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    Back Alley BBQ

    3.8 (45 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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    Mike L.

    Came by on a Tuesday evening around 7pm. Not too busy as there were only a few other patrons. Open air seating options were nice. Straightforward menu. Ordered brisket, pulled pork, jalapeño cheddar sausages, pork sandwich, with sides of Mac and cheese, potato salad, beef tallow fries, creamed elote, and cornbread. Food came out somewhat quickly, however, a lot of it was pretty dry. The brisket was the only "tender" protein. Sides were decent, except for the cornbread. The cornbread was so dry, we couldn't even finish it. Overall, an okay meal if you just needed a quick BBQ fix. Our waitress was great and attentive throughout our meal. Unfortunately, one and done for me.

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    Jennifer D.

    I stopped in here to grab some food for my friends in town. I was hoping it would be better than it was. The brisket was the best part Cornbread 3/10 dry and no flavor Mac and cheese - limited flavor, needs more cheese Chicken wings - 6/10 Cheesecake - decent but not great Service was great though

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    Brian A.

    We had the brisket and wings and then finished it off with peach cheesecake and banana pudding. It was very good. * I wish they would do the late night menu all day...

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    Hi, my name is Julian. I had a very bad service at the back alley barbecue on Father's Day. I was told that I was gonna be able to get the discount by me asking when I first had entered the facility. I asked the manager Ken that was on site if I'm able to use the discount promotion that they have for Father's Day he said yeah that's fine. OK so I didn't think nothing of it so then we get seated down and remind you I had a little weird feeling about it. I did ask my waitress also and she did also reply that she would get back to me and it took her a minute to get back to me. I had asked her was my question my question to her was how do I go about this and what am I able to get for the Father's Day $24 value? She said anything I said OK so I started ordering my food and it was pretty good then as I paid the waitress bought me back my bill and I noticed that there was no discount she said give me one second I'll ask my manager came back to me and said sorry we can't give you a discount because your children are not here so what that being said I felt very very very hurt and my feelings were hurt because I had ass previously before I had ordered what I can do or what I need to do to get approved for the $24 value and they could've told me from the beginning before I ordered that I needed my kids there which also did not stay on their promotion never once said that you needed to bring your kids with you so with that being said, I think the service was very awful and I recommend nobody that has problems with people in public to go there because they will treat you horrible thank you

    Bridget H.

    I highly recommend coming here! This was the best BBQ that I have had in the valley! The staff were excellent! The prices were reasonable! The bbq was perfectly balanced and the meat was hot and tender! Plenty of seating and outdoor seating as well! There is a parking garage around back that is a very short walk to the restaurant! The restaurant was clean and decorated nicely!

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    Kayla M.

    Went for dinner around 6pm on a Friday night. Was pretty empty inside. You order at the counter, cafeteria style. We ordered the 4 meat platter and chose brisket, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeño sausage, and st louis style ribs. For sides, we got mac & cheese and bacon potato salad. They also give you a piece of corn bread. They weighed every item to make sure we were given no more meat than we were supposed to have (this process took an awkwardly long amount of time). Once we got our plate, we had to tell the cashier every item we chose (on the tray sitting in front of him). We paid and found a table outside. The brisket was good, very tender. Although it got cold very quickly (likely due to the slow service at the counter). After trying this, we were pleasantly surprised and excited. The pulled pork was underwhelming. The ribs were had a flavor we didn't love, but they were fine overall. The sausage was decent but nothing special. As for the sides, the mac & cheese has a kick to it. Which was not advertised anywhere so I was disappointed by this. The potato salad was their second best item, behind the brisket. The corn bread was free, thank god. I would have been disappointed had we paid for it. The restaurant ambiance itself is great. They also had live music being set up as we left. Overall, the food was below average, but the restaurant aesthetic itself has a charm to it.

