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Cooper's is destination barbeque. When talking Texas barbeque, brisket is king. So that was my main choice.
When you walk in the door, you are greeted by the pit master, standing beside his open pit, inviting you to choose from the many cuts of barbecued and smoked meats he has to offer. I chose a slab of brisket and sausage. The sausage is made by Cooper's and is a mix of beef and pork.
After choosing and receiving your meat order, you will go through a cafeteria style line to choose your sides and dessert should you have a taste for sweet to end your meal. I chose Cole slaw, and pecan cobbler, knowing full well I had more food than I could eat, but there are plenty of go boxes on the service line for later.
The brisket had a nice chew, great flavor and perfect serving size from hand carving. The sausage had an excellent flavor and was bursting with juicy goodness. However, I prefer a coarse grind sausage, which this was not. That's just a texture preference on my part and in no way a criticism of the sausage.
I have to mention that the beef rib one of my companions ordered was OUTSTANDING. The meat was literally melt in your mouth. Can not rave about this choice enough. If you like beef,get one, it will change your life.
The Cole slaw was crunchy and sweet, with a generous portion to boot. The pecan cobbler was divine and would have been perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, but I ate it on the road trip home.
There is a full service drink station, paper towels at the tables, and picnic style seating. The bathrooms are neat and clean.
Get there early because there is always a line, and when they sell out of an item, it's gone till the next day.
Cooper's is a great barbeque experience and it's right next to the Forth Worth stockyards for those weekend travelers. Enjoy some excellent food there.
Sharon Mendelaoui Dream Travel Magazine
+3.5
I was staring into this gigantic sized open BBQ and I had no idea what to do. I was frozen in shock and awe by what I was seeing. I’ve never seen a BBQ this big before and certainly not filled in its entirety with huge portions of meat and poultry. This was the scene at my very first Texas BBQ which I was told is an experience I must do when visiting the state. The host of this dream experience was Cooper’s Old Time Pit BBQ in the Fort Worth Stockyards and here is everything you want to know about a Texas BBQ and the dining scene at Cooper’s.
A couple weeks ago we were doing a lot of stuff in the Dallas and Fort Worth areas. Ian and I had driven by what was claimed in Google to be an El Pollo Loco (but wasn’t). We found ourselves in the Stockyards area, and drove past Cooper’s, and had to stop in. Cooper’s has a lot of potential. You order your meat first, then some sides, then sit down at long tables family style. Your Q is on butcher paper.
Love it!!!. Outstanding BBQ! I don't get to Ft. Worth often but, when I do Cooper's is a MUST!
Dinner. Food was good, team at the restaurant were very helpful and explained the process to first timers. Brisket and sausage was good and well cooked.
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A little pricey, but good. I went for my first time tonight, using a Groupon. I decided to make it easy on myself and I ordered the ribeye with baked potato. I added an iced tea and the total was a hair over $30 (before the Groupon was applied). That's more than I would normally spend on a dinner for myself, but the food was good.
I'm not really a huge fan of ribeyes. "Most" restaurants seem to think ribeye means "let's find the fattiest piece of meat we can and charge extra for it!" That wasn't the case here. Yes, there was some fat around the edges, but the bulk of what I received was actually MEAT. It had a good flavor to it, too!
The baked potato could've done with less pepper. You see, I'm one of those crazy people who likes to eat the skin of the potato. The baked potatoes have a "healthy" coating of pepper which makes eating the skin rather inconvenient. After several bites, your taste buds are in for a "treat," as the effects of the pepper seem to "add up."
All in all, I liked the place and I'd go back. I'm not sure if I'll go back SOON, but I'll probably go back, at some point. If nothing else, I'd like to try some of their other choices..
It was good but not great. Would not come back. Brisket was the best then jalapeno sasuage. pork ribs were mediocre. My standard for bbq is Hard 8 in Stephenville
Loved it! It's nice that you can get as much or little of each item you want. Brisket and ribs were the best I have had in a long time if not ever! Looks like they have bands on Friday nights and serve beer all the time. Its a New favorite for sure!
Delicious. Went here with the family and loved it! Cheap prices for enormous amounts of food. My brother go 12oz sirloin for $13! and it was cooked perfectly! Loved their cobblers, beans (free), and sweet tea! Must try if your in the stockyard area.
