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06/01/2026
We’re turning up for Juneteenth at Ray’s ✊🏾🔥
Join us June 19 for a live DJ set from 🎧, all-day happy hour, and food 🥩 worth gathering around.
Good vibes, great energy, and even better company — don’t miss it ❤️💛💚
📍3929 Old Spanish Trail
05/29/2026
Summer gatherings start at the table 🍖🔥
From family get-togethers to graduation celebrations, Ray’s brings it all together. When the plans are set, the food should match.
Make Ray’s part of your next gathering.
🔗 Order through the link in our bio
📞 Call 713-748-4227
📧 [email protected]
05/28/2026
National Hamburger Day 🍔
Two ways to do it right. The Herb Burger and the Shack Burger, both made fresh and built the Ray’s way.
Celebrate National Hamburger Day today at Ray’s.
05/26/2026
UPDATE 🚨✨
Ray’s BBQ will be closed on Tuesday, May 26th.
We appreciate your patience and support, can’t wait to fire things back up and see y’all again soon 🔥
05/22/2026
Two burgers, two moods 🍔🔥
With National Hamburger Day coming up, it’s time to spotlight two of Ray’s favorites. The Herb Burger and the Shack Burger, each built a little differently, each worth trying.
Stop by and see which one is your favorite.
05/18/2026
Memorial Day starts at the table 🇺🇸🍖
If you’re bringing everyone together for Memorial Day, make Ray’s part of the plan. Family packs and catering trays available for the celebration.
Get your Memorial Day order early.
05/15/2026
Something new is on the way 🔨🔥
Ray’s is growing, and Ray’s 2.0 is coming this summer. It’s been a long time in the making, with a bigger space, new energy, and more of what you love.
Follow along as we roll out a new extension of Ray’s Real Pit BBQ Shack.
05/14/2026
Oxtail Thursday 🔥🍖
Slow-cooked and full of flavor, made the way it should be.
Available only on Thursdays. Get ’em before they’re gone.
05/10/2026
Happy Mother’s Day 💐
We asked people to describe Mom in one word. The answers say everything.
Wishing all the moms a beautiful day today.
05/08/2026
Big moments call for real BBQ 🎓🍖
Graduations, celebrations, and everything in between deserve a table that feels complete. Ray’s catering makes it simple to show up with something everyone will enjoy.
Get your order in early and check it off your list.
05/05/2026
Cinco De Mayo BBQ Style 🎉🍖
Nachos stacked the right way and margaritas on deck.
Happy hour from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. 🍹
05/04/2026
For the ones who show up every day ❤️🍖
Happy Teachers and Nurses Appreciation Week. We appreciate everything you do for the community, and this week is for you.
Enjoy a free sweet potato pie on us with the purchase of an entrée when you show your badge. ✨
05/01/2026
Mother’s Day is almost here 💐🍖
If you’ve been thinking about what to get your mom for Mother’s Day, this is it. Full racks of lamb chops and a full BBQ spread are still available for pre-order.
🔗 Use the link provided to order
⚠️ Pre-order required
🔥 Limited quantities and going fast
⏰ Pick-up by Saturday, May 9th at 6PM
04/29/2026
This is what Houston BBQ looks like 🍖🔥
A full plate from Ray’s BBQ Shack, done the way you like it.
Visit Ray’s today and see what everyone’s talking about.
04/27/2026
Mother’s Day at Ray’s 💐🍖
This year, bring something to the table Mom will truly love; a full rack of lamb chops, or a full BBQ spread, all ready for your Mother’s Day plans.
🔗 www.toasttab.com/catering/raysrealpitbbqshack/menu/mother's%20day/?mode=fulfillment
⚠️ Pre-order required
🔥 Limited quantities (until sold out)
⏰ Pick-up by Saturday, May 9th at 6PM
Secure your Mother’s Day order early before they’re gone.
04/24/2026
Planning something special? Let Ray’s handle the food 🍖🔥
From office lunches to special events, our catering brings real Houston BBQ straight to your table.
📧 [email protected]
📞 713-748-4227
Or hit the link in our bio to place your order
04/23/2026
Oxtail Thursday Is Finally Here 🔥🍖
Slow-cooked, fall-off-the-bone, and worth the visit.
