Best BBQ joint in town. The chopped beef sandwich is always on point, the ribs and pulled pork are…read moregood as well. Sides are also really good, everything tastes homemade. Always recommend to my friends and family looking for some amazing Texas BBQ

Try the one now in Waxahachie now open at the 287 Business bypass in Sardis address in Midlothian…read morebut we will share. Bbq is legit so damn good you want to lick the plate. Portions are huge big appetite try the bbq potato, come hungry!

Update from my last review after trying my food and Reason…read morewhy I said tried my food because the cabbage they sold me was old and you still served it to make money which I wasted 8dollars for a. Medium and 3 dollars per wing that was dried out, I wish you all were honest people and just said that you were out of cabbage but being greedy will make you lose customers because I will never patronize you all ever again and will not recommend you all to no one else and I normally purchase from you all but not no more

We waited an hour and ten minutes for our food. All three of us had brisket and ribs. I can't…read morethink of a reason why a BBQ place can't easily serve up brisket and ribs in a more reasonable time period. BBQ was adequate but pricy for a food truck. We were there for lunch, and because of the long wait time, one in our party had to take the food with him. I don't recommend and will never return. So many better places to go for good BBQ. Terrible customer service. They use a speaker to take your order and keep the window where you place your order heavily tinted and partially closed. Just a bad overall experience.

I stopped by after finding this BBQ spot on Yelp, originally planning to order the loaded baked…read morepotato I saw online. After seeing one come out of the kitchen, I quickly realized it was massive and way more food than I wanted, so I switched to the one-meat, two-side plate with brisket, greens, and potato salad. The first thing that stood out was the customer service. The young lady at the register was absolutely wonderful--friendly, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely professional. She made ordering easy and set a great tone for the entire visit. Top-tier customer service is becoming rare, and she definitely deserves recognition. As for the food, the brisket was good, and overall the meal was enjoyable. For my personal taste, everything was a bit over-seasoned, especially the greens, which had a strong liquid smoke flavor. That said, I should also mention that I haven't eaten heavily seasoned Southern-style food in quite a while, so my palate is much more sensitive than it used to be. Someone who loves bold, smoky flavors may enjoy it much more than I did. One thing I absolutely loved was discovering that this is actually two businesses sharing one space with Soul Pizza Kitchen. I think that's a beautiful example of collaboration, community, and entrepreneurship. The pizza menu looked incredibly creative, and I'll definitely come back to try one of those soul-inspired pizzas. I always enjoy supporting Black-owned businesses, and it's even more inspiring to see two businesses thriving together under one roof. Wishing both continued success and prosperity.

I was in Dallas for about 48 hours and knew I had to try some barbecue while running errands. I…read morecame across this spot in a shopping center right near where I needed to be, checked the reviews, and decided to give it a shot and I'm so glad I did. As soon as I walked in, who I believe was the owner greeted me and was one of the kindest, most welcoming people I've met. He took the time to walk me through the menu and answer my questions, which I really appreciated. I ended up ordering one of their loaded potatoes with pulled pork and beef, and it was incredible (you get a good amount of meat) honestly this potato was big enough for two people to share. I also tried the mac and cheese and green beans soooo good! I didn't finish most of it, but only because I had to get back to work I knew if I ate the whole thing, I wouldn't get anything done after! That's how filling it was. The atmosphere was great too. Plenty of seating, multiple TVs playing NCAA games very welcoming vibe. There was a steady flow of takeout orders I can imagine this place gets pretty busy on weekends. As someone from Los Angeles, it was really refreshing to experience such genuine hospitality. You don't always get that level of care and patience when ordering back home. I'm already looking forward to my next trip to Dallas so I can come back and try more of the menu.

