Barbecue cuisine: the best places to taste it in Brenham

6 restaurant menus in Brenham, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Truth Bbq
Truth Bbq
95/100 (1049 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
Gluten Free Options
American
Barbecue
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Beef
Pasta
Salad
Mac and cheese
Ribs
Cakes
Pork
American
Barbecue
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
Mid-range
"Best Brisket I have ever put in my mouth! Every thing else we tried was better than average. Sausage was very lean with great flavor. The dill..."
David Russell
"Truth BBQ is well worth the drive to Brenham. I’ve been doing a gradual tour of the Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ joints, and so far Truth is right..."
Brad Fee
"Absolutely amazing! Line moved fast, very friendly staff and amazing food. We got 3 three meat plates for the 4 of us to try the sides as well as..."
Justin Lawless
"I had high expectations after hearing all the hype, but it exceeded my expectations. The brisket is so moist and flavorful. The pork ribs are the..."
Johnny Aguirre
"The brisket was excellent, the pork ribs were tender,moist and perfectly seasoned. The sausage made in house is so flavorful with a little kick...."
Anne Wallace Winkelmann
"I've lived in Texas since 1973, and this is the best BBQ I've ever had. It was worth an almost hour-long wait in line (some of it in light rain). ..."
Mary Kay Hemenway
"The moist brisket and baked beans were to die for! More bark the better! Turkey was as juicy as it gets! I'll be back again on my way to..."
Sam Stokes
"First in line and well worth it, thanks Cory for the hospitality! The beef rib was the bomb and the brisket was like candy, and I really am becoming..."
Gary Martinson
"I am not quite a bbq snob but I have cooked enough brisket and other meats to say this is the best I have..."
Bob Lemay
"Delicious and well worth the hour wait! Was not a huge fan of the sides we chose, but the Brisket and jalapeño sausage were amazing! Next time I..."
Donna Robinson Brandenberger
"Any drive... Any wait in line is worth the amazing BBQ and friendly service from the owner himself! Don’t leave without getting a piece of..."
Suzanne Wright
"Rolled by it at 3 pm in the afternoon I happen to look over and see the sign. We have blown past this place on the way to Bastrop or Round Top often..."
Gina Schild-Knowles
"The ribs and brisket were as good as it gets. All of the sides were delicious. And the cake, oh my! This place is the..."
Dennis Wood
"Best brisket in the area! My second time to visit this place and it did not disappoint! Took the family out this time and they all enjoyed..."
Frankie Estrada
"One of my favorite out of the top 50. Loved the ribs & the tater tot casserole. Mamma’s cakes were awesome. Got some lemon & banana cake to go..."
Jeannie Thompson
"Awesome, Awesome, Awesome... Brisket, ribs, sausage...all on point. Mac & Cheese was great! Hats off to who ever prepares your collard greens they..."
Ruben Amaya
"No wonder this place is on lists for greatest BBQ in Texas!! I live in Richmond and it was definitely worth the short drive! We went on a Saturday..."
Tim Cooke
"Had The pleasure of enjoying Truth Barbecue in Brenham Texas today! It was an excellent experience and Meal. The brisket was amazing and I..."
Boone Wyatt
"So this place was referred to me by a friend in North East Texas who owns Wright On BBQ in Harleton. We moved to Brenham in May and let me say I am..."
Louis Hardt
"Beat the line, get there on time, open until sold out. You will not be disappointed by their well cooked and delicious BBQ and sides. Don't forget..."
Andy Pryor
"Great pulled pork and brisket. Side dishes were also good. I was not a fan of the BBQ sauce as it was a bit too heavy on the vinegar for..."
Paul Anderson
"Good God when did bbq get more expensive than a steak dinner! Look I am all about a good piece of brisket and Truth BBQ is no doubt that but it ain't..."
Marcus Lamb
"We experienced no wait when we arrived. Had the brisket and pork ribs which were excellent. Sides were also exceptional. Staff and owner were very..."
