R &amp; S Barbeque

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I really enjoyed making at stop at R&S. First it's a family-owned small business and they could not have been more helpful and welcoming. The BBQ is really good with lots of smoke coming through. Sides are also nice and the portions are Texas size. It's a great atmosphere to have a stop if you're in the Waco area. read more

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Zac G.

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Named for its owners Richard and Shannon, this tiny hole-in-the-wall BBQ joint is the real deal. It offers sandwiches, meats (chicken, brisket, ribs, sausage, chopped beef, ham, or turkey) by the pound or in combination plates, and desserts. From slaw and mac n cheese to peach cobbler and banana pudding, the accompaniments are BBQ classics though you can also get nachos and tacos here too. I stopped by for a brisket sandwich. At $14 with chips included, it wasn't cheap, but it was absolutely worth it. For starters, the sandwich was sizeable, a two-hander if there ever was one. It was also very tasty. The moist, smoky brisket was among the best I've ever had, and it paired well with pickles and onions. Though the meat delivered plenty of flavor, the housemade sauce added a welcome tang. R & S may not be as big, as well-appointed, as storied, or as well-known as some of Waco's other BBQ establishments, but if you're coming for the food above all, you can't go wrong here. read more

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JB T.

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Delicious BBQ! Their desserts are fantastic too. Try the yummy fried cabbage and chili beans for your sides. I usually get the sliced brisket and ribs because they are so good I cannot tear myself away from them to try something else! Do yourself a favor and stop by for their amazing food. Open Tuesday through Saturday. read more

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J M.

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Fattiest brisket sandwich I've ever had, and it was $20. Lady behind the counter did not want to talk to me about the menu at all, maybe she was having a bad day. Didn't feel very welcome and won't be going back. read more

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Jaquelyn J.

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This place is an absolute gem. It's barbecue but with soul & I am so excited I saw it while out running around. The service was quick & friendly, & the small dining area is well decorated & homey. If you want to support local, delicious food, come here!! read more

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Kirt V.

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We went here for lunch yesterday had the 3 meat platter pork brisket sausage everything was good

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L.P W.

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I got the brisket sandwich. It was sooo good and tender! It was enough for 2 sandwiches. It was definitley worth it. 10 out of 10 would recommend. read more

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Brenna H.

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This place was really good. The service was friendly and prompt. The mac & cheese is delicious, as well as the potato salad. The ribs were good. I do prefer them a little more wet Vs the dry seasoning but they were still good. It's a cute little spot with good food at a reasonable price. read more

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Clarese W.

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The service was fast and efficient. The food was good although I had half as leftovers

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Phyllis S.

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I love this place! The owners are very friendly too. I ordered 6 lbs of Brisket and 1 lb of chopped for Easter and It was sooo good, my family loved it. They are a small business and they are well worth trying. Give them a visit on Richland Dr. Best barbecue in Waco! read more

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Dale O.

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If you ever find yourself in Waco. Please stop by R & S BBQ. The ribs fall off the bone and are really delicious! The service is wonderful. The ambulance is really nice. I highly recommend this place. read more

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T.J. S.

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11 months ago

Good BBQ, friendly folks. The plate meals are stacked I could not finish it all in one setting.

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Good place to eat. Very chill and the chopped beef was awesome. I finished the entire plate. Will definitely go back read more

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R & S Barbeque - First time try. In my opinion it was very good. Loved the chopped beef. Needless to say I finished it all. Will return. - Barbeque Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Vicki S.

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The smoked turkey sandwich was sooo delicious. I ate the whole thing, but I shouldn't have. It was huge!! The people were so special. Very nice. I would definitely go there again read more

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Cris H.

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Excellent food! We were very pleased with everything we ordered. The owners were very nice and welcoming and their prices were fair. Highly recommend. read more

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Robin B.

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Ordered half pound of sliced brisket. Great flavor. Friendly service. Very clean restaurant

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Heather I.

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This place has fantastic bbq! Unfortunately I didn't get a picture. We tried sliced brisket, links,ribs, green beans, and chili beans. Everything had great flavor. The meat was incredibly juicy and the portions were huge. We didn't try the sauce because the meat was so good, it didn't need it. Everything is very clean and the owner was very friendly. We will definitely return when we're in the area. I highly recommend giving it a try. read more

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Darleen H.

