Brett's BBQ Shop

Came in one evening for some BBQ chicken… they were out of BBQ chicken. Dang it. Everything we had was still good. Brisket was great, sausage had great flavor but an oddly gritty texture, and the real highlight for me was their cilantro slaw. So dang good. Also the jalapeños didn’t feel like some regular-degular canned ones. They had cumin and other spices in the brine, and that was a nice touch. There’s also a bar section that seemed to be pretty popular, and most of the folks there didn’t seem to be eating, so the vibe felt kinda mixed between a bar and a BBQ spot. Despite not having what we came for, it was pretty good. I’d try it again and order a 5 gal bucket of that slaw.

Brett’s Bbq shop was a mixed Experience at a Recognized BBQ joint. We visited a Texas Monthly Top 100 BBQ award winner, a spot that previously held a Top 50 ranking. The restaurant itself was quite inviting, with a clean and well-maintained indoor seating area and a convenient beer and cocktail bar right next door. The lean brisket had a solid salt and pepper bark with good flavor, but I found the meat itself to be a little chewy. The ribs were a bit inconsistent; some parts were flavorful, while others were a bit mushy and salty. The texture was uneven throughout. The sausage was a house-made, peppery link with a tight casing. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't my favorite offering. On a more positive note, the sides were a definite highlight. The corn casserole was very good, with a nice balance between the corn and the breading. The cilantro coleslaw was a refreshing change, a light vinegar slaw with a great cilantro spice. It was packed with fresh carrots, red peppers, and onions, making it a delicious and flavorful side. Overall, while there were some inconsistencies with the meat, the inviting atmosphere and excellent sides made for a decent experience.

I’m currently on a quest to find the best BBQ in the Houston and Katy area, & Brett’s BBQ unfortunately falls short. While the staff and service were amazing, the meat was served lukewarm and took away from the experience. Food wise, I found the stars of the show to be the sides! I ordered the Texas Trinity (pictured), which came with brisket, pork ribs, house made beef sausage and two sides. I paired it with pinto beans and mac & cheese. While the sides were some of the best I’ve eaten at a BBQ establishment, the meal was nothing special. I prefer a fall off the bone moment and the ribs just didn’t hit that mark. And while the sausage was well seasoned, I found the brisket to be okay and very fatty. Overall, I honestly wasn’t impressed and unfortunately won’t be back. TIP: When they call your order from the counter, you have the option to ask for bread, pickles and jalapeños so don’t miss out on that!

I tried this BBQ spot and overall had a good experience. We ordered the brisket, flash-fried burnt ends, and mac and cheese. The brisket was solid — the bark had a great flavor, but the meat itself felt like it was missing a little something. Not bad at all, just not as memorable as I was hoping. The mac and cheese was decent as well; nothing wrong with it, but nothing that stood out either. The star of the meal, though, was the flash-fried burnt ends. I’d go back just for those alone — they were outstanding in that salsa that they put on them. The staff really added to the experience. They were exceptional, kind, and genuinely friendly, which made the visit even better. The restaurant itself was very clean, with a pleasing southern-inspired aesthetic. The only small note is that the lighting felt more like a fine dining setting, when I personally would have preferred the warm, homey brightness that fits a BBQ joint. Overall, a solid BBQ spot with excellent service and atmosphere.

So we had been hearing so much about this place we decided to stop in and try it. We ordered the 2 meat platter with smoked turkey breast and pulled pork. We also ordered the brisket enchiladas. For sides we ordered the mac and cheese and the sweet corn casserole. The smoked turkey was dry and the flavor was okay. The pulled pork was bland and marginal at best. The brisket enchiladas were fantastic and definitely worth trying. The mac and cheese was decent. The sweet corn casserole was delicious and one of the better sweet corn dishes we've had. They did not serve any of the usual side fixings like pickles, onions, or jalapenos which was very disappointing. The sweet tea was not very sweet either. Finally the interior decor was a bit spartan. There are only windows on one side of the restaurant so you feel like you're eating inside a tomb. The seating is awkward at best. With that said, I would not recommend Brett's. If you're in the Katy area there are many other better options.

I was not impressed when we tried this new location for the first time. The old location at Mason Rd. had better food. We had the Texas Trinity - brisket, ribs, sausage, and two sides - pinto beans and coleslaw. The BBQ tasted good but nothing spectacular that one would expect from the hypes and recommendations that Brett's received. They didn't have the bar open the day we went last week. Like many other BBQ joints, they should have cold beers for customers to choose from while waiting in line to order.

