"Oh my goodness y'all, this is REALLY good BBQ!!We often do Railhead or Ribbee's for ribs but this is actually better. Wuite a lot better. We had the chopped brisket sandwiches and the smoked Mac & cheese. The sandwiches were BIG (see pic) and the meat was actually chunks of brisket- not like so many others that are mush. Think Chick-fil-A nuggets compared to McNuggets. Great flavor & smoke. The Mac & cheese was pretty spicy & had something crunchy on top that added a bit of depth. We both really liked it - especially dipped in the BBQ sauce provided on each table. Only thing that could be improved on was the girl at the counter. Acted like she would've rather been anywhere else. Seems like a pretty good place to be as far as I can tell."
"Let me start by saying that I have been to this place 5 times since early March!!... today is April 2nd. (Yes, I know... I have terrible eating habits)That should say a lot tho!Bottom line... absolutely give them a visit!So why did I give four stars instead of five you ask? Good question.I deducted one star for inconsistent performance. Three of the five times that I've visited have been phenomenal. Whereas the other two times have, unfortunately, missed the mark rather substantially.-The first time I went :I ordered a half pound of pork ribs, and a small side of mac & cheese. I literally made it three blocks before the wafting scent of smoky rib deliciousness won and I had to pull the car over and just chow down in the 7-Eleven parking lot. (I will say that the mac & cheese was just OK but MY mac & cheese is amazing so everything else basically fades in comparison!)-The second time I ordered:the food was just as good and luckily I made it all the way home. However I did decide to pass on the mac & cheese.Third time:I went on my lunch break and it was everything that I wanted it to be.. it hit that greasy spot and it just made me glad to live AND work rather close to such an amazing barbecue place (it's a catch 22, really)This is where it gets tricky because for weeks I had been raving to my friends and family about this barbecue place; how amazing the barbecue, how it's fall-off-the-bone tender, etc. Alas, I finally had a friend to join me for lunch and of course we decide it best if we go to Blus barbecue and on this day not only were the ribs incredibly tough to the point that we were not able to eat them but they were also incredibly over seasoned and I mean heavy heavy heavy on the pepper. I apologized to my friend I told her heyit's not normally like this she understood because she had been hearing me rave about these ribs and me being the picky person that I am she knew that it must just be a one off.The fifth time that I went which is the pictures that you see below the meat was fall off the bone tender I even explain explain to the cashier that my last experience was definitely subpar he apologize and threw in a spare rib. But as you can see the ribs were definitely fall off the fall off the bone tinder however they were not seasoned well and they just didn't have that you know like it's almost as if they may have been boiled or some thing I'm not sure if maybe they changed cooks in the back I don't know but whoever was there in the back cooking at the beginning of March we need to bring that person back because the consistency is really what's throwing me off at this point.Now that I finish the ribs in the pictures below. Period.... AbsolutelyWill I be in just as quick of a hurry to go there again I don't think so because I'm just afraid to get disappointed at this particular junction... but it was fun while it lasted!!"
Whole tilapia, marinated and roasted, served with a spicy pepper stew and your choice of sides.
$18.00
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"Watch out Addison Texas Postino Wine Bar is in the house!From the moment you walk in you feel like you are in someplace special. A nice energetic atmosphere, with a low lit romantic vibe. Our server "Tee" was pleasant and attentive and very welcoming. She helped us navigate the menu and make great selections.For tonight's fare I chose the Caprese Panini and a Cheddar Ale Soup, which was the Soup de Jour. Both were great!This all around was a really great experience, and if you are looking for a great place that lives up to high expectations, look no further!"
