Realm of Pawsibilities

Arrived Thursday afternoon to find a very small line offor ordering (thank goodness). By the time we were done ordering, our food was waiting for us hot and ready. One of the people working there was able to answer questions about ingredients and food allergies which is so refreshing. We got the brisket with green beans, cowboy beans, pickle pasta and the el tejano brisket taco. Everything had great flavor. The brisket wasn't too fatty or too dry. Would DEFINITELY eat here again.

Nick Vogelsang

I made the visit to Burnt Bean on a Sunday. I got there at 830 am and was eating at 1000 am. The wait was worth it. I got brisket, ribs, jalapeno cheddar sausage, el Cinco sausage, carne guisada taco, barbacoa taco, Chef's Special "La Sucia" (tostada topped with smoked lamb and beef belly), and the menudo. The Brisket was delicious. The tostada was amazing. I also got the cowboy beans which I had to fight my daughter for. Everything I ate was awesome. They were picked #1 BBQ joint by Texas Monthly for a reason. The service was great and the inside was nice. Seguin is also a great city to visit. It's a BBQ lovers top visit. Great job Ernest and Dave!

Brittany Delrosario

We got the brisket the house sausage and the pork ribs. All was phenomenal!! Can’t decide which was best because everything was great. The Mac n cheese tater tots cowboy beans and street corn casserole were all delicious!!! Also the guy with the purple mustache made it a wonderful experience waiting in line he came out greeted us and let us know everything was looking good enough food and had great such great customer service!! Shoutout to him!!

Rios Bah Q Pits

Finally made it here and it was great. The brisket and ribs were both tender and full of flavor. I really don't like green beans but these really tasted good. The drumsticks and sausage were very tasty.we drove an hour and a half,waited in line almost 3hrs and would gladly do it again for more of there bbq!

+10

Isac Kenney

Everything about this experience was a 10/10. I saw this was the number one BBQ spot in Texas Monthly and knew I had to make the drive to try it. Being an hour from Austin, got there around 8:15am and had about a dozen to 15 people in front of us for a Saturday. We met a few folks from San Antonio and became friends. That along with the cool indoor AC, Christmas tree for the cheery season and well organized flow of everything was a fantastic atmosphere. The service from the staff was top tier, the chief to Chris to constant check-in from everyone, it was nothing shy of spectacular. The food, mouth watering goodness. I haven’t had a better Mac and cheese of any variation of the BBQ spots I’ve tried so far in Texas. It was the best I’ve had. The Korean Beef Ribs stole the show for me too, moist, tender, and exceptionally amazing. They were the best I ever had as well. The brisket and sausage were phenomenal as well. The red velvet cake was sensational. They have a personal in house baker that makes the cakes from scratch and I must say, the cakes are not as sweet but that’s what it should taste like, not all loaded sugar and overwhelming sweetness. It was noticeably better tasting and loved every bit of it. This place truly was well worth the wait and one of the best BBQ experiences all around I’ve had so far in Texas. 12/10 recommend.

+6

Jayse

Hands down the best BBQ I’ve ever had! It’s that good. The line was wrapped around the block and down the corner — we waited about an hour and a half, but it was 100% worth it. The ribs were incredible, sweet and smoky, and the marbled brisket was melt-in-your-mouth good. The mac and cheese was delicious, and they give you plenty of bread and BBQ sauce with your meal. We even chatted with some friendly people, who were from all over the world, while waiting, which made the experience even better. Totally worth the hype!

Matt Franklin

The meat was truly exceptional, easily the best pork ribs I've ever had. The brisket was definitely top-tier, but it was the sides that truly stole the show, absolutely mind-blowing deliciousness. We got the Queso Mac with Hot Cheetos, the Cowboy Beans and the Pickle Pasta Salad. The pickle pasta salad is something out of a pickle lover's fever dream, and I loved every bite. The cowboy beans are hearty and just got better with every spoonful I ate. Trying them with a bit of the house BBQ sauce also kicked it up a bit. The queso mac n cheese was great, but didn't stand out quite as much as the other two sides.