Loved Mija BBQ! The food was delicious (don't skip the chicken nachos ), and the service was…read morefantastic. The outdoor seating and playground make it SUCH a great spot for moms with littles, playdates, and easy family dinners. Total win

I have been on a mission to collect barbecue joints all over greater DFW, and on a beautiful day we…read moredecided to take a drive to Cedar Hill, a charming little hamlet we had never explored before. I was genuinely excited to try this spot. When we arrived around 1 pm on a Thursday, the place was empty. They mentioned that we had just missed the lunch rush. There is a large field out back with lots of picnic tables, so I can absolutely imagine this place getting busy and lively. It just was not bustling while we were there. We ordered a two meat plate with ribs and brisket, along with elote and mac and cheese. We also added hot honey wings and tallow fries. I really wanted to love it more than I did. The sides were barely warm, the brisket was a bit too tough for my taste, the fries were too skinny (also barely warm) and the wing skin was softer than I prefer- he wings have potential - I would have loved them crisped up before being sauced. Overall, the food landed in the middle for me. That said, the interior is super cute and has a welcoming vibe, and the guy working the register was very friendly. I am glad we made the drive and checked it out, especially on such a pretty day in Cedar Hill.

I drove from Houston to Dallas for Thanksgiving. I had no idea my family wasn't cooking they were…read morecatering this year. The food was from Rays and everything was terrible. The ham. Dry. Turkey all white meat and dry. Cornbread stuffing was an unflavored brick that was thrown away. The greens. Canned. Green beans unseasoned. Mac and cheese unseasoned. Mashed potatoes tasted like instant potatoes. My aunt tried to salvage the meal by seasoning EVERYTHING and rebaking the Mac with additional cheese. Which caused the Mac to be over cooked but tolerable. I have never in my life not finished a plate or left w/o leftovers for a thanksgiving meal. We threw away the leftovers and dinner was terrible. I'm not sure if this is the norm for this business but if the regular menu is terrible like the catered meal on an important holiday was I can not and do not recommend.

I saw mixed reviews here, as on most businesses it's hit or miss. But today they warranted a…read moresterling review. I'm not from DeSoto, was visiting a friend & took my 4 grandkids there for a late lunch. The lady behind the counter was friendly enough taking our order. But when I asked for french fries or fried okra, she told me to go next door - actually referred me to the restaurant next door! She said to go order that while she prepares our food. I did but when I got back, the teens had already rec'd their sandwiches. She brought me mine & asked if I had ordered my fries. I said yes but it will take 7 minutes. What? She said - it doesn't take that long. You start on your sandwich & I'll go get your fries. She went next door & came back with my fries! The okra wasn't ready, she said she'd go back for that, which she did! Her hubby, Ray came out for a break (it was well after the lunch rush on a Saturday) & she introduced us. What out of this world service!! Ray sat down in a booth with another gentleman who was watching a football game on the restaurant's TV up in the corner. The restaurant was spotless. Tables were neat and floor was spotless. You must wear a mask to enter any of the restaurants in the shopping center. You place your order at a huge plexiglass protecting the employees. Now about the food - OMG the sandwich was huge! and so fresh. We all got chopped beef - the sandwich was packed with fresh, hot tasty meat. It was served with a little cup of BBQ sauce, awesome flavor. The bun was fat, fresh, toasted and hot. One grandson order pulled pork - he said it was amazing. Another grandson ordered a loaded baked potato, that looked good, but it was gone quickly, so I didn't get a photo. When we left, my pickup wouldn't start. I asked the boys to go in & ask if they had jumper cables. They returned saying that Ray's wife would go get cables. Seconds later she left & ret'd shortly. She pulled up next to me & the gentleman who was inside watching the game came out & applied the cables for us. My truck started right away. I gave her a hug (can't believe I didn't ask her name) and she told me to be blessed. Then she turned to the teens and said ya'll be blessed! We did honestly receive a blessing by stopping here. This will be my go-to place when I am visiting my buddy in DeSoto. Thank goodness for sweet, kind & caring people who go out of their way for you. And visit the suburbs occasionally - we big-city people need to get away more often!

Best bbq in Texas and the staff is really nice I talked to the cashier I think his name was Ruben…read moreEvans he was the best

I wouldn't recommend anyone to cone here. Always out of Food on the menu. The customer service…read moreisn't worth the prices on the menu..

