Guide to Metroplex Barbecue
Barbecue and Texas go together like Autumn and football. We sent our scouts to discover what they liked and they reported (by the way a lot of them smelled like smoked hickory) back with a higher level of cholesterol, bigger guts and this compiled report. These 10 venues made our list. Don’t waste your time or money going elsewhere. That’s the fact…Jack!

Back Country Bar-B-Q
6940 Greenville Avenue - Dallas – 75231
(214) 696-6940 - www.backcountrybarbq.com
Why it’s Blitz Worthy: This is one of those places that literally has thought of it all in terms of Southern food. The sides list here is insanely long and includes Turnip Greens. They have Sweet Potato Pie, Fried Pies and Klondike Bars. Plus, they have Kool-Aid. The only thing missing is Moon Pies. Will you settle for Chocolate Brownie Cake? Every day they do a different special. For $9.50, you get the meat of the day, two veggies, Texas toast and either 16 oz. soda or 32 oz. tea.
Known For: Pork Ribs, Sliced Beef, Hot Links, Two Meat Po-Boy, Custom Smoke Turkey
On the Side: Cream Spinach, Famous Baked Potato Casserole, The catering department offers an option of bringing a big smoker right to your function for up to 200.

Bone Daddy’s House of Smoke
Various Metroplex Locations
www.bonedaddys.com
Why It’s Blitz Worthy: The folks at Bone Daddy’s know that you like you meat slowly smoked. We have fallen in love with the Flying Pig Sandwich. Imagine pulled pork, sausage links, maple ham and bacon between two toasted buns. We’re also partial to the “Rack ‘O’ Babybacks. They’re pork ribs with sweet honeysuckle sauce. Good food and good eye candy. Need we say more?
Known For: Pork Ribs, Flying Pig Sandwich, Various BBQ Sandwiches, Beer Can Chicken, Killer Ribeye
On the Side: Eye Candy, Bourbon Pecan Pie, Mac N’ Cheese, Barky’s Stuffed Jalapenos, Chicken Fried Chicken

Duke’s Original Roadhouse
4180 Belt Line Road - Addison – 75001
(972) 503-2337 - www.dukesoriginalroadhouse.com
Why It’s Blitz Worthy: You must have their “Fall Off The Bone” BBQ Ribs if you know what’s good for you. It’s a full rack of pork ribs slathered in sauce. Be sure to get the Garlic Mashed Potatoes as your side. Try their giant Chicken Fried Steak as it takes up the whole plate--served with seasoned fries and corn on the cob. Wash it all down with a cold one!
Known For: Pork Ribs, Chicken Fried Steak, Grilled Pork Chops, Texas Chili
On the Side: Great Drink Specials, Fried Twinkies, Big Tex Chocolate Cake, Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger

Longoria’s BBQ
100 S Christopher Street - Fort Worth – 76140
(817) 568-9494 - www.longoriasbbq.com
Why It’s Blitz Worthy: Longoria's makes our list and it is well deserved. The ribs are full of flavor and fall off the bone with ease. The smoked sausage is made from their brisket and basically melts in your mouth. They also offer hamburgers made from brisket. Their sizeable portions are worth every cent. Eat at Longoria's; you will enjoy every bite.
Known For: Brisket Burgers, Beef Jerky, St. Louis Style Ribs, Brisket Sausage, Chopped Beef
On the Side: Bologna Sandwich, Tamales, Frito Pie, Macaroni Salad, Tossed Chicken Salad

Mike Anderson’s True Texas BBQ
5410 Harry Hines Boulevard - Dallas – 75235
(214) 630-0735 - www.mikeandersonsbbq.com
Why it’s Blitz Worthy: Mike’s was built to have all the things a "respectable campsite" has: “friends and family to gather, a campfire to gather round, some puppy dogs to love on, some choice meat smokin' over a fire, some cool tunes, and of course an endless supply of adult beverages.” Sounds good to us!
Known For: Hot Links, Polish Sausage, Pork Ribs, Spudzilla BBQ Baked Potato, Smokehouse Salad
On the Side: Garlic Slaw, Olivia’s Devilish Eggs, Jalepeno Pinto Beans and Rice, Cheezy Cornbake, Bourbon Pecan Pie, Granny’s Peach Cobbler, Cherry-Pineapple Cobbler

