BBQ was sold out, so you know it gotta be good. I got 2 tuna tar tar, 2 smoked banana puddings, 2 pasta dishes & some frozen boudin for later. I spent 80$ just on myself and bringing some home to go. Drove 2 hours to visit this restaurant, and it did not disappoint! 🤩 I'm tempted to drive back tomorrow to get more. If you're on the fence aboutcoming to this restaurant do yourself a favor and JUST DO IT! I'll be back in a few weeks for sure!
-The Leauxcal Nomad 337
Parking: Couldn't see a sign. Could miss it easy if you didn't know where you were going. Kind of makes it a good secret kitchen though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Smoked Banana Pudding
John Ware
Parking: Awesome people, good family.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Burger, Smoked Crawfish Mac N Cheese, Pork Belly Burnt Ends Brisket and Brisket Boudin, Smoked Barbacoa, Smoked Corn Grits, Brisket Mac and Cheese, Pork Spare Ribs, Beef Ribs, Smoked Apple Butter BBQ Sauce, Smoked Pulled Pork Mac N Cheese, Sausage Boudin and El Jefe Sandwich, Chicken Sausage, Brisket and Smoked Turkey Breast, Turkey Leg & Brisket Boudin, Pulled Pork, Brisket Tostadas, Beef Cheeks, Smoked Banana Pudding
Daniel Freeman
First time at Gonzo's today with my 2 nephews. Seriously great plate of food! Brisket, pork belly burnt ends, brisket boudin, cracklin, turkey All of it was great! Best plate of BBQ I have eaten!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Luke Landry
Food is the bomb !! Get there early food sells out quickly . Wish it was open more than Thursday and Friday!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Maegan
Every single thing I have ever had is amazing from this place. You definitely get what you pay for and the skill these people have with cooking is unmatched. There is not another place around that really captures TX BBQ like Gonzo’s. All of the meat is delicious and cooked to perfection. My favorites are the beef cheeks, pork jowls and brisket boudin (the Cuban on Thursdays too). They keep their place extremely clean and the workers are nothing but helpful. It is a long wait if you don’t preorder however, there is a reason. It is pricey, but again you get what you pay for. Quality meat and prepared perfectly. This is easily the best BBQ I’ve ever had and I used to live in TX.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Earl
The BBQ is off the chain delicious, worth the wait in line
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Smoked Corn Grits, Brisket Mac and Cheese, Award Winning Smoked Brisket Mac N Cheese, Prime Grade Brisket
C. W. Izdepski
It's well worth going out of your way for. It's fantastic.
EDIT 2024: Taco's were insanely good. Tried both the Brisket Burnt Ends and the Pork Jawls, incredible. Their "Taco Day" could be an entire restaurant concept. This restaurant would thrive in any city.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blake Banner
Gonzo's Smokehouse shines on Smashburger Thursday with their brisket Smashburger—a must-try! The burger combines a crispy yet juicy brisket patty with traditional BBQ flavors. It's a delightful twist that BBQ lovers shouldn't miss. The atmosphere is rustic and welcoming, perfect for enjoying some of the best burgers in the region.
The wait time was long, 11:45 / ordered 12:50 ,but it was worth the wait. Taco Thursday ?. Menu was limited, I was told on Friday that the full menu would be offered. Nice presentation and food taste great ?.
Don't sleep on Gonzo's. Let me tell you what I observed about 30 minutes before close for the 5 minutes that I was in there: #1 Hand washing by the food prepared. #2 Owner (Jason? At least he looked like the guy from the website) was on site. #3 Patient cashier. Waited courteousy while I decided and answered questions I had about what was available on the menu #4 Glove wearing while handling dishes and food #5 No food or trash on the floor at the end of the shift. #6 All tables were pre bused, reset, and restocked. #7 Items that were unavailable were clearly marked out in red on the menu to communicate that non-verbally to customers. #8 Work environment was calm. No employee seemed agitated, irritated, unhappy, or stressed out. #9 All hands on deck. Every employee was ACTIVELY working to get the restaurant closing duties done. E.g. counting cashier drawer, washing dishes, organizing dishware, stocking #10 Organized binds of ramekins behind the cashier counter for easy access of BBQ sauces and bagging food #11 Cashier walked my order over to where I was standing instead of calling me over to the counter #12 Hispanic music was playing in conjuction with the theme: "Taco Thursday." Way to incorporate the multi-cultural theme through music!