C Webster
"Ordered the "Trinity" deal which included three types of meat (one pound of each), two large sides of your choice, plus all the fixings. Best BBQ..."
Shane Olson
Cody's Pit Stop Bbq
Cody's Pit Stop Bbq
92/100 (169 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Barbecue
Fast food
Barbecue
Cheap Eats
"Met up with some friends here. Best Central TX BBQ and the best part is it's a small family owned business. Great food, wonderful ambiance and the..."
Patt Nicols
"Great friendly counter service bbq joint. Seems like we got there at the tail end of what was available so missed out on the sides other than slaw...."
rogueacosta
"Can't wait to get back to Cody's. Brenham is halfway between Round Rock and Houston. Got friends in Houston that I'll definitely see more often now..."
Gina Pegues
"The ribs are so moist, brisket is flavorful. We are travel from austin to houston and stop by in the middle for late lunch. The owner and his staff..."
Hieu Vu
"My family and I just ate at this restaurant for the first time yesterday and loved it. Every choice of meat was flavorful and moist. The sides were..."
Jason T
"In town for the weekend and so glad we found this place. Best BBQ we have ever had!! Ribs and Sausage are outstanding and the sauce is amazing. Will..."
Dawn Ridlen
"My husband and I decided to go on a drive for some BBQ. Cody's wasn't in the direction we originally planned, but decided to drive from the Houston..."
Jackie Silva
"My first five star review. Amazing bbq. Everything was fresh and moist, perfect smoke, and made with love. Great people. I'll be..."
Chuck Cross
Lj's Bbq
Lj's Bbq
88/100 (929 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Lunch
Brisket Mac N Cheese with Greens
Turkey and Brisket Plate
Sausage Plate Brisket Plate
Pasta
Brisket on Haven Mac and Cheese
Mac and cheese
3 Meat with 2 Sides Brisket Ribs Jalapeno Sausage Potato Salad Slaw
Brisket Tacos
Ribs
Texas Cheesesteak
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Three Meat Plate
3 Meat Plate
Beans
Pulled Pork Sandwich and Mac and Cheese
Barbacoa
Brisket Pulled Pork Potato Salad and Macaroni Salad
Chopped Brisket with Guacamole
Pork Steak Sausage Boudin Banana Pudding
Brisket Fried Rice
Barbecue Brisket
Brisket Sausage Fried Mac N Cheese Balls
Barbecue
American
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Mid-range
"LJ's. Simply amazing barbeque! The turkey is without a doubt the best I've ever had. The brisket melts in your mouth, and their Mac and Cheese is,..."
Keith Hankins
"We stopped by for lunch today. The brisket and ribs were so tender we didn't even need knives. The pinto beans were to die for and the mac and cheese..."
Becky Mooney McDonald
"I have never had melt in your mouth brisket before now! WOW! This BBQ is excellent! Is it possible to be addicted to brisket? I think I..."
Michelle Faulk
"Today was our first time to try LJ'S BBQ... It was hands down the best BBQ I've ever eaten, we were too late for the ribs, but got brisket, smoked..."
Ann King
"Don't let the appearance fool you. Great food and nice people. I had the 2 meat plate and the brisket and sausage was excellent. Potatoe salad is..."
Vickie Rabren Shaw
"This is extraordinary BBQ! He cuts the most tender brisket you've ever had really thick. The ribs were falling off the bone delicious and the brisket..."
David Daniels
"Drove 3.5 hours to get there right after they opened.. the best Brisket and ribs I've ever had... worth the drive and as the expand the smoking..."
Johnny Giles
"What a diamond of a place! Loved the brisket! Tender and full of..."
Michelle Christner
"The best brisket and mac & cheese in Texas !! Also my favorite is their collard greens. Y’all must try..."
Mino Kiyokawa
"The best barbecue around! I tried the brisket tacos for the first time. They were on the freshest tortillas and had so much meat on them, I could..."