"We came here after watching the longhorn cattle drive at the Stockyards; with a fairly large group of 7, we were worried about being sat (indoors with the AC for sure lol). There wasn't any issue & they sat us immediately, which was a nice surprise. Our server was also excellent: attentive, funny, & just seemed like a really nice guy. We each ordered a drink, I got a piña colada. The cocktails mostly came in huge goblet glasses, which was awesome, especially for the price! They were really tasty & refreshing. Each of us also got a little dish of salsa & then baskets of chips for the table, which is how you can tell this was going to be a bomb meal. I got Huevos rancheros & this was seriously some of the best Mexican food I've ever had. The eggs were fresh, the refried beans were just incredible, & the potatoes were delicious. We all ate ourselves into a food coma because it was all so good that we couldn't help it lol. Toward the end of the meal, we also got 2 tortilla warmers full of fresh tortillas, which we ended up taking home because they were so so good. At one point there was also a mariachi band, so that was super fun! We were joking about moving into the restaurant & that feeling still stands! I'll 1000% be back to Fort Worth, if only for Esperanza's."
"I cannot complain one bit about this place. the food is Outstanding. The service is to match, its GREAT eating for 2 days! they give you too much food. And the ambiance.. top notch!!!"
"Loved the steak and mushroom sandwich. The toppings sent it over the top!Got potato salad as my side and it was not my favorite."
"Don't get me wrong, my frose pop was SUPER yummy! I enjoyed every bite. But, I had no idea I was paying extra for chocolate on top, and very little of it! I initially said I didn't want any, but then I felt like I was missing out on something that normally came with it, so I said to just add a little. Had I known it was almost $2 extra, I totally would have skipped it. So...nothing wrong with the flavor, but when it was all said and done, with the topping and a tip, I basically paid $10 for a popsicle. Definitely not worth $10."
"This place is out of this world! I had never tried traditional African food before but I really wanted to so I asked my friend who was born in Ghana where I should go and let me tell you, he steered me right! I enjoyed every bit of it. The Fufu was delicious, I got the egusi stew with goat. Solid choice although I think I might go with a different meat next time (or no meat since I'm trying to go vegetarian ugh), the Soyu was very spicy and tasty and of course you can't go wrong with fried plantains! I am an adventurous eater but I was a little worried fufu might be too much for even me but nope! It was wonderful! My only recommendation is that you take some stomach meds before hand if you have a western palate because I was burnt up with the spices. 10/10 would do it again."
"I always crave the masala dosa from Deccan but this time wanted to try a new dish and got the tandoori chicken daal tadka and I've never had anything like it. It was full of flavor and spice. Service was exceptional. Our server, Shashi, brought out pickled mangoes for us to try and some yogurt for when the food got too spicy. Grateful to have this restaurant so close to home!"
"Local is almost always good. This one was really good. I went more out of curiosity, wondering if it was just another coney place. I assure it wasn't. The place is neat, country eclectic with a lot of hot dog and city related items, that was the deco. Small sitting area, not meant for huge groups. The dogs weren't part of a q quick serve recipe. They obviously had to prep parts of the fare. I had the Aimee dog and the Texas dog. Both were amazing. Aimee dog was bratwurst, looked steamed or boiled. Was gray and moist, not dry and charred from a grill or a pan. Skin still snapped when bite. Sauerkraut, bacon, grilled onions, and spicy mustard on top. Great taste!! Texas dog was a spicy dog, shredded cheese, grilled onions and jalapeños, topped with bbq sauce. This was a really good combo. My first thought was the bbq sauce may throw it off, but it's a light amount and doesn't distract, adds to the overall flavoring. Really good. Haven't had anything else yet, they all look good. I like a place with variety and goes off the list of normal fare. Definitely recommended."
Hannah A.
