Baker's Ribs

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38 Years

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Your Trusted BBQ Restaurant in Dallas for Smoked Meats

Baker's Ribs is a family-owned and operated business established in 1988, dedicated to delivering authentic Texas barbecue through slow-smoked meats and traditional recipes. With 4 company-owned locations and 3 franchises across Texas and Minnesota, we specialize in St. Louis Cut Pork Ribs, juicy brisket, and house-made sauces that define our unique flavor profile. Our catering division serves high-profile events including the Denver BBQ Fest and Texas Monthly's 50 Best BBQ Festival, offering customizable menus for gatherings of all sizes. Our commitment to quality extends to our side dishes like herb dill potato salad and homemade fried okra, complementing our extensive BBQ offerings.

Recognized as one of Texas Monthly's 50 Best Barbecue Restaurants and winner of multiple local awards, we maintain our founder's original cooking methods using hickory wood pits designed by pit master Joe Duncan. Our menu features over 20 meat and side combinations, including family meal packages and specialty sandwiches, while our fried pies provide a sweet conclusion to any meal. We maintain strict food safety standards and operational consistency across all locations, ensuring every customer receives the same exceptional dining experience that earned us recognition in Fox News' Ultimate BBQ Road Trip guide.

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BBQ Catering Slow-Smoked Meats Catering Packages Fried Pies Family Meals

Details

Year established: 1988

Highlights and features

We've served authentic Texas barbecue since 1988 with consistent quality.
Our catering division handles events from small gatherings to major festivals.
Signature hickory-smoked meats use founder Joe Duncan's original recipes.
Multiple award-winning menu items recognized by Texas Monthly and Fox News.
Family meal packages serve 1-2 lbs of smoked meats with 3 side options.

What people say

Award-winning meats Exceptional catering Family-friendly atmosphere Consistent quality Unique hickory smoke flavor

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BBQ Catering

Baker's Ribs provides full-service catering for events of all sizes, from corporate functions to weddings. Our menus feature customizable meat and side combinations, including St. Louis Cut Pork Ribs and house-smoked brisket. We offer three service levels: express pickup/delivery, group meals, and full-service on-site catering with table linens and serving equipment included.

Slow-Smoked Meats

Our signature meats use traditional hickory wood smoking techniques perfected over 35 years. Menu options include St. Louis Cut Pork Ribs, sliced beef, smoked turkey, and our proprietary spicy sauce blend. Each meat option maintains consistent quality through standardized preparation processes developed by founder Joe Duncan's original pit master methods.

Family Meal Packages

Designed for group dining, these packages serve 4-10 people with smoked meats and vegetable sides. Options range from the 1lb 'Little Pig Pak' to the 2lb 'Piggy Pak' with three pint-sized vegetable sides. Customers can substitute meats for additional charges while maintaining the original family meal pricing structure.

Fried Pies

Our dessert menu features 14 varieties of fried pies with both fruit and cream-based fillings. Available flavors include apple, cherry cheesecake, and seasonal specialties. These made-from-scratch desserts use a proprietary dough recipe that maintains consistency across all locations while meeting food safety standards for interstate operations.

Catering Packages

Three-tiered catering solutions accommodate different event needs. The Express Pickup/Delivery option includes setup materials for self-service events. Group Meals provide portion-controlled servings for smaller gatherings. Full-Service Catering includes on-site staff, table linens, and complete cleanup, with pricing based on guest count and menu complexity.

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Joe Duncan

Founder & Pit Master

Joe Duncan established Baker's Ribs in 1988, designing the original hickory wood barbecue pits that remain central to our cooking process. With over 35 years in the restaurant industry, he developed the proprietary spice blends and meat selection standards that define our award-winning barbecue.

Questions

What catering options are available for large events?

We offer three catering tiers: Express Pickup/Delivery with self-service setup, Group Meals for smaller gatherings, and Full-Service Catering with on-site staff and complete equipment.

What makes your barbecue unique?

Our meats use hickory wood pits designed by founder Joe Duncan, with proprietary spice blends and a 35-year-old recipe collection that maintains consistent quality across all locations.

Do you offer family meal packages?

Yes, our family meals serve 4-10 people with meat and side combinations starting at 1lb portions, including the 'Little Pig Pak' and 'Piggy Pak' options with customizable substitutions.

How do catering orders work?

Contact your local Baker's Ribs location to discuss menu options. Full-service catering requires 1-hour setup/teardown time with applicable service fees for events over 100 guests.

What awards have you received?

Recognized by Texas Monthly as one of the 50 Best Barbecue Restaurants, with additional awards from Weatherford Telegram, Rowlett Lakeshore Times, and Fox News' Ultimate BBQ Road Trip guide.

Reviews (7)

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Steven Cress

May 28, 2022 Report

So I am blown away with how consistent Baker's ribs has always been. Every time I've gone for barbecue at bakers ribs on Northwest highway they are spot on every time for the past 15 years that I've been going! If you haven't tried this spot you need to check it out you'll definitely become a hooked fan as I am. Every time I go in I get the brisket It is smoked perfectly and very juicy it's juicy but they will trim it how you would like.

Among the food there is the customer service. So every time I go in there there's always a manager named Josh Who has a great personality and it makes you feel good about being there. Bottom line is I definitely recommend this place!

My Thoughts

Apr 06, 2022 Report

When you drive 45 minutes for BBQ and they closed early. I arrived at 8:24pm, drive thru blocked, states 9pm close time. I was getting 'To Go' for Easter brunch tomorrow. They are watching the fight. Beyond irritated! What a waste of my time. Won't bother next time.

Duke S.

Apr 02, 2022 Report

Really enjoyed this restaurant. During by a three years and never stopped in but always thought I would someday and finally did. Awesome Ribs, tender and meaty, great sauce. Large baked potato and really good coleslaw. My wife got the beer can chicken with the same size is very very good.

John Tseng

Mar 25, 2022 Report

Got the lunch special, and a little guilty pleasure fried pie, Not bad at all, good ribs good service

Lori Boles

Mar 18, 2022 Report

I highly recommend Baker's Ribs! Great service with a smile (and a free sample of melt-in-your-mouth ribs). Their meats are fork tender and have a wonderful smoky flavor. If you need to cater a party, small or large, Baker's Ribs is the way to go!

Alison Bednarczyk

Mar 13, 2022 Report

This is a place where the food is good! I meet here regularly with a music group and love the venue. The place is big and has two dining areas. Note that it is an older establishment and they no longer have an adult beverage license. You may however, bring your own.

Life Present

Feb 14, 2022 Report

First time I went, I was excited to get some good BBQ. Went in the drive through and they were polite and helpful. The food looked good and smelled good too. However about 7 mins after I ate, I HAD DIE-A-REE-AH. Automatic no return to business and bad review. Oh and another thing, I never get the runs from other places.