Best BEEF ribs in Dallas (BBQ)?

355537 Best BEEF ribs in Dallas (BBQ)? Sat Dec 30 04:41:39 -0800 2006 40 5 Texas 0 2138855 Just moved to Dallas from NYC and I am looking for (the best) beef ribs, dry, no sauce. All I can seem to find is pork. I have been to: Sonny Bryans Red Hot and Blue Dickey's Where's the beef?! Sat Dec 30 04:41:39 -0800 2006 62876 toejam 1 2138865 Try Big Al's on Inwood (near Cedar Springs). Just be sure to request that they not sauce them. Scott Sat Dec 30 04:54:36 -0800 2006 2138855 11486 Scott 2 2138996 Thanks for the tip Scott. Can't wait to try them. Sat Dec 30 06:17:40 -0800 2006 2138865 62876 toejam 2 2143213 I stopped by Big Al's yesterday, but they were closed :( When I catch them open, I will post my review. Happy New Year! Mon Jan 01 16:04:16 -0800 2007 2138865 62876 toejam 3 2145945 Went to Big Al's again today and they didn't have beef ribs! (arrrgh...) The guy behind the counter said that they will have them tomorrow, or definately by Thursday when they are the daily special. Hurry up and wait, I guess... I am beginning to think that there aren't really any cows in Texas. Tue Jan 02 19:59:42 -0800 2007 2143213 62876 toejam 1 2140213 Also beef ribs at Riscky's in the FW Stockyards. Sat Dec 30 22:46:50 -0800 2006 2138855 13448 buck 1 2140687 Most of the Sonny Bryan's locations should have beef ribs. It was always a weekly special. It depends on the part of town you are in, I believe that Ye Old Butcher shop in Downtown Plano also has them as a special during the week. Sun Dec 31 02:47:38 -0800 2006 2138855 23935 irodguy 1 2141012 sonny bryans are my favorite. i lived near the inwoood rd location for 13 years and the smell was so good i wanted to lick the building. they used to have irregular hours tho....closed once they sold out. which was just about every day. it looks like a total dump,,,once again ya can't judge a book/ Sun Dec 31 05:48:32 -0800 2006 2138855 46161 spinach 2 2142017 I live near the Inwood location too, but when I was there last week, they only had pork ribs on the menu. I didn't think to ask them about beef. Next time I will. Sun Dec 31 19:49:00 -0800 2006 2141012 62876 toejam 1 2141788 Angelo's in Ft Worth - white settlement. da best! Sun Dec 31 18:16:56 -0800 2006 2138855 62924 kimih1226 2 2142020 I have been wanting to head over to Ft. Worth. Now I know where I am going to have lunch (and dinner?)! Thanks to you and Buck for the tips. Sun Dec 31 19:49:51 -0800 2006 2141788 62876 toejam 1 2142291 Guys, I don't think Angelos has ever had *beef* ribs. And I don't remember seeing them at Sonny Bryan's. Sun Dec 31 22:13:17 -0800 2006 2138855 13448 buck 1 2142887 Sonny Bryan's used to have beef ribs as their special on Monday's all you could eat. We used to go to the location Frankford location every week before they kind of went downhill. Mon Jan 01 05:45:44 -0800 2007 2138855 23935 irodguy 2 2630791 The Sonny Bryan's near Coit and Campbell in Richardson used to do that all-you-can-eat beef ribs special on Mondays. They were pretty damn good too but that place has gone downhill. If I want ribs in Dallas, I'll go to Dickey's or Randy White's BBQ (in Frisco) before going to Sonny Bryans. Tue Jun 05 07:06:51 -0700 2007 2142887 48650 TexSkills 1 2142898 i guess sonny's has changed, when i lived nearby BEEF was their primary rib and sliced bbq meat offering...then pork, sausage (kielbasa) and turkey. texas had been mostly a beef bbq kind of state. Mon Jan 01 06:10:36 -0800 2007 2138855 46161 spinach 2 2143216 I lived in Dallas in the early 80's and it seemed like beef ribs were everywhere then too. Now beef seems to be the exception rather than the rule... Mon Jan 01 16:06:40 -0800 2007 