Pappas Bar-B-Q
Among the few downtown barbecue joints, this is one of downtown dwellers' favorites.
(866) 974-5393
1217 Pierce St
(at San Jacinto Street)
Houston,
TX
77002
29.748351
-95.368955
Neighborhoods: Central, Downtown
Hours:
Mon-Sat 10am-10pm
Sun 11am-9pm
Price:
$$
Last updated 7.01.09
What People Are Saying About Pappas Bar-B-Q
The Owner
Pappas Bar-B-Q
Owner
Pappas Bar-B-Q, with a lively atmosphere, authentic Texas decor and true Western hospitality, has been a Houston and Dallas favorite for slow-smoked, pit barbecue with all the trimmings for over 30 years.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene
A mainstay of the Houston barbecue circuit since 1967, this chain (formerly known as the Brisket House) faithfully follows the big portion/small price formula shared by other members of the Pappas restaurant empire. It's a winning strategy with many Houston diners, judging by the line that extends outside the door of this downtown location during the typical lunch hour.
The Food
Menu-wise there are the usual suspects: beef, pork, ham, sausage, ribs, turkey and chicken. Mass-produced barbecue to be sure, but some of the damage can be limited by having the gooey sweet sauce served off to one side. Vegetable side dishes show slightly more promise, with spicy rice and yams taking their place alongside the unremarkable ranch-style beans, coleslaw and potato salad. Just about everyone will be impressed by the baked potatoes that are roughly the same size as a small electric toaster. Fully loaded, these behemoths come with many amenities including what appears to be an ice cream scoop of butter.
User Reviews
SaraBird7
February 13, 2009
My boyfriend and I ate at this disgusting resaurant almost a year ago in the humble area. It was the worst, greasiest, tasteless food I had ever eatten. It was so bad that we had our money refunded and left after only a few bites. ugh gross! My "forgive and forget" boyfriend decided he would try a different location last night before heading to class. I 100% advised against it but he said he was craving Bar-B-Q and it was close to school. Well... he came home last night looking very pale with cold sweats to go along with his sickly look. Come midnight he was throwing up among other things all through the night and into this early afternoon. So thank you Pappas Bar-B-Q for making my boyfriend deathly ill with your contaminated food the night before Valentines Day!!!!
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cgonzales54
December 16, 2008
I work in downtown and me and several of my coworkers ordered from here for the first time. I called in the order and gave them about 10 minutes before I left, so I got there about 20 minutes after I phoned in the order. They said it wasn't done, so I sat down. I ended up waiting for over 40 minutes before my order was ready. Then when I said I wanted to pay for everything seperately, the cashier looked at me like I was requesting something odd. I finally left this place and about half a block down, I realized that there was no sauce in the bag, so I have to turn around and request some sauce. What kind of bbq place gives you bbq but no sauce? The sliced beef was very dry and VERY salty. I've never had meat so salty. The sauce was fair, but I expected better for what I payed. Will not go back.
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February 14, 2008
Part of the Pappas group of places, Great bbq and moderate to high on pricing. The sliced Brisket and Ribs are the best on the menu. Save room from plenty of delicious sides...Got try it, Its great..
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Category:
Barbecue Restaurants, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
Message from Pappas Bar-B-Q
- Ribs, Chicken and Beef
- Groups & Catering Available
Pappas Bar-B-Q, with a lively atmosphere, authentic Texas decor and true Western hospitality, has been a Houston and Dallas favorite for slow-smoked, pit barbecue with all the trimmings for over 30 years.
