Pok-e-Jo's has been serving Austin Texas BBQ since 1979. They specialize in BBQ, fresh sides, and Texas hospitality. They offer dine-in, to-go, and catering service. I usually visit here for a quick, casual lunch or dinner with my family. This time I wanted to order a BBQ baked potato, but they were out of baked potatoes, so I just had my regular moist brisket wrap with avocado and tomatoes. Service was fast and efficient, and everything came out quickly, which makes it a convenient option for lunch or a casual stop when you don't want to wait around. You place your order at the counter and watch as the entree is prepared and then make your side selections as you move down the line. They have a bar where you can get pickles, onions and pico de gallo. The brisket had good smoky flavor and was tender enough to work well in a wrap. It's not overly fancy, but is a decent portion size and a filling meal. I had the fried okra which was a tad overcooked today as well as fresh fruit. I also enjoy the macaroni here as well. Overall, Pokejo's isn't trying to be high-end BBQ, it is a fast and reliable spot for BBQ and I will continue to frequent here when I am craving BBQ at a good value. read more

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I hadn't been to Pok e Jo's in a while, and I was not disappointed Ordered the two-meat plate with brisket and sausage, and years later, it did not fail to appeal to my palate. The brisket was as tender as it could be, melting in my mouth. The sausage was tasty, and when both were garnished with their tasty BBQ sauce, I was in hog heaven, haha. For sides, I selected the Mac 'n Cheese and Mashed Potatoes, and they were served in healthy portions. I will say, I had lunch the next day with the leftover portions. So much goodness. I found the interior to be typical of your local, neighborhood-type restaurant. Staff are always kind and conversational. If you want some great BBQ at a reasonable price with nice-sized portions, Poke -e Jo's will not disappoint. read more

Pok-e-Jo's - Brodie Oaks - Brisket with Sausage. Sides: Mac N Cheese and Mashed Potatoes - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We went here this evening and had 2 meat sausage and ribs 2 sides tasty pinto beans ribs were perfect. Great prices good food in a clean nice dining room read more

Given the rating, I was surprised as how good this was! The prices are great, the portions are huge, and the menu has plenty of variety (you can even pick a yummy dessert like banana pudding as a side). It's served cafeteria style. You can tell why it's packed with families here - there is something for everyone and it's inexpensive. They also have a self-serve pickle bar. I got the kid's plate (lol) called the Pok-e-To plate ($12.50) and it was plenty. I picked the burnt ends as the protein, then the potato salad and baked potato casserole as the sides. They also offer you texas toast and BBQ sauce. My friend got the brisket sandwich ($10.95) - you can pick lean or marbled brisket too! The burnt ends were definitely dry but still enjoyable. The sides were decadent. The staff is super friendly :) read more

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If I could, I would give them 100 stars!! Only seeing a brief glimpse of the sign, I thought this was a raw tuna place. 'Worked across the parking lot @ Sprouts since 12/2023 and just today a favorite customer (knowing I'm a semi-retired chef) said, "The BEST BBQ in Austin. Great Value!!" So I walked over when my 5am shift ended at 1:30. I could smell deliciousness before I even saw the building!! Staff was inviting, friendly, warm, PROUD. $24 got me a three meat plate w/ two GENEROUS sides, peach cobbler AND coconut chocolate chip cookies. (Granted 'cuz I work at Brodie Oaks I got the 10% "parking lot discount." ) Moist Brisket, White Meat Chicken, Pork Rib w/ jalapeño cornbread stuffing and green bean casserole was OUTSTANDING!!! 'Too full to tuck into the deserts... I easily have two more meals from the leftovers!! Forget any naysayers or less than 5 star reviews. Chef Moi deems this my most-loved, perfect bbq and experience in Austin yet!! Well-worth Your time, search, $$$. MOST EXCELLENT!! Awe, I LOVE this place!! read more

Pok-e-Jo's - Brodie Oaks - AWESOME, CRAVE-WORTHY. LOVE!! - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food was excellent I now prefer this BBQ place over Green Mesquire Prices were reasonable.

