Well, I'm going pro

[ynot2k]

I've been lurking this forum for a while now, so I feel I have the authorization to post this.

I've been a back yard BBQ pit master for quite a few years now.  I started a catering business about 2 years ago, which did well.  I've decided to go pro - my own BBQ joint.

Jeff's Texas Style BBQ will be opening in early January in Marysville, WA.  Yeah, I know what you're thinking...but I'm doing it Austin authentic.  Post Oak imported from Texas, all wood smoking, CAB beef, meat by the pound on butcher paper on trays...the whole deal.  If you've ever been to the BBQ joints in Central Texas, you know what I'm talking about, and doing up here in Washington.  A sign in my joint says "Welcome to Austin NW".  I'm hoping to offer my customers a true Central Texas BBQ experience.  I think it will be a lot of fun.  Wish me luck - it's not going to be easy.  Advice is welcome and appreciated, especially from experienced BBQ joint owners.

Keep smokin',

Jeff

 

[link]

I was recently in Irvine, Tx for a week and was taken to the Hard 8 for lunch my first day there. I then had dinner there 3 times that week. I could not get enough.

I wish you luck with your place.

Link

 

[dukeburger]

Congrats and good luck with your endeavour!

 

[jcbigler]

Congrats. 

I'm considering a pro operation myself. Have been talking to some people about it. 

I definitely want to hear more about your endeavor. And post some pics of your place!

 

[mountain-worm]

Good luck and best wishes for success, from Erie PA.

 

[muralboy]

Good luck. You're a lucky man to be able to pursue your passion

 

[tropics]

Best of luck to you!!

Richie

 

[mowin]

Congrats. 

 

[floridasteve]

I envy you! Good luck and do keep us posted. I'd love to see some pictures of your smokers.
:points:

 

[freiesleben]

The best of luck to you Jeff, I think you will do great.

I actually have a dream of opening a Texas BBQ joint in Denmark(Europe), when I move back home :) 

 

[shoebe]

We get up that way 2 or 3 times a year, next time we are up that way, we will stop by...just up the road for us...best of luck

 

[GaryHibbert]

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!

Hope it work out great

Gary

 

[crankybuzzard]

Give em hell and some darn good Q!

Keep us informed and show some shop pics

 

[ynot2k]

I'll post up some pics soon.  Thanks so much for all the good wishes.  Health department makes their final (hopefully) inspection on Tuesday, then I can actually bring some food in to the joint and start cooking.  Going to do a week or so of "practice" to make sure the work flow and recipes are on point, then do a soft opening for family and friends.  Soft opening will be gratis, tips only (I'm sure the invitees will more than pay for the food).  Then a week lag before the big Grand Opening of January 2nd.  Employees need training and lots of stuff needs a bit of work still, but I'm pretty much ready to go.  The fun part is about to start - can't wait!

Jeff

Jeff's Texas Style BBQ

Marysville, WA

 

[phlogustus]

How did the grand opening go? Pics?

 

[mneeley490]

Jeff, post an address. I'll drive up this weekend to sample.

 

[mneeley490]

I met Jeff today and sampled his brisket, pulled pork, baked beans and cole slaw. The verdict is: Excellent! In fact, my son scarffed most of my pulled pork while Jeff was showing me his smoker out back.

Brisket was tender and juicy, and using post oak imported from Texas gave it a flavor I've never experienced before. He says it smells like Austin, and I'll have to defer to his experience, as I've never been there. But I hope that IS what Austin smells like, because it is fantastic! The pulled pork was very flavorful also, and each had a great smoke ring. Beans and cole slaw were great, too. He also serves beer by the cup, which is a first for me in this area. I don't think anyone else does, that I know of. Beer and BBQ just naturally go together, I think. He also serves smoked turkey and hot links, which I'll try next time.

I, myself, don't have the intestinal fortitude to open my own place, but I'm glad Jeff does. And he's putting in 16 hour days to make sure he's doing it right. So I'd encourage all the locals to trek up to Marysville and try it out. You won't be disappointed.

 

 

[daveomak]

Jeff, Congrats on the new adventure....   If I head west I'll stop in....   You may make Marysville famous...   Back in the 50's, it was famous for pies...  I ate a lot of pies in that restaurant / diner or what ever it was....  I think they moved to Arlington....  Don't know if they are still around or not....  

Anywho.....  best of luck.....  I'm sure the skill is more than adequate....

 

[kovaku]

Good luck with your new BBQ joint. That is my dad's dream to open his one day hopefully it will happen as he makes some dang good Louisiana Q. 

 

[SmokinAl]

Good luck! I think a lot of us would like to have the courage to do the same. I wish I had the knowledge I have now 40 years ago. I think I would have tried it then. I'm sure you will be a success.