Intrinsic Smokehouse Brewery + BBQ Catering

Review №1

Rating: 4

First time visit. It was ok kinda dry. Bbq sauce are in packages. Will try it again just a different food item. Food

Date: 13 hours ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Date: 19 hours ago

Review №3

Rating: 4

The food was solid af. The amount of beef was too little though, I wish they charged more and gave a bigger portion. Their bbq sauces were amazing

Date: a day ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

Date: 2 days ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Been coming here for about two years, first things first nick the bartender/manager is one of the friendlist and most helpful people you will ever meet, as well as lauren and the other staff they are awesome! Second, the bbq is incredible and they have live bands and events come up here if you havent been forsure!!

Date: 3 days ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Excellent place all around

Date: 4 days ago

Review №7

Rating: 2

Ribs are good. Turkey is good and also brisket. Just wish the meats are hotter next time. Side are not that good. Mac and cheese was dry and very little cheese on it. Bread was stale. Chips are over seasoned.

Date: 5 days ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Date: 6 days ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

I grew up in Garland, and I have to say this is a pretty solid offering for this town cool vibe, all the selections were good, great place to grab a beer as well. Recommend.

Date: a week ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Ive been here before and it was ok but I came at lunchtime with my son and it was AMAZING I guess I just got the wrong thing the first time

Date: a week ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Great beer and great food!

Date: a week ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Really great food. Great place to go with family. Very clean inside. The staff there is very nice as well. I ve gone multiple times in every time. I am very happy.

Date: a week ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

The food is good. The beer is great and the atmosphere is unrushed.

Date: a week ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №15

Rating: 1

Two little ribs, a small, sliced up sausage link, with fatty brisket that someone cooked at home and brought to the office. It was overpriced, unsmoked/smokeless and tasteless flavored BBQ and sides. There was a fly buzzing around my food as it was being packaged. He probably touched down, I am not sure, I only saw him on the fly up. And finally, after having spent over $24.00 on the vittles, they didnt even put bread, pickles or onion with the plate. SMH!

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Great BBQ! Reasonably priced! Love what Garland has done with the square! Good place to spend an evening. Plenty of parking.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №18

Rating: 2

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №19

Rating: 4

Overall, the food was good. Today I ordered the stuffed bake potato. The potato itself was just a tad under cooked...a little to firm for me when compared to other bbq joints.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №20

Rating: 4

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Mmm the food and beer (texas thang ) was oh so good!!! I loved how the patio outside you can enjoy a nice concert and mingle. The area is nice and renovated and so family oriented.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Great beer. Very relaxing atmosphere

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

I absolutely love the atmosphere. Its very nice and quant. Two levels with a balcony rooftop setting. Great performances by local artists. I didnt like the margarita but enjoyed my visit.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №25

Rating: 2

Went for the first time recently. I was excited that they had jackfruit on the menu. Its rare, as a vegetarian, to be able to go somewhere with out of town friends craving bbq, and not be restricted to bread. FORTUNATELY, staff informed me that the jackfruit is cooked in the same oil as the chicken wings. This makes it NOT vegetarian. Apparently all fried foods are as well. I ended up having mac and cheese, and a side salad. Mac was cold and bland. Salad was fine. Tomato vinaigrette was good. Not sure why they dont sell beer at the food counter. My husband got the jalapeno cheese sausage. He says the flavor was good, but was dry. Jalapeno creamed corn was the highlight. Strongly recommend. He also recommends the fried okra, to non vegetarians. And the heeeeey czech pils was good. Very greatful to the staff for the clarity on preparation. Im not sure why you would go to the trouble of having a seemingly vegetarian option and then preparing it in such a way to negate that. Maybe just dont have one? Kid-friendliness: High chairs available

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Cool place and great beers, enjoyed my visit

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №27

Rating: 1

Very overpriced. I asked for briscuit not beef jerky between 2 slices of bread.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Good beers

Date: 4 weeks ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Delicious, good portions, and at the right price. I get the pit master and it s a win every time. Feeds 2-4 folks

