Tried Blue Oak BBQ for the first time and was really excited to check it out. It was pretty busy when I went, but I was still able to find seating easily, and the place had a nice ambiance with both indoor and outdoor options. The service was good, nothing to rave about but everyone was nice. The food, though, didn't quite meet my expectations. The brisket was a bit dry, the tri tip was somewhat chewy, and the mac and cheese was surprisingly watery. The chili was also kind of cold, which made it hard to enjoy. That said, not everything missed, the wings were really good, and the smoked chicken stood out with super crispy skin while staying juicy inside. I also liked the slaw. Overall, it felt a bit overpriced for what you get because of the portion size (my total came out to around $75 for two 3 meat plates and smoked wings during happy hour). I'm glad I gave it a try, but it's probably not somewhere I'd go back to. read more

The service was excellent here. So nice and friendly. The food was excellent here. The chicken was bbq'd perfectly and the sauce was delicious. Finished it off with a nice desert of banana pudding and it was a very pleasant meal. The place was loud but not crazy and very good for a group. read more

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The location and ambiance of blue oak is lovely! I had great service, the cashier was so sweet and super patient with my family as we were having a hard time deciding on what to get since it was our first visit. She even gave us suggestions. Now onto the food I must say I'm not really a fan. The Mac and cheese was super bland and dry, it seems like it was old. The brisket and the wings really didn't have any flavor either. I can say the brisket was slightly tender. My dad ordered the creamed spinach, chicken and the ribs. He loved the creamed spinach but the ribs wasn't to his liking, they tasted like they were oven baked then maybe thrown on the grill for a couple minutes. The chicken leg & thigh were slightly dry but they were decent sizes! The smoked peach cobbler and ice was delicious! I didn't have many peaches which I'm okay with because i prefer the crust on pies. That ice was just a extra touch i didn't know i needed! Overall my visit here was not bad i suggest everyone try it out and see how you like it. But i personally wouldn't return. read more

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A really solid BBQ spot. I tried a pick-3 meat platter with ribs, pulled pork, and brisket. For sides I went with beef fat fries + mac n cheese, and I added cornbread. My wife got a pulled pork sandwich and beef-fat tots. Our dining friends ordered some of the pork cracklings as a shareable side. All in all, the food was outstanding-- the cornbread was absolutely terrific, perhaps the best I've ever had. The mac and cheese is smoky and flavorful. The brisket was tasty, as was the pulled pork. The cracklins were fantastic! While good, the ribs were not particularly outstanding; and some of the pulled pork and brisket was a bit fattier than I prefer, but not terribly so. In short, very good if not absolute best BBQ I've ever had. But good enough I'd return. Clean, large space with some great drink specials and options as well (it looks like). Prices roughly what you'd expect for quality meat in 2025 with all our current economic issues entail. It's self-serve, but they do drop your plates. read more

Blue Oak BBQ - -Pulled Pork Sandwich + -Beef Fat Tots - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

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I chose Blue Oak as my new dining experience out this week. I've been curious to try it since it opened as it came pretty hyped up and I love bbq. This restaurant is located in the trendy and flashy MidCity development. I imagine it's a popular place to go before a visit to the Orion Amphitheater. It has a sort of sports bar / juke joint type of feel. As with many other businesses in MidCity, there's street parking nearby, with the caveat that you MUST back into a spot or risk a ticket. I chose instead to park in the larger lot in front of the development and walk over since spaces are limited and I didn't feel like maneuvering my car that carefully. There was no wait when I arrived for a later lunch. One sign directed me to counter service and another option for full service was also on display. I chose counter to be lower maintenance; that seems to be the choice of most. There's a nice large bar near the entrance and an open-air patio. The menu is on a few screens on the wall. I had a bit of a hard time seeing without my glasses but I managed. The young women working at the counter were very pleasant and made nice small talk. They have a few daily specials and then a bunch of consistent bbq staples. I ordered the pulled pork plate with fries and garlic macaroni and cheese. I was somewhat disappointed to find they do not offer Coke Zero here, only Diet Coke. I got my number and found a spot. Not too many spots for parties less than four, but I didn't feel bad at a 4-top since it wasn't busy. I used the restroom while I waited and found it very clean with nice, private stalls. Three bbq sauces awaited me on the table. One was a sort of spicy Carolina sauce, another was their standard sauce, and the last was a jerk bbq sauce. The Carolina sauce wasn't particularly spicy and was so incredibly watery it was hard to use without dousing your entire plate with it. The standard sauce was just okay; again, too thin and watery for my preference, and also a little too vinegary. I like a sweet Memphis style sauce. The closest to that was the jerk bbq sauce but it had a strong nutmeg/cinnamon flavor to it that was a little off-putting. I didn't particularly care for any of the sauces. The side items, especially the beef fat fries, were pretty good. The fries were hot and crispy and had discernible seasoning (though I wouldn't have been mad at a bit more). The garlic mac and cheese was HEAVY on the garlic and I couldn't eat all of it, but I did enjoy a few bites before it got overpowering. The crumbly breadcrumbs were a nice touch. The pork was...not for me. It featured a lot of burnt ends; I tend to like the interior cuts of meat better. It was decently smoky and tender, but the main problem was it was overwhelmingly greasy and fatty. It bled through the container it was served in and left a gigantic puddle on the paper before it was even placed in front of me. It was practically swimming in it. Greasier than even the fresh fries. Not awesome, especially when you can't find a sauce you like to try to drown it out. I can't say I'd never return, but it definitely won't be on the top of my list. I do appreciate the nice service, clean bathrooms, and tasty French fries. Maybe if there's a next time I'll come on a day when their bbq potato is on special. That's a reliable favorite for me. read more

