FT. WORTH: Bailey's Bar-B-Que826 Taylor St
Fort Worth, TX 76102
817-335-7469
Open M-Thur 10:30-5, F 10:30-4
This sandwich only, lunch only joint is in a tiny building in the heart of downtown Ft. Worth. Taller building's surround this one that's been around since 1931. Unlike most joints in DFW, pulled pork is an option here. It's a spicy mixture of truly "pulled" pork, and an orangish sauce. Little crust is in the pork mixture, so the texture is one dimensional, but the flavor was good.
Sliced brisket is a good option here as well. The meat was a moist enough but firm with a good crust and decent smokiness. The fat needed more rendering, but the slices were satisfying.
Buns here are not buttered and grilled, my guess is that speed takes precedence over this time consuming step. As I sat on the attached patio during my visit, there wasn't a time during lunch when the line evaporated.
This joint is worth a stop if for no other reason than to see the oddity of this tiny building amongst the high rises. The meat's not too bad either.
Rating **
The last few times I've been to Bailey's (I work downtown), the brisket has been dry to the point that it was difficult to eat without the sauce. Your rating is accurate. By the way, you can order meats by the pound if you ask for it; it's just not on the menu.
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