Before the tour started, once we confirmed we would be playing in Texas during the tour I got really excited.
Was it because we would be playing an important showcase? No.
Was it because I've never been to Texas and was looking forward to seeing it? No.
Was it the fact that we would be in the sun rather than the rain? No.
Was it because I would be on a hunt to find the best BBQ ever? Yes!
We've been in Texas since Tuesday night now. Lucky enough to have been put up in nice hotels since; which means clean showers and comfortable beds to sleep on (for the most part). So much for "roughin it." But coming to Texas I knew I would be on a adventure to eat as much BBQ as I could and determine where the best BBQ place was.
First stop: Rudy's (picture below) was a place I had heard about from a friend months before the tour even started, so I was definitely excited. The hype was met with a lot of smiles. The place definitely had me doubting as when our GPS finally got us there we saw that the restaurant was connected to a gas station. But once we saw the sign that said "The Worst Bar-B-Que In Texas" we knew it was going to be amazing. I had the extra moist brisket and it was probably the best brisket I've ever tasted.
Second Stop: Salt-Lick. This place had the best baby back ribs. Nothing compares. And they had good bread that was really soft as well (was good for making sandwiches with the brisket). The brisket was pretty awesome as well.
Third Stop: Vans BBQ. My last stop for BBQ was on our way down south near the border of Mexico today and was near a rest area. It was a hole in the wall but the brisket sandwich was pretty great as it comes in a close 3rd. A VERY close 3rd, I might add.
The Winner: Salt-Lick. Overall, the best BBQ this mouth has ever tasted. I'm satisfied. But I've had enough of Texas. I can't wait to move on to another state tomorrow night. All night drive to Arkansas for a show Monday night.