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Great bbq! The Brussels sprouts are amazing. Cooked perfectly and covered in a delicious, sticky honey sauce. Brisket, pork and chicken hit the spot! Definitely a great stop! read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Beers and a pig sticker... - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

10/10 like always! they have tri tip right now & ITS SO GOOD! the sandwich has a kick to it! read more

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Wow. We visited last night and I have to say this was a treat. We had a Rocket City burger and the chopped brisket. The burger is made from ground brisket. This burger was very flavorful. I love the BBQ sauces on the table so I could try them all. The least expected sauce was my fave. The jerk sauce had a little pineapple twang to it and complimented the burger well. The brisket was tender and really tasty. Next time I'll just get that. Fries and tots fried in beef fat were OK and not a "special" as I wanted them to be. Mac and cheese, as many mentioned did have a strong garlic flavor but my daughter loved it. This is a "stand in line and order, fix your drink at the drink station, take a seat, and they bring in to your table place". Nothing wrong with that. The tea was great too. (a must for a great BBQ place). We did not have dessert but we got to try the smoked peach cobbler next time. I need to try that jalapeno cheddar sausage cornbread I missed too. read more

Some of the best smoked chicken and brisket I have ever had. Tender, delicious, flavorful. The Asian ginger slaw is incredible. The cajuny mac and cheese was basically heaven. And not pictured but get the pork cracklins! read more

Blue Oak BBQ - -Chicken Leg & Thigh --Beef Brisket -Ginger Sesame Slaw -Roasted Garlic Mac & Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

Comfy and airy ambiance! Everything we ordered were delicious: Ribs, baked beans were kickass, pork belly crackling chicharrón Szechuan rub, pickle slices, etc. You can get combo of sweet tea and unsweetened tea, so that it's not too sweet. Service was good! Highly recommend. read more

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Found this recommendation here (thanks, Yelpers!) and stopped by on a Wednesday evening around 6:30. There was a good crowd of diners, several at the bar watching sports in the big screens, and a few people in line. Atmosphere is lively, with music and the noise of diners talking and eating. It's counter service, delivered to your table. I decided to try something different for me: an order of 5 dry-rub smoked wings ($9) and a bowl of brisket and sausage gumbo ($10). I grabbed my fountain drink and chose a table, and my order took less than 10 minutes to arrive. The wings were delicious, not overly meaty and full of flavor. I liked the Alabama white sauce that came along for dipping, as well as a few pieces of celery. Five was the perfect amount,, but you can add five more for an extra $9. I also really liked to the gumbo, although it reminded me more of a stew than a gumbo. There was a scoop of rice in the middle and diced green onions on top, but it didn't quite have that dark roux flavor I expect in a gumbo. Nonetheless, it was still delicious and I ate every bite. I'd read on Yelp that the biggest complaint here are the flies, and that is the truth. They're really kind of everywhere and certainly annoying. I noticed several unwiped tables around me, and that could be part of it. I would come back here again and next time, I plan to order the smoked peach cobbler. read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Smoked wings ($9) - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

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Ordered their Two meat plate with Brisket and house made green onion sausage link. Ordered brussel sprouts on the side and broccoli cheddar soup extra. Cheddar was not completed melted in the soup and lumped up. Soup was also salty. Brussel sprouts were perfectly roasted and smothered with a sweet sauce. I loved every bit of them. Coming to the Brisket, it melted in my mouth. It was fatty and delicious! Definitely one of the best I ever tried. Onion sausage was satiating and well made. read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Two meat plate - Brisket and House made green onion sausage link - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

Turkey was especially delicious. It was the most delicious in this city. Tri-Tip was also delicious. read more

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Food was fair at best nachos with brisket or the lack of and no cheese. The Tri-tip was very tough and no flavor. The A/C was not working and it was only 84 degrees outside, for this location it is a disappointing. read more

Delicious and unique BBQ! Knowledgeable staff, doing a good job describing the different new food options.

