Get your meat fix! Texas is known for its approach to barbecue. From smoky meats to spicy sides, these Dallas barbecue joints will satisfy your cravings.
Immerse yourself in Dallas’ thriving culinary scene with our guide to the best barbecue spots in town.
Terry Black’s Barbecue
Come for the barbecue, stay for the drinks. The menu at Terry Black’s speaks for itself — pork and beef ribs, melt-in-your-mouth brisket, creamed corn, tangy coleslaw — it’s all worth the wait. Watch the pros at work in the open kitchen or head to the upper deck patio for a sunny view of Deep Ellum.
Sweet Georgia Brown
This South Dallas restaurant’s menu features both barbecue and soul food. Sweet Georgia Brown serves smoked ribs and sausages, as well as cafeteria-style fried chicken, greens, and candied apples. The generous portions allow you to take plenty of food with you to snack on later.
OAK’D
Located in Dallas’ Old Town shopping center, OAK’D proudly offers handmade Texas barbecue. Our brisket is an art form, infused with the vanilla aroma of Post OAK Texas smoke and covered with a peppery crust. Everything prepared in our kitchen is made with local and regional ingredients that taste right, no matter the season. There’s something for everyone at OAK’D, from a wide selection of perfectly smoked meats to exquisite sides and the OAK’D Bakery with homemade ice cream, cookies, and other sweets.
Smokey John’s Barbecue and Home Cooking
For over 40 years, Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que & Home Cooking has been serving up hearty portions of traditional Texas-style hickory-smoked barbecue. From pork ribs or hot links to fried catfish or brisket, Smokey John’s offers a wide selection of Southern barbecue favorites, giving you the opportunity to enjoy fresh, local flavors.
Cattleack Barbecue
Located in an industrial park in North Dallas, Cattleack is open only two days a week and offers some of the best barbecue in Texas. Recently named one of the top ten barbecue spots in the state by Texas Monthly, Cattleack offers delicious barbecue varieties with standards such as pulled pork, fatty brisket, and beef ribs among seasonal dishes. The dining room has recently been expanded, so despite the long lines, there’s plenty of room to enjoy hearty sausages and sides.
Bar-Q Sammy’s
Step into the cozy, rustic interior of Sammy’s Bar-B-Q, where you’ll find amazing ribs and friendly service. Reasonable prices and generous sides are just some of the perks of this family-owned eatery.
Big Al’s Smokehouse BBQ
Discover time-tested Texas delicacies at Big Al’s Smokehouse BBQ. This five-decade-old culinary institution proves that good things take time, from homemade rubs to hickory smoking.
Baby Back Shak
Baby Back Shak continues to impress with barbecue recipes passed down from generation to generation. Along with classic Texas dishes, Baby Back Shak serves up mouthwatering appetizers like Cornish chicken and smoked bologna — all of which you can pair with coleslaw, green beans, baked potatoes, corn, and more.