I am an educator, and I also work part time in the service industry. These observations for the 5 minutes that I was in there were EXTREMELY IMPRESSIVE! The team work, the calmness of the environment, and the cleanliness were enough to make me out of a regular customer.... But then.... I bit into the taco when I got home. O. My. Gosh. Y'all.... don't sleep on Gonzo's. This has got to be the best BBQ taco I think I have ever had. If I have ever had one. The infusion of the fresh cilantro, the saltiness of the cojita cheese, and the acidity of the pickled red onion, only made me upset that I under estimated this local business. I was upset with myself that I live right down the road and did not try this gem sooner! I admire that he is open only a few days a week. I feel like he creates a good work life balance for himself and his family. They sold out of almost every taco, so the word is out. Gonzo's is the place in Luling for BBQ. When your BBQ is that good, people will wait until your are open to get the quality that this business provides. Just the cleanliness and teamwork alone would have made me a regular, but y'all, that taco was simply AMAZING!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Google Account
Very helpful staff, and the food was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aj Cash
This place is awesome I was on vacation in New Orleans for my bday 5/10/24 I did a lot of research of places to eat while on vacation of course seafood and all of the Louisiana staples and me being a bbq fanatic and pitmaster plus food critic I looked to see what n.o was offering for bbq I read some reviews and they were great but what caught my eye was that the place emphasized central Texas style bbq now they had my attention then it said only open two days a week 1130 to roughly 330 or until sold out ? starting ringing for sure they did not disappoint the staff was very friendly and informative the pitmaster cooks and carved all selections you can tell he puts love in his work and the taste comes out in the food brisket and burnt ends were lip smacking good people in the line was friendly and everything looked superb that others ordered DO NOT let the line to deter you trust me If it’s worth having it’s worth waiting for… 100% facts thanks again guys for awesome experience keep up the great work
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Pellerin
by far the best smoked brisket boudin!
it's a must have
Tanner Goolsby
Left a review about poor service and my order being messed up. I realized now this guy blocked me on social media lol. Hope y’all enjoy his services.
BBQ was sold out, so you know it gotta be good. I got 2 tuna tar tar, 2 smoked banana puddings, 2 pasta dishes & some frozen boudin for later. I spent 80$ just on myself and bringing some home to go. Drove 2 hours to visit this restaurant, and it did not disappoint! 🤩 I'm tempted to drive back tomorrow to get more. If you're on the fence aboutcoming to this restaurant do yourself a favor and JUST DO IT!
I'll be back in a few weeks for sure!
-The Leauxcal Nomad 337
Parking: Couldn't see a sign. Could miss it easy if you didn't know where you were going. Kind of makes it a good secret kitchen though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Smoked Banana Pudding
Parking: Awesome people, good family.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Burger, Smoked Crawfish Mac N Cheese, Pork Belly Burnt Ends Brisket and Brisket Boudin, Smoked Barbacoa, Smoked Corn Grits, Brisket Mac and Cheese, Pork Spare Ribs, Beef Ribs, Smoked Apple Butter BBQ Sauce, Smoked Pulled Pork Mac N Cheese, Sausage Boudin and El Jefe Sandwich, Chicken Sausage, Brisket and Smoked Turkey Breast, Turkey Leg & Brisket Boudin, Pulled Pork, Brisket Tostadas, Beef Cheeks, Smoked Banana Pudding
First time at Gonzo's today with my 2 nephews. Seriously great plate of food! Brisket, pork belly burnt ends, brisket boudin, cracklin, turkey All of it was great! Best plate of BBQ I have eaten!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is the bomb !! Get there early food sells out quickly . Wish it was open more than Thursday and Friday!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Every single thing I have ever had is amazing from this place. You definitely get what you pay for and the skill these people have with cooking is unmatched. There is not another place around that really captures TX BBQ like Gonzo’s. All of the meat is delicious and cooked to perfection. My favorites are the beef cheeks, pork jowls and brisket boudin (the Cuban on Thursdays too). They keep their place extremely clean and the workers are nothing but helpful. It is a long wait if you don’t preorder however, there is a reason. It is pricey, but again you get what you pay for. Quality meat and prepared perfectly. This is easily the best BBQ I’ve ever had and I used to live in TX.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The BBQ is off the chain delicious, worth the wait in line
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Smoked Corn Grits, Brisket Mac and Cheese, Award Winning Smoked Brisket Mac N Cheese, Prime Grade Brisket
It's well worth going out of your way for. It's fantastic.
