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Odd DuckSee Odd Duck Video ($$$)
(2219 ratings)

1201 S Lamar Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 433-6521
oddduckaustin.com
  • Pork Belly Slider
    pork belly brined overnight, spiced and let sit for 12 hours, then charred and grilled; prepared in mini buns w/ mayo, tomato, arugula and a speared pickle; looks good
  • Lamb Meatloaf Sandwich
    topped w/ homemade potato salad, chile mayo, greens & potato chips in the sandwich; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2219 ratings
est. 2009; started in a trailer; formerly Odd Duck Farm To Trailer (at airing)...moved from 1219 S Lamar Blvd location
ONE90 Smoked Meats ($$)
(311 ratings)

10240 E NorthWest Hwy Map It!
Dallas, TX 75238
(214) 346-3287
one90smokedmeats.com
  • Spicy Brisket Sandwich
    sliced brisket w/ roasted hatch poblano peppers & melted cheddar cheese on brioche; looks good
  • The D.L.T.
    sliced smoked duck breast, green leaf lettuce, vine ripened tomatoes on thick sliced rustic toast w/ signature cherry jalapeno sauce; "this has wrecked every duck sandwich anybody will ever have" -Guy Fieri
4.5 out of 5
311 ratings
"East Dallas is the home to passionate artists, meticulous craftsmen and innovative nerds. We are all three." (from its website)
Pappas Bros SteakhouseSee Pappas Bros Steakhouse Video ($$$$)
(1207 ratings)

5839 Westheimer Rd Map It!
Houston, TX 77057
(713) 780-7352
www.pappasbros.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Steak"
  • Bone-In New York Strip Steak
    32 oz - for two - carved table side, limited availability; dry-aged; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1207 ratings
#3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Steak); opened in 1976
Patrizi's ($$)
(1000 ratings)

2307 Manor Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 522-4834
www.patrizis.com
  • Pomodoro w/ a Meatball
    beef & pork meatball w/ breadcrumbs, house red sauce, handmade pasta, garlic confit, butter, house farm cheese & basil; "truly done to the nines" -Ali Khan
4.5 out of 5
1000 ratings
est. 1948; family run food truck serving scratch-made classic Italian food
Pecan LodgeSee Pecan Lodge Video ($$)
(6510 ratings)

2702 Main St Map It!
Dallas, TX 75226
(214) 748-8900
www.pecanlodge.com
  • Beef Brisket
    signature dish; west Texas brisket w/ side of east Texas BBQ sauce; mesquite-smoked for 15-18 hrs; juicy; "rockin' brisket!"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Pulled Pork Sandwich
    mesquite-smoked for 12-15 hrs; w/ side of Carolina vinegar-based BBQ sauce; looks good
  • The "Hot Mess"
    jumbo sea salt-crusted sweet potato, south Texas barbacoa (shredded brisket w/ southwestern seasoning), chipotle cream, cheese, butter, green onions; looks good
4.5 out of 5
6510 ratings
multiple local awards & accolades; moved from original airing location (1010 S Pearl Expy); Other Recipes: Collard Greens Gratin
Pit RoomSee Pit Room Video ($$)
(2868 ratings)

1201 Richmond Ave Map It!
Houston, TX 77006
(281) 888-1929
thepitroombbq.com
  • Brisket Taco
    prime brisket smoked 12 hours, handmade tortilla, cheddar, sour cream, salsa roja; "probably one of the best brisket tacos I've had" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage Dinner
    scratch made & smoked, topped w/ house barbecue sauce, served w/ jalapeno cheddar sauce & chicharrones; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2868 ratings
est. 2016; "old school, wood cooked handcrafted bbq" (from its website); Texas-style bbq plus tacos, desserts & drinks; guest appearance: actor Lee Majors
Prince Lebanese Grill ($$)
(1308 ratings)

502 W Randol Mill Rd Map It!
Arlington, TX 76011
(817) 469-1811
www.princelebanesegrill.c...
  • Mashwi Shish (Lamb)
    seasoned and marinated lamb chunks, grilled and served in pilaf; looks good
  • Falafel
  • Zatar (Thyme Pie)
    Mediterranean breakfast pizza
  • Chicken Shawarma Plate "Bank Special"
    diced chicken breast freshly cooked w/ onions & tomatoes served on a bed of rice; the Shawarma Plate comes w/ a side of hummus, cucumber sauce & pita; looks good
  • Prince Lebanese Special
    sampler plate features Mashwi Shish Lamb, Mashwi Shish Beef, Shish Tawook, & Kafta Kabob served w/ vermicelli rice, grilled vegetables, & one side choice of: Greek salad, hummus, or babaganoush; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1308 ratings
used to be a fast-food drive-in
Q-Shi BBQ & Sushi [CLOSED] ($$)
(896 ratings)

