Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Houston: 1:59 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (713) 802-2000 to confirm.
Location & directions
1504 Airline DriveHouston, TX 77009
About Pinkerton's Barbecue
Pinkerton's Barbecue is a barbecue restaurant located at 1504 Airline Drive in Houston, Texas. It's part of our guide to 2,820 restaurants, cafes and bars in Houston.
Pinkerton's Barbecue is open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday).
Service options include outdoor seating and dine-in.
Accessibility features: limited wheelchair access. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and cash. Phone: (713) 802-2000.
Quick facts
- Category
- Barbecue Restaurant
- Address
- 1504 Airline Drive, Houston, TX 77009
- Phone
- (713) 802-2000
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for barbecue restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Pinkerton's Barbecue’s weekday schedule with 12 other barbecue restaurants in Houston. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 52 hours a week, 20 hours fewer than the local median of 72. 75% of barbecue restaurants in Houston open on Sundays, and Pinkerton's Barbecue is one of them.
Compared with 12 other barbecue restaurants in Houston that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for barbecue restaurants in Texas
Based on 71 menus with 3,189 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Texas, the median menu item costs $8.99, and half of all items are priced between $4.25 and $16.00.
We don’t have Pinkerton's Barbecue’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what barbecue restaurants in Texas typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Potato Salad | 48% | $3.50 |
| Pulled Pork | 39% | $14.00 |
| Chicken | 34% | $10.75 |
| Sausage | 32% | $10.99 |
| Brisket | 31% | $15.07 |
| Turkey | 30% | $13.61 |
| Green Beans | 28% | $3.95 |
| Banana Pudding | 24% | $4.60 |
Calculated from 71 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Limited wheelchair access
Amenities
- Restroom
- Air conditioning
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Cash
Children
- Changing table
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Pinkerton's Barbecue there are 5 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 34 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Mexican & Tex-Mex (6), Bars & Pubs (6), Burgers & Fast Food (4), and American (3).
Pinkerton's Barbecue is the only barbecue restaurant within a mile (10 within three miles). The next closest is Loro Heights, 1.6 mi away.
16 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexTeotihuacan Mexican Cafe< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsThe Shiloh Club0.5 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeEl Gato Coffee House0.6 mi
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternHelen in the Heights0.6 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.6 mi
What to expect at a barbecue restaurant
American barbecue means meat cooked low and slow over wood smoke, and every region has its own rules. Central Texas is about beef brisket with a simple salt-and-pepper rub; Kansas City does a bit of everything with a thick sweet sauce; Memphis is known for ribs, wet or dry; and the Carolinas are pork country, with vinegar or mustard sauces.
What to order
- Brisket – ask for “moist” (fatty) or “lean” cuts
- Pork ribs – spare ribs or baby backs
- Pulled pork – often served as a sandwich
- Burnt ends – a Kansas City specialty
Good to know
- Arrive early – popular items often sell out before closing time.
- Ordering by the pound and sharing is usually the best value for groups.
- Many places only open a few days a week; check the hours before driving out.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Pinkerton's Barbecue's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Pinkerton's Barbecue open on Sunday?
Yes, Pinkerton's Barbecue is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Pinkerton's Barbecue located?
Pinkerton's Barbecue is located at 1504 Airline Drive, Houston, TX 77009.
What is the phone number of Pinkerton's Barbecue?
You can call Pinkerton's Barbecue at (713) 802-2000.
Does Pinkerton's Barbecue offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Pinkerton's Barbecue. Listed service options: outdoor seating and dine-in.
Is Pinkerton's Barbecue wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: limited wheelchair access.
Is Pinkerton's Barbecue good for kids?
Family-friendly details: changing table.
Is Pinkerton's Barbecue open late?
Yes – Pinkerton's Barbecue is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Pinkerton's Barbecue?
There are 34 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Pinkerton's Barbecue. Nearby options include Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe (< 0.1 mi), The Shiloh Club (0.5 mi), and El Gato Coffee House (0.6 mi).
Are there other barbecue restaurants near Pinkerton's Barbecue?
None within a mile. The closest is Loro Heights, 1.6 mi away.
How much do barbecue restaurants in Texas cost?
Based on 71 menus with 3,189 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Texas, the median menu item costs $8.99, and half of all items are priced between $4.25 and $16.00.
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