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Gabby’s BBQ opened in 1978 and is located in the Garden Oaks/Oak Forest area of the Houston, Heights neighborhood. Family owned and operated for over 45 years, the second generation has taken the reigns and are committed to continuing the legacy and tradition of slow smoked BBQ for many years to come.
Locally owned institution serving wood-smoked meat & homestyle cooking, plus live music on weekends.
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Address: 3101 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77018
Phone: (713) 864-5049
Website: http://www.gabbysbbq.com/
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Reviews
Abraham M
Last time I gave them a 5 about 6 weeks ago
Today 3/8/2026 I give them a 2 for food. It was the worst brisket ever. The manager was standing around talking to employees
My order was messed up, I had to go so lesson learned. I could have lived with wrong item but the food was awfully. The brisket smelled like fuel, it was oily and hard.
If I did not lived so far away I would have taken it back. I was already tired from the trip this was awful. Never going back.
This is such a disappointment. Shameful
… moreToday 3/8/2026 I give them a 2 for food. It was the worst brisket ever. The manager was standing around talking to employees
My order was messed up, I had to go so lesson learned. I could have lived with wrong item but the food was awfully. The brisket smelled like fuel, it was oily and hard.
If I did not lived so far away I would have taken it back. I was already tired from the trip this was awful. Never going back.
This is such a disappointment. Shameful
EAT SLEEPxTRAVEL
Was a pleasant surprise to try some new BBQ and come up with a local gem.
The service at Gabby’s BBQ was top notch, friendly, educational as first timers (asked for their top sellers), checked on us after we ordered multiple times. You could fell the family like establishment here, and the attention to its customers. Which I feel is highly missed by owners these days
Highly suggest trying the RIBS & Turkey. Normally, I’m not a fan of Turkey. But this was moist, with a great Smokey flavor.
The Ribs pulled perfectly off the bone. Awesome smoke w that sweet glaze. Fair warning, it can get a little sticky, but well worth the mess. 😉
The brisket & sides were ok, just nothing special here. If you’re a fan of Mac & cheese, it was very cheesy. Wasn’t a fan of the runny sauce, but could just be preference.
The Sausage would be another great choice. Wish I could show the juiciness of each slice.
Finally the star of the show: Peach Cobbler!!! Wow! I myself don’t like peach cobbler. But the cinnamon crust, the flavor was just perfection. This is a must try for everyone that steps in.
Overall it was a great experience.
We will definitely be back for more.
What was your favorite item?
How was your experience?
Hope more try and learn about Gabby’s Bar B Q, think some of the other joints could learn a thing or two from their meats.
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Until next time.
… moreThe service at Gabby’s BBQ was top notch, friendly, educational as first timers (asked for their top sellers), checked on us after we ordered multiple times. You could fell the family like establishment here, and the attention to its customers. Which I feel is highly missed by owners these days
Highly suggest trying the RIBS & Turkey. Normally, I’m not a fan of Turkey. But this was moist, with a great Smokey flavor.
The Ribs pulled perfectly off the bone. Awesome smoke w that sweet glaze. Fair warning, it can get a little sticky, but well worth the mess. 😉
The brisket & sides were ok, just nothing special here. If you’re a fan of Mac & cheese, it was very cheesy. Wasn’t a fan of the runny sauce, but could just be preference.
The Sausage would be another great choice. Wish I could show the juiciness of each slice.
Finally the star of the show: Peach Cobbler!!! Wow! I myself don’t like peach cobbler. But the cinnamon crust, the flavor was just perfection. This is a must try for everyone that steps in.
Overall it was a great experience.
We will definitely be back for more.
What was your favorite item?
How was your experience?
Hope more try and learn about Gabby’s Bar B Q, think some of the other joints could learn a thing or two from their meats.
@follow for more
Until next time.
Tene Mont
Ordered Sampler plate to go with chopped brisket, jalapeño link and ribs. Sides were mac and cheese, potato salad, and green beans. Plate came with bread, pickles, onions and jalapeños. Everything was delicious. Placed order online and it was ready upon arrival. Dined in years ago and experience was just as good.
… moreJ. Hines
The food was pretty good and they had decent portions. One thing that was lacking for me was the barbecue sauce- which helps greatly to contribute to the taste of my barbecue. Their sauce was very watered down both in the bottle as well as when you asked the counter. The people were nice but didn’t go out of their way about anything.
I liked the fact that they had a typing bar where you can get your extra toppings though… that is not common with many restaurants of this type. They even had sour cream on it- although it wasn’t covered.
One thing I was very disappointed about is the fact that the menu states kids 12 and under eat free on Sundays but they did not uphold that nor did they offer any discounts- even when ordering the kids meal with the child in view. I feel as if businesses should honor what they say they offer and I was definitely disappointed by that.
Overall it was a pretty average experience that I will not break my neck to go back to- as I’ve been to some better barbecue spots in the city.