Outlaw’s Bar-B-Que & Grill
2334 S. Belt Line Road - Grand Prairie – 75051
(972) 263-6063 - www.outlawsbbq.com
Why It’s Blitz Worthy: Head over to this family friendly establishment before the Rangers or AirHogs game for some Texas Style Ribs. They’re slowly smoked with hickory wood and taste great. We also like the brisket and the chopped sandwiches. Compliment your meal with a baked potato and slaw. The Country Breakfast is a good deal too. They have a drive-thru if you’re in a hurry.
Known For: Texas Style Ribs, Brisket, Country Breakfast, Chopped Sandwich, BBQ Plate
On the Side: Supreme Baked Potato, Homemade Slaw, Potato Salad, Chicken Fried Steak Plate, Peach Cobbler

Pappas Bar-B-Q
2231 West Northwest Highway - Dallas – 75201
(214) 956-9038 - www.pappasbbq.com
Why It’s Blitz Worthy: If you want to have a sausage fest, this is the place to do it. They make six different types of sausage every day. They smoke them for 18 hours over exactly forty pieces of Texas hickory. But if you think that is dedication, they actually start working on their ribs at 5 a.m. to have ‘em ready for the lunch crowd. Everything down to the mayo in the potato salad is made from scratch.
Known For: Meat Salad (ham, steak and turkey), Brisket Burrito, Breakfast Tacos, Czech Sausage, Chopped Beef Baked Potato, Denver Omelet Taco, Honey-Smoked Ham
On the Side: Jalapeño Cheese Bread, Pecan Pie, Pea Salad, Spicy Rice, Cucumber Salad, Yams, Catering, Delivery in some areas, Party Trays

Peggy Sue BBQ
6600 Snider Plaza - Dallas – 75205
(214) 987-9188
Why It’s Blitz Worthy: Located on the edge of the SMU campus, this restaurant is a throwback to the ‘50s complete with checkered table clothes and all things Roy Orbison. Not only can you get your Texas BBQ here, but they also serve a pork sandwich Carolina-style, as well.  
Known For: Rib Combo (baby back and spare), Brisket Wrap, Old Fashioned Hamburger, Polish Kielbasa Sausage, Quesadillas Barbacoa
On the Side: Summer Squash Casserole, Peach Cobbler, Salad Bar, Catering for up to 1000, Hoppin’ John

Rudy’s Bar-B-Q
Various Metroplex Locations
www.rudys.com
Why It’s Blitz Worthy: Founded in the late 1800’s, this San Antonio jewel utilizes pits that are 100% wood fired with oak. The dry rub can’t be beat. Try their brisket (moist or lean), St. Louis Ribs or Jalapeno Sausage. Feel free to douse with their special “Sause”. Save room for the banana pudding. You can thank us later.
Known For: Brisket, Turkey Breast, St. Louis Style Ribs, Pork Loin, Chopped Beef Sandwich
On the Side: Famous Cream Corn, Potato Salad, Giant Baked Potatoes, Banana Pudding, Special “Sause”

Shady Oak Barbecue and Grill
6364 Sandshell Drive - Fort Worth – 76137
(817) 306-7812 - www.shadyoakbarbeque.com
Why It’s Blitz Worthy: You can eat your BBQ outside with your toes in the cool grass while listening to an acoustic guitar set. Even cooler than that is the history of Shady Oak’s home, the old stone barn at Fossil Creek. The stone barn was originally built for James North, who once served as editor of the Fort Worth Star Telegram. The barn is constructed of native limestone. Its rustic appearance comes from the random arrangement of many sizes and shapes of stone pieced together by hand.
Known For: St. Louis Ribs, Trash Can Combo-Ribs, Beef, Chicken and Sausage served with Texas Beans, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Corn on the Cob
On the Side: Spicy Onion Rings, Grilled Salmon Caesar, Texas Beans, Potato Salad, Cinnamon Apples