Reviews for Cooper's Original Pit Bar-B-Q in Mason, TX
Absolutely horrible. Brisket was super dry and tough. I asked the pitmaster if I could get more bc it was super dry. He brought... some back and asked if that looked better. I said it did but as soon as I had to saw through it with my knife, I knew it wasn't.I'm used to fall apart meat you can cut with your fork. Prices are overly expensive. $6.95 for a very small salad is beyondridiculous. 1/3 pound of brisket, potato salad with ???? and tea and a cobbler was over $24. Insane!!! I know prices have goneup but salad shouldn't be anywhere near $7. Read more
Just as good as the famed location in Llano Texas which I have been to 3x before this one. It is the same exact concept and... quality meats but cheaper by a bit and faster service due to far shorter lines. I actually think that I would rather make thedrive to Mason (closer to home for me anyway) than make the drive to Llano to get great BBQ since it's so similar if notidentical at lower prices and faster service. I love the view you get over the pits to point and choose what you want, how much,pending whats available at the time. The half chicken, smoked turkey, and brisket are big winners for us. My wife and I lovedall 3 of them. The coleslaw is great, my favorite classic side to BBQ other than beans or sweet cornbread. The baked potatoesare big and soft, tender and tasty, load it up with toppings as you wish. We paid about $70 for all our goods and leftovers aswell. Read more
Wow!!! The most amazing BBQ that I have had in a very very long time! They even let you walk up to the pit to see the meat on... the pit and select it. I have been on a quest to find awesome barbecue and this place is the best I have found so far! They havebeen around since 1953 and they are the original. There are other Coopers BBQ that tried a spin off but they are different. Thisone is the original. They start preparing the mesquite wood the day before and burning it to prepare the coals. Then they addthe brisket in giant pits the wee hours of the morning to have it ready later than day. It's a labor of love and pride toprepare barbecue this way and it shows. If you are in the area, please please try this amazing BBQ, you will be happy you did.Everyone there is friendly, helpful and takes pride in what they do which is to make the most amazing BBQ. And they have outdoorseating and are dog friendly. Read more
I had wonderful smoked pork loin BBQ and a jalapeño popper. The popper had a slice of tender meat inside. It was delicious.... For sides, I had their sweet cole slaw and blackberry cobbler. Some families opted to eat outside on the picnic tables as it wasperfect weather to do so. As I ate inside, I marveled at the hand painted mural of the Mighty Puncherdome. I'm so glad Mason'soriginal Cooper's is carrying on the family name in a genuine way. Very tasty! Two thumbs up! Read more
One of our favorite stops!! One of the many few that serve goat. Today was goat sausage, jalapeño cheese sausage, beef rib,... turkey breast, chicken jalapeño poppers, and brisket. Dipping increases flavor profile and beans have never disappointed!! Seeya next time!! Read more
I tried the brisket, sausage, Bacon wrapped meatballs, jalapeno poppers, Mac and cheese, and potato salad. (Yes, in one sitting.... I know what I'm about lol) I wouldn't hesitate to order the same thing again. The only thing I'd change is the amount of foodI'd order because I wish I had some to take home and eat later! Everything was amazing. Fast service and great Bar-B-Q...whatelse could you want?? Nothing. The answer is nothing. Cooper's checks all the boxes TWICE! Read more
Outstanding BBQ and the guy who helped us choose our meats was unbelievably kind and friendly. They take pride in their food and... customer service and it shows. PRO TIP: get extra sauce - not the stuff on the table, the juicy stuff in the warmer in the back. Read more
Worth the drive from wherever you are! Awesome pit smoked BBQ, and great sides, plus the desserts ????