This was a must try during our Dallas vacation. Parking was assessable from the street, which was nice, but could definitely utilize the paid parking lot to walk, trust me you'll need to walk after eating. Walking in just read how to order, you tell them the sides you want, then move on the the meat, the team is very friendly, there are bottled drinks, but get the soft drinks as you can go back for refills. The side w very versatile, we tried the rice that had good flavor, along with the beans, but the star for us was the creamed corn, this was amazing, the Mac and cheese good creamy. The pork ribs were peppery and good smoke taste, the jalapeño sausage was great, that brisket was special burnt ends and the fatty part of the brisket was delicious. Amazing ambience, and you can get your own To go boxes. All around amazing experience. read more

Amazing experience, i love deep elm during the day lol. Sides were smackin, mexican rice, collar greens & went back twice for onions/cucumbers. My partner loved the sausage, eyes were bulging out my face when they pulled the meats out straight out the Qr & started slicing in front of ya. I love rich food, idk what it was this time. It's probably my mistake ordering burnt ends, brisket & rice. So excuse me but my stomach turnt side ways. Like a tbt to a southern chopped & screwed track from Chamillionaire. No ridin dirty but the stomached ached till that night. Fyi i did use the complimentary bread to cut the richness as well to know avail. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Terry Black's Barbecue is the kind of place that immediately feels like a proper Texas BBQ experience the moment you walk up. The smokers are visible right at the entrance, and the smell alone gets you excited to eat. Parking in their private lot can be a little tight, but there's usually plenty of nearby parking. Once inside, there's a big open seating area with a bar, plus another large room in the back, so finding a place to sit isn't a problem. They also have great outdoor options with a patio and rooftop seating if the weather's nice. The staff does a great job keeping everything moving at a steady pace while still making you feel taken care of. Everyone behind the counter is friendly, patient, and happy to walk first-timers through the meats, portion sizes, and sides. The cutters are especially great about answering questions and seem to genuinely enjoy helping you build the right plate. The brisket is clearly the star of the show. The bark is packed with flavor and seasoned just about perfectly. You can see a strong smoke ring, and the meat carries a deep smoky taste without being overpowering. The fat is beautifully rendered and adds even more flavor, and the brisket itself is incredibly moist and tender. The beef rib is just as impressive. It's tender enough that you can literally take a full bite without fighting the bone, and it carries the same rich smoke and seasoning profile as the brisket. The pork ribs are also very good--moist with a clean bite and well seasoned, with smoke that enhances the pork rather than covering it up. I think the Pork Ribs are often overlooked because of the excellent brisket. But don't sleep on the ribs. Even though sides usually aren't the main focus when I'm eating BBQ, the cream corn here is definitely worth getting. It's one of the standout sides and pairs really well with the meat. Overall, Terry Black's delivers exactly what you hope for in great Texas barbecue: flavorful smoke, perfectly cooked meat, and a lively atmosphere with plenty of space to enjoy it. If you're a brisket lover, this place absolutely deserves a visit. read more

Solid BBQ joint in Dallas. Their juicy and tender beef ribs are a definite must have.

The Vibe: The most famous BBQ spot in Dallas for a reason. The line is long but it moves surprisingly fast. Hands down the best quality BBQ I've had in TX so far. The Food: Beef Rib, Pork Rib, & Original Sausage: All top-tier. 10/10 quality. The Catch (Watch the Scale!): It's a pay-by-weight system and the checkout process is chaotic. Pro-tip: Stay focused when they weigh your meat. My Experience: I ordered 3pcs pork ribs (~$35), then added 1 more pc of pork rib which somehow rang up as $28. There was a glitch with the scale while the sausage was on it and even though a staff member checked the scale, the final price was still off. I don't think it was intentional, just super hectic. The food is incredible but double-check your receipt and the scale before you walk away. Don't let the crowd rush you! read more