EDIT 2024: Taco's were insanely good. Tried both the Brisket Burnt Ends and the Pork Jawls, incredible. Their "Taco Day" could be an entire restaurant concept. This restaurant would thrive in any city.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gonzo's Smokehouse shines on Smashburger Thursday with their brisket Smashburger—a must-try! The burger combines a crispy yet juicy brisket patty with traditional BBQ flavors. It's a delightful twist that BBQ lovers shouldn't miss. The atmosphere is rustic and welcoming, perfect for enjoying some of the best burgers in the region.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket Burger, Smoked Barbacoa
ONLY OPEN 2 DAYS A WEEK WHY OPEN AT ALL
The wait time was long, 11:45 / ordered 12:50 ,but it was worth the wait. Taco Thursday ?. Menu was limited, I was told on Friday that the full menu would be offered. Nice presentation and food taste great ?.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Don't sleep on Gonzo's. Let me tell you what I observed about 30 minutes before close for the 5 minutes that I was in there:
#1 Hand washing by the food prepared.
#2 Owner (Jason? At least he looked like the guy from the website) was on site.
#3 Patient cashier. Waited courteousy while I decided and answered questions I had about what was available on the menu
#4 Glove wearing while handling dishes and food
#5 No food or trash on the floor at the end of the shift.
#6 All tables were pre bused, reset, and restocked.
#7 Items that were unavailable were clearly marked out in red on the menu to communicate that non-verbally to customers.
#8 Work environment was calm. No employee seemed agitated, irritated, unhappy, or stressed out.
#9 All hands on deck. Every employee was ACTIVELY working to get the restaurant closing duties done. E.g. counting cashier drawer, washing dishes, organizing dishware, stocking
#10 Organized binds of ramekins behind the cashier counter for easy access of BBQ sauces and bagging food
#11 Cashier walked my order over to where I was standing instead of calling me over to the counter
#12 Hispanic music was playing in conjuction with the theme: "Taco Thursday." Way to incorporate the multi-cultural theme through music!
I am an educator, and I also work part time in the service industry. These observations for the 5 minutes that I was in there were EXTREMELY IMPRESSIVE! The team work, the calmness of the environment, and the cleanliness were enough to make me out of a regular customer....
But then....
I bit into the taco when I got home.
O. My. Gosh. Y'all.... don't sleep on Gonzo's. This has got to be the best BBQ taco I think I have ever had. If I have ever had one. The infusion of the fresh cilantro, the saltiness of the cojita cheese, and the acidity of the pickled red onion, only made me upset that I under estimated this local business. I was upset with myself that I live right down the road and did not try this gem sooner!
I admire that he is open only a few days a week. I feel like he creates a good work life balance for himself and his family. They sold out of almost every taco, so the word is out. Gonzo's is the place in Luling for BBQ. When your BBQ is that good, people will wait until your are open to get the quality that this business provides. Just the cleanliness and teamwork alone would have made me a regular, but y'all, that taco was simply AMAZING!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very helpful staff, and the food was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is awesome I was on vacation in New Orleans for my bday 5/10/24 I did a lot of research of places to eat while on vacation of course seafood and all of the Louisiana staples and me being a bbq fanatic and pitmaster plus food critic I looked to see what n.o was offering for bbq I read some reviews and they were great but what caught my eye was that the place emphasized central Texas style bbq now they had my attention then it said only open two days a week 1130 to roughly 330 or until sold out ? starting ringing for sure they did not disappoint the staff was very friendly and informative the pitmaster cooks and carved all selections you can tell he puts love in his work and the taste comes out in the food brisket and burnt ends were lip smacking good people in the line was friendly and everything looked superb that others ordered DO NOT let the line to deter you trust me If it’s worth having it’s worth waiting for… 100% facts thanks again guys for awesome experience keep up the great work
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
by far the best smoked brisket boudin! it's a must have
Left a review about poor service and my order being messed up. I realized now this guy blocked me on social media lol. Hope y’all enjoy his services.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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