… moreI liked the fact that they had a typing bar where you can get your extra toppings though… that is not common with many restaurants of this type. They even had sour cream on it- although it wasn’t covered.
One thing I was very disappointed about is the fact that the menu states kids 12 and under eat free on Sundays but they did not uphold that nor did they offer any discounts- even when ordering the kids meal with the child in view. I feel as if businesses should honor what they say they offer and I was definitely disappointed by that.
Overall it was a pretty average experience that I will not break my neck to go back to- as I’ve been to some better barbecue spots in the city.
Shadrina
The ribs we ordered for the holiday were good. They fell off the bone. The customer service was great. I was able to call and get the pick up time moved up earlier. I had questions because a friend was supposed to pick up the order. The staff rearranged it so I could pick it up. Very accommodating. Would recommend!
… moreBM
Earlier this week I had Gabby’s bbq for the first time. I ordered online for pickup and came in and the staff was nice and quick. Even though the spot has great reviews, I was a little skeptical when I drove up and saw that they’re related to Spanky’s pizzeria. However, I was very impressed by everything we tried; the brisket, jalapeño sausage, potato salad, Cajun rice, beans, and Mac and cheese. I especially loved the smokey taste of the brisket!
… moreTranika Tucker
This was my first time here I work right down the street and always wanted to try this place so I decided to stop in and take it to go order on a Wednesday evening. It was not busy at all. I decided to do the sampler plate which is three meats and two sides. I declined the sides I didn’t want any sides. I just wanted to try the meats yet I was still charged the same price which was around $21.
My order consisted of spareribs, sausage, and brisket
BRISKET – dry with no flavor
SAUSAGE- very basic didn’t have any type of barbecue flavor whatsoever. It’s like they just took sausage and threw it in the microwave or something I don’t know I’ve had better sausage store-bought along with barbecue sauce. The barbecue sauce was not good at all. I’ve had better store-bought
SPARE RIBS- had a good spice rub on it however the meat was a bit tough and chewy.
Overall I was greatly disappointed in my meal. Try out way better BBQ spots in Houston!
… moreMy order consisted of spareribs, sausage, and brisket
BRISKET – dry with no flavor
SAUSAGE- very basic didn’t have any type of barbecue flavor whatsoever. It’s like they just took sausage and threw it in the microwave or something I don’t know I’ve had better sausage store-bought along with barbecue sauce. The barbecue sauce was not good at all. I’ve had better store-bought
SPARE RIBS- had a good spice rub on it however the meat was a bit tough and chewy.
Overall I was greatly disappointed in my meal. Try out way better BBQ spots in Houston!
T
Gabby, I love you, but clean your fountain drink machine please. Mold is visible from afar, other than that, this is the best place ever, I’d eat here 3x a day every day if I could!
Update: I went back and the machine is clean, thank you!
… moreUpdate: I went back and the machine is clean, thank you!
Carmen Hibbard
We have had Gabby”s many times and, unfortunately, the quality and portion sizes have gone down to a point that we may stop. I recently had a baker potato that had a disappointing amount of brisket on it, waaaaaay to little BBQ sauce, and no sour cream whatsoever. Because we ordered delivery, we couldn’t get more. This has happened a few times lately. There are so many bbq choices in Houston, that skimping out on portion sizes, is a dangerous practice. Especially sauce! There is just NO excuse for that.
… moreJason Sargent
Gabby’s BBQ…. WOW!
Went for the first time. We are not from Houston but stumbled on to Gabby’s.
So happy we found them.
I asked if they had a burnt ends sandwich, they said we have a sliced brisket and would slice the burnt ends for me a sandwich. It was amazing! I also had the Cajun Beans and rice as well as the fries. Both were excellent! The fries are thick cut like homemade fries but crispy!
The BBQ sauce has a really good flavor. Heads up- it’s thin so apply slowly.
We also had the Tuesday Special- half chicken and two sides. The chicken was thick, juicy and fall off the bone tender!
The baked beans were unique, thick and had a good BBQ flavor.
They sell desserts but I was unable.
Very clean place, nicely decorated and very friendly and helpful staff.
I highly recommend Gabby’s and would go back!
… moreWent for the first time. We are not from Houston but stumbled on to Gabby’s.
So happy we found them.
I asked if they had a burnt ends sandwich, they said we have a sliced brisket and would slice the burnt ends for me a sandwich. It was amazing! I also had the Cajun Beans and rice as well as the fries. Both were excellent! The fries are thick cut like homemade fries but crispy!
The BBQ sauce has a really good flavor. Heads up- it’s thin so apply slowly.
We also had the Tuesday Special- half chicken and two sides. The chicken was thick, juicy and fall off the bone tender!
The baked beans were unique, thick and had a good BBQ flavor.
They sell desserts but I was unable.
Very clean place, nicely decorated and very friendly and helpful staff.
I highly recommend Gabby’s and would go back!