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This place is AMAZING!!! Love this brisket and how lean it is (ask for it) the green beans to die for!! Always quick service with a smile!!

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Jamie C.

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I am not even sure where to begin! Food or the owners? Both AMAZING. We stopped here after leaving our only child at Baylor. We live in California and consider ourselves foodies. The husband is from TX originally, so can be pretty picky about BBQ. The food was amazing! The ribs were so tender and falling off the bone, the sides were all fantastic! I got so full so fast, we actually took our left overs as we headed back to the airport because I couldn't leave this amazing food. Sharon asked us how we liked it and made sure we're were good throughout our meal. After we finished we started talking to Richard and Sharon about leaving our daughter, where we were from, etc. Sharon asked if she could say a prayer for our daughter and us. Being from CA, this is new to me, but in no way did I under appreciate her amazingly kind gesture. She held hands with us and said the most amazing prayer. Brought me to tears, after I asked if I could hug her. The hug was genuine and warm, felt like family. So go for the best food or the nicest people....just go! read more

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Karli F.

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Couldn't have enjoyed this experience more! The owner Sharon was working the counter when we came in around 5:20. They close at 6 but she was just as gracious as if we'd walked in earlier. We were the only people dining in at the time. They were sold out of ribs but they found two for my 5 year old and threw in some Mac and cheese for free! (Don't worry we tipped extra) Fall off the bone...we all snuck bites. The chopped beef sandwich was HUGE and so delicious. Some of the best chopped beef I've had. The brisket was fork tender with very little fat. The brisket tacos were also HUGE--four tacos. The turkey breast was moist, not dry at all. Strong smoke flavor on the turkey since they use mesquite in their smoker. The owner Richard came out to check on us and chat a bit. So kind all around. The place was clean and we felt like family. Overall five stars based on kind service, prices, delicious flavor, portions, cleanliness. Wish I lived closer! read more

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Joshua W.

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Awesome folks here! Food was legit! What a great little place! We had the brisket. I'll be returning to try some other menu items.

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Matt S.

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Oh. So THIS is what brisket is supposed to taste like. I am sad I've gone so long without having this restaurant in my life. read more

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Sherry B.

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Great barbecue! We're from CA and we were in visiting San Antonio for a conference. We decided to drive out to Fort Worth after the conference to see our daughter since we were in Texas. We decided to stop in Waco and try this place for lunch. We both had the brisket, mac and cheese, potato salad and sweet tea as per most of the reviewers recommended. Everything was delicious. The owners were very nice. Our only complaint was we didn't have room for a piece of one of the delicious looking cakes they had. 10/10 Loved it! read more

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Jerry D.

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Back for more and they continue to knock it out of the park. Since last review I have had ribs, turkey sandwich, chili beans and cowboy pack. Everything is delicious, well priced and comes out quick. Come support this local establishment, kicking out great food read more

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Kirby K.

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Great bbq and great service! My family and I love the turkey, brisket, chicken and ribs. My husband really likes the potato salad. Customer service is always amazing. They always go above and beyond. It's a small business, support them! read more

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Unassuming strip center hiding a little bbq restaurant. The brisket melts in your mouth. And as all bbq should be, you can eat it without sauce. The staff are very friendly and polite. read more

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Tim C.

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The brisket (moist) sandwich and chili beans were delicious. Service was friendly. Would go back again if I lived there.

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Lauren B.

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We tried R&S for the first time today, and I'm sorry we waited so long. I've walked by several times in the past and thought it smelled good, and I'm glad we finally got to try it today. We had the family pack, which was plenty of food for 4 people. We tried the chicken, brisket, turkey, and links, as well as the potato salad and mac & cheese. The mac was excellent (really, really, really good), with lots of flavor and a little kick of spice. The links were especially good as well. The brisket had good flavor but was a bit dry for my taste, but honestly, everything else was so good, I'm going to assume it was a fluke and try again next time. We'll definitely go back. read more

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Karmen L.

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So good! We ordered for a family and tried the brisket, ribs, chicken and most of the sides. Everything was delicious. The ribs were in my top 5, and I've had a lot! read more

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Janet B.

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GREAT bbq for a great price! finally tasty bbq i can afford to buy regularly, I'll be back for more and take photos. I ate it too fast before I could pull my phone out. I never like sausage, but their sausage is delicious. Brisket is great too, sauce is A+!! I enjoyed the potato salad, it has lots of large chunks of boiled eggs in it just like my southern grandma makes--You can't get that anywhere else!!! This place is a must try!!! read more

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Wanda R.

