Levant BBQ

I had an amazing experience here! The food was absolutely delicious, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The service was excellent—staff were attentive and friendly, and the owner personally checked in on us, which really made us feel welcomed and cared for. The restaurant is spotless, and the aesthetic is modern, inviting, and immaculate. Truly one of the best Halal BBQ spots in Houston. Highly recommend!

Wow!!! I’ve been looking for a halal brisket bbq place since I moved here. I am so happy this opened up. Food presentation was amazing and the quality of meat was **chef’s kiss** My favorite was the brisket because it was cooked to perfection and was sliding off the bone. The sausage was my second favorite. Customer service was pleasant and welcoming too. We ordered the family feast and it fed 4 adults and 3 kids under 7.

Absolute gem 🔥🔥🔥 The meat is tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The sides are just as tasty and made with care. On top of that, the atmosphere is welcoming and full of great vibes. Easily one of the best BBQ spots I’ve been to—highly recommend!

Texas BBQ with an Eastern Mediterranean twist. Unique flavors and perfectly cooked portions, you can tell there is respect and care put into every bite. The service is akin to a small-town diner - something that’s been sorely missing from many similar joints tucked firmly within the heart of Houston. It’s actually almost disarming to see a BBQ joint this cleanly and well-maintained. And, the whole staff up and down the line are fantastic, both friendly and attentive. Specifically, Joshua, who you’ll likely meet first, sets the tone with his welcoming vibe and recommendations. I actually stopped by the month they opened and he was just as pleasant then as he is now. The pessimistic side of your brain always tells you that this kind of pleasantry probably gets beaten out of you after spending months working within any restaurant, but this man is too decent of a human being to go down any other path. Y’all, let’s face it… we’ve all had BBQ. 10s, maybe 100s, of times in our lives. For the most part, we know what we’re in for. That’s why when you get the chance to explore a fusion such as this, you grab a fork and ask questions later. The flavors that they’re combining here at Levant are so refreshing that they’ve got me taking 5 minutes out of my day just to write this review… I don’t even write reviews. And, to tell you the truth, I’d classify this one as more of a public service announcement - a sense of duty to make sure this establishment gets the acknowledgment they deserve. So, with that being said, do yourself a favor and get on over to Levant. You never know what meal might be your last, but I know I’d die a happy man if Levant’s BBQ is in my belly.

Levant BBQ – A True Gem in Houston! What a fantastic experience! Levant BBQ is more than just a restaurant — it’s a warm, welcoming space that truly feels like a service to the community. The food? Absolutely incredible. The ribs were juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. A special shout out to Danial, who was so kind and genuinely interested in our experience and feedback. It’s rare to see that level of engagement these days, and it made the meal feel even more personal. You can tell this is a family-owned place with heart behind it. The atmosphere has a charming, rustic vibe, and the entire staff was friendly and attentive. It's also halal, which is a big plus — places like this are such a gift to the local community. And don’t forget to grab a complimentary vanilla soft serve on your way out — an ideal sweet finish. Highly recommend checking out Levant BBQ. We’ll definitely be back!

The place was really congested, with no seating available at first—it was completely packed, which made us think the food must be good. We waited about five minutes before a family left and we finally got a table. The only weird part was that waiters kept staring at us while we ate, which felt uncomfortable. For the food, we ordered ribs and another steak dish. The ribs were delicious—tender, flavorful, and seasoned well with salt and pepper. On the other hand, the steak was disappointing. It didn’t have any flavor at all, even though the fat on it was nice. I just wished they had added at least some salt, pepper, or any kind of seasoning. The sides could also be improved. They should serve them in larger portions, with more onions, pickles, and jalapeños. The bread was fine. The only downside was the price—we spent about $100 just for two dishes. Overall, I’d definitely go back, but only for the ribs since they were the highlight of the meal.

We thought the BBQ was excellent. It has a unique mix of spices and taste that are pleasing to the pallet. We really enjoyed the beef Rib, brisket, and sides. It was awesome. The service was outstanding and the atmosphere was great. We will return to the place again.

My friend who lives in Houston had been raving about Levant BBQ for ages, and I finally had the chance to visit last week with a group of friends, and wow, it did not disappoint! The brisket was incredibly tender and full of flavor, and the house-made sausages were absolutely delicious. Every side dish was fresh and thoughtfully prepared, adding even more depth to the meal. What really stood out was the welcoming and family-oriented ambiance. It’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a great meal with family or friends. I even had the chance to meet the owner, a genuinely kind and humble person who clearly takes pride in both the food and the experience. Levant BBQ is a unique and flavorful fusion of Texan barbecue and Mediterranean culture, truly the best of both worlds. Can’t wait to go back!

