Tucked away on Orlando’s Orange Blossom Trail, far from the manufactured magic of theme parks, sits a white brick building that houses some of the most authentic Texas-style barbecue you’ll find east of the Lone Star State.
Cecil’s Texas Style Bar-B-Q doesn’t need flashy gimmicks or tourist-trap tactics – the intoxicating aroma of slow-smoked meats does all the marketing necessary.
The moment you pull into the parking lot, your nose takes over as navigator, leading you toward the entrance with the magnetic pull of hickory smoke that’s been embracing brisket, ribs, and pork for hours on end.
You might wonder what makes people drive across county lines, sometimes traversing half the state, just for a meal…