The saying “good things come in small packages” can often be applied to small, family-owned restaurants. Kentucky offers many of these throughout the state and they serve up a wide variety of delicious foods. If you’re a fan of barbecue, Kentucky is a great place to be for some of the best you’ll find anywhere. Located in Richmond, within walking distance of EKU, you’ll find Straight From Texas Bar-B-Que. This tiny restaurant is smoking some of the best BBQ in Kentucky and you’re going to want to bring your appetite and pay it a visit the next time you’re in town.

If you love good BBQ and have ever had authentic Texas BBQ, then you're going to want to track down Straight From Texas Bar-B-Que in Richmond.
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Located right in the heart of town near EKU, this family-owned restaurant began as a carryout spot with limited hours and has grown to a small restaurant that's open 5 days/week.
The owners aim to bring a taste of that authentic Texas BBQ to the Bluegrass State and they do just that.
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They still do a good amount of carryout business, as well as catering, but the restaurant does offer a small dining area so you can enjoy your barbecue right there at the eatery.
The BBQ here is done the right way - low and slow - to give it that flavorful, tender appeal.
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The meats are smoked for over 12 hours before they are served up to hungry guests. You can smell the deliciousness from the minute you pull up to the restaurant.

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The menu is simple and delicious and includes a variety of smoked meats and homemade sides.
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We highly recommend you go with the Texas Sampler to be able to taste 4 meats in one meal. They are all mouthwatering and this way you don't have to choose.
The deep flavor and juiciness of the meat is undeniable and is what keeps guests coming back for more.
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Many visitors now come to town just to get a taste of this authentic barbecue.
The sides are also a standout and are made from scratch at the restaurant.
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Mac & cheese, slaw, beans, potato salad, corn bread, and more are all the perfect accompaniments to the smoky meat.
Kentucky offers many distinct flavors and dishes, but we happily welcome a taste of Texas BBQ here in the Bluegrass.
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Serving up some of the best BBQ in Kentucky, Straight From Texas Bar-B-Cue is a must-try dining destination in this college town and will have you anxious to come back for more.

Straight From Texas Bar-B-Que smokes some of the best BBQ in Kentucky and many say it’s the best of the best in this college town. Whether you’re an EKU student, family, or local, make plans to enjoy a mouthwatering meal from this tiny, family-owned BBQ joint in Richmond. Have you chowed down on smoked brisket, ribs, and pork from Straight From Texas Bar-B-Que? What other college town restaurants do you love? Let us know in the comments!

For more information on Straight From Texas Bar-B-Que, visit its website here and follow along on Facebook here. The restaurant is open Tuesday – Friday 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Address: 306 North Street, Richmond, KY 40475

And for another family-owned hidden gem in Richmond, check out our previous article here.

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