Seriously the best meat I've ever tried in my LIFE. And my family is in the cattle industry so honestly I was just as shocked. Pls do yourself a favor and go try their brisket. The way it just melts in your mouth is mind blowing, the okra was crunchy and amazing, honestly everything was so beyond what I expected. 100/10 recommend I will definitely be back. Everyone was so kind and the decor is so Texas cute. Sorry my phone did not get to eat first.

If it wasn't for the service I would've easily given this spot a 2, but they were very friendly and helpful. I decided to give this place a try after hearing that they have good bbq and to be honest it might've been a bad day but it did not exceed my expectations at all. I decided to order their 2 meat plate that comes with 2 sides. I got their moist brisket, sausage, Mac & cheese, saffron rice & 1 baklava. My friend ordered the brisket sandwich along with some cream corn. * moist brisket- not very smoky nor enough bark to call this a good brisket but it wasn't bad. I did like that it was tendered & fatty. 3/5 * sausage- terrible. Extremely dry like it's been in the smoker for days. Probably the worst sausages I've ever had. Even the store ones taste better. It was so bad that I had to toss it in the trash. 0/5 * Mac & Cheese- it was a little too runny for my liking. Not that creamy or cheesy. It also didn't have any flavor. But passable for a cafeteria Mac & Cheese. 2/5 * Saffron rice- simple. Tasted like yellow rice. 1.5/5 * Brisket sandwich- the bread wasn't toasted but it was good in quality. Decent portions of brisket. 3/5 * cream corn- probably the best thing they had to offer. It was creamy but not as sweet since I think they added cheese into the corn. 3.5/5 * baklava- not bad. Crispy and flaky. 3/5 * bbq sauces- both were decent. Tangy & vinegary. Overall, I was pretty disappointed with my experience at this location. The food didn't live up to the hype. The portions were a bit small for the price & didn't match up with the quality. The ambiance is chill & they have a good amount of seating. Will I come back? Not any time soon but I'll give them one more chance.

The brisker was devine! It was so soft and everyone in the establishment was so friendly and greeted is with such infectious happiness!! I should have asked but the Pit master I assume, was excellent on the board and gave us heaping servings. Again the brisket I'd like butter. Just tender juicy and delicious. I encourage everyone to visit! I'll definitely be back. Go early because beef ribs always go fast!! Thank you for making our first visit one that will definitely bring us back!! The restaurant is very clean and they bust the tables as soon as the guest leave, I love a clean restaurant with a great patio and beautiful interior!!! Well worth a visit!!!

Good but not great, in a town with great bbq. My biggest problem with it is it isn't Texas style bbq. Not very smoky, and no real bark. The brisket and the ribs are tender, and I thought I would love it because there's no pork (messy cutting areas at BBQ places are unpleasant, there was no risk of pork juice getting on my brisket). But it just didn't have the right smoky, peppery flavor profile. The people are nice, and there's free ice cream. But I brought a visiting family member and felt let down that it wasn't real Texas BBQ. Way too expensive to miss the mark this badly. 3*

The food was absolutely amazing! The service was fantastic from the moment you stepped inside. The atmosphere gives off a traditional BBQ vibe, but it's so clean and peaceful.

Most friendly staff and owner working behind the glass. The aesthetic of this place is spot on with a gorgeous patio as well as indoor seating. $21 for 1 meat, 2 sides, 2 slices of bread and unlimited pickles, jalapeños, onions, sauces, etc. But trust me and upgrade to $24 for 2 meats because the meat portion increases even if you only get one meat. I almost died when I saw the free vanilla soft serve. All meat is halal and brisket was phenomenal. They also had turkey and sausage but the sausage was out. Chicken is available as well but not as a platter option. Baked potato could've been a tad softer and pass on the mac and cheese. Do go for the potato salad and creamed corn. Levant BBQ is a lovely add to the Houston landscape.

Our son raved about Levant so we had to go, glad we did. We enjoyed a two meat plate that comes with two sides and added a 1/4 pound of smoked turkey. The sliced brisket was tender and full of flavor....great enough to make into the top ten brisket in the 2025 rodeo cookoff....this was the star of the show on our plate of tastiness. The house made sausage was tender and really good. The sides we selected were fried okra and hummus, both were top notch. The smoked turkey was the bomb. We also made a couple pieces of baklava disappear. The plate comes with bread and a nice condiments bar, pickled onions, fresh onions, assorted pickles, etc. They have complimentary soft serve ice cream. Met the owner, very nice guy. We'll be back. My wife saw a loaded brisket baked tater she may have to try.

