After months spent crisscrossing Texas in search of the best barbecue we could find, we’ve completed our research, debated dozens of restaurants, and are ready to start unveiling our top 20.
Tune in to this episode to hear us begin our countdown from the 20th best BBQ spot in Texas all the way to the 11th best. The next two episodes will unveil the final ten. With so much great barbecue available all across the state, this was no easy task!

20 Best BBQ Places In Texas 20-11

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Zain Shafi turned a curiosity into a passion and eventually a business in Sabar BBQ. Zain blends together the Pakistani flavors he grew up with alongside the familiar Texas barbecue staples. With seasonal, flavorful sides and well cooked proteins, Sabar is a great addition to the stellar Fort Worth barbecue scene.Instagram: sabarbbqOpen Saturdays 11a-3p (or sold out)
194 Bryan Avenue, Fort Worth

Sabar BBQ

Season 5 of Tales from the Pits is finally underway! More episodes from the best and brightest in the barbecue world are headed your way, and tune in to this episode for details on our new project, Cookfire Tales.A video series focused on the passionate people from all avenues of the food world who play a role in the food that ends up on your plate, with Cookfire Tales we’re going to give you wide ranging behind the scenes views of different types of cuisine and the role fire plays in so many of them. The dedicated farmers, forgers, harvesters, chefs, and artisans carrying on and evolving traditions inspires us and we know will fascinate you too.Join us on the journey:Instagram: cookfiretalesTwitter/X: cookfiretalesYouTube Channel coming soon!

Season 5 and a special announcement

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2023 was another great year for BBQ and more. Tune in for a rundown on some of our most memorable meals and experiences, discussion on the current and future BBQ landscape, and our plans for 2024!

2023 Recap

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There is a lot we’re thankful for right now in barbecue. From the craft pioneers who began expanding the boundaries of what barbecue could be to the new class who keeps pushing the cuisine forward while being mindful of its roots, it’s an amazing time in barbecue filled with immense talent.

Things we are thankful for 2023

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Far West Texas is one of the most magical regions of the state to visit for a number of reasons, but until recently barbecue wasn’t one of them. That has changed in recent years and Brick Vault Brewery and Barbecue is a big reason why.Phillip Moellering came to Marathon for school and never left, having worked at the beautiful Gage Hotel for 14 years and in 2018 opening Brick Vault. With a strong menu of quality sides, craft sausage and meats produced by Phillip, Jerek Lara and the Brick Vault that pair well with their award winning housemade beers created by brewmaster Amy Oxenham, Brick Vault Brewery and Barbecue is an oasis as you arrive at the gateway to Big Bend.Instagram: brickvaultbreweryandbbqThurs-Fri: 5p-9pSaturday: 12p-9pSunday: 12p-5p

20 Best BBQ Places In Texas 20-11

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