2142898 62876 toejam 1 2150153 It's hard to find beef ribs worth your time or trouble. Pork are far superior. Cousin's BBQ in Fort Worth has them, and they're OK. Buck's right - no beef ribs at Angelo's. Wed Jan 03 22:20:48 -0800 2007 2138855 17057 HalleyP 2 2150573 I have been lurking for a while - but wanted to help out. I just had all you can eat beef ribs at Riskys in FW Stockyards last week. They had a GREAT flavor but they are hit or miss with how much meat you get on each bone. But for all you can eat it was awesome! Thu Jan 04 00:13:16 -0800 2007 2150153 63933 Chicago Native 2 2152328 Yeah, its funny. BBQ got really trendy in New York City over the past few years, and most of the places there have "Texas Style" beef ribs (dry rub, no sauce), and some of them are pretty darn good. As you say, the quantity of meat on the bone can really vary... Thu Jan 04 16:10:45 -0800 2007 2150153 62876 toejam 1 2158397 As a Dallas native, I am almost ashamed to say that this is not the best place to go for real Texas 'Cue. For that, you have to hit the Central Texas smoke ring (Lockhart-Luling-Elgin-Taylor-Bastrop). That is the center of the BBQ universe. Throw in Cooper's in Llano-Mason-Junction for good measure. Now, the ones you mentioned I would certainly not recommend. Red Hot & Blue is a Memphis chain. Most Texans (myself included) don't care for pig. COW is where it's at. Like Sonny Bryan's, Dickey's is an old local chain. Most of the branches are simply not serviceable, but people who move down here don't know the difference. Decent Dickey's locations: Henderson & N Central Expwy(NE corner). And the one on E 14th Street in Plano. Sonny Bryan's: Original on Inwood Rd. But, even then, it is still overpriced. Colter's is another big chain here. I prefer Sammy's and Baker's over any of the ones listed if you are going to eat locally. The 3 biggies in cowtown are: Angelo's (already mentioned and my pick), Railhead and Risckeys. Angelo's is the closest thing you can get to Central Texas BBQ in Ft Worth. Both Angelo's and Railhead also serve 33 degree beer in a big schooner that is cold enough to give you hypothermia. If you are in the Mid Cities, give North Main BBQ in Euless a shot. http://www.northmainbbq.com/ You'll know you're there because of the HUGE armadillo-shaped smoker. I think they are only open on weekends though. I think Baker's http://www.bakersribs.com/ has pork ribs only. Deep Ellum or Upper Greenville. I almost always get their sliced beef, and have never had their ribs, but they got good reviews. MY PICK: David's BBQ in Pantego (a very small suburb of Arlington). This is the best BBQ in the metroplex. A few people DO know about it however, and they WILL run out. I'll be honest, I haven't ever had their ribs, so give 'em a shout and see what they can do. Hope this helps. I want a full report! Sat Jan 06 00:48:46 -0800 2007 2138855 64486 4th Generation 1 2166699 Don't know of any beef ribs in the DFW area, but if you travel to the other major cities in Texas you should give the ones at County Line a try. Mon Jan 08 22:04:11 -0800 2007 2138855 10311 David Pearlman 1 2217911 The Feedstore in Southlake on S. White Chapel has exception ribs.. pork and beef alike. Tue Jan 23 10:38:13 -0800 2007 2138855 45907 dinobob 1 2233462 I have been out of town, and busy at work, but I finally made it to Big Al's on Inwood for their beef ribs. I actually went three times, since on my first two visits, they only had pork. The third time was the charm and I am happy to report that they were pretty decent. Not great, but good, and the ONLY beef ribs I have had so far in Dallas. The quality of the meat was good and there was a good amount of meat