+3

Amber Hines

We got there at 8:30. Got our food at 11:53. And I would do it again!!! Korean beef ribs were delicious a good sweet and savory. Brisket was juicy and had a good smoke flavor. Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage was good but did have a kick to it. As for sides queso mac was to die for. You add the hot cheeto crumbs they aren't spicy. Bacon ranch taters were good and flavorful. The only two things that could of been better were the cowboy beans and coleslaw, they weren't bad i liked them but wished they had more flavor. Honorable mentions: pickle pasta super delicious. And the sweet potato with toasted marshmallow could eat that for a lifetime!!! Dont forget the dessert we got banana pudding, carrot cake, German chocolate cake . They were all moist and packed with the best flavor!

+7

Bruce Blankenship

Rode our motorcycles early Sunday morning to get in line to experience “What Was Behind The Burnt Bean Door” !!!! Three of us rode in from League City 4:30 am to meet up with friends coming in from Kerrville. The family ahead of us recommended the Huevos Rancheros with Brisket. They were right, one of the best breakfast we had in a very long time. We also brought portable ice coolers with frozen water bottles to bring back very delicious brisket, ribs, turkey. The best part was the Pit Master/Owner Ernest Servantes took a picture with us by our motorcycles in front of Burnt Bean with Manager Chris taking the photo !!!! We’ll Be Back !!!!

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Steven Cheney

If you go on a weekend, get there sooner rather than later and be prepared to wait 90 minutes but just know IT IS WORTH IT. At most bbq places, the sides are just an afterthought. Here, they’re so good, they rival the mains. The dirty rice is insanely good. Same with the ranch bacon taters and beans. The brisket was so freaking good. And the house sausage (jack cheese and poblano) was delicious. My new favorite BBQ place. Will definitely be back and will recommend people travel here just for the food.

Rachel Barnard

We had to try everything on the menu because it all looks (and smells) incredible. We did exactly that, and honestly, nothing disappointed. But we had so much food and it was so rich that the 5 of us could finish half of what we ordered. The leftovers kept well though. The ribs were super tender and my favorite of the meats. The best flavor surprise was the corn pudding. Everyone agreed that it was a standout. It’s rich, slightly sweet, and the perfect balance to all the smoky meats. The place does get busy, so expect a wait, but the line doesn't form as early as some of the Austin BBQ spots and the owner decided to open up shop 30 minutes early! Definitely a spot worth the hype.

+3

Angel Blue Lopez

10/10! If I’m waking up at 5:30 a.m. on my day off just to be first in line for breakfast on a Sunday, you already know it’s worth it! The music always takes me back to childhood memories with my family, which makes it even more special. Ernest always comes by to check on us, and the staff is consistently so warm and welcoming. I truly love it here! 🫶🏻 Remember: Take home dessert!!! Banana pudding is my favorite but, the cakes are delicious too and they’re big slices. 🍰

To say I was excited to try the No. 1 BBQ spot on Texas Monthly's list would be an understatement. I visited during the off-season in winter and opted for Sunday brunch figuring the line would be mor…

To say I was excited to try the No. 1 bbq spot on Texas Monthly's list would be an understatement. I visited during the off-season in winter and opted for Sunday brunch figuring the line would be m…

Great service quick and easy and food was great , thanks true Texas bbq ..definitely coming back

Great service quick and easy and food was great , thanks true texas bbq ..definitely coming back

Great service quick and easy and food was great , thanks true texas bbq ..definitely coming back

Great service quick and easy and food was great , thanks true Texas bbq ..definitely coming back

My husband came in looking forward to eating some bbq. He left feeling like he'd just visited family. The owner is the most friendly, intuitive and talented chefs in the business. \n\nThe food is t…

Burnt Bean is the top-rated joint in the current Texas Monthly survey, so we were eager to try it. We arrived early and waited in line for 2.5 hours. \n\nWe ordered brisket, sausage, ribs, thick-cu…

Burnt Bean is the top-rated joint in the current Texas Monthly survey, so we were eager to try it. We arrived early and waited in line for 2.5 hours. \n\nWe ordered brisket, sausage, ribs, thick-cu…

Worth the wait: Reviewing the Texas Monthly Top BBQ Winner\n\nThe pilgrimage to the reigning Texas Monthly Top BBQ award winner is no small feat, requiring dedication that only the promise of truly…

Had chopped brisket sandwiches. So big couldn't eat it all! Cowboy beans and potatoes. Excellent! service and ambience were first rate! Didn't have to wait in line to long.