    Our first experience couple of months ago was wonderful!!! Last night, we went again with some family members from out of town and it was horrific! The food was bad, no other way to put it. The brisket was dry and chewy, not moist. The beans were dry, pasty and had no flavor. The corn was bland. I want this business to succeed. We need this type of food in downtown Chandler. I don't know what happened to the kitchen staff but it needs to be fixed pronto.

    Mark W.

    A Must-Visit BBQ Haven in Downtown Chandler! What an amazing BBQ spot in downtown Chandler! Back Alley BBQ brings chef-driven Southern barbecue with a bold Southwestern twist that's simply unbeatable. From the moment you walk in, you'll notice how impeccably clean the place is - spotless tables, a well-organized counter, and an inviting vibe that makes you feel right at home. The servers are great: friendly, efficient, and always ready with recommendations. They make the whole experience feel personal and fun, whether you're a BBQ newbie or a seasoned pro. And the food? Absolutely amazing! The smoked meats are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor - think award-worthy pulled pork, brisket with just the right smokiness, and sides like creamy mac 'n' cheese or zesty elote that elevate every bite. Pair it with their house sauces for an extra kick. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by - it's the kind of spot that'll have you planning your next visit before you leave!

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    Caldwell County BBQ

    Caldwell County BBQ

    4.7
    (1.9k reviews)
    9.2 mi
    $$

    We ordered 3 meats, turkey,brisket and pulled pork. for a family get together. It was ready to take…read morehome on time. Packaged to easily transport. Cooked to perfection. Their sauces were awesome. Staff was friendly and helpful. Priccing was what we were expecting to pay. The meat was truly exceptional. Great flavor. Y'all did a great job and we will definitely be back and wont hesitate to recommend your great food and servic

    Our experience started before we even ordered our food. We simply asked Carl (a member of the pit…read morestaff) what type of wood was used to smoke the meat. That question turned into Carl proudly explaining the process from preparation, to smoking to plate and everything in-between. His enthuasism, artisanal detail, and forthrightness to answer our questions were extremely valued and appreciated. Carl went way beyond our expectations and set the tone for the rest of our meal. After conversing with Carl he walked us to the counter, introduced us to the staff making the plates and explaned the ordering process to us. We ordered several items on the menu so we we could each sample them. The brisket was exceptional... on point. Burnt ends were delicious. Sausage is a must to order. Absolutely incredible. Sides were lights out. The Mac and cheese was marvelous. Picnic perfect potato salad. Superb slaw and the corn casserole let's just say that we should have ordered a much larger size. We met Mason when we were checking out. His over the top customer service and genuine care for our satisfaction were greatly appreciated. As we were eating both Carl and Mason came over to see if we were enjoying our meal. We couldn't praise them enough. Everything about our visit was phenomenal. The food was delicious, the customer service by Carl, Mason and the rest of your employees was top notch. We look forward to visiting again and taking the pit class when we return to the valley. Thank you Caldwell County BBQ team!!!

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    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

    Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

    4.0
    (1.3k reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$

    Always a stop when we are in Arizona. What a charming little country store! From the moment you…read morewalk in, it feels like stepping into a cozy small-town gem. The atmosphere is quaint, welcoming, and full of character. Now let's talk about the food--the smoked turkey is hands-down some of the best I've ever had. Tender, juicy, and packed with smoky flavor. And the brisket? Absolutely incredible. It was so tender it practically fell apart with every bite. You can tell everything is made with care and quality ingredients. Whether you're stopping in for lunch or just browsing the store, this place is a must-visit. Great food, friendly service, and all the small-country-store charm you could ask for. I'll definitely be back for more of that brisket!