Came here after a family event. All the employees were nice and helpful. I am sad they no longer offer the black been salad as an option, it was one of my favorite sides they used to have. read more

This is my go-to barbecue restaurant. The barbecue is on point, and the sides are delicious. The staff are awesome!!! I am picky about my fried okra. I like it nearly charred, crunchy through and through. I told them how I wanted it cooked, and unlike many places, they cooked it PERFECTLY!!! I hope once their lease expires (not being renewed due to planned development on the property) that they find a new location in South Austin. I love the whole vibe of this place, and am a many-times return customer. Keep up the good work guys!!! read more

Hadn't been to Pok e Jo's in a minute! I was pleasantly surprised... Ordered the two meat plate with brisket and pork ribs. Three pork ribs and while he was slicing I asked for burnt ends for the brisket. The ribs were tender and flavorful and the brisket was perfectly charred on the outside and moist & tender inside. I thought I was in BBQ heaven. For sides I chose the delicious Jalapeno Cornbread casserole (for the first time) and the Broccoli Cheese (very cheesy and not overcooked). The serving was so large I actually had to bring some home. More for a snack later read more

Pok-e-Jo's - Brodie Oaks - Two meat plate - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Right when we walked in we were greeted with glee and asked if it was our first time. When we said yes we immediately were treated were a complimentary sampler plate! Great food for the price. Big portions! Definitely would come back if I ever come back to Austin. The restaurant was very clean and well lit read more

I had a wonderful experience here! I had an event here, and the staff were very kind, and the food was wonderful!

Pok e Jo's is perfect for catering at your office! Everything comes hot, fresh and well packaged. To top it off.. delicious! My fav is their brisket and potato salad smothered in their bbq sauce. Check them out! read more

I love BBQ so much. It always makes me happy to find a good BBQ place, especially when it is reasonably priced. My friend took me here while I was visiting her in Austin. We got there right when it opened and despite that, it was busy. I got the one meat meal with brisket, corn, and fries. All of them were DIVINE. The brisket was perfectly cooked and had a nice smoky texture to it. The house BBQ was amazing. I also got a sweet tea and it was super good. We took our food to go and it kept great during our 25-minute drive. The service was good and the restaurant was very nice. I'll have to try something else on their menu sometime! If I were to go to Austin again, I would 100% go back to eat some Pok E Jo's. This place is delicious and wonderfully priced! read more

Pok e Jo's helped me in a pinch with their family pack on the fourth of July. However, I am not surprised because they consistently have great food. For the price, Poke Jo's provides excellent value in barbecue with sides that complement the meals. Also, they cater food for the hospital biannually, and it's always a treat. Finally, they have several locations around town; Please try them if you are hungry and looking to feed your family. read more

Admit it - we are spoiled. BBQ - especially BBQ in Central Texas - has been elevated to such great heights that grading BBQ has become unfairly skewed for long time establishments that have been consistently great at being good. Pok e Jo's is one such establishment. For decades now they have been delivering a consistent experience with some of the best sides in the game. The brisket is consistently good, the sausage is pretty great and the chicken is always on point - especially the dark meat. In this new COVID reality, I've made it a point to throw some of my humble business local restaurants whenever I can. When I get take-out, I try my best to ensure it's from a local joint. With that in mind, I offloaded the stress of Thanksgiving dinner to Poke e Jo's this year. Money well spent. The turkey was great and I don't really care for Turkey. There's a reason I only eat turkey once or twice a year but I will definitely eat Pok e Jo's smoked turkey year round. It is that good. I am also pretty indifferent to stuffing but this stuffing was legitimately good. The gravy was also great. The usually great green bean & potato casseroles were consistent with how great they usually are. All in all - an awesome holiday meal with minimal effort on my part. The prep & clean up easily justify the price and I'm planning on doing this every Thanksgiving from now until I'm under the dirt. If you're looking for foodie-grade, world beating BBQ - this isn't that. We are incredibly lucky to live an great city with the best BBQ in the world and there are places that have that. I gotta say, though: I will forever miss the hamburgers, beef ribs, and black bean pico. If you want really good BBQ with a variety of good sides, options to feed large groups of people, and friendly staff? Pok E Jos consistently delivers. For consistency, longevity, tastiness - 4 stars. Extra star to help offset a ridiculous one star review. read more

Great value BBQ. Got brisket and ribs with coleslaw, Mac n cheese and toast for under $20, all of which tasted good. Service is quick too.