It’s small but they have a nice Texas Bar B Que atmosphere. The brisket is exceptional, the ribs are some of the best in Katy and I like the spice in the sausage. I had Mac n cheese as well as potato salad and they were both excellent! The new location is a huge improvement over the Mason Road location, but the food continues to be top notch!

I've been to Brett's many times. I've tried numerous dishes, and they're always wonderful. The staff is always friendly. The service is always great. Today, specifically, I went for the Houston Restaurant Week menu. Figured I'd support a great local BBQ joint and a great cause at the same time. From the lunch HRW menu I chose the brisket burnt ends as my appetizer and brisket enchiladas as my main course. Both dishes were perfectly prepared and very tasty. Looking forward to my next visit.

Our annual barbecue safari took us to 12 different barbecue joints in the Houston area in four days. Brett's was the best--so good that we had to come back and eat here again before catching our flight home. At each joint, we only order meat--brisket (moist), ribs (pork and beef), and sausage. All of the meats we tried at Brett's, along with the hamburger, which Brett recommended, were excellent. The staff, starting with Brett, is very friendly.

The bbq was average. The brisket was a little dry. The sausage was good not great. I did get to try the turkey that my friend got and it was awesome, very flavorful and tender. The service was friendly and fast. The restaurant inside was very nice and had games you could play while you wait.

The restaurant came with high praise. It was a very nice looking BBQ place, we visited last Saturday about 4pm. I ordered the Texas Trinity to try all the meats. My wife got a baked potato. The sausage was very nice and only second to the brisket. Very tasty. I like not having to ask for a marbled or lean cut of brisket. You get a whole slice of actual brisket that has both. However, the rest was disappointing. When I saw the amount of ribs on the tray I was surprised and ready to dig in. But the ribs were so over done they were dry and black on top. What came to mind was Bucee's beef jerky on appearance. It was not jerky but the dry black pepper look and smell was not enjoyable. It wasn't burnt. Even covered in BBQ sauce it was too dry and picking meat off the bone to eat is never good sign for a rib. I think it just sat in a warmer or smoker too long. Lastly the sides. The potato salad was dry, very large chunks of potatoes. No real flavor stood out. The corn pudding must be an acquired taste. It was okay but not for me. My wife had a baked potato with sausage on the side and it was very good. Not sure we would go back.

This place is really yummy! The brisket is moist and flavorful, falls apart when you bite it! The slaw is tasty, and the mac is so yummy, but the cornbread pudding is truly something special! Next time Im trying the enchilada plate, I heard their Mexican plates are very good!

This has to be some of the tastiest bbq I have ever had in my life. The people are friendly and the environment is chill. I loved the set up and the food is even better than i expected. My first trip there but not my last.

West-Houston, Katy, Fulshear / Richmond area folks, GO and support this local business!! I never visited them before when they were in a small space off of Mason Rd. This new place (behind Katy Mills Mall) has not been busy the two times we went. Been twice. Brisket was great. The sides were great. The portion sizes were large. BBQ always feels too expensive, however, I was content with all we got for the price paid. At least two meals worth with the leftovers we took home.

Visited the area for a work trip and although not the next Texas BBQ I've ever had it gave me the fix + "when in rome"! Went off the menu and ordered the special which was a brisket burger. It had caramelized onions on it, lettuce, cheese, and their version of a Big Mac sauce. Was with a big group so we ordered an assortment of sides. The Mac and cheese is thick and delicious but the beans were fire! Everyone else at the table seemed to enjoy their food as well. As we say there , we're glad we arrived when we did because the menu ran out fast. Order beer/drinks separate from the bar, I got the margarita which is claimed the best in Katy and it was pretty good- I'll give them that! If you're looking for BBQ in the area, I'd recommend!

Great experience. Excellent brisket. Fast. Friendly, clean. Would return again and recommend.

