Smoked

Our Favorite Bites from This Year’s Houston Barbecue Festival

From staple menu items like brisket to festival exclusives such as Jamaican-inspired beef, we crown the best.

04/15/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

All Of The Meat

The Houston Barbecue Festival Has a New Location

Get all the details on one of the best barbecue events in the state.

01/17/2018 By Cory Garcia

Meat Battle

A Texas Showdown at the HOU-ATX BBQ Throwdown 2017

Pitmasters from Houston and Austin came together for a battle for meat supremacy at Saint Arnold Brewing Company.

12/06/2017 Photography by Marco Torres

Food Fight

The Great Houstonia BBQ vs. Tex-Mex Bracket: The Championship Round

Pappasito's takes on The Brisket House in our final round of voting.

02/22/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

BBQ!

Where to Eat the Best Houston BBQ Right Now

Our completely up-to-date guide to the 10 best barbecue spots in town.

08/04/2015 By Robb Walsh and J.C. Reid Edited by Katharine Shilcutt