Best barbecue I've had and the service was amazing! Well worth the price and great experience overall.

Did not disappoint. Ribs & brisket seasoned and cooked perfectly. Greens seasoned, cooked excellent. Blueberry cornbread delicious. The line is long but the wait is worth it and moves fast. The staff was nice and efficient. The restaurant is small so getting it to go works best but it's clean and comfortable. This is the best BBQ in Sacramento. No question. read more

Had a chance to try this fabulous BBQ. Brisket, Ribs, Sausage was all great, as well as the sides of Baked Beans, Mac n Cheese, and Slaw. Blueberry cornbread was heavy on blueberries but was quite tasty. The 2 standouts to me, were the Banana Pudding and surprisingly, the Turkey. The Turkey was ll I mp, juicy and more tasty than any Turkey I have ever had . Service was friendly and prompt. It isnt a large area to sit and eat, and with the short window of operational hours, the Restaurant lends itself more to an an order to go kind of place read more

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My friends wanted to go to Belly after one of them attended the recent Yelp event, so we came here bright and early Saturday from Sac to get our BBQ on. Before they even suggested coming here, I'd been craving pulled pork and Belly definitely does it justice. I got the one meat platter, which comes with your choice of meat, 1 side, white bread slices and pickles and pickled onion on the side. The pulled pork was so flavorful, I didn't even want the BBQ sauce after a few dunks! The smokiness of the pork came through nicely and the BBQ sauce overpowered the flavor so I put my cup of sauce aside and let the homemade flavors shine. I liked the coleslaw too, it's vinegar-based and seasoned nicely. I got blueberry cornbread as an extra side and it was amazing. Next time I come, I'm gonna get extra for my mom, it melts in your mouth and would be great as dessert or breakfast also. My friends shared the 4-meat platter and ate everything. They also agreed that the meat doesn't need sauce and enjoyed their collard greens and baked beans. My friend and I got sweet tea and it hit. The only thing I'd suggest is asking if guests would like ice in their sweet tea as mine was just above room temp. From the customer service to the menu, Belly knows how to do it right; guests were lined up out the door but the organized menu layout and ordering process made things move quickly. We lined up before doors opened and were greeted by the owner as we walked in, love that welcoming vibe! There is a water station near the front door when you walk in and BBQ sauce, napkins, utensils and to-go boxes in a stand near the register. Belly shares a parking lot with multiple businesses including Mylapore and a coffee shop. Thank you, we'll be back. read more

The hubster and I FINALLY made it to Belly Barbeque! I was so sad to have been out of town for the Yelp Elite Event here. We stopped by yesterday and the line was crazy, so we decided to come today before they opened. Was there still a line before they opened? Yes. We waited about 40 minutes...but it was worth it! We ordered the Feeds 2-3 Tray that comes with 1/2 lb of Brisket, 1/2 lb of Port Ribs, 1/4 lb of Turkey Breast, two sides (we chose baked beans and cheesy grits), and a dessert (we chose chess cake). You can smell Belly Barbecue's deliciousness from outside and once you walk in that only intensifies! Everything is cooked to mouth-watering perfection! Their portions are ample. There is plenty to share and the 2-3 platter will feed our family for two sittings. The hubster and MIL raved about their baked beans and I was in heaven with the cheesiness of the grits...YUM! Also, the option today for the blueberry cornbread was fabulous! Their servers are friendly, work hard, and deliver up the smiles. Inside there are seating options for small and medium sized groups. We took ours home to eat and the food traveled excellently! Please note Belly Barbecue does have limited days and hours, so plan accordingly and do not let the lines discourage you if you arrive early enough...you will leave fed, happy, and satisfied! Thank you Belly Barbecue for your exquisite nosh! My palate and belly are exceedingly happy and you WILL see us again...VERY soon!!! read more

