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Pappas Bar-B-Q

4.1
(3191 reviews)

Business Details

8560 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX
77017, United States
(713) 947-9927
https://pappasbbq.com

About

Barbecue Restaurant
Pappas Bar-B-Q offers high quality meats, spice rubbed and slow-smoked in a secret wood blend. Our barbecue is served fresh from the pits all day. Everything is homemade - from the pecan pie, chunky potato salad and crispy slaw to the savory sauces and bold ranch beans. Even the salads are fresh cut daily!

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsNot available
  • Requires reservationsNot available

Location

Pappas Bar-B-Q
8560 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX
77017, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
3,191 reviews
5 stars
1,807
4 stars
698
3 stars
285
2 stars
135
1 star
266

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Customers frequently reported long wait times, incorrect orders, and poor communication from staff.

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality; while some praised the brisket and ribs, others complained about undercooked chicken and bland flavors.

Portion Sizes

Several customers noted that portion sizes were inconsistent, with some feeling shortchanged on meat in their orders.

Positive Experiences

Despite the negatives, many customers enjoyed the flavors of the BBQ and appreciated the friendly service from certain staff members.
  • IC
    Ivy Chatman
    4 days ago
    1.0
    I recently spent $45 on two plates at Pappas Bar-B-Q and left extremely disappointed. At over $22 per plate, I expected generous portions and quality that matched the price. Instead, the portions were surprisingly small and definitely not worth what I paid. To make matters worse, I’ve been waiting on a gift card that I was told would be sent, and I still haven’t received it. Between the high prices, small portions, and lack of follow-through on the gift card, this experience has been frustrating from start to finish. For a place with such a well-known name, I expected much better value and customer service. Unfortunately, this visit did not live up to the reputation.
  • FA
    freddy alcantar
    5 days ago
    1.0
    So I ordered two chicken baked potatoes my total was gonna be 24 something I get to the window and the lady says they only have for One potato so I said OK I’ll take the one then she tells me to park on the other side after waiting for like 35 minutes. I have to wait an extra 10 minutes so I finally get my food and I open it and there’s no barbecue sauce and the chicken looks nasty like I got the leftovers bottom of the tank very disappointed with this papa‘s location
  • JT
    J.R. Templin
    Feb 14, 2026
    2.0
    Made a order yesterday online to be picked up at 11am, I arrived early at one of the curbside pickup spots and texted the number back with the pickup spot number and waited. From 10:55 to 11:20 no one came to bring our order, so began to call and the line was busy. After multiple calls I finally had Christina answer about 11:23 and she apologized for the wait and explained she would bring out my order personally. I waited until 11:30 still no came out so I went inside and had to wait more then when finally helped I noticed my order was already ready under neath the counter which seemed odd to be under the counter instead of on top of a counter, and when arrived home of course the food was slightly warm it needed re heating. Whats the point in having a curbside pickup if no one comes to bring your order and you have to go inside yourself. Pappas has changed there food over the yrs from the sauces to the rice to the macaroni and it's just not the same as it use to be at least the meat and a few sides are still decent enough to still want to come back but maybe to another location.
  • DK
    d kondora
    Feb 10, 2026
    5.0
    Texas BBQ restaurant in Houston is a favorite place to eat. All your favorite BBQ dishes are served here. The condiments bar includes your sauce choices and other sides to include pepper choices. The decorations on the walls display photos of the historical cattle ranching era. Big Plus regarding this location is it is a favorite place to eat for Houston Police Officers. Review completed 2/10/26.
  • NN
    Naomi
    Feb 7, 2026
    5.0
    I stumbled upon this place while driving back from work, and wow—what a great find! I’m not from Houston, but I’m sure glad I stopped in. The ribs were incredible—tender, smoky, and so flavorful they didn’t even need sauce. The potato salad was easily one of the best I’ve ever had, perfectly creamy and seasoned. The coleslaw hit that perfect balance of sweet and tangy. And to top it all off, the pecan pie was hands down the best I’ve ever tasted.

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