36 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Universal City

“Such a caring and compassionate General Manager, I just spoke with Ipo and told her about my food allergies and she was so caring and accommodating and gave me a list of ingredients and alternatives that I could do and she said at the time of ordering let their manager know and they will cook my food off to the side to try and avoid cross contamination. And that they have designated fryers for their fries. Love love love restaurants that have compassion and care for their customers with food allergies!!!“

“This location near the base in Universal City TX is excellent. There's a green arrow turn for the left turn at Aviation Blvd with parking lot access by the drive thru. I had a large sweet tea and chopped beef sandwich for less than $5. AWESOME. TY❣“

“The good: Brisket and ribs were very tender potatoe salad was good green beans were good The Bad: No inside seating, both brisket and ribs were a little dry and could of used a little more seasoning. food might of been kept warm for a bit, the reason maybe why it was a little dry.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Ive been coming here for years, and had such a great experience yesterday that I decided to finally leave a review. I came yesterday morning around eleven and was immediately greeted by two young cashiers. They were VERY friendly, helpful and attentive, they took my order and made sure I got all the onions pickles and bbq sauce that I needed. They both had a smile and everything and genuinely seemed happy to be working there. Some of the best customer service that Ive ever had!!!!

I ordered for my wife, and myself. I got a brisket sandwich and a banana pudding. I usually only stick to the sandwich but I decided to treat myself. The brisket sandwich was phenomenal the brisket was so tender and flavorful and if you haven't had the banana pudding you HAVE TO TRY IT!!! I love your brisket!!! Definitely will be back soon!!“

“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.“

“Stopped by this location craving BBQ. Lines weren’t too bad. Had a great selection to choose from. Serena was very helpful and knowledgeable in helping decide which to go for. The Mac in cheese was amazing. The slice brisket was definitely on point. After I received my order Serena checked in with myself to see how I liked my food. Atmosphere was great. Definitely coming back.“

“First time here today & definitely will be going again it’s a small place but they made room for me & my family to sit down & enjoy the food truly amazing people !!! If your looking for great bbq this is the place god bless y’all“

“The tamales are SO GOOD ugh I haven't had good tamales in years. These knock the store bought and the in laws' tamales out the park. They're nice and moist, not dry at all. The seasoning for the meat is great and it's a perfect ratio of masa and meat. They aren't ginormous but they aren't flat and tiny (I've had some paper thin ones before). I think they're a decent size, especially for the flavor and value ($30 for 2 dozen). Gotta try their barbacoa next time!“

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

“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. 👍👍👍👍“

“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!“

“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!“

“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“

“This place was amazing. The food was served perfectly. The flavors was amazing. The cheeseburger was juicy and the chicken sandwich was delicious. The chef did an amazing job.
Our server Tucker, was very, attentive , professional and polite.
The manager Ms. Tina was amazing as well.
Definitely we will return soon.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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.“

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

“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.“

“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“

“very good service nice place to go eat“

“Vary delicious chicken strips 🧡🤎🎀“

“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 ?❤️? “

“***OWNER*** please invest in those blower machines at the doors and drive through window to prevent flies from getting inside the restaurant. As I’m waiting for my to go order I see flies on the food. The staff can’t help it and they always are doing a great job cause I come here often. 5 stars for the staff!“

“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“

“I have been going to this breakfast buffet for years and it never disappoints. They give such a good variety of breakfast items that you don’t know what to choose so you ultimately get everything. However their omelette station is the best part. This year they had beef brisket and putting brisket in an omelette is genius. Their mini pancakes/waffles, pastries, and breakfast potatoes are all so good. If you’re not staying here you can still go anytime for breakfast and highly recommend.“

“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“

“We had breakfast at Bill Millers's while visiting my daughter in Cibolo. We chose to dine in and had a great experience. The food was delicious, the coffee strong and there weren't many people in the dining room. We stopped because the line in the parking lot, for their window pickup was CRAZY!! Figured it had to be good if that many people were willing to wait in that crazy line of cars! We weren't disappointed! Will definitely visit again when we return to Texas.“

“Hate seeing the bad comments but when I went there morning after Kanye show this was one of the best breakfast in a while for 11 dollars I got the cowboy breakfast stack of pancakes and small really good sweet tea I ended up taking half to go so that’s two meals for $11 . Have to say the service was fantastic as well loved the wooden walls and floors with country music“

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

“We go at least once a month because the San Antonio location gives all Veterans a meal a month. We love it! Only one time we bought stuffed baked potatoes, sausage and brisket. They forgot to give us the brisket, but we didn't get charged for it!“

“Placed a huge Thanksgiving order and service was great and pick up was quick and efficient. I’d like to give Micheal a shoutout because not only did he carry our box to our car, I watched him assist other boxes back to back! I really appreciate that and he was killing it doing an amazing job with a smile on his face.“

“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!🇺🇸😎🇺🇸🤘🏻“