Had to have barbarque so I decided to stop at Poke Jo,s I ordered the two meat plate and loved the brisket marbled delicious. The chicken was good but dry. I really felt the chicken was left out too long under the ovens. So, my next visit will be if they can check my barbaque and see if its moist.located in a strip mall its decor is very pretty much wood floors very plain. Benches are available to sit. I rated the brisket and side salad 5 star and chicken a three star. Planning to try all the meats next time. Fountain drinks available and great staff friendly definitely will return again. Happy yelping! read more

Pok-e-Jo's - Brodie Oaks - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Delicious and fast, even if you order right before they close. Super friendly and good customer service. Only ordered take out but highly recommend. read more

They switched to only Habanero Sauced Pulled Pork option several years back. So, I stopped eating BBQ at Poke Joe's since my favorite of theirs was their pulled pork before the change. I can get non-habanero pulled pork at every other BBQ place in Austin, but PokeJoe's pulled pork used to be so much better than all their competition. Over the last year, this Poke Joe's location allowed me to get non-sauced pulled pork very easily and I returned to them as my favorite BBQ joint again. Tonight, I got the old statement again stating they only offer Habanero Pulled Pork and I shouldn't expect to get non-habanero pulled pork again. So, again..I have to return to PokeJoe's competitors and miss out on PokeJoe's pulled pork. By The Way... they do continuously offer non-hananero pulled pork to Boy Scout Troops, Girl Scout Troops and other children- centric event catering. read more

Pok-e-Jo's - Brodie Oaks - StoreFront - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

I had a protein lunch here two days in a row and I was very satisfied. The staff is friendly and the bbq is always very good to very delicious. Today I tried their jalapeño cheddar sausage and it was very delicious. It's specially made right here in Texas only for Pok e Jo's and it's worth trying. If you're hungry right now, then head on over to a Pok e Jo's and try it for yourself. read more

I got to say this location was hard to spot, good thing I saw the big Toy R' Us sign and kept following the road. Not the usual location I would go to but the food tasted the same as any other location. I was first introduced to Pok-e-Jo's and now I would almost always order the Combo Sandwich Meal with sausage and peach habanero sauce. Definitely recommend because their sausage is very delicious! Comes with one side and a drink, or get two sides and water. Get the Texas Toast with it and you'll be stuffed after. Service here is great and friendly, great stop for the day! read more

Great BBQ meal, with two different kinds of sausages: habanero & cheese, and peppered beef. Both very tasty, with or without the wonderful bbq sauces. The peach-habanero bbq sauce was awesome, too! Coming back for sure! read more

Pok-e-Jo's - Brodie Oaks - Plate dinner with both kinds of sausage: habanero & cheese, and peppered beef, with two sides: potato salad and coleslaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Attention pls clean out your soda machines and water filters you can taste mold in the soda and teas . Food was decent but over priced for what it's worth . Honestly my wife and I were the only ones in the store . Who knows how long the food has been sitting for . Really sad because it could be an amazing experience if things changed. If management see this pls check your soda syrups and water filter and carbonation system. read more

Your hours are open to 8 pm you had your doors locked on a Friday at 754 pm and they were already locked before we arrived. This is how you lose customers poke joes. If your employees feel they need to close your operations early they gonna wreck you. Go woke go broke. Oh and definitely they deserve more than minimum wage because they know how to take care of your business and that's definitely worth more than minimum wages. read more

Friday lunch consisting of pork ribs and brisket was excellent. As good as I've had in Austin. Sides are always good.

Food is delicious and convenient, as always, priced nicely. Love the new brisket based chili for cold weather days when I don't have time to properly make my own! Best fried okra in town when prepared properly. read more

If you're looking for consistently good barbecue without any hype or pretentiousness, well congrats, you found it. We always get the fatty brisket, turkey and sausage along with whatever sides make us happy that day. My kids love their mac n cheese while I'm partial to the potato salad, slaw & beans. This place is a S. Austin staple that's sure to put a smile one your face. read more

I've gone to a few Pok e Jo's in town and for whatever reason this location is always consistently the best of them. The staff here is always super pleasant and happy to have you in (when it's a little slower you might get them to crack a joke or two). Now, if you're one of those BBQ elitists - you might look down your nose, but hey let's be fair and recognize that you get some pretty good que here. Breakdown of stuff I've had: Brisket - you can go moist or lean - but if you go lean prepare for it to be drier. I like to get a little mix of both which they'll be happy to do for you Chicken - I haven't had it but my office mate swears it's good Turkey - smoke flavoring throughout, but not as moist as I would prefer Ribs - generally pretty good although I've gotten a few dry ones before. Sausage - always good Pot Pie - filled with some veggies and smoked turkey. Really do like this - especially with the light flaky pie crust on top. Sauces: Regular - it's smoky and pretty basic not really sweet. Spicy - has a little tang to it but not really hot Habanero Peach - this one has a kick to it depending on how those habanero's are cooperating! Mac 'n Cheese - it's good Green Bean Casserole - like this one too - goopy goodness Jalapeño cornbread - yes please Fried Okra - so good - this is the way to improve vegetables - batter and fry them Potato Salad - it's good but not amazing coleslaw - mayo based - pretty good broccoli salad - nice to see you being healthy banana pudding - just a little bit of 'merica cobbler - ditto the puddin' I'd say that you get some healthy portions here. A two meat plate pretty much fills me up and a three meat puts me to sleep. I like to get the sauce on the side so it's not all ladled over the meat and I can control how much I get. If you're getting a drink - use a to go cup so you can take the rest with you. read more

