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Terlingua, Texas
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October 6, 2016 Web Dude Leave a comment

Greetings from the Texas Big Bend! We hope you enjoy perusing our new website!

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    rusticironbbq@ymail.com
  • Phone
    (432) 371-3939
  • Address
    10 Terlingua Ghost Town
    Terlingua, TX 79852

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  •   Townsfolk were relaxed and welcoming. I don't mean like "hey come and meet my single daughter of consenting age" welcoming but enough to say hi and "try the ribs" except they were sold out of ribs so we had to suffer the brisket which is like saying, "hey I wanted the Beatles but you gave me the Stones" but not the decrepit 1990 stones but the '72 Beggars Banquet Rolling Stones which is where I would put this brisket: classy and classic yet a tinge intimidating. The bathroom was outside and behind the back, but ample enough for me to do my business without hitting my head on the low ceiling. I like the wood floors and walls. The decorum reminded me of trees.

    thumb Hugo Z.
    9/20/2023

  •   We thought the BBQ was very good.  The venue doesn't look like much, but we went for the food, so it didn't matter.

    thumb Robert B.
    6/16/2023

  •   Delicious bbq meat and ice cold beer. Open air seating in the shade on a hot day. Willie Nelson. Friendly service.

    I ordered the barbacoa tacos and the meat was incredibly delicious! I loved the salsa verde which had the perfect amount of kick. I only wish that they had more sides to choose from. Is serving baked beans with tacos a Texas thing? If so, then I won't knock it, but I would've preferred slaw (or other sides that could go on the tacos, such as lettuce, pico, guac, corn, etc).

    Overall: come here for the bbq meats and the cold beers.

    thumb Vicky B.
    5/17/2023

  •   Was looking forward to Texas bbq our whole trip. Rustic Iron did not disappoint. Had the pork ribs and brisket. It included 3 ribs and i think 5 slices of brisket. The beans and potato salad were good too.

    thumb Greg O.
    5/17/2023

  •   THIS PLACE HAS THE BEST VIEWS AND FOOD! Do you want sensational BBQ at a good price while looking over Big Bend while not compromising on quality, quantity, and cleanliness? DB's is the best lunch or dinner spot for hungry hikers in need of some filling, lean, and juicy protein. They also have five different types of meat to choose from and the service is fast and produces a phenomenal product. The staff are very nice and the views off the porch are beautiful and out of the sun! While there, try the Brisket Tacos with the homemade mango sauce! I would have attached a picture but it was just too good not to eat first.

    10/10

    thumb Bronwen K.
    5/12/2023

  •   We always stop at DB's for his fantastic BBQ when we visit Terlingua.  The potato salad is awesome too!  We were also fortunate to catch him on stage with the band singing his favorite tunes.  A fun place with great food and cold beer!  Nice treat after a day of hiking!

    thumb Carla B.
    5/09/2023

  •   This is really high quality BBQ. Not just "Terlingua good". Actual top grade TX BBQ. .

    1 of us got the 2 meat plate (brisket and sausage) and the other 2 of us shared a 5 meat plate. The 5 meat plate is THE WAY. The 2 of us pretty much polished it all off, which was both a very good and a very bad idea. Make that choice with no less than 2.5 hungry people.

    I am not a "turkey guy", but if you are, the smoked turkey was as good as any I've ever had. The only short coming was the sausage. It lacked any defining quality, and was just a bit to commercial. This probably wouldn't have been so glaring if we didn't have so much of it with the 2 meat plate.

    This place is a must hit.

    thumb Brett R.
    4/21/2023

  •   The first time we came we didnt see anything for our vegetarian daughter but he recommended another restaurant, which was super helpful. We did take out the next day, which was ready  in 10 min. The ribs and pulled pork were delicious. My daughter, who's vegetarian, ate all of my beans accidentally because they were so good. Generous portions made it a 2 mealer. All outdoor seating is very casual. Definitely go here if you want good BBQ!

    thumb Natalie H.
    4/08/2023

  •   This place was recommended by a colleague on my visit to Big Bend, N.P.  There is plenty of seating indoors and seems like a nice place to enjoy food and a few beers.
    The barbecue was a fantastic find. A little pricey, but considering the location it was in line with other establishments.
    We ordered the 2 meat plate (brisket and turkey) with potato salad and Cole slaw and the taco plate (2 brisket and 2 barbacoa) with pinto beans.
    The brisket was moist and tasty.  The turkey was not too dry. The Cole slaw is mayo based and just the right amount of sweet. Potato salad was delicious.
    The tacos were well served. Nice and fat. The beans were okay, not great just okay.
    I definitely will return when I find myself in the area.

    thumb Robert M.
    3/16/2023

  •   I was told about this place by someone who goes here frequently. And I knew I had to stop when I was in the area. The portions were very large, and they filled us after a long day of hiking. The barbecue sauce mixed with salsa is an excellent combination with the pulled pork. The pickles were delicious. I wish I could've taken home a gallon tub!

    The soda is imported from Mexico so it is delicious and they have a really clean bathroom.
    There is cold water to drink. I was grateful for the moist towelettes to wash my hands afterward and all in all it was an excellent place for food. I wish I could've stayed for the music at night, it looked like fun!

    thumb Sami B.
    3/15/2023

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