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Must try for bbq!! Parking is a pain. The line moves fast so don't be scared. They do not advertise burnt ends but have them early in the day. The brisket was moist and phenomenal. The turkey had a nice Smokey flavor. The pork ribs were a little over peppered but very tender. The sides were mid - skip em. Ambiance and outdoor seating is beautiful. Love this spot. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Came here for lunch absolutely starving and WOW. This place is nice nice. Like, shockingly nice. The indoor seating area is HUGE, the outdoor seating is also huge, and BOTH have shade (major win). There's a bar, and you can literally watch all the smokers doing their thing, which is honestly so cool--there are a ton of them and it smells AMAZING. Even though there are lots and lots of people, the line moves pretty fast, and you get your sides first (dangerous if you're hungry). I got the mac and cheese and OH. MY. WORD. SO GOOD. It's $9 for a pint, which is kinda expensive, but worth it. We ended up getting the family pack, which makes it cheaper for what you'd normally buy--still pretty pricey though (like $30 per pound for meat), so just be aware. For reference, my family of 6 spent about $180. You get fresh-made meats that they literally cut right in front of you, and it looks unreal. Then we sat down and WOWWWW. The brisket??? Insanely juicy, super fatty in the BEST way, and hands down the best brisket I've ever eaten. Like... life-changing. And the mac and cheese??? ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Best mac and cheese award. Best brisket award. Period. We would come back every single time. My mom didn't love the pork ribs as much, but she still loved the brisket--and honestly, everyone in my family was obsessed with the mac and cheese. They also have a FREE bread and pickle table (yes, free), really nice bathrooms, and amazing sauces. My favorite was the sweet sauce--DANG it was good. 10/10. Already thinking about going back. read more

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Our connecting flight was canceled, and we were unable to get another flight until the next day. Luckily, I've always wanted to visit Texas, and because of the canceled flight, my family and I were able to explore Dallas for almost two days. During one of those days, I checked Yelp for a good BBQ restaurant, and I found Terry's Black BBQ. Based on all of the positive reviews, I was really excited to try some good Texas-style BBQ. I'm so happy to say that I was not disappointed! We were there on a Sunday, and it was packed, but we were lucky enough to find a table right away. Before we got seated, we got in line to get our sides. They have so many sides to choose from, but my favorites were the corn and green beans. My husband wanted to try their rice, but that was just okay. After we grabbed our sides, it was time to get our meats. We opted for brisket, beef ribs, and sausages; everything was delicious!! Everything is seasoned to perfection, and they gave us generous amounts of food. For the drinks, we got fountain drinks, but I did see that they sell beer if you prefer that. As I mentioned before, the restaurant was packed, but we still had more than enough space in our booth to feel comfortable. They have 3 different types of sauce: sweet, mild, and spicy if you want to add it to the food. I tried both the spicy and sweet sauces, but they were just okay. I didn't get to try many other BBQ restaurants while in Dallas, but I really loved this place! read more

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I was in Dallas for a business trip and went to Terry Black's twice! Both times were equally delicious. The line moves fast and there are plenty of tables inside and out. Can't go wrong with the brisket if it's your first time! My favorite sides were the creamed corn and potato salad. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Jalapeño cheese sausage, brisket, pickled jalapeños, potato salad, green beans - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Fantastic service. Want to give a shoutout to Jimmy and Nick. Super welcoming and knowledgeable about the various cut. Helped portion out everything and hooked us up with some great recommendations. Food was fantastic. We got some brisket cuts and had the mac and cheese and corn. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the DFW area read more

Excited to try this iconic bbq restaurant. The location in Deep Ellum is large with very friendly staff and an organized flow for ordering. BBQ brisket sandwich was a generous portion with excellent green beans! Appreciate the quick clean up by Rodolfo! read more

