We had lunch today and it was absolutely delicious. My husband had a brisket sandwich and I had a…read morepulled pork. Both were outstanding. Their barbecue sauce is absolutely perfect. Great balance between vinegar and sweet and a nice black pepper kick. We had our two Jack Russell pups with us (Whisky and Pippa). They shared a half chicken. We both LOVED the small bites of the chicken we "tested" before letting the pups have their lunch. The family who owned the business are kind,friendly and amazing cooks. Thank you for the perfect lunch and warm hospitality. Mona

Marginal food, self service, no ambiance at all. This is a town with very few choices for dining…read moreout. You'd have to try real hard to put up a more un-appealing storefront and ordering station than those at Young's BBQ. Crude set-up, lackluster atmosphere with sloppy hand scribbled notes taped or thumbtacked to most of the walls, cheap paper plates, all plastic eating utensils -- just a sad way to see a restaurant being run. A smart investor would build a clean, pleasant, well-run barbecue restaurant in Lampasas... right next door. I had the pork ribs, cold and disappointing. The pinto beans were tasty but room temperature. "Would you like something to drink? Get it yourself!" And half of the drink selections were out of order with handwritten notes stuck to the dispensers. Our order was 2 pork ribs for me and tea to drink; a chopped sandwich and tea for my lunchtime companion... nearly $35 Never, ever again. By the way, the kitchen lady came out wearing a gray tee-shirt with a word across the front -- It said, "BULLS***!" I had to wholeheartedly agree. But that's about all they got right.

Stopped in on a roadtrip, and we were pleasantly surprised. The restaurant was nice and open, they…read moreeven have a game room. The server was nice, but it was a bit slow. The food was solid and decent, especially for the middle of Texas. Overall, alright.

Stopped at Fisher Street Bar and Grill on a Wednesday. I…read morewas seated immediately and asked what I wanted to drink. Water with lemon or lime. I ordered the Half BBQ Chicken and chose Brussels Sprouts and Italian Parmesan Soup for my sides. The chicken was delicious, moist, and tender. You have got to try the Italian Parmesan Soup.

Fabulous barbecue! Drove to Llano on SH 29. It's on the right before you get in town…read more Inconspicuous signage says it's only open Saturday and Sunday. Opens at 11. You get to Tumlinson's before you reach the much more popular and more crowded Cooper's in town. Arrived around 1:30 on Saturday and there was only one car in the parking lot. No one else in the restaurant but no matter, the food is incredible! I don't believe there is something as the "best" barbecue. I think that there is a sort of supreme level that has a great smoke ring, a great bark, quality meat and basically melts in your mouth. So tender you can break it up with a fork but I might use a knife so I can create smaller pieces. THIS PLACE IS ALL OF THAT with perfect rendering and a master class in what a brisket should be. 5 out of 5. As good as any I have ever had and what I expect as the top of what barbecue brisket can be. The ribs were cooked perfectly with bountiful meat on the bone. The rub was not noteworthy but they were tasty and led me to use the sauce. The sauce is excellent - thick and vinegarry with a hint of sweetness. Only ordered one side - the potato salad. Much better than most. Not what I would put in the best category but totally worth eating. The pickles and onions? Wow! I wouldn't bother mentioning unless they were amazing. (Or terrible.) These were amazing! What I loved was that they cut up the onions in chunks rather than slices. The pickles were chunks of whole dills and not canned sliced pickles. Finally, I'll get to the ambiance. It's spacious with lots of seating inside. Good a/c. Two small windows that look out across the beautiful Hill Country for miles. Since the wildflowers were in epic form on the drive, the view was amazing this day. But it would be excellent without them. I should have taken a picture but I was too busy eating. We left Tumlinson's SmokyTop and went to Cooper's and as a comparison, I give the edge to Tumlinson's. The briskets were both in the same top echelon of what I expect a smoked brisket to be, but I think Tumlinson's was just slightly better. But where Tumlinson's crushes Cooper's is in the ambiance/atmosphere. Cooper's seating is indoor with no real outdoor tables. So you eat in a confined, windowless room that is not inviting. No music playing. Tumlinson's with no one else in it was memorable. I couldn't wait to get out of Cooper's. Felt a little creepy. Finally, Tumlinson's was selling brisket at $24 per pound while Cooper's was $26.99. This part is insignificant to me for the most part but there is a real price difference. Final verdict - Tumlinson's 5 out of 5. Cooper's 4.8 out of 5.

Local winner of the brisket competitions. Solid flavor and…read morefriendly family Catch him open and enjoy!