Yum! What a neat place. Tucked in the Hobby Lobby lot, this place serves a delicious meal. Had a peaceful dinner with my toddler. The fixin bar had lots of options like fresh pico de gallo and pickles. My son enjoyed the fresh cut watermelon and mac n cheese. I had the potato with chopped beef. Oh read more

Traveling through Lynchburg and needed a quick lunch. We found pok e joes to be a real winner. The meats were smoked to perfection and the French fries are to die for. Service was fast and very nice. read more

It's not bad BBQ. Stopped in to get a meal to go for a group. Everything was okay, but not great. For the price there are definitely better Q joints around. This one is okay for a chain. read more

Delicious BBQ at an affordable price. Line was quick and food temperature great. The brisket and turkey were moist and the sides we're tasty. The green bean casserole and Mac n cheese were my favorite. The banana pudding was decent to most. The cleanliness of the building and seating were ok. Thought the seating was quite narrow. Some of the child booster seats were broken. read more

We stopped here on a Saturday on our way to my daughters house. We ordered the 3 meat platter for $18 to share - thankfully we were not very hungry - you get 2 pieces of each meat you order - ver small portion to how much you pay. We got the brisket, jalapeno sausage & port ribs - the brisket was just OK - the ribs I can do better at home. We also had a side of beans that had no flavor at all. Do yourself a favor and go someplace lese if your looking for good bar b que. read more

Okay so lets be honest.. other than Bill MIller's this is pretty much the worst case scenario for BBQ. Everything is either dry or tasteless or just not that great. I'll give them one point for the sausage as it tasted like a better beef sausage but it seemed to have been soaking in grease.. not sure what was going on there. The brisket and tenderloin were both dry ... so dry.. I wanted to stay away from the sugary sweet sauce but this meat was like cotton. Don't go here.. Don't Eat here.. Don't waste your time thinking about it. read more

Great quick and tasty BBQ. It's a cafeteria type setting. You tell them what you want and make your plate before sitting. The meats and sides are always delicious. My only problem is that it's a little pricey for me. read more

I had the prime beef plate, which was the best BBQ beef ever. Sadly, I won't be returning--turned off by the 15% tip they added to my check for no service whatsoever. read more

Pok-E-Jo's is definitely A-OK. My favorite of the meats is the sausage, soft and juicy. The turkey is pretty good, brisket is my least favorite, but not bad. The sides are great. Corn, Mac and Cheese, Beans. I have tried some of the others, casseroles and okra ...those are pretty good too. $31.99 for family pack: 2 lbs of meat and 3 big cups of sides. They say it feeds 4 people, that is 4 hungry adults. Great Value. And the sweet tea is excellent! read more

Pok-e-Jo's - Brodie Oaks - Family Pack $31.99 - 2 Lbs Meat and 3 sides - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Very good food and vibe from the staff. The recommendations on sauce were on point as well.

I keep forgetting about Pok-E-Jo's. They have some capable BBQ and an assortment of sides you don't always see. They fry the okra to order too. Top it off with a pickle bar and you've got something. Why three stars? It's kind of expensive. The freshly fried okra can still be a little dicey. The brisket is good, but not great. And they took pickled okra off the pickle bar. In case you don't know, I love okra. But if you're looking for somewhere you can get in, get a plate, and get to eating lunch, this is it. They have a good sized room for eating and the serving line is quick. read more

We did our wedding catering with Poke E Jo's last year and we got nothing but compliments about the food. We didn't have a chance to really enjoy the food. We were the center of attention and had to focus on photos and speaking to everyone. We wished we could've done really savor the food. The catering did an amazing job delivering the food. We both reminisced our wedding and talked about trying the food again. So we decided to show up again a year later to celebrate our anniversary and to relive memories by having the food from our wedding. The gentleman on September 29, 2020 around 7:45pm-8pm was very professional and took care of us to help us celebrate our moment. It made us feel special and we appreciated the above and beyond service. He deserves more recognition and a raise for his prompt and amazing service. The food was amazing and we're super happy to do it again a year later. We drove from San Antonio and would be happy to see more locations closer to our city. read more

Pok-e-Jo's - Brodie Oaks - Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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