AJ’s Tex-Mex & BBQ — Restaurant in Elsberry

We have ordered their amazing tamales to take home an freeze for holidays or events. But this was the first time we dined in. We had the shrimp tacos, mushroom taco and a brisket taco with the sides of pinto beans and macaroni and cheese. They were nearly out of pinto beans(which the little serving container was nearly full still) but they said since it wasn’t a full order, they gave us the baked beans for free. The baked beans were some of the best I’d ever eaten!!! The food wasn’t very hot, I’m sure it was because they were nearly closing and they keep some of the sides in roasting appliances, which likely get turned off a bit before closing. Understandable. Anyway, these tacos are the kind you crave! I wanted more even two hours later, and the next day! We will...

I ate there three days in a row while buck hunting. I had the 3 meat sandwich w/ a side of green beans, a Texas tater with brisket, and the nachos with portobello mushroom fajitas. The 3 meat sandwich was great! Of the 3 meats (brisket, pulled pork, jalapeño-cheese sausage) the sausage was the standout. The Texas tater was soft and buttery before all the fixin's were puled on top so it was both delicious and plentiful. Even as a self avowed mushroom lover, I had reservations about whether or not mushrooms belong on nachos... they most certainly do. Great family place. AJ was present and quite personable. They smoke over mesquite and pecan wood. ...

Menu needs to have more variety. They do not offer a kids menu. The nachos are okay, think concession stand, so not really worth the price. I expected the cheese to be better instead of a bland canned cheese anyone can purchase. The meat however had good flavor. It was very clean but everyone should have a hair net on up front where the food is being prepared. I think this can be a great place but needs a little work and a few things...