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    Terry Black's Barbecue

    4.6 (4.5k reviews)
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    Closed • 10:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago
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    Brisket, Cornbread, Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Green Beans, Mac and Cheese, Ribs
    John M.

    This. Place. Should. Be. Studied! I don't think I need to say anything else. If you're reading this review, that means you're considering going. JUST GO!

    Tray of bbq meat and sides.
    CAKE E.

    The ambience is the best part about this restaurant. It's large and spacious, and the cafeteria-style ordering is fun. The food should be great for these prices. It's edible and the space was clean. The brisket was tender, with very little flavor. The jalapeño sausage was edible, and the pork ribs had a nice crust. Every single family bbq I'd attended as a kid had better meat and sides. The creamed corn was extremely sweet. Potato salad had zero flavor- some vinegar or mustard or pickle juice would have helped. The mac and cheese had little flavor, but the sauce was smooth. I looked up the recipe online and it takes care and effort which I appreciate, but it just didn't taste like much. The standout was the coleslaw. It was unique, great flavor, and was great with the meat. We had the dark cookie crumble with chocolate mousse. It's great for people with a sweet tooth, but wasn't worth the calories for me. The cornbread was very crumbly. I'm glad we finally tried this restaurant and the ambience was fun. I would return for the brisket and coleslaw and to check out the other sides when I'm in the mood to spend $50 a person.

    Odalys M.

    First time in Dallas and I had to come check this spot out after seeing many videos about it. Came here on a Saturday afternoon which was busy but still the line moved quickly! Parking was tough so I paid for parking across the street and walked over. Once coming it the AC was blasting got super cool inside. We got in line and started our order right away. We ordered Mac and cheese, corn bread, coleslaw, potato salad and beans along with brisket and jalapeño sausage and some turkey. We paid about $120.00 for all of this but definitely was more food than we expected for 2 people. Sat outside and it felt nice in the shade. I loved the atmosphere here and the experience! I will definitely come here when in Dallas again!

    Brisket, jalapeño cheddar sausage, bone in rib, Mexican rice, corn bread, cream corn, banana pudding
    Athina L.

    I understand why this place is considered an institution! It fills up fast. We came early morning on a Saturday and there was already a line. The staff was really kind at the front, we accidentally spilled a Mexican Coke and they offered us to get an additional Coke for free. It's very chill inside, lots of places to sit. You will definitely smell like bbq when you leave this place. Overall it's delicious and a great place to eat! It's got a reputation for a reason, must try if you're not from here

    Mac & cheese
    Mimi T.

    My brother brought me here for the first time. We arrived around 11 am on Sunday and the parking lot was on the smaller side & half full at the time. There is an outside tour option to see the smoking of the meats. You order at the counter and it is self seating. First, you choose your sides and desserts at the first counter then the meats at the cashier counter. There is also a bar. We ordered two beef ribs, half lb brisket, regular sausage & jalapeño cheese sausage for our meats. For our sides, we ordered Mac & cheese, cream corn, potato salad, Mexican rice, and cornbread. You can request complimentary bread slices. Our favorites were the beef ribs, brisket & Mac & cheese. The meat was extremely tender & seasoned well. The Mac & cheese is on the drier side but good overall when eating with the meats. Our least favorite was the potato salad & jalapeño cheese sausage, which was slightly on the plainer side. The jalapeño cheese sausage had a subtle spice to it, but the solidified cheese inside made the sausage a little too separated and chewy for me. I also wish they didn't charge for jalapeños. Overall, the beef ribs and brisket were delicious & our family member took to go to take back to Houston. The dining area was spacious and the restrooms were well maintained. The staff was welcoming and friendly especially the employee named Rodolfo who helped to clear our table. We would love to come back again when we're visiting the area.

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    Steven C.

    This place is world famous, for a legit reason too. It's bomb! Loved their pork ribs. The Mac and cheese is great too. Cornbread a bit dry but a nice side to go along with their smoked meats. The line is looks daunting but moves quick. Parking in the area isn't easy but available if you're patient enough. My big gripe is the odor that surrounds and permeates the building. It's that nasty sewer smell. Not sure why they can't get with the city to correct this. You smell it heavily when in line and in the downstairs patio. It's very off putting. I could see people leaving based on the smell.