Jan 2, 2025
My parents had been ranting and raving about this place, so when we came to Fort Worth to visit we had to try it. Here's everything we ordered: - loaded papa with sausage: huge portion! Both mother in law and daughter ordered one. They liked it but didn't act overly enthusiastic- brisket burrito: my husband said he wished it didn't have cheese on it because it took away from the flavor of the meat- brisket elote cup: I ordered this. It was flavorful and the brisket was super moist. My only complaint is that it was quite overly salty - half baked potato salad: good and tasted very fresh. Could've used a tad more flavor- jalapeño sausage: needed more of a kick- spicy smoked Mac and cheese: not cheesy enough and not spicy at all - pork belly jalapeño popper: very good I would definitely come back here and try the other meats and sides. The food was solid and very interesting and creative. I love the Mexican twist on Texas barbecue. I just felt like the flavors were all a bit underwhelming - I would've preferred a bit more heat to the spicy items and less salt overall on the brisket. Cute place with great service though and while they don't have a kids menu they do accommodate with quesadillas and grilled cheese for kids who don't yet have a refined enough palate for delicious bbq. Oh and the portions are very generous!
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Aos G.
Aug 26, 2024
Rode around Plano for awhile looking for a creditable place to have BBQ since I was only in town for a few days and really wanted Texas BBQ. First time in Texas so was lost on where to go to and what to get. Just so happened I took a chance based on a photo I saw and I was not disappointed.Ribs: I can't say anything bad about the ribs at all. They tasted just as good without sauce with sauce. Big A+++++ for me because I'm not big on some peoples sauces so that makes it worth it. However the sauce depending on the palate may be different it was a vinegar based which if not mistaken is Memphis style (don't kill me Texas if im wrong I'm just going on what I was told). The only down play was it was $45 for a 1/2 a rack which was a pretty big blow to me for pork ribs. If it was beef ribs I wouldn't have said anything but that was special I had just missed. Overall rating in my opinion would be a 8.5 for the ribs just because of the taste but the price just made those bites taste different. Peach Cobbler: I'm just going to say maybe it was because I got the last scoop of the pan and it was sitting there for awhile but that was not the peach cobbler I thought I was going to get. It tasted like something out of a grocery store freezer that was heated up which was disappointing since I really wanted something sweet after the amazing ribs. I will try again when I revisit so I don't want to deter anyone from the dessert but I will have to re-review this item so I'm not going to rate it. Presentation however it looked amazing...wished it had more peaches also...got maybe 2or 3 small cuts of peaches and the rest was crust. Jalapeño Mac and Cheese: So I've only had macaroni and cheese like this out of pigeon forge Tennessee which is in my other review but it was great I finished it first out of everything...really wished it was flattop seared which is how I had it before it just does something. However I would rate it a 8 must have. Brisket Wrapped Jalapeño Peppers: This was different all the way around for me. Loved every bit and loved the overall presentation. Definitely will be going back for those...$5 a piece which is not bad for everything in them. Rate these an 8 must have. Establishment: Great vibe!!! Manager and Bartender was attentive and came over to ask about the food. Locals was fun and was live. Sitting was little odd but wasn't terrible. Just never was a fan of people passing me while I was eating to order. My own bias opinion. I would rate the establishment a 9 just because it was exactly how I would want a BBQ place to look and feel. Prices: $85 for what I posted minus a banana pudding and pulled pork 1/4 pound. I find this to be a little pricey I'm not going to lie for the amount of food that was given. I don't live personally in a cheap area at home so it was okay for me but for someone who may not...it's not a bang for a buck kind of place but a definite must try.
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Zabby D.
Oct 23, 2024
Food is delish!!! I can eat here everyday.More than that, their selection of wines are on point!Service is Uber friendly but a little slow. I'd rather have good service over speed anywho.Checkout the unique decor... that's your sign to check them out!
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Corie B.
Mar 17, 2024
Took a look at the menu and could decide what to get. We landed on a few different menu items: barbacoa tacos, caldo de res, menudo, and caldo de pollo. They put a lot of meat in the tacos. You could easily make 2-3 tacos if you split the meat up. The caldo de res was way better tasting than the caldo de pollo. I would spend the few extra bucks for de res. The menudo was DELICIOUS! It's definitely a must. Food was priced reasonably for the portion sizes. My only complaint was the service. A little slow especially since there wasn't a crowd. This place is not for looks either. You come here expecting good, flavorful food and not really for the ambience. Also if you're looking for Tex- mex this probably isn't your place. Walk across the street to Joe T's for that.