Had chopped brisket sandwiches. So big couldn't eat it all! Cowboy beans and potatoes. Excellent! Service and ambience were first rate! Didn't have to wait in line to long.

Had chopped brisket sandwiches. So big couldn't eat it all! Cowboy beans and potatoes. Excellent! Service and ambience were first rate! Didn't have to wait in line to long.

This place absolutely rocks--everything was phenomenal! The food was outstanding, and the staff was incredibly friendly, radiating genuine joy in their work. Can't wait to return!!

Awesome vibes and food. Best brisket and beans I've had from a BBQ joint. Got there early so had no problems getting food. Definitely recommend and will be back

This was my first visit to Burnt Bean but not the last. I ordered a 1/2 pound of moist brisket, cowboy beans, bacon ranch taters, El Cinco sausage, iced tea, banana pudding, German chocolate cake, an…

We went here on a Saturday. Arrived at 9:20 for the 11:00 opening. Plenty of parking on weekend nearby. Obtained food at 11:40. Nice air conditioned area with enough tables. Very friendly staff. Bris…

We went here on a Saturday. Arrived at 9:20 for the 11:00 opening. Plenty of parking on weekend nearby. Obtained food at 11:40. Nice air conditioned area with enough tables. Very friendly staff. Br…

Went on Sunday for breakfast. Oh my. Reviews we had read in advance led us there but the juevos were the best I've ever had anywhere. To the point that I'm not sure I'm willing to eat them anywh…

We have been wanting to try this place out for awhile. We decided to give it a try today, and it was definitely worth it. We tried a little bit of everything. Pork steak, ribs, brisket, and the red…

The wait was rather long but it was worth it. We had some briskets, turkey, chopped brisket with potao salad, street corn pudding and cowboy beans... Everything tasted delicious. The ambience is …

The wait was rather long but it was worth it. We had some briskets, turkey, chopped brisket with potao salad, street corn pudding and cowboy beans... Everything tasted delicious. The ambience is …

Awesome! Finally got to eat here. They close at three so timing hasn't worked out before. We got there about 12 on Sat and had to wait in line but was expecting that. It was worth it. We were…

So good!!! Must stop! Hubs had the pork chop and I had the Moroccan lamb plate. We got pints of potato salad and cowboy beans and finished with a banana pudding. Everything was sooooo good! Flavors…

So good!!! Must stop! Hubs had the pork chop and I had the Moroccan lamb plate. We got pints of potato salad and cowboy beans and finished with a banana pudding. Everything was sooooo good! Flavo…

Visited the Pope of BBQ this morning after church for a back to back spiritual experience! Long wait was well worth it. Every aspect was on point - food, service, cleanliness, aesthetic, charm. We …

Worth the wait in line,even in 95 degree weather. Hands down the best brisket & pork ribs I have ever had also the banana pudding was awesome

I've been to all Fifty of the 2021 Top-50 Texas Monthly BBQ joints and this remains my favorite. Food, facilities, people, all in - the best! Recently had the ribs and wanted to cry they were so go…

This place has limited hours of service so just be prepared for the long line. BUT… this is an awesome place. My favorite item is the Brass Monkey and the brisket tacos!

Absolutely fabulous BRISKET! Their sides are also wonderful handcrafted treats. Friendly service after waiting in a short line. Highly recommended!

