Brisket & Rice is a local, small business in West Houston offering both dine-in and take-out. The restaurant describes its chef as someone whose interest in barbecue started recreationally before turning into a passion for making good barbecue.
The menu's namesake pairing — brisket alongside a fried rice specialty — has become the draw, with regulars calling the rice exceptional and lining up on busy days despite occasional inconsistency in service and order accuracy.
The Michelin Guide selected Brisket & Rice in both its 2024 and 2025 guides. It has also appeared on the Eater 38, and The Infatuation rated it 8.2 out of 10.
The menu's namesake pairing — brisket alongside a fried rice specialty — has become the draw, with regulars calling the rice exceptional and lining up on busy days despite occasional inconsistency in service and order accuracy.
The Michelin Guide selected Brisket & Rice in both its 2024 and 2025 guides. It has also appeared on the Eater 38, and The Infatuation rated it 8.2 out of 10.