Barbecue Inn Has Been Feeding Houston Since 1946 | Texas Country Reporter

In Houston, one of the city’s most famous barbecue restaurants is known for its fried chicken—and its fried shrimp. Since 1946, Barbecue Inn has been serving generations of Texans comfort food that never goes out of style. Still run by the same family, the restaurant has barely changed since the 1960s, and that’s exactly how customers like it. What started as a barbecue joint quietly became a national favorite for fried chicken, shrimp, and classic Southern plates—all without chasing trends. This Texas Country Reporter classic explores why Barbecue Inn remains a Houston landmark, where waitresses are remembered on the walls, recipes stay the same, and families keep coming back decade after decade. It’s a story about tradition, loyalty, and the rare places that don’t need reinvention—because they got it right the first time. Wayne & David Skrehot 116 W Crosstimbers St Houston, TX 77018 Phone: 713-695-8112 Tik Tok ► https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMR7EpeVw/ Facebook ►   / texascountryreporter   Instagram ►   / texascountryreporter   Texas Country Reporter #1838 11-19-2022