492 BBQ began as a small smokehouse founded in the late 1980s by a local pitmaster with a passion for slow-smoked meats and family-style gatherings. What started in a modest roadside shack quickly grew into a neighborhood staple, eventually expanding to multiple locations as word spread about its authentic flavors and welcoming atmosphere. The menu evolved from simple ribs and pulled pork to a wide variety of creative barbecue plates, sides, and seasonal specials.
Part of 492 BBQ’s charm is its well-known favorites—juicy brisket, smoky ribs, and tender chicken—but there’s also a secret menu that only longtime fans whisper about. Hidden gems, like off-menu sandwiches and unique sauce blends, make the experience even more exciting for regulars. Still, no matter how much the menu expands, the original signature ribs remain the heart of 492 BBQ, beloved just as much today as when they first came off the pit.
492 BBQ Menu (Full Update Menu 2026)
Appetizers
Item
Note
Price
Brisket Fries
Crispy fries topped with smoked brisket, cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, chipotle aioli, and green onions. Popular Brisket Fries
$12.00
Fajita Nachos
Onion, bell peppers, cheese, and your choice of chicken or steak on crispy tortilla chips. Typically includes guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.
$13.00
Cowboy Bowl
Rice and Bean mix with a 4oz protein choice topping. Sour cream, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese added to perfect!
$15.00
Brisket Frito Pie
Fritos topped with chopped brisket, red river chili, queso, tomatoes, pickled jalapeños, green onions, and baja sauce.
$10.00
Guacamole 5 Oz
Add to chips.
$5.50
Chips & Pico De Gallo
House-made corn tortilla chips with fresh pico de gallo, featuring chopped tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice.
$3.00
Fried Pickles
Crispy, tangy dill pickles lightly battered and fried to golden perfection.
$7.00
Meat by the 1/2 Pound
Item
Note
Price
Brisket 1/2 Pound
(Moist or lean) without sauce. Popular Brisket 1/2 Pound
$15.00
Spare Ribs 1/2 Pound
Slow-smoked spare ribs, typically seasoned with a savory dry rub. Popular Spare Ribs 1/2 Pound
$10.00
Sausage 1/2 Pound
Smoked pork sausage, typically seasoned with a blend of spices, and prepared in-house. Sausage 1/2 Pound
$9.00
Beef Short Ribs 1/2 Pound
Dry-rubbed and hickory smoked beef short ribs, typically featuring tender meat with a flavorful crust.
$16.00
Fajita 1/2 Pound
Grilled and seasoned fajita meat, typically includes bell peppers and onions.
$16.00
Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage 1/2 Pound
Made with beef and pork, fresh jalapeños, and real cheddar cheese, typically smoked for a rich flavor.
$10.00
Pulled Pork 1/2 Pound
Pulled pork, slow-smoked with hickory wood, typically served with BBQ sauce, pickles, and onions.
$9.00
Chicken Fajita 1/2 Pound
Grilled chicken fajita with bell peppers and tomatoes, typically includes onions and a blend of spices.
$10.00
Quality Meats
Item
Note
Price
Plate #3
3 meats. Plate #3
$20.00
Plate #6
Rib of your choice with 2 meats. Plate #6
$21.00
Plate #9
Quarter leg with 2 meats. Plate #9
$21.00
Plate #8
Quarter leg & fajita. Plate #8
$18.00
Plate #2
2 meats. Plate #2
$18.00
Plate #5
Beef Fajita plate with the choice of two sides.
$18.00
Plate #7
Quarter leg with 1 meat (excludes fajita).
$16.00
Plate #1
1 meat (excludes fajita) served choice of two sides.
$16.00
Side Dishes
Item
Note
Price
Personal Side – Roasted Corn
Roasted corn, typically enhanced with butter and a touch of seasoning. Popular Personal Side – Roasted Corn
$3.00
Quart
Feeds 5-6 people.
$13.00
Pint
Feeds 2-3 people.
$7.50
Personal Side – Garden Salad
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and shredded cheese.
$4.50
Personal Side
Feeds 1 person.
$3.00
Personal Side – French Fries or Onion Rings
Crispy French fries or savory onion rings.
$5.00
492 Smoked Ribs
Item
Note
Price
Half-Rack Baby Back
Half-rack baby back ribs paired with two sides from a variety of options, including coleslaw, potato salad, beans, and more. Popular Half-Rack Baby Back
$17.00
Lamb Breast 4 Bone
Succulent lamb breast with 4 bones. Choose two sides from options like coleslaw, potato salad, beans, rice, mac & cheese, corn, and more. Lamb Breast 4 Bone
$20.00
Full-Rack Baby Back
Options range from classic coleslaw to hearty baked potato and fresh garden salad. Full-Rack Baby Back
$29.00
Spare Ribs Plate
Tender spare ribs served with two choices of sides. Options include classic coleslaw, creamy mac & cheese, garden salad, baked potato, and more.
$16.00
Center Cut Full
Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Beans, Rice, Mac & Cheese, Corn, Green Beans, French Fries, Onion Rings, Garden Salad, Rice & Beans Mixed, Roasted Corn, or Baked Potato.
