Los amantes de las carnes y el pollo frito se dirigen a este popular restaurante familiar del área de Heights desde 1986. No hay servicio de mesa, pero se puede tomar un refresco o una cerveza helada mientras se espera el pedido. Cuenta con paredes de madera rústica, carteles retro y mesas de fórmica, que aportan a una cena informal. Hay lugar en el interior, y mesas en un pequeño patio cubierto. Los fines de semana, hay cena con espectáculo en el que las bandas de ‘bluegrass’ suben al escenario de la zona trasera de la sala. Cuentan con platos típicos a precios accesibles. Algunos platos populares son el crujiente filete de pollo frito. Disponen también de menú para niños, y hay un montón de postres para probar. Quienes quieren algo más fuerte que el té helado que sirven en tarros de cristal, hay cerveza y vino de Texas disponibles.

Although Texas BBQ focuses heavily on beef brisket, ribs are also insanely delicious, depending on where you go. Pizzitola's has been smoking meat since the Great Depression. Conveniently located on Shepherd Drive near the I-10, this true Texas joint boasts of their amazing spareribs, and with great reason. Go during lunch and see for yourself how much this city loves their BBQ. Share a slab of thick and juicy ribs with your boss or your special lady friend. When the meat gently peels right off the bones, the result will be sheer happiness for all--especially your mouth. Grab a slab to go for a mere twenty bucks. You won't be sorry. -Adam Rosen

Oh delectable Texas barbecue, how I love thee. It's not just the food it's the whole experience, from the rustic decor to the sliding trays. Brisket BBQ, not far from the Galleria, is a family-owned culinary staple of Bellaire. They've been smoking the best meat since 1983, and it's hard to compete with both their quality and prices. The lunch specials are fantastic, with a heaping plate of various combos throughout the week. The Beef Sandwich with a couple sides will cure your Monday morning blues, after all, the place is called Brisket BBQ, and this is Texas. You won't find a finer sliced or chopped beef sandwich in Houston. For dinner, try that same brisket on a loaded baked potato. -Adam Rosen

Inaugurado en 2000, Fogo de Chão recibe a los comensales en un ambiente rústico y atractivo. Esta es una cadena muy admirada entre los hombres de negocios. Ofrecen comida brasileña como cerdo, pollo, carne de res, cordero y salchichas cocinados de manera auténtica. El bufete de ensaladas es enorme y es un buen lugar para ir quienes quieran comer liviano. Platos bien preparados y un buen menú para tentar los paladares y hacer volver a los clientes.

Blake's BAR-B-Q & Burgers is a good choice if you're looking for casual dining at a good price for the whole family. Homemade barbecue sauce is a specialty here. The tender sausage is cooked so slowly you will wonder why the waiter bothered to give you a knife. Homemade Chili Frito Pie and Grilled Chicken are among the popular items. Old recipes and traditional cooking styles are the key ingredients of the tasty treats prepared here.

Rudy's is old school Texas BBQ, which is definitely a place you take out-of-towners (provided they are not vegetarians). Study your scrumptious options while zig-zaggin in the fast moving line, where you can also sample the juicy smoked meats before deciding. The best way to go is to create your own sampler. Get a half-pound of sausage, a half-pound of 2 kinds of ribs, and then you must try the Moist Brisket (a Texas BBQ staple). Also, try some fresh creamed corn on the side. Spread out your Texas-size feast on their provided butcher paper since there are no plates at Rudy's. Wrap up your excess and take it home for later. - Adam Rosen