Very simple. I love ribs! I have had them all over the country. The BEST RIBS I HAVE EVER EATEN are right HERE @ Charlie K's BBQ. We had them last month and the meat was so tender it fell off the bone. THE BEST!!! Keep doing what you're doing . read more

We had pork and brisket sandwiches. The brisket was tastier than the pork, which was bland. Added sauce helped. Big sandwich. Since takeout, bread may be soggy, but it is nice big Kaiser roll. Easy service and call ahead. Would definitely go back and try the ribs next time. read more

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TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE!!!! Have tried many times to give this place a chance and I give up.... I really wanted it to work, and I had totally eliminated getting the chicken because it was always dry!!! Sides were always bad as well... Tonight we had the pulled pork , the brisket which was the worst I ever had, and for some reason they have to shred it.... When we ordered it we asked if it was sliced because that is how the picture looked like on the site, and they said yes, but it was just like pulled pork, and not sliced the way you usually get brisket..... So after a dozen tries, no more!!! read more

Delicious, incredibly tender ribs and really liked the sauce. Super fast and friendly. Mac and cheese was a huge disappointment, tasted like Stauffers frozen warmed up. read more

The food was amazing and the portions were generous for a good price. This is definitely the place to stop by after a trip to the beach. The service was polite and quick. There wasn't any seating, so plan ahead for that. You just order at the window! read more

Healthiest bbq around. No blood sugar response to meets and bbq sauce. The best staff around

We came here to pick up BBQ meat to make our own sandwiches & dinners. We got half a pound of pulled pork & brisket with sauce on the side. All I have to say is that this BBQ was exceptional! It was sooooo delicious . We also waited for 2 minutes in total time to get this, so very quick & solid service. This is a pick up only place so there isn't any places to sit down & eat, but they do have some benches to sit at while you wait for your order. Cant wait to have more from here on out next trip to the beach. read more

Charlie K's BBQ - Family meal options with sides - Barbeque Near Me - Ocean View, Delaware

So, as easy I can give a bad review to a place the merits it, I will also put up a retraction if the place starts to change my mind. I had Charlie K's at my sisters house for part of the Fathers Day Meal, and I have to say that the Chicken and the Ribs were just amazing.... A night and Day difference from the other 3 or 4 times that I had food from there..... Keep up the good work, Charlie K!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Just finished a brisket sandwich, great stuff. Ordered ahead by phone it was ready when I got there.

I saw an image advertising their prices and I thought for sure that they were outdated. Yet, when we went there for takeout, the prices were in fact accurate. I was originally going to order one rack of ribs to supplement our leftovers that we were going to finish off, but ended up buying a family meal. It consisted of two full racks of ribs, two large sides, and a tray of cornbread. Total: $48 (plus a 50 cent surcharge for using my credit card). We got there a shade after 5:00 on a Friday with no line. It took them less than 5 minutes to prepare our order. As for the food. Ribs were tender and fell off the bone. The barbecue sauce was tangy and tasty. Cornbread was moist. Mac & cheese and cole slaw were average. The cole slaw was finely chopped, which wasn't popular with our group. I also reheated some of the ribs the next morning, and I think I liked it better. Not the best ribs I've had, but it was a good deal and a good experience. I'll try some other sides next time. read more

I love potatoes of any kind. Russet, sweet, fingerling (I f___ing love fingerling potatoes!), red skins. They're all delicious. I tend to like them mashed or roasted, but am also a huge fan of potato salad. CHARLIE K's HAS THE BEST POTATO SALAD IN THE WORLD. I know everyone goes there for the BBQ, but the potato salad is not to be missed. read more

This is our 6th time in Bethany beach, but our first time at Charlie K's. We will definitely be coming back on our yearly trip!!! The people at the counter were extremely nice and attentive. The food itself was amazing! The ribs were so tender they fell off the bone, the Mac and cheese was perfectly creamy and the coleslaw had a nice punch from the vinegar. The brisket, pulled pork and cornbread were phenomenal as well. Side note: I always read the Yelp reviews before going somewhere new. Shame on all the people that complained about not being served when it gets really close to closing. Upon arrival, we learned that EVERYTHING is made fresh daily and once they run out of food, that's it! Everything is made fresh and BBQ takes a long time to cook. If they run out of food, it's because everything has been ordered! Love a good family run business, especially when the food is this good. read more

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The BBQ at Charlie K's is amazing! It doesn't matter if it's brisket, pulled pork, or pit turkey! It's amazing! The staff is always so kind, they always make me laugh! Their Mac and Cheese is phenomenal! read more

I only tried the ribs and they were ok. Staff are super nice. Call ahead and have your food ready for pick up. Very convenient location. read more

Charlie K's BBQ - Menu - Barbeque Near Me - Ocean View, Delaware

The pulled pork sandwich was one of the best I have ever had it was piled high and delicious barbecue sauce on it I highly recommend it

Sandwiches were flavorful and lots of meat. Ribs were a tad salty however fell off the bone hence the 4 rating. Sides were tasty and good portions. read more

Bbq shack in Bethany. Pretty much liked everything I tried. Chicken, brisket, ribs. Cornbread, potato salad, Mac salad, and Mac and cheese. Ribs are saucy and not dry rub. read more

Love, Charlie K barbecue. The 1/2 chicken is perfect as a dry rub. The brisket is tender great pick it up on the way home from the beach quick and easy and delicious. read more

Very expensive for ribs I can't eat because they were too salty. Potato salad was fantastic though.

