GW’s BBQ Catering Co

Went for our first time with moderate expectations and we were BLOWN AWAY by the entire experience. We waited in line for an hour to order (arrived 15 minutes before opening), but the wait was worth it. Everything we ordered was delectable to the eyes and the palate. Also, the Pit Master takes his time to explain the menu and checked in on us multiple times (despite the crowds), to make sure we were satisfied with our meal. Definitely a gem in the RGV!

First time here. I have eaten in many BBQ Places from the Rio Grand Valley all the way North to San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, etc. GW's did not disappoint, and is one of my Top BBQ places in Texas. I Ordered the Texas 2 Step. It was amazing. The brisket was moist and delicious. The pork ribs were amazing, as well as the jalapeño and cheese sausage. I also ordered a beef rib, which was fall off the bone amazing! The sides were amazing as well. I had the macaroni and cheese, potato salad, and the sweet and delicious cornbread. Met some of the staff and they were nice and friendly. I definitely recommend this place for everyone. We will definitely be coming back! Great Job GW BBQ! Keep up the Great Work! Best BBQ place in the Rio Grande Valley!

To have bbq this good close to home is great. The food lived up to the hype, (8.2 on a local scale)The collective indulgence of the brisket with all the sides was delicious to say the least. Try everything if your budget allows. Even in the rush hour, The hosts were very accomodating to our large party and let us feel very welcome.

Some of the best BBQ we have had in the RGV! We waited about 45 minutes in line to get inside it, it wasn’t terrible since we were under the porch, they have fans and they have water available for everyone waiting… but I will say it was well worth it. The food was delectable! Service was a 10/10, extremely helpful and attentive to customers.

My family and I from Houston planned a weekend trip to San Juan to visit GW’s and they definitely did not disappoint. It was worth the drive. The food was amazing and they had the best cornbread I have ever had. They had the line very organized and their hospitality went over and beyond from the Owners and the staff. Thank you and Congratulations on making the Texas monthly top #5!

It’s a work of art ! $63 dollars total 1/2lb brisket , 1/2 lb ribs , plus sides . By far the best flavorful BBQ in south Texas . Didn’t over eat so I’m happy with the process , the experience and their food ! Expect to wait 30-45 minutes upon arrival . Line outside then line in side ! Staff is very attentive as you can see they are always improving . I’m not happy with the fly collection around the meet cutting area . You would see a fly or two zoom by getting their smells in, probably from the doors open and closing . Other than that great experience ! Not my every week BBQ spot but will definitely return any chance I can

This wasn't just a BBQ meal; it was a culinary enlightenment. The core BBQ meats were outstanding: flavorful, moist, and exquisitely tender. The ribs were impeccably cooked to fall-off-the-bone perfection, and the house-made sausage was a testament to the chef’s culinary dedication and skills. What truly transformed this into a gourmet dining experience, however, were the innovative and sophisticated sides, which shattered all expectations for a typical BBQ restaurant. Kudos to the talented chefs for such an extraordinary meal!

Amazing experience. Is there a wait? Yes…it is #5 in the state after all. But there’s a wait at a LOT of restaurants that don’t even come close to the deliciousness of the food served at GW’s! Is it worth the wait? MOST DEFINITELY!!! I’d go once a week if I could! (Actually probably more 😏) And ALL of the employees were so amazing, helpful, and truly love what they do…you could just tell.

One of the best meals you will ever have. A 90 minute wait is typical, because it's that good. They give you free beer in line.

I came down to the RGV on business. Did a little research on some bbq and saw some videos on GW's. I was sold after seeing good reviews on Yelp. Arrived for lunch at open which was 11 and the parking lot was full. And there was a line outside to get in which was not a surprise. Our wait outside was 45 minutes. There is water outside after all it is oppressively hot in STX. They do stagger how many can go inside at a time to order. It is a counter and you order your sides first and burgers. We went with the #1 family meal which was a 1/2 lb of brisket, pork ribs, choice of sausage and 2 8oz sides with bread, pickles, pickled red onion and sliced white onion no drink included. Our sides were macaroni and cheese and pork belly rice. I added another 1/4 lb of brisket and 1/4 pound of sliced pork loin. It did not seem like enough food that is why I ordered extra. The price per lb of brisket is overpriced at $34 a pound. I had originally ordered the jalapeno cheddar sausage and they stated that they were out of that and beef sausage at 11:45. I had to settle for the Serrano pineapple sausage. There is no reason to run out of one the Texas trinity bbq staples 45 mins after opening. I did enjoy the flavor of everything we ate plus had a little leftovers. I am sure we'll be back next time in the valley but will be more conservative due to the high pricing here.

