Convenience West

First time here. Visited with my brother in law Frank. Lot of history for us former Marfans. The brisket & ribs were some of the best that I have had. I travel full time and have eaten BBQ all over the US. This ranks amongst the best. From Austin’s BBQ scene, Tennessee, to the Carolinas. Thank you and good luck!

This is it: the place, the mecca, heaven on earth. If you are into bbq, you must stop and try this place. You won’t be disappointed, and you will absolutely leave full. Outdoor seating only, so come prepared. Great friendly people working there. What I got: Brisket Torta: 10/10 Cajun red beans: 9/10 great flavor

The BBQ was amazing, and the portions are huge. I love how they give you some tortillas, it made eating the smoked meat easier. It was the end of the day, so the chef brought out some free blueberry crumble. It hit the spot, and was a great end to a delicious meal.

Marfa is not the easiest place to get to, unless you live there, but this bbq joint is worth the drive. If you didn't know Tx. had mountains then it's a scenic drive. These guys are doing it right, with some great brisket, sausage and burnt ends. The trip is worth the dining experience at the end. This is some dang good bbq. Go see the Marfa lights and plan a stop at Convenience West. You won't be disappointed.

Wow. Floored by how good the craft bbq available in Marfa is! Get everything on the menu, but make sure you especially get the carrot dip dip! Oh and add extra tortillas!

Merrill Davis

Brisket was moist, cooked perfectly and cut in generous slices. The sauce had the perfect level of spice. The brisket boudin sausage had a great balance of flavors and texture. The homemade pickles and onions were delicious and the sides - sweet potato salad, garlic green beans and the carrot dip - were thoroughly enjoyable. The weather was crisp and cool so we ate at one of the outside tables and loved how everything came out on treys so deliciously arranged. It’s clear the owner is tremendously talented and takes great care in creating an unforgettable BBQ experience in Marfa. Highly recommend!

Emily C.

The most divine BBQ I've ever had, hands down, no doubt. The brisket here is heavenly: moist and incredibly tender, with a buttery quality that insists you say "wow!!" after each.and.every.bite. The collard greens are true Collard Queens, with a sweetness that elevates then to some next level kinda veggies. Even the veggie garnishes are amazing, particularly the pickled red onions. Please, do yourself a favor and experience this flavor firsthand. It may just be the best decision you make all year.

Samantha

Delicious BBQ and great service! We went during spring break, and the food was great. The brisket was really good, and the all beef frito sausage was one of a kind. If you like pickles, ask for the extra side order…the pickles are made there! Convenience West is listed in Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ list, and lives up to the ranking. Definitely plan to stop here if you’re visiting West Texas/Marfa. I believe it’s only open Friday and Saturday evenings! There is no indoor dining, you’ll park, get in line, order food at the front. Picnic tables are outside! The BBQ was worth the wait!

Andrea Rios

Good LORD!! Everything was absolutely phenomenal. Brisket was soft and moist and the ribs had a delicious and beautiful layer of spices crusted on top. The bbq sauce was YUMMY! All the sides were so unique and flavorful. We got the broccoli salad, sweet potato salad, and the corn salad. They added such a nice freshness paired with the meats. The PICKLES!!! Omg. I should have ordered more. We arrived on a Friday night around 6:00 and there was no wait. Ample outdoor seating, and cool vibes.

Keeson Jurick

Delicious BBQ! Ribs fell right off the bone and were seasoned to perfection! The turkey was also delicious! First time having sweet potato salad and I was not disappointed... It was awesome! Washed it all down with an ice cold beer just topped off the experience!

Lisa Tornabene

Hands down the best BBQ I’ve ever had. I wish I was there now! 🌵🐍😊. Kind and friendly people. Everything tasted fresh. Served hot! Yum yum.! Pickles and red onions OMG! Definitely going back next time I’m in town. Great job folks!!

Neil Robertson

I’m going to say it: the best ribs I have ever had. And the brisket is up there. Even the potato salad may be the best potato salad I’ve had. This place is incredible. I will never come to Marfa again without planning around getting bbq from here because I don’t think I can be in Marfa and not eat here without complete regret. From the hot links to the chicken, it was just a highlight. The added tortillas and salsa to make tacos was just a bonus. I have yet to even mention the pickles. Order the pickles! What a highlight of my time in Marfa. But it was so good that this place was a highlight beyond just my visit. You do have to order ahead. So, if you’re visiting, plan early! Their hours and food availability seem very limited right now. But I hope you don’t miss out.

