Barbecue cuisine: the best places to taste it in The Woodlands

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Corkscrew Bbq
Corkscrew Bbq
93/100 (921 ratings)
Quick Bites
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
American
Lunch
Pork
Sandwiches
Beef
Salad
Tapas
Tacos
Ribs
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Lunch
Mid-range
"Oh, my gracious! We are BIG time BBQ eaters and know the difference between “ho-hum” BBQ and amazing BBQ. This is amazing, worth the wait on a..."
Edie Trammel
"The line is long, but moves pretty fast so get there early so you can taste their wonderful food. I loved everything, the staff was super awesome and..."
Angela Bokousky
"THE best bbq around! Plus such kind and attentive staff. It’s worth the..."
Rebecca Norrell
"Best brisket I've ever had, bar none. I keep thinking it can't possibly be as good as I remember it, but it's always BETTER! Almost melts in your..."
Sean Elgin
"Real, authentic Texas BBQ, friendly staff and even customers, and the location is the southern vibe you’re looking for. You go for not only the..."
Maloree Anderson
"The best brisket. Potatoe sald is like crack. So addicting. Truly the..."
Tara Tanner
"Epic brisket and ribs!! Some of the best I’ve ever had. Tuesday - Thursday is the time to go. Small lines. Friday & Saturday, get there..."
Jason Simes
"They never fail to disappoint on quality and service. Some of the nicest people work there. It is the best there..."
Paul Marino
"We absolutely love Corkscrew! Our favorite are the lean brisket & turkey! All sides are delicious (my fave is the cole slaw) & so are the desserts...."
Juliette Marie
"Many thanks to Corkscrew, and not just for the best BBQ ever. My husband managed to lose his wallet at Corkscrew on Saturday, July 14. We got a good..."
Ruth Ingram Cummins
"KC girl who has been snubbing TX bbq for a while but really enjoyed this. Ordered ribs, sausage and brisket. Ribs and sausage were top..."
Staci Roeber
"We moved to Georgetown / Austin over a year ago and have not yet found bbq we like as much as Corkscrew. Just left a Top 50 Texas Monthly place in..."
Jane Branson Miller
"Hands down one of the best BBQ joints in the Houston area!! EVERYTHING we had was incredible! A must for everyone to try! Go early because the food..."
Barbara Rodriguez-Dives
"You come before 11:00 and grab a number.  At 11:00 the doors open and feasting begins.  On this particular day (Tuesday) there were about 20 to 25..."
Royfact
"Hands down, the best brisket anywhere. I've tried them all, but these guys have the secret. The restaurant is a cool place also, love the setting,..."
T Allen
"One word. Wowza! The kind of barbecue of which dreams are made. Couple of things to prepare for; one this place gets a line quick like before 11am,..."
Catfish Ally
"The best BBQ in the North Houston area. Always a line but it moves quickly. Great new location that provides some indoor seating, it's even good..."
D Hames
"I'm my humble opinion, this is about as good as Texas BBQ gets. Everything on the menu is top notch, but their brisket and pork ribs are among the..."
Sky Howard
"The last day of service at the Corkscrew BBQ trailer on Budde Rd. in Spring was bittersweet. So many great BBQ memories made here since they opened..."
Scott Sandlin
"This was the best barbecue brisket that I have tasted in a really long time. I am originally from Texas, and I now live in Florida. While visiting..."
Rafael Griffin
"We got there a little on late side at 1. Had to wait for about 1/2 hour. All meat sold out but brisket. Sides potato salad, Mac n cheese, and slaw..."
Kenny
"Great Bbq. My favorite is the whole hog sandwhich which is chopped beef with your choice of mild or spicy sausage and a rib. Comes with one side, I..."
Roger Himelstein
"Some of the Best in Texas. I have had BBQ from one end of Texas to another.... how I missed this place in my own back yard for so long is beyond me...."
Woodlands Foodman
"Do not pass this one bye. Get there around 10:30 AM or prepare to wait. Killer brisket and ribs. Mac n Cheese that should be made sweet love to. It's..."
Trust The Chubby
"Fantastic Q. I heard about Corkscrew and decided to give it a try. I arrived there about 10:30 AM and got in an already long line. They operate out..."