Brisket - 9.5/10 Chicken - 9/10 Turkey - 9/10 Brisket potatoes - 9/10 Creamed corn - 8/10 Beans - 9/10 Mac and cheese - 8/10 Levant BBQ is the newest halal Mediterranean BBQ spot in town!! All the meats were cooked so well - juicy and tender! I really enjoyed the brisket but it could be a tad more flavorful. I also think the chicken and turkey were a bit salty. They have a variety of tasty sides to choose from and everything was fresh. It was definitely a great experience overall and i loved the ambiance.

This BBQ place had great reviews so we decided to check it out. We will 100% eat here again. This is a Mediterranean place so no pork. Don't let that detour you. I am not a brisket fan normally but this was amazing. I got the two meat plate with brisket and dark meat chicken. They were some of the best BBQ I have ever had. The potato salad and Cole slaw were good. One of the best additions was the garlic sauce. So yummy! Small wait and staff were super nice. The restaurant is also very nice inside.

Fast, tasty, fresh, and affordable. Friendly staff. It's a convenient BBQ with Greek flair.

Nice BBQ, all meat options are halal. It is a station style, order the meet then add sides to your plate. Brisket is good, not perfect. It could have been if it had less fat and more fresh. Sausage is ok, not perfectly fresh neither. Sides are ok, potato salad was very good. Lamb and ribs are separate. Beef ribs were good per my friend. Service is classic, nice welcome. The ambiance is really good, inside and terrace seating options.

I can see why this place isn't that busy. Or trending . Normally bbq places thrive in this area. But I ordered a two meat plate which is 25$ plus tax. Get brisket and sausage. The guy only gave me 2 slices of brisket , so they skimp a lot here. One sausage link which is about average . The brisket was decent nothing special , it's a bit over cooked . The sausage has no snap too it. It's a below average sausage . The Mac and cheese isn't cheesy or creamy enough it's pretty bland . The corn they make is decent. Overall I would say this place is just an average bbq place , nothing special . It was underwhelming tbh

Great place to be. Excellent food. Fantastic customer service. I love to try again. Beef sandwich was so juicy and enough

Amazing service, great food, you need to try this place out if you like Mediterranean bbq. They treat their customers with class.

Not impressed at all at the quality of food, the service, or the price. It is extremely expensive compared to the top BBQ restaurants in Houston such as Pappas BBQ, The Pit Room, and others. Additionally they refuse to give you lean meat for the high price they charge. Today they told me they have to weight the meat with all the fat on it and after I pay the high price they charge then they can remove the fat and dump it in the trash. I have never heard anything more ridiculous than that. I took my wife and kids and walked out after they said that. I will continue to eat at Pappas BBQ and The Pit Room to name a few who serve top quality BBQ at a much better pricing than Levant BBQ. Being Halal doesn't mean better and doesn't mean it's worth more. It's the greed of these people that gets me. I give them one star and will never return to this restaurant ever again.

I walked a mile from my hotel to try out Levant and I will say this: I will walk a mile again. The team here should be really proud of themselves for coming up with halal barbecue because this is a cuisine that is lacking generally and they do a wonderful job here. The brisket was moist and tender and hit the.spot (and I have had some top quality brisket all over the country). The sides were fresh and had great flavor to them. More than anything they put their soul into the service here and what they produce and that is a testament to how much they desire to offer quality. The ambiance and setting is great and there's plenty of seating to go about. Keep it up guys! Will definitely be back!

What a wonderful way to celebrate my father-in-law's 99th birthday! Sam and and the staff made us feel so welcome, and the food was delicious, as always!

Great food, but messy service and really skimpy portions. $24 for two meats but they give you two slices of brisket and a fat thing of chicken. People come to a BBQ for brisket and two slices is just shameful really. The mac and cheese is not very good, and it would be nice to have cones for the soft serve ice cream as well.

Review: (5/5) At first, I wasn't sure about stopping at Levant BBQ, but I'm so glad I did. The moment I walked in, the smell of BBQ hit me--smoky sausage, brisket, and all the right flavors in the air. That alone let me know I made the right choice. The food did not disappoint. The meat was cooked to perfection--tender, juicy, and literally falling off the bone. Every bite was packed with flavor. On top of that, the staff was incredibly kind. I ended up being a dollar or two short on my tab, and instead of making a big deal about it, they still gave me my food and drink without hesitation. That kind of hospitality is rare, and it definitely made an impression. I'll 100% be back--amazing food and even better people!

