The only thing missing at Barbs's BQ is a left handed brisket carver so you can have a better view of the beautiful slices of brisket.

Stiles and Switch BBQ has sausage so sinful you’ll need to go to confession after eating

The place has that “new-age barn bar” vibe—clean lines, bold colors—feels like it could turn into a lively neighborhood watering hole if it stayed open late enough. Overheard the crew raving about the cheesecake special, which instantly went on my “next time” list.

Why is the Texas Monthly Top 50 BBQ Joints such an important list? Two words: Daniel Vaughn.