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CorkScrew BBQ

CorkScrew BBQ in Spring, Texas (north of Houston) is famed for its red-oak-smoked brisket and beef ribs; it holds one MICHELIN star in the 2026 guide.

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CorkScrew BBQ is a barbecue restaurant in Spring, Texas, located at 26608 Keith St., Spring, TX 77373, run by husband-and-wife team Will and Nichole Buckman. The MICHELIN Guide lists its cuisine as Barbecue and awards it one star in the 2026 edition. [1][2]

Overview

This barbecue spot in the tiny town of Spring just north of Houston has drawn long lines ever since opening, and the kitchen is known to sell out quickly. The official inspector advises arriving before doors open at 11, noting that regulars order in advance to skip the line:

Arrive before doors open at 11 or expect a wait (regulars know to order in advance to skip the line).

Dishes & Signatures

  • Prime cuts from Creekstone Farms and Compart Family Farms are smoked over red oak, giving them a distinct hue
  • Signatures are the brisket and beef ribs—the latter divine, succulent and flavorsome with a lasting smoked tone
  • Sides are worth a try: memorable pinto beans and loaded baked potatoes; tacos with green-chile ranch and fruit cobblers are best saved for a second visit

Honors

  • One MICHELIN Star, MICHELIN Guide 2026 [2]
  • Featured in the MICHELIN Guide collection "The Best Barbecue in Texas" [1]

Practical Information

  • Address: 26608 Keith St., Spring, TX, 77373, USA
  • Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 11 AM–4 PM; closed Monday, Tuesday and Sunday
  • Price: $$
  • Phone: +1 832-745-3064
  • Website: https://www.corkscreworders.com/
  • Tip: Arrive before opening or order in advance; items often sell out

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  1. MICHELIN Guide: CorkScrew BBQ · MICHELIN Guide ↩ ↩ ↩
  2. Every MICHELIN-Starred Restaurant in Texas for 2026 · MICHELIN Guide · 2026-10-08 ↩ ↩