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I was finally able to try them out since I was already in the area. I heard they can get busy fast so I was there at 10:30 roughly 30 minutes before opening. There was already someone else first in line waiting which wasn't bad until right before opening when a bunch of their friends showed up and essentially skipped the line that got much longer as time went on. This is nothing against the business but it was annoying since they took longer to order because what started as 1 person in line before me at 10:30 turned into a group of 5 or 6 as the restaurant opened. However, even with that slight annoyance, the food and service were good. I'll admit that I was a little skeptical after seeing some pictures online about the portions that looked smaller but they actually looked bigger in person. I ordered a beef rib as well as the 2-3 person tray and added a sausage to try almost everything since I'm never in that area and wasn't sure if I'd be back anytime soon. Most of the meat was good flavor wise but I'll admit the pork ribs and beef rib were tougher for me to chew compared to other places. There were plenty of leftovers as I only tried a few bites of everything before packing it up and bringing it back to my family. My biggest issue with this place, as well as most other BBQ places in the Sacramento area, is their pricing. One single beef rib was $40 and the tray for 2-3 people was $55. The sausage was $7 so I spent over $100 to try a little bit of everything. Meanwhile, at somewhere else like Bear West BBQ, I could get a 4 meat tray with 2 sides and cornbread for less than $40. Speaking of cornbread, I'm surprised it wasn't included with any of the trays here although I got a piece of blueberry cornbread in substitution for one of their desserts which was nice of them to let me do. Another annoying issue is they're only open for a few hours from late morning to early afternoon Friday through Sunday. I'm sure they make enough money during those limited hours based on the overwhelming hype and support I've seen for them online. But if you aren't there well before they open, expect to wait in a ridiculously long line with the risk of certain items running out. Overall, I'd say I enjoyed the food I had here. However, between the higher prices, long lines and limited hours, I probably won't be in a rush or make a special trip just to come back here. I might just stick with a single item plate next time after being able to try almost everything else today and not needing to do that again in the future. read more

Belly Barbecue - Beef rib, pork ribs, brisket, turkey, blueberry cornbread, beans, Mac and bread. - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

Amazing BBQ with top notch customer service. The owner took time out of his busy day to come over and check on how our visit was. It was super a super genuine interaction and I can't say how much I hope his business succeeds going forward. My dad and I made the 30 minute drive to Belly BBQ. We were looking forward to this meal all day. It did not disappoint! Totally exceeded my expectations. Their menu is straightforward. You've got your meats, sides and a couple desserts. Their 3 day hours of operation schedule allow for them to focus on perfecting their craft, and it's working. Line took about 20 minutes to get to the front. But the food was absolutely worth the wait. The Mac and cheese here was phenomenal. Not just creamy and cheesy but the flavors were deep and rich. The cheesy grits hit the high mark for me. I had only eaten grits once before and wasn't very impressed. The grits at Belly BBQ however changed my whole perspective on the classic southern dish. I'm craving some now and will be ordering the grits with every future visit. The BBQ here is done perfectly. We got the 2-3 person tray which was $55. Came with pork ribs, brisket, smoked turkey and the two sides I mentioned earlier. We also added two spicy sausages. This was a ton of food. Everything was delicious. I especially loved the smoked turkey. It was so bomb. Place is relatively small. Most people got their orders to go. No TV's, tables were very clean. The one bathroom they have was clean as well. I'll be back to have my fiancee try it and my dad has already volunteered to join us. It was a nice lunch with my pops, I'm glad Belly BBQ was able to deliver on the great food. read more

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Believe the hype! This is easily some of the best barbecue you can get in the greater Sacramento area. From the crack of the sausage casing to the, perfect amount of tenderness on the ribs to the moistness of the brisket this is barbecue done right. There was a line out the door but things moved quickly. It took us maybe 15 minutes to reach the front of the line and it was only another minute or two before we had our food. The interior is sparsely decorated hut is buzzing with energy. Happy customers and helpful staff create a great vibe. I will absolutely be back. read more

Belly Barbecue - Ribs, spicy sausage and briscuit - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

We tried it for the first time this weekend. There was a line and about a 25 minute wait. It felt like it went quick and it was worth the wait. We ordered the tray for 2-3 Order of Mac n cheese, cornbread and lemon pound cake. The ribs and brisket were both tender and had lots of flavor. We will definitely come back. They were out of links and I will come back. read more

