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Texas BBQ & beer served in a rustic-chic, cafeteria-style setup, with regular live music.
What to order: Moist Brisket · Peppery Ribs · Spicy Sausage · Longhorn Cheddar Mac & CheeseFrom Google Maps reviews.
Hill Country Barbecue Market at 26 Street is a great spot for anyone craving authentic Texas-style barbecue in New York City. The atmosphere is lively and casual, with plenty of seating and a fun market-style setup. We tried a variety of meats and were impressed by the smoky flavor and tenderness, especially the brisket and ribs. The portions were generous, and the classic barbecue sides complemented the meal well. The service was efficient despite the busy crowd. The only downside was the col
Missing home, craving that good ol texas bbq so I had to come here and see what the deal is. Honestly, I enjoyed it! Hill Country does a solid job. I got the lunch special which gets you a sandwich, a side, and a drink. For the sandwich I went with the Sliced Brisket. It was tender, cooked and seasoned well, had a nice thick bark to it that I really loved. Onions and pickles were good. I thought the BBQ sauce was fine, it was dispensed from a bottle at the table but I wish it was provided warm
We visited Hill Country BBQ Market for dinner on Jun 24, 2025 as part of the Road Scholar's "American Mosaic - An NYC Exploration" program. Since our program covered the expenses, we didn't pay anything out of pocket. Now I enjoy a good BBQ cookout at home as much as the next family, but don't care for it as a dining experience. My employer catered BBQ luncheons from time to time, and even then I wasn't crazy about it. Here in Hill Country, a room was reserved for us (party of 36). Our dinnerwa
From the Apr 22, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.
Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Contaminated food was kept instead of being thrown out.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Flies were present in the space.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.
Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Dishes and utensils weren't being properly washed and sanitized.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.