Big Ray's BBQ

LOVE the Catfish (Fridays)LOVE the Jalapeño SausageLOVE the SweetPot FriesLOVE the OkraAnd LOVE LOVE LOVE the Bread Pudding...Like, I'm not sharing it AT ALL!!!

They don't serve craft barbeque, but Big Ray's is very good for what it is ... a good, old fashion, neighborhood barbeque restaurant that serves its community well. Their daily specials are affordable enough to compete with less healthy lunch options. I was happy to order their 2-meat baked potato that came with a drink for $13.99. As requested, the brisket and ribs were served on the side, so I was able to evaluate each meat and the potato independently. The ribs were flavorful, but a little dry. The brisket was chopped, flavorful, but a little dry. The baked potato was almost perfect; it was dressed with cheese, sour cream, and chives. The only thing missing was butter, but I made up for it by packing it with chopped brisket and BBQ sauce.It was a satisfying meal. The hospitality of the staff, homestyle charm/decor of the restaurant, affordability, and food quality makes this restaurant worthy of a repeat visit.

There were some good things and some not so good things. Let me start with the good. It's a cute and cozy spot. The decor is perfect and fun. The staff is pleasant. The condiments area is GREAT! They offer great daily specials. I opted for a carry out order.Food:Rib Sandwich was decent. The meat was tender and it had a good flavor. The bun was perfect and I would get this again.Fish wasn't that great. It lacked seasoning and flavor. It was hard and didn't seem fresh.Sides-OMG these need help and work. I tried 3 sides and only one was good. Someone better call granny and get some recipes. Potato Salad was blah. Fries were not cooked enough and were raw. The potatoes and onions were pretty good. They were well seasoned. I was ready to talk to Big Ray. Please get some love and help for the sides.Overall decent experience. I would go back for a rib sandwich. I would eat in next time to make sure my food is up to par.I love supporting small businesses. I'm hoping for a better visit next time.

When I packed up and moved to Texas, I had a vision of BBQ joints that were old-school, mom-and-pop treasures, housed in buildings with character and interiors that looked like they'd seen a few too many years of brisket juice and barbecue sauce. But alas, what I found instead were a lot of hipster havens--BBQ places that felt more like they were designed by a team of "rustic-chic" interior decorators looking to maximize profits rather than smoke rings.But then, I stumbled upon this place. And friends, this is the BBQ joint of my dreams.The inside? Let's call it "charmingly rundown." It's clean, but you wouldn't call it fancy--and that's exactly what I've been searching for. Just two guys working the line, no frills, no fuss, just BBQ in its purest form.I'd heard tales of their smoked bologna sandwich - which was my order. Lucky for us the Friday special was a 2-meat sandwich and a side for a sweet $4 discount. We were in luck! - we got one of each.I went for the bologna sammy with scalloped potatoes, and the hubs got the "Friday Special" - 2-meat sandwich with sausage and sliced brisket, plus a side of beans. Both came with drinks, and because we're not quitters, we added the Friday-only special of strawberry cake to go for later.Let's talk sandwiches. My bologna was tender, with just a whisper of a smoke ring. But the real star? That bun. Perfectly toasted to give just the right crispy-chewy balance to every bite. Hubs' 2-meat sandwich was loaded up with enough meat to satisfy even the most hardcore carnivore, all cradled in that same perfect bun. The sides were solid, though I wouldn't have said no to a little more on the plate.As for the two guys working the line? They were as old-school as it gets, and let me tell you, they didn't give a single damn about how jazzed I was to be there. And you know what? I respect that.Oh, and the bathrooms? Spotless. So, they've got that going for them too.So here's to 2000 reviews, and finding the BBQ joints that make it all worth it. If you're looking for something real, this is the spot. Just don't expect anyone to care how excited you are

Finally got to visit here recently and glad I did. I enjoyed everything we ordered, except the brisket was a little dry for my taste but everything else was excellent. My favorite were the sausage and the bread pudding dessert. The service was okay. The staff were helpful but overly friendly or anything, but maybe since it was closer to closing time so they were ready to go. The inside of the restaurant was a lot smaller than I thought it would be compared to what I thought it would be from the outside, but the decor was cute and cozy. The ambiance is definitely friendly family and inviting. I am sure we will back for another visit!

Another amazing hole-in-the-wall find! We were drawn by the fact they have bologna, which is hard to find in this area. The bologna, turkey, and chopped beef was all fresh and juicy with amazing flavor. The baked potato was HUGE and fully loaded. Overall, this is an old school service style BBQ joint, so getting to your order is not quick, but that's okay. It's not a stand-in-line-for-an-hour kind of place, either. It took about ten minutes to get our order in with two groups ahead of us.As for the sides, the Mac & Cheese was very good, the beans just okay, and the onion rings...meh. That said, I don't go to very many BBQ joints for the sides.We considered dessert, but after packing up half the dinner (again), we had no room! The staff was kind & efficient, and the dining room was quite clean considering the larger groups they had the evening we visited. They have a sign out front with their monthly Saturday special, so that makes me want to return next month to see what's new.

I'm going to cut right to the chase. The staff at this restaurant will get tired of seeing me. I plan to eat here as often as I can. I enjoy cooking, but every once in a while, I like to sit in a restaurant and eat someone else's cooking. Cooking is definitely what the chefs in this restaurant know how to do!I ordered two catfish dinners to go. My sides were fried okra, Texas caviar, sweet potato fries, cornbread salad and potato salad. My mom and I shared everything. Everything, and I mean everything, was so good! The food was full of flavor and love. I also ordered banana pudding and strawberry cake. I could eat those everyday. The cake was incredibly moist and the pudding was creamy. Customer service is outstanding! John greeted me when I walked in and was so professional. Since it was my first time, he informed me about the menu. There was another young lady who assisted me at the register and young man who gave me my order, and they were great! I obviously plan to be a repeat customer! I highly recommend!

We are hands-down repeat customers when it comes to Big Ray's brisket!! This review is a quick shout-out about their fabulous Friday & Saturday Fish Fry (offered all day long).You will get 2 full sized catfish filets cooked to order. This means you'll get it hot and fresh! Delicious traditional catfish batter, thick cuts of fish, and served with a homemade tasty tarter sauce to die for. This dinner includes 2 sides of your choice, ranging from fries, onion rings, okra to coleslaw, baked beans, scalloped potatoes, etc. This is a local, family owned business that takes pride in their made from scratch menu. If you're in the area, this is a must try BBQ house. It's like visiting family on a holiday, no lie. The hospitality is awesome!

We were visiting TX and looking for great BBQ. We definitely found it. This place is a cute restaurant with friendly service and a small town feel. The meats were tender and juicy and the beans were so flavorful. My favorite was the peach cobbler. You cannot find bbq like this in SoCal. Highly recommend! I didn't take pictures because we were too excited to eat!

Absolutely awesome bbq!!! Small town vibe inside that is clean, homey, and friendly! Family owned and the owners are an absolutely delightful and friendly people! Community minded small buisness that cares about its customers and local people. Brisket is delicious, juicy, moist, and oh so good. Ribs melt in your mouth. Loaded baked potato is an absolute bazooka of everything you could dream of in a BBQ loaded baked potato. Scalloped potatoes are awesome and the mac n cheese is just the way grandma used to make em. Love this place!