Salt Slab – Texas Charm in Midlands

Alright alright alright! As Matthew McConaughey would say! The Salt Slab is a GREEN LIGHT! All the way!

Now having lived in Texas for almost two years on and off, and experienced some of the best authentic BBQ in Dallas and Austen, the Scott clan were super excited to experience Texas BBQ in the Midlands!

We arrived on opening day and as expected at any good BBQ joint, stood in line and waited to get our food! It's all about the experience, yes, line waiting is something we are not used to in SA, but it's the way BBQ is done! Also, quite authenticity as we neared the beginning of the line, the brisket had run out! Oh well, there and then we planned to go back the next weekend!

It's a Meat Lovers Paradise! The meat is sold by weight, so you can take as little or as much as you want! We decided to do a sharing platter and took a little bit (100g) of everything!

Their Meaty Lineup: from melt-in-your-mouth brisket (get in line early for this as it sells out first!) and juicy lamb, pork and beef ribs to tender pork belly and fabulous pulled lamb or pork, rack of lamb, and cheese and jalapeño sausages, they literally have something to satisfy every craving!

On the Side:

Cold: the classic potato salad is a must with BBQ, it's super good! We also enjoyed the coleslaw and they have a signature slab salad. Warm: you cannot NOT have creamy mac and cheese, (it's a side with everything in the USA!) or try the baked scalloped potatoes, then the oh so good cowboy beans, or rich creamed corn.

Dessert: which you grab at the same time in line, (just do it! You won't be sorry!). Texas classic banana pudding - we thoroughly enjoyed this! It's rich but oh so worth it! And they also have cheesecake by the slice.

Now go find your tribe or table, order your drinks from the lovely waitresses and get ready to feast to your heart's content, whether you're going big or just want a taste of everything! The food is exceptional, worth the wait and price! The cowboy look, feel, vibe and music allow for a really enjoyable afternoon! The forever view of the Midlands, the constant flow of people coming and going is lovely to see, it's a true Texas BBQ experience! (And yes… we went back and got the brisket the next weekend!)

The Salt Slab team can't wait to serve you up something special!

Contact Details: 063 450 5147

Email: thesaltslab@gmail.com

42 Currys Post Rd, Curry's Post, 3290

Plan your visit

• Where: 42 Curry's Post Road, Howick, with views over the Midlands.
• Hours: Saturdays 11:30am to 5pm and Sundays 11:30am to 4:30pm. The bar opens earlier, and the BBQ is served until it sells out.
• Bookings: none taken, it is walk-ins only, so expect to queue.
• Prices: the Texan Platter feeds three to four for R1,350, with brisket, pork ribs, sausages, half a chicken and two double sides. Everything else is sold by weight.
• Families: kid-friendly, with a play area.
• Contact: 063 450 5147, thesaltslab.co.za, Instagram @thesaltslab