Nick & Jen

Pencis took over the business in 2006 after the death of founder JD

Stanley left his family unable to continue the operation. Nick & Jen

have kept the spirit of JD’s recipes and methods alive, as well as

adding their unique flair to the joint. They have been named “One of the

Best BBQ Joints in the World!” by Texas Monthly Magazine, finding their

story published in David Gelin’s book “BBQ Joints: Stories and Secret

Recipes from the Barbecue Belt,” and Daniel Vaughn’s “Prophets of Smoked

Meat” published by Anthony Bourdain. Nick & Jen have tried to

recruit the best staff to ensure the highest quality food and fun

atmosphere.

Stanley’s has been family owned and operated since 1958. The site

where Stanley’s sits today was a BBQ restaurant for two previous owners

before being bought and renamed by J.D. Stanley in the late 50’s. The

history of BBQ is long and strong in this spot.

In 2013, Nick & Jen expanded the joint’s cooking and seating capacity, introduced the friendliest full-service bar in Texas, and brought back weekly live music. “Mom & Pop” Pencis are proud of their “Little Engine That Could” and are honored, grateful, and proud to carry on a great Texas tradition! As always, they encourage all to “Be Kind and Have Fun!”

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