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Welcome to The Pit Room

The Pit Room in Houston, TX is a Southern Barbeque spot that offers a unique cafeteria-style ordering experience. Known for their perfectly rubbed and moist ribs, gooey mac and cheese, and flavorful brisket, this restaurant has garnered high praise from BBQ enthusiasts. Their beef ribs, beef sausage, and sides like Elote and potato salad are also crowd favorites. The cozy ambiance, friendly service, and extensive outdoor seating add to the overall experience. Visitors rave about the authentic Texas BBQ vibes and the variety of meat selections available. If you're in the area, be sure to stop by and indulge in some top-notch Texas BBQ at The Pit Room!

The Pit Room: Reviews & Ratings

Michael T.
Michael T.

Texas just ruining BBQ for us west coast folks. Cafeteria style ordering which seems to be common at a lot of BBQ spots. I like that they have a separate bar area to watch sporting events. Despite not your typical sit down restaurant the service here was great. My favorite here is probably their ribs and Mac and cheese.The ribs were perfectly rubbed and moist. Mac and cheese was so gooey and not dry like most places. The baked beans was a bit different and was not expecting it on the spicy side. I kinda wished it was sweeter. I can't wait to come back and I'll be dreaming of this spot until we come back.

Sang L.
Sang L.

Great Brisket! Open on Mondays. Great ambiance and good ribs and sausages. We did a la carte sample and filled us up.

Shaquille J.
Shaquille J.

Man. Texas bbq just can't be beat. This was the first official Texas bbq spot I came to on my journey to find the best bbq. I'll be honest too. It set a pretty high bar. The meat had such a beautiful dark on it while being so damn juicy and flavorful on the inside. Every bite just sunk me into a deeper level of bliss lol. I didn't want the mean to end. Make sure you try their southern string beans. Probably the beat string beans I've ever had in my life so far. The service was the best it could be. It was a very long line. However, by the time I got to the front of it I got my food pretty quickly. Come check this place out and change your life lol.

Tony B.
Tony B.

Best barbecue I ever had. Great selection of meats and the vegetables are amazing. Worth any wait.

Jack T.
Jack T.

What's up HOU. First full day here at uni. Houston camp and heard we HAD to get some bbq to eat. This ended up being the closest place to campus that also had good eats. We arrived around 6:15 on a Monday and saw there was a relatively big line (it moves quick) The place was packed and the parking lot is pretty small so ubering there is def an option and be ready to wait in line. FOOD: Now, I ordered the two meat dinner that came with two sides. I decided to go with brisket and jalapeño cheddar sausage. I went with Elote and mac n cheese as my sides. I also had a drink and got their homemade lemonade. The brisket was fantastic. Like, "wow bbq in houston is actually really good" kind of good. It's light, it's juicy, it falls apart. It's awesome 4.5/5 The sausage was solid too. I love a spicy and cheesy dish always , but i wasn't in love. 3.5/5 Mac n cheese was very bland, honestly disappointed 2/5 Elote was solid but not mind blowing 3/5 Lemonade. Amazing. Perfect. Fantastic 5/5 All the pickled veggies 5/5 love. Overall.... Bbq was great but.... I don't love bbq! Maybe that's my issue, it was good and I'm glad I went but wasn't blown away. ?? Sue me but I'm not just the biggest bbq guy. 3.75/5 overall

Adam B.
Adam B.

Phenomenal Texas brisket and really good BBQ sauce. We arrived on a Wednesday evening and while there was a line, it moved smoothly enough. I chose the two meat platter. Went for the two meat platter and was kinda bummed they were out of the beef ribs, but as the saying goes, God created Arrakis to train the faithful. The brisket rocked, really wish I had more of it. I asked for double brisket but that was not allowed sadly. The beef sausage was good though. The corn was also good. Potato salad was great and I really liked the onions and peppers bar. Overall price was good too. I liked this place. Authentic Texas BBQ vibes and food. Will definitely come again next time in the area. Do attend pardner.

John Q.
John Q.