Melt in your mouth brisket! Sides were generous and so tasty! We had plenty of leftovers! The rhubarb cobbler was delicious as well

GWs was plus 5 across the board!! The food, service , and restaurant was AMAZING! Everyone was super friendly and attentive . They even came around asking us how their food was ... we were happy to say it was Outstanding!! My hubby is a huge BBQ fanatic and we had already tried 3 BBQ places . ...by far this has been the best in the valley and even tops some in San Antonio . Great job to GW and his staff !

Omg this was the best bbq we have ever eaten and we are from Houston. Everything we had was fresh and homemade. I ordered the Honey Butter Cornbread and that was amazing it tasted like having a cornbread muffin but a Carmel candy with it. Will be definitely coming back when we are in town.

This BBQ spot is good! The most notable thing about this spot is that they have the best pickles!!! They are homemade tasting pickles. They are so crunchy and have the perfect amount of sour to them. They also sell jars of them by themselves, and I will be picking myself up a jar next time. I got their brisket burger, and it was great. The server filled it up with lots of meat, and the juicy brisket was cut right in front of me. It was super moist and tender. I also tried their potato salad and mac and cheese, and both were good. They weren't anything crazy though. I also tried their original BBQ sauce, which was great. It had a tangy flavor to it, but it was not too spicy. Customer service was average. Ordering is done in a line, and they give you the food right away when paying. Ambiance of the restaurant is loud. There were lots of groups gathered for lunch from work and families eating. Environment is welcoming though, and there are plenty of tables. There is free parking in a lot in front of the restaurant. Overall, I'd recommend this spot for anyone looking for a solid BBQ spot. 9/10, and try their pickles!!

I'll start off saying that these guys probably have the best brisket and turkey I've tried in the RGV! The brisket and turkey are freshly smoked and super moist. The only negative I'd say is that they are expensive at $32/lb for the brisket, so it's probably going to be a rare treat to make the trip here from Edinburg, but it's definitely good bbq though. The bark on the brisket is tasty and it's not overly smokey, with the fatty pieces just melting in your mouth. Everything is served with fixings of your choice and white potato bread. The only side we tried was green beans and they were delicious! The service was friendly and attentive. They quickly let me know that their kitchen was closed and what meats were still available. I did have a small issue with the final bill when I noticed I was charged incorrectly for something. The owner or manager was very communicative with me online when I reached out and explained it was done in error and offered to give me a refund for the mistake which I declined. FYI, this business now charges a 4% fee on your total if you use a credit card.

Came in because the reviews were good, and a couple of co-workers said it was good! Man, was he wrong. A day before, I had stopped Black's bbq in Lufkin and ought a brisket sandwich with a drink and chips and desert for about 18 bucks with a tip. So I walked into this place and saw the menu says a brisket sandwich is 15 dollars by itself.. I was likenok ill give it a try. Got the brisket combo which was 15 plus 3 bucks for a combo, which includes a drink and a side. My side was the mac and cheese. Got to my table and took a bite of the sandwich, which was not dry dry but not moist, and it was rubbery rubbery. Mind you, I went in a little after the lunch rush, so it should have been fresh. The bun was the best thing out of the sandwich. I then tried the Mac, and to my surprise, as soon as I took a spoonfuls I tasted something odd. I pulled out a long black hair! I shave my head so it wasn't mine. I looked at the employees, not a single hair net in sight smh. I walked up to the register and let the employee know, and she asked if I wanted a replacement. I told her I would take the desert, which was Brad puddi g with chocolate chips. Let me tell you the desert was so sweet that when I took a swig of the sweet tea, it tasted like water. The worst part is that I never saw them take the contaminated Mac off and replace it they kept serving it smh. The brisket sandwich 1 outa 10 Mac 0 outa 10 if it wasn't for the hair 4 outa 10 cheesey Bread pudding 3 outa 10 diabetes coma Employees 2 outa 10 didn't replace the contaminated mac If you like this place, more power to you, but it's a hard No from me. Regardless this is just my opinion and I'm not telling you to not go maybe it was just an off day for me. These prices were outrageous for what I got .

Best BBQ in the RGV hands down. GWs never disappoints. We tried their smoked pork belly and it was the bomb, aside from the brisket n turkey, which were great as well. Their sides are super tasty. Gotta have that moist sweet corn bread they offer. Central BBQ is legit in the Valley thanks to GWs, no need to travel far to get the real deal!

Excellent EVERYTHING! Best bbq place in the Rgv ! Don't miss out their brisket and peach cobbler.