Louise Draus
"The turkey was seasoned and cooked to perfection, the mac-n-cheese is to die for and the pintos were awesome!!! Well done..."
Becca Douglas
"Went there for lunch today and brought a ton of food home! The brisket, pulled pork, sausage, mac and cheese, and potato salad are..."
Kristen Ott Laneri
"Super yummy. I've eaten at their downtown location and loved it. Today we went to new location. The turkey is DELICIOUS and the Mac and Cheese was..."
Deann Provost Ivy
"Terrific BBQ and friendly people. Great brisket and potato salad. Fun place to watch some..."
Joshua David Kahanek
"We were looking for some authentic Texas BBQ while visiting Brenham from Minneapolis. Our lunch at LJ’s BBQ was fantastic. I regret we didn’t..."
Agata Dittfurth
"I'll spare you the words, you have to experience this BBQ for yourself. Fantastic food, smiling faces, you gotta try the mac and..."
Charles Lowery
"Nice little bbq place in Brenham. Delicious brisket and sausage plate. Mac and cheese taste like your mamas. Cole slaw was not bad either. Employees..."
Road Wanderer
"We had Brisket, sausage, ribs , turkey, Mac n cheese and potato salad! Everything was so delicious. Brisket was so tender and the meats were all so..."
Lindsey Brack
"Best BBQ in Washington County. The Brisket and ribs were amazing. Mac and Cheese was incredible. Get there early because the food goes fast. Great..."
Kass Copelin
"Dec-2021 Update: Went back for our 2nd visit. Still fantastic! Love their jalapeño and cheese sausage, and great cole slaw. Best damn BBQ in..."
Rayna Seamans Campbell
"LJ's in Brenham is damn good. Not sure what's on them tender ribs but I like it. Brisket was better than good and I'd buy the sausage by the pound if..."
J.C. Clements
"Anytime I am in area I always stop in to enjoy some of the best bbq in area. The brisket is always spot on. Looking forward to next..."
David M
"Got to stop in while visiting family in Brenham and we were not disappointed! Everyone at the counter was great and the food was on..."
Aaron Hesse
"Came in for the Texas Trinity and left in a food coma not wanting to move for an hour. The fatty brisket is some of the best in the state with a..."
mike villarreal
Big Daddy's Barbecue
Big Daddy's Barbecue
79/100 (982 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
"I was so hungry that I didn’t take pictures. I was not very happy with the service. We were part of a wine tour and had very specific selections of..."
Dayana Gomez
"I ate here when I was visiting from out of town. I used to live in Brenham, but moved away 10 years ago. As soon as I saw Nathan's BBQ, I told my..."
April McCart
"Wow, what a wonderful place to eat and spend great times. As I arrived to Nathan's BBQ with my family, the owners explained to us the food choices..."
Jorge Buitrago
"Great ambiance and friendly staff! The BBQ is delicious! I tried the two meat plate with brisket, ribs, mashed potatoes, baked beans, and cornbread!..."
H.G. Rios JR
Lone Wolf Tavern
Lone Wolf Tavern
74/100 (10 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
Barbecue
American
Dinner
Lunch
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Nathan's Bbq
Nathan's Bbq
70/100 (1154 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
American
Barbecue
Barbecue
American
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Burger
Beef
Pasta
Mac and cheese
Ribs
Crawfish
Catfish
Cakes
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I was so hungry that I didn’t take pictures. I was not very happy with the service. We were part of a wine tour and had very specific selections of..."
Dayana Gomez
"I ate here when I was visiting from out of town. I used to live in Brenham, but moved away 10 years ago. As soon as I saw Nathan's BBQ, I told my..."
April McCart
"Wow, what a wonderful place to eat and spend great times. As I arrived to Nathan's BBQ with my family, the owners explained to us the food choices..."
Jorge Buitrago
"Great ambiance and friendly staff! The BBQ is delicious! I tried the two meat plate with brisket, ribs, mashed potatoes, baked beans, and cornbread!..."
H.G. Rios JR