Barbecue Inn – American
Stepping into this timeless haunt feels like a nostalgic journey where the air is thick with the sweet perfume of hickory smoke and the irresistible aroma of golden-fried classics. Generous platters showcase a masterclass in Texas comfort, from the tender, slow-smoked brisket and glazed St. Louis ribs to the crisp snap of their legendary onion rings and chilled, zesty shrimp cocktails. It is a soulful destination where every bite celebrates the enduring heritage of slow-cooked barbecue and coastal-inspired starters in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
116 West Crosstimbers Street, Houston TX https://thebarbecueinn.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegetarian, vegan, low-sodium, pescatarian, low-fat, whole30, paleo, plant-based, heart-healthy, gerd, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, aip, tlc, renal, volumetrics, zone, carnivore, lectin-free, slow-carb, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and attentive service, guests rave about the excellent food quality that makes it a perfect choice for special occasions. Standout dishes include the delicious, well-prepared sandwiches that reviewers highlight for their exceptional flavor and careful preparation. Diners consistently praise the efficient staff and the warm environment, noting that the overall experience makes them eager to return for another visit.
Menu
Appetizers
- Regular Shrimp Cocktail - $8.85 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Shrimp Cocktail - $14.25 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $7.1 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Bites (Small Order - 3) - $6.1 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Bites (Large Order - 6) - $11.45 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Ribs Appetizer - $9.85 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Barbecue Dinners
Served with Sauce, Pickles, Onions, Baked Beans and Potato Salad. One Substitution Only: Baked Potato or Salad add $3.00 (with Bacon Bits $0.95)
- Beef Brisket Dinner - $19.25: Served with Sauce, Pickles, Onions, Baked Beans and Potato Salad
- Texas Pulled Pork Dinner - $18.5: Served with Sauce, Pickles, Onions, Baked Beans and Potato Salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- St. Louis Style Ribs Dinner - $19.1: Served with Sauce, Pickles, Onions, Baked Beans and Potato Salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- One-Half Chicken Dinner - $17.1: Served with Sauce, Pickles, Onions, Baked Beans and Potato Salad
Barbecue Plates
- Beef Brisket Plate - $16.25: Served with Sauce, Pickles and Onions Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Texas Pulled Pork Plate - $15.5: Served with Sauce, Pickles and Onions Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free
- St. Louis Style Ribs Plate - $16.1: Served with Sauce, Pickles and Onions Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free
- One-Half Chicken Plate - $14.1: Served with Sauce, Pickles and Onions
Main Courses
- Southern Fried Chicken - $18.5: Choice of two sides Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken All Dark - $18.25: Choice of two sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken All White - $19.25: Choice of two sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Wings (5) - $17.5: With Wing Sauce, choice of two sides Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Child's Fried Chicken Order - $13.25: 2 Drumsticks, choice of two sides Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Steak - $20.25: Cream Gravy, choice of two sides Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Chicken Breast - $20.25: Cream Gravy, choice of two sides Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast - $20.25: Choice of two sides Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Catfish Fillets - $20.25: Choice of two sides Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon (8 oz) - $49.95: Certified Angus Beef, Salad and Baked Potato Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Choice Rib Eye (12 oz) - $47.5: Certified Angus Beef, Salad and Baked Potato Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Fried Shrimp (Medium) - $18.95: Served with Salad and French Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp (Regular) - $22.95: Served with Salad and French Fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oysters - $24.75: Served with Salad and French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Crab - $19.75: Served with Salad and French Fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Stuffed Crab - $24.75: Served with Salad and French Fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cold Boiled Shrimp (12) - $20.25: Cocktail Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Platter - $33.5: Shrimp, Oysters, Catfish, Stuffed Crab, Served with Salad and French Fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish Fillets - $19.95: Golden Brown, Served with Salad and French Fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Lettuce & Tomato Salad - $6.35 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef’s Salad - $13.5: Choice of Ham or Barbecue Beef Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $15.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Salad - $15.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
Sandwiches
- Sliced Beef Sandwich - $9.95
- Chopped Beef Sandwich - $9.95
- Barbecue Pork Sandwich - $9.55
- Hamburger - $9.55 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Cheeseburger - $9.75 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich - $10.45
- Fried Catfish Sandwich - $10.45 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Chicken Fried Chicken Breast Sandwich - $11.25
- Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich - $11.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Stuffed Potatoes
- Stuffed Baked Potato - $6.1 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Stuffed Baked Potato with Bacon Bits - $6.95
- Stuffed Baked Potato with Chopped Beef or Texas Pulled Pork - $10.65
Sides
- Small Fries - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Large Fries - $4.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Baked Beans - $3.25 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Cream Gravy - $2.95
- Chopped Tomatoes - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Mashed Potatoes - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Green Beans - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Potato Salad - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Cole Slaw - $3.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Wing Sauce - $1.45
- Remoulade Sauce - $1.45
Barbecue to Go
- Beef Brisket (per lb) - $25.5: Sauce Included Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Texas Pulled Pork (per lb) - $23.95: Sauce Included Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free
- St. Louis Style Ribs (per lb) - $22.75: Sauce Included Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Potato Salad (Pint) - $6.65 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Baked Beans (Pint) - $6.65
- Cole Slaw (Pint) - $6.65 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
Desserts
- Coconut Pie - $5.1 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Chocolate Pie - $5.1 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Cheese Cake - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Coffee - $3.15
- Iced Tea - $3.15
- Soft Drinks - $3.15
- Milk - $3.35
- Beer - $5.35
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbecue Inn
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates diverse needs with high-protein, keto, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options like shrimp cocktails, pulled pork, and fries.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the southern fried chicken, slow-smoked brisket, St. Louis ribs, legendary onion rings, and well-prepared sandwiches.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Barbecue Inn by visiting their official website at https://thebarbecueinn.com/ for more information.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a welcoming, warm environment and nostalgic atmosphere celebrated for its attentive service and suitability for special occasions.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided information for Barbecue Inn does not specify the exact number of reviews received for the restaurant.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a 4.0/5 rating and budget-friendly ($) pricing, guests find excellent value in the high-quality food and attentive service.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The Barbecue Inn is located at 1201 West Crosstimbers Street, Houston, Texas 77018, according to the official restaurant website.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Barbecue Inn.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and exceptional food quality, specifically highlighting the delicious, well-prepared sandwiches.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include large fries and chopped tomatoes, while keto, gluten-free, and low-carb choices feature shrimp cocktails and chopped tomatoes.
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