Terry Blacks Barbecue Waco - Waco (TX)

4 /5 Sabrina Saldivar: It was cool to walk into the restaurant area and see all the bbq smokers. The food overall was good, not great but good. We ordered brisket, turkey, sausage and Mexican rice and beans as sides. The rice and beans were a little too salty for me but my husband liked them. The sausage and brisket were great, the turkey was a little too dry for my liking. Bbq sauces were good.

5 /5 Marc Nismo Pickering: Amazing true Texas BBQ. Super friendly staff, to die for food. Brisket is pricey ($34/lb), but the best around. Awesome merch too (shirts, hats, aprons, etc). Ate here two nights in a row.

5 /5 Christine Kehr: Terry Black’s BBQ is located in five Texas cities; Dallas, Austin, Lockhart, Fort Worth, and Waco. We visited the Waco restaurant. The brisket and sausage were very good, and so were the sides. I’ve been to my share of BBQ restaurants but have never seen so many smokers. The restaurant is casual. You stand in line, order your sides and grab a drink, then order your meat. I was surprised to see a Sam Adam’s beer, much less a non-alcoholic beer. Terry Black’s is a really good spot for some really good Texas BBQ. My only complaint is the price. The smallest side was $5. Brisket was $35/pound. Pretty steep. But if you are a BBQ aficionado, I highly recommend Terry Black’s.

5 /5 Greg Obar: Terry Black’s in Waco absolutely lives up to the hype. We ordered pretty much the full lineup — brisket, pork ribs, beef ribs, sausage, and one of each side — and everything was packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. The service made the experience even better; we were welcomed right at the door and guided through the ordering process like VIPs. The atmosphere leans touristy but in an upscale, polished way — a great mix of BBQ joint meets destination spot. Pricing felt fair for the quality, but a friendly warning: it’s very easy to over-order when everything looks that good (ask me how I know). Parking fills up quickly, so go early if you can. Plenty of seating inside or in the covered outdoor area. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommended for BBQ lovers, travelers, families, or anyone who appreciates smoked meat done right.