This place has the best BBQ menu I've ever seen. The speciality dishes here are insane and the smoked wings are so good

Food is always amazing here!!! I love the special menu that always changes. The Winter Heat Burger, incredible, tator tots are unmatchable and happy hour never disappoints. I've also tried the ribs and they just fell off the bone. Staff is always helpful and friendly. read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Blue oak -Big Ol' BBQ Baked Potato with chopped brisket and bacon - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

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This is definitely a must visit BBQ spot thanks to its great location, easy parking, relaxed vibe, and affordable prices. It is a perfect place for gathering with friends or just unwinding after work. The staff were friendly, and I could really feel the Southern hospitality. I ordered the three meat plate, and the fatty brisket is the way to go, with the pulled pork as a close second. The mac and cheese and baked beans are both solid side dishes. You also do not need any extra sauce for the meat, as it is flavorful and delicious straight from the pit/grill. read more

Loved it. Got the 3 meat platter and it was so tasty. My daughter got a cheeseburger and it was ample. Special kudos to the beef fat fries. Your cardiologist probably doesn't want you to come here every day but every once in a while it would be a yes! I will be back 100%! read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Daughter got the -Classic Cheeseburger - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

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Excellent BBQ all around. The jalapeño cheddar sausage cornbread was out of this world! Mac n Cheese is a heavy on the garlic if you're into that (it works very well). We had pulled pork, sliced brisket, chopped brisket, coleslaw, Mac n cheese, baked beans, jalapeño cheddar sausage cornbread, and mini pulled pork nachos. Going to have to go back and try the turkey when they have it! read more

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Ordered brisket sandwich which comes with one side. I ordered a couple of extra sides. Coleslaw had good consistency, but was not the best flavor, Brisket was dry & disappointing, potato salad was green onion forward, white (no mustard) which is fine, but more on the bland side. Wanted to try the Mac & cheese, but it's garlic flavored- weird. Stick with tradition for southern style food and perfect the flavor & it'll be a hit. No whole/half chicken on menu....why??? I saw woWon't return. read more

Blue Oak is part of the new development of apartments and businesses cropping up around The Orion theater. I really enjoyed the smoke on the brisket, and it was lean with a great crust. The side Mac and cheese was one of the best bbq sides I've ever had! It was creamy with a nice crunch on top-miles above the usual vat-produced cheesy Mac's at other places. The fries were average but I ordered them to try the different bbq sauces they offered. Wasn't thrilled with any of the 3 tableside sauces but I loved their version of white sauce (extra charge unfortunately). It's hard to stand out in bbq, and between the lean brisket and great Mac and cheese, I was impressed. Wish I didn't have to pay extra for the barbecue sauces I wanted though. read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Lean brisket with fries and Mac n cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

This was a first time experience for me and my wife along with our grandson. We happen to visit on Wednesday night and after learning kids eat free on Wednesday I was pleasantly surprised! First off the food was outstanding with the brisket being one of the best I ever had. The sides for all of us were great and I would highly recommend the yams. Overall this place is was outstanding especially with the outside dining option. Try this place as I can promise you will not be disappointed. read more

Our first stop after landing and getting off the plane and it did not disappoint. Upon parking which there is plenty in either the lot on the street. You walk into a counter with a ton of tv menus to order. I will admit I have great version but the tv menus were small to read and a bit difficult with the font selected. We started with an order of smoked wings in their special smoked peach bbq flavor. The wings were amazing and the sauce was sweet and smokey. I ordered the spicy chicken sandwich which had a sweet and spicy glaze, pickles & white bbq sauce served on a toasted sesame bun. I opted to not have the white bbq sauce bc I am not a mayo fan at all. I ordered a side of beef fat tots because you can't go wrong with anything fried in tallow as is has flavor and a perfect crunch. Also ordered the pit viper sandwich which was a spicy jerk pulled pork, slaw, fresh jalapeños. Absolutely delicious and fresh flavored. We opted to sit inside as it was much too hot for their outdoor area even with the fans and shade. Service was great except for when we ordered I asked the girl behind the counter what the white bbq sauce was her response was "idk it's an Alabama thing". Which was not really helpful so we ordered the white sauce on the side. read more

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This has become our new barbecue favorite! I can't begin to explain how amazing this food is! ALL OF IT! The folks are so happy and helpful! And we love that we can watch the games from any TV! PS: GET THE SMOKED PEACH COBBLER! read more

