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The Best BBQ Restaurants in Dallas

Blu’s Barbeque & BBQ Catering
Smokey Johns BBQ
Pecan Lodge
Off the Bone Barbeque
Slow Bone Barbeque
Bass Bros. BBQ & Blues
Ferris Wheelers Backyard BBQ
Cattleack BBQ
Heim Barbeque and Catering
Blu’s Barbeque & BBQ Catering
Smokey Johns BBQ
Pecan Lodge
Off the Bone Barbeque
Slow Bone Barbeque
Bass Bros. BBQ & Blues
Ferris Wheelers Backyard BBQ
Cattleack BBQ
Heim Barbeque and Catering

Known as the place for significant cuts of meat, you cannot live in or visit Dallas without smacking on some smoked or bbq meats. Regardless of your cooking style or even your meal taste preferences, there is something about barbeque that cannot be resisted. And there is something about Dallas where proof of good barbeque is all but a given. However, this isn’t just about good barbeque; it is about ambiance and customer service. Continue reading to discover the best barbeque restaurants in Dallas.

 


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Blu’s Barbeque & BBQ Catering

17630 Preston Road, Dallas, TX
(972) 316-7478

Table manners get tossed out the window when you have barbecue from Blu’s because there will be plenty of finger-licking going on. With meats seasoned to perfection, Blu’s Barbeque has something for everyone on their menu, and they cater for any occasion. In addition to catering, they have a special holiday menu that includes smoked meats and sides and is perfect for office parties or family get-togethers.

 


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Smokey Johns BBQ

1820 W. Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, TX
(214) 352-2752

There is only one question for anyone who pulls up to Smokey John’s BBQ and that is, “are you hungry?” That is because this restaurant is ready to satisfy every palette imaginable. For over 40 years, they have been serving homestyle barbeque, brisket, fried catfish, and a host of side dishes. Their philosophy is food, faith, and family, and they feed the soul.

 


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Pecan Lodge

2702 Main Street, Dallas, TX
(214) 748-8900

Pecan Lodge’s pit-smoked meat platters cannot get beaten for a homestyle family meal with all the extras and trimmings. And while their menu is not extensive, everything they cook is with love. Their philosophy is that when you love what you are doing, it doesn’t even work. All cooked from scratch, their foods are not only down-home; they serve large portions that continue to bring customers back for more.

 


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Off the Bone Barbeque

1734 Botham Jean Blvd, Dallas, TX
(214) 565-9551

Whether your taste buds are craving baby back ribs, sausage, pulled pork, or chicken, Off the Bone Barbeque is the place to be, where they are serving it all up gourmet style. Their fresh meats mixed with the best ingredients are smoked to perfection. It is their commitment to customer service that has kept customers coming back for over ten years. Off the Bone Barbeque has online ordering and caters to all types of events and occasions.

 


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Slow Bone Barbeque

2234 Irving Blvd, Dallas, TX
(214) 377-7727

As stated above, everybody loves a good barbecue restaurant, and that includes vegetarians too. At Slow Bone Barbeque, a vast selection of seasoned vegetable dishes and delectable dessert options are there for the choice. Slow Bones serves up large portions of slow-cooked meats and sides cannot, but their dessert is a must before leaving.

 


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Bass Bros. BBQ & Blues

3015 Gulden Lane, Dallas, TX
(469) 408-4028

When music and meals are your vibes, Bass Bros. BBQ & Blues gives it all to you. Their slow-smoked meats are moist and tender and pair perfectly with their side offerings. In addition to smoked meats, Bass Bros. also serves up the spice with tacos, burgers, and sandwiches. If a single serving isn’t enough, Babbs also serves up bulk portions for families, making it one of the best bbq restaurants in Dallas.

 


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Ferris Wheelers Backyard BBQ

1950 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX
(214) 741-4141

You cannot take your kids to Dallas out to eat unless you plan to enjoy everything about Ferris Wheelers Backyard BBQ. With a functional Ferris wheel, there is no play yard quite like it. Their menu is full of all the backyard classics and plenty for kids to pick. When the weather is right, this backyard is the perfect place to be.

 


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Cattleack BBQ

13628 Gamma Road, Dallas, TX 75244
(972) 805-0999

Cattleack BBQ has a catch-us-if-you-can schedule that will leave you craving them between visits. Opened only on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, Cattleack has lines to match their flavorful meat and unique sandwiches. In addition to the fresh meat served up on Thursdays and Fridays, they also sell vacuum-packed brisket and ribs in their meat counter for those days when they are closed.

 


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Heim Barbeque and Catering

1109 W Magnolia Avenue, Dallas, TX
(817) 882-6970

When you’ve had cooking from your grandma’s kitchen, you know it’s cooked with love. That is what you get from Heim Barbecue and Catering. Their commitment to sourcing the absolute best ingredients and slow cooking them over an oak fire to perfection is unmatched They are the gold standard for Texas barbeque and a place all barbeque lovers should try.