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I went to Terry Blacks BBQ and had sausage and brisket with a couple of banging sides. This is one of my favorite BBQ spots. The meat was flavorful and cooked perfectly. The customer service was great, with staff who were friendly and attentive. The restaurant has a great layout that makes for an enjoyable dining experience. Overall, a top notch BBQ visit. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Sausage and Corn - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Loved this!! Clearly marked allergen information on the menu board (I have a gluten allergy and dairy allergy)!! Food was delicious. Extremely pricey but delicious!! Potato salad was fire and the green beans were godly!! Brisket was tender and juicy and fall apart tender! Ribs were the real star in our opinion!! Staff is efficient and polite, and the vibes are very casual and cool! We will be back!! Update: went back with a friend and just got some stuff to split and snack on! Equally fantastic experience PLUS our waiter was super nice and very attentive!! Cool dude! He (very kindly) brought us over to the pitmaster, Frankie, who showed us around the smoking area! Super great experience!! Be kind and patient with your waiters and waitresses people!! Might get to see the pit (but be nice anyway, duh!) read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Beef ribs Green beans Jalapeño sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Great food and great service!! Rodolfo was amazing and attentive the whole time we were sitting making sure we have everything we need or helping us clear the table! read more

I was told that Terry Black's is a must visit in Dallas. I visited on New Years Day and the line extended into the parking lot. Still, the workers are very efficient and the line moved fast. My group of 4 ordered one pound of brisket, one beef rib, one jalapeno cheese sausage, two corn breads and pints of the potato salad, coleslaw, green beans, and mac and cheese. The restaurant provides unlimited white bread by their drink fountains. Our total was close to $150, but we had enough leftovers for another meal. The potato salad, mac and cheese, and brisket ends were EXTREMELY salty. At first, we thought the sides maybe weren't mixed thoroughly, but even after another mix, still extremely salty. I had to use the coleslaw and green beans as a palate cleanser. The beef ribs were a little dry and the cheese in the sausage was chunky, not melty. My favorite was the brisket. At first, I thought the cornbread was dry, but it actually tasted great after heating it up in the microwave. As for the ambiance, there is plenty of seating indoors, outside on the patio, and upstairs. We grabbed a table in the outdoor patio space. My friend, as well as the table beside us, had birds poop on them (and painfully close to our food). Overall, a decent experience, but I'm interested in other similarly hyped BBQ restaurants in the area. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Pint Sides: Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, Potato Salad, Coleslaw Meat: Beef Rib, Brisket, Jalapeño & Cheese Sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I made it here on a Saturday for lunch around noon. I parked a couple of blocks up on Main street for free. The ordering is cafeteria style. There wasn't a line so we picked up our food and paid at the register. The restaurant was clean and there is plenty of room and tables on the inside. I also love when there is a place outside the restrooms to wash your hands which they had between the men's and women's restroom. Now the food for me didn't live up to the hype. The green beans were seasoned well but had too much salt. The macaroni and cheese was creamy but lacked enough flavor. The brisket was tender but lacked seasoning and flavor as well. I felt again the food was pricey. Two trays and one beer came out to $100. Much better bbq can be found in Texas in my opinion for that price. read more

