Houstonist: Restaurant Review: Beaver's

jbmove

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:17:08 -0600

Am I the only person not bedazzled by this latest Pope venture? I had to ask for a KNIFE (they brought a steak knife but admittedly I think a butter knife would've done) to cut my brisket. The horror. Growing up in Texas I learned quickly that reputations are easily codified on BBQ savvy... and after hacking into mine with a serrated edge I'd say that my militant Monica's is tarnished. I did appreciate the kale avec beans. Tasty. I plead, however, for brisket a-la fall-apart. I want to like this so much ...

lizb

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 11:59:37 -0600

On your rec. we stopped by for a snack and beverages early Saturday. It was fantastic. Our bartender Bobby was top-notch. The Mac and Cheese as good as and a heckuva lot cheaper than Max's. Real Ale Coffee Porter on tap! What else do you need to know? I will be visiting a lot before this place gets Onion Creeked and then I'll have to stop going.

rasuch

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 11:24:36 -0600

There was a huge crowd last night. Good for you and Beaver's. I just wanted to mention that they have the best bartender in town -in my opinion. It's nice to see a place that cares about their food and their drinks.

houston_adrienne

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 11:05:27 -0600

Hot damn, Rob! You packed a huge crowd into the Beaver last night!

Rob Hays

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 17:20:04 -0600

MJ, Now that you mention it, there was a certain sweaty tang to the dessert.

Jim Parsons

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:19:48 -0600

... so I can check out the meaty goods for myself. If only I could find something funny to say about that.

MaryJane

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:41:51 -0600

The dessert to which you refer, was it salty, too?

MaryJane

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:35:39 -0600

Okay, then I HAVE to go for the ribs, well, for the combo. "I'll have the lot."

coowen

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 14:36:07 -0600

I feel like I'm the only person left in Houston who hasn't been to Beaver's yet! Oh, the horror! I promise to make a trip out soon so I can check out the meaty goods for myself.

Rob Hays

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 14:28:10 -0600

Actually, I did try the ribs, and they're fantastic. Very meaty, with a dry Memphis-style rub. It's part of the BBQ combo plate, with the brisket, chopped pork, and sausage. As any BBQ-head knows, go combo or go home.

MaryJane

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 13:55:45 -0600

Ribs Rob, you forgot the ribs.....the horror!!!