Alsor S.
Yelp
San Antonio BBQ lovers (and visiting tourists), let me introduce you to a new BBQ joint that opened in 2022 and will disrupt the San Antonio BBQ scene. Reese Bros Barbecue is a family-run business operated by two brothers. And, these guys can cue!!!!. This. eclectic BBQ joint , located on the Eastside of San Antonio, is just a few blocks away from the Alamodome. The neighborhood is a bit sketchy so you may want to drive instead of walking from the Alamodome. Whatever you do, GO because this place ought to be on Texas Monthly's top 10 Texas BBQ restaurants.
Why? Well, I'm glad you asked. The sausages are seasoned, ground meat in a casing perfection! There are two sausage options.
Let's start with the Brisket Boudin, it's beefy, smoky, spicy shredded brisket with Cajun-flavored rice inside of a casing. And, as God said in the first book of the Bible, it is good!!! If you like your food spicy and hot, like I like my men, you better beat me to the line and get you some of that boudin. And while you're at it, also try option #2, the Queso Fundido Links, a spicy, Mexican-influenced Kielbasa with chunks of white cheese. The Queso Fundido is also delicious and worth the calories and the cost. The sausages cost $6.00 each. They are a nice size and they are made in-house.
Now, because this is Texas and brisket is king of Texas BBQ, I must give a nod to the brisket and say that it is tender and good. Personally, I would like just a tad more seasoning on the brisket, but probably no one is going to complain about this besides me.
Reese Bros also offer pork ribs, pulled pork and sometimes carnitas. Sadly, I have never seen barbecue chicken on the menu, but I hope that they will expand their menu in the future. In addition to the standard menu, special items are sometimes offered like tortas, which is a Mexican-style sandwich.
Please note:
I am not a fan of the two bbq sauces on offer. I think there was chili powder in the red BBQ sauce and that was not to my liking. I have some highly developed taste buds and that taste just did not work for me. My recommendation is to eat the meat and bring your favorite BBQ sauce in someone's pocketbook.
Now, let's move on to the side dishes. There are currently four options--potato salad, coleslaw, beans with okra and my personal favorite the poblano macaroni & cheese. All of the sides are worthy of spending your hard earned green dollars.
For dessert there's strawberry cobbler, but I can't tell you how that is because they are always sold out.
So, here's the rub, Reese Bros BBQ has limited hours of service. Right now, they are open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday's from 11 am - 5 pm, but, the food sells out fast. One day when I went, they were sold out by 1:30 pm. I got my food, but I just sat on the patio and watched several disappointed patrons walk away without satisfying their barbecue cravings. If you go, heed my advice and arrive by 11 am, walk up to the outdoor counter with confidence and order a little bit of everything.
Be warned, all of the seating is outdoors and it is a bit rustic. The flies are rather annoying. Also, be careful when parking because most of the parking is a dirt and gravel lot. Unfortunately, I picked up a screw in my tire and had to buy a new tire right after I left the restaurant.
By the way, although the entire dining experience is outdoors, the service is exceptional. These guys are nice. They periodically check on their guests and address any concerns. The food is also quickly delivered to your table.
Alrighty Foodie Family, ya'll know how we do, you better go get you some, but, I'm gonna tell mama if you eat up all of my sausages.