I went to their previous location and this location is a big improvement. Thankfully parking is not going to be a problem here. Not sure why they are rated only a 3.5 currently, we shall find out. There was a small line of about 10 people in front of me.....when I arrived. It turned out to be a short wait...then ordered, and it was a short wait for the food too. I ordered the holy trinity for $45. I'm not sure this is exactly a deal by any means. You get 2 slices of brisket (about 1/3 lb, most of a sausage link (ends were cut off), and 2 pork ribs., also one small side and a plain baked potato. If you order all items from the holy trinity separately, ....you actually save $2, so they got me there. The meat was definitely the star of the show, with the brisket being moist and delicious, ribs were tender, juicy and falling off the bone, and sausage in my opinion was the best thing on the plate. I was able to sub the daily sausage special, piquin pepper and cheese sausage, for the regular with no extra charge. I still feel they may have given me the regular sausage, as I didn't see any cheese in this sausage. They also failed to give me the bread, pickles, onions and jalapeños it comes with. When I went to go ask for it....their immediate response was to question me and say well you need to ask for it. No, when the menu says it comes with it already, they need to give it to you on your plate. So they were out of line there! The sides were okay. I used my side from the holy trinity to try their cilantro jalapeno cole slaw. I also added a small Mac n cheese. The slaw was a nice refreshing cole slaw, only 2 problems, I didn't ever taste any jalapeno OR cilantro! Did they forget to use cilantro? Because it's pretty obvious in taste and smell when you add it to a dish. I did see diced jalapeno, but it was not spicy in the least, nor did i ever taste it. The Mac and cheese was in curled pasta and had some black pepper on it, sort of a modern take on mac and cheese. I would have preferred a traditional one with more cheddar cheese. The baked potato came with cheese, sour cream, and butter and was a little pricy at $10. I think Rudy's is around $7, for comparison....for same size. Overall. I enjoyed the new restaurant and the food, but I'm only giving them 3.5 stars for all the mishaps I experienced.

Visited another Top 50 joint today. It was a quiet rainy Friday afternoon (1/26/24) around 4pm. No line at all. Maybe 4 guests in the establishment. Decided to venture out from traditional bbq meat ordering. My wife got the smoked chicken, fried okra, caprese sausage (on special) and cornbread casserole. I went for their 9 napkin brisket burger (comes with tots) and fried mac and cheese balls. Btw they have an excellent bourbon selection at the bar. Some Bookers, all the top shelf Garrison Bros., Stagg, Weller 12 and Blantons STFB. And our bartender was awesome! So the smoked chicken looked amazing and smelled super smoky. Meat was nice and moist and had great flavor. The caprese sausage tasted like it should. I could taste the sun dried tomato and basil and it was super cheesy. It ate a bit on the dry side but for some reason I really liked it, had a tinge of jerky texture and I found myself really enjoying it. Pass on the fried okra it's not really special and it was under fried. My brisket burger did not need nine napkins (one was suffice). So look the patty seemed kinda dry and tough but it was nice and hot and the actual bite of the whole burger with the nicely toasted bun, cheese, and grilled onions ate really well. I finished the whole thing and with a smile on my face. Didn't need the tots. The mac and cheese balls did the job. Crispy on the outside, nice hot and creamy on the inside. But the cornbread casserole was the best bite of food we had. Warm and comforting, perfect for a rainy afternoon. I'd say come and visit for sure!

We decided to give them a try after reading so many good reviews. We came in late in the evening and got their burger with NO cheese and of course there's cheese so I couldn't eat it. I tried scraping it off but it didn't work and we order some ribs. My husband thought the burger was alright and to me the ribs was ok kinda dry. Maybe because we came late so it's been sitting there but I will be back and try some other things since they were out of a lot of things. Customer services was just a person taking the order so not very welcoming.

Had heard a lot about this place and came by on July 4th. Very busy, and took about 40 minutes to get our order. Seems the bottleneck is on the line, and the cut to order. Nice to see that but on a busy day, maybe add another person. Food was good, but the response from the manager for the delay was basically we will get it to you when we can. Would have been nice to hear sorry for the delay, we are trying to serve you as quickly as we can..

KATY, TX 77494 / BBQ / 04-15-23 / TAKEOUT SUPPER +The brisket was tender, moist and nicely smoked. +The smoked turkey was juicy and well-cooked. +The cornbread casserole and mac n cheese were delicious. -The meats and mac n cheese had a little too much pepper for our liking. -The pickled jalapeños and cucumbers were placed into paper sleeves, which spilled all over the takeout bag.