We went to Smokey Joe's because it landed on the Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ list... and I'll say it…read morestraight, it earned every bit of that recognition. Honestly, it wouldn't shock me if it cracks the Top 10 next time around. This place is exactly what you want in a serious BBQ joint. Small. No frills. Tucked off I-35 in Oak Cliff. A handful of tables inside, a few more outside, and zero wasted energy on anything that doesn't involve the food. That's usually a good sign... and it was. I went all in with the Texas Trinity Plate. Brisket, pork ribs, jalapeño sausage. No regrets. The brisket was the star. Deep, dark bark with a heavy pepper kick that hit right away. Perfect smoke ring. Tender without falling apart. Juicy without being greasy. Every bite had that rich, smoky flavor that separates good BBQ from the real deal. The ribs were solid. Great flavor, nice bite, but leaned a little heavy on the smoke for me. Not a deal breaker, just noticeable. Still very good and worth ordering. The jalapeño cheddar sausage was a win. Juicy, packed with flavor, and just enough heat to keep things interesting without overpowering everything else. Then the surprise... the sweet potato casserole. That thing deserves its own review. Rich, slightly sweet, and those candied pecans on top took it to another level. Not an afterthought side, this was legit. Bottom line... Smokey Joe's is the kind of place BBQ people talk about when they say "you've gotta try this spot." It absolutely holds its own among the best in Texas, especially outside that elite Top 10 tier. If you're serious about BBQ, don't overthink it. Go.

Had to visit this Texas monthly top 50 barbecue joint and it did not disappoint. For being a top 50…read morelocation, I was surprised that there was no wait to get in. I got my usual of brisket and ribs. They tossed in some burn ends. I had their mac & cheese, which is some of the best I've ever had and their beans which are also outstanding. Everything I had was delicious. The staff was very friendly, the service was very fast. Although it's a small space, the dining room room is very nostalgic looking with lots of photos and articles of how many times they've been recognized. I highly recommend you check it out if you haven't already.

Did a too good to go order - no this isn't sponsored! But it was a surprise meal of 1 meat and 2…read morerandom sides. It was a little difficult to find but when I walked in it was empty. But there's plenty of seating for small or large parties. Tonight must've been a slow night because after this review, I'm going back! Meat chicken quarter 8/10: nice flavor, cooked perfectly. The bbq sauce was decent too. Sweet potatoes 9/10: these were some of the best sweet potatoes I've ever had. If they made this a pie, I'd buy one every week! Flavor was on point, not too sweet or overly cooked. Greens 7/10: these had good flavor too. My only gripe is I wish they had less stems but I'd get these again too. I did doctor them up when I got home but that was just a preference not a must. Looking forward to trying the bbq next time.

When they 1st came to Cedar Hill, they literally lived up to the name, WINNERS!!! I was visiting…read morethe location twice a week, TWICE A WEEK!! Lately they slowly fell off in consistency. You may or may not have a good food experience. Yesterday, I did not. These ribs are DRY and HARD!! Bake potato use to be my go to. Today I just wanted my money back. I just want them to go back to whatever the magic was before and be consistent with it. Definitely wasn't an $18 plate today but if you go tomorrow (consistency is a must!!)

My best friend and I could not decide on what we wanted so we bought the Salmon BLT with sweet…read morepotato fries and the Soul Food Burrito and split both. The food was awesome!!! The salmon was tasty and I'm not a big salmon eater. I've acquired a taste for it for health reasons. I put some blue cheese on my fries because ketchup doesn't go with sweet potatoes, I've determined. Our food was neatly packaged and still hot when we received it through delivery. It was delivered within a timely manner, as well. I'm sure that we'll order again for dinner during our hangout fun!!

Amazing food fish was cooked to a perfection and the fries were crispy and delicious will…read moredefinitely visit again soon

Labor Day weekend and wanted some BBQ and this place didn't disappoint on the brisket, pork or…read moresausage. Nice size portions at a nice price. Enjoyed it.

Ordered some French fries with chopped beef in top with white onion. The beef was chopped finely…read moreand was fatty and flavor less! It lacked salt! The fries were hot and the onions were chopped in chunks instead of in slices that are thin! The service was quick and I am sure it may have been a good environment to eat in. I got this order to go! I really wanted Mesquite BBQ on Davis street in Mesquite Texas but they were not open on this day!