Thomason's Barbecue

When I left the car I could smell the hickory smoke from the car. We ordered the sampler's so we could try multiple meats. The chip (mutton & pork mix) was best as a sandwich to my taste. The pork, ribs, and turkey were moist and not dried out as is often the case at other BBQ places. Flavors were good. Baked Beans were spectacular. Chocolate & Coconut pies were very good and had a light meringue top. The chocolate was a very deep chocolate flavor. The samplers provided enough meat for a second meal the next day. The pie was eaten much later that day because we were stuffed. Seating is minimalistic with a few booths and a couple of chairs. Now if they would just bring back Diet RC! I want caffeine in my cola. The smell f the hickory smoke reminded me of Macs.

This was a great find in Henderson, Kentucky. It is a small storefront with about five tables. However, there was a steady stream of people purchasing carry-out the whole time we were there. The baked beans were wonderful as were the chicken and pork barbecues. They have four barbecue sauces. I particular liked the bourbon barbecue sauce and my wife liked the sweet sauce. The owner, Kevin, was fun to talk to.

Ordered a smoked turkey for our Thanksgiving this year. Had it pulled with sauce on the side. Reheated for Thanksgiving dinner and it was excellent! I'd definitely get another!

I ate here as a kid and liked it every time. Now I’m back 18 years later to visit family, and can say that the bbq is as good as it was back then. The mutton, pork, and beef don’t disappoint. As many people mention, the beans are what make this place really special. Western Kentucky BBQ is all about a vinegar based sauce (almost dip like in consistency) and this place does it right. Don’t let those complaining about a watery sauce scare you off, that’s how it’s supposed to be. Thank you for continuing to provide Henderson with amazing food. I look forward to my next visit.

By far the Best BBQ and beans around. I love the chopped BBQ pork and the mutton. The beans, I could eat a plate of them all by themselves. They are a secret recipe that is packed with meat and his special sauce that will have u coming back for more. I have bought a set of sauces boxed for gifting to send to a friend out of town. The fresh squeezed lemon aid with real cane sugar is sure to quench any thirst and not to mention the homemade pies that are sure to make you want to take one home.
I must say since Im from Owensboro, Ky, I would put them up, way up from Moonlight or Old Hickory or all around, any day. I sent everyone here. Its one of those small gems u can't just keep to yourself. When I'm out of town, we always ask around for that 'hole in the wall best kept secret place' where the locals go. This is ours here in Henderson, KY.

Perfection!! Vintage charm, hometown hospitality and if you get takeout, the longest drive home you'll ever have. Everything from the food, the people and the marketing is spot on. This is a must visit!

Hands down, the best BBQ. Period. I've been enjoying their mutton and pork all my life and have never found their equal. If you're in Henderson, give them a try.

There is not a lot of seating here, diffantly not the biggest place in town, but award winning baked beans are the best in the tri-state. Ribs are really good, pulled pork is good, the mutton is fabulous.

Best BBQ and I've been all across the globe.

Great all the way around. Been in and around that place since I was a kid. The smoker is really old and has great taste. There isn't anything you wouldn't like. The sauce is more of a thin dip than a thick sauce but just get it on the side and dip anything of your choice.

Nowhere does it say anything about the BBQ mutton, and that’s what I go to Thomason’s for. Best mutton ever. I’m a W KY girl, born and bred, and BBQ means mutton to me!

I've been coming here for about 50 years. To get the best out of your eating experience, I would suggest that you ask for your BBQ "chipped." To simply ask for BBQ will result in a rather so-so sandwich. When it's "chipped," the juice will absorb every morsel of meat like a sponge; this is especially the case with mutton. When you ask for it "chipped," you will get a sandwich with a lot of BBQ juice that will enhance the flavor enormously. (And this rule should be applied wherever mutton is sold in a BBQ restaurant.) It will probably be impossible to eat such a sloppy concoction with your hands, but you can try. Better, though, ask for a plastic knife and fork. While the BBQ is good, the brown-sugared BBQ beans sold here is the dish that has made this place's name in the world of BBQ.

Great food, and good, fast service! 10/10
Recommend coming here!

Me and my husband are from NC, and were traveling through for business when we spotted this little restaurant. We always love to try local food and this one had great reviews, so it was a no brainer! So glad we ate there, the food was AMAZING!!!!! The cashier was very sweet and it took only 5 minutes to order, and after sitting down our food was out in another 5. I got the sampler plate, and everything on it was great. The bbq beans were the best. If we are ever back in town, we will definitely be going back!!!

I have been eating at this place as far back as I can remember. There is not one thing on the menu that I don’t like. Great small business on the east end!

Great BBQ! Stop and dine in. They BBQd our Turkey for Thanksgiving. We will be doing that every year from now on!

Amazing barbecue! Small place with big flavor. They ran out of mutton, but we've heard it is amazing. I guess we will have to come back again and get there early! Simply YUM!

My favorite BBQ in Henderson, KY!! Hands down best baked beans as well!!!!

Popular barbeque place in Henderson. Most people order carry out, but there is a small dining area for those that want to eat in.

Best BBQ in Kentucky!
Just keeps getting better!