Culinary Chronicles: Hickory House

My husband absolutely loves barbeque, but we had yet to find a go-to spot in Parker. On a whim, he asked if we could go to Hickory House, I am so glad that we made the trip!

Even before we tasted the food, my husband's excitement peaked when he noticed posters proudly showcasing Hickory House's feature on Guy Fieri's 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.' We'll definitely be hunting down that episode this weekend!

While the kids happily found their go-to favorites like burgers and chicken strips, my husband and I opted to share a barbeque combo plate – and what a spread it was! Our plate included perfectly smoked and tender pulled pork, succulent brisket, and a half rack of unforgettable baby-back ribs. This generous platter was perfect for sharing, accompanied by warm garlic bread, a fluffy baked potato, crisp coleslaw, and classic baked beans. The ribs truly were the star of the show; they practically fell off the bone and were lightly sauced, allowing us to customize with their three distinct BBQ sauce options: fiery habanero, bold and spicy, or the classic original.

Throughout our meal, the service was consistently prompt and friendly, and our generous plastic cups of iced tea and lemonade kept us refreshed. Our only regret? We discovered their baked cookie and ice cream dessert a little too late to order it! Note to self (and readers!): This sweet treat requires some bake time, so plan to order it when your food arrives.

The kids are already eagerly planning our next visit just for that!

Hickory House has officially become our family's new go-to BBQ spot in Parker– we highly recommend you give it a try!

Denise Woods is a freelance writer.