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Gwen A.
Feb 9, 2025
Good food. Picked up and took home to eat it. Quick service. I'm up against the 85 character requirement again. Why do i even try. Must be there by now.
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Matthew S.
Jun 20, 2024
Look of place: Imma be honest here and don't hate me. Walking in this place gives me an old school I'm suppose to walk through the back and order away from everyone. I'll just leave it at that. Food: I ordered a breakfast burrito with eggs, sausage, bacon, potatoes, cheese, veggies. Now I will say the amount of food they put on the burrito was a lot so I'm grateful for that. They put so much they couldn't even close it I had to ask for another tortilla. As far as taste is concerned it's subpar in my opinion. There was no reason seasoning to it other than the sauce I got. I made sure to taste the potatoes and things separately to make sure and though everything was cooked well it just tasted bland for me . Eggs tasted like eggs, bacon tasted like bacon, potatoes taste like potatoes etc. The pink lemonade I guess that's what it is..Tasted unsweetened which I'm guessing that's just the theme here so for someone who needs to watch their sugar intake this would be a good place for you.
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Maria R.
Oct 10, 2024
Always make a stop for an ice cream treat when I'm in town. Really like their variety of unique flavors, this time I had the Chocolate-Hazelnut dipped in dark chocolate with pecans, so good! I've tried other flavors, nothing ever disappoints, always delicious! Good service, cute place, very clean. You can enjoy indoor or outdoor seating or simply walk around it's lovely.
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Doug D.
Aug 23, 2023
Never had African food before so we came here, We got fufu and rice both with beef. The guy at the register was very helpful with the food. The food came pretty fast and I thought it was a lot of food for the price. I loved the rice and it reminded me of Mexican rice. Egusi was very good and the Fufu was interesting. I'd definitely go again and try other African food.
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"Holy smokes - this is some of the best BBQ I've had around Flower Mound / Denton County! You will see the passion that goes into this restaurant once you step inside, and chances are, the owners will swing by to say hi. Their menu boasts a wide range of smoked meats including affordable and delicious steaks from Thursday to Saturday nights. I enjoyed the brisket on the burger and on top of the Mac n Cheese as well. The sides were just as impressive as our entrees. This spot is not to miss if you're in the area."
"We have been meaning to come by this shop for a while but we live in Bedford. My husband is a cinnamon roll addict but he is picky. This place is 100% worth the trip (not that it was far haha and best it's not closer or I'd gain 50lbs). My husband got the traditional roll and he said it was the best cinnamon roll he has ever had. He said the dough was great but he has had other dough that was similar but the icing - he said they nailed it. It is by far the best icing he's had. He also got the maple bacon but to try layer tonight but now we have no doubt it will be amazing. I got the pumpkin spice and while I'm not a cinnamon roll die hard - I enjoyed it very much. I thought I would only eat half and save some for later but I ended up eating the whole thing. Very friendly service, nice and clean location. I love the story behind the owner. We will be back, highly recommend to all!"
"Love their food. Always fresh, tasty, and good sized portions. Authentic Fort Worth BBQ. This restaurant has been a staple in the area for a very long time. Their longevity is a good example of the quality of their food."
"This is a wonderful comfort food/home cooking restaurant. All ingredients are fresh and cooked to order. Every bite is amazingly delicious. I Learned about the restaurant opening about a year ago but when I looked it up on Yelp, it appeared to be only catering. Not so! The restaurant is open Monday Through Friday from 8 to 6 and Saturday from 8 to 5 I believe. When we walked in we were greeted by Mama Gina and she really treated us like family. The shrimp and grits are the best I've ever had. I brought dessert home and haven't tried that yet but I'm excited to."
"The carne asada fries tasted amazing! And you can get any of their burritos in a bowl, which I was very thankful for! The drink options are limited. I enjoyed everything here. Also the bands that played tonight were most enjoyable. The people who worked here were nice and did a great job."