Beef rib was outstanding but priced at $54 a pound!! Brisket today was not great but ok, jalapeño…read moresausage was also good. The only reason 4 vs 5 was that it was $80 for lunch, 2 beef ribs, 1/2 lb brisket and half link of sausage

Amazing bbq and sides! Pick your meat and have it sliced by a pro. Indoor picnic table seating…read morewith self-serve beans that were delicious with a wonderful subtle jalapeño spice. We enjoyed everything we selected and would definitely return.

I live in ATX but was in BWD for work. This. BBQ is hands down better than Franklins and Leroy's in…read moreAustin. The meat needs no sauce but to have fun , have their in house pickles, a dip of their sauce, perfectly balance vinegar, black pepper and spice then, wow. You MUST eat here. No excuses if you are passing through.

The serving is meat only. Have to order sides separately. Knowing Texas BBQ, this was overly…read moresalted. The spices and BBQ sauces good, but the overly salted taste was not pleasant.

This is a well established barbecue restaurant that has been here for a long time. From what I've…read morebeen told it's been here for decades which is always a good sign of great food and service. They open at 10:30 am for lunch which is great for an early riser like myself. I was the only customer at this time so service was lightening fast. I ordered two ribs, beans and potato salad. The ribs were huge and had a ton of meat on them. I could barely finish them. I loved the beans too. I love beans of all kinds and these beans were unique.

Wow, best ribs and brisket I've had in a long time! Amazing customer service, so happy we have them…read morea try!!

If you're anywhere near Goldthwaite, this place is absolutely worth a stop…read more The Whoop & Holler burger is easily one of the best burgers I've had. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the combination of beer-braised onions and grilled poblanos on jalapeño sourdough brought everything together with incredible flavor. You can tell there's real thought put into the menu. It has that perfect country feel - laid back, comfortable, and the kind of place you can bring family or meet up with friends. Great food, good drinks, and a spot that feels like it belongs in the community. Highly recommend!

The food here is especially delicious! My family stopped in for a bite on our way to Galveston. I'd…read moregive it 5 stars, except we had to wait 15 minutes for our server to come to the table. We were worried it was closed, but there were two other tables waiting. I think with additional wait staff, this would be a 5 star experience. We loved the food! Our favorites were the sidewinder wedges, the whoafers, and the walking taco.

First time here. Was really hungry for chicken fried steak. This restaurant is in an old…read morerefurbished building off the square in downtown Gatesville. Very antique and vintage decor. We were greeted and immediately I asked Stephanie to tell us what they were known for. She said Chicken Fried Steak Yaa ! And hand battered onion rings.Food came out quickly and was hot and fresh. Hubby got full plate and I opted for Chicken fried Sandwich and onion rings. Very flavorful and gravy was definitely homemade. Loved it all. My only remark is that the front entry is kinda dark and could use a ceiling fan. We will be back.

Went back again and the onion rings are great. Chicken fried steak is good and crispy and the…read moreservice is quick. They need a full bar instead of just beer and wine to get the 5 stars. Inside is great and creepy.

This place is like my little secret!…read more I think their BBQ is great, same for Ribeye night and I love their salads and banana pudding! Also, we really like the beans!!! (But seriously, the best banana pudding I've ever had!) We have come here 3-4xs. We'd come more often but they are only open Fri/Sat/Sun. Very sweet waitress and staff. Super cute place, exactly what I love about Texas BBQ places!!

The best bbq chopped brisket sandwiches are super delicious it's worth the two hr drive!!…read moreEverything is soooo amazing!! The service was great and the wait time is super quick!! The fresh food and pickles and everything is just top tier

This is not a baked potato. This is a full-blown Texas barbecue masterpiece stuffed into a potato…read moreskin. A perfectly baked russet, split open and swimming in melted butter. Then comes a generous layer of savory beans, followed by a mountain of tender, smoky chopped brisket that falls apart with every bite. A rich, tangy barbecue sauce soaks into everything, while crisp pickles cut through the richness with the perfect bright snap. Cool sour cream and a blanket of shredded cheese melt into the hot toppings, tying the whole thing together in pure comfort food glory. Every component hits exactly right. It is smoky, savory, creamy, tangy, and just the right amount of sauce without a single note out of place. It's massive, messy in the best way, and so ridiculously delicious you'll be scraping the skin clean and still wishing there was more. Do yourself a favor and get there early. This potato and their barbecue are the real deal. They have amazing customer service, too!

Chipster's has always been fantastic, anytime I've had an experience with them!! He's a great…read morecaterer & moves around to accommodate many!! You MUST try his BBQ! Even though BBQ has gotten expense, I feel his prices are reasonable for the deliciousness! Always fresh & enjoy the sides too! Food & service are always great!! ‍‍‍ IMO he beats Up in Smoke by a mile!!