Texas BBQ Aguascalientes

Texas BBQ Aguascalientes is a Texan-concept barbecue restaurant in the Puerto las Hadas area of Aguascalientes, Mexico, considered one of the city's standout spots for slow-smoked meats. The kitchen follows low-and-slow Texas barbecue technique, producing smoked brisket, St. Louis-style ribs and a smoked sausage platter served in generous portions on trays rather than plated fine-dining style. The dining room has a casual, American-barbecue-joint atmosphere -- picnic-style tables, an open smoker visible from the dining area, and a relaxed dress code -- with a moderate-to-loud noise level typical of a weekend cookout crowd. Beer is the main beverage pairing rather than a formal wine list, fitting the casual barbecue concept. Reservations are recommended on weekends, when the restaurant's limited hours -- Wednesday through Sunday, 1PM to 9PM, closed Monday and Tuesday -- and strong local following can mean a wait for a table or for popular cuts to sell out. Prices sit in the upper-mid range ($$$) for Aguascalientes, reflecting the slow-cooked, imported-technique approach.