Pecan Lodge

""Some of the best smoked meat around" turns up at this stop in the Downtown Dallas Farmers Market featuring moist brisket (often made from Wagyu beef) alongside homemade sausage." Full review

"They smoke their pork, ribs and brisket slow and long in a custom smoker they've nicknamed "Lurlene" so that the meats come out tender and extra-smoky." Full review

"Pecan Lodge’s pride and joy is the brisket, smoked for 18 hours, carved just before serving." Full review

"This family owned, indoor and outdoor BBQ and Southern food heaven on Main Street and Pryor Street in the Deep Ellum district of Dallas is almost too delicious to believe." Full review

"We usually do a two meat plate - can’t go wrong with brisket and pork ribs. If you are wearing your elastic pants, then go for a beef rib too - what the heck! " Full review

"What started as a small catering company with just one smoker has grown into a massively popular barbecue restaurant, where people have been known to wait for hours just for a rib or burnt end." Full review

"When the renowned barbecue vendor moved from a stand at the Dallas Farmers Market to its own Deep Ellum storefront, the crowds followed." Full review

"This iconic barbecue joint started life as a simple stall at the Dallas Farmers' Market that was known for its insanely long lines; and in its shiny digs in Deep Ellum, it still holds true." Full review

"You'll likely wait an hour—minimum—to try the 'cue at Pecan Lodge, which is only open for lunch and only until the meat runs out." Full review

"The pit-smoked food at this restaurant in hip Deep Ellum is absolutely out of this world...the handmade jalapeño sausages and beef brisket with southwestern seasoning are particularly excellent" Full review