My wife, cousin and I recently drove 5 hours from metro Detroit to the Heritage Blues Festival in…read moreWheeling. Our first stop in town after checking in was Hangover BBQ (I'm a huge fan of BBQ, and am no slouch myself). Imagine my disappointment in reading the sign on the door that said "closed, doing VIP service for Heritage Blues Festival", or words very close to that. Well, damn. I was determined to sample some of Hangover's stuff, so on the second day of the festival approached who I later learned was Billy, the owner. I related my story to him and asked if they would be open the next day, Monday following the festival. Billy said they wouldn't be opened until Thursday. He must have noticed the look of disappointment on my face, and asked if I'd be around until the close of the festival that day. I said I would, and Billy let me know that he would hook me up with a plate later in the day/evening. I was utterly floored when at around 3 pm, I noticed Billy walking toward me in the crowd in front of the stage. I recognized him and he clearly recognized me. He literally tracked me down and said he had a plate ready for me: brisket, apple crisp and watermelon. The guy is one class act, let me tell you. And let me also tell you that his brisket is top shelf BBQ, with a wonderfully subtle smoke flavor that I prefer over super prominent smoke such as hickory or mesquite (which is why I personally use pecan wood for all my smoking) and done perfectly. It had some really interesting seasoning, one element of which reminded me of a kiss of Chinese 5-spice. The apple crisp was to die for as well. The town was great (my first time there), the people were fantastic and friendly, the festival was great, and I discovered that the area was fortunate to have a place like Hangover BBQ to satisfy their smoky desires. Just a wonderful, wonderful experience. Thank you, Billy! You've got a BIG fan in mid-Michigan who will never forget your grace, kindness...........and 'que! *raising a glass to his newest Wheeling buddy, who I will definitely track down next year* If you're in the Wheeling, WV area, do yourself a favor and look Billy up. You won't be sorry, I PROMISE you.

Best ribs I've ever had! The greens were alright, nothing to write home about. But the ribs, WOW!…read moreDidn't even need the sauce (1 of 4 different kinds to choose from) The pit-master was extremely kind, too.

The ribs were fall off the bone tender. Delicious. A really good sauce also. Not hot or bitter…read more Cole slaw was pretty good also. The workers were very nice and even put the split order in two dishes and carried them over to us! This truck was at Do It Best Hardware in Ambridge, PA. A way to try their famous ribs without the long drive. My only criticism is it is kind of pricey. $25 for half order of ribs without 2 sides. Absolutely delicious if you love ribs

My friend and I decided to stop in for an early dinner and so glad we did. I haven't been back to…read moreWeirton for many years but DeeJays is an absolutely MUST visit each time I'm in town. We were seated almost immediately (3:30pm on Saturday) and enjoyed the clean tables and chairs. Our server greeted us and took our drink orders and was back quickly for our order, friendly and helpful. I ordered a full rack of ribs (so have extra to take home)!! and fully loaded potato skins (YUM) If you are passing by, stop in for an exceptional meal! The ribs are simply the BEST I've ever eating!

Ambiance, fitting. Nice. Service, fair to good…read more Food: ordered the sampler(chicken, pulled pork sandwich, pork wrap, ribs, brisket I chose 5 bean salad and Mac and cheese.) Everything was cold. Only pork, no chicken, no brisket. Flavor was good, bbq sauce is really good. Wasn't delivered what promised with no explanation from staff at 1:30 on Wednesday. $30 for cold pork.

Holy smokes is this place good! Cute little Veteran owned BBQ joint with mouth watering food…read more Came for lunch and we were greeted as soon as we walked through the door. The employee that was behind the desk was simply fantastic! She literally was doing it all and was very polite and pleasant the entire time. I was beyond impressed with her skill of service. We ordered the hot pepper cheese balls for our appetizer and they were really good, nice and creamy cheese inside. I ordered the special of the day which was the fried chicken sandwich with the 5 bean kielbasa for my side. Both exceeded my expectations. The highlight of the meal was the homemade bbq sauce. I would literally drink it if I could! Hopefully they will eventually bottle that liquid gold up to sell. I would love to be able to enjoy it at home. I highly recommend giving this place a try. Your taste buds will thank you later!

