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Cattle Ranch

Updated 2026-08-18 · 6,088 reviewed · 140 listed · Scored from 960 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(960) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
Texas-Style BBQTraditional Smokehouse BBQRib House / Ribs Specialist
Cattle Ranch
Price
moderate
Services
Texas-Style BBQ, Traditional Smokehouse BBQ, Rib House / Ribs Specialist
Reviews
960

What recent reviews say

Cattle Ranch wins consistent praise for expertly cooked steaks at reasonable prices, paired with attentive service in a calm, old-fashioned setting. Multiple visitors highlight steaks cooked to spec and staff like Chelsey going out of their way to make first-timers feel welcome, though the focus here is clearly on beef, not traditional BBQ.

Praised for
  • high-quality steaks
  • attentive service
  • fair pricing
  • authentic old-world atmosphere
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Best for: diners seeking high-quality steaks in an unhurried, old-fashioned setting
Think twice if: this is a steakhouse, not a traditional BBQ or smokehouse operation

Strengths

  • steaks cooked to exact specification
  • knowledgeable, personable staff
  • quiet atmosphere despite high volume
  • consistent quality over years

Worth knowing

  • Staff member Chelsey noted by name for welcoming service and food recommendations
  • Steaks (filet and strip mentioned) cooked to customer specification
  • Menu includes burger and vegetable sides

What reviews say by service

Rib House / Ribs Specialist
no rib-specific mentions; steaks dominate review focus

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.52 average across the 33 texas-style bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 64% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 60
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 80
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
693
4
128
3
58
2
39
1
42

Common questions

Are steaks cooked to order?
Yes. Reviewers report steaks are cooked to specification, with notes that medium is indeed medium-rare.
Does Cattle Ranch work well for groups?
Yes. Reviews mention parties of 6 and a 70-year birthday celebration, with staff maintaining calm service even during busy hours.

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Last updated 2026-08-18