    Baked beans, Mac and cheese, Mexican rice, potato salad, corn bread, beef sandwich, pork ribs, sausage.
    Lorena J.

    First timers! We went because of the hype on social media and friends. Not a disappointment but also not a wow factor. I had high hopes for what the pricing was set at but it's really just ok bbq. The brisket and beef were great, sausage was very dry the sides were a bit bland for us.. unfortunately didn't meet my expectations. Ambiance was very busy with a lot of seating, line moves pretty fast, no reservations, mostly self serve service. Overall friendly service and cool environment.

    Karen H.

    We stopped by on a Saturday for a lunch and it was very busy. There's plenty of seating inside and outside but most of it was taken. We were lucky and managed to snag two adjacent tables of four for our group of eight. We got the smaller family meal and added on six cornbreads and beef ribs and it was more than enough food for eight people. It was all pretty good and you could also added sauces on the side. The family meal itself is fairly inexpensive for what you get but the beef ribs add on was over $70 so beware. Finally, your clothes and hair WILL smell like barbecue when you leave.

    John A.

    The bbq here is amazing. I was told to visit by a local, and my uber driver. It definitely didn't disappoint. You walk in and are met with a wide open space with family style tables to eat at. The brisket was amazing and the Mac and cheese is phenomenal. If you're visiting, stop in.

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    Brad N.

    It had been years (literally) since my last visit to Terry Black's, and myself, my wife, and some of my best Yelp Elite comrades went there on Friday evening before the World Cup finals to "party like the World Cup fans do" when they discover Texas BBQ. We worked our way through the line, a little streamlined from my last visit, and selected vegetables. My wife and I like to share these days, especially with the crazy portion sizes, so we agreed on creamed corn, mac and cheese, and BBQ beans. I grabbed a cornbread muffin (spoiler alert: this has so much sugar, it's basically dessert) and some pickles and red onion strands finished out the non-meat course. Over to the meat counter, we summoned a half pound of fatty brisket and a quarter pound of sliced turkey. We then headed to our seat to join the others. Digging in to the goods, the brisket was moist and tender, the fat between the point and flat was easy to separate and the smoke flavor was intense. Turkey was also moist, which is far from guaranteed at these places, it's easy to overdo. We mostly did straight up meat, but the sauces were very nice, too. The creamed corn was tasty if a little runny, the mac and cheese was very thick and delightfully cheesy, and the beans were tender but not mushy, and had a bunch of meat packed in for additional flavor. All in all, a great time was had, and we left with full bellies and happy hearts. Definitely a winner!

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    Trinh T.

    Terry Black's Barbecue is a fantastic Texas Style BBQ joint that has made its way to Dallas's Deep Ellum neighborhood, imported directly from Austin. After watching World Cup fans from other countries take over Terry Black's, I knew I had to make a visit. Bookmark this place, it's one of the best in North Texas. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Terry Black's has its own parking a lot - that alone deserves a star. But what makes Terry Black's so special are the smokers on display as you walk up. As you enter, the intoxicating smell of smoked meat grabs your attention as you line up to order. There's tons of indoor, outdoor, and rooftop seating. 1 Star. Service - Terry Black's proves you don't need to stand in line for hours to get great BBQ. The line starts with you choosing your sides and desserts, and once you've made your decision, you'll then order from one or 5 (or 6?) expert meat cutters. Each order is cut to order, weighed, and you pay for your meal. 1 Star. Food - Texas is known for its brisket, and Terry Black's does it very well. I'm a fan of the fatty cut, and the 14-hour smoked meat is so tender it melts in your mouth. The black bark adds a nice salt and pepper taste that enhances the flavor. There's nothing like a proper smoked brisket. The pork ribs will fall off the bone and also have amazing smoke flavor. I didn't order the Beef Rib, but if you have a big appetite (or a group of friends to share it with), go for it. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. While the World Cup is over and the tourists have left, their visit to North Texas reminded me that I don't have to drive to Central Texas for amazing BBQ. Thank you, Terry Black's BBQ for opening in Dallas and sharing your amazing BBQ with us. 1 Star.

    Maria M.

