Patek's

MOULTON: Patek's Grocery
100 SE First
Moulton, TX 77975
361-596-7116
Open Saturday only for BBQ

This small town grocery store changed its name a few years ago, but locals still know it as Patek's, and the sign out front still reads the same. I was told to give it a try by blog reader Kip Riske (@k1p_3000) who picked some up on a BBQ trip a few months back. Smoked brisket is available here on Saturdays only at the deli counter in the back of the store. They have a few other interesting looking items on the case, but none of it was available hot, so I came away with 1/2 pound of brisket for under $4.



The meat was a bit dry, and the large line of fat running through the center was poorly rendered. The meat was well seasoned and moderately smokey, with a good dark crust that held the most smoke flavor. Overall, this was decent brisket if you don't have another option, but with Schulenburg, Hallettsville, and Gonzales all within 1/2 hour, I'd opt for the short drive to any of them.

Rating **