Date: a month ago

Review №31

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №32

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №33

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №34

Rating: 1

Not sure if I came on a bad day, but the brisket was so dry and flavorless, even the sauce couldn t save it. The turnip greens and Mac and cheese were cold and flavorless as well. I got the brisket sammich and my niece couldn t even finish 1/4th of it. The only thing that was fresh and good were the side of fries. Very disappointed as the reviews seemed really good. This was on a Friday night for dinner so everything should have been fresh and hot, though. ***Update: I contacted them via their page to see if the owner was actually up to fixing this and nothing was done. Nobody reached back out to me.*** I m not sure what people expect their food and service to be like nowadays, but dry and flavorless food does not deserve business.

Date: a month ago

Review №35

Rating: 4

Ive been to Intrinsic many times, occasionally for drinks and appetizers, other times for lunch r dinner. Its a great vibe, the food is consistently good, and downtown Garland has been completely revamped. You need to give this place a try!

Date: a month ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №37

Rating: 1

My food was cold. I don t know what happened, I ve been coming to this place for years but lately the food hasn t been the same. The barbecue sauce packets are sticky.. I wouldn t waste my money here again.

Date: a month ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Great brisket and pulled pork. It had a nice thick smoke ring and good Texas flavor. Nice patio outside as well and a big selection of drinks. The staff were very friendly. Vegetarian options: Jackfruit

Date: a month ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №42

Rating: 4

Been a couple times now. Food is great, love the beer.

Date: a month ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

The food was fantastic the atmosphere was wonderful its a very Texas barbecue place.

Date: a month ago

Review №44

Rating: 4

Is 10oz the new PINT? Visited last night and was shocked that almost all the beers on tap were only 10oz. Best BBQ + beer in Texas

Date: a month ago

Review №45

Rating: 4

Great food but they dont have bbq chicken for my kid. Other than that, love this place. Vegetarian options: They have some items but its a bbq restaurant and theres a chance meat or meat products will end up in your food. Parking: Its in downtown Garlands turn square. Theres street parking right in front of the restaurant which is convenient when they arent busy. Otherwise, theres other parking options behind it and around the square. Kid-friendliness: Not a kid kind of place but you can take them.

Date: a month ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Met for dinner with some friends. Counter service with tables inside. Brisket was really good. Side salad was fair. Coleslaw was really good. Prices about $3 less than other places for a plate. Lots of tap beer selection. The water dispenser is also a tap handle at the end of the bar. They serve on a tray with paper and plastic. Fairly noisy atmosphere. Free parking. Located downtown next to the new city park.

Date: a month ago

Review №47

Rating: 3

Good was good. Not a big beer person, very unique brews. The band was way too loud.... you couldnt hear the singer. Thats what we came to see.

Date: a month ago

Review №48

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

We celebrated my sons birthday here. Good beer and beverages. Great brisket, but the jalapeño sausage stole the show

Date: a month ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Great brisket! Outstanding Mac and cheese.

Date: a month ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №52

Rating: 2

May be we went on an off day but this is the driest and blandest brisket we had in the area. Stick with the IPAs.

Date: a month ago

Review №53

Rating: 1

Potato was undercooked. Told the team but they didnt care. Oh well not my biz and def not returning.

Date: a month ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Great!!

Date: a month ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Love their selection of house made beers. The 9th anniversary celebration was well done. Parking: If the street parking is full, go 1/2 block east to the multi-level parking garage.

Date: a month ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Superb bbq.

Date: a month ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Good food, drink and atmosphere for a meal or a working meal in my case. Lower score on service as there is no table service.

Date: a month ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

My go-to for a quick drink or bite with friends. Celebrated my birthday here which was coincidentally during their anniversary. Will definitely continue going regularly as I have for years.

