50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Live Oak

“Where to start, where to start.... Our party had 2 early arrivals that grabbed a table as the other 5 of is were instructed to go to Texas Roadhouse across the highway... Once we learned of the faux pas the 5 of us crossed over and met up. Unfortunately, there were 7 total, not 6 like the hostess was told, but we added a chair and went 3 wide on one side since they wouldn't allow us to drag another UNUSED small table over (that table was EMPTY ALL NIGHT TOO) EVENTUALLY, our darling server showed up and took our drink order and food order at the same time as we had plenty of time to carouse the menu waiting for her. Eventually our drink order showed up (sodas/tea/water) Salads all came out in a large serving with a generous serving of dressing. Two of our salads were incorrect dressing so they went back. Our server made a great joke when she brought the corrected ones back, joking it was a different dressing again. Salad was a great house salad W cheese, croutons, tomatoes, cucumbers all diced up nicely. Our table ordered all across the menu, ribs, dinner salads, CFS, grilled shrimp, chicken tenders. Sides were all excellent from Brussel sprouts to sweet potatoes. The wait for the food was worth it, we had serious conversation we needed to tend to anyways. Server disappeared for quite a while, I needed a refill on water but never got it, thankfully, that's exactly why I drink SLOWLY until I know if I'm going to get topped off frequently or not. Half our group finished our meals and stacked plates, but server never showed up to collect them and took forever to bring our checks. Once checks were divided it took quite a while to get them back to sign and retrieve our credit cards again too. Server was friendly, funny and nice, just lacking attentiveness (didn't see her at any other tables on our area either) Food was DEFINITELY BETTER than Texas Roadhouse... Especially the grilled shrimp. NEVER EVER ORDER THEM AT TEXAS ROADHOUSE, it's like eating a block of salt !! Half our group took home doggy bags as portions are large and worth eating as leftovers again for sure! Will probably return someday, we don't live very close by, but it was overall a decent experience and not overpriced.“

“Went today for lunch. It was me and my 4 kids. Eli was amazing! Had a great lunch“

“The ribs where the best I’ve had in a long time. I also had rice, beans and Mac and cheese with jalapeño no question it was a hit. I will definitely go back again.“

“Always passed this spot we stopped to try and me and husband loved it will definitely be our new spot for bbq“

“First time visiting. The food was very good, and there was a nice selection of items on the menu. The location is convenient, with plenty of parking and a pleasant atmosphere. The staff was friendly, and the service was excellent. I also appreciated the convenient hours. My only criticism is that the portions were a bit small. Overall, a good experience. I'll be back.“

“It was my first time. Really enjoyed the menu selections! It was very good! I will return!❤“

“The Purple Pig was recommended to me, and I recommend this outstanding BBQ eatery enthusiastically. The best pulled pork BBQ I've eaten has been in Tennessee. Nothing to compare. We'd pick up frozen pulled pork in Tennessee and bring it back to Texas as a treat. Nothing to compare until our first visit to The Purple Pig in June. Meets and exceeds our high standards to perfection. Don't miss this delightful experience. There are many things that makes the pulled pork extraordinary. Quality. Pecan smoked, not common to Texas. Wonderful sides. Add to the excellence of the food is the service and the quaint, charming setting. Five stars.“

“Absolutely everything is so good!!! Highly suggest you get you some!! 😋“

“Great food, amazing staff and awesome music Jennifer Tomme-Watler Rubenv Rubenv Jimmy Spacek 🎸🎙️🎸🎙️“

“well there was no highlight. the food was all leftovers and it was cold. not impressed at all.“

“Great service....lots of things to chose from. Our server Kristina was very knowledgeable and friendly. She as sweet and explained the menu so we knew what everything was.“

“My brother travels nearly an hour just to get barbacoa and tamales from here. My cousin travels 30 mins. My best friend nearly 30 mins. My mom passes at least 3 other places to take the 20 min drive. Everyone LOVES this place. Always the same good food. You will NOT be disappointed.“

“the brisket melt is the best I've ever had!!! Definitely recommend 👌“

“HEB SA #26 in Schertz, at Texas True BBQ are TRUE TEXANS and amazing people. They took our families order with patience and helped us out a lot. Needed to show our family from out of state how amazing it is and they agreed. It’s the best, Mikayla especially was very nice and professional.“

“Had an amazing experience at True BBQ. The food was absolutely better than expected—everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly.

