BBQ

Casual American BBQ on NW 27th Ave in Miami, serving breakfast through late night with outdoor seating, delivery and catering.

American-style barbecue from Brother's Bar-B-Que Pit on NW 183rd St in Miami Gardens, Florida, north of Miami.

Venezuelan-style grilled meats, burgers and fast food at Carne en Vara Express on NE 186th St in North Miami Beach.

Longtime Pearland BBQ on Broadway St with slow-smoked brisket, classic sides, outdoor seating and a family-friendly setup.

Women-owned mom-and-pop BBQ on Airport Blvd near Houston's Hobby Airport, with a simple menu, desserts and a private dining room.

Casual Bellaire spot on Bissonnet St for smoked meat platters and sandwiches, with a long list of sides.

American barbecue in Houston's Montrose neighborhood, served by Brookstreet Bar-B-Q on Missouri St.

Downtown Houston bar and grill on Rusk St mixing barbecue with Mexican and fusion dishes in a sports-bar setting.

Downtown Houston lunch spot for American BBQ on Dallas St, with dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering.

American barbecue in Woodway Augusta Plaza on Woodway Dr on Houston's Westside, from The Brisket House.

Old-school BBQ joint on Freeport St in Northeast Houston, in business since 1981 with taxidermy and Texas memorabilia on the walls.

Longtime family-run BBQ in Houston's Acres Home on De Priest St, with smoked ribs, brisket and housemade sausage.

Black-owned BBQ inside a Valero corner store on Jackrabbit Rd in Houston's Chimney Hill, with dine-in, takeout and catering.

American-style barbecue from Brown Sugar's Bar-B-Q, located at 111 Greens Road in Houston, Texas.

American BBQ and catering on Cutten Rd in Houston, with outdoor seating, dine-in, takeout and delivery.

American barbecue from The Meating Place BBQ on FM 1774 in Magnolia, Texas, northwest of Houston.

BBQ, sandwiches, soul food and tacos from Brown's Backyard BBQ on McCart Ave in Fort Worth's South Hills South area.

Counter-service American barbecue on Mountain Creek Pkwy in southwest Dallas, with takeout, delivery and catering.

Down-home BBQ on Azle Ave in Fort Worth, with barbecue plates, burgers, a covered patio and a drive-through.

Laid-back BBQ on S Saginaw Blvd in Saginaw, Texas, with ribs, brisket and chicken, a drive-through, full bar and live music.

Laid-back Korean BBQ on Emerald St in Northwest Dallas, with skewers, soups, a full bar and late-night food.

Oak-smoked barbecue from a long-standing chain on South Dixie Highway near Florida City, with a drive-through and full bar.

Tabletop Korean BBQ on NW 2nd St in Miami, under the same roof as Sushi Cafe, in a relaxed, wheelchair-accessible setting.

Delivery-focused American-style barbecue from Smokey Trails BBQ on NW 7th Avenue in Miami, Florida.

Casual American barbecue inside Fiesta Pawn Shop on S Post Oak Rd in Houston, with dine-in, takeout and catering.

Black- and veteran-owned American BBQ food truck on S Texas 6 in Houston's Pavilion area, serving lunch and dinner with quick service.

Westheimer Rd barbecue joint in Houston's Westside, serving brisket, ribs, sausage and family platters with a daily beer happy hour.

Texas barbecue chain location on Hwy 6 N in Houston's Yorktown Crossing area, with a private dining room, beer, catering and a kids' menu.

Casual, quiet barbecue on West Little York Road in northwest Houston, with counter service, beer and a kids' menu.

Black-, veteran- and women-owned American BBQ on W Richey Rd in Houston, with catering, beer and wine, outdoor seating and a kids' menu.

American BBQ on FM 1960 Rd E in Humble, Texas, part of the Spring Creek Barbeque chain, in a plain setting that works well for families.

American barbecue from Spring Creek Barbeque on Tomball Pkwy in Houston, with quick service, beer and a private dining room.

Pit-fired barbecue and bean-to-bar chocolate under one roof on N Elm St in Tomball, Texas, in a rustic dining room.

Texas-style barbecue from a casual local chain on Sycamore School Road in Fort Worth's Candleridge, with ribs, plates and family-style meals.

Dallas outpost of Spring Creek Barbeque on W Wheatland Rd, with fast service, beer, desserts and a private dining room.

Texas-style ribs, sandwiches and family-style meals from the Soulmans chain on South Lancaster Road in Dallas.