Fainmous BBQ
Barbecue · Houston
About Fainmous BBQ
En Fainmous BBQ, traemos el auténtico sabor de Tennessee a tu mesa con nuestra barbacoa cocinada a fuego lento. Disfruta de nuestro delicioso pulled pork, jugoso brisket y acompañamientos caseros, todo preparado con cariño y pasión. Te invitamos a vivir una experiencia BBQ inolvidable, ¡directamente...
En Fainmous BBQ, traemos el auténtico sabor de Tennessee a tu mesa con nuestra barbacoa cocinada a fuego lento. Disfruta de nuestro delicioso pulled pork, jugoso brisket y acompañamientos caseros, todo preparado con cariño y pasión. Te invitamos a vivir una experiencia BBQ inolvidable, ¡directamente desde Houston!
What Customers Say About Fainmous BBQ
Fainmous BBQ is a hidden gem known for its delicious and affordable BBQ sandwiches, especially the brisket and pulled pork. Customers rave about the friendly owners, the moist and tender meat, and the addictive pineapple sweet tea. The $8 lunch special is a steal.
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Tip: Try the two meat sandwich with brisket and pulled pork, and don't miss the pineapple tea. Be aware that online orders may not always be fulfilled due to catering events.
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Fainmous BBQ Houston Reviews
Got the brisket bbq sandwich special. Came with Fries and ice cold lemonade for only $8 which is a great price for the area. I would have paid more the sandwich was great. Bun was soft and brisket was so tasty and the flavor and smoke lingered in my mouth. Service was great I’ll def be back.
What a great establishment! Only paying $8 for sandwich, fries and drink is unreal. Also the nicest and most faithful couple I have ever met! I’m going to tell everyone to come eat here and can’t wait till i come back.
So delicious! Went for the first time and will definitely be back. The fries were amazing—the seasoning was absolutely perfect. The pineapple tea was sooo good, and the brisket and pulled pork were incredibly juicy and full of flavor. On top of that, the owners were so nice and very welcoming. I’ll definitely be back and will be telling everyone about this place!
The owners of this restaurant are so sweet and they make it feel like home. Our first visit today was a moment to remember. The meat is smoked to perfection and tender. The pineapple sweet tea is so delicious we purchased a gallon to go.
The food was so delicious!!! I will be back for sure. We tried all three meats, chicken, pulled pork, and chopped beef sandwiches. Every single sandwich was very moist. The meat was very tender and the sauce was perfect.
At the time of my entrance, I felt so welcomed and valued as a new customer. I’ve heard nothing but good things and couldn’t wait to get back in town to try it out. The food live up to the compliments, the place is nice and clean and comfortable. The very beautiful couple (the owners) are so nice and appreciative of their customers. Very pleasant and didn’t mind elaborating on the menu. I will for sure be back a million more times. God bless you guys.
The owner and his wife and staff friendly super friendly barbecue was excellent. I got the two meat sandwich, pulled pork and brisket with the pineapple tea 10 out of 10 definitely come back and try the chicken. The owner gave me a sample of the chicken and it was delicious.
Owner super nice. My husband found them on TikTok and we tried them for lunch. First off the Pineapple tea is so tasty. I had chopped brisket with the spicy sauce. Meat tender and sauce gives a little kick that is just right. The seasoned fries, awesome not salty at all, they were just right. Will definitely be back.
I had an amazing experience! The customer service and hospitality were top-notch from the moment I walked in. My BBQ sandwich was absolutely delicious flavorful, fresh, and made just right. The price was perfect too not to mention the meal was $8, where can you get a full meal for that price that’s anct delicious!!!!especially for the quality of food and service I received. Definitely recommending this place to everyone and I’ll be back soon! Love it !!!!!
I ate here when they first opened a few times but it had been a while since then. They have simplified their menu down to a BBQ sandwich with fries and a drink. The meat selection is chopped brisket, pulled pork or chicken. The 1 meat option is only $8. I went with the 2 meat option for $10 and tried the pulled pork and brisket. I also went with the spicy sauce option and it brought some very nice heat. The sandwich was great and left full. Staff is super friendly. For very little more than one would pay for a Big Mac value meal, you get a tasty BBQ sandwich, fries and a drink. I'll be back soon.
