Will you be in Dallas soon? Here is a list of the Best BBQ joints in the Dallas area with particular regard to Brisket (though, that is redundant because BBQ = Brisket).
Being from Dallas, I’ve look through places like Texas Monthly, Eater Dallas, and The Texas Tasty, as well as in posts all over the internet looking for the best brisket/BBQ experience for you when you visit my home town.
This is highly subjective and difficult to assess because, according to the Dallas Observer and CultureMap, Dallas has more restaurants per capita than any other major city in the US. We love our food and there is so much good to eat in Dallas. I guarantee, however, if you pick some of these places, you won’t go wrong. You also need to go toJoe T. Garcia’s in Ft. Worth for Mexican food… but I’ll have to do another post for Tex-Mex in the DFW area.
Dallas and its surrounding areas are renowned for their BBQ, especially brisket, which is a cornerstone of Texas barbecue culture. Here are some of the best BBQ restaurants in and around Dallas, especially those that are highly regarded for their brisket:
Pecan Lodge (Deep Ellum)
The brisket is slow-smoked over wood, offering a tender, flavorful experience with a perfect balance of smoky and savory notes. There may be long lines but there’s a reason for that.
Cattleack Barbeque (North Dallas)
They make a particularly tender, well-marbled brisket with a rich, smoky flavor with a peppery bark. They have limited hours (Thurs, Fri, and occasional Saturdays) Planning ahead is essential and it may not work out if you’re leaving mid-week.
Terry Black’s Barbecue (Deep Ellum)
From Lockhart, Texas, Terry Black’s brings its Central Texas BBQ to Dallas. The brisket will melt-in-your-mouth. Smoky flavor with a peppery crust.
Lockhart Smokehouse (Bishop Arts District)
Also serving authentic Central Texas-style brisket. Tender, smoky, with a nice bark, no sauce needed. Very traditional style Texas BBQ.
Hutchins BBQ (McKinney and Frisco)
It’s a little drive but worth the trip. They have an all-you-can-eat option, so buckle up big boy. Brisket is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Always has a good smoke ring and seasoning.
Heim Barbecue (Mockingbird)
Originally from Fort Worth, tender and flavorful brisket with a signature pepper-heavy rub. Their bacon burnt ends are particularly good.
Slow Bone (Design District)
This is a lunch-only spot known for hickory-smoked brisket. Tender and flavorful with a good smoke ring. The sides are really good as well.
OAK’D BBQ (Old Town Shopping Center)
This is handcrafted Texas BBQ, with brisket that features a vanilla-tinged flavor from Texas Post Oak smoke and a peppery bark. They use a particularly high quality of meat to get an exceptional result.