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Service- 1 out of 5 Food amazing! Dino ribs -5/5 Jalapeño sausage 5/5 Brisket Sando!! Bomb! 5/5 Mac and cheese 2/5 Corn 3/5 Potato salad 5/5 Corn bread muffin 5/5 Place was huge and nice! Clean and a lot of seating indoor and outdoor! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Menu 3/2026 - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Epic! Best BBQ in my life. Brisket was melt in your mouth good and the house made original and sweet BBQ sauce mixed perfectly to help this experience be one of the best I have had. Don't forget to load up on the deserts early or you'll miss them. Quick, easy and amazing service as well. Absolute NO BRAINER when visiting Dallas. Great setting too, everyone is happy and plenty of seats. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Brisket/Ribs/Mac&Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I'm craving the food as I write this review. The pork ribs and brisket were delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant. I was not happy to pay for each rib by the pound, but I ordered three pieces. The food was finger licking good, and I will return again soon. The line was wrapped around the building, but service was fast and smooth. The ambience was like a smokehouse. The restaurant was filled to capacity. Check it out! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Decided to stop in here on the way through town! I was mildly disappointed. Not majorly! Just minorly. Mainly due to the price. I spent $75 on my plate. Now did I get a lot of stuff, yes but the only thing that really shined taste wise was the beef rib which was amazing. 50$ amazing? I don't think so but it was still amazing. All of the sides were pretty mediocre in my opinion. Especially the Mac and Cheese. Seemed very plain. Over all this is a solid BBQ place but be ready to spend some money. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - BBQ platter - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I have never been in love with Texas BBQ until now that I tried Terry Black's, WOW! The place is amazing you just wanna seat and hang and eat and talk all night, loved the outdoors set up upstairs! The guys on the register were super friendly and helpful guiding me in what to order and try as it was my first time! Now on to the best: THE FLAVOR, all the food was super super super good, fresh and tasty! We got the small family pack and I got to try a little bit if everything, Brisket, Pork Ribs, Turkey (this o e surprised me on how good it was), sausage, and so many sides that were truly delicious (green beans were my favorite and im not usually a fan)... lastly we also ordered the BEEF RIBS which are not included on the family pack but SO worth it. Apart from the food I also went to the bar for a Margarita, its the only part that was just Ok, service at the bar and the drink were nothing fantastic but still acceptable. Looking fwd to come back soon on ny next visit to TX! read more

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Terry Black's exceeded our expectations! Despite continuous flocks of people coming into the restaurant, their system is easy to navigate--walk-in, select your food and drinks cafeteria style, find a table and chow down! Lighting and service was abundant and appreciated. Everything was at the right temperature and full of flavor. At times I realized not needing the barbecue sauce, and we are very much sauce people! Although we were full we still managed to try the banana bread pudding, the flavors worked well together and the banana was not overbearing. We'll definitely be back! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Beef brisket, ribs, and various sides - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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What's not to love about Terry Black's?! Always so tasty and so much food. Love that they have to go containers available. The line moves fast and the staff are friendly. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Brisket, cornbread and mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

WOW. A must visit. how do I even begin? How is the food that good? The entire experience is one-of-a-kind. From having a personal butcher while placing the order to the family style servings and downtown ambiance. The flavor. -My favorite: the green beans. but you must get the classics--mac and cheese, brisket, coleslaw, creamed corn.. this is Texas. Meal is best shared with a least 1 person, but the larger the better. It gets pricey but TRUST. The outdoor seating at this location was lush and charming with multiple levels. The staff was great and not afraid to hurry up the people lingering in line :) read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Cute outside in September. Perfect weather - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

We love going back to Terry Black's! Rodolfo made our dining experience even more welcoming! The best bbq place in Dallas!

