Pappas Bar-B-Q, Barbecue restaurant in Houston, United States
Pappas Bar-B-Q is a barbecue restaurant in Houston that prepares slow-smoked meats over hickory and mesquite wood. The menu features brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and turkey.
The restaurant began in 1967 when brothers Chris and Harris Pappas opened their first location called The Brisket House. The business later expanded into the chain that operates today.
The restaurant carries forward Texas barbecue traditions through its smoking methods rooted in the region's food culture. People come here expecting to experience how this cooking style shapes local dining habits.
The restaurant operates multiple locations throughout Houston with dine-in and takeout options. Prices are moderate and accessible for regular visits.
The kitchen processes potatoes daily for French fries and smokes large quantities of brisket each week. These high production volumes demonstrate the scale needed to run the multiple locations.
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