The Bullock Texas State History Museum completely captivated us! We spent a surprising six hours engrossed in the exhibits. Afterwards, we took an Uber to Saint Mary Catholic Cathedral for Mass.
Feeling famished after our museum adventure, we decided to take a detour for some legendary Texas barbecue at Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que, conveniently located downtown just a few blocks from our hotel.
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| Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que |
True to its name, Cooper's offered a classic Texas BBQ experience. I dove in with a trio of meats (quarter pound each): brisket, sirloin, and jalapeño and cheese sausage. The sides - coleslaw, mac-n-cheese, and boiled corn - were all winners. The sausage had a nice kick, and the sirloin, while a bit dry, was still well-seasoned.
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| Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que |
The real star, however, was the brisket. Tender, juicy, and flavorful, it held its own, though LeRoy & Lewis Barbecue still reigns supreme in my book. This unplanned stop at Cooper's was a delicious reminder that Texas barbecue boasts a range of styles, each with its own unique charm.
