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Franks Holy Smoke BBQ

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Franks Holy Smoke BBQ in Ovilla
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See If You Can Finish the Huge, Brisket-Stuffed Baked Potato at Franks Holy Smoke BBQ

Abraham Franks finds his true calling as a pitmaster in Ovilla after a stressful career in Vegas.

By Daniel Vaughn
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Daniel Vaughn is the country’s first barbecue editor, and he has eaten more barbecue than you have.

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Address
705 W Main St, Ovilla, TX 75154
Hours

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Show Full Hours

Sunday Closed

Monday 11AM–7PM

Tuesday 11AM–7PM

Wednesday 11AM–7PM

Thursday 10AM–8PM

Friday 10AM–8PM

Saturday 10AM–8PM

Phone
(972) 515-8898
Website
adfranksholysmoke.com
Publish Date
September 11, 2018
Last Updated
September 28, 2021

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