What really made the visit stand out was the service. Elizabeth, Melissa, and Rogelio were all incredible—super friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcomed from start to finish.

You can tell they care about both the food and the customer experience. Definitely coming back again soon. Highly recommend!“

“I recently had a seminar at this location. This is a new location that I tried out in this area. What a big surprise! I found the place to be very appealing. The food was absolutely delicious, especially their beans! A big shout out to Kaitlyn for helping me organize this event. A great big, thank you to Jake Melvin and Lindsey for providing the best service ever to our customers! Definitely a place I would like to come back and visit!“

“Always take your receipt , yesterday me and my hubby went there for lunch , we paid , I did a custom tip and didn’t take a receipt , well now today when checking my bank account my waitress took the liberty to tip herself an extra $15 but of course since I didn’t take the receipt I can’t dispute it , so if you’re gonna eat there always take your receipt but overall the food is good“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rios Barbacoa Southtown is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with warmth and hospitality. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, perfect for a casual meal or a gathering with friends. Now, let's talk about the food – it's simply divine! The barbacoa is mouthwateringly delicious, tender, and full of flavor. The service is impeccable, with attentive staff who go above and beyond to ensure a delightful dining experience. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Rios Barbacoa Southtown is a must-visit destination. Highly recommended!“

“we always go here and have always been happy with our order. This time was a little disappointed in the peach cobbler. I ordered to small servings and both were filled less than half.“

“The food was amazing. In my opinion it’s the best Korean bbq in San Antonio. Our waitress was very nice and kept coming back to check on us. The owner came to our table and was very nice and helpful. The pickled radishes, kimchi and the kimchi pickles sides are my favorite. (We even bought a jar of kimchi to take with us). The beef bulgogi which we got spicy and the galbi were perfect. The flavor was 100% and was cooked to perfection. 10/10 would definitely recommend.“

“Best place for lunch or dinner!!! Ronnie, Jedi and the crew really know how to cook and have excellent customer service skills!!!“

“Oh my goodness! We had bbq, ribs and brisket along with Mac and cheese, collards, fries and pinto beans. Everything was delicious and we even got takeout out for the next nights supper (we are visiting from South Carolina). The bbq sauce is amazing! Highly recommend if you want some great food!!“

“Oh my goodness! We had bbq, ribs and brisket along with Mac and cheese, collards, fries and pinto beans. Everything was delicious and we even got takeout out for the next nights supper (we are visiting from South Carolina). The bbq sauce is amazing! Highly recommend if you want some great food!!“

“We love this place! To be able to have fresh food cooked at your table! Amazing! The hot pot and bbq grill are awesome. Well ventilated with a vent above grill. So many choices of broths for hot pot, vegetables, Meats and Seafood! Well worth your money! Can’t wait to go back!❤️“

“Great place and great people“

“We came in from out of town. Our family recommended us to go eat there! It was our first time eating Korean BBQ! We loved it!!!! Our children liked the shrimp tempura, shrimp friend rice and ramen. Make sure you order just the regular broth with the ramen 🍜 if it’s for your kids. If not it’s a bit spicy if you don’t. It’s very temp hot too. Ethan are server was pleasant and attentive. Great for birthdays too! I love how they sing to you and play the happy birthday song with glow sicks! Love of delicious sides come with the meal. We really enjoyed ourselves! Big family size portions! It’s really cool how you get to cook your meats! Definitely will be coming back! Very family friendly! God Bless!“

