Crossbuck BBQ & Smokehouse

Crossbuck BBQ & Smokehouse From Pitmaster-Chef Tim McLaughlin and Damian Avila. Dallas-style BBQ fusing Texas tradition with bold flavors. Open 6 days in Farmers Branch. Smoked with Love.
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Chef & Pitmaster Tim McLaughlin is on a mission: put Dallas BBQ on the map as the 5th style of Texas BBQ. Tim's path was unconventional. After graduating from Le Cordon Bleu and spending 15 years in fine dining kitchens (French and Asian cuisine), he discovered his calling in Texas BBQ. In 2022, Tim and fellow Chef-Pitmaster Damian Avila opened Crossbuck BBQ to create Dallas-style BBQ that honors

Central Texas tradition while celebrating the bold, innovative flavors that make Dallas unique. WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT:
Texas Brisket Candy™ - Kansas City burnt ends meet Texas. We replaced BBQ sauce with a French gastrique made with Shiner Bock beer. It's our signature for a reason. DALLAS INNOVATION: We blend Tim's culinary expertise, Damian's Mexican heritage, and authentic Central Texas smoking to reflect Dallas's diverse community. Think: house-made sausage with poblanos, chef-inspired sides, and Think Tank daily specials. 75% Female Staff; we hire on heart and skill, not stereotypes. THE MENU:
Gold Standard Brisket (45-day aged, 12-18 hour smoke) • Texas Brisket Candy™ • House sausage • Carolina pulled pork • Ribs • Turkey • Prime Rib (Fridays) • Smoked Salmon (Sundays) • Fresh-baked rolls • Chef sides • Homemade bread pudding

THE EXPERIENCE:
200+ seats, spacious patio, full bar ($3 margaritas!), counter service (fast and easy). EXTRAS:
CRO$$ BUCK$ Loyalty Program - Earn points, get free BBQ
Free Brisket Smoking Class - 10-part video series online
Catering - Small dinners to 500+ person events
Nationwide Shipping - Order online

VISIT US:
4400 Spring Valley Rd, Farmers Branch, TX 75244
(214) 765-4019 | crossbuckbbq.com |
Monday - Saturday: 11 AM - 4 PM | Sunday: Closed

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of Crossbuck BBQ.We are incredibly grateful for the support you've ...
07/04/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of Crossbuck BBQ.

We are incredibly grateful for the support you've shown us throughout this journey.

From our brisket sandwich regulars and Prime Rib Friday fans, to every guest who walked through our doors—from across town or across the country—thank you for making Crossbuck a destination worth visiting.

Thank you to every company that trusted us to cater your events, every family who invited us to be part of life's biggest moments—from birthdays and baby showers to rehearsal dinners and weddings—and everyone who had Crossbuck shipped across the country... even all the way to Alaska!

Every meal shared, every event celebrated, every order placed, every conversation, every recommendation, and every friendship we've made meant more to us than you'll ever know.

To our incredible team, thank you for your hard work, dedication, and heart. We couldn't have done it without you.

As the saying goes, when one door closes, another opens... and we couldn't believe that more today.

Stay tuned...

Look who came to see us at Crossbuck 👀! The one and only Kyle Bryner of  Season 6 Master of ‘Cue BBQ Brawl! So much love...
06/08/2026

Look who came to see us at Crossbuck 👀! The one and only Kyle Bryner of Season 6 Master of ‘Cue BBQ Brawl! So much love and respect to our BBQ Brawl family! Thanks for visiting Kyle! ❤️🔥

Texans say chili shouldn’t have beans…So we figured if beans are gonna exist, they better at least have brisket in ‘em.🤠...
06/05/2026

Texans say chili shouldn’t have beans…

So we figured if beans are gonna exist, they better at least have brisket in ‘em.🤠

Smoked Brisket Baked Beans.

Just a heads up—the restaurant will be closed this Saturday, June 6th as the Crossbuck crew heads out for special off-si...
06/03/2026

Just a heads up—the restaurant will be closed this Saturday, June 6th as the Crossbuck crew heads out for special off-site events!

Make plans to get your BBQ fix Wednesday-Friday this week before the weekend!🔥

06/01/2026

Tim McLaughlin officially became the biggest elimination shock of the early season of BBQ Brawl, being eliminated early despite being considered one of the strongest pitmasters in the cast this year. With his extremely strong Texas BBQ background and consistent technique throughout the early challenges, Tim was considered by many fans as a potential champion. Therefore, his early elimination immediately sparked controversy about the judging of season 7. On social media, many viewers began to question whether the show was prioritizing TV personalities and dramatic contestants over cooking consistency or genuine BBQ skills.👇👇👇

Some like it spicy. Some like it smoky. All of us like a good snap!⁠⁠Texas-Style Smoked Sausage, made with fresh, natura...
05/30/2026

Some like it spicy. Some like it smoky. All of us like a good snap!⁠

Texas-Style Smoked Sausage, made with fresh, natural ingredients.

Proof that a little patio time is all it takes. 😎☀️⁠⁠Great food, good people, and a reason to stay a little longer.⁠Pati...
05/29/2026

Proof that a little patio time is all it takes. 😎☀️⁠

Great food, good people, and a reason to stay a little longer.⁠
Patio season is here!

What a ride!⁠⁠Getting to represent Dallas BBQ on a national stage was something we'll never forget, and seeing so many o...
05/26/2026

What a ride!⁠

Getting to represent Dallas BBQ on a national stage was something we'll never forget, and seeing so many of y'all from near and far cheering Tim on meant even more than the competition itself.⁠

From all of the fan visits at the restaurant and the posts, emails and texts from those watching from afar, to the conversations, support, and even visits from fellow BBQ Brawl castmates, this whole experience reminded us what BBQ is really about: community, connection, and bringing people together around the table.⁠ Please keep it coming!!!

Huge THANK YOU to Bobby Flay for believing in Tim from day one and choosing him as his first teammate this season. Being part of Team Bobby was an incredible honor.⁠

And a sincere thank you to Food Network, the entire cast, and the crew behind-the-scenes for all of the hard work, hospitality, and long hours that made this experience so special. We're grateful to have been part of it.⁠

We're incredibly proud of Tim, proud of Team Bobby, and grateful for everyone who's supported Crossbuck throughout this journey.⁠

Remember to keep watching...who knows what will happen?!

Where it all started...Chef Tim stepped away from fine dining to chase the craft of smoking and, alongside Damian, built...
05/22/2026

Where it all started...Chef Tim stepped away from fine dining to chase the craft of smoking and, alongside Damian, built something that brings both worlds together.⁠

Fine dining roots, built into the rhythm of the pit. Everything here starts with them!

Closer…⁠⁠A little closer…⁠⁠Any of our meats can be made into a sandwich. 😉 Pick your cut, we’ll take it from there.
05/20/2026

Closer…⁠

A little closer…⁠

Any of our meats can be made into a sandwich. 😉 Pick your cut, we’ll take it from there.

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4400 Spring Valley Road
Farmers Branch, TX
75244

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