The 38 Best Restaurants in Dallas | Eater Dallas

"The best barbecue that can be found in the Dallas city limits right now is from the Austin-based Terry Black’s, which sells Central Texas-style barbecue. Meats are sold by the pound with no plates or combos available, so the best way to keep an order budget-conscious is to go with a sandwich (chopped beef is the move). While the meats are expensive, they’re worth the investment. All of it, from the brisket to the turkey, comes from high-quality ranches. It is part of Austin’s craft barbecue movement, where smoked meats are lifted to the level of fine dining. Terry Black’s keeps the sides simple and traditional — pinto beans and baked potato salad being top-notch accompaniments. Save some room for the banana pudding. If you drive: This is one of the few spots in Deep Ellum with free parking for customers, so take advantage of it. It recently opened a second DFW location in Fort Worth." - Courtney E. Smith