5 Stars - Brisket Like No Other! Hands down, the best brisket I've ever had - it literally melts in your mouth! The flavor, tenderness, and quality are top-tier. The place is also super clean, and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. As a local business owner of TX Wraps, I really appreciate seeing other local spots deliver such amazing service. I'll definitely be back and will continue to support businesses like this!

Food was great, most important the service was Top tier. You know it's good when the kids Finish their food.

I went here Sunday night and ordered the double portion of Lean Brisket with a pair sides I never had here before being their beans and creamed corn. The brisket was very delicious, beefy, hearty, salted well, had great smokiness, had a great bark, very tender as in plastic fork-cut, high quality and juicy without being dry or too lean. It was the epitome of awesome TX style bbq brisket. I ate some bites with two different bbq sauces they have bc they're both great with some tanginess, mild sweetness and peppery notes all in one. The creamed corn wasn't bad, but not anything I would bother to get again. It could've used more density in the cream and more sweetness maybe too. However, I really liked the beans I got due to their chili type flavor, savoriness, chunkiness in texture from being full of beans, bell peppers, onions, etc. I would certainly get those again. Great, friendly service.

I came here on grand opening day to get some takeout! I got the loaded baked potato with brisket, and I also picked up a brisket plate with Mac and cheese, creamed corn, and fried okra for my brother. We both really enjoyed the food! Brisket was nice, flavorful and tender. Also, service was great considering how crowded/busy it was. Ambiance was really nice too. I'll definitely be back!

Randomly came here for convinced, ended up being the best meal I had in Houston so far. I wish there was halal BBQ in California!

It's a beautiful restaurant. The aroma of Texas barbecue hits you when you walk in. Service is great! Everyone is very polite and helpful. The brisket was phenomenal! Juicy, perfectly tender and the seasoning was *chef's kiss*. A big bonus is that it's fully halal putting it on par with the best barbecue joints in town. Will definitely be returning!

The lamb neck is unreal--tender, rich, cooked to absolute perfection. As someone who thinks brisket is usually overrated, theirs was spot-on and full of flavor. The beef rib? Insane. Huge, juicy, and melts in your mouth. Everything is halal, no pork on the menu. But the turkey sausage, packed with Mediterranean spices, more than makes up for it--super flavorful and unique. Every single dish we tried was phenomenal. This place absolutely deserves a spot on your list. Also, got to chat with the pitmaster--genuinely kind and clearly passionate about the craft.

Wowzers. This barbecue is the best in town. And their beef is USDA Prime. Really nice ambiance inside.

Amazing soft brisket, fast service, great customer service. From California to Texas, a must try.

Excellent brisket flavor and variety of sides. Serving sizes were plentiful and staff was open for questions and provided great customer service

Service was very warm and friendly. Their lamb leg fell off the bone, the brisket was really good and the right balance of meat and fat, and the japapeno sausage was the dark horse for me, and a fave. You can get toum and hummus on the side and the fried okra was perfectly crisply cooked. The barboussa drinks was a dose of nostalgia for me too. Great open space, with shaded patio seating outside. Come for a great hangout with friends.

Food is absolutely delish. Love the sides offered and the brisket is amazing. In my next trip I'm trying the loaded fries.

Wow! I was impressed with the selection of BBQ, and the taste of everything I ordered. I'm looking forward to trying all the different sausage options to compare. I got the wet brisket and jalapeño sausage. Both were amazing. Smoke Master just said he had won Top 10 at Houston Rodeo and I can see why. Sides all looked great, I got the Baked Beans, amazing, little heat. And the cream corn, so much flavor. Table next to use said the Mac n Cheese was wonderful also. DO NOT WAIT TO TRY THIS PLACE OUT.

Unfortunately, four member from our party of nine got food poisoning after eating dinner at Levant Saturday night. The bbq was good but unfortunately the tomato salad and side salad that all 4 of us ate had us all vomiting for 24hrs. Please be careful with the sides when eating there.

Quality of food appears to be degrading. My last experience was not good. Food on the line was old and stale.

It's my first time visiting this place as I saw it driving by. I must say it is pretty damn good barbecue and the place is very charming, especially for the location. It's in. However, I must say I am never actually been disappointed in a macaroni and cheese before this was very disappointing. It was very watery and gross. I've never had macaroni and cheese like this. If this is what they are planning to serve, I hope they really reconsider the recipe. Macaroni and cheese in Texas is a big deal and no one wants to eat macaron in a watery cheese sauce.

The Owner is very nice. This place looks really nice on the inside, clean, food was good too. I'll definitely be back to eat more BBQ

Significantly better this time. Got a lot of the meat options and they are all delicious. Definitely recommend this spot. I want to come back soon.