We have passed this spot many times and motivated by the good reviews on this site we decided to give it a try. The brisket was tasty but sides not so much. Pass on the coleslaw probably the worst we have ever had, baked beans and corn bread were underwhelming. read more

Charlie K's BBQ - Brisket coleslaw baked beans and corn bread - Barbeque Near Me - Ocean View, Delaware

Maybe some of the worst BBQ I have ever had. The brisket was like pulled pork and the ribs were tough and dry! The Mac n cheese was at least a day old. Over all just a really bad experience. read more

Best in Sussex County! Not alway sure if their hours and they do run out because that are so good! read more

Very cool roadside BBQ spot. Quick service, great portions, and even better price. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in the Rehobeth/Bethany area! read more

Great food, reasonably priced. Friendly, knowledgeable, and competent staff. I can never get past the half-chicken platter, it is scrumptious. read more

A great hole in the wall BBQ place right near Bethany Beach. I also had the baked beans and pasta salad. There are picnic tables outside. I wish they had crinkle cut French fries. read more

Charlie K's BBQ - Brisket sandwich and cornbread. - Barbeque Near Me - Ocean View, Delaware

Service is very quick and friendly. Prices are good as well. The BBQ is just okay. It will do the trick if you are looking for cue and do not feel like cooking at home. read more

we had just moved from Texas to Ocean View and tried this in September. We had what was a very dry and not very smokey brisket sandwich. Not tasty smoked bbq. read more

We come to Sea Colony for vacation every year. The first night we arrive, we go to Charlie's BBQ. I love the ribs!! This year, I met Dave, the owner and he showed me how they make their BBQ! If you want some great BBQ, this is the place to go! read more

Great value and homemade taste. Young workers at facility are fast and pleasant. My only complaint was the meat had almost no sauce or flavor. Add a more flavorful sauce and this would have been a five star rating. read more

The food is probably decent but my bf wouldn't know because they charged his card $36 then proceeded to tell him they didn't have chicken or Mac and cheese after the card was ran. A sign or just saying they were out would've been extremely helpful. read more

We got the family meal #2, which is a great deal for a ton of food! It's two racks of ribs, cornbread, and two sides of your choice - we tried the coleslaw and macaroni salad. Everyone gave rave reviews, the ribs were saucy and fall off the bone good. It was super quick to grab & service was nice during pick up. We'll be back! read more

I've driven by this BBQ place 20+ times and finally decided to stop to pickup dinner. I did not anticipate it would take about 15 min just to order, and another 40 min to get my food, so be prepared to wait! The parking lot is very small as well, better park elsewhere. There isn't really anywhere to eat here so we took it to go. The ribs, while cooked perfectly were very salty and smothered in too much sauce--I'd ask for the sauce on the side. The brisket was quite good as well as the potato salad and baked beans. Slaw I wouldn't order again. Overall decent BBQ for this area but nothing I would wait 40 min for again. read more

Just got the brisket but it was very tasty. Bbq sauce was good and the meat wasn't greasy. We got there a half hour before closing and they were out of chicken and ribs. They said to call earlier and you can order them and pick them up later because the do run out. read more

No frills BBQ joint with consistency. Pulled pork, ribs , brisket, and the dirty Dave are all good . We frequent often .

The best BBQ around, without question!! Gotta visit anytime we're nearby. Friendly staff and quick service. Love to call ahead so its ready to go, and bring home enough for the neighbors. Kudos to the staff for executing so well, day in, day out! read more

The kind of place you drive by all the time and think, "We should try that sometime." And you know what? Turn out you should. Good, simple bbq food, great portions for the price. The "Dirty Dave" is a good way to go for pulled pork. Brisket sandwich is also great. read more

Pulled pork was a little dry. Ribs were ok. Barbecue sauce was on the thin side. Cheap

BEST potato salad!!! Enjoyed our ribs too. Wish they were open on Tuesday and Wednesdays.

Garbage tourist food. Expensive, and literally the worst BBQ I've ever had. I feel badly when I see people ordering there in the summer. Tried it twice to be sure it actually sucked, and it sure does. read more

Not bad barbecue, I expected more out of this little joint, it's closed for the season and of course they don't change the listing but don't waste your time it's closed read more