"Spotted at Rahr & Sons Brewery! Tried the number four gyro wrap (all beef) with fries and the Turkish Texan salad with brisket. Tasty, fresh food. I liked that there was lots of greens in the wrap and the salad. Neither entree felt too heavy nor greasy. Also really nice customer service! Check in on Yelp and get a free side of fries."
"...you want some good vegan food, well this a great spot to get your wishes addressed.... Chef knows what's she doing.... check her out and you'll see what I mean....."
"We had the monthly special of BBQ sandwich with side of creamed corn & fried okra. Okra was crispy as I like and no soggy corn breading, creamed corn was extremely tasty & would order again. Sandwich was good with Bbq sauce on the side. I would order again. Just a shame BBQ has gotten so expensive you can't afford to eat it."
"I used Soulgood catering to compliment the non-plant based menu for an 50th party for my husband. Chef Cynthia created some amazing platters that were Soulgood! I would absolutely recommend using her and I understand her food truck menu is delicious too."
"I love their loaded potatoes!!! The best in OakCliff!! Quick take out process and awesome customer service. A bit small inside but great delicious food! Enjoy!!"
"Hidden gem indeed! Check out her website for pictures of her delicious items. My hubby researched local places for our son's wedding reception we will be hosting at our home. He spoke to Cindy on the phone and then we had lunch at her place to try out some of her food. I forgot to take pictures of the food! Sorry!Had the chicken fried chicken with scalloped potatoes (they have 3 different cheeses in it) and my hubby had pork chops. He isn't a fan of them but Cindy's pork chops made him a lover of pork chops you don't need a knife to cut. The chicken was so delicious that I forgot to share with my hubby. Oopsie!Everything at Cindy's is cooked from scratch.We aren't going to have dessert catered for the reception but we wanted to try the peach cobbler anyway. It was fresh out of the oven and served with vanilla Blue Bell Ice Cream. Amazingly delicious and not too sweet, but just right!Needless to say, I will update my review with photos of the food we will be having at the upcoming wedding reception is over because we will be serving Cindy Sue's Catering!By the way, they serve breakfast all day! A plus in my book!"
"I wish I could give D Jackson 5 stars but the meal I received fell very short when it came to the sides. I ordered a two meat plate of brisket, ribs, potato salad and greens. Now I'm fully aware we can't always expect food to be cooked exactly the way we grew up on BUT they seriously need to change their potato salad recipe. Never have I had potato salad made out of frozen hashbrown diced potatoes, shredded carrots & whatever else was added. The potatoes were still hard which is a big no. Instead of cutting corners just get a big pot & boil down some nice russet potatoes. No shredded carrots & light on the relish. The greens also fell quite short. Although meat was added there was absolutely no meat flavor in the greens, which is ironic. Maybe the meat is added after the fact. I can't say exactly what else they needed but they were not it. I tried to doctor up the sides but instead just threw them away. However, on the other hand the meat was pretty decent - 7/10. I was looking for more moisture & a smokey flavor. The portion size was right on which I am glad of because that's the only part I was able to eat & enjoy once some BBQ sauce was poured on top. I really was hoping to rave about this place because of the hype of prior reviews but I honestly don't see myself returning. Hopefully my suggestions are taken into consideration."
"Vibe- The last time I had their delicious plant based food they were serving out of a book store and so I just had to come to their brick and mortar on my next visit to Fort Worth! It's an entire vibe; there's a good playlist of music playing and there's some seating for you to wait on your order inside.Customer service- Great!!! Food/drinks- I got a Chopped BBQ with the Mac N' Cheez and the street tacos; everything was delicious!Parking- There's plenty of spots in the lot."
"Delicious! A gem! Olivia's Scratch Kitchen was absolutely delicious. It was one of the best meals I've had in a very long time. The whole experience from ordering to eating to chatting afterward was just lovely. Olivia's is a very special place! I will absolutely return."