I saw a FB post about the spare ribs and pork chops and decided that I'd get them for dinner. I stopped in to get some to go. The staff were friendly and the restaurant was inviting. My husband is eating so I asked him what he thought since this is our first time eating here. He says that these are the best ribs he's had in a long time. Then he eats the pork chop. He stops and says this is hands down the best he's ever had. We did not care for the potatoes. I'll have to try a different side for him next time. I wish they had a healthy veggie option instead of all starchy sides. it's hard to find at BBQ places. The double pork chops are huge and I over ordered. We're eating them for a few meals.

Excellent t food and drink. Burger (brisket!) was awesome as was the pork sandwich. Cool atmosphere and friendly service make for a 5 star restaurant. Highly recommended!!

This is simply the best brisket I have ever had! Myself and my family have been blessed to travel around this great state trying all of the great barbecue places listed on the top 50. Still no one can hold a candle to the great brisket done here at Brett's! Brett and Jaclyn go out of their way to make sure you have a great experience! Their corn pudding is to die for! And we are always taking home extra smoked turkey for my daughter! Restaurant is inviting comfortable and makes you want to stay longer and eat more great food! Absolutely no matter where you are for this incredible experience

Ambiance 4/5 Service 2/5 Food 3/5 Finally! I got to try Brett's BBQ. I've been waiting for them to relocate and open the new shop for 4 months. They made the Houston top 100 restaurants and Texas top 50 BBQ joint. Upon entry there was already a line at 11:05 on Sunday. There was country music playing, typical western decor and a bar immediately in the right side. I waited about 10 minutes in line and ordered 1/2 of moist brisket, beef sausage and a side of corn bread casserole. I did not get a receipt but he asked for my name. They called Mike 3-4 times and it was super confusing! Nobody knew which Mikes food was ready. When I finally got my food, it looked great! The sausage was the best thing in my meal. However, I wish it was sliced. I guess I have to ask to slice the sausage when I order. The brisket was not cut correctly. It looks like they missed the FIRST CUT separating the point and the flat. I ordered moist brisket. My brisket had the point and the flat on it. MINUS POINTS BIG TIME! The brisket was tender and moist, but lacking salt. I wasn't able to eat it without bbq sauce, which the bbq sauce had a very strong black pepper taste. Big disappointment here. The corn bread casserole was decent. From entry to receiving my food it was about 20-25 minutes. Brett if you are reading this, please have more than 1 cashier to get your customers orders and seated quicker and have a better process in place for receiving the food. I'll give it another try sometime.

Great food and service One of the best Burgers i have ever have - This place is a much try

Best BBQ IN KATY!! Woohoo! Mac and cheese was thick and delicious. Service was speedy and kind. Brisket needs the sauce on top! I love the TexMex menu too. Brisket nachos were delish and hubby loved the big boy burrito. Bring your appetite for these huge portions. I love the authentic Texan feel of Mexican ranchera in the background and wood.:-)

This place is the real deal. Their brisket is so moist and tender like a baby's smile. Truly a hidden gem!

Another top 50! Sausage was really good, maybe the best I've had so far! Brisket was textbook. Ribs were the weakest link. Needed more flavor in my humble opinion. They just tasted like salt and smoke. Bbq sauce had interesting celery kick (celery salt?). I liked it, also had lots of black pepper like Texas sauce does...

Went on a Saturday evening. Choose the HRW menu since they were sold out of a lot of stuff. HRW was a good value for the amount of food. Brisket enchiladas were amazing. The steak sandwich was OK. I think it could've had a little bit more seasoning on the actual steak and it was a little hard to eat. I thought it was going to be like sliced pieces of steak, but actually was a whole steak on a bun . There is also a full bar here, but a bartender was MIA a so not really sure of what the options are.