Kingwood Bob
"Ok so I have been around a little. Everywhere I go I look for a BBQ joint. In Houston looked up BBQ and this place came up. Opens at 11:00 am so I..."
Bighungryasian
"FINALLY!!!! Some good BBQ in my town!!. Just waited in line for 45 minutes to have corkscrew bbq. It was worth it. It is the best bbq I have had..."
Matt
"By far the best BBQ in The Woodlands area. Tremendous ribs, brisket, sausage, chicken etc. I was previously upset thinking there was no good BBQ..."
Brian D
"1st time out and it was Awesome! If you want to know what good brisket/sausage is..make a stop at Corkscrew Bbq. U will Not be dissappointed..."
Gina Garcia
"Amazing BBQ!. I just took my brother to this place today because we were looking for a place to eat for lunch and I'm not even like a mile away from..."
Bunnygal25
"OUTSTANDING. AWESOME food!! DEFN. the best in the area!! Turkey tacos are my..."
Carla Nielsen
"The food here is spectacularly good,particularly the pulled pork.Everything is freshly made and delicious.The owners are friendly and the service is..."
LTargett
"Corkscrew BBQ is AWESOME. If you are looking for some awesome Q in The Woodlands, go and check out Corkscrew BBQ. Nicole & Will are cooking up some..."
MySharona
"Finger lickin good. I drove by these guys, smelled the bbq and turned around to get some grub. Now I eat there every time I am in the area and..."
Gcox
"Found this place via Urban Spoon. What a classic. TX BBQ out of a trailer with the smoker about 50 ft. away. Great Carolina vinegar based pulled..."
David K
"BEST EVER!!!. The food is awesome! One thing I love is the fresh food everyday. It makes you feel good to know the food you are eating was cooked..."
Lee
"WOW! Simply the BEST!!!!!. If you want the best BBQ in, not only the woodlands, but the best BBQ in the entire state of Texas - GO VIST CORK SCREW..."
Jerry Raymond
"The food and owners are awesome! Honestly fresh food everyday day. It speaks volume about their food if they are running out every day ... They must..."
JM
"Corkscrew Bbq catered my rehearsal dinner in Oct. My family was in town from all over the U.S. and they still rave about the food!!! I was So excited..."
Kristen
"Catering. My family got a turkey for Thanksgiving. I was late at getting my order in and Nichole still let me order. It was so good that we ordered..."
Tami Busch Eldridge
"No Comparison. Last Thanksgiving my family decided we were not doing the traditional 'turkey' dinner or cooking, so my son suggested Corkscrew BBQ...."
Janet
"I have eaten at Corkscrew 10+ times an have had them cater everything from small to large events. I consider myself a BBQ connoisseur and can say..."
John Long
"GREAT BBQ!. Corkscrew BBQ has to be my new favorite find in The Woodlands. Pulled Pork Tacos are wonderful and full of flavor. Ribs to die for - and..."
Becca_glenn
"Green Chile Cheese stuffed Turkey Breast. This is my favorite to take home and eat as a turkey sandwich with mayo :-)But my favorite to eat at..."
Buck
"Almost too good to be true!. As a native Texan, I've eaten BBQ all over this city and this state, including places rated highest by Texas Monthly...."
Defman
"Can I just say "Wow"? I work in a busy veterinary referral practice where our Fridays are full of surgeries, emergencies and tired, hungry..."
Kszernec
"Great!. Usually not a huge fan of BBQ until I tried Corkscrew's. I could eat there every day quite..."
Vivian
"Excellent. This BBQ is really good, but its when you apply the sauce do you understand why people stand in line in 95 degree heat. This sauce would..."
Texas BBQ Ranger
"Corkscrew BBQ, if it continues on it’s present course, can’t possibly go wrong. Their pride in their product shows in everything they serve, and..."
Woodlands Traveler
"The Woodlands has been in need of a serious BBQ joint ever since I've moved here, and Corkscrew BBQ is already filling that void. Between the tasty..."
Albert Nurick
Fogo De Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
Fogo De Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
85/100 (4089 ratings)
Restaurants
Brazilian
Vegan Options
Barbecue
Brazilian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Barbecue
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Filet Mignon
Ribs
Lamb chops
Lamb
Pork
Beef
Salad
Sit down
Barbecue
Brazilian
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Television
Private Dining
Reservations
Validated Parking
Seating
Valet Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"never had better service at another restaurant before. Came in for 10 year anniversary. I believe everyone that came to our table told us..."
