Big Hoss BBQ Professional

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I ran across a Killeen, TX Daily Hearld article about Walter Brown, owner of "Big Hoss" BBQ, and Pat Kern, another supportive citizen who did an exceptional service by feeding 220 soldiers from nearby Fort Hood. Brown went to pay Kern $1700 for work done at his restaurant. Kern refused the money and said, "Take your money elsewhere." Brown kept the money and fed 220 soldiers at his newly opened BBQ. We drove 3 1/2 hours from Abilene to visit "Big Hoss" BBQ. We had read reviews from another site that gave his BBQ a whopping 5 stars. "Big Hoss" was at the entrance when we arrived and made us feel like VIP's. We arrived early so he was able to give us a grand tour... of special interest is a display of "Old West" characters, each hand-carved from a single piece of wood.. no glue! .. done by local artists. Each booth has a special theme depicting lives of special folks in the area. Mrs. "Hoss" was equally gracious as was our server. We enjoyed our meal ABOVE ALL. Hubby and I shared our food together so we had Brisket, Spare Ribs and Chicken, along with sides of veggies and dessert; my Peach Cobbler w/Ice Cream was terriffic! What's nice is that you have an option to "Build Ya' Own Plate. I'm from the South, so I suggested corn sticks would be a nice addition to his menu; his slices of white and wheat breads were nice. Also, I prefer corn on cob over whole kernel corn. He also has specials, Friday is Catfish & Hush puppies, plus other daily specials posted at the entrance. The day we were there was a yummy looking German meal, another was a Pork Loin meal. Next visit I'll try his Appetizer, "Bedroll Shrimp." His beverages are "soft," but I think you can BYOB. Currently, he's only open Fridays 4pm-9pm, Saturdays 11am-9pm and Sundays 11am-7pm. Out-of-towners will need a map or Street Pilot to find The Settlement, but you won't regret your visit!I ran across a Killeen, TX Daily Hearld article about Walter Brown, owner of "Big Hoss" BBQ, and Pat Kern, another supportive citizen who did an exceptional service by feeding 220 soldiers from nearby Fort Hood. Brown went to pay Kern $1700 for work done at his restaurant. Kern refused the money and said, "Take your money elsewhere." Brown kept the money and fed 220 soldiers at his newly opened BBQ. We drove 3 1/2 hours from Abilene to visit "Big Hoss" BBQ. We had read reviews from another site that gave his BBQ a whopping 5 stars. "Big Hoss" was at the entrance when we arrived and made us feel like VIP's. We arrived early so he was able to give us a grand tour... of special interest is a display of "Old West" characters, each hand-carved from a single piece of wood.. no glue! .. done by local artists. Each booth has a special theme depicting lives of special folks in the area. Mrs. "Hoss" was equally gracious as was our server. We enjoyed our meal ABOVE ALL. Hubby and I shared our food together so we had Brisket, Spare Ribs and Chicken, along with sides of veggies and dessert; my Peach Cobbler w/Ice Cream was terriffic! What's nice is that you have an option to "Build Ya' Own Plate. I'm from the South, so I suggested corn sticks would be a nice addition to his menu; his slices of white and wheat breads were nice. Also, I prefer corn on cob over whole kernel corn. He also has specials, Friday is Catfish & Hush puppies, plus other daily specials posted at the entrance. The day we were there was a yummy looking German meal, another was a Pork Loin meal. Next visit I'll try his Appetizer, "Bedroll Shrimp." His beverages are "soft," but I think you can BYOB. Currently, he's only open Fridays 4pm-9pm, Saturdays 11am-9pm and Sundays 11am-7pm. Out-of-towners will need a map or Street Pilot to find The Settlement, but you won't regret your visit!

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Cuisines: Caterers, Barbecue, American, Seafood

Wi-Fi: No

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Alcohol: BYOB

Parking: Free

Bike Parking: Yes

Attire: Casual

Takes Reservations: Yes

Outdoor Seating: No

Price Range : Average

Accepted Payment Method(s)

all Major Credit Cards, Visa, Discover, Amex, Mastercard