Spirit of Texas in Riverside is a must-visit for BBQ lovers. The meats are smoky, tender, and packed with flavor, while the sides are hearty and delicious. The portions are generous, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the service is friendly. Whether you’re craving brisket, ribs, or classic Texas sides, this place delivers!
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Angela Acosta
Aug 13, 2026
First time here! So good! We ordered for pick up to eat at home. It was better for us to order by the pound vs individual combo plates. We got the brisquette, pulled pork, pork belly burnt ends, mac'n'cheese, bbq beans and green beens with turkey.
This will definitely be in our families rotation!!! Good job guys!!!
Im blown away on the good reviews here. Worst bbq spot I've been too. Cant even get a stack of ribs our cornbread that ain't stale.
How this place is empty is probably a blessing to me because I've experienced terrible crowds at other places. That being said, with how good the food is here, I'm surprised they don't get more customers!
Came here for lunch and found this place to be an absolute gem for good barbecue in Riverside. I can honestly say all of the meats from the brisket and pulled pork to the burnt ends and beef ribs were absolutely tender as they can be.
The sides were so delicious (try the jalepeñno mac n' cheese!) they nearly put me to sleep on the spot.
I can't wait to eat here again when the hunger is right. The two ladies who worked that day were extremely friendly.
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Juana Lopez
Jul 13, 2026
Went to go try out a new place, never had authentic Texas BBQ and one of my friends from Texas recommended me this place. First and foremost, the atmosphere was great!! Right when I walked into the store I was greeted by the staff and it made me feel welcomed. The Staff were extremely helpful, Natalie was very nice and tentative and she was also patient which I am thankful for, I tend to be very picky. The gentlemen Arturo helped me with pick my sides, and he recommended me the potato’s which were very delicious!. . I tried the Picaña, the Dino rib, and the green beans with the pottage wedges. It was delicious! I will be coming back to this location!