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Located in the heart of Houston, Henderson & Kane has established itself as one of the city's premier BBQ destinations. This Texas-style BBQ restaurant has garnered a reputation for its tender, smoky meats, including its signature brisket, which is often cited as a top dish. The menu boasts an array of mouth-watering options, including ribs, pulled pork, chicken, turkey, and sausage, all smoked to perfection in their offset smoker using oak. The homemade BBQ sauce, described as spicy and sweet, is a standout feature, adding an extra layer of flavor to the already-delicious meats.

The atmosphere at Henderson & Kane is intimate and welcoming, with a unique vibe that sets it apart from other BBQ joints. The staff is consistently praised for their friendly and phenomenal service, making visitors feel right at home. The sides are also exceptional, with mac and cheese, green beans, and sweet potato being particular highlights. With its solid BBQ lineup, great mac n cheese, and corn, Henderson & Kane is a bucket list stop for any BBQ enthusiast. The restaurant's popularity is evident in its long lines and frequent sell-outs, but with online ordering and outdoor seating available, visitors can plan ahead and enjoy their meal in a pet-friendly environment. Whether you're a local or just visiting Houston, Henderson & Kane is a must-visit destination for any BBQ lover.

With its impressive reputation and numerous pitmaster awards, Henderson & Kane has become a social media sensation, with many visitors flocking to Instagram to share their experiences. The restaurant's modern take on traditional BBQ has earned it a spot as one of the best BBQ joints in Houston, and its secret sauce has become a closely guarded secret. Whether you're in the mood for a classic BBQ feast or just looking to try something new, Henderson & Kane is the perfect destination. With its exceptional food, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder this restaurant has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

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5 Comments

Overall Rating ★★★★★ 5

Jazmin (Google)

★★★★★

Location: by Washington and Houston's aveParking: street parking/limitedStaff: super nice and friendly. Sarah was phenomenal, had a little hip up and she did not made it awkward at all.Wait time: @10minutes for food to be readySeating: both indoor and outdoorPrice: higher than average $7.50 for brisket taco with egg and beans.Drink: went for latte and it was goodFood: they had bread sample with butter and jalapeño bread was delicious with the garlic butter. I had a brisket taco and I believe it's per brisket taste. I like my brisket more towards the burn end and I think me letting them would have helped my experience.Overall great place to try with lots of great items and phenomenal service.

Danielle Lussier (Google)

★★★★★

This General Store/BBQ spot is a true gem. Not only is the food awesome but the vibe is unique and welcoming. The beer/beverage selection is excellent with several draught beers and a cider choice. We had the ribs, lean brisket, and pulled pork all of which were flavorful, tender, and the ribs had a nice texture. Only minor complaint was the rib portion was small. We tried the cream corn, mac n cheese, potato salad, sweet potato and kale, and green beans all of which was delicious but the Mac, Green Beans, and sweet potato were exceptional. Of note is the spicy sweet bbq sauce, made in house and SO GOOD! There are so many delicious specialty products in the store too. And we loved the decor and vintage feel. The owner is also a gem and a treat to chat with :)

Dean Ku (Google)

★★★★★

Heard about this place for so long. This is the first stop after we landed in Houston. Excellent smoked meats and friendly service. Atmosphere is small and intimate. I would rather be here than other large BBQ restaurants. A+++

Taylor Vowell (Google)

★★★★★

Wow. Amazing all the way around. Wildly surprised by this place... very unassuming BBQ joint... yet, an easy 5/5 and one of my top 5 BBQ places in Texas.Incredible turkey, chicken, sausage, ribs, brisket, and pulled pork. In that order, but all around very very good. Nothing was disappointing at all, you'll love anything you order. Very happy with their chicken and turkey, and I'm normally a brisket guy.Their spicy BBQ sauce was so good I had to go buy a bottle (I never do this).The staff was great and the beer selection was very nice, a lot of intering and Texas based beers.Every BBQ place should have a "pit master platter" like this place had where you get to try a little bit of everything -- but don't forget to add some turkey!Great mac n cheese and corn.Very good. Very surprised. Glad we stopped by, we will be back 100%.

renegadegeeK (Google)

★★★★★

What a cool little hidden gem in the neighborhood. Absolutely love the old school setting and eclectic offerings, all of which is anchored by a very solid BBQ lineup. Everyone enjoyed all the different meats we sampled, including the boudin which was a welcome twist. Wish there were still more spaces like this around these parts, will definitely be back.