“Good portions. Brisket was simple and tasty. All you taste is beefy scrumptiousness. A full sausage link that has some spice to it and yummy. Mustard potato salad just like grandma used to make. 👍👍👍👍“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Texas Roadhouse Review 🥩🍖🍠🥦 If you’re craving a hearty, flavorful meal, Texas Roadhouse never disappoints! The steak was grilled to perfection—juicy, tender, and seasoned just right. The BBQ ribs were fall-off-the-bone delicious with that smoky, sweet glaze that keeps you wanting more. 🍖🔥 The baked sweet potato with butter and cinnamon was pure comfort food 🍠🤤, and the steamed veggies added a nice fresh balance 🥦🥕. Service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere was warm and lively—perfect for a casual dinner or a celebration. 🍹🎉“

“great service order was ready when i arrived“

“Got there late on a Sunday night, very friendly & the food was FABULOUS!!! I highly recommend!!! Sad, that we are from Nebraska & won't get to come back here, but I definitely would if I could😋“

“I’ve never had Hawaiian food and I asked around n this place was recommended (: it was super yummy. I got the bbq plate and the spam musubi. I also got a side of the chicken katsu. Everything down to the side salad was good. I didn’t catch the person at the fronts name, but he was also super friendly and recommended the pink Hawaiian sun drink to me. Portions were large too, now I have lunch tmr for work. Thx L&L 🫶🫶“

“Excellent food; great packaging; great service; and reasonable prices. Their large, sweet tea is the best! We love the extra lean beef brisket. My son was a little disappointed that the Wild Bill sandwich was not particularly special.“

“My visit to this Bill Miller's on 3.17.26 start it off not great in the Drive-Thru. I went inside. The staff was very pleasant to correct my order. The manager/lead was super friendly, professional, and accommodating to my request. When I left this establishment I felt appreciated as a customer by the staff members.“

“Vary delicious chicken strips 🧡🤎🎀“

“The Moco Loco! 🤤 This place is so good we ordered for lunch…and then for dinner. Gravy and extra Pattie’s, here at home added an extra over medium egg. We finished it off standing in the kitchen 😆. I aim to make this a weekly occurrence!!“

“Muy amables sobre todo la cajera hablaba español Y rapido el servicio“

“I ordered 150 breakfast sandwiches to be picked up early in the morning g and they had them ready right when I needed them. The staff was so courteous and helpful AND. the breakfast sandwiches were AMAZING! It was a big hit with our employees. Thanks for great service and great food“

“outdoor area for gathering.“

“I got the 3 meat and 2 side order that came out to a little over 20 dollars. I'm so used to the serving sizes other barbecue places give for that amount, that I was astonished at the amount of sausage and brisket I was given. Meat and vegetables were cooked to perfection and I can't recommend them enough.“

“So romantic. Just like Italy. Great place for a 1st date! You will impress that lovely lady with your choice of various sides such as coalSlaw, Spanish Rice (perfect for a Chicana), beans, and lots of American Pies 🥧 ! And brownies Chunks to choose from! The old country songs playing in the background will add to the romance and mood. That ambience in the air complimentary to the soft lighting that sets the mood for a first kiss! They also have great and tasty fried chicken and pico along with onions you can munch down all night if you don’t like your date so much. Highly Recommend“

“Tried the cheeseburger combo at Bill Miller Bar-B-Q today because the sign caught my attention, and I was curious since they usually do barbecue and chicken really well.

The burger itself wasn’t terrible, but it definitely tasted like a frozen patty cooked to order rather than a true burger-joint style burger. They told me it would take about 10 minutes because they make them “fresh,” which I appreciate, but I think that just meant cooked fresh after ordering.

The toppings came on the side, which I actually liked because the lettuce stayed crisp, but it was very minimal — a few tiny pickle slices, two onion rings, lettuce, and packets of ketchup, mustard, and mayo. No signature sauce or anything that made it feel special. I actually found myself adding Taco Bell hot sauce to it, and I never put hot sauce on burgers, so that probably says something.

The fries were okay, but I think they could improve the seasoning or recipe a little.

