The Rib Tickler Barbeque

DELICIOUS BBQ!! They weren't lying when they said it's "FANTABULOUS FOOD!" Friendly service. Clean place. Plenty of seating available. Cafeteria style tray and walk through line. This was some of the best BBQ I've had in a long time. My only regret is not trying this place sooner!! Delicious BBQ!! Go try it!

There are many other barbecue restaurants in Tomball that are better than this one. There is nothing notable about the atmosphere or service. Parking was a bit confusing. It seems like it is in the back of the restaurant, but the main entrance is actually right there by the drive thru. I always order a chopped beef potato wherever I go, and this one was comparable to Harris County Smokehouse. I knew from its plasticy appearance that it would not taste good. Overall not a terrible experience, but I will not be coming back here.

We had take out from here today for lunch. The food was superb! I had the meat baked potato, delish! Every one else ordered different items and were also pleased with their selections. However, they no longer offer the coconut shrimp.

I could swear that I wrote a review here several years ago but alas it's not there anymore and vaguely remember a barely average visit Yelp sometimes does that (delete a review) as I have experienced that before. Anyway, I decided for another visit a week ago for lunch. This restaurant has limited parking and offers a drive thru line. Inside its a counter service restaurant where you pick up a tray and slide it down the line while directing the staff as to what you want from the steam table. I went with the 1 meat 2 sides meal for $15.25 and chose a 1/2 chicken with beans and potato salad. While I thought the chicken did have a smoky flavor their bbq sauce is salty to me. The beans are ranch style which I don't particularly care for and prefer baked beans with brisket and onion better. The mustard based potato salad could have been creamier and I didn't finish it. I was torn between giving a 2 or 3 score here. The staff was very friendly and I could tell during my visit that this place is kind of popular with the locals as I saw several people dining here and also going in the drive thru. I don't think I will return but will give the benefit of the doubt due to the apparent local support and give a 3.

Off customer service alone they have a returner in me! This year we decided to outsource our Thanksgiving entree and they took care of us. It's so cozy in there. It's family oriented! The Rib Tickler feels like home and is my new favorite place in Tomball

Great small BBQ spot in Tomball. View the menu on the board, place your order on the line and it's a cafeteria style serving unless you order something special. My wife had been raving about the fish sandwich here so thought I would give it a try. It comes out as two large catfish filets between a toasted bun, tarter sauce cheese and lettuce. This sandwich was hot, fresh and full of flavor! Paired it with some fries and it was an extremely satisfying lunch!

I spoke at the Tomball Rotary and they catered lunch. There food was so delicious, I told the owner I'd come back with my husband. Well, we finally made it, and everything was delicious. I had brisket, and my husband had turkey. We tried a sample of their ribs and sausage, which were wonderful! Next time we're in the area, we'll definitely stop by!

The only thing that is keeping this from a 5 star is that the peach cobbler was slightly disappointing.However, the meal itself was yummy!!!I ordered the 2 meat dinner while my husband got the baked potato.Highly recommend paying this place a visit.

We love rib tickler as food is always fresh and they keep the place clean. The owner closes Sunday and Monday and it's really great he lets his hard working employees have two days off in a service industry as most places don't give that to them.When we pull up in the drive thru our dogs get excited as they cannot eat that food but they love the attention they get and my Chihuahua wants to talk to them lol and they will talk to her and she is wagging her tail and happy.We highly recommend eating here.

LOVE LOVE LOVE their ranch. Laugh if you want. It's the best ranch on the planet. We've been eating here for decades and haven't found anything we don't like but the loaded baked potatoes are our go-to along with the onion rings and cheesy potato casserole.