We stopped in last Saturday for lunch and bellied up to the bar. I give credit to the owners to try to "Texan" up the setting although I think they went a little overboard on the decor (ie. placing "outhouse" over the bathrooms). Props to them for sourcing their sausage from Texas as well as offering Lonestar. Foodwise, I found the 2 meat plate very underwhelming. The chopped brisket barely offered up any of the notes of hickory or cherry that it was smoked over. No discernible smoke ring, no bark and was not as tender as it should be. Living in Texas, I understand that it takes a certain talent to turn out good brisket. This wasn't the case here. The sausage was good, however. It had a nice skin that popped when biting into it and a mild yet rich flavor. The cowboy beans were also unforgettable. Perhaps the fact that Double S can't smoke onsite leads to the issues at hand.
The real shame was the price of the 2 meat plate ($16.99). For the quality and taste of the food, it comes as no surprise that we were the only ones in the restaurant at noon.
Although critical of the food, I can't say enough about the server that assisted us. She was extremely was extremely hospitable and friendly and checked in with us a few times.
It's a shame as Double S is within walking distance of my home. Perhaps, I will come back from the buttermilk pie that other reviewers rave about but I think I will pass on the bbq.