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Hard Eight BBQ is a true Texas gem, situated in the heart of Roanoke and serving up some of the best BBQ in the state. This beloved restaurant has earned a stellar reputation for its slow-smoked meats, all cooked to perfection in their offset smoker using post oak wood. The menu boasts an array of classic BBQ favorites, including tender brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and spicy sausage, all paired with a range of tasty sides such as onion rings, mac and cheese, and baked beans. With its authentic ambiance and wonderful staff, Hard Eight BBQ is the perfect spot to grab a bite with friends or family, and its outdoor seating area and live music events make it an ideal destination for a fun and relaxed evening out.

The restaurant's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is evident in its impressive 4.6-star rating and numerous positive reviews, with many praising the friendly and attentive staff, reasonable prices, and generous portions. Hard Eight BBQ also offers a range of convenient amenities, including online ordering, a bar with craft beer options, and catering services for special events. Whether you're a local or just visiting the area, Hard Eight BBQ is a must-visit destination for any BBQ lover, and its pet-friendly policy and military discount make it a great choice for families and veterans alike. With its rich flavors, cozy atmosphere, and exceptional service, Hard Eight BBQ is sure to leave you feeling full and satisfied, and eager to return for another delicious meal.

Reviews

5 Comments

Overall Rating ★★★★★ 4.4

Walt Raemhild (Google)

★★★★★

Awesome Lunch! No line, excellent (fast) service. Reasonable prices. Military Discount ðŸª– (Onion Rings are Amazing)

Amitha Pious (Google)

★★★★★

Ordered the famous brisket along side jalapeno sausage. The brisket was good, well done with burnt ends. Ribs, corn on the cob and regular sausages were also available.The side options were plenty starting with jalapeno street style corn which was creamy and sweet, Mac & cheese , coleslaw. There were some house special sauces like the spicy bbq, sweet bbq, pepper sauce which paired well with the brisket. Overall an authentic Texas joint serving BBQ!

Arturo De Jesus (Google)

★★★★★

I want to start off by saying that the staff is very kind and the service was good. With that being said, the BBQ is definitely less than sub par. Brisket had NO smoke flavor, there was NO moisture and when the guy pulled out the brisket or I should rather say uncovered the brisket, it looked like a fajita flank. Sausage was mid at best, had NO smoke flavor and the seasonings were okay at best. The pork ribs tasted like they were oven roasted, there was NO smoke flavor, seasonings were okay. Turkey was okay, it was probably the only food I enjoyed, it was at the bottom spectrum of moist so I can't complain too much about it and the flavor was decent. This is a review geared toward people wanting to experience good to great BBQ, so my rating is harder because of the food. The atmosphere itself was nice, it seems like a great place to grab a drink and hangout with friends. But if you want to try good BBQ I would NOT recommend trying it here.

Lope C (Google)

★★★★★

An overall great experience today, they have everything in your face so you know what you're eating b4 you eat it. ribs 3.4/5, sausage 3.7/5, slice brisket 3.6/5, chopped brisket 3.4/5, Mac & cheese 3.0/5, corn on the cob 3.6/5 & apple cobbler 4.2/5. I definitely recommend if your within 10-13 miles of Roanoke TX area. It's a solid choice.

J. Nicole Barrett (Google)

★★★★★

We had family visiting from the Midwest and wanted to show them a genuine BBQ experience! Hard Eight is just incredible! Delicious food, authentic ambience, and the staff are insanely WONDERFUL! The staff made the experience just that much more enjoyable. Colin and Khia went out of their way to ensure my two young boys had a memorable time! I wish more people were as incredible and as filled with kindness as those two!