Date: a month ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Honestly I don t understand the bad reviews of this place. Had them for the first time tonight and they re were so good! Just wish it wasn t so pricey. But would rather give them my money than a chain. Will definitely be back! Thank y all! No need to explain the cost. I know BBQ EVERYWHERE IS PRICEY! Thank y all again may be in again tonight.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 4

Intrinsic is a great place to have in downtown Garland. It s on my usual rotation of BBQ joints and had sides that ll compete with any out there.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 2

Update: Went there today 8.2.24, brisket was horrible, tasted like a bad roast my wife makes. Jalepeno sausage was good Wont be back.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Great spot to grab a meal and sip some different beers. The food portions were perfect (initially thought small, but filled me up). The vibe reminds me of Mission BBQ, except theres a full bar inside. Also, a beer garden is connected by a door. Ill definitely venture back here when in the area.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 1

Me and my family used to come here years ago but theyve declined in attitude, manners, and food after a bunch of drama went down with previous owners/employees. Recently they posted a promotion video about their birthday event and included someone in their live music showcase who hasnt played there due to mistreatment and falsely advertised hed be there and used his face and brand without his consent. Overall, its a bunch of workers who have no respect for anyone or anything unless its something they can record. The food used to be good but now the brisket has been overly dry and everything else has either been undercooked or overcooked. Save your money and time and go somewhere else, theres better businesses.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 4

Date: 2 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

The turkey was off the chain no lie I killed everything on my plate including the banana pudding, not a fan of the tea and lemonade it wasnt sweet by any means and whish they had more fountain drink selections but other then that amazing place a must try

Date: 2 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Great specials and $3 pint on Wednesday. Beer is very good.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 4

Date: 2 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 4

Had dinner here with friends on a Friday evening. It wasnt too crowded, but steady. The food was tasty and they had a nice selection of sides, meats and sandwiches. You stand in line to order your food which is provided at checkout. The staff was friendly and efficient. There were indoor and outdoor seating options as well as live music. Outside had 3 levels of seating, but levels 2 and 3 were very limited. They also had a good selection of beers and mixed drinks. Prices were average. Parking was a little tricky though and limited as there are many restaurants in the area. I would say this place is family friendly. Ill be back.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Food was fresh and really good! Staff was very helpful and friendly.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 4

always great bbq here !! Sides are on point too if anything you have to have a mega cheat meal and try the chicken fried brisket with burnt end gravy omg !! Sunday brunch only though

Date: 2 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 3

Ive been coming here for years, back when I lived in Texas and when I visit. Its slowly declined in quality. The brisket I was served this year was incredibly dry, and the BBQ sauce is in plastic bags now. There are no longer self-serve pickles. The sides were terrible, rubbery mac n cheese and turnip greens with way too much vinegar. I loved to recommend this place in the past. I will no longer be doing so.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 2

Sorry , but was NOT impressed. Food was cold, brisket was dry and hard and my husbands choice of meat was raw (see pic). Unfortunately will not return.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 1

Wow what a disappointment.. drove a long way out of the way to try this place.. big mistake. The turkey and brisket were cold and almost too dry to even be able to chew it. The corn nuggets were cold and greasy the bacon pintos had zero salt at all. This place sucks. $44 for the 2 of us to leave our food on the table..

Date: 2 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 3

Date: 2 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 1

Very nice employee informed me today after I asked him to change gloves while making the jackfruit bbq sandwich (gloves were super greasy) that the vegan jackfruit bbq I had ordered in the past was covered in meat juices from the cooking method.I wrote the management a while ago about vegan entries and they never wrote back. I sincerely don t understand offering a vegan or vegetarian option like jackfruit bbq and then ruining it for the people who wanted to order it. I don t think I ll be coming back again. I m Sad.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

EVERYTHING was good. Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, sausage... we tried it all! The jalapeño creme corn was great, the fried okra. The coleslaw had some extra nice flavors! Only negative, the pulled pork was a little on the fatty side, for my liking.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 4

Date: 2 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 4

Date: 2 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

a little pricey but the food was very good and the staff were nice.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Nice little Brewery. The burial decent selection of the beer, and an impressive selection of games. It has chill vibes and a friendly staff.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 3