In my personal opinion, it’s not the best BBQ we’ve had in Texas — but it’s still a must-try if you’re ever in the area. We arrived shortly after they opened, and it was honestly wild to see how many people were already waiting. I’ll never get over the dedication of folks who line up outside before opening! We ended up waiting a little over an hour before getting inside to place our order. The menu is straightforward and easy to navigate, the staff is friendly, and they do a great job keeping the line moving as efficiently as possible. For sides, my personal favorite was the potato salad, while my husband loved the mac & cheese. What we ordered: Brisket — Normally what we look forward to when we visit a place, unfortunately, it was a little dry on the day we visited, so we ended up using quite a bit of sauce. Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage — Very flavorful and meaty. I would have liked a bit more jalapeño heat, but still very good. Pork Ribs — We don’t usually order ribs at BBQ spots, but these looked too good to pass up. They were tender and fall-off-the-bone while still having a nice bite. Hot Cheeto Queso Mac — Extremely filling — this could honestly be a meal on its own. Cowboy Beans — I didn’t try them myself, but my husband said they were solid, just nothing particularly standout. Potato Salad — Refreshing and exactly what you want from a classic BBQ side. The owner was walking around checking on guests and making sure everyone was enjoying their food, which I always appreciate. You can tell he takes pride in his craft. I love seeing the support they’re getting and wish them continued success!

Texan OG

Took the 2 1/2 hr trip from Houston to Seguin Tx . Saturday 12/06 .. Left around 6 a.m and got there around 8:30 and there was 30 people ahead of me.(tip if you going to go on a Saturday get there early)doors opened at 11 . My order 1 1/2 lb of moist brisket ,1 1/2 of pork ribs , Korean beef ribs , lamb ribs, chicken drum stick,pastrami , jalapeño sausage, and the house sausage,sides queso Mac & cheese , green beans , bacon ranch tatters , cowboy beans, dirty rice, street corn pudding , .. the star of the show was definitely the brisket… everything else was ok as far as meats.. the sides were meh ..

+11

DARLY GLZ

We finally made it to Burnt Bean Barbecue, the #1 BBQ spot in Texas according to Texas Monthly! I was excited to get my Texas Monthly BBQ Passport stamped and see what all the buzz was about. We waited in line for an hour and a half, but the time passed quickly thanks to the nice people we met in line, BBQ fans are always a friendly bunch. It really shouldn’t take that long just to order food, but patience is part of the Burnt Bean experience. We tried the ribs, brisket, and chicken drumstick along with sides of queso mac, bacon ranch taters, potato salad, and corn pudding. The ribs were definitely our favorite, perfectly tender and flavorful, and the queso mac and potato salad stood out as the best sides. The other sides were a bit dry and nothing to brag about. The highlight of our visit was meeting owner Ernest Servantes, who was so kind and gracious, he even took the time to pose for a picture. The restaurant itself is spacious, but it would have been nice to feel a bit more of that warm Texas hospitality inside. For the food you see in the photos was $82.82 if paying with cash, but we paid with cc it was $92.79 (3.14 cc fee) ...yikes! Overall, worth the visit for the ribs and the experience, but be prepared to wait and pace yourself!

Kitty

Delicious food. The brisket, sausage, and surprisingly even the chicken were all excellent — full of flavor and well-prepared. That said, the experience could be improved. 1. The wait outside was over an hour, which felt longer than necessary, especially given the number of empty tables available inside - and outside. 2. It seems the bottleneck is at the service counter, where only one person is handling meat cutting, another on sides/accoutrements, and a single cashier — all of which slows things down despite food being ready quickly. Additionally, while I appreciate a casual and welcoming atmosphere, I was a bit uncomfortable with animals being inside the dining area. They do provide water outside for guests during the wait. With a few tweaks to staffing and service flow, this place could be truly top-notch to match the quality of the food. The beans were amazing – and I did get an insider tip. I never believed I would’ve enjoyed flaming hot Cheetos dust on top of my macaroni. They proved me wrong. And I now know that I love the prickly pear lemonade drink