Traveled to Katy for work and brought the family. Our best friends live in Houston so we got together for dinner. They'd heard good things about Brett's so we took a chance on a Sunday evening. Now... Sunday evening BBQ restaurant means the menu would be abbreviated... and by that I mean sold out of a lot of items. Those who know BBQ understand and accept that. If a BBQ joint ISN'T sold out of a few things by 6:30p on a Sunday... it's not a good sign. So... ribs, sausage and Turkey were sold out. Ended up getting brisket, burnt ends, chopped sandwich and and several sides and a brisket burger. I ordered the "9 Napkin Brisket burger." I honestly thought it would be a slab of brisket on a bun... but it was a ground burger patty... with grilled onions and cheese and all sorts of yum. It was $10 and came with tots. The brisket I had was juicy and tasty and the rub had the right spice kick. As you do as a bbq place... I sampled everything everyone had. The stand-out side was the cornbread casserole. It was like a creamed-corn bake. VERY tasty. The only "meh" items to me were the potato salad and Mac & cheese. They were ok.. but not on the same playing field as the rest. The restaurant itself was clean, nicely decorated with Austin City Limits Music Fest posters and the music wasn't too loud so we were able to have some good conversations. The manager checked on us and the staff actually remade and reserved a few things due to an onion allergy at the table (took care of it with a smile and were amazing). Highly recommend. Looking forward to coming back earlier in the day to sample the Turkey & ribs.

This place is great!!! I think it's hard for BBQ restaurants to separate themselves from the competition but Brett's is in a class by itself. Besides traditional BBQ, they have great specials. I had the hot-honey pecan crusted ribs and they were out of this world! They aren't on the daily menu, but if they are a special the day you go you must try them. You won't be disappointed. The corn bread pudding was excellent as well. The staff were friendly and accommodating! I can't wait to return to this great restaurant.

Was excited to try this as it's always been closed when I'd pass. Was told the food was great. Ambiance and service were nice. The food however was extremely salty. We got two orders of brisket tacos, one without slaw. For sides we got the Mac n cheese and the cornbread casserole. I was unable to finish my second taco as my throat was overwhelmed. I had the slaw in my tacos. My friend agreed that their tacos were also super salty and they did not get the slaw. The cornbread casserole was great. Loved it. The cheese in the macaroni was extremely thick which made it less than desirable. Restaurant was clean, all employees were nice and talkative, but I unfortunately couldn't tolerate the sodium levels. For those that can, you might have a different opinion than mine so don't let that stop you from giving this place a try. I am still interested in trying the brisket so I will be back, but will not order the tacos or mac again. I'll update the stars if my next visit is better.

I gave Brett's BBQ another chance thinking the first time might have been an off night and found it more disappointing than the first. Walking in and half the menu was covered over only four main items are available. Next thing to notice is there is now a tex-mex menu with more items than BBQ and music more suited to a tex-mex restaurant I ordered brisket, dry as a bone as was my hubby's pulled pork. Positive note the sides were pretty good This is the last time and I cannot recommend Brett's

I stopped in on a whim and ordered a fresh chopped beef sandwich (you need to be specific, or they will default to the potted stuff), potato salad, and a drink for $25. And, this is my hang up. The brisket was good quality and well smoked, the salad was mayo and bacon and good. I appreciated the Big Red. But, why are they asking for a tip on pre-paid counter service food. My name was called, I picked it up, I got my own drink, and they do not keep a condiment (pickles, onions,etc.) station. The meal was good but not $13 for a sandwich and $12 for side, drink, tax, and tip. Tipflation is an insult to the consumer, and I'm finished with it. I left feeling took, and it is this reason that I don't recommend Brett's or any place that expects a tip for the counter service of waged workers.

The service was great, very delicious, was very fun had a lot of games and very good drinks, and very clean (5 stars) .

Moist brisket 9.5/10, only thing that prevented it from being perfect was it was somewhat bland and required added salt and a lot of it. Turkey 9/10; very tasty, needed salt Mac and cheese 7.5/10; tasty and cheesy, maybe too cheesy but still very good. Would of scored higher but both kids hated it Pulled pork 5/10; needed a lot and tasted boiled with next to zero smoke. Every pork shoulder / pulled pork I've ever made at home blows this away. Won't order again. Burnt ends 6.5/10; the covered and saturated in bbq sauce, didn't fit my taste/expectations for burnt ends; just about every good bbq place I have had them in the greater Houston area have been better; won't order again Bbq sauce: 2/10; didn't like it whatsoever and isn't anywhere near my cup of tea. I like tangy, unsweetened with a little bit of spice. This stuff was tomato'y and sweet. Some of the worst bbq sauce I've ever had. Ambiance / atmosphere: 8.5/10. Nice bar area and good bourbon selection. Bottom line: I will go back with the wife or by myself, but without kids as there are no food options for my kids. I will get nothing but brisket, turkey, and whiskey.