Sam R

As a Texan I've had my fair share of great bbq from Lockhart to Franklin's and can confidently say that Convenience West holds their own. The brisket tacos were good and the chicken was super tender, juicy and delicious. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting bbq to go hear.

Kelsey

Best barbeque I have ever had.. the pork ribs melted in your mouth and brisket was perfection. I recommend you show up by 6pm because things start selling out pretty fast. The side were also good- the beets were great. Check out their smoker in the front of the store :)

MJ B

We picked up some BBQ one night while in Marfa to take home to enjoy. Convenience West makes a highly desirable brisket that was full of smoked flavor. We tried the Frito Chili Pie sausage and I ended up eating ALL of it. The cornbread is phenomenal and also very pretty from the blue cornmeal. As sides, we picked beans and beets. The next morning as well as the one after, I turned the leftover brisket into breakfast tacos with eggs and cheese. Highly recommend everyone to swing by when they are open to try this gem in the lovely Marfa, Texas!!

Temecula6

First time here. Visited with my brother in law Frank. Lot of history for us former Marfans. The brisket & ribs were some of the best that I have had. I travel full time and have eaten BBQ all over the US. This ranks amongst the best. From Austin’s BBQ scene, Tennessee, to the Carolinas. Thank you and good luck!

david bensen

This is it: the place, the mecca, heaven on earth. If you are into bbq, you must stop and try this place. You won’t be disappointed, and you will absolutely leave full. Outdoor seating only, so come prepared. Great friendly people working there. What I got: Brisket Torta: 10/10 Cajun red beans: 9/10 great flavor

Andrew W

The BBQ was amazing, and the portions are huge. I love how they give you some tortillas, it made eating the smoked meat easier. It was the end of the day, so the chef brought out some free blueberry crumble. It hit the spot, and was a great end to a delicious meal.

Road Wanderer

Marfa is not the easiest place to get to, unless you live there, but this bbq joint is worth the drive. If you didn't know Tx. had mountains then it's a scenic drive. These guys are doing it right, with some great brisket, sausage and burnt ends. The trip is worth the dining experience at the end. This is some dang good bbq. Go see the Marfa lights and plan a stop at Convenience West. You won't be disappointed.

Josh Swope

Wow. Floored by how good the craft bbq available in Marfa is! Get everything on the menu, but make sure you especially get the carrot dip dip! Oh and add extra tortillas!

The barbecue was phenomenal although they were out of brisket when we got there. Sides were great. Carrot Dip Dip is fantastic. Some things to note: -There is no indoor seating and the outdoor seating lacks shade. -They do not have ice, so if you are getting water with your meal, expect it to be hot. You may want to order a drink rather than getting water so that it’s cold. -The dill pickles are more like bread and butter pickles, not true dills. -The staff is super nice and helpful, but with as busy as this place gets, things can be a bit slow.

What? No brisket? Wasn’t even on the menu, which was a shocker since all the reviews bragged about it, and the reason we spent our 1 dinner there while in Marfa. Tri-tip was just ok, but it’s a poor meat choice for bbq. Where’s the brisket?!. Sauce provided was just ok. Dip dip was tasty. Potato salad sweet and surprisingly tasty. Cornbread was outstanding. All outdoor seating which is nice, but it looked like they had indoor seating that they weren’t using - prob fear from Covid days, but I think we’re past that. Seems our expectations were too high. 4 stars is generous by Texas BBQ standards.

Solid place in town if not the only good place in town to get fantastic bbq plates and sides. Very good meats and tons of side options. Fast pick up for order ahead option. Adjacent seating at picnic tables after 5pm. 4-5pm you can get to go orders if you order days ahead which we did. Super kind server works there to. She rocks! Frito pie sausage is dope! Get that for something different. The house bbq sauce is also very good!

