Bodacious Bar-B-Q

Dang it, I sure wish we had .5 in scoring because this is better than a 4 star.
First, the ribs are a little spicier than I prefer. Not quite too much but a little spicy.
Next, they were GOOD. When I got there, they had to check to see if some were done. They were, and they were good. The best I’ve had in Longview.
Third, the guys who were in there tonight were great. Good attitude, good service.
One more thing — apparently every Bodacious is different. This one was much spicier than where I usually stop, décor was totally different, and they had Pepsi instead of Coke. That was almost the only negative but they had good root beer.
I’m not sure they’re quite as good as the Bodacious out on I-​20 at White Oak but they are close enough to make it not worth the drive. They are on my preferred list and I’ve gotta tell you, it ain’t a long list because I’m choosey about my BBQ!

I ordered the beef plate with cole slaw and pinto beans.
I found the beef dry and flavorless. I had to drown it in sauce to make it palatable. I was disappointed. The slaw and beans were… well, just slaw and beans.
My coworker ordered the smoked turkey sandwich. He got a bun with canned turkey sliced and slapped on it. He was disappointed too.
I’d skip this one and opt for something else.

We had a family dinner here since we heard it was the best BBQ in east Texas. We were not impressed at all. The restaurant was not clean AT ALL and the staff couldn’t care less that we were there.
You order food at the register and then get your side dishes cafeteria style. The containers with the sides were nearly emptied and they were not refilling them. The food lacked flavor and not one of us finished our food. I would never return in the future.

Rib is bodaciously delicious.

Had BBQ ribs from this location on July 3^rd. They were the worst ribs I’ve ever had. They tasted like they came from a dead rotting cow. This place gets.

Not impressed. Not as good as other locations. People were ride and standoffish. Briskit was dry. I won’t waste my time on this location again.

Good consistent BBQ with very polite service and a nice atmosphere. When my Yankee family visit, this is the place I want to show off.

Very good BBQ! Tried the ribs and sliced brisket with potato salad & cole slaw and a fried pie made of coconut cream. It was a slow Saturday night and there were no crowds. Prices not bad for the quality you get. I do admit that you should get the sauce (which is hot and yummy) as it keeps the brisket soft.
Dining room closes at 8 PM so arrive before then.
Décor is great and (I’m a girl who notices these things) even the wallpaper in the «cowgirls» room was cute!
Great stop to make while in Longview.

Great barbecue place when you’re passing through or staying in town. Good portions of protein. I got chopped brisket and my husband ordered the bbq ribs with were moist and flavorful. You serve yourself on the sides so my potato salad helping was bigger than my coleslaw side.:) the food tasted fresh and home made. … Yes even the green beans tasted Fresh and not canned. We would definitely come back again. To finish off, I grabbed a pecan pie to go on the way out, I couldn’t resist. I’m too full to eat the pie at the moment but it looks fantastic. Can’t beat $ 2 for homemade pecan pie!

Been patronizing this Bodacious joint for 20+ years. I grew up on this BBQ. :) Keep smokin fellas. My next trip from Chicago, I will be right there with my order. Now if I could only get a franchise up here in Chicago I would be a happy man.

I wish I could give this place 100 stars! Best BBQ I have ever had. I had the frito pie and… Wow! Also had the mailman sandwich and it was the best thing I have ever had! Their sauce is so good, I could drink it.

The rubs were flavorful. Just a touch salty for me and some parts are just a touch too sweet. The potato salad was very good.

They had really good chopped brisket. There potato salad was amazing. I have had potato salad all over there’s was good. There turkey was also really good. I would say for this small town of Marshall this place was awesome.

Awesome. We always stop in here while in town visiting LeTourneau University. Bodacious is our second favorite thing in Texas. As far as BBQ goes there is none better.

From the name and the rave reviews I expected this place to be a raucous bbq love shack. Instead, I found a quiet (sleepy, actually) little place with good meats at a fair price.
The sauce was OK – just one option, and though it didn’t seem that spicy I felt it burn in my throat the whole meal. Both the slaw and the mac were quite satisfying.

We stopped here on the way home during a four hour drive. I looked it up ahead of time on the Road Ninja app for iPhone.
I ordered the baked potato filled with chopped beef. It was extremely delicious. I’m picky about BBQ and this was amazing. The sauce was great. We bought a bottle of it to take home.
My only complaint would be that the chairs were all hard without cushioning. But the food made up for it. I will definitely stop here next time I do this drive!

two words: the sauce
THE.sauce.
I’m one of those BBQ lovers that has to have BBQ. And, for me, the best I’ve had is Bodacious BBQ. I grew up on Bodacious BBQ. My grandparents loved it, I loved it. the whole family loved it. Many a summer was spent by the pool with takeout from Bodacious BBQ. I had family members that would come visit (they lived in the Northwest US), and they would buy a huge bottle to take back with them. It’s seriously that good. These days, I live in central Texas/​Hill Country area. and have been to several BBQ joints that are good– but do not serve sauce. Sad and confused would be the best way to describe my dining experience. Needless to say, I always make a stop in Bodacious BBQ when I’m back in East Texas.
Other than my obvious love affair with the sauce, their meat and sides are always spot on. I’m a pretty cheap BBQ date however, my favorite meal is the good olé fashioned sloppy joe. Can’t beat it.

Grew up in Longview eating Bodacious BBQ pretty frequently. Moved to Austin and it wasn’t until then that I realized how dang good Bodacious is.
Every cut of meat is good (favorites being chopped beef and turkey), sauce is great, love their sides (amazing potato salad). I will always love this place– even in competition with some pretty great bbq in central Texas!

This place is not open on Sundays… We were working in Marshall and heard o this place so we got in the car and drove half hour only to find out it’s closed. I should have called first.
So Monday afternoon, for lunch break before I head back to Dallas I have to make a choice. Bodacious or Juicy’s. I went with Bodacious. and WOW. what a choice. This is some of the best Brisket I have ever had. trust me that is saying alot. Im pretty proud of my own. but, this is really GOOD. and the portions. I could not finish what was served.

I wish Unilocal gave the option of 16 stars, because all of them would go to Bodacious. People from Longview have a special place in their hearts for Bodacious. My mouth salivates every time I’m near. There is just something about the air. It even makes the pre-​packaged chips taste better!
But honestly, the meat and sauce can not be beat. If it’s your first time, try to 2 – 3 meat platter, that way you get a variety. The chopped beef is my favorite. Not a potatoe salad fan but I hear it’s delish.