Mediocre at best. Food was blah. Beans tasted sour. Unfriendly staff. Dirty interior.

Went to this place with our friends and the ladies working acted like they were pissed if that we showed up and didn't acknowledge us . We stood there for awhile and decided to leave since we were not acknowledged. I didn't want to even give 1 star but you have to to post Won't go back read more

Flavorful and plenty on your sandwich. Brisket is tender and soft buttery bun. Mamas Rueben is one of the best.

Great BBQ, they have daily specials. Ribs are my favorite. Check out the loaded potato or the deviled eggs.

If you're absolutely starving and only want "BBQ", just do without or suck it up and eat this food. I'm not telling you to not eat this place. Now, it's not horrendous, it's definitely edible. However, there are too many BBQ places that claim they have authentic BBQ, but in reality, they don't. In Brownwood, this is one of all of them. Their food is mediocre and well overpriced for what you get (quality, taste, portion size). Their customer service is good (hence the 2 stars). If I really, really want BBQ, then I'll plan to drive to Austin to get some (yes, the 2.5hr drive is worth it, as I usually do other things there). Or I'll just do without. I wouldn't recommend this place. read more

Went in the other night, I had looked online and found their menu and the menu said 1 lbs. Brisket 10.00, I went in and ordered a pound of Brisket and was told that it was 26 a pound. I said that is not what it says on your website, I was told that it hasn't been updated in years, with that said I got a half pound of Brisket @ 13 a pound, it wasn't that good, it was overdone and kinda dry, definitely NOT 26 a pound good. Very disappointed and I will never go back. read more

If there was no star review I would have chosen it. Our family was driving thru and decided to stop and eat at a bbq place and was horrified with the quality of the food.I ordered a turkey salad and was thinking it would be bbq turkey instead received turkey sliced in my salad and the cabbage was old and not fresh. There was also a fly in my salad. We paid $9.75 for this! As I was leaving I showed the lady that rang up our orders and told her and showed her the rotten cabbage her response was "Oh No" she offered to get me something else but at that moment I was already disappointed with the quality of the food. (Let me tell you the owners sat there and rolled their eyes at each other which I found to be rude) I have a business too and I always make it right for customers she didn't even bother. I would have gotten a better quality salad at Walmart. We spent $47.20 for a chicken salad which said it was in a bed of lettuce and no lettuce was with it, a Brisket sandwich, my BBQ Turkey salad, 1 drink 2 waters. For all this amount I could have gone elsewhere. Too expensive and quality of food is horrible. Don't come here. read more

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We stopped in here because it was the highest rated BBQ place in Brownwood. Big mistake, don't know how it has 4 stars. The brisket is like roast, the rib and the sausage were fair at best. My wife's burger was terrible, she only ate a few bites and I could only eat one bite. Those that rated this place high must be family. Do not stop and eat here, It's a waste of time and money. read more

Sticks BBQ, Etc - The lackluster burger. - Barbeque Near Me - Brownwood, Texas

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BEST BEST BESTTTT BBQ I've ever had!!! Literally my childhood, I can't wait to go back just to grab a plate. I always get extra slices of bread to dip in that BBQ sauce and beans. Miss it!!! read more

Girls working on front were really rude to my son who ordered for us. Acted like he was imposing on them by requiring them to listen to his order. BBQ is average at best and overpriced---no pickles or onions with a family pack. When I asked if they came with it--the girl grunted something that sounded like "yeah", but they were not with our order. read more

If you want some home grown amazing BBQ this is your spot. I make it a mission to come here every time I'm in in Brownwood or Stephenville. Family owned and operated, amazing selection, fresh sides, great smoked meat, and perfect deserts. Everything is incredibly good here. I'd add a picture if I didn't inhale my plate every time. read more

My second time at sticks. Had chop bbq sandwich and my wife had a ruben. Very good food and good service. Exceptionally clean. I will be back read more

Ice cold fries 3/4 "fat on brisket asked for lean, sauce on sandwich though didn't ask for it. Plus 'cold' staff. Not sure where the good reviews are coming from. Plus it's a pandemic folks food prep folks should have masks on. read more