Great BBQ, good sides, good prices and friendly service. Only wish they had more covered setting, its Texas and the sun is brutal. I really like the side options, different and delicious. Meat was tender and juicy, really good bbq sauce too! Get there early or it’ll be sold out. 😋

Sarah Page

The barbecue was phenomenal although they were out of brisket when we got there. Sides were great. Carrot Dip Dip is fantastic. Some things to note: -There is no indoor seating and the outdoor seating lacks shade. -They do not have ice, so if you are getting water with your meal, expect it to be hot. You may want to order a drink rather than getting water so that it’s cold. -The dill pickles are more like bread and butter pickles, not true dills. -The staff is super nice and helpful, but with as busy as this place gets, things can be a bit slow.

Michael Horne

What? No brisket? Wasn’t even on the menu, which was a shocker since all the reviews bragged about it, and the reason we spent our 1 dinner there while in Marfa. Tri-tip was just ok, but it’s a poor meat choice for bbq. Where’s the brisket?!. Sauce provided was just ok. Dip dip was tasty. Potato salad sweet and surprisingly tasty. Cornbread was outstanding. All outdoor seating which is nice, but it looked like they had indoor seating that they weren’t using - prob fear from Covid days, but I think we’re past that. Seems our expectations were too high. 4 stars is generous by Texas BBQ standards.

Josh Hockett

Solid place in town if not the only good place in town to get fantastic bbq plates and sides. Very good meats and tons of side options. Fast pick up for order ahead option. Adjacent seating at picnic tables after 5pm. 4-5pm you can get to go orders if you order days ahead which we did. Super kind server works there to. She rocks! Frito pie sausage is dope! Get that for something different. The house bbq sauce is also very good!

D S

Great BBQ, good sides, good prices and friendly service. Only wish they had more covered setting, its Texas and the sun is brutal. I really like the side options, different and delicious. Meat was tender and juicy, really good bbq sauce too! Get there early or it’ll be sold out. 😋

10/10 carrot dip dip. I’ve never tasted anything quite like this. I really like that it wasn’t excessively sweet and seasoned with exotic spices. I could feel the carrot shining through. Easily the star of my dinner here much to my surprise. 8/10 the other sides. The corn was mid compared to the corn I had at Valentina’s in Austin. It just felt bland and it had too much going on. It was also a little too dry. I thought the curried beans were too bland as well but after a while they grew on me. The were cold and I needed something to counteract the overly salty brisket. 6/10 brisket. The cut of brisket was good, but it was waaaaay too salty. I did ask for burnt ends but I’ve never had burnt ends this salty before. I also felt some off flavors on one of the slices I got. Lastly no matter how much I tried sniffing around I wasn’t satisfied with how smoky the brisket felt. I saw a smoke ring but that was about it. 6/10 brisket tacos. There was too little brisket and too much other stuff. The brisket was simply overwhelmed by the sour cream and cheese, in stark contrast to what I observed at Valentina’s where the brisket played a starring role. 10/10 service. Everyone was super nice, and the bbq spot itself is a quaint establishment with a cute small-town vibe where the regulars are welcomed like old friends. It pains me to give this spot 3 stars because the carrot dip dip was phenomenal. But this is a bbq spot in Texas. Brisket is what matters. — @eddythefoodcritic

Eddy Hudson

10/10 carrot dip dip. I’ve never tasted anything quite like this. I really like that it wasn’t excessively sweet and seasoned with exotic spices. I could feel the carrot shining through. Easily the star of my dinner here much to my surprise. 8/10 the other sides. The corn was mid compared to the corn I had at Valentina’s in Austin. It just felt bland and it had too much going on. It was also a little too dry. I thought the curried beans were too bland as well but after a while they grew on me. The were cold and I needed something to counteract the overly salty brisket. 6/10 brisket. The cut of brisket was good, but it was waaaaay too salty. I did ask for burnt ends but I’ve never had burnt ends this salty before. I also felt some off flavors on one of the slices I got. Lastly no matter how much I tried sniffing around I wasn’t satisfied with how smoky the brisket felt. I saw a smoke ring but that was about it. 6/10 brisket tacos. There was too little brisket and too much other stuff. The brisket was simply overwhelmed by the sour cream and cheese, in stark contrast to what I observed at Valentina’s where the brisket played a starring role. 10/10 service. Everyone was super nice, and the bbq spot itself is a quaint establishment with a cute small-town vibe where the regulars are welcomed like old friends. It pains me to give this spot 3 stars because the carrot dip dip was phenomenal. But this is a bbq spot in Texas. Brisket is what matters. — @eddythefoodcritic