on the bone by beef rib standards. I almost always go sauceless, so I ordered them dry. In terms of the preparation/cooking, they were not dry rubbed, but looked to have been brushed with sauce and smoked. The results were slightly sweet for my palate, but not overly sweet, and the flavor was good. Tasted like they had a good, long smoking. In terms of body, they were a bit on the moist and tender side. My preference is for a bit more body and chew. Not very good at describing it, but I like the beef ribs that are both a bit stringy/chewy and melt in your mouth at the same time. These were more like your typical pork ribs in terms of body. While not my favorite "style" these were good ribs. I will go back for more. I have posted a couple of pics (sorry, all I had was my crappy cell phone camera). Can wait to try some of the other joints recommended. Thanks again to all for the tips... Sat Jan 27 12:58:12 -0800 2007 2138855 62876 toejam 2 2604424 never had the beef ribs at county line...but everything else there is decent and/or above average. does anyone know if the lubbock location closed down? County Line Harbor Point - NOW OPEN 4821 Bass Pro Drive (972) 278-4227 Set right on Lake Ray Hubbard next to the Bass Pro Shop the County Line at Harbor Point has a huge patio/deck where you can take in the great Lake view and enjoy an ice cold beer or margarita and some of County Line's legendary slow-smoked barbeque. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week so you can "Get it all over ya'" anytime! Sat May 26 11:53:22 -0700 2007 2233462 47201 adkim 1 2631064 has anyone been to Peggy Sue's BBQ on Synder Plaza? Tue Jun 05 08:25:50 -0700 2007 2138855 93066 Shalley 2 5166755 Once. And I'll never return. I can't believe there are people out there that rave about Peggy Sue's. the BBQ is absolutely, H-0-R-R-I-B-L-E! Mon Nov 09 07:24:22 -0800 2009 2631064 138174 twinwillow 1 2865643 Don’t know yet about the best, but here’s the beef! We’re Texas newbies too, and my guy eats no pork. So, began my quest for “Texas Cue” beef ribs. Today 8/22/07, I called all the restaurants listed in this board’s thread and this is what each one told me as to whether or not they served beef ribs: Riscky’s bbq – yes Coopers bbq – yes Big Al’s bbq – yes County Line Harbor Point, Bass Pro – yes Sonny Bryan’s bbq – no Red Hot & Blue – no Dickey’s bbq – no Ye Ole Butcher Shop – no Randy White’s bbq – no Sammy and Baker’s bbq – no David’s bbq in Pantego – no Peggy Sue’s bbq – no Railhead Smokehouse – no Cousin’s bbq - no North Main bbq, Euless - no Tue Aug 21 08:48:04 -0700 2007 2138855 120940 Mysistahgirl 1 2935171 If you go to Austin for business or fun try the Iron Works BBQ on Cesar Chavez at Red River downtown. They have the biggest and best beef ribs I have ever eaten on their daily menu. Wed Sep 12 12:57:47 -0700 2007 2138855 126812 toppertx 1 2944822 09/15/07 - Just an update. OH MY GOODNESS!!! Riscky’s bbq in downtown Fort Worth. While I have not tried the other's yet, I think I have found the winner!!!! I can't even image any others tasting better. They were simply, fall off the bone, no sauce needed, flavorful, and juicy, best beef (better than any beef or pork) ribs I've ever had the pleasure of tasting ... and I've been on a quest for good beef and pork ribs where I travel. AND, they have an all-you-can-eat special, to boot. "Now, THAT's! a meal," said my guy, when we finished. I totally agreed. ............................................ Don’t know yet about the best, but here’s the beef! We’re Texas newbies too, and my guy eats no pork. So, began my quest for “Texas Cue” beef ribs. Today 8/22/07, I called all the restaurants listed in this board’s thread and this is what each one told me as to whether or not they served beef ribs: Riscky’s bbq – yes Coopers bbq – yes Big Al’s bbq – yes County Line Harbor Point, Bass Pro – yes Sonny Bryan’s bbq – no Red Hot & Blue – no Dickey’s bbq – no Ye Ole Butcher Shop – no Randy White’s bbq – no Sammy and Baker’s bbq – no David’s bbq in Pantego – no Peggy Sue’s bbq – no Railhead Smokehouse – no Cousin’s bbq - no North Main bbq, Euless - no Sat Sep 15 15:19:55 -0700 2007 2138855 120940 Mysistahgirl 1 4421797 Tony Roma has good beef ribs. Mon Feb 16 10:31:59 -0800 2009 2138855 267338 r.walters 2 4422017 Tony Romas has been out of this market for quite some time. Mon Feb 16 11:38:50 -0800 2009 4421797 172449 gamese7en 3 4422553 I believe "Love and War in Texas" has an all you can eat Beef rib special sometimes during the week. I have never eaten there but it seems busy every time I go by. Mon Feb 16 14:25:37 -0800 2009 4422017 109310 Dallassooner 1 4427872 Dude. I've lived here all my life. Beef ribs are extremely hard to find. I've had awesome beef ribs in New Orleans and NYC...honest to God. I'm thinking about driving to Austin on Friday just for beef ribs because Dallas BBQ sucks. Pork ribs suck also. Wed Feb 18 06:21:17 -0800 2009 2138855 146405 stricken 2 4561902 Pappas Brother's BBQ on Northwest Highway in Dallas has beef ribs, all you can eat specials on some days. Cant recommend them very highly though. Iron Works on Red River in Austin has the best I'v eaten. Thu Apr 02 13:32:02 -0700 2009 4427872 126812 toppertx 1 5078632 Y'all are awesome - just yesterday I was complaining about the very fact that one can't seem to find beef ribs anymore - just pork and more pork. Don't get me wrong - I don't mind a pork rib done well (Red Hot & Blue comes to mind) but nothing beats stuffing your face with a beefy rib. The best I have ever had probably came from Texas Roadhouse in Waco when I was in school - I literally would be craving those juicy, fall-off-the-bone goodness once a month. It became an excellent positive reinforcement after a test, ;) I figured that since Texas Roadhouse is a chain - surely smaller businesses would do even better things to a beef rib? No. That was sadly the answer I discovered when trying a few local places. I've got a few places I'm still thinking (FW native here) so if I try something successful I'll let y'all know. Sun Oct 04 15:24:22 -0700 2009 2138855 1113897 Maurelle 2 5164545 find anything yet? Sun Nov 08 00:03:26 -0800 2009 5078632 146405 stricken 1 5079584 I guess I'll jump in here on this older post. Aside from having the best BBQ in Texas, Louie Mueller's BBQ in Taylor, not far from Austin has not only the very best BBQ but, the very best beef ribs, anywhere! Mon Oct 05 06:43:03 -0700 2009 2138855 138174 twinwillow 1 5182390 Went to "Smoke" at the Hotel Belmont in Oak Cliff tonight and had their, "Big Rib". Excellent!!! Sat Nov 14 20:27:37 -0800 2009 2138855 138174 twinwillow 1 5193013 Take a nice drive south of Sulphur Springs toward Lake Fork. There is a shack on the east side of the highway called Big Smith's. They serve ayce beef ribs when they are open. It's their staple. The decor alone is worth the trip. Wed Nov 18 18:57:39 -0800 2009 2138855 219539 eulogite 1 5197478 Maybe not the best but VERY VERY VERY solid and consistently good are the beef short ribs at the Whole Foods in Lakewood. Hardly ever any available after 5pm. Their in house bbq shop is very underrated. Fri Nov 20 18:41:48 -0800 2009 2138855 258420 JethroSpanks 2 5197706 I have to agree. Actually, surprisingly good and, much better than all the so called, BBQ joints in town. Fri Nov 20 21:33:46 -0800 2009 5197478 138174 twinwillow