I have heard good things about this place for a while and finally had a chance to check it out. They are only open Friday through Sunday from 11 AM to around 2 or 3 PM, but the wait was definitely worth it. We ordered the Tray for 2-3, which comes with 1/2 pound of brisket, 1/2 pound of pork ribs, 1/4 pound of sliced turkey, two sides, and a dessert for $55. The sliced turkey was moist and flavorful. The pork ribs were very good as well, and the brisket was my favorite. For the sides, we ordered the cornbread and mac and cheese. The cornbread was pretty standard, next time I might upgrade to the blueberry cornbread. The mac and cheese was very good, much better than a basic mac and cheese you get at some other places. The tray was very filling and easily fed me, my wife, and my son. They also offer a variety of sauces that you can try. My wife liked their mild sauce, while I preferred the sweet barbecue sauce. Although the meats were very good, even without the sauces. The atmosphere is nice and relaxed, and the staff are friendly and helpful. I'll be coming back here again. read more

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We found this place while doing our blood work from Quest next door. When we went, their brisket was sold out so we were bummed that we didn't get to try one of their best popular meat. We end up ordering the tray with pork ribs, beef ribs, turkey, mac and cheese, blueberry cornbread, and a chocolate cookie. Our favorites were the beef ribs and blueberry cornbread. The beef ribs fall off the bone and the cornbread was super moist inside and not dry at all. Staffs were all super friends and helpful. read more

Belly Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

Stopped by Belly Barbecue in Folsom around noon on a busy weekend. The place is small and fills up fast--the line was out the door when we arrived--but it moved quickly, and we found a table easily once we had our trays. We ordered the pork ribs, pork belly, and brisket, and all three were excellent. The ribs had great flavor and tender texture, the pork belly was rich and well-smoked, and the brisket was juicy with solid smoke. Sides were strong too--mac and cheese was creamy and very good (our 5-year-old loved it and finished his ribs quickly), and the slaw was fresh and crunchy. read more

Belly Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

I finally got to try Belly BBQ. The store is a decent size and staff was super friendly. The owner even came out to greet us and ask us about the food. I got the Serves 2-3 and it definitely made all 3 of us content with the add on of a sausage. The store itself got super busy right when it opened at 11am so I can see it is a crowd favorite. Brisket - I got all fatty and would definitely recommend that route! It was tender Pork belly - held its shape, good smoke, and good flavor Sausage - I got the regular since I don't like spice and it was a bit dry. It had a decent smoke flavor but did not stand out. Pork Rib - the crust was a tad salty. It was also a little dry and tough. Pecan Bar - sweet, buttery pecan flavor. Felt one dimensional Overall, it was not bad but would not go out of my way to get it again. I would want to give it a solid 3.5 stars if I could. read more

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This has become my son's favorite BBQ place in a 50mile radius. And since he prefers not to eat alone, I love tagging along. The brisket was perfect, the Mac and cheese was good and the cornbread was very good. The line can be long when they first open, but the service line is very efficient and they get through the line quickly. The portion size is just about absolutely perfect. I ordered the tray for one with mac & cheese as my side and ordered an extra piece of cornbread. The key here is to eat and get out since there are usually people waiting for your table. If you're coming here to sit and talk with friends for a while, this probably is not the place for you. read more

Belly Barbecue - "Tray for 1" with brisket, side of macaroni and cheese and an extra piece of cornbread. - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

Drove all the way across the county (!) to try Belly Barbecue in Folsom. Arrived just before closing 2pm today, Friday. All the proteins were available, and 8 of 10 sides. My to-go order was brisket with a side of coleslaw. At home, food tasted fresh and so delicious. Will definitely return to explore the rest of the menu. read more

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Found out about this place on social media. Besides Tank House, I haven't found good bbq in Sacramento so I had to try out Belly bbq. We tried it all. Ribs, turkey, sausage (regular and spicy), pork belly, brisket, collards, Mac n Cheese, beans, cornbread (regular and blueberry), and the coleslaw. Everything was delicious. Meat were juicy and flavorful. Sides were all good but the collards and blueberry cornbread were exceptional. The staff was friendly and attentive. The owner even stopped by our table to thank us for coming in. Overall experience was 9/10 and the only thing preventing a 10/10 was I can't stay there forever I will say, get there early because the line is crazy and the meats are served until sold out. A Sacramento (Folsom) gem! read more

Belly Barbecue - Everything - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

