14 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Maxwell

“Excellent BBQ“

“Had the pleasure of meeting Shane and Ben. The amount of time they took to show us the operation and explain the cooking process was a level of service you don’t get to experience often. Shane and Ben, thanks for making our experience memorable and special. Food was 10/10“

“Loved everything about the Barb’s experience- even waiting in line! The staff made me feel like I was a guest in their home. The food was so carefully arranged on our tray and blessed with lime zest and good vibes, resulting in perfection in every bite. Might be the best brisket I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to go back again and try the lamb this time.“

“Stopped by a smalltown local BBQ spot named Bloodworth BBQ in Kyle, TX. Everyone must stop by and enjoy this great spot in downtown Kyle. I got the sliced brisket BBQ sandwich and it was amazing. I'll definitely be coming back.“

“Really good food. Great service with a smile!!“

“I had the Big Jon from Gebbys BBQ today. It was a chopped brisket with sausage sandwich. You guys! I bit into it and tasted all the flavors of the spices and the crunch of the pickles 🥒 and.....man it was delicious 👌🏼! The chopped brisket was juicy, tender and piled on high. It was ❤️ at first bite! Chris and his team know how BBQ is supposed to be done 😍“

“Decided to visit Smokey Mo's BBQ for the first time last Friday, dinner for two. It was easy to park, the restaurant was not busy. Wife and I shared a three meat plate with Brisket, Turkey and Pork Belly Burnt Ends. Sides were bacon cheddar potatoes and mac and cheese. Everything tasted really good, especially the pork belly. It wasn't a five star experience for a detail, though... sides were served cold. Meats were slightly colder than we'd expected, but extremely flavorful. We'll still come back for a second round, and maybe try some of their other options. Service is fast, staff are attentive and polite. Clean tables and restrooms, decent prices.“

“I’m originally “MIT”—Made in Taiwan—but currently in Cambridge, MA, pursuing a PhD at an institute with a similar name. This summer, I’m interning at Synopsys in Austin, and as every good Texan would advise: you haven’t really arrived until you’ve had BBQ.

So I drove to Riley’s Pit BBQ, located at 1326 S Colorado St, Lockhart, TX—just next to a McDonald’s but worlds apart in flavor.
I ordered a three-meat plate—brisket, ribs, and sausage—with sides for just $18 (tax and tip included). In 2025, that’s a steal.
The brisket melted on the tongue with a smoky bark, the ribs were juicy, and the sausage casing offered a satisfying snap. It was hearty, flavorful, and generous in portion.
The plate came classic-style: with pickles, onions, a slice of white bread, and rich sides like potato salad and mac & cheese.
Inside, the dining room was decked with Texas memorabilia and BBQ signs, giving it a warm, laid-back feel.
Behind the scenes, you can see piles of smoking wood stacked out back and a working pit smoker—a sign that the meat is done the traditional way.
While the meat quality was excellent, one suggestion for improvement would be switching from plastic to wooden chopping boards, as the latter is more durable and won’t risk microplastic debris in food.

In a town saturated with legendary BBQ names, Riley’s felt humble, genuine, and full of heart. I plan to return, and if you appreciate honest, affordable BBQ in a no-frills setting, you should too.“

“I hadn't been to Chisholm Trail in years, but I went there this past Saturday. Holy smoke, it was amazing! I will be back real soon!“

“Delicious food, patient and informative staff.“

“Although the food was very good, their customer service was TERRIBLE! The woman behind the meat counter was the rudest person I’ve ever encountered in a food establishment. In Lockhart, Tx , there are at least 10 other bbq restaurants, so, people definitely have choices! We were visiting Lockhart and chose Krews from another recommendation. We ordered approximately $50 in meats and she threw 4 slices of bread up on our meat order. One of the pieces was the “heel”. She knew we wanted to make a couple of sandwiches and when I asked her for another piece of bread, instead of the “heel” , she proceeded to tell me that there was nothing wrong with it. She argued with me about that piece of bread until she finally threw it in the trash and threw several other pieces up on our meats. Based on our experience, we wouldn’t return.“

“Took my visiting sister and her husband to Smitty’s , the walls are black with smoke, fires were ablaze , air was heavy with the smell of cooking meat and what looked like post oak . We had ribs , sausages and brisket that was cooked to perfection . I couldn’t have made a better impression of true Texas BBQ !“

“First time trying chilantro bbq and it was superb! Food was fresh and delicious! We will return.“