The meat counter at Bud's House of Meat

Pork steak sandwich and boudin at Bud's House of Meat

Barbecue to go window at Bud's House of Meat

Breakfast sausage at Bud's House of Meat

Barbecue is everywhere in Houston. Yes, there are the classic joints – restaurants dedicated solely to the art of smoked meat. Think Pinkerton’s Barbecue or The Pit Room.

But for Houstonians with a constant craving for ribs, boudin and brisket, there’s a whole other universe of options.

Barbecue trucks and trailers occupy food-truck parks and populate roadside lots and driveways. These are often strictly to-go operations so that you can get a quick-fix for your barbecue cravings.........

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