Belly has usurped the crown of top BBQ in Northern CA. I smoke quite a bit of meat myself, and I can tell when a restaurant is doing things the hard (correct) way. Our group got a big platter of every meat, and while everything was delicious, to keep my BBQ reviews consistent, I will focus on just the brisket. They appear to be doing the "Goldees Method", meaning that they rest their briskets in an Alto Sham warmer for a long period of time wrapped in foil with rendered tallow. Both the lean and fatty slices were perfect. Perfect tenderness, no trace of dryness, fat cap was perfectly rendered, and the bark was a delicious balance of meat, salt, pepper and smoke. I usually nit pick restaurants that I would want a bit more black pepper, but I did not get that urge this time. They have very limited hours, but I appreciate the fact that the owner is presumably doing this to ensure quality. I am already thinking of how I can plan a trip to come back with my family, so they qualify for my rare 5 star review! read more

Belly Barbecue - Beef ribs, sausage, brisket, spare ribs, turkey (buried under the ribs) and pork belly. - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

Drove here from Elk Grove, worth the drive. Everything we ordered was on point. Perfect smoke flavor, moist and tender. The pickles are home made too! Arrived at 11:20am. Line out the door. Small dining area that was full by the time we got inside. Tables started to clear up by the time we ordered the food. Line died down by 12:00 and it wasn't as packed. Next time we will show up after 12. The owner , Marcus, is a great guy. Always greeting his customers and is an artist with his smoker. He has more loyal customers here. read more

Belly Barbecue - Beef short rib, brisket, pork belly, pork rib, greens, mac n cheese, cheesy grits, lemon pound cake and banana pudding. - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

Wooohooo!!! Amazing bbq!!! So glad I got the chance to try them out. I've been wanting to try Belly BBQ since I moved to the area. Only open Friday - Sunday. They typically sell out quick and get really busy for lunch so make sure to come early. My husband and I shared the BBQ tray for 2-3 ppl. Came with 1/2 pound brisket, 1/4 pound turkey, 1/2 pounds pork ribs and 2 sides which we got Mac and cheese and cornbread and also came with your choice of dessert. Options were a pecan bar or lemon pound cake, which we opted for a lemon pound cake. BBQ was just amazing no need to for sauce, that good. But if you want sauce they got it. Regular, sweet and a spicy bbq sauce. Mac and cheese was cheesy, creamy and packed with flavor. Good cornbread. And their lemon pound cake was so moist and soft. This entire meal was $55 plus tax and worth it. We'll definitely be coming back again. read more

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The place is suffering from an overall lack of curb appeal. The name isn't great...the restaurant storefront looks simply and plain and when you step in the place seems fine and basic but standard for a bbq spot. The food however is really spectacular. I had the plate with one protein and a side. I chose brisket and Brunswick stew. And both were 10 out of 10 in terms of quality and texture and flavor. Seriously excellent food. This place is far better than it appears and does the one thing that matters most...the food...in fantastic fashion. I'll be back, I'll bring friends and family, and I'll help spread the word! read more

BEST SOUTHERN BBQ IN NORCAL. Hidden gem. AMAZING FOOD. Kind service with that true Southern hospitality. 3 of us were dining and got a pound of brisket, 1/2 lb of pork ribs, and a 1/4 lb of turkey with a side of blueberry cornbread, mac n cheese, and slaw! I will be sprinting back here. The owner was just rounding on people. The whole place is just a vibe. Pick up your keys and drive to Folsom baby!! read more

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Best BBQ spot in the greater Sacramento area possibly norcal and possibly all of California. No one even comes this close to Texas BBQ not even Texas itself. Great brisket smoked to perfection, corn bread soft and moist not dry what so ever, the Brunswick stew mixed with the cornbread is amazing. Other than the amazing food the customer service is overall great, to simply put it "southern hospitality". Me and the family will be coming here as much as we can since we drove an hour to be here and not even the slightest of disappointment. Wish I got a pic of the plate but the plate was devoured too fast. read more

Belly Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

Finally landed the elusive $40 beef rib. I wish I could still eat this much. Got it warm, smokey, and perfectly cooked HUGE fall off the bone rib. DELICIOUS. Added plus, first time in the restaurant....service is amazing! read more