Order at the counter in the back. Good selection. Brisket was ok. Fresh pork rinds were pretty good. Sat at the bar. The bartender was way more interested in talking to people at one end than serving beer to me. She rarely looked down the line to see if anyone had an empty glass. Took about ten minutes before I decided to get up and go stand in the middle of the bar to ask for a beer. Second beer I waited about 5 minutes after finishing it, got up again and ordered another beer then closed out. Understand theres probably only 12 seats at the bar so its not like I was hiding. Beers were pretty good unfortunately not going to return due to the service.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

All around it was great! Had the marbled brisket & OMG it melted in your mouth

Date: 3 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Good food

Date: 3 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

BBQ and beers are great!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE!!!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 4

Family friendly

Date: 3 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 3

Disappointed that this establishment automatically adds 22% gratuity at the register . Bear in mind that you order at the counter and bring the food to your table yourself. Meats are good but sides are unpredictable.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Very busy fathers day...food delish. Had a peach sour to drink. Yum Vegetarian options: Jackfruit sandwich just like pulled pork Food : 5/5 |

Date: 3 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 4

First time here. We enjoyed it and will go back. We had a barbecue brisket sandwich.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

I look forward to going here every time especially when its on a Saturday as they have smoked pastrami available which is just impeccable. Their fried okra is 100% fresh, from scratch, and is the best okra Ive ever had every time Ive been. Their beer is quite good, especially the peach sour. You will find yourself coming back to this place time and time again.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Excellent authentic Texas BBQ and brewery in the heart of Garland Tx

Date: 3 months ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Omg! The food was soooo good. The turnip greens, which I dont usually eat, were delicious! The brisket is very flavorful and tender.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Im a lifelong Dallas resident and I regularly visit Downtown Garland. My younger brother is in town on business (he lives in Virginia) met up with me and our parents for lunch. My brother wanted barbeque and I found this restaurant was near where I was. I got the turkey and fried okra. It was very delicious and the turkey was not dried out. My dad was also impressed with the restaurant and the quality of the food. I wish they had a soda fountain though but they did sell cans of soda. They had quite a few options for sides as well as meats and a kids menu. Will visit again.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Great BBQ vibe in this place. Their brews are tasty as well as the food.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Love this place! The food has always been good and you can enjoy live bands on the weekends!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Foods good

Date: 3 months ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Great customer service! Good food portions. Pricing is fair Beer selection is eclectic and fun Food

Date: 3 months ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Good beer, great food, awesome vibe. We always love making the trip out there

Date: 3 months ago

Review №112

Rating: 4

My first time going. Food was great! Service was very good. Town Square location was nice. I will go again. Parking: Had to park a block away. However the town square was nice to look at.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Great beer selection with a nice outdoor patio

Date: 4 months ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Great place to get Texas bbq and beer. Get your beer at the bar, then get in line for the brisket. Parking is a little more difficult than getting a table in Intrinsic, but both can be accomplished.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Free sweet tea and lemonade with food in which I got the brisket Mac and cheese, which was PHENOMENAL! Crazy cocktail iterations and cool beers on tap. Perfect head on each pour and the best beer was the penfolio!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Great beer and food, friendly people. Priced fairly.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №120

Rating: 4

Great spot for a cold brew and delicious TX BBQ with all the fixings.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

It is one of the authentic smokehouse in Garland I like the style of the restaurant from inside, they serve verity foods. Food

Date: 4 months ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №124

Rating: 3

The team in the kitchen do a great job and make great food. The bartenders that I ve met (3-4) bring the score down. Watch your bill closely. I suspected an extra drink was put on my bill a few months ago, then heard a guy debating his bill on my next visit. Last week I visited and as the screen flashed quickly with my order details, I saw that an extra beer had been added to my tab before I ordered a beer. Maybe it s coincidental and accidental. Side note: 20% tip is standard in this country. If the PoS is set up to have quick touch for 18%, 22%, and 25% then don t look smug when I bypass your guilt trip and hit 18%.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