Love this place.. I hear a lot of people say this is very pricey, if you don't eat 2lbs of meat it's not. Where can you get 16oz Prime rib for 18.99lb? Half a chicken is 5.00 and it is the best chicken ever. The baked potatoes are to die for, my wife and I go at least once a week, went today got two half chicken two potatoes' sausage and two drinks, 23.00 and not to mention the free beans, heck we took half of it home. Love, love, love, this place.
Amazing barbecue, but the prices are pretty high and are not clearly indicated erode ordering. It was worth it though. Best barbecue I have ever had
So glad Coopers opened in Fort Worth.. I've been making my wife angry for years going out of our way on Austin trips by stopping in Llano for Coopers. It's my favorite, so I am biased.
As soon as they opened in Fort Worth I had to go. I was not disappointed. But like others have said here, if you don't like vinegar based sauce, don't use it and don't cry about it if they put it on. It's good and not your typical boring Dickeys bbq that most people seem to like here in Dallas.
Highly recommend the pork ribs but don't let your eyes get the best of you because you will speed a lot of money. Order by the pound and they will get you close.
On the fence. Reading the reviews on Urbanspoon I would have to say Cooper's Old Time Pit BBQ is undisputedly one of the most controversial restaurants in Fort Worth. You either love it or you hate it. In my case I was actually on the fence about it. I completely understand everyones comment that place is expensive. For 2 people I ordered 1 lb of brisket a Pork Chop and a corn on the cob it was $30 bucks. The price did include all you can eat baked beans and bread, which were situated in the dining area. Another complaint I have is Coopers side dish selection is rather limited and is not included in the meal. I saw cole slaw and corn on the cob. The meat (both the pork chop and the brisket) was tasty but definitely not the best I ever had. I will go back to Coopers but not that frequently becuase of the hefty price tag.
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Just about like I remembered it. I stumbled on the original Cooper's in Llano a few years ago on a trip between Sweetwater and Kingsland. It was the best brisket I've ever tasted - Salt Lick, Kreuze's, Smitty's - none of them can hold a candle.
We went to Cooper's Ft Worth and it was just as good. Reading the reviews, I'm beginning to think that they must have one pit master and one pit apprentice - it seems to depend on what day you go, as to whether you get good bbq or not.
I've also read that some folks got too much fat on their brisket. The day I was there, the pit boss asked me if I wanted lean or "marbled" brisket. The fact that they asked this tells me that they are aware that not everyone likes lots of fat and are responding to folks' preferences. Changing to suit your customers' preferences is A Very Good Thing. Me, I took marbled and cut the fat with bread and onions. Not exactly a healthy choice, but it was gooooooooooooooooood......
I'm also very partial to their sausage. I know next to nothing about sausage making, but I know what I like and this is some of the best sausage I've ever eaten. It has a coarser grind than a lot of sausage, and I like the texture. I'm not sure why I don't like the finer ground sausages. Maybe they're using the finer grind to hide crappy ingredients? Who knows. All I know is that the sausage is nice and spicy, but doesn't activate my heartburn.
I'm looking forward to trying the pork chops on my next trip. I didn't even think about them because of the brisket, but so many raves have me looking forward to them for next time.
Expensive for the quality. The sausage was great. The pork chops are huge, but be careful as the cost gets out of hand quickly. Big fan of the blackberry cobbler but was extremely disappointed that a la mode meant getting a pre-packaged ice cream scoop that was hard as a rock. I threw the ice cream away. I might go back for the sausage, but the pork chops aren't worth the money and the ice cream was a joke.
Brisket was great. Pork and beef ribs are good. Sausage is average at best but brisket more than makes up for it. Cold beer and decent sides. Overall one of the best BBQ joints you'll find in the Fort.
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Expensive, but right up there with the best. I'm a fan of good old fashioned Texas Hill Country BBQ. In my opinion, you can't beat good brisket, ribs and sausage. Cooper's lives up to its Llano namesake and follows through with the best brisket I've had since my last visit to Louis Mueller's in Taylor - and that's setting the bar pretty high. In the DFW area, only Angelo's comes close, and their brisket isn't nearly as good, in my opinion. This place is a breed apart from mediocre chains like Dickie's and Spring Creek, and doesn't even need to be in the same conversation.
