On the way home, we stopped at one of the Top 50 Texas BBQ spots in Midland Texas. This is our 48th…read moreof the top 50 BBQ places we visited. Half Acre BBQ: Midland's High-Plains Pitstop Delivers on Ribs and Big Oil Energy If you are rolling through West Texas on I-20, Half Acre BBQ in Midland is a worthwhile stop for anyone hunting down top-tier Texas Monthly Top 50 honors. Housed in a pristine, modern facility, the restaurant boasts ample parking and plenty of seating both indoors and out on the patio. By 11:00 AM on a Wednesday, a steady line was already forming--clearly a favorite weekday lunch hub for the local oil and gas crowd. The Meats: Pork Ribs (The Star of the Show): Absolute perfection. Coated in a balanced salt-and-pepper rub and finished with a subtle honey glaze, these ribs strike the ideal balance between savory and sweet. They feature a flawless bite--tender enough to pull cleanly off the bone without falling apart. Turkey: Exceptionally juicy and moist throughout, framed by a well-seasoned bark that keeps every bite flavorful. Jalapeño & Cheddar Sausage: Made with a traditional coarse grind rather than a double grind, offering a great natural texture. Packed with a generous amount of real cheddar and jalapeño, all snapped tightly inside a firm, crisp casing. Brisket: Respectable, though slightly mixed. The bark carries good flavor without being overly peppery, but it lacks a prominent smoke ring. While the outer edges are tender, the interior meat leans a little dry and stringy. The Sides & Extras: Green Chile Mac & Cheese: Creamy, rich cheddar sauce infused with just the right level of green chile heat. It makes for a standout side that cuts through the rich pork ribs exceptionally well. Jalapeño Poppers: Classic cream cheese-filled peppers wrapped in bacon. The bacon is rendered and cooked nicely, and the cream cheese cools down the pepper's kick. While solid, mixing in some leftover brisket or chopped chicken would elevate them to elite status. BBQ Sauce: The house sauce flavor didn't quite hit the mark, but the smoked meats hold their own so well that sauce isn't necessary--save for adding a splash of moisture to the leaner cuts of brisket. The Verdict: Half Acre BBQ fully earns its spot on the state's pitmaster map. While the brisket has room for a touch more moisture, the outstanding pork ribs, juicy turkey, and top-tier sides make it an essential stop in Midland TX.

Texas barbecue exactly the way I want it: counter service, butcher paper, brisket, sausage and…read morefried okra. The brisket was the standout. Proper bark, plenty of smoke and tender without turning into pot roast. Sausage was great too, and fried okra with barbecue should probably be mandatory everywhere. Nothing precious about the place. Get in line, order meat, eat meat. Midland did me right.

The name of this food truck is misleading. None of what I got tasted like Thai food at all. It's…read morecloser to food that you can expect from a frozen bag at a grocery store. I know this sounds harsh but that really was what it reminded me of. The basil fried rice was pretty bad. First off, there was barely any basil in it so it's hard to call it a basil fried rice. The rice was undercooked and about half of the bites I had were crunchy. Chicken wasn't seasoned at all so very bland. There was also mushroom in it. I'm a fan of mushrooms but to have it in a basil fried rice is just odd. I also asked for a spice level of 3 out of 5 which is typical, or actually expected, at a Thai place but it was as mild as can be. The mango sticky rice wasn't much better. The sticky rice seemed old and the mangoes weren't really sweet. I could see why they were offering a BOGO deal on this. Overall, not impressed even by Midland standards.

I love their chicken pad Thai. They will make it whatever heat index you want- they do it quickly…read moreand always with a smile. Support local businesses and give it a try!

I'm just not crazy about steak fingers. Most people love them…read more They are know for the best steak fingers in Andrews!

Did I already rate this place? Haha I've heard about it for…read moreyears and finally tried it a couple months ago. It lives up to its hype! Remember, this place has been on national TV before...extremely consistent, hot and fresh steak fingers that can't be beat! I'm glad I was in the Midland-Odessa area because we made a trip just to Andrews for Buddy's. The $20 basket can be shared. The gravy is great and so are the fries and slaw. This drive-in/drive-up was delicious. If we make it back that way, we will enjoy Buddy's again! For now, I'll remember it in my dreams ...hahaha!

Great place for casual dining…read more The food is fresh and very good. They are very willing to make additions and substitutions and they always have a manager or even owner on site. They keep the facility clean and the employees are friendly. When I have placed large orders ahead they are always on time! I wish the patio was covered!

Ordered 4 different types of tacos 1 was ok 2 were edible and the last was the worst taco I've…read moretasted in my life (al pastor). and sauce portions had left much to be desired and small portions.

Dang Super Pollo! You went hard with those Birria Tacos. Anyone coming and ordering anything else…read morebut not ordering the Birria Tacos is missing out. Coming from El Paso I was skeptical but these were EXCELLENT! Very clean establishment and friendly staff. Come in and get the birria tacos with the salsa de árbol!

I highly recommend their Taco Salad. It was so fresh and the vegetables are all separate in the…read morebowl. It's better than any sit down restaurant. The flavor of meat is requisite.

i came here with my hubby bubby to eat in the morning we got seated pretty fast the food was a wait…read morebut it was definitely worth it

I''ve been to several Mexican restaurants in Midland, and honestly, most of them have been…read moredisappointing--poor service and food that just didn't feel authentic. This place completely changed that for me. I finally decided to give it a try and absolutely loved it. I sat at the bar, and the bartender--a young Hispanic guy with a nose piercing--was super friendly and welcoming. He made me an Old Fashioned, but his own Hispanic-style twist on it, and it was amazing. For food, I ordered the discada, and let me tell you, it's enough to feed at least four people. A huge mix of different meats, all packed with flavor. I also had chips and queso, and the queso was delicious--perfectly creamy and addictive. The service was excellent from start to finish, and the food was exactly what I've been searching for. I would come back here a million times over any other Mexican restaurant in Midland. I highly recommendthisplace

First of all, I don't even know how the rice and beans are all over this entire plate. It's like it…read morewas thrown in there. I placed the food on the floor as I was driving just down the street. I waited over 30 minutes just to get three Asada tacos, rice and beans. Tacos and beans are good. The rice did not taste right to me. They should probably have people who care a little more to handle your food.

Good little taco truck located in Midland. I order birria tacos whenever I get a chance so when I…read moreget sent to Midland, TX for work, guess what I'm looking for. Ordering food like birria tacos can get messy especially when getting it delivered. With that being said, El Dollar did a great job in packaging my food to make sure everything didn't spill. The food itself is pretty good. I thought the tacos had a great flavor along with the birria. They also added pickled carrots and a jalapeño which was a great touch. The burrito express was very salty. It tasted like they accidentally spilled a bit too much salt and just spread it around. It was difficult to eat. The other flavors were good besides that. Overall, I would recommend going here to get your birria tacos fix in!