Also worth noting that the Longview location of Bodacious Bar-B-Q made the latest
Texas Monthly top 50 list for BBQ. In fact, it placed 4th.
I've never been to a Bodacious BBQ. I believe it's a small chain of franchisees/licensees and some of the locations look downright depressing but I would certainly be willing to give the GGG location (2227 S. Moberly Ave.) a try when passing through East Texas.
Can't comment on hotels in GGG. I've only ever passed through town on the way between DAL & SHV or stopped to buy booze (certain bourbons are easier to find at liquor stores over there). But, as noted upthread, TYR is close and has a very impressive rose garden. SHV is an hour east for casino gambling and live horse racing.
Originally Posted by
atxtraveler
have a good solid burger at Jucy's or The Butcher Shop.
How do those compare to East Texas Burger Co. in Mineola?