If you're a barbecue lover, then you must try Brett's BBQ. This place has some of the best barbecue in the city. The meat is always perfectly cooked and tender and tasty! Never dry, perfectly moist! The only thing I don't order is their sauce but that's because I like sweet bbq sauce. Their sauce is Loved by my wife though so I know it's good, just not my preference. I'll bring some sauce from Rudy's next time. Their sides are also delicious and complement the main dish perfectly, especially the cornbread casserole! The new location is much larger than their previous one, which is great because now there's more room for dining. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, making it a great spot for a casual meal with friends or family. They have an outdoor patio which is good because it's a bit loud inside. But the real star of the show is their burnt ends. If you're lucky enough to visit on a Saturday, you'll be able to try these amazing little bites of heaven. They're smoky, tender, and packed with flavor. Trust me, you won't be able to stop eating them. One note: Don't sit at the table by the wall near the door outside. (See my photo) You will get inundated with smoke from the bbq pit. They shouldn't even put a table there.

Super friendly service and the food was amazing. We got here at a odd time so it was empty but food came out fast none the less. Definitely will be coming back with friends.

Holy Shite! I've been eating Texas BBQ for decades and have NEVER enjoyed brisket, ribs, sausage, or cole slaw like this! Perfectly barked. Juicy. Savory. Hot temp with a hint of spice. Firm. PlentifulE! EVERYthing Texas BBQ should be. Their Cilantro/Jalpeno ColeSlaw is mouthwatering and I could not get enough. Absolutely delicious! I could go on and on, but you must experience Brett's to appreciate myy comments. PLUS Brett and Jacque were there as perfect hosts. Just WOW!

Really it's 2.5 stars. Brisket is tender but not much flavor - all bark - no bite. No visible smoke ring. Ribs were better. Sides are good. No pickles, onions & jalapeños ?? Didn't see any ? Wouldn't hurt. Cold sauce is a big turn off. I guess the giant plastic bottle of sauce is kept in the fridge at night so at lunch it's cold. All in all, it's just mid barbecue. I see no reason to go back.

The best BBQ place in Katy Texas, try the sauced brisket baked potato, its to die for.

Best brisket we've had in a long while - this might become our "go-to" BBQ stop from now on. Lowered the star rating because I ordered beef ribs as part of our take-out order and discovered they had wrapped up pork ribs instead. A bit p@@@ed since I checked to be sure they had them as it was the prime reason for visiting. Might try again in the future but will certainly check my order before leaving next time!

Very delicious brisket sandwich. Bummed out they ran out of brisket burnt ends but I'll have to come back to try those. They also make a damn good whiskey sour!

After moving to Katy from living in the loop, I hoped we could get some decent BBQ out here. Everyone told us that this was the place to go. Too bad, Brett's is just OK. The service was pretty good and they have a full bar. The ambiance was dive-bar'ish so we took our food to-go. Here's how it panned out: Brisket - Good. This is the only thing they have going there. Chicken - Bad. No seasoning. Skin was leathery. It was cooked enough to be done but not enough to taste good. Too chewy. Too pink on the inside. Tasted more like a barely done rotisserie chicken than a pit-smoked chicken. Pork ribs - Just OK. Not tender enough. They're not supposed to be "fall off the bone" like many people think; but these ribs were too chewy. Potato Salad - Bad. No seasoning. Needed salt, pepper, maybe a little sugar, some paprika, dry mustard or Old Bay seasoning and it will be ALOT better. Pinto Beans - Mediocre. Again, no seasoning. Mac & Cheese. Par. Typical shells and cheese. Nothing special.

Brett's did not disappoint. I have been wanting to try it for quite awhile now and finally had a chance to. Their brisket and sausage is amazing. Next time I will try their flash fried burnt ends and maybe a bbq potato!

Made a 1st visit to Brett's today with 2 friends and had a great experience. Our order consisted of 1lb of moist brisket, 1/3lb of lean brisket, 2 sausage links, and 2lbs of ribs. Sides for our order were beans, cilantro jalapeño slaw, and potato salad. After eating, we agreed we would rank the meats as 1/ribs, 2/brisket, and 3/sausage. All were very good, but we 3 kept going back on the ribs and brisket, but not so much on the sausage. For sides, we ranked them 1/slaw, 2/potato salad, and 3/beans. Slaw was great IMO, potato salad was good but we though it needed dill relish, and beans were more like chili with almost equal parts meat to beans. Service was fast and courteous, nothing special on ambiance. I'd recommend Brett's and wouldn't hesitate to make a return visit.