I have had the Pit Room on my list of places to try for a while and I'm glad I was finally able to check them out. I ordered 3 meat dinner with an extra side of Jalepeno sausage. Overall, everything was excellent. Below is my ranking: Order: Brisket & Pulled Pork tied for first. The brisket and an EXCELLENT bark on it. So much flavor and extreme pull apart tenderness. The pulled pork was insanely flavorful. It had a hint of sweetness to it and was just melt in your mouth delicious. Pork Ribs I only got one rib with the 3 meat dish but it was large. Excellent flavor, and great bite, very very good. Jalepeno Sausage I love sausage and just because this came in third doesn't mean it wasn't good, because it was quite good and had a very good smoke flavor to it. I just happened to like the other meats a little more. The dish came with 2 sides and I chose the Mac & Cheese and Elote, both of which I thought were good, not great. The inside was small with a couple of places to sit, but they have a massive outdoor patio which is where I'd recommend you sit as you get to sit outside and enjoy the sun and smell all of the amazing meats cooking away. All in all, if you're in the area I would highly recommend stopping by The Pit Room and trying some great Texas BBQ.

Jennifer G.
Jennifer G.

One of my favorite BBQ sauces ever...Coffee Bourbon Sauce!! Very good Loaded Frito pie and Tacos. My chopped beef for the pie was excellent. Sides pretty tasty. Elote salad a 3, potato salad 4. Inside was chaos as the door was held open by others letting heat and bugs in. Long line off people standing over you while eating wasn't great. Maybe a sign or an attendant would help... Customers know your BBQ etiquette please!

Jennifer H.
Jennifer H.

4.5/5 stars Came here on a Saturday around 6:30 pm. They do have a small parking lot, but we did street parking. The line looked short, but it moved slowly, so it took around 35-40 minutes to get our food. You order/receive the food at the counter, then you seat yourself. There's plenty of seating inside and outside. My bf and I got the 1 lb beef rib, 0.5 lb brisket, 0.5 lb pulled pork, 1 sausage, and 3 single sides (Mac and cheese, potato salad, and coleslaw). This was wayyy more than enough for 2 people! We also got a slice of bread, which they didn't charge for. I have to say the beef rib and the mac and cheese blew my mind!!! These were my faves from the meal. The beef rib was incredibly tender, fatty, and juicy. The mac and cheese was perfectly smooth, gooey, and cheesy. The pulled pork was tender and juicy. We asked for moist brisket, so we got some very tender/fatty pieces. Some of the leaner brisket pieces were drier, but some were tender. The sausage was solid. Overall, I thought this place was worth the wait!

Location

  • The Pit Room
    1201 Richmond Ave Houston, TX 77006 Hotline: (281) 888-1929

Located in Houston, Texas, The Pit Room is a Southern Barbeque gem that has been delighting customers with its mouth-watering dishes. This casual dining spot offers a variety of options, including delivery, takeout, and reservations, making it a convenient choice for all BBQ enthusiasts. With limited vegetarian options and a focus on meat lovers, The Pit Room stands out for its delectable offerings.

One standout feature of The Pit Room is its welcoming atmosphere, with outdoor seating and a separate bar area where guests can catch their favorite sporting events. The restaurant prides itself on providing excellent service, even in a cafeteria-style ordering setting.

The menu at The Pit Room is filled with rave-worthy dishes, as attested by satisfied customers. From perfectly rubbed and moist ribs to gooey and flavorful mac and cheese, each bite is a savory delight. The spicy baked beans add a unique twist to the traditional BBQ sides, while the southern string beans have been hailed as the best ever by some patrons. The brisket is a definite crowd-pleaser, earning high marks for its tenderness and juicy flavor.

In addition to the scrumptious meats, The Pit Room also offers a selection of sides like elote, potato salad, and coleslaw, all complementing the main dishes perfectly. The homemade lemonade receives glowing reviews for its refreshing taste, adding a delightful touch to any meal.

Overall, The Pit Room is a must-visit for BBQ lovers seeking an authentic Texas dining experience. Whether you're craving brisket, ribs, or sausage, this establishment is sure to impress with its flavorful offerings and friendly ambiance. So next time you're in Houston, make sure to swing by The Pit Room for a memorable BBQ experience.