Constant lines outside Texas’ Best BBQ spot in Seguin, Burnt Bean Co. | Neighborhood Eats

SEGUIN, Texas — Living in Texas, good barbecue is not hard to find, but if you want the ‘Best’ barbecue it’s only a 40-minute drive away from San Antonio.

Burnt Bean Co. in Downtown Seguin was recently named the best barbecue joint in the state by Texas Monthly.

Burnt Bean Co. started as a competitive barbecue team in 2007 in New Braunfels.

Head Chef Ernesto Servantes says they quickly became a Seguin Staple restaurant opening in 2020. Customers often make a a line outside Burnt Bean Co. starting as early as 6 AM before the restaurant opens.

Burnt Bean Co. has a Michelin Bib Gourmand award, which recognizes restaurants that offer high-quality food at moderate prices. It attracts people from across the world ready to have a taste.

“We’ve had people from Australia, from all over Europe, Japan, Thailand. You name it. They’ve been everywhere. I think every continent has been here other than Antarctica,” said Servantes.

The flavor at Burnt Bean Co. is next level and always prepped a day in advance.

Servantes says it takes 24-26 hours to cook their Brisket. He comes into work early each morning at 1:30 AM.

Brisket is the staple at Burnt Bean Co. but their ribs also fall off the bone.

Other common staples include their turkey, sausage, chicken, pork chops and brisket sandwiches.

For sides, they have hot cheeto queso mac, cowboy beans, bacon ranch taters, street corn pudding, potato salad, and southern green beans.

Burnt Bean Co. has a seasonal menu to give returning customers something new to eat.

Servantes says all of their beef is made in Texas and everything you eat at the restaurant is made from scratch with pride and love.

“Consistent good food every day and that’s what we do. We strive for consistency,” said Servantes.

Burnt Bean Co. is located at 108 S Austin St, Seguin, TX and runs from 11 AM – 3 PM Thursday – Saturday. On Sunday they open at 8 AM.

You may have a wait time, but the food is worth it.