Excellent flavor and variety of drinks. All the dishes are quite good and well served! Ill be back ASAP ;D

Date: 4 months ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Great bbq good beer excellent location

Date: 4 months ago

Review №127

Rating: 4

Date: 4 months ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Great place to have some Texas bbq!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

I just dont have enough stars for Intrinsic - they have ridiculously good food, and the amount of drinks on tap can be overwhelming - so you just have to keep going over and over again to try them all. Relaxed atmosphere, including an outdoor seating area. This place is utopia, right on the Garland Square.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №132

Rating: 4

Good afternoon destination, brisket, ribs, smoked sausage. Its really good although the beans tasted good they were full of fat. Really liked the corn fritters

Date: 4 months ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

It is our new BBQ place.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №134

Rating: 4

This place has great prices, and am abundance of food options. Because of this the food obviously isnt up there with craft bbq. But gotta say for mass produced bbq this is one of the best with a killer venue. NINE sides, smoke full chicken wings tossed and a big platter of nachos. Meat has great flavor and smoke. Just not as moist as most places. Overall I would come back anytime. Best bang for your buck bbq. And great stuff to do in down town. In conclusion Id say this is on par with hutchins Meat wise. (Besides the sausage, sausage was mid) sides were about average.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №136

Rating: 4

Tender brisket. Great house baked potato chips. Good to see this restaurant in Garland. I suggest adding a modest condiment bar. Onions, peppers, BBQ sauce, etc. I enjoyed my visit for a relaxing lunch. Parking: Good location on the square

Date: 4 months ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

This has become my new favorite BBQ joint in Dallas. Their food far surpasses any popular bbq places you find on Top 10 lists. The brisket was SO juicy and tender. It was simply delicious, no bbq sauce needed (although their sauce selection was yummy). Mac n cheese and beans were so good too! The chips are homemade as well. This will be the new place I will recommend to my out of town friends that want actual good bbq LOL Parking: We grabbed lunch and were able to find a parking spot by the square easily!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Our family will be moving to Garland later this year and wanted to check out the newly revitalized downtown area. We opted for dinner and a few beers at Intrinsic and were very impressed. My wife and I split a 2 meat plate with 2x pulled pork (they were out of some meats due to it being an hour before close), creamed corn, and Mac and cheese. The pulled pork and jalapeño creamed corn were outstanding and we enjoyed the beers we sampled (Honey Basil #4, Big I.D (?) #10) very much. This is the first spot in TX I have found that carries a spicy barbecue sauce, which I found to be pretty good. They have daily food specials/happy hour 3-6/brunch offerings/monthly free comedy shows (3rd Wednesday of the month). I also noticed ample seating, a good selection of board games, and we ll be sure to check out their attached beer garden area next visit. Overall, a great experience and I anticipate my wife and I will become regular patrons once we move!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Love this little place.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

I absolutely loved it here. Food was phenomenal. Service was amazing and the patios they have outside are great. I sat at the very top patio and had an overlook of downtown Garland at Sunset. If you come here, you have to get the brisket best brisket I ve got in my life and it is pretty reasonable for the price I only paid $32 for two meals. And will definitely be going back again and they have great house made beer and also great tiramisu. Vegetarian options: They have a jackfruit option that they barbecue

Date: 5 months ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Went here spontaneously on a Friday night and instantly fell in love with this place. The beer was soo good, we had 4 different beers and took two home in bottles. I love that you can order a beer a walk around outside with it! The decor was so unique, the little local gift shelves of nicks knacks for sale was awesome. We ordered brisket, sausage, okra, and beans and it s the best we ve had not to mention stellar pricing! The upstairs observation deck alone is worth a visit to sit and look over downtown. I highly recommend this place whether you want to eat, drink, stay a while, or bring friends/co workers for an outing! And the service was great as well. Can t wait to go back! **my only qualm would be I d love it if the spicy bbq were spicier