Of course nothing can match the, um, "ambiance" of the original Cooper's in Llano, but I'll put the new store's food up against the old one's any day. The brisket was fantastic - moist, well-seasoned, and not overly smoky. It was damn-near perfect. Their jalapeno sausage was also excellent - juicy, a little greasy, and it "snapped" when I bit into it. If there was a weak link in the meat, it might be the pork ribs. While they were tender and very tasty, there wasn't a whole lot of meat to be had - lots of fat and cartilage that went to waste (expensive waste, since you're buying by the pound). Their sauce is more of an au jus, just the way I remember it from Llano, and it goes well with the meats I sampled. If you're expecting KC Masterpiece, you will disappointed in the sauce. But then again, KC Masterpiece isn't exactly a culinary masterpiece.
For sides, I started to try the potato salad, but then I remembered about the free beans. And then I saw the cobblers. So I came to my senses, put back the potato salad, and instead ordered a scoop of blackberry cobbler. After I plowed through my pile of meat, I remembered I still had cobbler somewhere under the butcher paper and wadded up napkins. As much as it pained me, I dug in. It was just plain awesome. Sweet and tart and tangy, with a crispy, flaky crust. The only thing missing was a dollop of vanilla Blue Bell.
So what's not to love? Well, it's pricey. My ribs, sausage, cobbler and tea came to about $25. My friend's brisket, sausage and tea (no cobbler) came to about $23. However, I will come here do it all over again. You will end up with plenty of leftovers - especially if you get the lean brisket - and just think of the money you'll save by not driving all the way down to Llano!
Even with the high price of entry, this is a welcome addition to the DFW BBQ scene. Plus, it lives up to the name and the reputation that comes with it. Kudos.
I love Coopers. Have been enjoying the Llano location for years. The new Ft Worth spot definatly has some room to grow. Not physically.....the place is huge, with TVs on the walls and a beer bar. I know you gotta grow with demand, it just makes the Llano location that much more special. The food is good but just not "Coopers" quite yet. Everything was just a little too shinny and clean. Even the meat didn't look as dark and smoked as the original. The staff seems more lost about the concept than the customers. We will be back soon....Coopers is great BBQ IMO, this new location just needs some seasoning. :-)
Jonathan Keith Marut
+4.5
Get there!. The newest BBQ joint in Fort Worth is easily one of the best. This is from the same folks who brought you Coopers in Llano, and boy is it good stuff. Step up to the pit and select your chuncks of meat. They have all the standard stuff, plus extra goodies like cabrito (goat). Try a half chicken, and be sure to get it dunked in BBQ sauce by the guy. The only bad thing about the place is the annoying setup they have with their front doors and the line (you'll see what I mean if you go during a peak feeding time.) Beware also, this meat is cooked "cowboy style" over high heat, not slow smoked, so if you are looking for a heavy smoke BBQ flavor, you won't find it here!
Good BBQ. The BBQ was good but, I like another poster said, it was way over priced. I got the pork ribs-3, 1/4# sliced beef and 1/4# sausage plus coleslaw and a drink. $23.00. I didn't care for the BBQ sauce. To runny and no real taste to it. The pork ribs were meaty and had good flavor. Sliced beef was good and tender and the sausage was good as well. The coleslaw was standard. Now I also went to Off The Bone BBQ and it came with two sides and a drink and still had to pay $21.00, but you got a ton more food. For your monies worth it's OTB BBQ.
Good, but massively overpriced if you're not careful. Everyone I know has spent $20 per person the first time. And the meats are expensive when you consider that the fat is left on and weighed. Oh, and because they use charcoal it doesn't have a smoky flavor. Go on Monday and try the special.
...I ordered spare ribs, sliced beef, and regular sausage (they offer jalapeno cheddar as well.) The brisket was moist, showing a decent ring, a very nice smoke flavor, and a very developed crust. The only complaint I have is it lacked seasonings, mainly salt. The ribs were the best I have had in the area yet, very tender and smoked perfect.
We were not disappointed! Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-b-Que was exactly what we wanted and I was thrilled that we'd picked this place without even doing any research. I went by the seat of my pants which is totally unlike me. I'm a planner.
The brisket at this restaurant is comfortably among the best I’ve had. Perfectly marbled and so flavorful. There was the option for leaner cuts of brisket also and of course a variety of other meats. I thought the Mac-n-cheese and green beans sides were just okay, although a member of my party really enjoyed them, so it may come down to personal preferences. That being said, I’m definitely visiting again whenever I’m in the area.
