Unfortunately on May 2nd approximately 4:00 in the afternoon I stopped in at barebones BBQ and ordered two sandwiches to go one being pulled pork the other one being a chopped beef brisket sandwich to go and when I got home I take one bite of the pulled pork and one bite of the chopped beef brisket and it was the worst food I've ever had in my life. Turns out several hours later I was sick for 3 days with severe diarrhea and almost to the point where I had to go to the emergency room and I'm sure they would have admitted me to the hospital I sent a message to the ownership and they apologize for me getting sick and volunteered to return my money and here it is mid-june and I haven't received a dime back from them and a total came out to less than $20 and I have a copy of the receipt and I also got a message from them telling me that they couldn't match the name up well my wife had paid with her debit card and therefore the names didn't match but that should have made any difference because I gave him the exact time and what we had and the exact dollar amount and no response for over 6 weeks now and I think they've had enough time to save up the money to pay me back for the lousy food that they served me obviously was tainted with some kind of bacteria or some other disease and I'd really like to get my money back. They can contact me through my email address tx4ricks@gmail.com if they are interested in refunding. read more

I came in to get carry out for about ten adults and two kids. They were super helpful in helping assemble a carry out order of family packs with plenty of pulled pork and chicken BBQ. The pulled pork was phenomenal. We are from KC and their BBQ would be fine against stiff competition there. Sides of baked beans, slaw and macaroni and cheese were all very good. The kids loved the Mac and cheese. For dessert they added their banana pudding which was also really good. I've heard their burgers are also great, but I would probably always get the BBQ if we lived here read more

So not the best start to a meal. As we ordered our dinners and waited for them to arrive we watch three orders, ordered after us, leave. Then they brought us the wrong order. They asked our names and our food had been boxed up ready to go. The five stars is for the rest of the meal. Both of the waiters apologized profusely and went to fix it. I actually had to run back and reassure them we were good eating the meal out of the to go containers that we would eventually have to get anyway. The youngest waiter apologized again and almost demanded we get a free dessert on the house. Again we were not upset but they went above and beyond trying to make it correct. We had a laugh and the food was as great as their welcoming family vibe. We will be back and suggest you go see them as well you will not be disappointed. read more

Bare Bones BBQ - Brisket potatoes and Cole slaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Kingsport, Tennessee

The pork ribs were so tender and delicious I didn't even need sauce. Sides were tasty and service was very friendly! Try it if you're in Bristol! read more

The cute little BBQ place not far off the interstate is perfect for good food and good service! Ribs are fall off the bone delicious! Check it out!! read more

This was the best BBQ that I have ever had. The staff were very nice and accommodating. It feels like you're eating in someone's house and they make you feel welcome. The bbq sauce options are great and they make them all there. I highly recommend trying it. read more

Came recommended from a wedding venue for their catering. So we swung in tonight to do a little taste test. First the folks running this place are great! Ultra friendly and bonus for standing strong and closing on Sundays where their employees don't have to miss church. Ribs, brisket, pulled pork take your pick. However best bite of the night was bbq beans. Pork was a mild smoke, little less than I usually want, but good. Brisket was well seasoned with choice of tip or flat. Ribs were perfectly cooked where each bite came off the bone cleanly without completely falling off. read more

Bare Bones BBQ - Ribs with Mac and cheese and slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Kingsport, Tennessee

Great pulled pork BBQ !!! Best in the Tri-Cities !!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Found this place out of the blue. Stopped in for a birthday BBQ lunch. We were NOT disappointed! The ribs tender and just the right amount of smokey. Amazing flavor! The service was beyond friendly. Everyone there seemed happy to be there and happy to chat with all of the customers. The prices are more than fair for the quantity and quality of food. You couldn't eat this well at any chain place for this price. We will DEFINITELY be back if/when in the Kingsport area again. I would HIGHLY recommend Bare Bones BBQ. read more

Fantastic food! My wife really enjoys the ice cream dessert. I'm a huge fan of the chicken and dumplings special! Don't miss out

They only have ribs and brisket on Friday and Saturday. So, all 3 of us ordered the pulled pork platter. One looked like finely chopped pork, 2 looked like chunks of pork. Odd, but ok. The pork had a mediocre flavor, a bit dry. The sauces: nothing unique, and some watered down. We tried all 4 sides: beans, Mac n cheese, potato salad and coleslaw. Sadly, they all tasted like they were from a bulk can. The room temperature Country Time lemonade was ok once the ice was stirred around for awhile. The service was fast. read more

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Best brisket I've ever had. I lived in TX for years and was never really a fan of brisket until we discovered this place. It's a must try.

The food was so good & delicious. Great BBQ. Great prices & friendly people. Just moved here from up north. Looking for BBQ & found it. Was so very excited. Not disappointed!!!!!!5 stars ********Brisket SandwichPulled PorkDixie Heat read more

Best pork in the tri city area. Honestly i can't really say that cause i haven't been to too many places. But it's good and If you are in the area and in the mood for some bbq pork I'd give them a try. Definitely will be returning for more. read more

Great food! Their BBQ is awesome. I wish they had fries but the bbq is enough to return