Date: 5 months ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Really good BBQ. Way better than you will find at the local chains. When they have their Pastrami, YOU GOOT TRY IT. Fast and efficient ordering from the BBQ side, but getting drinks at the bar take too long. Not sure the solution there, but a waitstaff or 2 could make it a better experience. Outdoor space and rooftop dinning are awesome.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

The brisket is always top-notch.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Great BBQ and beer.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

The brisket was outstanding! Wish this place was close to home.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №154

Rating: 4

Date: 5 months ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Finally tried this place after many recommendations from friends. Glad I did! Food is great the atmosphere, band on the second side when we went, is festive and fun. Have to say, come try this place, it s worth it!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

We hosted a special event dinner at the location in the private room and I have no complaints. It was my first time at the location and the food was amazing. The brisket was fall apart tender and the Mac n cheese was . The lil bread n butter pickles had a lil bite to them and were super tasty as well. Look forward to returning.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №158

Rating: 4

Went there for brunch. My wife got the regular BBQ items and I got more of the breakfasty type food. The BBQ items especially both of the burnt ends dishes were really good. The breakfast stuff was just ok. I was a bit disappointed they didnt have coffee available. Theyre is a coffee house near though. I would go there first if your want coffee with your brunch.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

This is a great place. The bbq, the drinks, the staff and the location are all top notch. I ll be dreaming about that brisket and corn fritters for a while.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №160

Rating: 1

Food was tasty, beer was good, but 2 of 4 people in our party got sick and vomited within 12 hours of eating here. We got the platter so we all tried a little bit of everything.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №162

Rating: 4

Solid BBQ for much more reasonable prices than the big name joints in Dallas. Food: we got the pitmasters platter (5 meats over a pound in total and 3 good sized sides) for $40, and enjoyed it thoroughly. The ribs were excellent, with very good brisket, pulled pork, sausage, and turkey. Our sides were generous and tasty too, and we enjoyed our corn, beans, and fried okra. Beer: decent house made beer for Dallas prices in the $6-8 range, with stronger beers served in little tulip cups. Service: do not come here to eat if you are in a hurry, as a long line forms for counter order food, with only one guy putting together and plating each order, and one guy floating around the counter and kitchen working the register. A slow and inefficient process that involves a lot of standing around and waiting, especially during busier times. Vibe: old Texas saloon style, with a lot of bricks and wood. Cement floors throughout, and clean enough industrial restrooms with handmade steel counters and a sawed off keg sink. Two unisex bathrooms that back up (wait time) at busy times. Hood: the downtown Garland square is making a comeback, and feels like the right place for this establishment. All in all, a good affordable BBQ experience, well worth the drive.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №163

Rating: 4

Date: 5 months ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

I came to Intrinsic on a work lunch today and was blown away. Brisket was amazing. The bark and smoke ring were incredible. The coleslaw and jalapeño corn was out of this world! I would come back just for the sides alone! The interior of the restaurant is really cute as well. Food

Date: 5 months ago

Review №165

Rating: 3

Date: 6 months ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Great beer selection and BBQ plates. There is plenty of seating space and a patio/ terrace. It was a little crowded when I went with a long waiting line to order.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

Perfect beer on a perfect day. Love Intrinsic!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

One of the best briskets Ive ever had along with the jalapeno cheddar sausage. The beers were great and it rotates often. They do a good job of brewing with unique ingredients.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

great atmosphere!!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №170

Rating: 2

This past Saturday, my wife and I took my father out for lunch, and I was blown away by, what I considered to be, an unusually small portion size relative to the price of the plate. My father ordered a sliced brisket sandwich, and I ordered a sliced brisket plate. In terms of the meat (the plate did come with two sides), I was surprised to see my plate only had 3 small slices of brisket (see picture), whereas his sliced brisket sandwich literally had twice the amount of brisket as my plate. I actually thought it might have been an honest error by the person who sliced the brisket plate, so I showed a picture of the three slices to the manager to see of there might have been a mix-up. Instead, he seemed incredulous to the fact that I was questioning the portion size and made zero effort to rectify the situation. If the expectation is that $14.50 is the intended price for three small pieces of brisket, I do not consider that to be commensurate value. Please note, I have zero issue with the quality of the food. However, I have lived in the DFW area since October 2012, and this was by far the smallest portion of brisket I have received from any BBQ restaurant in the area. I would have expected better given my past positive experiences at this restaurant. Hopefully it was a one-time anomaly and not a downward trend.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №171

