Overview

Founded by chef Ronnie Killen in 2013, Killen's BBQ has become a Houston-area institution and one of Texas' most celebrated barbecue destinations. What started as a pop-up quickly grew into a phenomenon with lines forming hours before opening. Killen, a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, applies fine dining techniques to traditional Texas barbecue, resulting in perfectly smoked meats that attract barbecue enthusiasts from across the country. The restaurant has been featured on numerous national TV shows and publications, cementing its status as a must-visit culinary landmark in the Houston area.