3422 Fm 2920 Map It!
Spring, TX 77388
(281) 651-4703
  • Korean BBQ Kimchi Fries
    basket of crispy fries topped w/ Korean BBQ beef, cheese, kimchi, scallions, spicy mayo & Sriracha; looks good
  • Surf n Turf Roll
    sushi roll w/ crab meat, tempura shrimp & avocado topped w/ smoked brisket finished w/ Q-Shi dressing, fresh jalapeno & Sriracha
4.5 out of 5
896 ratings
[CLOSED]; Southern BBQ roots w/ Asian fusion
Restaurant Gwendolyn [CLOSED] ($$$$)
(286 ratings)

1017 N. FLORES ST. Map It!
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 222-1849
  • Royale w/ Cheese
    beef burger on house bun w/ cheddar, bacon & fried egg
4.5 out of 5
286 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2010; fine dining establishment serving locally sourced American fare, prepared w/ no motorized machines
Round Rock Donuts ($)
(3170 ratings)

106 W Liberty Ave Map It!
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 255-3629
www.roundrockdonuts.com
  • Texas Sized Round Rock Donut
    size of a tire
  • "World Famous" Glazed Round Rock Donut
  • Texas Donut
    2-lb, 14-inch donut
4.5 out of 5
3170 ratings
#64 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); long lines
Salty SowSee Salty Sow Video ($$)
(3251 ratings)

1917 Manor Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 391-2337
www.saltysow.com
  • Triple Fried Duck Fat Fries
    topped w/ 110-minute egg; w/ side of cold Bearnaise; looks good
4.5 out of 5
3251 ratings
American Gastropub that serves contemporary farm-to-table eats in a casual setting
SLAB BBQ & BeerSee SLAB BBQ & Beer Video ($$)
(1228 ratings)

9012 Research Blvd C4 Map It!
Austin, TX 78758
(833) 752-2100
dopebbq.com
  • "The El Jefe"
    black angus brisket topped w/ grilled onions, peppers, jalapeños, queso & BBQ sauce; top w/ Fritos for extra crunch; "that's a sandwich to be known for" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • "The McDowell"
    sandwich w/ award-winning ribs de-boned, pickles, onions & "Soul Glo" sauce; looks good
  • "The Donk Sammich"
    1 lb. sandwich stacked w/ every smoked meat available; topped w/ pickles, onions, jalapeños, slaw, queso, Fritos & every sauce on the menu
4.5 out of 5
1228 ratings
est. 2014; started in 2006 as a food trailer; specializing in hip-hop themed BBQ sandwiches w/ the sides inside
Smoke Shack [CLOSED] ($)
(244 ratings)

2347 Nacogdoches Rd Map It!
San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 829-8448
  • "Big Dog"
    hoagie w/ link of homemade sausage, brisket, pulled pork, two BBQ sauces topped w/ vinegar slaw; looks good
  • Corn Chip Pie
    aka. "Frito Pie"; Fritos topped w/ brisket, pinto beans, cheddar cheese & BBQ sauce; looks good
4.5 out of 5
244 ratings
[CLOSED]; BBQ & Southern kitchen
Southern Q BBQ & Catering [CLOSED] ($$)
(355 ratings)

16540 Kuykendahl Map It!
Houston, TX 77068
(832) 250-4851
  • Brisket
    rubbed & smoked in oak & hickory for 12-15 hrs; looks good
  • The Big Poppa
    loaded baked potato (butter, shredded cheddar) w/ 3 meats: chopped brisket, homemade smoked sausage & a rib, & topped w/ sour cream, chives, bacon bits & BBQ sauce; looks good!
4.5 out of 5
355 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 2009; owned & operated by husband & wife team
Suerte ($$$)
(1050 ratings)

1800 E 6th St Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 953-0092
www.suerteatx.com
  • Suadero Tacos
    confit beef brisket cooked in fat for 5 hours then grilled, coated in "black magic" oil & pica-pica sauce; served on handmade tortillas w/ avocado crudo, cilantro & onion; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1050 ratings
opened in 2018; locally sourced traditional Mexican cuisine
Tacos Mariachi [CLOSED] ($$)
(283 ratings)

602 Singleton Blvd Map It!
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 741-1239
  • Mole Fries
    fries topped w/ mole sauce, Crema fresca & Cotija cheese; looks good
  • Pulpo Tacos
    corn tortilla, grilled marinated octopus, asadero cheese, fresh avocados
4.5 out of 5
283 ratings
[CLOSED]; serving Tijuana street tacos
Taste of Europe ($$)
(384 ratings)

1901 W Pioneer Pkwy Map It!
Arlington, TX 76013
(817) 275-5530
www.tasteofeuropetx.com
  • Belarussian Kolduny
    three potato pancakes stuffed w/ specially prepared combination of ground beef & chicken; looks good
4.5 out of 5
384 ratings
opened in 2002; authentic Eastern European comfort food; restaurant, groceries & Russian gifts
Tasty KabobSee Tasty Kabob Video ($$)
(180 ratings)