Honestly, I think Bill Miller shines when they stick to what they do best: barbecue, breakfast tacos, fried chicken, and sides. I’d still go back for those. The burger just felt more like a side experiment than something they’re known for.“

“Worked here as a teenager, love coming back for bill millers amazing food when I’m in town. Best brownies and chicken strips“

“First time trying Jamaican food 10/10 I got the jerk mac&cheese along with a soup both were very delicious packed with flavor the person who took my order was very nice as well amazing customer service will definitely be coming back again“

“Speedy service and friendly service!
There were about 10 cars in front of me in the drive thru line but within 14 minutes I was in and out of the parking lot.
My kids love the buckaroo chicken tender meal, very fair in size it almost seems to be the size of a regular combo #4. Only difference that I noticed is a kids drink versus a regular sized cup.
Bonus points for the brownie with nut dessert included 🙂 $6.30 for this meal“

“Very impressed with this Bill Miller BBQ location! Place was slammed but everyone was performing well and diligently! Chloe at the register was composed and collected! Travis, the manager, brought our food out to us and held the receipt with pencil lines through each item indicating that he personally made sure we got everything we paid for! On the way back in, Travis took a quick second to straighten out the curbside signs and unfurled the American flag that had wrapped itself around its pole! Food was hot, fresh, and delicious! GREAT JOB, GUYS & GALS! This is definitely our new location!🇺🇸😎🇺🇸🤘🏻“

“This is my favorite Bill Millers. The service is always great and so is the food. Chicken is always on point. I have never received bad service or food from this spot. I remember one day all the power was out and they were still frying chicken. They had that back door open so they could have some light in the kitchen and they served us fresh hot chicken with a smile. I laughed but never forgot that day. If you don’t mind waiting all their food is good. I said they have a Great Manager because she found a way to serve the customers 😁😁“

“Food is so expensive these days, and it's always painful when you cough up so much of your hard-earned money and in exchange get a sub-par meal.

This NEVER happens with LongHorn Steakhouse. While it's not the cheapest option, the quality absolutely justifies the price, and the portions are very generous- you definitely get what you pay for. My husband and I recently visited this location for our 13th anniversary. Both of our steaks were cooked perfectly- they were so tender and flavorful at a perfect medium rare with a beautiful crust. Melt-in-your-mouth meat magic. We both love the brussel sprouts- I could honestly eat them every day. We also tried a chicken appetizer that we hadn't seen previously and while I don't usually enjoy breaded items- the balance of sauce to breading was perfect and the sweet, spicy chili sauce was incredible! These chefs definitely have it figured out and are so consistent.

Melody was our server and she was so delightful. Friendly, knowledgeable, and quick-witted with a great attitude. Our orders were promptly taken with a smile, and the timing of our food couldn't have been better. Our drinks were never empty, everything was cooked perfectly, and her pre-bussing timing skills are unparalleled.

The whole experience was quick and efficient without feeling rushed, and while there wasn't anything to complain about, I'm confident that had anything gone wrong, it would have been rectified kindly and quickly by the manager- whose name I unfortunately can't remember, but was very attentive and hands-on.

Both my husband and I remarked that we don't know why we bother going anywhere else when we want to go out- we're so often let down by our dining experience but have literally NEVER been disappointed by LongHorn Steakhouse.

TLDR: The atmosphere is always inviting, the staff is always pleasant, and the food is always satisfying. You won't be disappointed.“

“Good Food, make find pieces of chicken that you can recognize. 😁 Is this piece a back, strong chicken arm,or a chicken foot. The drive thru oder window was down but they had a black dude with great customer service outside helping things run smooth, even in the scorching sun.Food was kinda pricey, Thanks bruh“

“They always have good soul food.. fried chicken, barbecue, oxtails, and cornbread cabbage... pig feet, sausage, pinto beans ,rice and candy yams, potato salad, ? ? every time I order the food I forget about pictures I eat the food up so fast ?❤️? “