wood I won't smoke with is mesquite. Never again. The few times I used it, my food tasted the way country air smells in the summer, when road crews get to resurfacing the County road. But I know that the problem is me, because one day, a while back, I ate outstanding mesquite-smoked BBQ at Lum's in Junction, TX. That morning, I'd left Luling for Van Horn, and, since I'd missed the more famous spots in the Houston area, I was set on finding a decent plate of BBQ before I left the state. Yelp and TripAdvisor said Lum's was a good choice, which gave me hope that the place would have what I wanted. I walked in, happy to note that Lum's was not so much a "restaurant" as a "dining hall," the sort of place that serves a basic menu to lots of people, quickly and without complication. You grab a tray, shuffle down the line, choosing from a meat (or two or three) and a couple of sides, a drink and maybe a sweet treat to finish. Park yourself in a comfortable chair at a heavy wooden table, and get to eatin'. The menu board offered brisket, turkey, pork ribs, pulled pork, pork loin, and sausage. There was chicken, too, but that's not why I was there. The sides included something called "Spicy Spaghetti" which, had I been sticking around, I'd definitely have tried, but pasta wasn't on my short-list of Things To Eat In Texas' Hill Country. I picked brisket (because Texas), pulled pork and ribs, and sides of potato and cucumber salads. My plate came with white bread. And with my feast, I drank sweet tea, as God intended. What did I miss? The spaghetti, and sausage, and pinto beans and mac 'n cheese. Next time. The meats were expertly done: tender, moist, not greasy, and they'd been handled carefully by the pit master, so that the seasoning hadn't been knocked off as they were shifted from smoker to service line. Before I left, I paid my respects to one of the owners and asked what sort of wood he uses, as I couldn't quite identify the smoky flavor. I was surprised when he said, "Mesquite... we're surrounded by it!" There was no acrid, creosote-y bitterness; instead, the flavor was smooth, savory, and delicious. Lum's showed me that mesquite can work. But not at my house; I just don't have the touch.

This spot was delicious! The ribs were some of the best I've ever had, and we loved the pulled…read morepork. The brisket was kind of dry and flavorless, and had a big strip of fat, but it was easy to just cut around. The sides were overall tasty, especially the beans, though all of them could have used a bit more salt. The BBQ sauces on the tables were great. The decor was cute too! They had a counter on the wall for how many likes they had on Facebook. We had fun following them and seeing it change! The guy behind the counter seemed a little cranky but he wasn't rude, the woman grabbing our sides and the girl who rang us up were super sweet. Overall it was a pleasant visit and tasty, and we would return!

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Pretty much just BA Barracus

2 Meat Plate - Brisket, Turkey, Mac & Cheese, and Spicy Spaghetti

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Welcome to Lum's!

Cooper's Bar-B-Q & Grill

2.5(377 reviews)

52.4 mi

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The ABSOLUTELY VERY BEST BBQ !! Love their food! Great services, nice people, cute, clean place…read more We've eaten lotsa BBQ but this place is amazing!!

This is some really good food and the inside was pretty cool. The staff was really nice - the young…read moremen behind the counter had a chill attitude- patient with the customers that were staring at the menu a little longer than usual. I wanted some good BBQ and I got it!

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Pork Chops

One of two trays from our table... 6.23.2025

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Cooper's Bar-B-Q

3.3(38 reviews)

42.6 mi

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Great food and excellent, friendly service!!! Brisket tender…read moreand flavorful. Yummy potato salad and coleslaw. Jalapeno cheddar sausage was some of the best I've had!

Spending over $1,000 on a VIP table should come with a baseline level of comfort and service,…read moreneither of which were delivered. No heaters in cold weather is not an oversight, it's a complete failure in planning and a clear disregard for paying customers. What made it worse was the resistance we received over something as simple as an extra blanket, even when we were willing to get it ourselves from the car. That level of friction over basic comfort is unacceptable and frankly insulting at this price point. Experiences like this don't just disappoint, they drive customers away. People paying premium prices expect premium treatment, and when that expectation is missed this badly, it directly impacts repeat business, reputation, and ultimately revenue. If management doesn't start investing in customer comfort and proactive planning--especially for predictable issues like weather--this place will continue to lose high-paying clients. Right now, it feels like profit is prioritized over people, and that's a losing strategy.

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Summertime in Christoval, TX!

Kutter's BBQ

5.0(3 reviews)

57.0 mi

Great Texas BBQ & friendly service--I stopped here to grab lunch in November it literally changed…read moremy life!

I've driven past this place a million times heading to San Antonio from Abilene. I decided to…read morefinally stop in and I'm glad I did. It was definitely great Texas BBQ. The service at the counter was what's expected in Texas, friendly and with a smile. The Boudin Sausage was delicate and delicious! The brisket was moist and flavorful. I will definitely add this place to my route when driving thru Menard.

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She definitely wanted some

Boudin Sausage and Brisket. Delicious!

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Brisket Stuffed Baked Potato!

Backyard Bar&Grill

5.0(1 review)

46.8 mi

The Food is great they have a very good menu selection I recommend it if you are out traveling this…read moreway stop in and eat some great BBQ.

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Michael W.

Elite 26

11 months ago

I had high hopes for Pit Stop BBQ, but unfortunately, my visit left a lot to be desired. My baked potato was missing butter, and despite specifically requesting no sour cream, it came covered in it. That's a basic order detail that shouldn't be missed. To make things worse, the 3-meat platter I ordered didn't include the sausage I selected, just completely left out. The brisket was also underwhelming and lacked the bold, smoky flavor you expect from a good BBQ joint. The one bright spot was the creamed corn, it was genuinely tasty. The staff was friendly and fixed the mistakes, the atmosphere had a quaint charm, but those positives weren't enough to outweigh the overall experience. I won't be returning. read more

Moira D.

5 years ago

The Pit Stop BBQ is easy to get to off the freeway! We had the pulled pork tacos and the Flippin' Pig sandwich combo. Amazing! Meat was so tender and cole slaw was delicious! Staff was great and service was fast! Nice indoor or outdoor seating. Will definitely come back when driving across TX. read more

Roy H.

6 years ago

We were driving through from California. Absolutely, delicious BBQ.. If in ever back this way I'll be making a Pit Stop at the Pit Stop BBQ restaurant. Kayla and Felshia were very helpful, explained the menu with suggestions for I first visit. Thank you Roy and Danny read more

Kim M.

7 years ago

Wow! Delicious food. Great brisket, sausage, pulled pork and turkey. My husband and I got two meat plates and shared! Awesome beans. Didn't taste anything we didn't like. Really friendly helpful staff. And this restaurant is so clean. We loved it! read more

Mallory P.

2 years ago

Absolutely delicious!!! We stopped here on a road trip for lunch, everything was great. Service was fast and very nice. Wish it was closer to us so we could go more often! Wish i got the banana pudding, it looked really good. read more

Theresa A.

8 years ago

Stopped in Sonora on our return trip to Houston and found this gem. Great atmosphere! Awesome BBQ, side dishes, and desserts. This place is a must for yummy food. Make sure you check out Pit Stop BBQ! read more

Liz P.

4 years ago

Really great place the service was fantastic everyone was so sweet. The food tasted really great!! Every thing was so clean and a great atmosphere. I usually never do reviews but it was that good. read more

Jamie F.

5 years ago

Some of the best BBQ I've ever had. Great spot just off I10. Pulled pork nachos and ribs were very good. Nice, clean outdoor seating and kind people. read more

Cathy P.