We decided to try this place while in the area, and it was wonderful. Our server, James, was…read moreincredibly helpful and attentive. We tried the sampler which included all of their smoked meats, along with an order of the burnt ends. Everything we tried was tender and tasted great. It would be hard to say our favorite because everything was awesome, but if we had to pick, it would be the burnt ends...or was it the ribs...so hard to decide! We also tried sides: mashed potatoes, collard greens, macncheese, and cornbread. Again, everything was absolutely delicious. The combination of great food, awesome service (thank you James!), outdoor dining, and welcoming atmosphere make Pig and Fire House of Barbeque one of the top restaurants that we have visited while traveling.

This was our first time at Pig and Fire, and honestly, we've been meaning to stop in for a while…read more We're nearby and have caught that incredible smell more than once,it finally got the best of us, and we're glad it did. They've got a rotating draft list with a great mix of local beers and some from outside the area, plus whiskey and wine options. I went with a liter of the Kolsch, huge pour and absolutely delicious. For food, I had the smoked turkey, and it was outstanding, perfectly done. We also shared the poutine, which was a little different than what you might expect, but seriously good. Everyone at the table loved what they ordered. We grabbed dessert to go, and I had the pecan pie, wow. Just incredible. The waitstaff was friendly, on the ball, and did an outstanding job--service really stood out. This place is off-the-hook good. Can't wait to come back. Cheers

I had a brisket sandwich with bbq bean side that was simply succulent!…read moreWe sat outside under cover and Mitch came out to talk with us for several minutes. My friend Gerry enjoyed a few chicken thighs with coleslaw side. Anyone visiting the Cranberry Township area must try Mitch's smoked food.

After driving by many times, I had a hankering for bbq and wanted to try. The pork rinds were…read morelights-out delicious! Great crunch and seasoning. The kimchi sauce was tasty! Not too strong but complimented the flavor of the rinds well. The smoked wings were okay. Not much of a smoked flavor and they were small. A little disappointed in these. I also got a beet salad, which was very good. I loved the candied walnuts, and of course, the beets. I've had pulled pork from here and it was also fantastic. After eating bbq in Texas... this isn't quite it, but it will definitely take care of a bbq craving!

Ok, let's talk serious BBQ! I can't believe that my hometown has actually been hiding such a gem…read more This barbecue shack boasts some of the best barbecue that your bond to find anywhere. Sure, it's no frills, but that is how barbecue should be anyway. I took my mother here, and we picked up a half rack of ribs and a few sandwiches. She had a pulled pork sandwich and was halfway done with its porky goodness before I could even ask her how it was. I had a meatball sub myself, and it was loaded with gooey cheese and delicious marinara sauce. The rib shack's sandwiches are certainly extraordinary, a real carnivore's delight. However, the star of this joint has to be the Baby Back ribs, a succulent masterpiece dressed in yummy Jack Daniels glaze. These beauties are cooked to perfection, and the meat literally falls off the bone. The next time I visit Waynesburg this will be one of my first stops.

Happy that I finally got to try this place....the BBQ was EXCELLENT!! We ordered a half rack of…read moreribs and the pulled pork sandwich and it was delicious!! The meat fell off the ribs and was melt-in-your-mouth. The pulled pork sandwich was loaded with meat and the bread was delightfully fresh. My mom couldn't finish the sandwich so she was very excited to have leftovers for tomorrow. The BBQ sauce they use was sweet and tangy and complimented the meat just perfectly!! This place is a little ways out of town but definitely worth the trip!! I will certainly be back when I'm in Waynesburg visiting family. Best BBQ place in the area!!!!!!

