Meshack's BBQ Shack

Meshacks lack the aesthetics but always provide an appetizing meal. I usually get the rib plate and I love it. The combination of sauces used is 10/10! And the sides that complement the meal. The service is fast depending on when you go. I usually try to catch them when they first open to have faster service. However they lack the technology which is a bummer. I don't normally walk around with cash in order to pay at this establishment. I hope they get a card reader or something soon.

Parking at the shack is catch as catch can, and the price point on a very select, old fashioned 'cue menu about the best you will find in the country today. We opted for a pair of 3 meat platters at $16 per plate--lean brisket, ribs and rib tips, links, and the mandatory sides of baked beans and potato salad. The sides were sides, but Meshack's is definitely about the meat. The links had good snap and the ribs were well prepared, separating cleanly at the bite. Both had a flavor profile pleasantly tilted to the peppery side (just the way we like it). The brisket had nice bark and pink ring, but the central Texas rub didn't really kick in until we had them for dinner some 8 hours later.We were happy with the food here, and look forward to another visit. It was fun talking 'cue with Donna, who took good care of us during our visit-- our 99th BBQ stop in Texas, and the 399th nationwide.

Date night was almost ruined by the bad weather but my husband picked up bbq and brought it home. The portions were fair and sauce was awesome. My husband said the staff was friendly even though there was a lengthy wait due to the popularity of this pkace.

LAWDDDD HAVE MERCY ON ME!!! This fella is STILL DOING HIS THANG!! Born and raised in Texas...I have tried BBQ spots from across the state...hands down Meshacks BBQ IS TOP 3. Not to say there is not better...I just have not had it...so until then - this is my go to Spot. Rib meat is falling off the BONE. My personal favorite are the Hot-Links. Hotlinks - Ribs - Brisket in that order. Here is a measurement - a few weeks ago I had 1050 BBQ in Richardson. Cost me $70 for 1/2 lb of brisket - (2) ribs - and a pork chop. Today @ Meshacks I ordered (2) lbs of ribs - (1) lb of Hot links and (1) lb of Brisket lean and a 20 oz coke = $73.00. The service is always pleasant - the ambiance is standing outside wondering how long until I here my name called!!! For the record...this BBQ is not covered in rubs and spices....Just good ol smoked BBQ. Which is hard to find these days. Do yourself a FAVOR AND stop by and grab a few lbs of your choice. And if you see this fella below - make sure you give him a hard time! Cause he will definitely give you one!! Keep it SMOKIN Travis!!

Great hole in the wall place. The cue is stellar. Pecan smoked brisket mmmm. Take out only, walk up window service, small family operation. Get in line early before it's gone. small menu and limited sides. Bring cash

Great Food, a dont miss destination. Early arrival suggested as certain popular food items run out . Iykyk.

As with any other outstanding BBQ place, be prepared to wait. It's worth it. Having been there before some years earlier, I was more than ready to make the trek back. We live in Carrollton, so going into old downtown Garland isn't exactly easy. To put it succinctly, I love this place! It is old school all the way. We ordered some chopped beef sandwiches and an order of ribs.Pro Tip: This place is to go only, unless you want to eat there on one of the two benches for waiting ... but then someone waiting might take it away from you.When we got home with the grub, the sandwiches were huge! Each sandwich had to be a half pound. The meat was chopped with their home made sauce mixed in. Perfection. I ate every bite. At $5 per sandwich this is the barbecue bargain of the Metroplex. You can also get sliced brisket sandwiches without the sauce but they are $9, as well as other sandwiches like ribs, turkey, sausage ... but why? The real star is the ribs. They serve rib tips which are like meat candy ... so good.Finally, the lady running the front is as sweet and nice as can be. You just need to eat for yourself.

Another sketchy review - THIS ... is what a BBQ joint should be. Nothing pretentious, no putting on of airs, just a simple spot serving up some solid Que. Stepping out of your car in the make-shift parking lot, you are greeted by subtle smoke and the sweet smell of what is to come. Fancy has no place at Meshack's. The hand-lettered menu is basic and straightforward, and the prices are reasonable. Customers mill about the front, waiting for their name to be called. Upon collecting your order - stashed away in a plain brown bag - you are given a "have a blessed day," as you head to your car with your precious cargo. This is a take-out only joint, so be prepared to eat in or off your car or head somewhere else to devour your BBQ gold. I've had the chopped brisket and rib sandwiches, and both were good, but I enjoyed the rib version better. Tucked between two pieces of white bread, the meat was tender, smokey and flavorful. The accompanying side of beans - spicy, please - was a meal unto itself, and very good. If you find yourself in the need of some fantastic BBQ, or you just want to have a blessed day, check Meshacks out - it's definitely worth the drive to Garland.

I've been living in Tx since 2018 and this still is the best bbq I had in the state . Smh....delicious!!

Bad bbq, long wait, bad service. Shocked people come here. Much better option in Dallas/the area