+36

This was an experience for sure! I drove 2 hours to get here at 8am and waited til about 12:30 to get some lunch. The place was about 25-30 people deep by the time I got there. The setup was pretty n…

This was an experience for sure! I drove 2 hours to get here at 8am and waited til about 12:30 to get some lunch. The place was about 25-30 people deep by the time I got there. The setup was pretty…

#1 barbecue spot in the state according to Texas Monthly. The brisket and sausage were the best I've had anywhere, but the pork ribs were a bit lacking. There are also some unique options like the …

Delicious!!!!! The wait is long depending on the time of day you go, but trust me it's worth the wait. The customer service is spectacular, the options seem endless the food. The atmosphere is open…

Ordered prime brisket, hot Cheetos queso Mac, El Cinco sausage, and pickled pasta. The pickled pasta was a limited time menu item and pretty tasty. The prime brisket was tender. I wish they put mor…

I'll start with how delicious the BBQ was, delicious! The meats had flavor and were cooked to perfection. I really enjoyed the Mac n cheese and the beans. The coleslaw was a little dry and the pota…

Great food! Cute atmosphere \nA must visit every time we're in Seguin. \nGo early! They will sell out!

After reading that this BBQ joint was voted the number 1 in Texas I just had to try it. You need to go early because the line is around the building,about a 1.5-2 hr wait. When you finally get in y…

After reading that this bbq joint was voted the number 1 in Texas I just had to try it. You need to go early because the line is around the building,about a 1.5-2 hr wait. When you finally get in…

Wish I could give 4 and a half star to this place. There was a line to get in due to recent publicity of the place as the best barbecue in this area of Texas. Everything we had was authentic an…

Even though we had to wait 40 mins before placing an order of Brisket, cowboy beans and cole slaw! Brisket so very tender but two slices were 1/2 fat. beans had a nice tang but not hot! Cole slaw…

Ruben Rivas

We made a special trip to visit TM’s #1 & #2 BBQ spots from the DFW. We expected a line to get our food knowing this is typical and really didn’t bother us. We arrived at 9:30 and sat down with our food at roughly 12:15pm. The Brisket was smoked well however lacked flavor. The Jalapeño Cheese sausage also cooked well but little flavor. We had the Mac and cheese and Bacon ranch taters for our sides, those were good and their churro style banana pudding was exceptional, I would definitely recommend. I didn’t care for their payment setup. You have to make our meat purchase at the first station and then if you want drinks (other than water) and a dessert you’ll have to go to the next station and pay there. Souvenirs are at a third station. Overall they are OK, but definitely overshadowed by many other craft BBQ spots.

Jonquinton McGill

Finally had the chance to visit Burnt Bean Company yesterday and it was a two hour wait for good bbq. I was very impressed with the burger and the German chocolate cake. Everything else was in my opinion a bit above average. Understand I travel around the country tasting bbq and my home is in Dallas,Tx so I have experienced the best of the best in Texas, North Carolina and Missouri. Depending on you experience with bbq and your Geographic location it’s not worth the wait. Brisket was below average.

Glad we gave this highly rated bbq place a try while visiting Seguin. Definitely popular. Arrived at 11:30am on a Thursday and waited in line for a hour and fifteen minutes. Ordered and paid at the…

Jesse Younker

I had been to Franklin the day before, brisket was on point. Excited to try burnt bean. Their specials looked really good. We tried the brisket, ribs, chicken leg, Tijuana chicken and house sausage. I was really disappointed. Brisket was ok, not melt in your mouth like goldees or Franklin, or interstellar. Definitely not what I expected for a number one restaurant. The bark was kinda dry as was the inside, had to choke down some pieces with a drink. 1/2 chicken in the special was tough and definitely not hot, felt room temperature. The flavors were very mild, not what I expected for a Mexican dish. The best things there were the Fideo soup that came with a special and the burger. We were first 20 in line. The sides were ok, but felt so heavy. Goldees is still number 1 in my book. First time I walked out regretting my bbq choice in Texas.

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