Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack

Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack Ray’s Real Pit BBQ Shack
"Smokin' Good with a Whole Lotta Soul!" Hours of operation are Monday - Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and closed on Sunday.
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Ray’s Real Pit BBQ Shack, “Smokin’ Good with a Whole Lotta Soul,” is a family owned and operated restaurant that has become a staple in Houston’s Third Ward and Riverside communities. Known for its hickory-smoked meats served with homemade sides and desserts all made fresh daily, the restaurant also serves burgers, salads, soups, po’boys, baked potatoes and fish and shrimp dinners in a casual and

relaxed dining room. Located at 4529 Old Spanish Trail in South Houston since January 2011, the soul food destination/barbecue hotspot is less than a mile from the Medical Center, University of Houston (main campus) and Texas Southern University. Ray’s offers drop-off and full-service catering for all occasions, providing reliable, professional service with consistently great food at a reasonable price. For more information, call 713.748.4BBQ (4227) or visit http://www.raysbbqshack.com. Check us out on in the news:
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07/20/2026

Looking for your next go-to order? 👀🍖

Meet the Barnyard Sandwich. 🔥

Stacked with smoky, slow-cooked meats and built fresh by our team from start to finish, this is the kind of sandwich that keeps people coming back for "just one more bite."

From the first slice to the final plate, every Barnyard is made with the flavor and quality Ray's BBQ is known for.

Have you tried one yet? 👇

07/17/2026

Rock, paper, scissors but make it BBQ. ✊📄✂️🍽️

No matter what you land on, Ray’s BBQ is coming through with the goods, cold drinks, hot plates, and sweet finishes that hit every time.

Honestly everybody wins. 🍖🍰

07/13/2026

The city of slabs, screwed-up music, packed cookouts and some of the best food you'll find anywhere.

We're proud to call Houston home and even prouder to serve this community every day.

Happy 713 Day to the realest city in Texas. ❤️🚀

Use code "713" for 10% off when ordering online

Drop your favorite thing about H-Town in the comments. 👇

07/11/2026

Good BBQ comes with good energy apparently. 🍖🔥

Run it back or retire the mic? 👀

07/10/2026

That first bite be having you reconsidering every life decision that led you here. 🤤🔥

You came hungry.
You left planning your next visit.

Tag someone who needs a plate from Ray's ASAP. 👇🍖

07/06/2026

Tag the friend, coworker, cousin, or teammate that owes you an Everyday Combination Plate.

Pick your favorite sandwich, add a side and a drink, and call it even. 😎

We'll handle the food. Y'all figure out who's paying.

07/04/2026

The World Cup has the whole city talking, so we put our team on the spot. ⚽🔥

From Brazil believers to Team USA supporters, everybody's got a prediction. Now the real question is...

Who are YOU taking to bring home the trophy? 🏆👇

Drop your winner in the comments and let's see if Houston agrees.

07/03/2026

The team is getting ready for the 4th of July rush, making sure everything is set for a busy holiday.

If you're planning to stop by, be sure to do it early! We'll be closing at 5 PM on July 4th and will be taking a short break, reopening on July 8th.

Hosting family and friends? Don't forget to grab one of our Family Packs and let us handle the cooking while you enjoy the holiday. 🔥🤠

Stock up on your BBQ favorites before the holiday weekend!

07/01/2026

That backyard BBQ was supposed to feed the guests, not the flames. 🔥😂

Save yourself the stress, the smoke, and the last-minute grill disasters.

Whether it's a birthday, graduation, office lunch, family reunion, game day watch party, or 4th of July gathering, Ray's BBQ catering has you covered so you can actually enjoy the event. 🍖

And if you're keeping it more lowkey at home, our Family Packs are the perfect easy way to feed everyone without lifting a finger in the kitchen.

📍3929 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, TX 77021
Contact us today to book your catering or grab a Family Pack! 🤘

06/29/2026

What a day! ❤️💛💚

Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated Juneteenth with us at Ray’s BBQ. From the incredible food and live entertainment to the laughter, dancing, and community spirit, the day was filled with unforgettable moments.

Seeing so many families, friends, and neighbors come together to honor freedom, culture, and unity made this event truly special. We’re grateful for every person who stopped by, shared a meal, and celebrated with us.

Until next time, Houston! ✨

Address

3929 Old Spanish Trl
Houston, TX
77021

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6pm
Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm

Telephone

(713) 748-4227

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