    We are frequent diners here and I have to bumped up the star rating to five because of the awesome…read moreexperience we had on Mother's Day. As always, we love the BBQ here...we typically get the moist brisket, the smoked potatoes, the three bean salad...today I also added a couple of corns and their cole slaw. The food is always so good and we find very consistent. Here's where the customer service outshined previous visits...when I got there and started to order our to-go dinner, I was told the potatoes were gone and they were making more but it would be about 20-30 minutes before they were ready. I was told that someone previously had come in an purchased 30 potatoes, which I will always say...if you are going to order something that large from a restaurant, please be considerate and pre-order so they are prepared. You walking in and ordering that big of an order put the people behind you without some of their choices. No worries today...it's Mom's Day and I wasn't going to sway from getting BBQ for our dinner. I had some other things to do so left the store to take care of other business. Once back home (we live fairly close to the store), I called to ask if the potatoes were ready and after being placed on a brief hold, was told they had some ready but they were flying out the door! The young lady asked me if I wanted to place an order over the phone and decided to do that just so I could be sure we had their most wonderful smoked potatoes. I drove down to pick up our order and was met with some of the best staff, who laughed with me about the situation. They agreed about people calling beforehand when wanting that much food, apparently they also got about 30 lbs of meat as well. It's all good and we will be back when we need our Rudy's fix!

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    2 meat sandwiches with slaw
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    American Way Smokehouse

    American Way Smokehouse

    4.4
    (453 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    As a long time Texan, I was honestly skeptical of Arizona BBQ... but after a long conversation with…read morethe cashier, I settled on the Market Dip sandwich with fatty brisket. The brisket definitely delivered. I will be ordering a brisket plate next time to maximize my spend. But highly recommend the brisket sandwich and can't wait to try the tri tip next.

    The two stars is only for the friendliness of the staff, overall cleanliness and the cookies that…read moreoffset the "cooked" food that they sell. The beans and potato salad were decent. Everything else was terrible. And please note by my reviews that I'm an easy grader. Went with my uncle for lunch. We each had the three meat plate. I chose fattier brisket, pastrami and ribs plus two sides. This came out to ~$36 each. Total bill for the two of us was over $100 by adding drink, cookie, tax and tip. My uncle got kielbasa, brisket and pastrami. Our guess is that the food is brought in sealed and they microwave or use some similar reheat method and do no "cooking" there. All of my meats were beyond dry. It's really hard to convey how dry. The ribs were the biggest terror point since not only was it as tough as leather but it tasted like it was doused in iodized salt. My uncle's plate was not any better. The kielbasa was sliced and overcooked so badly that the sliced edges were burnt and frayed - you've got to really try hard to screw up preserved sausage. I could only do a few bites and threw it all in the trash. They were getting busy and I was not going to stand back in line with trays of food to broach the problems. They make sure to ask for a tip at time of order but there's no service for quality control. My uncle texted me later in the day: "Today's restaurant was such an awful choice for BarBQ. I can't remember when I had worse. We have to go to a real good one next time." It is crazy how bad this lunch experience was and a rarity that Yelps score misses the mark so badly.

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    Nana’s Kitchen

    Nana’s Kitchen

    4.2
    (209 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Nana's Kitchen is that spot. The food and the service were so good I literally downloaded the Yelp…read moreapp just to leave a review--and that should tell you everything. From the first bite, it was clear this wasn't just cooked food, it was made with intention. Hot, fresh, flavorful, and straight from the soul. Let's just say Tabitha Brown wasn't lying--everything is good. No exaggeration. This is comfort food done right. No shortcuts, no bland plates, just real flavor and care in every bite. Very delicious and absolutely worth the hype. Tips: Parking can be limited and the wait can be long, so come prepared. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and definitely use the restroom before you arrive. Trust me--you'll want to focus on the food once you get it.

    We used to make special trips from another city just to eat at Nana's because it was that good…read more Sadly, after Nana passed away, things started to change. The Nana's Soul plate used to come with more than two ribs, then it was reduced to two, and now it's down to just one unless you pay extra for another. The plate also used to include all three sides--mac and cheese, collard greens, and beans--along with cornbread. Now you're limited to choosing only two sides, and the cornbread is gone. It's disappointing to see how much the restaurant has declined since the beloved Nana passed away. I hate to say it, but I won't be returning.

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