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    Soulman's Bar-B-Que

    3.1 (70 reviews)
    InexpensiveBarbeque
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Buttermilk Pie
    Rick B.

    Solid choice amongst standard buffet-line BBQ options! Friendly meat-cutters and servers helped us with our OutaSight Special and Rib Plate. The chopped briscuit was lean, and I saw them trim off fatty edges that many BBQ places would've simply ground into the chopped meat. This impressed me right away! The sandwich also came with a loaded baked potato, and it was great! My ribs were fantastic, and the 1/2 Slab (with okra & potato salad sides) filled me up! Note: If you don't like the vinegar smell of Carolina-style BBQ sauce, better get the sauce on the side. Our Buttermilk Pie was tasty, even though I was too full to eat much. Iced Tea and soft drinks. Large dining area, small parking lot.

    Best Ever ribs
    Rosa A.

    Best BBQ ribs ever, sorry St. Louis. Mmmm No sauce required, but both regular and spicy were very nice. Potato salad was picnic worthy and the cole slaw rivals KFC, but a bit bigger pieces.

    The no frills interior
    Courtney K.

    Bottom Line: Exceptional service, decent bbq too. My coworkers told me that trying Soulman's Bar-B-Que was a right of passage so after landing at Love Field I headed straight to this location in Rockwall. I tried to blend in and look like a local but I must have looked out of place because the lovely employee walked me through the selection process pointing out where I could grab a tray, find drinks, get sauces, etc. I appreciate that she immediately could tell I would need some guidance along the way and she did it in such a charming way. I would go back to Soulman's again based on my interactions with her alone - her seamless and natural hospitality. Since everything is bigger in Texas I figured I better go big or go home. Given that, I got the "Build Your Own BBQ Plate" with two meats. After all, I couldn't go to Soulman's and just get one meat! I tried the ribs and chicken and for a side I went with a baked potato with all the fixin's (aka a loaded baked potato). The ribs were good, the chicken was average and needed sauce and the potato hit the spot. One aspect I don't want to overlook is that they have Coca-Cola products so I was able to get a big 32 oz. cup of diet Coke. That really hit the spot. As I expected, the interior is very casual, no frills and a bit dated.

    Free cones!
    Jessica M.

    The macaroni and cheese is excellent. Brisket was a little dry but totally fixable with bbq sauce. Fast service so we could eat right away. Which is great when you have two hangry teenagers. Free ice cream cone was was awesome!

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    Value could've been better. Restaurant was clean. I felt the vibe was decent overall.

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    Bbq was ok. They have a few locations. It's not the best and not the worst. If you are looking for a quick bite to eat, it's not bad.

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    Not a huge fan of counter service but the food is always generous and amazing! The tables are not always clean.

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    I thought food was very good. Had stuffed potato and brisket was delicious. So was sauce. Want to try other items.

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    Found a beetle in my spicy ranch beans, don't get Texas toast with my combo plate; everything after that was very disappointing.

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    They advertise vegetarian options for dinner, but all they really were were sides, and not dinners at all.

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    3 years ago

    Okay, this the best BBQ in the world #1, and the used to love it, now not so much the brisket was to fatty. My try again another time.

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    I used to love this place. I refuse to pay outrageous prices for half the food we used to get. Will never go back.

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    Rockwall?!? Where are you at? We have been walking past here for a couple months and finally…read moredecided to try. It's Friday night at 730 and there were 4 tables. I got nervous. Is this a sign??? No. It's no. Currently, they have beer and wine available. We ordered a beer and it was ice cold. For apps, we had half orders of the meteor bites and pickles. Both fantastic. Served with a yummy ranch and Chipotle ranch. Out fast and hot. Our server Cora was so pleasant and had such a strong desire to please. For dinner we both got the 205 plate. Two meats and two sides. For just over $20. It was a steal compared to most bbq joints. He got brisket and ribs. Both fantastic and I am not a rib girl. So tender. I got the pulled pork and chicken. Both good. But, I won't lie, his was better. Only complaint was wishing the food was just slightly warmer. For sides, creamy Mac n cheese (next time I am getting that topped with brisket), potatoe salad and Cole slaw. Zero complaints. Come on Rockwall. Show up and support a local business.

    I agree with some of the reviewers that the food needs to be stepped up a notch and service was a…read morebit slow. Our server was extremely friendly and helpful with the menu. Boss lady and I came in after the lunch rush. Only three other tables had customers. I ordered the 205 Plate with (what was to be fatty, not. It was cold and dry) brisket and the spicy sausage, which was delicious! My sides were green beans (with bacon) and fried okra...both very tasty. Loved the bread roll. We asked for butter, and they brought out some real whipped butter...SCORE! She had their special flat iron steak, cooked medium rare (always!) with salad and and fries (which need to be done more). Her steak was so tender and cooked perfectly! Dessert was their sampler. With a double order of banana pudding, a bread pudding and a chocolate cake. The best thing was the bread pudding but it needs a warm sauce on it. The others were just Ok. Overall, a good meal and experience. We'll be back to try something different.

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    Smoak Town BBQ I…read morestopped by Smoak Town BBQ after hearing great things -- and it definitely lived up to the hype! I ordered the one meat plate with brisket, mac & cheese, and beans. The brisket was tender, flavorful, and had that perfect smoke ring and bark you hope for in Texas barbecue. The beans were hearty and had shredded meat in them -- they were good, just a little spicier than my usual style. The mac & cheese was awesome -- creamy, cheesy, and the perfect comfort side. The barbecue sauce was spot-on too ~ rich, tangy, and full of flavor. The outdoor setup adds to the experience ~ picnic tables under a covered area, stacks of wood, and that unmistakable BBQ aroma in the air. It's got that laid-back, small-town Texas charm where everyone's just enjoying good food and good company. The lady who took our order was so sweet and welcoming -- a true example of Southern hospitality. She made the experience even better! The line wasn't long, and we didn't have to wait too long for our food -- a big plus on a busy day. They also have banana bread pudding, which I didn't get to try this time, but it's on my list for next visit. Overall, Smoak Town BBQ is a solid spot that earns its Texas Monthly Top 50 recognition. Great food, friendly service, and an authentic Texas BBQ vibe. I only give HONEST and TRUE Reviews from the Heart. Thank you for taking the time to read it & react to it.

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    We had a great late lunch here on a Friday afternoon. Our server was super sweet and made great…read moresuggestions on beer and food options. The build-your-own burger I made (blt, mayo, and added avocado spread) was FANTASTIC!! The fries were a hit. Sweet potato and plain were both the most amazing addition to their burgers. Loved the spicy and regular ranch! Okay now to the margarita. Strong and tasted pretty good. My husband enjoyed the beer options (purple haze and dark matter). My only beef with the harbor is the parking. I don't feel the infrastructure here is set up for this much volume of stores and customers. Of course this isn't the restaurants' fault.

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