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Tried it again and the food does not disappoint. Beef rib and brisket were juicy. Worth the price. The sides aren't for me. I tried the Cole slaw and Mac. I'll pass. It's not nasty. Just not for me. Vinegar Cole slaw and Mac had a more Smokey cheese taste. read more

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It's all in the brisket! Preferably the fatty brisket! You don't need a knife to cut it. The flavor, the juiciness, and the tenderness are what sets it apart from other BBQ places. We were originally confused with the plate for one. That's mostly my fault because I thought you got a half a pound of everything there. No worries because all I wanted was the brisket anyways. LOL So much so that we ordered another half a pound of brisket. The stew and the grits were equally delicious. Whoever said we should mix the two is really onto something. So thank you to that fellow Yelper. They are only open Friday through Sunday and there's no outside seating so since we had our pups with us, we ate in the car and devoured every last bit. read more

So good there was a line at 12 o'clock on a Saturday on a holiday weekend out of the door for about an hour. And it was like 72 people there and the food is so good if I could go there every day I would. It is called belly because it is so good you want it in your belly I ate so much but I was full and I couldn't stop eating it read more

Found another gem for meat lovers. Every bite was amazing, filling and makes you smile. It can be just the fattylicious meat but still it can make a bad weather or day, felt the finest. And yup thumbs up on costumer service. read more

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Service is a 10/10. Everyone was sooooo nice. 7/10 Sauces we really good The rest 1/10 - I must have caught them on a bad day. Meat (Ribs) was salty nearing pickling saltiness. Tried the one and could not eat the other. Cornbread was flat not a soft fluffy version that usually is Cornbread especially for extra price. Mac and cheese taste like there was onion and garlic cooked in it an had a smoke aroma. read more

Belly Barbecue - Feed 1 Tray - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

My fiancée and I shared the 2-3 person platter and the food lived up to all the hype! The turkey was very juicy and flavorful. We loved the blueberry cornbread and pecan bar for our sweet treats. The owner was great. He came out to greet us and the other tables. Would definitely come back again next time we're in the area read more

Belly Barbecue - 2-3 person platter - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

BEST American BBQ in Folsom (or dare I say in the Sacramento!). We heard so many good things about Belly BBQ and they were all true! We tried almost everything on the menu and they were all very tasty. Don't forget to get the pickled onion to cut the heaviness of the meat. Everytime we had guests coming to Folsom, we always went here when the restaurant is open (they only open on the weekends: Friday to Sunday). All our guests agreed that Belly BBQ is a legit delicious BBQ place! One time, the chef (who was very friendly and humble) greeted us and we 'complained' on the restaurant's limited opening hours but also praised him on how good everything was! The next time we visited again, he still remembered us! - brisket: my favorite! The meat was always tender. The char gave smoky flavor to the meat. The burnt ends were very good - not too burnt but had intense smokiness. - pork ribs: yum! The meat was tender and the rub spices seeped through the meat. - sausage: I usually avoid ordering sausage at BBQ place but their sausage was super good! Full of meat, intense flavor, smoky, and perfectly cooked. - coleslaw: if you like peppery coleslaw and not slathered with mayo, this would be perfect. For me, it was a bit too peppery but I still order it every time I came here. - cornbread: our favorite sides. It actually tasted like corn and always moist. - collard green: perfectly cooked & not mushy. The tangy soup cuts the heaviness from the meat. - cheesy grits: very creamy and cheesy! I don't really like grit but this one was very good. - pumpkin pie: creamy pie with full of pumpkin flavor. The crust was crispy and good thickness to hold the pie filling. read more

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We attended a family event that ordered catering from here, so my review is limited to the food. The eats-- Brisket--tender & smoky, slices from the point & flat made for deliciously fatty & lean cuts Chopped Pork--moist & soft with smokiness Pork Ribs--ate clean off the bone Mac N Cheese--seasoned flavorfully vs just tasting cheesy Baked Beans--cooked well, not cloyingly sweet, had some savoriness Barbecue Sauce--didn't use any myself because the meat was so good, but the mister said it was tasty Everyone happily ate up! The food definitely satisfied with its authentic bites of tender, smokey meats & tasty sides! read more