    While on our trip to Dallas over the weekend, the tour guide suggested Terry Black's. We came in on a Saturday around 6pm. Nearly all the seats in the restaurant were occupied. We lined up to grab our food before finding a table. Reservations not accepted. The dining area was spacious with transparent roofing to allow for natural lighting. Turkey | These slices of turkey were probably the juiciest compared to other BBQ places. Very soft and tender. Should've ordered half a pound instead of quarter pound lol. Green Beans | The green beans were cooked perfectly. It combined a juicy texture with a subtle crunch. However, it was too soupy, which made the entire dish extremely salty. Menu: Beef and turkey were the main protein BBQ items on the menu. A variety of side dishes and desserts were also available. Service: The line may be long, but it's a moving line. The staff were quick with putting together orders even during peak time. Parking: We didn't notice any open lot in the vicinity since we just walked from center of Downtown area.

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    Trinh T.

    FOOD: We ordered the family pack and shared all the sides and meat! It was so worth it. mac n cheese - it was so good! flavorful and wasn't super creamy or cheesy but enough to be tasty cream corn - super creamy and packed with flavor. this is my favorite side! it was refreshing. potato salad - decent and yummy side to have. didn't stand out compared to the rest but was still made well green beans - nice little veggie on the side to have. wasn't bold but tasted good! mexican rice - loved the flavor! the rice was made well and had flavor. chopped beef - this was pretty good if you enjoy shredded meat. it wasn't too salty and not too dry housemade sausage - i loved the flavor! it had cheese inside as well. bit salty to me but varies on taste by person. i think it had a nice combination of flavors though and cooked well. it was two pretty big links to share with the table as well beef rib - my favorite meat out of all our choices! a bit fatty but also very tender and not too salty. so much flavor! brisket - a bit dry and salty. i added some bbq sauce to it from the table for flavor but i know a lot of people like this one too. it's really a preference thing it wasn't bad but compared to the other meat choices this wasn't a standout to me Service: it's pretty fast paced so i recommend you knowing what you want to get before going up because they would kind of rush you to choose you. the food comes out pretty quick as well Ambiance: very spacious and many seats but still very limited seating due to its popularity. it has a busy yet casual atmosphere. nice stop to try some texas bbq!

    Pork ribs, brisket, Mac, slaw.

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    Ask the Community - Terry Black's Barbecue

    Can I dine in if I pre-order online?

    For sure there's a lot of seating

    Is it possible to order a tasting platter to sample all the different meats at once?

    All of the meats are by the pound. If you want to try everything, just let them know how much you want of each item. They don't have a sampler. But if you let them know upfront that you want just a little bit of everything, they can accommodate that… 

    Do put bbq sauce or is bbq sauce available to put on your ribs?

    The ribs are served unsauced. There is usually sauce at the tables or you can request sauce on the side for carry-out.

    How early should you line up on a Saturday?

    It varies. I’ve been there on a Saturday at lunch time and it wasn’t bad. Another time it was packed. But the line moves quite fast even if it’s an extra busy day. Hardest part is seating. The outdoor area helps but if it’s not a nice day to sit… 

    Do they take reservations?

    No they do not. But it's worth the wait.

    Do the beef ribs sell out early like a lot of places, or will they be available later in the day?

    Yes they definitely sell out. I usually am there at 11am and they have them, but the supply is definitely finite.

    If I'm coming by for lunch on a Monday, how early should I get there for the line?

    any time. they move fast!

    I have an allergy to limes and tomatoes. Does the bbq come separately and is the meat marinaded in lime juice or oranges?

    I keep seeing them advertise Black Margaritas on Instagram. Do they serve them in Austin also, or just Dallas? Do they taste like a regular margarita?

    Served in both locations and it has a hint of mescal but it is not too strong. Try one.

    Do they not serve smoked chicken here?

    No, they do not. Per their menu, they serve brisket (their specialty), beef ribs, turkey, pork ribs, chopped beef, and sausage. But, unless you just gotta have chicken, they are well worth going to. Have been there twice now and plan on going back… 

