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Texas barbecue · Irving

Kafi BBQ

Texas Wagyu brisket and beef ribs are the draw here. Add elote and smoked Gouda mac; check the service days and possible sell-outs before the drive.

Good for: a barbecue outing

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Wagyu brisket from Kafi BBQ’s official-linked ordering menu
Photo: Kafi BBQ — official-linked Toast menu. Presentation may change.

IF YOU GO FOR ONE THING

Wagyu brisket

Texas Wagyu brisket and beef ribs are the draw here.

Menu-based editorial suggestion; not a personal taste test. See the menu source ↗

Make a meal of it.

Other menu ideas: Beef ribs · Smoked Gouda mac and cheese

REVIEW SHORTCUT

We read the reviews
so you don’t have to.

1 critic feature section · checked September 6, 2026

What stands out

D Magazine's critic described repeat visits and particularly praised the tender Wagyu brisket, beef ribs and Iraqi sausage.

Before you go

The January 2026 feature reported whole-rack ordering and queues, with weekend-only service. Check the current schedule and portions before you travel.

A small sourced sample, not a score, a full consensus, or a personal visit by 42 SPOTS. Older observations may not reflect today.

FIND YOUR NEAREST TABLE

The featured location.

Menu prices, hours, halal sourcing and availability can differ by branch. The food and review notes above refer to Irving, 8140 N MacArthur Blvd #100.

  • Irving · featured branch

    8140 N MacArthur Blvd #100, Irving, TX 75063

    Menu, price example and review research on this page refer to this branch.

Publicly listed locations checked September 6, 2026. Confirm with the restaurant before travelling; this is not a live opening-status feed.

HALAL INFORMATION, WITH CONTEXT

Restaurant states halal

The owner states that the whole menu is halal in a 2025 public statement. Reconfirm current scope directly; no certificate was checked.

We have not independently audited this kitchen or its suppliers. Confirm specific dishes, preparation and certification requirements with the restaurant.

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