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You don't have to travel to Texas to enjoy fantastic barbecue. Recommended by a coworker, Belly's gave me one of the best barbecue experiences I have had in the Sacramento area. I came with a large group and ordered the 2-3 plate, which comes with three meats, two sides, and a dessert. I chose the brisket, pork ribs, and turkey, with a side of spicy sausage added on. For sides, I went with the mac and cheese and cornbread. The brisket was incredibly tender with a beautiful smoke ring that packed so much flavor. The pork ribs were another highlight, cooked perfectly with just the right amount of bite. The turkey was juicy and lighter in flavor, and I kept thinking it would make an amazing sandwich. The sausage was decent, though it was my least favorite of the bunch. The cornbread was soft and moist, while the mac and cheese stood out with a smoky flavor and perfectly cooked al dente pasta. For dessert, we tried the pecan bar and chess cake. I am usually not big on sweets, but both were excellent. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere had that true southern hospitality feel. The owner even stopped by our table and generously offered more chess cake to one of my friends. Belly's is outstanding barbecue at a very reasonable price. I will definitely be back to try the beef ribs. read more

Belly Barbecue - Carving Station - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

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SERVICE: counter style, fast AMBIANCE: clean warm and open FLAVORS: Pork belly (5/5) Brisket (5/5) Spicy bbq sauce (3/5) - tastes like there's Valentina in it?? Somehow doesn't marry well Regular bbq sauce (5/5) PORTIONS: filling and hearty PRICE: appropriate BONUS TIP: SOLD OUT OF beef ribs and collards before noon on Sunday. read more

Belly Barbecue - PAY ATTENTION TO THIS SIGN - tells you what they have, what's out, and what's almost out - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

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Had an amazing meal to go! The team greeted us on entry and was very cordial throughout the ordering & check out process. Beef Rib and brisket were delicious, but my favorite out of the two was the beef rib. Ordered a 6oz. Mac and cheese on the side, and picked up some of their free picked onions and pickles- wonderful pairing with the meat. The owner Marcus was so gracious and stood by his bbq. I highly recommend this place. Only good bbq in Sacramento county. I didn't dine in and although it was cozy, there was a good amount of seating. read more

Belly Barbecue - Beef Rib and Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

a bit of preface to my review, I had seen Belly in an Instagram post and immediately became a follower sight unseen. They started with an invitation only "soft opening" which I didn't make. Belly was still on my radar,but I kept hearing things like major lines and running out of food. The lines can be a good sign but as this restaurant can be a 40 minutes drive from my house I would have to wait. It took almost a year but my dutiful girlfriend said we could go to Belly Barbecue if I went with her to get her nails done. I happily complied as the restaurant was a stones throw from the nail salon. The menu was very simple an uncomplicated, something I truly enjoy. They had a few choices, there were the staples you could order individually, like Beef or Pork Ribs, Brisket, Pork Belly, sausages and Turkey and the combination platters like the feeds 1 with 1/2lb Pork Ribs OR Turkey OR plus $2 more for 1/2lb brisket feeds (which is what I got) and so forth. I got the brisket and the Mac and Cheese on the side, my girlfriends got the pork belly. The brisket was amazing and so was the Pork Belly which I tried from my girlfriends plate. My Mac and Cheese side was great as well, making me anxious to try all the various meats and sides. Do I dare proclaim (as others have already echoed) a new Barbecue champ in the Sacramento area, I say yes. One postscript, no soon had I finished my first plate then I got back in line for a to-go order for the Feeds 2 to 3 1/2 lb Brisket 1/2 lb Pork Ribs 1/4 lb Turkey Breast 2 sides Dessert . Can't wait to come back. read more

I think my initial takeaway is that while I normally wouldn't gravitate towards turkey outside of Thanksgiving, the tender love and care this place put into their bird was surprising. I might go so far as to say it was the best thing we ate. We had plate for 2-3 people adding sausage and pork belly. Both of which were really outstanding. For side dishes they were all very good but the beans were a star. This is more of a sold out show that is also a delightful meal, so if you plan to go show up early for parking/ line waiting. This place deserves its 5 stars, only because we can't give them 6 or 7. read more