6110 N Mesa St Map It!
El Paso, TX 79912
(915) 234-2255
tastykabobelpaso.com
  • Beef Koobideh
    2 skewers of seasoned ground beef; served w/ Basmati rice & roasted tomato; looks good
  • Ghormeh Sabzi
    fresh green herbs sautéed & stewed w/ kidney beans, sun-dried lime & chunks of tender beef; served w/ Basmati rice; "memorable flavor"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
180 ratings
serving authentic Persian cuisine chef/owner Eshi Hendry managed a restaurant for 29 years before opening her own place
Toasted CoconutSee Toasted Coconut Video ($$)
(419 ratings)

1617 Richmond Ave Map It!
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 485-4775
www.gettoastedhtx.com
  • Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit
    fried chicken, black pepper biscuit, house chili crisp, optional egg, American cheese, topped w/ honey butter; "that's like an exceptional chicken & biscuit!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Pork Dumplings
    pork filling in sheet dough, fried & steamed, served w/ house chili oil, sweet soy & crispy garlic; "it's umami bomby!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
419 ratings
est. 2019; beach bar w/ chef-driven menu & award-winning mixologist
Traveler's Table ($$)
(1750 ratings)

520 Westheimer Rd Map It!
Houston, TX 77006
(832) 409-5785
www.travelerstable.com
  • Caribbean Braised Oxtails
    habanero mango chow, allspice, sherry, butter beans, roasted carrots, onions, celery, jasmine rice; "I don't ever say something is the best...[but] this would be in the running" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Crispy Pork Belly in Pasilla Sauce
    pasilla pepper, macadamia nuts, tomato, onion, garlic, purple cabbage-carrot-apple slaw; "that's elevated!" -Guy Fieri
4.5 out of 5
1750 ratings
est. 2019; modern cuisine featuring globally inspired flavors
Truck Yard ($$)
(1131 ratings)

5624 Sears St Map It!
Dallas, TX 75206
(469) 500-0139
www.texastruckyard.com
  • Cheesesteaks
    traditional Cheese-Wiz cheesesteak w/ pickled jalapenos (to give it a Texas flair); looks good
4.5 out of 5
1131 ratings
#45 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); former junk yard w/ lots of "art" as its decor; it's an outdoor dive w/ essentricities including an old truck that acts as a stage for live music & a bar in a treehouse; truck yard is open to other food trucks
Valentina's Tex Mex BBQSee Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ Video ($$)
(2204 ratings)

11500 Menchaca Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78748
(512) 221-4248
www.valentinastexmexbbq.c...
  • La Reina Sandwich
    mesquite smoked honey BBQ glazed pork ribeye on a toasted bolio topped w/ a caramelized onion spread & roasted tomatoes; served w/ side of mashed potatoes; looks good
  • Smoked Stuffed Burger
    smoked brisket burger stuffed w/ bacon, Serrano peppers, goat cheese, queso blanco; topped w/ bacon, tomatoes, caramelized onions, habanero mustard in a toasted bun; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2204 ratings
husband & wife team serving Tejano-style Tex-Mex barbecue in a caravan of food truck trailers
Vaquero Taquero
(154 ratings)

104 E 31st Map It!
Austin, TX 78751
www.vaquerotaquero.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Austin, TX"
  • "Six-Alarm Fire" Challenge
    6 tacos w/ ghost pepper salsa in under 30 minutes to win a t-shirt & a spot in the Hall of Fame; Casey chose 2 al pastor w/ marinated pork & pineapple, 2 bistec w/ red sauce & avocado crema, 2 chicken tinga w/ crema & pickled red onions; all topped w/ cilantro, onions & ghost chili pepper salsa; Casey won
4.5 out of 5
154 ratings
est. 2016; homemade tortillas, breakfast & street-style tacos, specializing in tacos al pastor prepared on traditional vertical fire spit
Veracruz All NaturalSee Veracruz All Natural Video ($)
(1089 ratings)

2505 Webberville Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 981-1760
veracruztacos.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Tacos"
  • Migas Breakfast Taco
    corn tortilla taco w/ eggs, tortilla chips, avocado, pico de gallo & cheese
4.5 out of 5
1089 ratings
#4 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Tacos); est. 2008; taco truck; multiple locations; featured by Rachael Ray, Rolling Stone & Austin Eater
Via 313 Pizza - West 5thSee Via 313 Pizza - West 5th Video ($$)
(889 ratings)

10106 Menchaca Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78748
(737) 334-3313
www.via313.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Pizza"
  • The Detroiter Pizza
    thick crust, rectangular pizza w/ smoked pepperoni under the cheese, natural casing pepperoni on top; looks good
4.5 out of 5
889 ratings
#5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Pizza); opened in 2011 by two brothers from Detroit serving "genuine Detroit Style Pizza"
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