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Wasent happy with my sides. Next time I'll just stick to fries. My BF had Mac and cheese which was very wet/watery. My brussel sprouts were very over glazed, over cooked , and looked burnt. Normally I get coleslaw to play it safe as a side but theirs was very vinegary. I simply shared my BF potato salad with my smoke turkey. I'll go back for sure and try something else. The sandwiches looked really good as filling. read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Smoke turkey, Cole slaw, and asparagus. - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

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Service was polite, food consistent, flavors mild. Overall fine but not special, a fair three-star dinner. read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

We went here for lunch today since we've been wanting to try it. It was late afternoon, so it wasn't too busy. You order then sit. Food came out pretty fast. I ordered the half chicken with tots and coleslaw. I had enough food to bring half home. They had 3 bbq sauces to try. They were ok. I didn't like their jerk one because it had nutmeg or something weird in it. The spicy Carolina was probably my favorite. My husband had the kodi plate and the garlic Mac and cheese and brussel sprouts. His sides were fantastic too. I did think it was a bit expensive. It cost $54 for 2 plates with drinks. And you don't get table service. Yet they still have a tipping option at checkout. I think a little ridiculous. read more

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Great BBQ! Very nice service! Enjoyed the open air restaurant! Great area to walk around afterwards! read more

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Food was good. Service good. The wait, not too bad. The beer is cold and the brisket awesome.

Our first visit to Blue Oak, and looking forward to our next one! Saturday lunch time, the place was busy-- a good sign. I had the brisket (fatty cut) with cole slaw and their popular brussel sprouts. My wife had the tri-tip with roasted potatoes and smoked, yes, smoked zucchini. Thumbs up all around! Finally, a place for good brisket in Huntsville! The brisket was cooked and sliced perfectly, very juicy. The brussel sprouts were outstanding and the cole slaw-- with a ginger sesame dressing-- was killer. But more than the food was the vibe-- the kind of place you want to hang out in all day. Good music, nice interior. We also met Cody, one of the owners, who wasn't just very nice but asked about the food and listened to our feedback. We look forward to going again! read more

Great meats, interesting sides (not just the predictable beans and slaw of some BBQ joints!), and nice sophisticated atmosphere (not a BBQ dive!) in the stylish Mid City development make Blue Oak a good addition to the Huntsville/Madison area. Great imported concept from New Orleans! read more

Some of the best BBQ that I've ever had. The service was extremely quick and the servers and order takers were very courteous. I highly recommend Blue Oak to anyone visiting or living in Huntsville. read more

Blue Oak BBQ - Pulled pork BBQ sandwich with beef tallow fried French fries - Barbeque Near Me - Huntsville, Alabama

Good flavor! I ordered the two meat plate: sliced brisket, turkey, mac and cheese and brisket chili. The meat didn't need BBQ sauce so I didn't try their sauces. The turkey and sliced brisket had great flavor but was served lukewarm. The temp probably helped keep it juicy but it just doesn't hit if it's not hot. Mac and cheese had great flavor but was very soupy, didn't have that cheese pull expected with good mac and cheese. Also wasn't served hot enough. Probably the best menu item I had was the brisket chili. Great flavor, good amount of meat, topped with shredded cheddar and sour cream. I would absolutely return, but hope they serve the food temperature issue. Portions of meat were a little small, but BBQ is not cheap, I get it. I was served quickly with less than a 10 minute wait. Bartender was very pleasant and attentive. read more

My favorite BBQ joint! The food is absolutely divine. Try the chicken and the Brussel sprouts! Their table sauces are amazing. Love the atmosphere. The service was friendly and fast. read more

If I could give this place more stars I would. I ordered their Apple Fried Chicken Bacon maple syrup with Texas toast sandwich and was amazed. One of the best meals I've ever had. I paired it with the fries and creamed spinach. What a meal! The service was great and they had college games playing on a big screen. No better atmosphere! You all rock! Keep it up! read more

Great food, nice staff! I enjoyed the Pit Viper sandwich- just the right amount of heat and great overall flavor.

Absolutely delicious pulled pork barbecue! Laid back atmosphere. Tater tots cooked in beef fat were great. Enjoyed a smoked praline old fashioned that was on point. Great area of the city and the staff were friendly and helpful. read more

Everything I tried here -- meat, sandwich, sides -- was "wow, that's good." Just some really great food. Lovely vibe and patio seating, too.

Came here for the first time a few weeks ago. Sat at the bar the Bartender was excellent, she was on top of it when it. And to her drink knowledge and recommendations. The food was quick to come out and was hot and fresh. Everything tasted great l, the portions were awesome and priced fairly. As I mentioned we sat at the bar and the lay out was pretty good, open you could see outside, there is a walk up bar side outside and outside seating. The place was pretty nice. I recommend it for sure!! read more