El Monte BBQ

Absolutely delicious barbecue and sides. The charro beans and rice were better than homemade! Moist brisket, turkey and some of the best ribs I’ve ever had! Chef Jaime definitely knows his stuff and was great to talk with. Hands down better bbq than 2M and Smoke Shack! Go and try it for yourself...

This restaurant is small and very personal. It made me feel at home the minute I walked in the employees greeted me with a smile. I was asked how my food was and for the first time I felt my opinion really mattered to the Chef/Pit-master. The food is full of flavor and excitement just like the staff. It is tough to come by a BBQ joint that is so personal to their guest.

I have been to several BBQ places here in San Antonio. I can honestly say that every single one has impressed me with their technique and passion for the way they cook. Seeing how small businesses struggle first hand I try and go out and support as many as I can. Reading other reviews of many different places makes me excited to go in a try something new. Others though make me question some commenters motives. If you want to leave a review for a restaurant go ahead I am sure owners appreciate the feed back. I just dont think it is very appropriate to comment another business being superior on another business page it can bee seen as petty. So before you take someone else's word for who has the "best BBQ in SA" go out and try for yourself and help these businesses flourish rather than tearing them down.

Great small place South Texas style BBQ joint, everything made fresh daily Chef Jaime is a great host and will make sure you are happy with meal. I had the 3 meat plate, brisket, 1 pork rib and sausage along with 3 sides, cream corn by far is the best I've had in awhile. Would highly recommend arrive early, sitting is limited

Barbeque is a Texas staple. I'm considered by family and friends as a super chef and food critic.

I judge others food by comparing to my own cooking. El Monte BBQ is close to my own cooking in taste. I have only had BBQ from 10 or 12 BBQ facilities in the San Antonio area. I haven't tried every BBQ facility in the area, but El Monte BBQ is definitely the best in or adjoining San Antonio.

And yes, there are a number of BBQ places in Texas better than my cooking. But that is a story for another time.

Enjoy!