Good brisket, great sides, fun place.
The brisket was tender and juicy. The sausage had wonderful flavor.
The pinto beans were a top 3 of my life. Incredible.
The pecan and peach cobblers were absurdly tasty!!
Expensive but it was an easy walk from the Stockyards.
The ordering flow was different as you order meats by the pound first, then see the sides. This was our first time so we quickly adapted.
Coopers Old time bar-B- que was overall pretty descent brisket. It was a little dry, but then again, it was later in the day. The sides however where good, and so was the service. I had the mac and chesse with jalapeños, pecan pie, baked beans, and sausage. They were good. To add, the atmosphere was very cowboy like. The location is right across the street from the coliseum, which is great if you want to watch a rodeo after eating. Overall, it's pretty good. i would take my friends here.
Authentic Texas Bar-B-Que where you get to pick your meat, chicken or sausage. Super friendly staff and plenty of sides to chose from + a fun environment with lots of memorabilia on the walls
Had my grandkids with me hunting. Wanted to get them the “Coopers” experience. We arrived 15 mins before they opened. I walked the boys over to show them the pits. The staff came out to show them around and then said they could go ahead and pick their food. Classic great service happy to serve early. No rushing lets the boys pick and choose. Great food great service…..4th generation served.
I had the barque beef ribs and my friend had the ribeye steak everything was so good meat just fall off the bone. I had eaten all my food. I had the blackberry cobbler and vanilla ice cream. It was so yummy.
Great place! We tried a variety of food: brisket, jalapeno cheddar sausage, regular sausage, pulled pork sandwich, potato salad, jalapeno and bacon mac and cheese, grilled corn, and the peach cobbler. My husband and I enjoyed all of it. The food was delicious.
Cooper's provides outstanding service, and their staff is super friendly and helpful.
There isn't table service. You order your meat(s) by weight when you first walk in, then choose your sides and desserts in a cafeteria-style line. They provide all you can eat bread, pickles, jalapeños, onions, barbecue sauce, and pinto beans. Drinks are self-service.
Great place, very clean, terrific staff, cool decor, delicious food, and a wonderful atmosphere. I highly recommend it!
The barbecue here is so good! I had the beef ribs, which were very flavorful and cooked perfectly. I can’t wait to go again.
Our second time visiting Cooper’s in Fort Worth. Food is delicious and melts in your mouth. Yum!!! Would be great if they had a sampler platter to allow us to sample various items off the Pit.
Brisket was the best, but pretty fatty. Mac was a bit underwhelming, but mixed with some pork it was better. Loved the beans!
Ridiculously good. Everything tasted great. The staff were nice and helpful for my first time ordering here. The dining area is super spacious, and provides self serve stations for extra fixings. Appreciated the to go station with the roll of aluminum foil and plastic bags, there was no way I was going to finish all this in one sitting.
We were traveling from Japan on a budget, but we had a great time. If I had more money and time, I would have enjoyed it more...
Love the food. The server for meat choices was not the friendliest. He seemed more annoyed than helpful. He made us feel rushed, and when it was pointed out, he was condescending with his response. Will go back because let's face it the food is great and the rest of the staff was hospitable.
Miriah Zuniga, Corsicana Realtor
+5
Calling all BBQ lovers - if you haven't been to Coopers BBQ, you're seriously missing out! From the moment I walked in, I could smell the mouth-watering aroma of delicious smoked meats. The restaurant has a rustic and charming atmosphere, with an open flame grill that adds to the ambiance. But let's get to the food - I tried the brisket and it was absolutely heavenly. The meat was so tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. I also loved the variety of sides and sauces to choose from, each one as delicious as the last. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the service was quick and efficient. I left feeling satisfied and happy, already planning my next visit. If you're a fan of BBQ or just looking for a tasty and authentic dining experience, you won't regret stopping by Coopers BBQ. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you
Very long line, but worth the wait. Great brisket, not so much of a fan of their watery bbq sauce but still good. The pecan cobbler was amazing and a must try.
This has become my favorite BBQ joint of ALL TIME!! Every time I am close by, I will eat here. Every bite was mouth watering!! Can't wait to go back!!!!
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