Available every Thursday at Ray’s Real Pit BBQ Shack.
04/17/2026
Feeding a group? Say less 🍖🔥
Family packs, full trays, and real pit BBQ ready to go right here in Houston. From small get-togethers to big events, Ray’s catering makes it easy.
📧 [email protected]
📞 713-748-4227
Or hit the link in our bio to place your order
04/15/2026
🔥 Join the Ray's BBQ Shack Team! 🔥
Are you passionate about serving up sizzling smiles with a side of great BBQ? We're on the lookout for dynamic Bussers, Cashiers and Line Cooks to join our family at Ray's BBQ Shack!
If you're ready to be a part of our BBQ-loving crew send us an email at [email protected] or apply in person!
Tag a friend who's BBQ-crazed or share this post to spread the word. Join the Ray's BBQ Shack family today!
📌 3929 Old Spanish Trail Ste. 300, Houston, TX 77021
04/15/2026
When that tax refund hits…💸🔥
There will be signs. 😮🔥
You’ll find yourself pulling up to Ray’s BBQ Shack and ordering a little more than usual 🍖
Real Houston BBQ! Go ahead and treat yourself.
04/13/2026
It’s National Peach Cobbler Day 🍑🔥
The perfect excuse to add peach cobbler to your BBQ plate today 😮🔥
Warm, sweet, and the kind of dessert you don’t skip.
Go ahead and add one to your order today!
04/10/2026
Weekend Ribs. That’s the Post. 🍖
Big, tender, and only here Friday and Saturday.
If you know, you know. Come get yours before they’re gone. 🔥
04/09/2026
Oxtail Thursday is back 🔥🍖
Slow-cooked oxtails, rich flavor, and made fresh right here in Houston. This is the one people plan their week around.
Get here early and don’t miss it.
04/07/2026
It’s National Beer Day…you know what that means 🍺🔥
We’re running Happy Hour ALL DAY today! Cold beer, real pit BBQ, and a good time waiting for you right here in Houston.
🍺 Bottles + draft beer flowing all day
🍖 Pair it with your favorite BBQ plate
Pull up to Ray’s BBQ Shack and celebrate with us 🍻
04/06/2026
UPDATE 🚨✨
Ray’s BBQ will be closed on Monday, April 6th due to a water outage. We’re currently waiting on updates and will share more as soon as we know!
We appreciate your patience and support, can’t wait to fire things back up and see y’all again soon 🔥
Address
3929 Old Spanish Trl
Houston, TX
77021
Directions to the restaurant located on Old Spanish Trail:
- By Public Transport: Take the bus or train to the nearest station and walk for ten minutes in the direction of Old Spanish Trail. The restaurant is located on this road.
- Driving/Parking: Drive towards Old Spanish Trail and park your vehicle in any nearby parking lot or street parking area. The restaurant is located on this road.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 6pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 6pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 8pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 8pm |
| Friday |
11am - 8pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 8pm |
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What people say
Barbecue restaurants are known for their mouth-watering, slow-cooked meats that are infused with smoky flavors. Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack in Houston takes this to the next level with their hickory-smoked meats that are served with homemade sides and desserts made fresh daily. This family-owned and operated restaurant has become a staple in the Third Ward and Riverside communities, offering a casual and relaxed dining experience.
Located less than a mile from the Medical Center, University of Houston (main campus), and Texas Southern University, Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack is conveniently situated for students, locals, and visitors alike. The restaurant also offers drop-off and full-service catering for all occasions, providing reliable, professional service with consistently great food at a reasonable price.
Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack has been featured in various news outlets for its delicious food and welcoming atmosphere. Customers rave about the burgers, salads, soups, po'boys, baked potatoes, fish and shrimp dinners - all of which are prepared with the same care as their signature barbecue dishes.
If you're looking for authentic Texas-style barbecue that is "Smokin' Good with a Whole Lotta Soul," then Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack on Old Spanish Trl is definitely worth checking out. With its friendly staff and delicious food, it's no wonder why this restaurant has become such a beloved institution in Houston.