$29.00
Beef Short Ribs
Short Ribs Beef short ribs served with your choice of two sides. Options include classic American sides like Coleslaw, Mac & Cheese, Garden Salad, and more. Popular
$19.00
Center Cut 4 Bone
Center-cut, 4 bones served with two sides. Choices include vegetables, salads, potatoes, beans, rice, mac & cheese, or onion rings.
$20.00
Full-Rack of Lamb
Full-rack of lamb. Choose two sides: coleslaw, potato salad, beans, rice, mac & cheese, corn, green beans, french fries, onion rings, garden salad, rice & beans, roasted corn, or baked potato.
$29.00
Smoked Chicken
Item
Note
Price
Half Chicken Plate
1/2 Chicken smoked to perfection, served with two homemade sides. Half Chicken Plate
$12.00
Quarter Leg Plate
Quarter leg served with two sides. Side options include coleslaw, potato salad, beans, rice, mac & cheese, corn, green beans, French fries, onion rings, garden salad, rice & beans mixed, roasted corn, baked potato. Quarter Leg Plate
$9.00
BBQ Tacos
Item
Note
Price
Taco Special – 3 Fajita Tacos with 1 Side
Taco special with three fajita tacos and your choice of flour or corn tortillas. Select one of the many sides like coleslaw, potato salad, or French fries.
$14.00
Taco Special – 3 Tacos with 1 Side
Taco special with choices of brisket, pulled pork, sausage, fajita. Flour or corn tortillas. Accompanied by one side, including options like coleslaw, potato salad, beans, rice, mac & cheese.
$13.00
One Taco
Brisket, sausage, fajita or chicken. Popular
$3.50
BBQ Sandwiches
Item
Note
Price
2 Meats (Any Meat)
Chicken, brisket, fajita, pulled pork, or sausage options.
$13.50
Brisket, Sausage, Chicken or Pulled Pork
BBQ Sandwich on Sourdough Bread served with your choice of Chips. Popular
$11.50
Fajita
Grilled meat, typically beef or chicken, served with sautéed bell peppers and onions on a bun.
$13.00
House Specials
Item
Note
Price
Brisket Sandwich with 2 Sides
Brisket sandwich paired with two sides. Options include coleslaw, potato salad, beans, rice, mac & cheese, and more. Choose your favorites from a diverse selection. Popular Brisket Sandwich with 2 Sides
$15.00
Chucky Special
2 meat sandwich with FF.
$14.00
Omar Special
Pulled pork & bacon with FF.
$12.99
Fajita Sandwich with 2 Sides
Fajita sandwich with your choice of two sides. Sides include options like coleslaw, potato salad, mac & cheese, onion rings, garden salad, and more.
$15.00
Desserts
Item
Note
Price
Peach Cobbler
A warm and comforting dessert with sweet, juicy peaches and a golden crust.
$6.00
Brownie
Perfect for the sweet tooth in you.
$3.00
Pecan Pie
Rich, nutty pie filled with pecans.
$6.00
Kids Meals
Item
Note
Price
Corn Dog Basket with Fries & 12 Oz Drink
Basket includes a corn dog, fries, and a 12 oz drink. Drink options include various sodas, teas, lemonade, and Mexican Coke. Corn Dog Basket with Fries & 12 Oz Drink
$7.00
Chicken Strip Basket with Fries & 12 Oz Drink
Chicken tenders served with fries and a 12 oz drink. Drinks include sodas, tea, and lemonade options. Popular
$8.00
Extras
Item
Note
Price
Nacho Cheese 4 Oz
Melted cheese sauce, typically served as a dip for nachos.
$3.00
Guacamole Side 2 Oz
Mashed avocado mixed with onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice.
$2.00
Sourdough Bread
Handmade sourdough bread with a crusty exterior and a slightly sour, creamy interior. Perfect for sandwiches or as a dinner accompaniment.
$3.00
Jalapeños
Make them grilled!
$0.75
Drinks
Item
Note
Price
Lemonade 32 Oz
Freshly squeezed lemons mixed with filtered water and sugar, creating a classic and refreshing lemonade.
$5.00
Sweet Tea 20 Oz
Freshly brewed sweet tea, sweetened with real sugar.
$3.50
Lemonade 20 Oz
Freshly squeezed lemons blended with filtered water and sugar.
$4.00
Mexican Coke
Authentic Mexican cola made with real cane sugar for a refreshingly classic experience.
$3.00
Unsweet Tea 20 Oz
Brewed daily, our unsweet tea offers a crisp and clean taste without added sweetness.
$3.50
Bottled Drink 20 Oz
Big Red, Root Beer, Diet Dr. Pepper, Dr. Pepper, Sprite, Coke, Coke Zero,.
$3.49
Kids Lemonade
Freshly squeezed lemons and water, sweetened to taste, creating a tangy and refreshing drink for kids.
$3.00
Bottled Water 16 Oz
Purified bottled water in a convenient 16 oz bottle. Brand may vary.