Belly Barbecue - Beans, collard greens, brisket, pork ribs, pork belly, turkey, mac and cheese. - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

Mom wanted brisket. So I had to do some research into where to get some good brisket and Belly kept coming up. So we made the plan to order for pickup but unfortunately that was offline. Onto the backup plan and we drove up to Folsom from Natomas and got there in time for opening on Sunday. We got the parking lot 5 minutes after they opened and there was already a line to the door. The line moved pretty quickly. We went for 2 of trays that feed 2-3 people, a beef rib and the spicy sausage. For the sides we got corn bread, the beans, the Brunswick stew and the cheesy grits. For dessert we got the pecan pie and banana pudding. The restaurant is not very big but there were plenty of tables if you wanted to eat there. The staff were very helpful and their system is efficient. Now for the food- at first I was a little shell shocked at the price but after having consumed most of everything, it was worth it! We were eating family style so they offered to put everything in one tray for us. I'm always a fan of pork ribs and brisket but the real star for me was the beef rib. It was huge and juicy and meaty! The brisket was great and the pork ribs were tender and tasty, I didn't even need any sauce. As for the sides, my husband wasn't a fan of the grits just because they were alot more coarse than he expected. The beans and the Brunswick stew were big hits but the corn bread was a little dry for my taste. I am for sure going to be coming back for more beef ribs! read more

Belly Barbecue - 2 of the 2-3 meat trays, 1 beef rib and 1 spicy sausage. - Barbeque Near Me - Folsom, California

I almost didn't want to post a review on this place--not because it isn't amazing, but because I don't want the line to get any longer when I go. But truthfully, they have the best BBQ I've ever had in California. The inside of Belly BBQ is clean and well lit and not too hot which can be an issue in some BBQ places. I went with my friend and we got the tray that feeds 2-3 people. If you go with someone with a big appetite, order your own tray because you'll regret not having any leftovers! Now let's talk about the food--everything was flavorful and delicious from the brisket to the greens to the beans. If I had to choose one thing I wasn't raving about, it would be the mac and cheese, I like more of a baked mac and cheese, but that's just my personal preference. The staff were super friendly and the owner even came out and spoke to everyone to thank them for coming. Everyone that works here did a great job making sure you felt welcome from the time you came in to the time you left. I'll definitely be back!! read more

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Totally amazing place and food. Loved it all. The cornbread, Mac and cheese and collard greens were so delicious. We got the tri-tip, ribs and sausage. It was so delicious. Staff was very well organized and friendly. Owner came to check in on us while we were eating. We totally loved the experience and will definitely want to visit them again. read more

WHY WE WENT HERE: - lunch - fiance can't pass up an opportunity for brisket THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located in a plaza off Prairie City Rd and Willard Dr - the logo is very interesting (modern/minimal); if it didn't have BBQ in the name, I wouldn't have thought it was a BBQ spot THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - small but busy! - you fall in line to order and either dine-in or take it to-go - when you're in line you'll see on the wall a traffic light indication of the menu items; it shows what's available, running low, or what they're out of - it's almost cafeteria line-esque; once you're up you tell them what you're ordering; it's a carving station, then sides served up, and ends ultimately with the cashier to pay THE MENU: - protein - sides - dessert - trays WHAT WE ORDERED: - feeds 2-3 tray with mac n cheese and collard greens and chess cake (I wasn't sure if it's a misspelling that's meant to be cheesecake? or if it's really chess cake) - beef rib tray with baked beans and cheesy grits and pecan pie bar * you get 2 complimentary original bbq sauce, 2 complimentary spicy bbq sauce, and a mini tray of sliced dill pickles and pickled onions THE TASTE: - brisket - fiance said it was good, he'd get it again - pork ribs - good - turkey - very moist! especially when dipped in the butter sauce - mac n cheese - good, like the seasoning - collard greens - good - chess cake - if it IS a cheesecake, it's very thin and dense, almost has a brownie top; sweet - beef rib - very tender; parts of it the outer part were a punch of salt though - baked beans - different flavor, some of the beans were hard though - cheesy grits - would NOT recommend; almost gray, not fluffy, very gritty - pecan pie bar - super sweet! loved it though! CUSTOMER SERVICE: - great! read more

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