4 fan-favorite Fort Worth barbecue joints

Fort Worth’s barbecue scene showcases an array of beloved establishments capturing the diverse nuances of Texan barbecue traditions. Try these well-known spots and local hidden gems for homely barbecue at affordable prices.

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No. 1: Here’s where to find a northwest Fort Worth family BBQ favorite

If you’re tired of taking out a loan to feed the family some brisket, this restaurant serves dinners for $14.99 and sandwiches for $7.50-$9. Or feed eight people for $50. | Published April 18, 2024 | Read Full Story by Bud Kennedy

No. 2: Here’s the new name for one of Fort Worth’s and Texas’ oldest barbecue restaurants

Panther City BBQ reveals the new name for its budget-minded downtown spinoff. Also in “Hey, Bud!”: a new French bakery and breakfast burritos (with free coffee!). | Published March 7, 2024 | Read Full Story by Bud Kennedy

No. 3: A genuine Texas dive west of Fort Worth serves brisket and burgers on a rural backroad

Order the burger sliders topped with brisket, barbecue sauce and jalapenos, or potato skins with smoked turkey, queso and pico de gallo. | Published September 16, 2024 | Read Full Story by Bud Kennedy

No. 4: Fort Worth barbecue pitmasters make ‘Food & Wine’ list of best new chefs in America

Go to a “ramshackle building ... down a bumpy road from a busy Texas-size landfill.” And here’s what to order when you get there. | Published September 10, 2024 | Read Full Story by Bud Kennedy

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists in our News division.