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Real Texas Bar-B-Que, hickory-smoked since 1974.

Real Texas Bar-B-Que, hickory-smoked since 1974.

Fifty years of treating customers like family, one plate at a time.

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Find your nearest Soulman’s

Real Texas Bar-B-Que, hickory-smoked since 1974.

Fifty years of treating customers like family, one plate at a time.

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Order Online
Find your nearest Soulman’s

A Texas Tradition Since 1974.

The Hallett family opened the first Soulman's in Pleasant Grove on October 19, 1974, cooking the same family recipes we still cook today. More than fifty years later, those standards haven't changed. We still smoke our meats low and slow over seasoned hickory and prepare our food with the same care that built Soulman's from the beginning. It's a tradition passed down through our family — and one we're proud to share with yours.

We're not stingy with our meat.

It started with something the family believed from the first day we opened: give folks good food and plenty of it, and they'll keep coming back. That hasn't changed. We believe in hearty plates, generous portions, hand-sliced meats, and scratch-made sides. Around here, we don't hold back — and there's always more than enough to go around. Because good Bar-B-Que was always meant to be shared.
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Treating customers like family since 1974.

Whether you've been eating with us for thirty years or it's your very first visit, we're glad you're here. We believe good hospitality is simple: serve people well, make them feel welcome, and give them a meal worth coming back for. At Soulman's, it all comes back to what we call the Soulman's Winning Recipe: Great Bar-B-Que. Great Service. Great God. It's more than a saying — it's the foundation of who we are and how we've done business since 1974.

This Month at Soulman's

There's always a reason to come see us — seasonal plates, limited-time favorites, and the traditions our regulars plan their month around. Here's what's happening at Soulman's right now.
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Feeding a crowd? We'd love to help.

Families, teams, churches, and businesses across North and East Texas have trusted Soulman's to feed their groups for over fifty years. From an office lunch to a wedding reception, we handle the food so you can enjoy the gathering — easy, memorable, and every bit as good as it is in the restaurant.
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Find a Soulman’s near you.

Since 1974, Soulman's has been part of the neighborhoods we serve — the weekday lunch, the after-game dinner, the fundraiser everyone shows up for. You'll find us across the Dallas–Fort Worth metro and all through North and East Texas: Allen, Cedar Hill, Dallas, Forney, Fort Worth, Garland, Greenville, Gun Barrel City, Hurst, Lewisville, Mabank, Mansfield, Mesquite, North Richland Hills, Quinlan, Red Oak, Rockwall, Royse City, Sulphur Springs, Terrell, Van — with more on the way.
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Allen

Greenville

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Lewisville

Find a Soulman’s near you.

Since 1974, Soulman’s has been part of the neighborhoods we serve — the weekday lunch, the after-game dinner, the fundraiser everyone shows up for. You’ll find us across the Dallas–Fort Worth metro and all through North and East Texas: Allen, Cedar Hill, Forney, Fort Worth, Garland, Greenville, Gun Barrel City, Hurst, Lancaster, Lewisville, Mabank, Mansfield, Mesquite, North Richland Hills, Quinlan, Red Oak, Rockwall, Royse City, Sulphur Springs, Terrell, Van — with more on the way.

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Why people keep coming back.

Tito Villalpando

I've came to this location for years and I've always had a good experience, but Gerald really took it to the next level. As the associate who served the meat, you can tell he is passionate about it. He explained the difference of the different types of brisket and even gave us samples to try so we would love our selection.

Jamie Mathis

We ate here for lunch and Oml so good. We're never disappointed with this place ever! The staff that was there are very friendly and the lady (Tabby) at the checkout was very respectful. Thank ya'll for the amazing service and amazing food!

Connie Gueits

We are visiting the area while we take a friends daughter to a nearby college and found this place online. It was so delicious! We will definitely recommend this place! Don’t forget to grab some ice cream before you head out the door, and ring the bell to let them know how delicious their food is...

John Kopet

I'm a truck driver so finding a place to eat at where your food doesn't come in a bag is getting harder these days. Staff was very welcoming and helpful. Mentioned to them it was my first visit and they were all very excited to help me with my food selection. Definitely needed this after a very long day. I will DEFINITELY be back!

Summer Pruett

We had the perfect Sunday night meal at Soulman’s Bar-B-Que. Everything we tried—from the pulled pork and brisket to the chicken—was carefully cooked with a crispy, well-seasoned exterior while staying tender and juicy inside. A special shoutout to James, the pitmaster, who portioned each of the meats with care and served everything with a smile...

Mark Henley

Been a Soulmans supporter since the mid 80’s. Always a great meal. I don’t like salt on my fries, so they are always happy to keep some on the side for me. Anthony is a really nice guy, always checking on everyone at their tables. You just don’t get that hometown feel at other places.