BBQ is one of those things that is very regional, and nothing says North East Tennessee like Bare Bones BBQ. Yet the food also contains the essence of other influences such as Georgia, the Carolinas and St. Louis. Anything you order is phenomenal and I believe that is due to the fact that almost everything is homemade in house and with a true love for the BBQ craft. The pulled pork melts in your mouth and the brisket can compete with the best Texas brisket out there. My daughter had the burger (which I tasted) and I couldn't believe the flavor. The sides were amazing to say the least, from the baked beans and baked potato salad to the homemade mac 'n cheese and green beans. There are even more side options available and I'm certain they are just as good, we were just to full to enjoy them. And I cannot forget the BBQ sauces, made in house from the owners recipes. I recommend the Dixie Heat, even though the meat truly doesn't need any sauces, they are just a bonus for the taste buds. To be more specific it not just the food, it's also the employees that represent and embody this region. The staff comprises of family and friends. I'm not saying they only hire family and friends, but that is what you become if you work for them. Owner Shannon Vaughn and wife Misty treat everyone, employee and customer, like family and long standing friends. It's like they welcome you into their home for a good family meal. They are very proud of what they do, and have plenty of BBQ competition awards displayed in the restaurant to backup the amazing food. As well, they put back into the community, feeding and contributing to first responders and military. This establishment represents Southern Hospitality and Class. I highly recommend dining with them and make sure to take your friends and family. read more

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Food is very tasty. Service is fast and friendly. The pulled pork is wonderful even without the sauces. Love the baked beans too. Great for take out or eat in. Family atmosphere. read more

Great small hole in the wall place.. large parking lot, small inside seating, has easy drive in window.... everything here is down home homemade from what I can see.... Make it a stop for some real BBQ!!! .... MTTS 2022 read more

Their prices are way to high here for the amount of food they give. The lady at the register didn't even tell me the price of the food until I paid and I told her I would've never bought that if I knew it would be so high read more

Bare Bones BBQ - This cost 15.50 and dude put way too much ice in my drink. - Barbeque Near Me - Kingsport, Tennessee

This is a great little restaurant. They have delicious food (burgers and bbq are my favs). The people who work there are kind and the service is great. This place is a hidden jewel. Give them a try. read more

After living in Maryland and Texas for a combined total of 53 years, we have eaten a lot of BBQ... A LOT! In fact, some of the very best BBQ there is... or so we thought... until we stopped at this little hidden gem, BARE BONES BBQ, while we were on a "Framily" bike trip from Maryland to Pigeon Forge... and let me tell ya... the 6 of us unanimously concluded that we have never had BBQ so good... literally... like ever! Their pulled pork (one of our favorite things to eat) was legitimately paradise in your mouth! We could have each polished off a pound of their potato salad, beans, and macaroni and cheese. The cole slaw was incredible as a side and on the pulled pork. Their 5 different sauces were outstanding! They also had this amazing pulled pork nacho concoction... I thought I died and went to heaven. Now listen... we don't do a lot of desserts, but their Banana Pudding... I can't even begin to describe the total euphoria that takes place when you eat it. It was so clean and precious in there, and the staff... THE STAFF!!! They weren't even staff... you go in their as customers, but you leave as family. GO THERE! You will not be disappointed! Don't just go, but run there! Lots of love and Happy Eating, From the Harveys, Branans and Johnsons! read more

Bare Bones BBQ - a group of people standing in front of a building - Barbeque Near Me - Kingsport, Tennessee

The owner was so sweet loved this hidden gem had a brisket sandwich with baked beans and baked potato my husband had the pulled pork platter baked beans and coleslaw witch was moist and delicious. For desert we had a chocolate cake with chunky cherry but icing it was like eating the most amazing banana split. read more

My husband and I love the bbq here. We have it almost every Saturday. If I dont have it with him he has it. I like the sides too. The staff is understanding and friendly. The burgers are yummy. But the pulled pork is our favorite you get a generous portion. read more

The food at this place was delicious. We had ribs, brisket, cole slaw, potato salad, and banana pudding. It was all homemade and very good. The staff was very friendly. We were the only ones eating in, but they did a lot of take out orders through a drive through window. Would definitely recommend it! read more

Family trip- tired BBQ, Smoked bologna sandwich, bbq nachos- sides- potato salad, slaw and beans! All were great! Fun simple atmosphere! Will be back!! read more

If you are in the mood for the best barbecue you have ever had (literally award winning) and the most sincere hospitality you could get, you MUST stop at Bare Bones BBQ. Everything we ordered from the brisket to the ribs to the pulled pork was phenomenal. The family running the BBQ was so attentive, always asking if they could get us anything and with a huge smile. If we are traveling by again in the future, there is no doubt we will be coming back! read more

The food is always fresh and delicious. Tired the roast beef sandwich special tonight, it was just as good as grandmas. Thick sliced roast beef, homemade mashed potatoes and gravy. DELICIOUS! read more

Wonderful family owned restaurant. Everthing done inhouse. Pulled chicken is one of the best I've had. Specials are very tasty too. Can't go wrong. read more

Highly recommend! -bbq burger- The pork has the perfect amount of smoke, flavor n moistness Without barbecue sauce, or any of the extra spices. If you like a plate too big for your appetite, here it is. read more

BBQ was great. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Will go here again next time I'm in the area..

Great food! Excellent service. Friendly staff. The bbq is great and so are the burgers. The pasta salad is addictive! And the desserts... oh my! They are a must! read more

Called and ordered two brisket dinners for pick-up. Went thru Drive-thru, great service and very nice people. Got home with food and was more than impressed with size of servings. Had Brisket, bbq beans and coleslaw, Texas toast. Best brisket ever eaten ever, have eaten a lot of brisket. All the food was very good and genuinely homemade. read more