Harlem Road Texas BBQ - Richmond (TX)

4 /5 Abel M.: I started out with my first order of the pork ribs and potato salad. The dish came with a small side of pickles and pickled onions. It was definitely a twist on traditional Texas style BBQ. I loved it, but the ribs were a bit small. I know its sold by weight, but it just wasnt very filling. The side of sauce was very good. As I was finishing up some guys sitting next to me ordered sandwiches, mac-n-cheese and some beans. I decided to go ahead and order a brisket sandwich and the mac. It was delicious! Like I said it is a twist on Texas BBQ but it is a great one. I love the change of pace. The flavor was new and fresh to me. I eat a LOT of BBQ! I will return with the wife to try one of the weekend specials. The only thing I would have love to see differently is more pork on those ribs. I hate paying for bones. I would suggest if youre going to be serving from the small section of the ribs add a little more to the plate to offset things to give a better value.

5 /5 Oak: This is a hidden gem. Bbq is always on point, clean simple space, and friendly service! Lamb chops, Hungry cowboy, brisket sammich, potato salad are all amazing!

2 /5 Andy Torres: I came to eat here and although the staff was nice the food was overall just okay. I was a little disappointed because for the price you’d expect a lot more out of it. We had ordered the beef rib and it was mainly a lot of fat. Paying $40 seems excessive when the bone is also included in the weight a long with the excessive fat. From that 1lb, I’d say you’re getting maybe 30% of actual meat. The brisket was okay, all the meat served was room temperature and it just felt like there was no love in there. The potato salad had a strong vinegar or sour taste and we didn’t get a lot of that potato flavor. Overall for almost $35 per person you’d think you’ll be getting a very exciting and flavorful meal but I was really sad. It was our first time and likely won’t be coming back unless something changes. I really wanted to like this place Mac and cheese and the cashier’s positive attitude was good though, probably the only thing we really enjoyed.

5 /5 Victor Law: We have passed by Harlem Road Texas BBQ so many times over the years and always wondered if it was any good. Well, we finally made the stop. We wasted all those years! The inside was a stark contrast to the exterior. While it looked aged and dilapidated outside, the interior was modern, clean, and comfortable. We ordered the Brisket, Beef Ribs, Sausage, Chipotle Sausage, and Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies. The Brisket was excellent. Each slice was everything one asks for: tenderness, juiciness, smokey, and flavorful. Brisket is my favorite BBQ meat and this is up there with the good stuff. Theres BBQ sauce included, but the meat stood fine on its own. The Beef Ribs were delicious and yummy. The meat wasnt fall of the bone, but was tender. Between the 2 sausages, I liked the Chipotle Sausage more. It was juicy and flavorful. We realized that Harlem Road Texas BBQ is all about flavor. All the meats that we tried had flavor and stood on its own without the reliance on sauce. We will make up for all those lost years by coming more frequently.

5 /5 Barrett James: This place is truly a hidden gem. Well, maybe not quite hidden to the locals, but for those outside of the area, it doesnt receive the accolades that more popular Texas bbq spot get. I mean, this is one of the best in all of Texas, and Ive had lots of the big names and small ones from the backwoods to the city. The meats are phenomenal here, perfectly smoked, not overly seasoned with a bunch of salt, just good ole fashioned low and slow smoky Q. The ribs needed no sauce, but the sauce is very good if thats your thing. I usually only go for the point on the brisket, but this place has mastered brisket because the flat was tender and juicy. The different take on coleslaw was such a nice touch, not just some cabbage drenched in ranch, but instead a nice array of vegetables in a lighter olive oil type dressing that was delicious and better than any bbq spot Ive ever had. The Mac and cheese with burnt ends was just yummy. Also, we tried the sausage, and it was another one knocked out of the park. The only drawback here, like all the great smoke houses, is they run outta meat! They are done by 4 from what Clem told me who gave us excellent service. We will be back amdakr sure we beat the crowds. They also do some specialty meats that they run outta early before lunch as those who have found this spot will snatch up pounds.