Hattie Marie's Texas BBQ

"We’ve never attended a family reunion in Texas, but if we ever do, we’re guessing it’ll feel a lot like a meal at Hattie Marie’s. With pitmasters from Port Arthur overseeing things, this friendly College Park operation wows with slow-smoked brisket and juicy chicken instead of wooing with gimmicky BBQ-themed decorations. (A roll of strong paper towels is the only adornment we really need anyway.) Like any proper family function, though, Hattie Marie’s takes a lil’ long preparing the food and the taste of its sides widely varies. The well-seasoned cabbage and baked beans will conjure happy memories. But like you do with that one “uncle” who’s always asking to hold a few dollars, it’s perfectly fine to ignore the bland collards and mac." - demarco williams, jacinta howard

"The big, ranch-style lettering outside is inspired by the Lone Star State, and so is Hattie Marie’s barbecue. The pit-smoked brisket is the real standout here, but try the pork ribs (cooked over cherry wood), sausage links, and Cajun-fried catfish, too. Owners Willie and Ramona Griggie also own a location in Decatur and plan to expand their barbecue restaurant to Duluth. Located just north of the College Park MARTA station." - Beth McKibben

"Owned by Willie and Ramona Griggie, the big, ranch-style lettering outside this College Park barbecue joint is inspired by the Lone Star State, and so are all of the smoked meats at Hattie Marie’s. The pit-smoked brisket is the real standout here, but try the pork ribs (cooked over cherry wood), sausage links, and Cajun-fried catfish." - Eater Staff

"We’ve never attended a family reunion in Texas, but if we ever do, we’re guessing it’ll feel a lot like a meal at Hattie Marie’s. With pitmasters from Port Arthur overseeing things, this friendly College Park operation wows with slow-smoked brisket and juicy chicken instead of wooing with gimmicky bbq-themed decorations. (A roll of strong paper towels is the only adornment we really need anyway.) Like any proper family function, though, Hattie Marie’s takes a lil’ long preparing the food and the taste of its sides widely varies. The well-seasoned cabbage and baked beans will conjure happy memories. But like you do with that one “uncle” who’s always asking to hold a few dollars, it’s perfectly fine to ignore the bland collards and mac. Inside Hattie Marie'sphoto credit: Mhandy Gerard Hattie Marie's Sidesphoto credit: Mhandy Gerard Hattie Marie's Seafood Optionsphoto credit: Mhandy Gerard" - DeMarco Williams

"Decatur: Hattie Marie’s Texas Style BBQ and Cajun Kitchen, based in College Park, kicks off the opening of its new Decatur location on Clairmont Avenue with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, June 24, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. New Birth Missionary Baptist Church pastor Jamal Bryant plans to bless the business during the ceremony, followed by guest appearances from local dignitaries and celebrities like Marlo Hampton of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” and gospel musician Isaac Carree. The restaurant officially opens to the public on Friday, June 25. [Official]" - Beth McKibben