I've eaten at Sticks May eight or nine times over several years and for the most part my lunch was good enough. Not so much today. I ordered sliced beef brisket, green beans and deviled eggs on the side. I expected a good cut of meat, with visible smoke ring and detectable smoked flavor that was why I would call on the tender side. I blame the brisket itself for some of the issue as the toughness varied over the slice, but the lack of good Smokey flavor makes me think this brisket got rushed, not the slow and low smoking I expect at noodle barbecue joints. The green beans were decently done. Fleshy pods cooked tender, not overcooked with good seasoned flavor. I love deviled eggs normally, but I having admit to being a bit spoiled by my wife's having back yard chickens for a few years. You can tell the difference between good yard chicken eggs and commercial eggs. Sticks clearly used commercial eggs, poor ones at that. These were pail and the flavor relied solely on the added condiments. This recipe yielded a too wet mixture had no zing, no layers of flavor whatsoever. Frankly I might check out their competition next time I find myself in Brownwood at lunchtime. read more

Very average but great service. Nothing that takes this place above a 3 star rating. But again the service was great and prices in line with what you get read more

I had the ribs, sliced brisket, beans, and sliced potatoes and it was great. I am not sure what the other two reviewers had but the food I had was good. The sauce was slightly spicy and went well with the meat. I paid $10 for my two meat plate. My wife had the chopped sandwich which she said was not that great. But neither of us crave chopped sandwiches from any restaurant but she did not feel like the meat plates. In the end I will be going there again. Underwoods and Section Hand Steak House nearby are good as well but their BBQ is not as good as Sticks. The fried chicken at Underwoods is amazing though. read more

This was a disappointing stop. Can you say "chintzy"? Meat wasn't terrible, just okay. They skimp on the fries, relish, etc. The bathroom needs a thorough cleaning and paper towels. Native Texans will be disappointed with this BBQ stop. read more

Mediocre BBQ at best. Second best in Brownwood, but that ain't sayin much. If you're in a hurry and just need to hit the drive thru its a decent BBQ sandwich, little to pricey for me for a quick lunch tho. read more

The good 1) The food was good 2) The place was clean and the bathroom was too 3) The staff was friendly The bad 1) The price is a bit too much for what you are getting 2) Seating is not very comfortable. 3) The menu is confusing, you really don't know what you are getting unless you ask! Not bad and would go there again read more

Went in a lunch time. The place was very busy, and we were limited on time, so we got take away. Stuffed baked potato was very good. Wish we would of had time to sit and enjoy. Great place. read more

Sticks bbq is the best in town for regular smoked brisket. The chopped beef is too greasy for me so I order the sliced brisket chopped up and it is delicious. They have quite a few choices on the menu now. And you can order a smoked chicken in the morning to pickup after work for dinner. They are delicious too. Restaurant is always clean which gave them their fifth star. read more

My favorite thing about Sticks are the desserts: The German Chocolate Cake is great and I'm picky about that cake as it is my favorite!

I experienced burger heaven last night. Stopped in and decided to get the Pepperbelly Pattymelt Plate. It comes with a side, I got the cole slaw (good) and a dill pickle spear (good). But to the heart of this review; start with a mildly sweet jalapeno bun. Add sauteed onions and cheese. But the patty; don't know what their seasoning is but WONDERFUL. As a whole, each bite caressed my taste buds and they replied "I Love You" You gotta try this one. read more

We love The Sticks. We have them smoke meats for all of our family get togethers. There jalapeño sausage is excellent.

Was there two times food good but watch weight, mostly in the in the restaurant favor, bummer, not sur ill go back .

Yum! Yum! Yum!!! Love this place!!!!! Great BBQ brisket, sausage links, smoked turkey, potato salad, fried okra!!! This is worth the drive in from the lake!!!!! Friendliest staff also!!!! read more

I have been going to Sticks for years and have never had a bad meal there. Love it all. Understand Brownwood is a small town, but I'd put it up there with BBQ statewide. read more

8-27-15 had the mushroom, swiss burger - it was great! Most of the time eat the sliced brisket sandwich which I just love, too. Best BBQ around! Great place to eat in or dine out. Yummy in the tummy... read more