ARLINGTON

This restaurant offers a great take on Tex-Mex cuisine. As expected in Texas, there’s no shortage of excellent barbecue spots, and this place is no exception—their barbecue is outstanding. What sets this restaurant apart is how well it captures the essence of Mexican-inspired flavors. The side dishes, in particular, are creative, unique, and full of flavor, making them a highlight of the meal. The space itself isn’t very large, so be prepared for a possible wait during busy hours. Also, while the sides are worth trying, ordering several can quickly add up in price. Overall, it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for a fresh and flavorful Tex-Mex experience with a strong barbecue foundation.

We've heard a lot about this place and we finally got to visit on a Sunday night. It was a school night, so it wasn't too packed because you can sit outside or at Hayter's bar next door. We ordered El Patron w/ Street Corn, Potato Salad, and Creamy Red Slaw, 1/2 lb of Prime Brisket, and Half Chicken. Really great BBQ and sides! We had 8 people (4 adults and 4 kids) and still took a bunch of meat home. This is Tex-Mex style BBQ which did not disappoint. The meat was tender and tasty even without the sauce. The sides were interesting because they were different than other BBQ places, but tasted good. They even had tacos for sides. The staff were all really nice. Very helpful and accommodating. The only downside is that they're tucked away at the back of a street. It would be easy to miss without GPS.

Me and my bf are visiting Texas for the first time and this made our experience. Line was out the door which was a good sign. The food and customer service was amazing.We got the El Jefe. I enjoyed the pulled pork and tacos. My bf enjoyed the burnt ends and brisket! 10/10 would recommend!

Man! Those ribs were meaty and seasoned just right. I loved the Street Corn. The servers were on it! This is a place I would eat at again. Arlington, TX, Hurtado BBQ... You guys were awesome serving everyone at the car show today. Thanks! 🤠

Very friendly staff and really great barbecue! The sides were really delicious and tasty, the burnt ends and turkey were also very good! The brisket was a little bland, but they had a nice Smoky barbecue sauce to go with it.