We've been trying make our way to Terrys for while now. It's very nice and spacious and they have their own parking. The parking is limited but still, they have their own parking which isn't common in Deep Ellum. All servers were very nice and helpful. Great service! Now let's just get to the food. I'm going to start with the sausage because I've never had sausage this delicious! We got the jalapeño cheddar. So good!! We also got some beef rib and sliced brisket. That rib is also so delicious! Very tender with lots of flavor. Now the brisket did kind of lack, may have been a little bit dry for our liking. We want to come back and just have the sausage and rib. For sides we got green beans, coleslaw, and mac and cheese. The coleslaw!! My husband and I agreed they have the best we've ever tasted. He is not a fan of coleslaw but he really did enjoy it here. Our least favorite was the green beans. They were not as good as I was hoping but maybe the slaw outshined them. I did not taste the Mac but my husband said it was very good. We got some jalapeños and they were not spicy at all, which was a bummer but didn't mess anything up. Terrys did not disappoint. Our only complaint was the security was trying to take my friend's plate and she wasn't done eating. She said they close at 10 and she was trying to clean. Which we get, but still. You don't touch anyone's plate when they're still eating. Common courtesy. Other than that we enjoyed it! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Brisket, jalapeño cheddar sausage, rib, green beans, mac and cheese, coleslaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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this place is every bit the wait . Although the line may appear long, you move through it super quick.. The staff was all very friendly. The portions are ginormous. And oh my gosh that taste. The best barbecue tasted in all my life . the tables are Bussed very quickly.. the location decorated very nice . They're barbecue sauce and napkins on every table. Between the machine and all the necessities as well as knives and forks. If I had anything to negative it would be it's hard to find parking. But it's a place is that good? I'm willing to drive around to find parking and it is that good read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - outside. the signage - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Texas BBQ is widely considered among the best in the world, famous for its beef-centric focus, especially brisket smoked low-and-slow, featuring a savory "bark" and simple salt-and-pepper seasoning that highlights the meat's quality! This place is the epitome of Texas BBQ. The food was AMAZING, the ambiance is casual, no-frills, and family-friendly, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere centered around the slow-smoked meats. The aroma of smoke is a defining feature! The pervasive, fragrant smell of wood smoke from large, on-site smokers, typically fueled by oak or mesquite makes this dining experience even more enjoyable! The beef rib was incredibly juicy and delicious. The spare ribs were on point. And the brisket sandwich was stacked with meat, portions were extremely generous. Prices were reasonable (pay by the pound). As for sides, get the potato salad, creamy corn, green beans and pickled onions/pickles- they were the perfect accent to our delicious food. This place was the tits! read more

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Really great BBQ place ! Amazing Meats and Sides ! Super attentive staff nice large restaurant. We ordered brisket,beef ribs, Jalapeño cheese link,and pork ribs . Tender well seasoned - not too salty :) it didn't even need BbQ sauce in my opinion. The sides were fab as well , green beans, Mac and cheese, beans ! We saved room for Peach Cobbler . Wonderful last dinner here in Texas :) read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Jalapeno Link, Brisket,Pork and Beef Ribs :) - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I get the hype! Ok Texas does make the best BBQ. I should qualify I'm no BBQ expert and no offense to other variations which I may not have tried yet, but to date Terry Black is one of the few I've tried that really put the smoke into the meat that I've never had before. The smokey beef ribs were definitely meaty with a salty crust. The meat is tender and falls apart in a good way right after you cut into it. Beef Ribs are always going to be super rich and super flavorful at the same time time, this was no different. These ribs were so good I got takeout for later as well. They were packed well for travel, these guys have certainly packed for travel before. One thing I've found is that Texas BBQ isn't just about the meat. The sides were just as great. The rice is seasoned well here and creamed corn is as well. I definitely wouldn't recommend skipping the sides here. I didn't have any trouble visiting on a Wednesday early afternoon. Plenty of seats and elbow room on the line. The parking lot filled up pretty quickly after I parked but there were a few spots available even when I left. read more

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I was told that Terry Black's is a must when costing Dallas for great bbq. I'm glad to report that this spot did not disappoint. Usually the have long lines to get in to this place even thorough it's quite spacious and has both indoor and outdoor seating. Luckily, we didn't have to wait in line on a Sunday at 5 pm. We walked up straight to the area where you choose your sides, meats, and drinks, paid, and got a table for the 5 of us. I got the ribs and the brisket with a side of mac and cheese, and my friends got the ribs and brisket as well but with green beans, creamed corned, and a side of beans. Overall, the ribs were Amaaaazing, but the brisket fell short for me by a bit. Some parts were juicy and others felt a bit dry. Mac and cheese and creamed corned were delicious but very heavy. Thankfully I had a large Mexican Coke to hep wash it all down. It was definitely a great experience but, next time I'll just do the ribs with the creamed corn. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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First time in Dallas and had to see if it was worth the hype. This location has a great set up with plenty of seating and an all around awesome vibe. I was here with my brother in law and we just split everything. The pork ribs are a must! Brisket was a little dry, and the turkey was super good! Considers we went with Mac and cheese and potato salad. Mac was solid and potato salad is probably skip. Overall this is a great spot I recommend if you're in the area. read more