Had the daily special which was full rack of ribs and 2 sides. I picked coleslaw and fries. Ribs…read morewere amazingly tender and full of flavor. Slaw was good and fries were too. Had a hillbilly drink that was amazing. The restaurant was nice with a full bar and service was great. I had just walked in so it was not busy.

Ruttenbucks is a hit or miss experience. There's no in between. Sometimes the service and steaks…read moreare top notch while other times you are left scratching your head how this is the same place. It's has a great country vibe and good bar, but it's also a family joint too. Don't let the location scare you, behind the truck stop and next to *ahem* a "bookstore" The only thing is again you never know if it's going to be a 4.5 or barely a 2.

Best bbq in the area!…read more We love their brisket. I have gotten the brisket grilled cheese or brisket Mac n cheese and both were delicious. You really can't go wrong with anything on their menu.

Big Rig's BBQ is a local restaurant that serves smoked meats (e.g., brisket, pork belly, turkey,…read morekielbasa, pulled pork, and baby-back ribs), sandwiches (e.g., brisket grilled cheese, crispy hot chicken, and triple pig), sides (e.g., baked beans, coleslaw, Brussels sprouts, and potatoes), a kids' menu, a couple desserts, beverages, etcetera. The meats are smoked daily with a blend of hickory, cherry, and apple woods. Dining in, carry-out, delivery, and catering are available. So far, my husband and I have eaten three lunches from Big Rigs BBQ--two for dining in and one as a $250 takeout for family. We have tried most of the menu items and really enjoyed all of them. I have not yet tried every BBQ restaurant in the Pittsburgh region, but so far, Big Rig's BBQ is our favorite. For meats, we ate the brisket (5 stars, very tender and flavorful), baby-back ribs (5 stars, fall-off-the-bone and tasty), pulled-pork shoulder (4.5 stars, nicely smoked and goes well with the many sauces), original kielbasa (4.5 stars), cheddar-jalapeno kielbasa (4.5 stars), pineapple kielbasa (5 stars, an explosion of unique, delicious flavors), pork-belly burnt ends (4.5 stars, tender with a very flavorful sauce), turkey (4.5 stars, juicy and flavorful), and smoked turkey-club sandwich (5 stars, my husband loves its cheddar, bacon, lettuce, and dijonaise). For sides, we ate the mac and cheese (4 stars, American, cheddar, and pepper jack), potato salad (4.5 stars, with bacon, scallions, cheddar cheese, bell peppers, and mustard), cornbread (5 stars, with cheddar cheese and BBQ honey butter), BBQ baked beans (5 stars, very flavorful ingredients), and brussels sprouts (5 stars, tasty sauce). This BBQ restaurant also serves some salads. I ate a BBQ salad (5 stars) with my choice of protein, Nashville Chicken Breast. This salad might be the most loaded-up that I have ever eaten. Fresh lettuce and tomatoes as well as generous amounts of chicken, bacon, cornbread croutons that look ~2" in diameter, cheese, onions, and cranberries.

During our stay at Oglebay Resort, my wife and I made the fantastic decision to try the Double…read more(Standard) burger "All the Way" with American cheese, shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, onion, pickles, and their signature Route 88 sauce--all for just $11. One word sums it up: AMAZING! The burger was juicy, perfectly seasoned, and layered with fresh toppings that worked in perfect harmony. Two days later, my wife was still raving about how amazing it was! We also split a regular order of fries for $4, and they were just as impressive. Crispy, flavorful, and served in a generous portion--thankfully we didn't go for the large, because the regular was more than enough for two. If you're visiting Oglebay, do yourself a favor and make this burger stop a priority. You won't regret it!

We were at the zoo and in need of some lunch, this was the closest place and came highly…read morerecommended of the best burger around. I was highly impressed they even had a highchair. We ordered a couple cheeseburgers, a hot dog, and fries. Everything was very tasty and a lot of food.

Good food, BBQ pulled pork is really good, good prices, plenty of parking, self serve orderingread more

The bbq is fantastic! We have had this catered for a few events and everyone seems to really enjoy…read morethem