The couple that owns this place really take pride in their food and service. The BBQ is exemplary and on par with much higher prices at the big name restaurants. For $8 you get a beef, pork or chicken sandwich with fries and a drink. I feel like a robber the price is so reasonable. Put on your mask and go enjoy the food, you won’t be disappointed.
I was in the area and decided to give Fainmous a try after seeing the reviews about their lunch specials. I had the sandwich special, BBQ sandwich, fries, and a drink for about $8. Considering today's prices, the deal can't be beat. You can choose beef, pork, or chicken, and even upgrade to two meats for just $2 more (still a steal at $10). I tried their homemade pineapple tea, which was very tasty and refreshing, not too sweet. The sandwich itself was smoky and flavorful with a spicy kick from the sauce (they also offer a regular sauce option). Great value, great flavor definitely worth a visit.
This placed lived up to my expectations. Located in a small strip center off Washington Ave., this small business should be thriving. Owners (husband & wife team) were kind and personable. They explained the menu. The lunch menu has several meat options. The cheapest is an affordable and economical $8. I had the 1 meat option and chose chopped BBQ. The sandwich came with fries. I requested lean cut (less fat). The owner chopped the BBQ while I waited and was conscientious of my request. The fries were tasty and well cooked - not too crunchy and also not mushy. The sandwich was delicious. I did not opt for the pineapple tea, but my friend did and she enjoyed it. If I find another week day open at lunch time, I will definitely make my way out. Get out there and get some BBQ at Fainmous. I'm told they also have vegan options. THEY ALSO CATER - I'm hoping to find something I need catered.
Small family business offering a simple BBQ sandwich menu. Sandwiches come with fries and a drink. The prices are very affordable and the sandwich tastes great and the fries are well seasoned and crispy. The owners are very friendly and provide good service. The interior is simple with enough seating. Parking is a bit of an issue due to the lot being used by many other businesses.
It’s honestly frustrating coming here. Every other day they are closed. I try to support black owned businesses, but it’s really hard when they don’t even respect their customers times, There’s people traveling from all over Houston to enjoy your food, the least you can do is have ACTUAL operating hours. Your business will never be successful if you can’t even operate on the times that YOU set. Editing : because I just witnessed two other customers try to visit. Do not come here unless you are for sure they will be open.
I’ve tried to eat here three days in a row, but it seems like the owner doesn’t value their customers’ time. If you’re going to be closed, update your hours on Google Maps. Customers shouldn’t have to find out whether you’re open or not from a piece of paper taped to the window. We’re not living in the last century — time is valuable.
I’ve got to give a 1 star for now. I drove 25 minutes one way to try their food. The hours online said open from 11-9 today. I’m here and it’s 1:50pm and the lights are off and the door is locked. No one is inside. There is not a note or sign on the door and the phone number listed is disconnected. Maybe they’re out of business. If not, it just takes a few minutes to update your hours on google. At the very least have a working phone number. I saw this place on TikTok via a creator named Nakia and had planned to do my own review today. I’m not sure if I will be back or not. I’ve wasted my time, my gas and I’m still hungry. Update: While I was sitting here two guys drove up and pulled on the door too. So in less than 30 minutes that’s at least 3 people who wasted time and effort while trying to support this business on today.
I placed on online order with this restaurant and never received my order or refund. I received a call from a woman shortly after placing my order and she said that they couldn't fulfill my order because they had a catering event that evening and I guess whoever was supposed to turn off online ordering, didn't. She also told me to hold her accountable for getting my money back, which, I didn't ever receive back. So, this is my way of holding you accountable. This would have been my first time trying out this restaurant, but this type of service does not motivate me to actually try their food. UPDATE! Well, I never received a text message from you and after returning your call, leaving a voice mail and text message, still nothing! Great customer service!
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