Something about the taste of meat grilled over an open flame goes hand in hand with summer. Father's Day, Fourth of July, and time spent poolside are often accompanied by a tasty grilled dish. The Pit Room, recognized by Michelin Guide as a Bib Gourmand restaurant, takes the hard (and hot) work out of at-home grilling.
Well known for its Central Texas-style smoked meats, The Pit Room Memorial City also offers a Grill Menu with chicken tenders, chicken wings, brisket egg rolls, fried pickles, burgers, a T-bone steak, and more. Guests can beat the heat with one of their homemade ice cream desserts, allowing them to create their own treats by choosing from several cookies, ice creams, and toppings.
July wouldn't be complete without a grilled burger and barbecue, and Michael Sambrooks, owner of Sambrooks Hospitality Group and The Pit Room, takes us through why their BBQ Burger is a must-have this month. thepitroombbq.com
The Burger
The perfect burger at The Pit Room starts with an eight-ounce 80/20 ground beef and brisket chuck blend patty. The patty is grilled over 100% post-oak and seasoned with the restaurant's signature housemade burger seasoning.
The Brisket
The patty is topped with four ounces of prime smoked brisket that is chopped and mixed with The Pit Room's housemade barbeque sauce.
The Bun
"We use a cake and bacon challah bun because it's the best," said Sambrooks. "The sweetness of the challah pairs really nicely with the burgers."
The Toppings
Sambrooks says thick-cut chopped onions are the key to a great-tasting BBQ Burger. In addition to onions, the burger is topped with cheddar cheese, housemade habanero dill pickles, and a small amount of mayo on the bun.