Rating: 2

Waited in line last Saturday and was told they had no chicken or turkey. This was about stx thirty. Had to go to another line to get drinks. There are no napkins around. Tables are dirty not enough staff to serve drinks.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №172

Rating: 1

Yesterday i ordered a brisket sandwich with extra brisket, when I went home I always check my food. And all the extra brisket was literally extra fat. I will not be ordering anything else from this establishment. I think they are very prejudice because thus is not the first time thus has happened. And we have been staying in downtown Garland for 3yrs now. The only friendly people are the bartenders. And on top of that I shouldve not tip them $5 dollars!!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №173

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №174

Rating: 4

The brisket tacos were the best I have ever had. Vegetarian options: I get the irony but since my wife is vegetarian, there aren t many options for her. Food : 5/5 |

Date: 6 months ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

Best BBQ Ive ever had. I would put it at the top of your to visit list. Located in a neat area too, downtown Garland, Tx.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

No ribs. No chicken. Our birds heads are falling off...lol! Great food and fun place though...

Date: 6 months ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

There are no ribs like these ribs! The bones literally disintegrate in your mouth! Number one must have ribs in all of Texas, the Country, the World, and quite possibly the entire Universe!! Food : 5/5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Great local place for bbq and beer

Date: 6 months ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Where else but downtown Garland Texas can you get the best of both worlds? Great atmosphere, great entertainment and especially great food. Intrinsic offers both. We happened to stop by for a drink and a band was setting up so we stayed to check it out. Was a blast. So we decided the next time we came we would eat dinner there instead. Was not dissatisfied. Was delicious. And the employees? Wow so friendly. Definitely going back for more.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Great food and service! Thanks Lauren! Kid-friendliness: All smiles. Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access .

Date: 6 months ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

We had a great time celebrating my niece after getting married on Wednesday. Delicious food, great atmosphere, good beer and fun times. Food

Date: 6 months ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

I usually dont mix beer and bbq, but it was a great mix here. Had their house IPA and ribs. Ribs had a great smoke taste to them. Would definitely go back to try more meats.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

Whenever Im craving BBQ, Intrinsic Smokehouse Brewery + BBQ Catering is where I head! The burnt ends are a must-try - crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and bursting with flavor. Plus, the friendly staff always make me feel right at home.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

Your looking for a beer,food great atmosphere intrinsic is the place to gather with friends family or just to enjoy a minute to jour self this is the place COME CHECK IT OUT guarantee you will love it like we do.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Great little dive & BBQ bar! Prices are to be expected but they did have more side options than most places and they actually had ribs! Pricey but everywhere we stopped before there was out of ribs!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

I had the brisket sandwich and bacon pinto beans. Both were very tasty. $12.50 w/o drink. Place also is a brewery. They have an excellent stout.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Good beer, good brisket nachos and beans, friendly service

Date: 7 months ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

Great brews and que. The staff is really nice and attentive. The meat tater is really good and relatively cheap. Parking: Once construction has been completed on the square parking will be a lot better.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №193

Rating: 4

Date: 7 months ago

Review №194

Rating: 3

The atmosphere was great. We really loved the location and the fact that there was the playground right across the street for our kids. The beer that we tried was amazing! The only bad thing which really made it unfortunate was the service. The girl that was bartending was really rude and not helpful at all. Kid-friendliness: They allow you to put your beers in plastic cups and go to the park and playground.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №195

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere and food. Staff was friendly as well. Nice area out back where live bands can perform.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №199

Rating: 4

Date: 7 months ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

Great beer and the brisket was amazing! I love that it s dog friendly and the dogs loved the bones!

Date: 7 months ago