Smith Spot BBQ

Terrific BBQ!Downtown Garland has a true barbecue restaurant.Terrance Smith is a pit master and his welcoming personality makes this a destination for que lovers.The brisket was tender and perfectly seasoned.The sides are delicious especially the potato salad.The Lady Mel is a grilled cheese brisket sandwich on Texas toast. Crunchy and tasty.Tried the link sandwich and was impressed with the generous portions.Authentic? When you see collard greens, Mac & cheese,and good ole beans on the menu it's a Yes.Open Friday 11-2 and 4-9pmOpen Sundays 11-4Get there early because the secret is out.

So glad I was FINALLY able to catch Smith's Spot open and not Sold Out. I've tried this families food before and it's PHENOMENALLY GOOD. Don't take my word for it. Go try it out for yourselves. This will be my First time trying the B.B. King Potato. It has brisket, scallions, shredded cheese, and drizzled sour cream. I also asked for extra Barbecue sauces because it's just that goooooodddtttt. I'll update/resume my review after we eat.

I was so excited to try Smith's Spot BBQ when my husband shared a post about it on Instagram with me. When we arrived, there was a long line but it moved along fairly quickly. The restaurant isn't very big and there were a lot of families and couples there, the ambience was really nice although the music was a bit too loud for the small space.My husband and I both got sandwiches, I also got the mac and cheese to go with mine and I ordered the Kool-Aid to drink. The brisket had some wonderful smoke to it and the perfect amount of seasoning on the bark, they sprinkle a bit of Lawry's seasoned salt on it before serving which isn't a bad touch either. The macaroni and cheese was probably a three out of five stars because it didn't have much flavor and I was hoping it would have been baked with the golden brown cheese on top, it wasn't bad by any means, but it wasn't overly impressive either. Service seemed a little slow considering everything was already cooked and they are basically just assembling the plates as they are ordered but since they have just opened, I'm sure they are still working out the kinks as they go along.The space has a nice patio outside but it was a little chilly and super windy that day so we chose to sit inside. The inside space has a small stage which will be nice whenever they have any sort of live music performances and I'm definitely looking forward to going back!

Legit BBQ place.Food was super delicious, one of the best Mac and cheese I had.Brisket and ribs are on point.Was not a fan of the dry seasoning, made it salty, so will probably ask next time to not have it seasoned.We will be back

BEST BURNT ENDS IN DFW, period! Have y'all ever had seasoning on brisket?? Me either until I tried that burnt ends sandwich. Can't wait until they're open more often!

Garland you are in trouble now. I don't know and don't care if he/they are still in Dallas, BUT he is currently open in Garland just on Sundays for now. This small place stays full, packed to the gills. Most know, get it and go so you can be messy at home. Some stay and rub the goodness in to those in line.

Food, service, everything 10/10 amazing. The best bbq I've ever had, and I've had a lot. The Mac and cheese makes you wanna slap yo mama. The ribs....i didn't think ribs could taste so damn good. Smith spot is hands down the best - and worth every penny (which, imo everything couldn't have been priced better). This was our first time eating here, and we will easily be regulars now. SO DAMN GOOD.

My husband and I came here a few months ago and we absolutely loved it. We were thrilled to see another bbq joint pop up in downtown Garland. We're overdue for another visit!The moist brisket was truly perfect -- the cut I got was juicy but not too fatty. The mac n cheese is REAL mac n cheese. Cheesy, saucey but thick, delicious -- everything you expect in a side with your bbq. I really loved the flavor and smokiness of the green beans but I felt like it didn't have enough salt but it was still really tasty. Compared to other bbq joints in the Dallas area, the quality and quantity for the price point is really affordable!My one small gripe is that the music was a little too loud and it kept getting interrupted with text messages. Possibly hooked up to a phone? Other than that, the food was delicious, the staff were super friendly, what more could you want? Give this place a try!

Amazing food! The lady Mel was so good! Love the grill cheese and brisket combination!!!! Everyone in garland should come check them out! Coleslaw was a night touch after all the meat eating, gives it a nice refreshing cold crunch!

Love the flavor of the brisket. 10/10 on the brisket, brisket grilled cheese, and loaded potato. Prolly wouldn't reorder the sides but the entrees will keep me coming back!