PHOTOS: Texas Jacks Opens in Arlington

ARLINGTON, VA. — Say “howdy” to Texas Jack’s, Arlington’s newest barbecue restaurant influenced by the Lone Star State.

Patrons eagerly anticipating the opening of Texas Jacks Barbecue, located at 2761 Washington Blvd., Arlington, Virginia, 22201, have an added incentive to be among the first to enjoy Executive Chef Matt Lang’s menu showcasing tender smoked meats served by the pound, a la carte sides and down home desserts, on opening day, Monday, Dec. 7. The doors opened at 4 p.m. Monday.

New customers will enjoy a menu featuring Lang’s Nachos with pulled pork, white queso, crema, salsa verde and salsa roja, or a vegetarian alternative, Chilaquiles, a smothered version of nachos.

Other dishes on the menu include Smashed Cucumber Salad with yogurt, rice wine vinegar and jalapeño; Warm Potato Salad, fried potatoes with a warm bacon vinaigrette; Esquites, grilled corn off cob with mayo, Mexican cheese, cilantro and jalapeño; Fried Chick Pea Salad with chorizo, epazote and lime juice; Fried Brussels Sprouts with lemon juice and parmesan; Not So Spicy Coleslaw with jalapeño, cilantro, red onion and cotija cheese, and Macaroni & Cheese.

Diners will also enjoy entrees including Brisket, Pulled Pork, Beef Short Rib, Sausage, Pork Belly, St. Louis Style Spare Ribs, Jerked Leg Of Goat and Jerked Lamb Belly.

The lucky 100th guest dining at the restaurant on Monday, opening day, will enjoy Lang’s signature Brisket serving four guests. Good luck!

PHOTOS courtesy of Texas Jack’s