Daegu Texas BBQ and beer night: pulled pork mini burgers at Modak
In short
Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch is a smoked Texas-style barbecue restaurant near Dongdaegu Station in Dong-gu, Daegu. The writer ordered the Memphis Platter set for two at dinner to taste the brisket, pulled pork and barbecue ribs, built DIY mini burgers by stuffing dinner rolls with pulled pork and coleslaw, and paired everything with beer. Tender meat, a great match with beer and a cozy wood-toned room make Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch a place the writer wants to revisit.
Good to know
- Getting there
- Dongdaegu Station Exit 2 · 7-min walk (store listing, Oct 6, 2026)
- Ordered
- Memphis Platter set for two
- Set contents
- Brisket, pulled pork, barbecue ribs and more, plus dinner rolls, fries, coleslaw, baked beans and house-made sauces
- Address
- 1st floor, 5-1 Dongbu-ro 34-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu
- Hours
- Daily 11:00–22:00
- Break time
- 15:30–17:00
- Last order
- 21:00
as written by the visitor on Jun 16, 2026
Today I'm sharing my honest review of a hot spot I visited recently in Daegu: Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch (모닥텍사스바베큐 동대구점), a barbecue place near Dongdaegu Station.
I love meat dishes in general, but places where you can get proper, authentic Texas-style barbecue are pretty rare, right?
I'd heard that there was a place near Dongdaegu Station with a great atmosphere and excellent meat, so I went for dinner with someone special.
What's the atmosphere like at Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch?
Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch is an exotic, cozy space with wood-toned interiors, soft lighting and a smoky aroma filling the room. The moment I walked in, the faint smell of smoke tickled my nose and really got my appetite going.
The interior is done in a warm, cozy wood tone, and it felt like I'd stepped into an authentic barbecue house in some quiet American suburb.
The lighting isn't too bright, just soft, so it's a perfect spot for a date, or for a casual drink and a chat with friends or coworkers.
What comes in the Memphis Platter set for two?
The Memphis Platter set for two at Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch is a signature dish: smoked brisket, pulled pork, barbecue ribs and more on one plate, served with dinner rolls, fries, coleslaw, baked beans and house-made sauces. After sitting down and looking over the menu, I ordered the "Memphis Platter set for two," one of the restaurant's signature items.
The spread was so generous and full that I couldn't help exclaiming the moment it was served at the table.
The Memphis Platter comes with brisket, pulled pork, barbecue ribs and other cuts, all slow-smoked with care and neatly arranged on one plate.
Alongside the meat there were warm dinner rolls, fries, coleslaw, baked beans and a range of house-made sauces, a perfectly complete table.
The look of it alone was an overwhelming, social-media-worthy sight, and my expectations shot up before I'd even taken a bite.
How does the Memphis Platter meat taste, and what's the dinner roll DIY mini burger?
The meat on the Memphis Platter was tender enough to pull apart with just a fork, with a strong smoky aroma. I first tried the cut I'd been looking forward to most. Maybe because it had been roasted for so long, it was so tender that I didn't need a knife at all; a fork tore it apart easily. The moment it hit my mouth, the rich smoke spread through it and the meat melted away without any chewing.
There was no gamey smell at all, and the rich juices bursting out with every bite were simply top-notch. I especially had fun making "DIY mini burgers": split the dinner roll in half, stuff it with plenty of soft, shredded pulled pork, then top with crunchy sweet-and-sour coleslaw, jalapeños and the special barbecue sauce.
The mix of plain bread, tender meat and fresh veggies was so good that I kept reaching for more without even noticing I was full.
How was the Texas barbecue and beer combination?
At Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch, the writer had a glass of beer with the rich barbecue and called the combination "the right answer." With barbecue this good, a cold beer is a must, right?
I had a simple glass of beer to cleanly cut through the richness of the meat. Clinking the cold glasses and taking a refreshing gulp, I felt like the whole day's fatigue and stress just flew away. A bite of hearty, full-flavored Texas barbecue followed by a sip of crisp, clean beer was truly the perfect "right answer." That light drink made the meal much more fun and full.
Overall verdict: the best barbecue I've had in Daegu, definitely going back!
Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch was a place where you can taste the essence of authentic Texas barbecue.
The tender texture and deep flavor of the meat, the generous set, and the friendly service: nothing was lacking, and I left completely satisfied. If you're looking for special, delicious meat near Dongdaegu Station, or want to relax with a beer in an exotic atmosphere, it's a good choice.
A place that nails both flavor and atmosphere!
Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch: location and hours
- Name: Modak Texas Barbecue Dongdaegu Branch (모닥텍사스바베큐 동대구점)
- Location: 5-1 Dongbu-ro 34-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu (1st floor)
- Hours: Daily 11:00 - 22:00
- Break time: 15:30 - 17:00
- Last order: 21:00
Where it is
5-1 Dongbu-ro 34-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu, South Korea대구광역시 동구 동부로34길 5-1 1층
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