Daniel B Mays
"Great customer service Stephany was awesome! Very attentive and the staff was prompt! Would definitely recommend eating at this..."
Maria Tellez
"Wonderful place to celebrate a Birthday! The staff was second to none. Food was above and beyond what you would expect. It’s worth the wait for..."
Martha Thurmon Helton
"Was here for a family gathering. Food was great and service was outstanding. Very friendly waitstaff. Will definitely come again. Hira, our server..."
Barbara Turknett
"The best meat ive ever put in my mouth! I will definetly do it again and again over and over and over..."
Chelsey Butler
"Wow. Everything was amazing and delicious. The food? Awesome. The drinks. awesome. Everything? Awesome. I will definitely come back again and eat..."
Andrew Drey
"Wonderful food, great view, and fantastic waiter,..."
Wendy Ward Winton
"Had an early dinner today with my sisters and brothers. The salad bar was very good( many things to choose from) The service was exceptional. ..."
Patricia Rogan
"Excellent service, a fantastic salad and appetizer buffet, and an outstanding meat selection. Great drinks..."
Judit Renee Dabis
"The food is awesome. The wait staff is amazing. Couldn't ask for a better dining experience here in The..."
Kristie Hayes
"Absolutely amazing food and service. You almost feel like a king as they bring delicious servings of various meats and sides straight to your..."
Thomas Brand
"Start with the service: Nina F (waiter), Kyle W & David(food server). These three individuals we're extremely friendly, sociable, knowledgeable of..."
Eric D Thomas
"Second time at this Fogo de Chao location. We received an excellent service. We ordered the full experience. All meats were on point. Caramelized..."
Richard Brito
"Food was so good! This was my daughter's wedding dinner. We were very well taken care of. The parking is not the easiest though. Had to park at the..."
Michelle Parks
"Excellent lunch! Anyone surprised? Of course, covid measures exceed what others are doing. ..."
Leander Obregon
Pit-master Bar-b-que
Pit-master Bar-b-que
81/100 (821 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
Barbecue
American
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Beef
Ribs
Pork
American
Barbecue
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The Baked potato with brisket on top is Heaven!!! All of there food is delicious, but that potato comes to me in my dreams!..."
Nicole Stucchi
"If my 10 year old son says that it gets a 5 star review, well then it gets a 5 star review. He even did a video review. But it won't let me share it...."
Patricia Gibson-Williams
"They are the best barbecue place I have eaten at in the Conroe, Willis, Woodlands spring..."
Jimmy Holley
"Just moved here a month ago, been to like 3 other BBQ places.. It's by far the best that I have had so far hands down! Great service, friendly... Me..."
Bartholomew Harris Jr.
"Delicious! I got the brisket and sausage combo with cole slaw and onion rings and peach cobbler to go. It was all very tasty and my server was..."
Kris Rose
"Best BBQ around and potato salad and coleslaw are phenomenal. Any chance you would share the ingredients for these..."
Karen Weaver Vance
"Food is always on point and service is great so glad I live so..."
Dawn Kirshy
"First time eating there great food great service great..."
Chris Thomas
"Baked stuffed Potatoes are phenomenal! Sliced brisket is So tender and..."
Katherine Gural
"I am usually not a big BBQ fan, but, I my family and I got a sample of almost everything and it was really good. Thanks, and the servers were nice! ..."
Jeff Keith
"I can't say whether it is the best in the Woodlands, but I liked my lunch fare just fine. The chopped brisket came on a very nice bun, and the loaded..."
Royfact
"It was a great place for the bar b que sauce was delious. we had the texan big sandwich with the onion rings were crisp on top and made a good..."
Malynda
"I have now made three trips to Texas in the past four years, but, somehow, I neglected to try any barbecue during my first two excursions to the Lone..."
Wayne Stevens
"BEST "Q" EVER!. I eat at Pit Master at least once a week. I have tried almost everything on the menu and nothing has disappointed me. The Ribs are..."
Ttotheb
"ABOVE AND BEYOND AMAZING. Just cant get any better! I cant stop raving about the food! The service is fast and prices are cheap for what quality of..."