Trinity Platter is the bomb: ribs, brisket, sausage w/cole slaw, potato salad, bread. NYer's do not know how to cook bbq but we know quality food and Brett's is it. The rib meat could not have been more tender, the meat, meaty not fat, the sauce present but not overpowering. the brisket seems like it was cooked for 24 hours and the sausage, crispy on the outside and tasty, not dry on the inside. We ate at the bar and the service was excellent. Plenty of seating throughout the dining room. The two of us had one platter - and came away filled - so we left a big tip. Thanks Brett!

Brett's BBQ made Texas Monthly's 50 Best Barbecue list as well as the Houston Chronicle's Top 100 restaurants in 2022 list, and with good reason. Two of us stopped in at their brand-new Katy location today...this is, I understand, their soft-opening, and plenty more is forthcoming soon. Today we kept it simple with lean brisket, mac and cheese and potato salad. All of it was great (these are -good- sides). The brisket, though, was fabulous, and if you've lived in TX more than a minute, trust me when I say that I don't toss that out lightly. This is the real deal. (I'd rather have the rind and burnt ends than anything else and you can see there actually -is- a rind here, and all of it was flavorful.) Congratulations to Brett and crew--wishing you lots of success here! (PS: I wish we could bottle what this place smells like. We'll definitely be back soon. )

If you liked the old Brett's shop, don't bother coming to this one. We had frequented Brett's old shop, and were extremely happy with the BBQ purchased. This is our first visit to his new shop. To say we are disappointed is an understatement. This shop is nothing like the old shop, not in the ethos nor the food. The old Brett could have become a cornerstone BBQ shop in Houston on part with Corkscrew, Black's, or Franklin's, now it's just another commercialized money grab. The magnificent beef ribs are no longer on the menu. Meat that we purchased: 1. 1LB Prime Brisket - it was flavorless and dry. for $33 /lb, it was probably some of the worst brisket I've had. 2. 1LB Pork belly charred ends - one piece wasn't too bad, had enough fat to flavor the dried meat, but several other pieces didn't have that fat, and was only left with hard dry meat. Never had this so I'm not sure what to expect 3. 1LB pork ribs - I didn't partake of any, but my wife wasn't satisfied with the ribs. This is probably our first and last visit to the new Brett's. It's a shame, we loved the BBQ from the old Brett's. Hard to understand why it took such a drastic turn.

I really enjoy the atmosphere and the food here. Hands down love THE 9-NAPKIN OMG BRISKET BURGER. Take avantage of the happy hour special between 3 to 6pm over here everyday. Also no one could beat how comfortable the barstools are at the bar.

Best BBQ I've ever had. And that's saying a lot. We talked with Brett and another woman, I didn't remember her name but she's the manager I think, for a while and they were super nice, explained the menu and how the BBQ is made, how they are trying to staff up to be open longer hours. The burnt ends were chefs kiss and I will be back for those beef cheek empanadas. Oh and that Mac n cheese was 10/10. 5 stars! The ambiance could be improved a bit but they just moved in to the new place so I'm sure they'll get it spruced up soon!

Bought 2 whole chickens and 2 sausage. Ask for extra jalapeno and they can't even give more. Other place leave it out all you can eat.

One if not THE best BBQ in the Katy TX area. Brisket melts in your mouth. Ribs are thick tender and juicing flavor. Don't skip the cornbread casserole. Often has a good crowd so seating can be challenging sometimes. Excellent service.

Probably one of the best BBQ spots I've been to in the Houston area. I think this place is relatively hidden amongst bigger names but it is one hell of a spot. The brisket literally melts in your mouth when you take a bite. The beef sausage is super tasty and juicy. Mac n cheese is on a whole different level, probably one of the best Mac n cheese I have ever ate. They ran out of Beef ribs which we were really hoping to try but will definitely come back to try it out.

Honestly I I wasn't impressed. Way too much hype on this place. Overpriced and there is nothing special about it. Mid level bbq at best and the esthetic inside of the restaurant is underwhelming.

Everything was legit! Brisket, sausage, turkey, all of the sides just went haaaard. Will def come back.