# Texas Monthly BBQ Finder

> Texas BBQ joint finder with expert reviews, regional guides, and user ratings. (iPhone/iPad app by Texas Monthly Magazine.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texas-monthly-bbq-finder/id412473677 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Texas Monthly Magazine](https://appshunter.io/developer/1174424651)
- Category: Food & Drink, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 36 App Store ratings · 47 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 67 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-06-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texas-monthly-bbq-finder/id412473677/reviews.md

## What is Texas Monthly BBQ Finder?

The Texas Monthly BBQ Finder app is your one-stop-shop for all of the best BBQ joint recommendations in the great state of Texas. You'll find over 100 expert written reviews by BBQ Editor Daniel Vaughn, 'cue news, and the Top 50 BBQ list, which features the best BBQ joints in Texas.

Stamp joints from the Top 50 list to fill up your BBQ passport. Leave user ratings and – exclusive to TM BBQ Club members – write reviews directly within the app. (Follow the link below to join!)

Explore the state using our curated regional guides. Mark your favorites or create a custom list with the "saved joints" feature to make the most of your trip.

What's included:
- Explore over 100 recommended joints from Texas Monthly
- Rate joints with other users
- Write a review (exclusive to TM BBQ Club members)
- Save personal favorites or create custom lists
- Leverage new regional BBQ guides to get the most out of your trip
- Read the latest BBQ joint reviews from Daniel Vaughn
- Dig into the Top 50 BBQ joints list

Join TM BBQ Club - tmbbqclub.com
Subscribe to Texas Monthly - texasmonthly.com/subscribe
Questions? Email appsupport@texasmonthly.com

## Key features

- Over 100 expert-written reviews
- Top 50 BBQ joints list
- User ratings and reviews
- BBQ passport with stampable joints
- Curated regional BBQ guides
- Save favorite joints and create custom lists

## Recent user reviews (10 of 47)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texas-monthly-bbq-finder/id412473677/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Waste of time

*2026-04-17*

Drove hundreds of miles across Texas, spent hours in lines, spent a small fortune on bbq only to have the app log me out and delete all of my stamps

### 4/5 — Needs Updating

*2025-05-20*

This app needs an update.  Not sure it’s keeping up with the places Daniel Vaughn has reviewed recently.

Texas Monthly should also consider creating a Taco Finder based on José R. Ralat reviews

### 5/5 — Great tracker

*2024-10-19*

Nice way to track my visits / read reviews so I know what to order

### 1/5 — Still won’t open

*2024-04-29*

Been
Like this for a year or so?

### 4/5 — I love this app and it won’t open.

*2023-02-04*

Please fix it.

### 1/5 — Broken app

*2023-01-04, version 4.1.0*

New update broke the app. 1/23

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2022-01-27*

Won’t open

### 4/5 — Great BBQ Finding App

*2021-11-13*

If you love Texas BBQ, you know Texas Monthly is a trusted voice in this ever-evolving, fast-moving food scene. This app is great for finding that smoked meat goodness, Texas style, when you travel. My favorite feature is probably the built-in, region-specific guides with maps that use GPS from your phone to get you close.

I took off 1 star because they want a subscription to submit written reviews. With Yelp and TripAdvisor you only need an account to submit written reviews, so I’m confused as to why TM thinks users should pay for that opportunity.

### 5/5 — UPDATE IS AMAZING!!

*2021-10-07*

Wow. I had this app back when it first came out, and all of the missing features have been added. You can save your favorites, map out plans to chow down, and see other users’ ratings. Love it.

### 5/5 — Excellent reference for locals and visitors

*2021-05-12*

States it’s a reader’s work in progress but seems no way to suggest a local (or not) BBQ favorite by the neighbors

Our faviorate is Chasin Tail in Lake Dallas just off I35E

## Frequently asked questions about Texas Monthly BBQ Finder

### What does the Texas Monthly BBQ Finder app do?

The app helps users discover and explore the best BBQ joints across Texas. It features over 100 expert-written reviews, a Top 50 BBQ list, regional guides, and the ability to save favorite spots.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include access to over 100 recommended joints, user ratings, a BBQ passport to track visited locations, curated regional guides, and the ability to save personal favorites or create custom lists.

### Is the app free to use?

The app is free to download and use. However, some exclusive features, such as writing reviews directly within the app, are available to TM BBQ Club members. There are also links to subscribe to Texas Monthly.

### What kind of content can I find in the app?

You can find expert-written reviews by BBQ Editor Daniel Vaughn, 'cue news, the Top 50 BBQ joints list, and curated regional guides to help you explore Texas's BBQ scene.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is designed for anyone interested in finding and experiencing the best BBQ in Texas. This includes locals looking for new spots, tourists planning a trip, and BBQ enthusiasts wanting to explore.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.2.1 — 2026-04-24

In this follow-up to our release of our new sign-in flow, we updated dependencies and made a few minor fixes.

### 4.2.0 — 2026-04-14

Introducing a new authorization system that integrates BBQ Finder with other Texas Monthly properties. We are also sending up many bug fixes and enhancements.

### 4.1.8 — 2025-06-16

Introducing the new 50 Best BBQ Joints in Texas.

### 4.1.7 — 2025-06-05

The new list has dropped: The 50 Best BBQ Joints in Texas.

### 4.1.6 — 2025-04-22

Introducing the Passport Tab.

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