Pinkerton's Barbecue Upper Kirby

Pinkerton's BBQ Upper Kirby | Houston Whole Hog & Texas BBQ

Houston, Texas
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Upper Kirby

The Menu

Copper Creek Prime Brisket

Prime Brisket

Copper Creek prime, smoked over post oak and mesquite.

Pork Prime Rib

Pork Prime Rib

A Pinkerton's original. New to the pit.

Turkey Pimento Sandwich

Turkey Pimento

Sliced turkey, pimento cheese, pickled pepper relish.

Key Lime Pie

Key Lime Pie

Tart, cool, and the way to finish.

Saturdays Only

Whole Hog

One day a week, we cook a whole hog the way it's meant to be done.

The only restaurant in Texas doing whole hog.
Grant is the only TX pitmaster to walk the stage at Memphis in May.
Whole hog barbecue at Pinkerton's Upper Kirby

By the Pound

Copper Creek Prime BrisketSliced or Chopped$35.00/lb
Beef Ribs$38.00/lb
Pork Ribs$26.00/lb
Glazed Pork Ribs$26.00/lb
Pork Shoulder$23.00/lb
Turkey$24.00/lb
Chicken Thighs$21.00/lb
Boudin$8.00

What's New

Pork Prime RibNew
Original LinkNew
Red Hot LinkNew
Cheddar LinkNew

Specialty Sandwiches

Turkey PimentoSliced turkey, pimento cheese, pickled pepper relish
Grant's SandwichAny sausage link, potato salad, pickles & sauce. The one that started it all.
ManBearPigOur signature blend of chopped beef and pork
Thick & HeartyBrisket, grilled onions, cheddar, bacon & steak sauce

Sides

Potato Salad
Tangy Slaw
Pimento Cheese
Bacon Mac & Cheese
Jalapeño Cheese Rice
Duck Jambalaya
South Texas Beans

Sides — What's New

Beef Tallow FriesNew
Okra & TomatoesNew
Bourbon Sweet PotatoesNew
Honey SlawNew
Macaroni SaladNew
Creamed SpinachNew
Warm BiscuitNew

Desserts

Bananas Foster Pudding
Bread Pudding
Key Lime Pie
Huckleberry Cheesecake

Desserts are seasonal and rotate.

The Joint

Inside Upper Kirby

Pinkerton's Upper Kirby Lone Star and Coca-Cola
Pinkerton's Upper Kirby briskets on
Pinkerton's Upper Kirby pitmaster at work
Pinkerton's Upper Kirby dining room
Pinkerton's Upper Kirby pit room
Visit Us

Upper Kirby

Address

3801 Farnham St
Houston, TX 77098

Hours (Until Sold Out)

MondayClosed Tue – Thu11am – 9pm Fri – Sat11am – 10pm Sunday11am – 9pm
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Upper Kirby

Upper Kirby FAQ

Answers for visiting Pinkerton's Barbecue on Farnham Street, from what to order to parking, hours, Saturday specials, and Houston catering.

Where is Pinkerton's Barbecue Upper Kirby?

Pinkerton's Barbecue Upper Kirby is located at 3801 Farnham Street, Houston, TX 77098, just off Kirby Drive near River Oaks, Greenway Plaza, Highland Village, Westheimer, and US-59.

What makes the Upper Kirby location different?

Upper Kirby is one of Pinkerton's newest Houston locations and is where the team features new barbecue items, specialty sandwiches, expanded sides, and Saturday whole hog service while still serving classic Pinkerton's brisket, ribs, sausage, sides, and desserts.

Does Upper Kirby serve whole hog?

Yes. Whole hog is served at the Upper Kirby location on Saturdays only, while it lasts. It is a limited Saturday tradition, so arriving early is the best way to get it before it sells out.

What should I order at Pinkerton's Upper Kirby?

Popular orders include prime brisket, pork ribs, glazed pork ribs, pork shoulder, turkey, chicken thighs, boudin, original link, red hot link, cheddar link, pork prime rib, specialty sandwiches, bacon mac and cheese, jalapeno cheese rice, South Texas beans, duck jambalaya, key lime pie, and rotating desserts.

What specialty sandwiches are available at Upper Kirby?

Upper Kirby specialty sandwiches may include Grant's Sandwich, the Turkey Pimento, the ManBearPig with chopped beef and pork, and the Thick and Hearty with brisket, grilled onions, cheddar, bacon, and steak sauce.

What are the Upper Kirby hours?

The Upper Kirby location is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm, Friday and Saturday from 11am to 10pm, and Sunday from 11am to 9pm. It is closed Monday. Barbecue is served until sold out.

Is there parking at the Upper Kirby location?

Yes. Parking is available at the Upper Kirby restaurant. The location is easy to reach from Kirby Drive, Westheimer, US-59, Loop 610, River Oaks, Greenway Plaza, Highland Village, and nearby central Houston neighborhoods.

Does Pinkerton's Upper Kirby offer catering?

Yes. Pinkerton's offers Houston BBQ catering for weddings, corporate events, private parties, office lunches, tailgates, and large gatherings across Houston, Galveston, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and the Gulf Coast. You can also visit our main catering page.

Do you have another Houston location?

Yes. Pinkerton's original Houston location is in the Houston Heights at 1504 Airline Drive. Upper Kirby serves the southwest side of central Houston from Farnham Street.

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