Kathywelbes65
"My Fav. I have yet to be disappointed when I come to Pit Master. I am always seated promptly and the food arrives in a timely fashion which makes it..."
Maggie_lloyd
"Funny staff, they're always pulling practical jokes and you can tell the servers all get along. Everyone is always friendly. The jalapeño bread is..."
Haley Norris
"SERVICE ABOVE AND BEYOND. Every so often a noteworthy deed occurs that makes you feel good about human nature, and is worth sharing with..."
Diane
"Im the "jealous waitress". I just felt I needed to respond even though this "online" slamming is a bit ridiculous. What this guy "DT0702" fails to..."
Patty
"Pit Master Pool Party. I work with Sterling Ridge estates, we hosted a pool party for 50+ people and I must say nobody was disappointed. The food was..."
Connie
"I listen to Michael Berry on my way to work in the morning, and I heard him talking about Pit Master a couple times. I decided to give it a try. They..."
Jennifer Miles
"I love eating at Pit Master! I usually get their big salad, but I almost never finish it!..."
Erica Chavez
"Definitely some of the best Bbq I've ever had! I split a full slab with my wife, and we have never been so full and..."
BeauTheMan
"Best Barbecue EVER. I've been a fan of Pit Master BBQ in The Woodlands for quite a few years and I would HIGHLY recommend them!!! The ribs are..."
Cindi
"Awesome BBQ. We had an 80th birhtday party for my Father in law and had Pit-Master cater the party. Excellent service! Excellent food! BBQ sauce..."
Yvonne
"Great Pork Sandwich. After reading the other reviews, I have to say:1. They do have enough customers to afford to piss people off. They..."
Jay.rohfritch
"Memphis BBQ in disguise. I wouldn't classify this as Texas BBQ since the style is largely Memphis style. That said, it's some of the best since I've..."
Jared
"The best ribs I have ever eaten in a restrurant. Only way to get better is stay at home and cook them yourself. Be sure and ask Tommy for one of..."
Bruce
"Amazing chopped beef sandwhich! Not a huge fan of the cole slaw, but everything else is amazing!!..."
Cvbiddle
"Love this place!!!. My husband and I have been coming to Pit Master for over a year now and we refuse to eat any other BBQ. I love the Bison..."
Lisa
"Best in the Area. Is this the best BBQ I've ever had? No, but it's the best in our area of Spring and the Woodlands. All the chain BBQ places just..."
Natalie
"I am a Texan who loves his barbaque and this place has great ribs and brisket and they have pranks all over it and the service is..."
David
"Get the tall..."
Matt
"My second trip to PitMaster. I'm a native Texan who loves his BBQ. My family said that this is the best BBQ they have ever eaten, and I agree. I..."
Limpopokanoah
"Best BBQ around and reasonably..."
Larry
"OUTSTANDING!!!!!. The best BBQ I've had in Texas. The Memphis style pulled pork sandwich was GREAT. Will return many many..."
Paul
"Absolute BEST BBQ you will find. Highly underrated!! Great price! Love the fried okra..."
Jus10
"This is the best BBQ in town,hands..."
Glenn
"I had just had dental work done so no ribs for me. Settled for pulled pork and smoked turkey. Meats were good but not remarkable. Pork was good,..."
Danny C.
"Picked up a to go order from door dash app everything in the order came out perfect! The sliced brisket was a little dry! Potatoes are huge and..."
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"Good ole Texas Bar-B-Que! From the moment we walked in we were greeted very friendly and the atmosphere in the restaurant was really warm and cozy...."
Joseph Martin
"I had the two meat combo plate with chopped pork and mild sausage. Delicious! The onion rings weren't good, and they took them off my bill. Great..."
Judy Glover
"Best BBQ I’ve ever eaten! Ask for the sweet bbq sauce...it’s AMAZING!!! Service is top notch and the atmosphere is clean and nostalgic. I love..."
Mark Ross
"Got sliced brisket with fried okra and potato salad. The food was very tasty. The meat was tender and savory. The okra was great for munching. ..."
Derek Gantt
"Excellent customer service through drive in! The gentleman made the evening much brighter even with the rain. I took Mom for barbeque, she loves..."
Priscilla Petersen
Dosey Doe Breakfast & Bbq
Dosey Doe Breakfast & Bbq
79/100 (1513 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range