Pinkerton's Barbecue

4.6(4,651)

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Location & Hours

Address

1504 Airline Dr
Houston, Texas 77009
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 11:00 AM

MondayClosed

Tuesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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Contact Information

(713) 802-2000

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About Pinkerton's Barbecue

Texas-style brisket and ribs, plus sides and cobbler, dished up in a classic setting with rustic decor.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.6/5

Based on 4,651 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Jade M.

a month ago

Fall off the bone ribs, juicy prime brisket, and delicious bbq sauce. What stands out about this bbq place is the glazing. I didn’t try the pork (which is glazed) but I tried the chicken (which is gl...

Jimmy Shen

2 months ago

Pinkerton’s Barbecue is an outstanding BBQ spot in Houston that delivers authentic flavors with plenty of charm and character. The atmosphere perfectly complements the food—simple, welcoming, and true...

Marty

a month ago

4.6 Stars, Super tasty BBQ, the jalapeno sausage was outstanding, brisket was very tasty, Turkey was good. Ribs unfortunately were very overcooked, fell of the bone but they were a crispy dry chew not...

Naz Tava

a week ago

Hands down the best BBQ meat in Houston. Very tender and flavorful. The only flaw is that their sides are a bit basic and they don’t have a pickled station for you to pick out from like The Pit. But o...

Michael Mccormack

a month ago

I recently had the chance to visit Pinkerton’s BBQ in Houston, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. From the moment I walked in, the smell of slow-smoked meat filled the air, setting the stage for ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers consistently praise Pinkerton's BBQ, highlighting the outstanding quality and authentic barbecue experience. The overall sentiment is very positive, reflecting a highly rated dining destination.

Customer Favorites

The brisket and ribs are consistently praised for their tenderness, flavor, and perfect balance of smoke and fat. The barbecue sauce and jalapeño sausage also receive frequent positive mentions.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is described as simple, welcoming, and true to its roots, perfectly complementing the authentic barbecue. No specific details regarding service were mentioned.

Value & Quality

The food quality is consistently noted as exceptional, with the tenderness and flavor of the meats being particular highlights. No comments regarding pricing or portion sizes were mentioned.

Areas for Improvement

Some reviewers found the sides to be basic or lacking in flavor compared to the meats. One review noted the ribs being overcooked and dry.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews continue to emphasize the high quality of the brisket and ribs, while also mentioning positive experiences with sides like brisket mac and cheese and blueberry crisp. Some have also noted that the restaurant can sell out of popular items quickly, suggesting arriving early is beneficial.