"Maple Block has earned plenty of press over the years, including praise from the vaunted Texas Monthly magazine. The original location opened in 2015, with a second outpost in Grand Central Market in 2023. Maple Block’s pitmaster Rudy Suazo continues to turn out excellent brisket, tender ribs, loaded brisket fries, and soft pretzels, plus craft beer and wine. Now a staple in the Culver community, the restaurant also offers its brisket, other meats, and sides for carryout dinners for holidays or family-style meals." - Matthew Kang