Texas Passions - Houston road trip. Season 2, episode 2
A review of the barbecue served at The Brisket House in Houston, Texas.
My wife and I attended a wedding in the greater Houston area. We had lived in Houston in the late 1970’s and had eaten at The Brisket House back in the day. We liked their food then, so we thought we’d give them a try this trip. We didn’t find out until later that The Brisket House then is not the same as The Brisket House now that first opened in 2010. No worries. . .
A review of the barbecue served at The Brisket House in Houston, Texas.
My wife and I attended a wedding in the greater Houston area. We had lived in Houston in the late 1970’s and had eaten at The Brisket House back in the day. We liked their food then, so we thought we’d give them a try this trip. We didn’t find out until later that The Brisket House then is not the same as The Brisket House now that first opened in 2010. No worries. . .
There are three editions of The Brisket House in
Houston. The one located at 3301 Cypress
Creek Parkway (FM 1960 west) opened in April 2016. It was fairly nearby where we were staying
and it only took us 30 minutes to drive there in Saturday morning traffic. Keep in mind, I’m talking about Houston and
“nearby” is a relative term.
I ordered my usual half pound of moist brisket and a
couple of pork ribs which were served on butcher paper. I scooped up a helping of sliced onions and
pickles and a cup of their sauce from a side table. The brisket was tender to the touch, had a
succulent dark outer bark, and a rich smoky flavor. The ribs were short, but loaded with tender
meat that easily pulled from the bone.
Their sauce was a typical tomato based red sauce with a touch of peppery
spice. It didn’t add much to the meat,
but then again, the meat tasted great without it.
My wife ordered the two meat plate – brisket and turkey – with beans and fried okra on the side. She liked the brisket and enjoyed the sides. The turkey was tender and smoky, but we brought the bulk of it home to enjoy later.
We really enjoyed our lunch at The Brisket House. They have a large dining area inside and
places to eat outside as well. The staff
was very friendly and I had fun chatting with them. Their meats are slow smoked over a combination
of pecan and oak woods. They had a
slightly sweeter taste than what I am used to eating in central Texas, but it
all went down real good. If you’re in
the Houston area, keep The Brisket House in mind for good barbecue.
I rate this barbecue: two Hook ‘Ems!
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