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    I've been hearing about Hurtado on 105.3 The Fan for a while, and although radio ads don't usually…read moreinfluence me, they made this barbecue sound so good that I wanted to try it. Then I accidentally parked in the wrong spot while going to get my nails done, looked up, and saw Hurtado. Clearly, lunch was meant to happen! I ordered the three-meat plate with brisket, ribs, and poblano sausage, plus bacon ranch potato salad, macaroni and cheese, and tater tot casserole. I'll admit, I wondered whether all the extras in the sides might be doing too much. Well, after bringing everything home and digging in, I can say it absolutely worked. The ribs were tender and delicious, with great barbecue flavor. The poblano sausage was amazing! I've had jalapeño cheddar sausage before, but this was something different and so good. The brisket had a wonderful smoky flavor, although it wasn't quite as tender as I expected on my first serving. It had cooled down some by the time I got home, and when I reheated it for round two, it was much more tender. Next time, I'll ask whether I can get a leaner cut, just as a personal preference. Now, the sides deserve their own moment. The bacon ranch potato salad had a finely mashed texture, with delicious bacon and green onions on top. Chef's kiss! The macaroni and cheese had spiral pasta, a little jalapeño heat, and such a creamy, delicious sauce. I've never had any quite like it. The tater tot casserole was another winner. It reminded me a little of Cracker Barrel's hash brown casserole, but with a smoky, bacon-like flavor and a much finer potato texture. My first thought was, "Is this cauliflower?" It wasn't--it was just a different texture than I expected, and oh my goodness, it was good. Even the bread had that sweet, Hawaiian-style taste that I love. I'm picky about barbecue sauce, so I wasn't sure what to expect there either. This one was sweet with a hint of Tex mex flavor and a little something different in the seasoning that worked so well with the barbecue. I loved it. The portions were generous, especially the sides, and my takeout container was full of meat and two slices of bread. Service was quick, too. My food came out about five minutes after I sat down, and they offered me water while I waited. I went in hoping the food would live up to everything I'd heard, and it was even better than I imagined. Everything had its own flavor, and it all came together so well. Now I'm thinking about that meal and already looking forward to going back!

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    Check this out. I took an Orange Theory class at Victory Park, and one of the students whom I…read morechatted with recommended I try Hurtado Barbecue. He mentioned the one next to Dallas Farmers Market, which was a 10 minute walk from my hotel and 2 minute walk from V12 yoga studio. I really appreciated the recommendation as it was the best thing I ate during my latest trip. I headed over to Hurtado after taking a Tuesday evening class at V12 Yoga. I strolled into a pretty busy restaurant around 6:45pm. The staff member at the register said there was a private party at 7:30pm, so it was going to get even busier. I realized the place had more than just bbq. I initially went into the restaurant with my heart set on a 1 meat brisket combo. I found that I was in for a treat, because they also offered Tex-Mex. BBQ AND TEX-MEX?! How does one choose one over the other? I decided to get the best of both worlds and ordered the brisket tostada and chips and guac for good measure. The brisket tostada was fantastic, and it was so reasonably affordable. $6-and change for the crispiest tostada shell loaded with fatty brisket (I made the request for fatty), onions, cilantro, and cheese. It well exceeded my expectations and could put nacho plates to shame. Thoroughly enjoyed the chips and guac. The guac tasted fresh, and the chips had a bit of cayenne for a punch of flavor. Bonus points for their tangy, spicy salsa.

    Starting with their soft opening in early 2025, this Hurtado's BBQ location quickly became a…read morefavorite mine. Located at the Dallas Farmer's Market, it is a short ~5 minute walk for me. Add to that convenience, they have some really delicious BBQ. As for the BBQ, I have tried quite a bit of their offering over the months and I have zero complaints about anything. If dining in, my go to order tends to be the Texas Trinity which consists brisket, spare ribs, sausage and a side of your choice. This makes for a great meal with perhaps a little leftover to take home for later. If I am getting my food to go, I usually get the El Jefe which includes a 1/3 pound each of brisket, pulled pork, spare ribs, turkey, burnt ends plus sausage. It usually gives me enough to eat for a couple of days. Another great option is The Big Papa Potato which is baked potato stuffed with all the trimming along with some of their brisket. The inside seating consists of table/chair combos along with booths which are spread across a couple of indoor dining areas. There is also bar seating available. Lastly, weather permitting, there is a large patio available for outdoor dinning. The staff is always welcoming and they do a great job of managing the line. Orders are placed at the counter and they provide a number which makes it easy for them deliver your food to you once it's ready. Food can also be ordered at the bar, thus skipping the line. I am really glad to see this location found their footing and seem to be thriving. I was a little concerned as the space they moved into has seen several restaurants come and go over the years. Keep up the great job Hurtado's!!!

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    Bar area

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