All Reviews
C. L. McClesky
a year agoRedland Ballfield BBQ: The Tale of Delicious Brisket It started as just another Saturday down at Redland Ballfield—the kind of place where the bleachers are faded, the dust never really settles, and folks show up more for the company than the competition. But that all changed the day Big Ray rolled in with a rust-red smoker hitched to the back of his pickup and the smell of mesquite and magic trailing behind him. Big Ray didn’t say much. He never did. Just nodded to the league commissioner, dropped the smoker legs, and got to work. The first whiff of that brisket hit somewhere around the second inning of the Peewee Panthers’ game, and by the fifth, folks were abandoning their folding chairs and drifting toward the outfield like moths to a flame. They say Ray’s brisket was smoked low and slow for 16 hours, crusted in a peppery bark that crunched just right when your teeth sank in. Juicy, tender, and somehow both bold and mellow at the same time, like it had a story to tell but wasn’t in a rush. Rumor had it he used a secret rub passed down from his granddad, who used to cook for cattle drives in West Texas. Others swore it was the wood—he only used Redland post oak, seasoned three months to the day. But no one really knew—and Ray wasn’t telling. All anyone knew was that after you tasted that brisket, the ballgame became background noise. Kids started striking out because they could smell the meat from the dugout. Coaches were caught sneaking sandwiches between innings. One ump nearly passed out from meat sweats in the seventh. And by the end of the day, Redland Ballfield wasn’t known for baseball anymore. It was Brisket Field now. And every Saturday since, win or lose, folks came for the meat and stayed for the memories. Because legends aren’t always made in the big leagues. Sometimes, they’re smoked in a trailer behind third base.
Bernice T
a year agoMy husband and I have passed this BBQ place many times going and coming from Tyler (about 7 years). Today we finally stopped and I am glad that we did. The service was friendly, the food was delicious and the price was fair. We both ordered brisket sandwiches and they were piled high with meat. They even put 2 slices of pound cake in with our order. 😊
Bruce Danvers
Edited 7 months agoWe always enjoy the excellent BBQ and friendly service. We take the food home, but they have experienced and nece sitting area outside. They also ha e a inside area, but we have never been in there.
Tammy Chick
3 years agoDo not get me wrong. I love this barbecue my only complaint is that you say you’re open till 6 o’clock. And right now it’s 3:45 And you’re closed. I actually have not seen many times where you are open till 6 o’clock. You have wonderful food wonderful people who are there and you’re doing a wonderful thing for the kids but I just feel if you say you’re going to be open till 6 o’clock you need to be open till 6 o’clock
H. D. “Turtle” Holmes
4 years agoSaw this in passing as I was leaving Tyler Tx today. OMG!! I pulled over to see what they had, when I opened my car door. The smell over took me. I was hoping it tasted as good as it smelled. And HONEY!!! DID IT EVER!! Best bbq I've had since I'm moved to Texas 8yrs ago from Memphis,Tn. If you are traveling to Tyler or through Tyler,TX area. It's a definite must stop and try. The people are nice and the food is wonderful. The place is cute. Turtle approval!! A Must try!!!
TexasTornado
4 years agoThis family owned BBQ gem is fantastic; awesome people, and some of the best BBQ we've ever had. Definitely try this place out; you won't be disappointed!
Brandy Nunes
5 years agoStopped by while visiting family in Lindale. Food was hot and delicious. Got the chopped beef sandwich. Nice and smoky. Not fatty. Loads of flavor. Service was friendly and fast. Definitely going back next time I'm in the area.
Jannette Gomez
6 years agoGreat food! There are picnic tables under a large shade tree to enjoy your meal as the kids play on the playground.