The Isiah Factor: Uncensored hosts their 2nd Annual BBQ Contest

The Factor's 2nd Annual BBQ contest

BBQ Joints across the greater Houston area go face to face in a BBQ contest hosted by The Isiah Factor: Uncensored.

HOUSTON - The aroma of sizzling meat and the anticipation of delicious flavors is felt in TRIBECA in Third Ward, as The Isiah Factor: Uncensored hosted its 2nd Annual BBQ Contest!

There is fierce competition and mouth-watering creations are going to be judged across six categories: Ribs, Brisket, Turkey, Sausage, Sides, and Pit Master's Choice.

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Judges face the task of evaluating entries based on flavor, originality, and appearance. Each dish will be rated on a scale of 1, meaning "Get this plate out of my face" to 10, meaning "I can eat this all day", with a maximum score of 30 per category.

To ensure unbiased judging, the identities of the contestants remained anonymous, with only team numbers provided.

BBQ joints in Houston joins The Factor contest

J-Bar-M Barbeque and 3rd Coast BBQ make their appearances on 'The Factor: Uncensored' for their chance to win the title of the best BBQ in Houston

BBQ Contestants

The contests for this year were as follows:

Blood Bros
BLOOD BROS. BBQ
5425 Bellaire Blvd, Bellaire, TX
IG: @BloodBrosBBQ
Last year's winner, located in the 6th Ward, came back.

Pitmaster's Choice for BBQ Contest

Pitmasters from four different BBQ joints in the Greater Houston area submitted their choice of something special from their restaurants.

Henderson and Kane
HENDERSON & KANE GENERAL STORE
715 Henderson St, Houston, TX
IG: @HendersonAndKane

3rd Coast BBQ
3RD COAST BBQ
25219 Oakhurst Dr, Spring, TX
IG: @3rdCoastBBQ

Coco Dominguez shows up as honorary judge for BBQ contest

Bayou City Buzz reporter Coco Dominguez stops by The Factor's 2nd Annual BBQ Contest to see which contestants are bringing the heat.

J-Bar-M Barbecue
J-BAR-M BARBECUE
2201 Leeland St, Houston, TX
IG: @JBARMBBQ

J-Bar-M Barbecue and 3rd Coast BBG are two new contestants joining this year's contest.

BBQ joints in Houston try out each others dishes

Judges

The Factor made sure we had top-notch judges for this top-notch contest!

GMAYNIAC - Food influencer

GMAYNIAC

Food influencer

Meet G-Mayniac, a PVAMU graduate and the creative force behind Bless Tha Belly, your go-to brand for discovering the best in food and entertainment. Since 2017, GMayniac has been serving up delicious vibes, food reviews, and his popular "Foodie Freestyles" series, blending comedy, music, and mouthwatering cuisine into every review.

Lukkaew Srasrisuwan - Culinary Chef

Lukkaew Srasrisuwan

Culinary Chef

Introducing Lukkaew Srasrisuwan, a culinary chef and CEO of MaKiin Concepts, a Houston hospitality group. Lukkaew began her restaurant journey with Kin Dee Thai Cuisine in The Heights, followed by M Express Thai Kitchen and MaKiin in River Oaks. She recently launched Thai Tail in Montrose, showcasing her passion for Thai cuisine. With her expertise and innovative approach, Lukkaew joins us as a distinguished judge for our BBQ contest.

Dominick Lee - Culinary Chef

Dominick Lee

Culinary Chef

Introducing Chef Dominick Lee, a culinary maestro with roots in New Orleans’ rich Creole culture. After honing his skills at The Art Institute of Houston, Chef Lee traveled the world, including a notable stint in Tuscany as head chef at Villa Lena. His expertise in blending traditional Creole flavors with global influences makes him the perfect judge for our BBQ contest.

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