El Monte BBQ

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Turkey - 5+
Brisket - 5
Pork Ribs - 4
Sauce - 4

The turkey is almost magical. Tender, moist and seasoned so well. The brisket (I was told this is what needed to be ordered in Texas with some shade thrown at California) and it was delicious. Nice smoke ring and we'll seasoned bark. Brisket was buttery but not so tender it fell apart, which made for an amazing chew. The pork ribs were tender but some parts are a bit dry and not as well seasoned as the other meats. When I was given the bbq sauce, it boosted the pork ribs in flavor and moisture.

I would definitely come back if I was in the area.

Some great bbq, brisket
Cut with a plastic fork and their sauce is amazing. Some of the best in San Antonio

I recently had a great dining experience at El Monte BBQ in San Antonio. I ordered the 3IB combo plate, which included brisket, sausages, and ribs, with a side of corn cheese and bread. Everything on the plate was delicious and expertly cooked, with the meats being perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The sides were also top-notch, with the corn cheese being creamy and cheesy, and the bread fresh and fluffy. The atmosphere of the restaurant was casual and laid-back, with friendly staff and efficient service. Overall, I would highly recommend El Monte BBQ to anyone looking for some delicious barbecue in San Antonio.

This place does not disappoint and is the best BBQ joint in San Antonio that we have had so far! Revisited after 6 months, and it still rocks. Love the pulled pork and marbled brisket and the pan de campo is yum!

Thank you for another enjoyable experience!

This small little gem had amazing barbecue and sides! The brisket was moist and delicious, so was the sausage. The sides were homemade, full of flavor, and so good. Their tortillas are homemade. There is a little seating inside, but lots of seating outside. The people are friendly. We will definitely be back.

Brisket: 0.0 / 5
Ribs: 3.0 / 5
Cream corn: 4.0 / 5
Potato salad: 2.0 / 5

Price of food for the taste and setting of restaurant: 1.0 / 5

Straight to the point, I won't come here again. Worst brisket I've ever had. Ribs and sides were good. If you compare these prices to 2M, Pinkerton's, South, Reese Bros, this place is not worth the visit. I'd only come here if I lived near by and didn't have a car.

This has to be the best barbacoa and fresh homemade corn tortillas I've ever had, the meat had the perfect smoked flavor, not greasy at all, I regret only ordering 1/2 lb, lol, but I did see that they made pan de campo (IYKYK) so I'll have to go back to try the pan that brought back childhood memories, and the brisket and Turkey breast as well, the staff was so friendly, I enjoyed talking to them, they do have a small area to eat there (indoors)...can't wait to try the other foods, good luck to you

We've been here several times and have never been disappointed. The food is amazing. The service is friendly. We've tried everything on the menu, except the sausage, and it is all very good. The brisket is definitely my favorite. Do yourself a favor and give El Monte BBQ a chance.

I came here because I had heard great things. I want to say that the staff was nice and the cream corn was excellent so it was to my surprise that the food overall was simply ok. The ambience was intimate if not a little cluttered and dirty. Now I'm going to say something that will make most people gasp. If you go to QT and order a barbecue sandwich on Texas toast it's a hundred times better than what I had. I'm not saying get one of the sandwiches under the heat lamp but order one at the kiosk so it's fresh and you might just be surprised by the quality.

Blueberry cornbread we didn't get to. But, the 6oz of fork slice brisket, south cowboy beans, specialty pan de campo, and my mandatory slice of bbq turkey (just to try it out) finished off my appetite. And when Jaime broke out a thick wedge of buttered, Pioneer corn bread, I got it down with the last of the bean juice. Oh my, my. Tender, juicy, the good stuff... home town glory with a checkered tablecloth.
Mouthwatering. Fulfilling. Worth the journey.