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Nice portions. Great smoke flavor. Friendly staff. Not too crazy about the sauce. Great deserts too!

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Regina T.

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I was looking for good BBQ and opened yelp to find out what the community was recommending, and R & S was getting great reviews, so I ventured out. The BBQ chicken, links, and ribs were so good. The ribs and chicken were tender and had a nice smokey taste. The mac & cheese, omg, I wanted to get back in my car and go get more it was so good. I have not had BBQ this good in a long time. This restaurant truly makes me happy to live in Waco. read more

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Charles J.

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Hands-down, the best barbecue in Waco I have had. Ribs are delicious. Brisket is wonderful and you have got to try their banana pudding.

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Lindsey B.

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Their brisket is some of the best I've had in a long time and their potato salad is on point!

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We were in Waco for one night and were craving bbq. We found R&S online and we're not disappointed. The restaurant was spotless even the kitchen which we could see through the open door. Cleanliness is super important to me so I was happy even before we got our to go food. The owners were friendly and welcoming. We ordered brisket, ribs, green beans and butter cake. Everything was awesome. The meat was cooked perfectly, the bbq sauce was awesome , the butter cake melted in my mouth and the beans were just like my grandma use to make. Super glad we found this place. read more

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Super friendly !! And food is delicious .. loved everything about this place ! Will definitely be coming back

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Some of the best barbecue in Waco. All of their meats pack the flavor I love. The ribs, chopped beef, and links are my go tos. Awesome family owned spot. read more

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Dulce W.

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Please bring your appetite! Ribs & chicken are tender, juicy & fall off the bone! Brisket was also tender & juicy. None of it needed sauce, it was just added flavor to the meats. Great food & wonderful people. read more

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This is my first visit to this place. I just asked Siri to locate barbecue places near me and this one popped up! Incredible brisket, sausage and sides. Fast, friendly service. I know I'll be back.......I have to try the ribs! read more

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1101 Richland Dr
Ste 6A
Waco, TX 76710
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(254) 424-9500
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Hours

What time does R & S Barbeque open?

R & S Barbeque opens at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does R & S Barbeque close?

R & S Barbeque is closed on Monday and Sunday.R & S Barbeque closes at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun ClosedTue-Sat 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Payment methods

Does R & S Barbeque take credit cards?

Yes, R & S Barbeque takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does R & S Barbeque have catering options?

Yes, R & S Barbeque does have catering options.

Does R & S Barbeque have a drive thru?

No, R & S Barbeque does not have a drive thru.

Does R & S Barbeque serve alcohol?

No, R & S Barbeque does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does R & S Barbeque allow dogs?

Yes, R & S Barbeque allows dogs.

Does R & S Barbeque have TVs?

Yes, R & S Barbeque has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does R & S Barbeque have outdoor seating?

No, R & S Barbeque does not have outdoor seating options.

Does R & S Barbeque have parking?

Yes, R & S Barbeque has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is R & S Barbeque wheelchair accessible?

Yes, R & S Barbeque is wheelchair accessible.

Does R & S Barbeque have free WiFi?

Yes, R & S Barbeque has free WiFi.

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3.8 mi

Be back for more pies and beers this coming Saturday. Meeting the girls for birthday lunch! Love…read morethis place!

Gives chill hangout spot vibes upon first entering in and offers quick walk up ordering service…read more The pizza itself however was of average quality. Better than most in the area but the sauce and cheese did not seem fresh. I will say the crust on the edges was crispy and has seasoning which was good, but the dough was thicker and chewier than I expected. This being said, I will say that if I lived in the area I would absolutely come back to catch a good game, decent pizza, and maybe try some of their many unique craft beers.

Tossing a pizza six feet in the air. Impressive Wow.

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Cindy L.

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nice owners!! the best bbq in WACO. can't go wrong !!! love the homemade sauce & fall off the bone ribs! meat is tender! their chopped bbq sandwich is very filling read more

Mitzi H.

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5 years ago

Our food was great! The owner/workers were nice friendly people. I would most definitely recommend this barbecue place and will be returning. read more

Andy L.

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5 years ago

Perfect smoke flavor, tender brisket, wonderful service!!!! Can't wait to come back!

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