Finally, I Found Some Good BBQ in Houston
Houston, Texas. You would think it would be easy to find good bbq around here. It’s home of the worlds largest rodeo, and it’s freakin’ Texas. But no, its a never ending sea of chain restaurants serving mediocracy. Austin, you don’t have the same problem. Luckily, I work with a few folks that love to partake in our beloved carnivorous Texas tradition. I was told to get ready to put on my meat sweater, we are going to Luling City Bar-B-Que.
Luling City is tightly nestled in an old shopping strip on Richmond Ave just off the West Loop. I actually drove past this place 100 times and never even noticed it – it’s that small. I ordered a trio of meat; Beef Link, Ribs, Brisket. All were quite scrumptious. Don’t judge me, they were small portions. Funny, a few of my pals worried about me liking the bbq sauce. It’s different and I am picky. Instead of cursing my friendly co-workers, I allowed all my meat components to go Phelps in the sauce. It’s unique, but I really welcomed that uniqueness in its slightly mustardy way. It’s not sweet with just the right tanginess. The briskets smokey flavor was spot on. It was tender and lovingly hugged by a layer of finger knawing black bark. The consistency of the beef link was really awesome – it’s not stuffed with useless filler or fatty grease that gives you rancid juice burps later on – a la Pappa’s BBQ. I only had 3 of the pork ribs. I ate these so fast, I can’t remember the details. Sorry.
Luling City Bar-B-Que has earned its place as one of my favorite BBQ joints in Houston. Real Texas BBQ that even sells Big Red in a can.
-Adam
(I know there are other gems out there, please share them with me)
Hey Adam! Have you tried Corkscrew in The Woodlands? If not holler next time you are out this way and I will take you. Warning though- they tend to sell out before the day is over. Especially Saturdays!!
No, I haven’t – Sounds like a wine bar
It’s that good?
Another gem: http://gatlinsbbq.com/ ?
If you haven’t been, it’s close enough to work for lunch so I’ll take ya’.
If you have been and you still think Luling City is the best, usuallytexan.com is probably available.
Ohhh man, I have not been there but it looks fantastic! Crikey – looking forward to this one.
I’m addicted to it!! I’m not an expert but a few others in my office claim to be and they love it too.
Ok- i am really going to contact you next time I am out there!
D Buck,
gonna have to prove this. of course, I’ll be the judge. when are we going?
Hey cowboy. Is PO’s still there? they had a kickass burger…. the best!
Yeah, PO’s is still kicking! They built a big saloon out back, Cypress Saloon, and has turned into a great venue for Texas Music.
Gatlins … 19th in Houston.
Yes Gatlins is also a “best”…But I have only been there at lunch when is 132 degrees and I had to eat outside… What else is out there?