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Food was amazing. I got the brisket and ribs with Mac and cheese and cream corn, Areli delivered great service! read more

Saturday night at Terry Black's and, yeah, it's still undefeated. Best BBQ I've had in Dallas, and it's not particularly close. We went all in: brisket, pork ribs, beef rib, mac and cheese, banana pudding, and everything hit. The brisket was especially fantastic that night, insanely tender, full of flavor, and exactly what Texas BBQ is supposed to be. Ribs were great, sides did their job, and the portions were the perfect amount where you're full but not wrecked. The line moved fast, which I'll always appreciate, even if the workers are a little pushy while you're ordering. It's very much a "keep it moving" operation, but honestly, that's part of why it works. The vibe is always good, and this is my go-to spot for taking people who are visiting Dallas. I've brought friends here more than once and it never misses. If you want to show someone real Texas BBQ, this is the place. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Our generous hosts ordered a catered lunch from here. This Philly guy has now officially tasted their Texas style brisket. And now I get it. I get why you all say no one does brisket like Texas. What impressed me the most is that it wasn't too intense. The seasoning and smoke flavor didn't overwhelm. It's like they rely on the beef flavor to carry it and the seasoning just complements it. And it really didn't need the sauce. But I tried it anyway and I'm not complaining. But here's what surprised me. I think in the end I like the beef ribs a little more. The brisket is incredible. But the beef ribs are special. They had just a little more fatty goodness to them. You hooked me. Hook em Horns! read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Beef ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Rodolfo cleaned up our used food and plates in such a friendly manner! Food was good. Be sure to know what sides you want before getting in line and ordering. Thank you, Rodolfo! read more

Yall hyped it up and I had to finally get here. So I hopped on a flight from NOLA and back home the same day with the goal of getting my hands on this bbq. Worth it! We came right before the line got long and grabbed a tray of sides (Mac and corn) and peach cobbler. On to the meats we got the brisket, ribs, sausage. Everything is weighed for meats just fyi. The least favorite was the ribs. While still good it just lacked the smoke taste I was expecting. That brisket and sausage though. Oh yea. When in Dallas again I will be getting those again. Cooked perfectly and the taste is so good. The sides were ok though my hubs loved the corn. Is it the best of all time? No. But this was hella good and I would recommend. read more

Terry Black's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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This was our first time trying Texan barbecue, it was really good. This place was recommended to us by a local. The cornbread and ribs I wasn't a big fan of but my boyfriend enjoyed all of it. Everyone was super nice and explained the menu really well. Although it was packed (it was a Saturday) everything was still very organized, clean and the place overall looked nice. They also have desserts. read more

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This restaurant is a must do! I am so glad we stopped. It is unbelievable how much business this place does. Terry Black's is the largest, best run restaurant in Dallas. The food is amazing. Please get there. You will be glad you did. read more

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Taste: 4 Creativity/Authenticity: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Service: 5 Bang for your buck: 3 Let's get straight to it, best BBQ in TX? Eh imo def top 5, there are better but maybe top 3 in Dallas! Taste wise a little salty for my taste but smother it in sauce and that goes away, the sides were the star of the show for my dinning experience here, that corn cheese is crack!! I could eat that everyday and the Mac and cheese also fire!! Atmosphere here is alive and busy, long lines but moves fast. Service for how busy this place was, is ad good as it can get! Now to the price, just for one person with tip in walked away at $75 for 2 slices of brisket and ribs with 2 sides and a water, a little pricey but average price I guess for bbq these days. Overall decent spot but my question continues for the best bbq in TX! Thanks for the food read more

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