Goldee's Barbecue is run by a young team of pitmasters whose rapid rise has become part of the story. Brisket rippled with fat and beef rib draw the most consistent praise, with crowds citing steady quality across the rest of the menu as well.
The Lao sausage sets the place apart from standard Texas barbecue — flecked with lemongrass, lime, galangal, and chili, served with sticky rice and a sweet and sour jeow som dipping sauce. Lines form for hours, and out-of-state visitors regularly make the trip specifically for a meal here.
Michelin awarded Goldee's one star in 2026, after a Bib Gourmand in 2025. The restaurant's chef was a James Beard Foundation Best Chef: Texas semifinalist in 2023.
For those without a half-day to spare, the same team runs Ribbee's, a more laid-back offshoot focused on ribs.
The Lao sausage sets the place apart from standard Texas barbecue — flecked with lemongrass, lime, galangal, and chili, served with sticky rice and a sweet and sour jeow som dipping sauce. Lines form for hours, and out-of-state visitors regularly make the trip specifically for a meal here.
Michelin awarded Goldee's one star in 2026, after a Bib Gourmand in 2025. The restaurant's chef was a James Beard Foundation Best Chef: Texas semifinalist in 2023.
For those without a half-day to spare, the same team runs Ribbee's, a more laid-back offshoot focused on ribs.