I don't really review BBQ because I might be Texan but BBQ just really is not my thing. I've been out of the country for a few weeks and when I returned I noticed this place finally opened and it was slam packed EVERYDAY. So I gave in and decided to grab some to go. Yall this brisket blew my mind! Out of the limited times I've had BBQ I can confidently say Levant has changed my mind on BBQ! The brisket literally falls apart and it has the perfect amount of fat. It's not dry and it's perfectly seasoned. I think I'm going to give BBQ a second chance.

Fresh and flavorful food, great service, clean, welcoming atmosphere, and consistency. We go out of our way to come here. They don't just do flavorful and tender BBQ, their sides are all fresh and have sweets that are a surprisingly good accompaniment. Plus complimentary soft serve! Will keep coming back!

My family and I tried out Levant today and we're pleasantly surprised by how good all the meat was. We got the Levant Feast which includes brisket, beef rib, turkey, chicken, and sausage. Unfortunately they didn't have sausage on the day we went, but the rest of the meat was so good we didn't mind. The brisket was the star of the show. Up until now, Pinkerton's has been my favorite place to get brisket but Levant has officially replaced them. The beef ribs are better than the ones at Pinkerton. The sides were decent, but nothing to write hime about. We tried the okra, potato salad, beans, cole slaw, and the garden salad. The customer service was great and the free soft serve to finish off the meal was a nice sweet treat. The whole family loved it. Will definitely be back! Side note: The only thing that was a bit strange was that they didn't really have anything for us to eat on and seemed kind of confused when we asked. The food was served on wooden cutting boards but there was nothing for us to actually our individual portions on. We were given the little paper boats that they use for sides when we asked. I would recommend at least having paper plates or butcher paper available for people to eat on

I went to Levant barbecue for the first time today. I had seen them interviewed on TV a while back. I thought to myself, how can they be so different? I went and ordered the Shawarma brisket sandwich. It was absolutely out of this world! The wait staff was absolutely wonderful and the ambience was great! I will be going back there again for sure!

Ordered the 2 meat plate. The sausage was so dry the 3 people who ordered it didn't eat it. It didn't have any flavor. I ordered the brisket as well, wet, and I received 2 thin slices, that weighed.33 of a pound. It was rather dry, and crumbly. In my opinion, the meat was leftover from at least the day before. The sides I ordered were the cucumber dill, I took one bite. The cucumbers were diced so small, and even though I filled my spoon, there was only one diced piece of cucumber. It was drowning in a tasteless sauce. My other side was mixed raw vegetables. They were fine, no seasoning or sauce. The place was clean and the decor was nice. The service personnel seemed confused. Needless to say, we won't be returning.

It's opening day here and I'm bummed about my experience. The place is super nice inside but the it's better than the food. It's pretty ballsy to plant a new bbq spot around the corner from Roegels on Voss. It looks like the family that owns the place was here but did not give a Texas welcome to its customers. Price: $21 for a quarter pound of dry brisket. That's pretty strong. The cole slaw was almost standard...too much white onion. The Mac and cheese was way too soft and soggy. I could not finish it. There's no brewed tea. Bbq & no tea in Houston? This is definitely a Mediterranean fusion bbq place where's there's no guy working the wood over the fire. Clientele: non-Texans.

Service was good very friendly and accommodating. Food was very bland! BBQ was horrible! Don't under the pomegranate flavoring not good at all. Chicken was under cooked, potato was decent and so were the beans. Not a place I would recommend if you are looking for a true BBQ experience. Ambiance was nice.

This place is amazing and believe its a family owned restaurant. Has great food, good vibes. Their brisket was perfect. Though seating area is bit tight but the service is great. Must try out

Ok. They have been open 10 days so will give them a break:). They were out of turkey, sausage and i guess french fries as my buddy tried to order loaded fries and said they were out. I ordered 1 meat platter and to be honest was too expensive as i got half chicken breast and wing w 2 sides for 21.00! What!? Chicken was good and bbq sauce great. The sides i ordered. Beans rice and cheesy corn. Some of the best sides i have had at bbq anywhere!!!! I put the rice into the beans to make a beans and rice combo. So good! I would come back just to try more sides! Also 3.50 for a fountain drink? I wish them well but they have to get things in order for sure

Dropped in this afternoon for a quick bite. Must say it's one of the best BBQ that I have ever tasted. We had the brisket and house sausage. Both were incredible. Salad and rice also remarkable. Staff was very friendly, we will definitely come back.

First time being there, Got a brisket baked potato, it was the best I had. This will be definitely my only BBQ spot!!!

Excellent flavors and service! Really enjoyed the sausage and brisket, like that fact that they have a vinegar based sauce too!