Ray’s BBQ is a small food trailer located in a dusty lot in Pflugerville, but their barbecue - and more specifically, their loaded fries - make it a spot you’ll want to visit again and again. They have a few of the classics - brisket, chopped beef, and sausage - as well as a few less common barbecue meats, like turkey legs and boudin links. But we really love the loaded fries here. It starts with a bed of thick, wedge-cut fries, covered with your choice of meat (the brisket is great), nacho cheese, and barbecue sauce. The brisket was incredibly tender, and the sauce was just bright enough to provide some nice contrast to the richness of the meat and cheese.

photo credit: Nicolai McCrary