Best bbq that I had in south Texas, privately own business thats why. highly recommend

On the recommendation of UTRGV Women's Soccer Coaches Audra and Mel we came by yesterday and this place was sold out by 1. So glad we came by early today. The B E S T BBQ we've ever had. From the signature brisket to the collard greens every bite was an explosion of flavor and Texas pride. The hospitality is the kind you'd expect from a place like this too. Great food and great people. Thanks David and the crew and GW!!!

Very good quality meat. Amazing flavor and good customer service! Waiters and workers were so helpful.

My wife and I have had BBQ all around Texas but GW's by far the best BBQ in the Rio Grande valley. You definitely need to get there at 11:00AM when it opens the brisket sells out quick and for good reason. Our first time visiting we had pork ribs , sides: Mac and cheese and hash brown casserole were delicious, it's has a touch of their own ingredients. I don't like corn bread but the corn bread from there is amazing, I know for Thanksgiving I will be ordering corn bread from GW's. The Cook David came over and talked to us a few times asking about the service and food "Excellent David". If you love BBQ and live in Texas you need to try GW's and that because we didn't get to try the brisket, "We will be back at 11:00AM" LOL

Amazing! Food was great. Best bbq I've had in the valley. 10/10 if you have the chance to come, COME!

Best bbq in the valley and not even close. Very close competition with Teddys but GW's is just on another level. Everything is cooked to perfection and you can tell the pitmaster takes pride in his work!

GW BBQ located in San Juan TX. Visited this location on Saturday 11/11/23. I've had bbq everywhere and GW is by far the best . The brisket was the moist and delicious. The food was great and so was the service. The picture shown here feeds 4-5. The food was hot and fresh. With lots of sides to choose from make sure you get there early. They close Monday's and Tuesday.

hands down, the best bbq in the rgv! we drive from San Antonio to eat ! everything is made fresh and so delicious.

Excellent BBQ and customer service. The owner and staff were so very kind and accommodating! They knew we were flying out so they helped us package our food for the trip. Everything was amazing but the greens are best I've ever tasted in my life and Im from Louisiana. My go to spot from now on whenever I'm in south Texas.

BEST BRISKET AND BRISKET SMASH BURGER in TX! GWs can't be beat. We were too late for the other sides, but I'm sure they would have exceeded all expectations.

Superb barbecue! Awesome sauces!! Phenomenal coleslaw!! Highly recommend! Mac and cheese excellent!!

Good food good workers recommend if your craving BBQ the employees are so nice I love the ribs there

Having a wheat allergy I have to be careful with everywhere I go. I have to ask at every eating place. When asking at this place if certain dishes, and the bbq sauce had flour or if it was gluten free I was met with uhhh I don't know and no interest in finding out. I had to ask them to please ask the cook who came out and acted annoyed that I was even asking. Eating places literally put flour in EVERYTHING from bbq sauce and other sauces to mashed potatoes. Things you don't typically think it would be in. So, I went back to ask about a couple of other things and the guy went to the back and the cook turned around and gave me an annoyed look yet again. Like why? I can't help if I have an allergy and my throat closes and lips swell and I'd like to eat safely. No reason to be so rude over it. I won't even tell my rating for the food I'm so aggravated over how they were when I asked.

Some really good bbq. We arrived around 3pm and they were already out of sausage and chicken. Also they were out of potato salad and Mac and cheese. We tried the flat and point from the brisket and they were both so good! Their spare ribs were also good with a sweet after taste. We had their last two ribs. They were a little cold, but good none the less. We were unable to taste the Dino ribs since they're only served on Saturdays.

At 5:30 the restaurant was closed with a sign on the door that they were sold out. Hours are supposed to be until 9 pm. For a relatively new restaurant this is very poor management.

Went today for the first time. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Ordered the smash burger and it was great! It was huge and the meat was at least 3/4 inch thick. This is no ordinary burger you can get from any drive through. You'll need to try it you won't be sorry. Will definitely be going back.

Brisket was off the chain good I tried the lean and moist and both where super juicy. But let me tell yea the cream corn is something amazing!!!!

New Bbq restaurant in San Juan. Delicious food and very friendly service. We had a one meat plate with moist brisket, potato salad and mac n cheese (for the wife.) I had the three meat moist brisket, spare ribs and sausage with a double coleslaw. We thought everything was delicious. The brisket was the star attraction. It was tender, moist and flavorful. I think they just use just salt and pepper on it. It was simple but fantastic. All of the sides were very good as well.

I was impressed. Brisket was good, had a little bit fat which I didn't mind but was too much for my fiance. They gave us a piece of turkey to try which was great. My fiance loved the ribs and sausage. I had mac n cheese which was creamy. Also had jalapeño creamed corn which I loved also. We will definitely be going back.

The customer service was great, the staff always made sure everything was good and asking if you needed anything else. The sides steal the show, especially the cornbread and the jalapeño cream corn!