BBQ on the Brazos — Restaurant in Cresson

My friends and I consider ourselves connoisseurs of Texas BBQ and any new restaurant immediately gets added to our lunch list. I have long heard the praises of BBQ on the Brazos since it was in Cresson and was disappointed it closed before I got to try it. When we heard the Ft. Worth location had opened they were moved to the top of the list.

We arrived at 11:30 Saturday morning and found a short line and a dining room about 25% filled. I noticed the menu had all of the standards and was not too bloated. Up by the register was a board displaying the daily specials and the Loaded Baked Potato caught my eye. I saw a few people ahead of me getting the potato and it looked too good not to get. A Loaded Baked Potato with brisket and an extra side of jalapeno sausage (I get it anywhere it's on the menu) was the plan. Before I reached the counter the Specials board was updated - no longer did it show the Loaded Baked Potato, in its place was Brisket Tacos. Oh, and I heard them telling another customer "we are out of the jalapeno sausage". WHAT!? At 11:30 in the morning, in an unbusy restaurant, you are ALREADY running out of items!? Not a good first impression and I was left scrambling to decide on a different entree before reaching the counter.

Not in the mood to drop $20 on the 3-meat plate, my usual order at most BBQ joints, I opted for the Shanghai Sandwich, chopped beef and smoked sausage. With an iced tea, the total came to a little over $14. Better be a big, filling sandwich for that price. Well, upon claiming my order I was again met with disappointment. The sandwich was not big at all. I don't typically sauce my bbq, reserving the sauce strictly for meat that needs help to make it more palatable, but since the sandwich came undressed I had no choice. Overall, the brisket and the sausage had good flavor but I had difficulty keeping the ingredients between the bread. As much meat went onto the tray as went into my mouth. My suggestion would be a different bread that could better contain the contents.

My dining companions, who had eaten at the Cresson location, said the food wasn't as good. They both had ordered sides and felt the flavor and quality were not up to what they had before. Everybody's portions seemed small for the price paid. The meat fell short of their expectations. Based upon past experience with the old location, we're chalking it up to the challenges of a new facility and new equipment. We plan to come back in 6 months hoping the bugs are worked out. Until then, considering the other options in the area, my money is still on Billy's Oak Acres BBQ...

The food and staff were amazing! It was the only home cooked meal I had on our time away from home. The staff were so friendly, lots of tables (even some outside upstairs if you want to sit out). It’s a simple restaurant seating, would be easy to have a party or large group upstairs (think it’s only stairs, not sure but also a washroom located up there). Some tables are on the main floor which would be wheel chair accessible.

It’s not fancy. It smells like 100% bbq the moment you walk in, which is amazing and how you tell it’s all fresh. Loved it.

I was skeptical since it’s behind the gas station but it’s amazing. Will go back.

The hours and prices are the reason for the 3 stars and not 5. It’s a bbq house yet only open till 2 pm and only on some days. This is the kind of meal I’d more want for a dinner but not an option I guess unless you planned ahead and did take out. I’d love to see evening hours. Will try to stop by next time we are in the area as it’s absolutely worth the trip in.

We got the 3 meat platter for one person and shared it between 2 of us as it was lunch time (the only time they are open). Our cost with a $5 tip ended up being $50.17 Canadian for 2 drinks and one meal. It was overpriced for what we...

My husband & I have eaten here on multiple occasions and continue to come back because the food is awesome. However, on our visit today, we were severely disappointed. We used the drive-thru and ordered 2 chopped brisket sandwiches, a 6 oz side of slaw & a 6 oz side of potato salad...for a grand total of $21.06. We thought it seemed a little steep considering the sign said $7 per sandwich & $1.50 per side. We calculated everything and realized it should have been $18.40 with taxes. My husband took the food & receipt inside to question this confusion. Apparently the sandwiches inside are $7.25 each and the sides $2.50 each. My husband calmly explained that the prices on the menu outside were different & that he didn't think it was fair to pay extra. The lady was very rude & quickly said there was no way he would be reimbursed the difference. So he proceeded to ask for all of our money back. She once again was extremely rude & said, "Well give me back the food". He gave her the food & was given the money back. Zero customer service. We will not be back despite living only 5 minutes away & the food being delicious. Ultimately the few bucks wouldn't have kept us away, but the way they treat customers is...