This place gave me the best Ribs I have ever tasted in my entire life. It was unreal. I have never had better ribs anywhere, I've been to Fat Matts, and a few other high rated places but honestly, this place blows all of them out of the water. I actually just had BBQ from Sticky Fingers in Tennessee, they were rated 5 stars on yelp, but again, Dave Poe's was 100x better. I am very impressed with the quality and freshness here. I recommend this to anyone who loves real good bbq. read more

I came here thinking I was going to have one of the best meals ever, I even had my order already planned out based on the reviews on the items. But unfortunately when I came in they didn't have any ribs or wings so I had to rethink my order. Instead I got pulled chicken, onion rings, potato salad, and mac and cheese. The pulled chicks was very nice, but dry which even out when I added BBQ sauce. The onions ring were the worst I ever had. When took a bite I had a burst of defrosted water in my mouth which was disgusting! The potato salad was pretty good very mayo-a tho and the last thing that pretty much saved the whole experience was the mac and cheese it was fantastic! Dave's is located in a sad shopping strip, but the employees are nice and helpful and the food is decent. I'm honestly willing to give it another try, hopefully they have ribs this time! read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Mac & Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Do not use them for catering, my friend reached out to them about catering for her wedding back in February/March. Her wedding is October 2nd, she picked the foods she wanted and everything was done. The lady quoted her a price. The lady told her that they would get together in August to have the final price and make sure there were no changes. The lady reached out to her today 9.9.21, 3 weeks before her wedding telling her that the price she told her in Feb/March will have to go up by $700.00. This is so ridicules, to reach out 3 weeks before her weeding saying that the price is up $700.00 more than she was told. NEVER USE THEM. read more

Close to the West Marietta Election Office Small and hard to see from the road. Food is good just wish they had more BBQ sauces. read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Good portion sizes. The pulled chicken was really tender and the potato salad is bomb! read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Pulled chicken with potato salad and mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Tender, Flavorful Barbeque A different experience than the previous reviews. Neighbors had a party this evening. Poe's barbecued pulled pork and brisket were served with baked beans and baked macaroni and cheese. The pork was melt in your mouth tender. The brisket, best I have ever eaten. The beans sweet and succulent. The macaroni and cheese to die for. One would expect take out Barbecue to be dry, not so .... Can't wait for my first visit to try the ribs. I highly recommend this barbecue eatery. Have some for me. read more

Really good bbq. Only been once. Large portions. Good sauce. Smells good inside restaurant. The ribs were good and thick. Service was good. Place was clean. Good stuff will have to stop by again. Went for a second visit and had just the ribs and it was outstanding. I love BBQ and it's very fun to have a variety of BBQ restaurants in Georgia that require you to venture out. There are a lot of good BBQ places around. This is one of those. read more

Found this place and I do recommend it! Don't get the large, you will never finish it. Pulled pork was very good and Mac and cheese was exceptional. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Plenty is seating. Could have been a five, but their sauces are not outstanding. read more

A 3.5 is probably in order because there are some highlights and lowlights here, but I decided to round up because I felt like the highs outweighed the lows. First, the good stuff. I loved the environment and service. This is a BBQ *joint* full of people who look like they were raised on que. It feels southern and old school and the service is accordingly friendly. The okra and mac and cheese were both nice. The smoked sausage had a good flavor to it. The bad: no mustard sauce and the two sauces they did have were just ok. The slaw was sweeter than I like. The brisket was a little too fatty and a little too chewy. All in all, not a bad little spot. I wouldn't mind coming back. read more

I am not sure you will ever get better brisket in this state, or many others aside from Texas, then you will get at David Poe's. It is fantastic. NO sauce, just moist, with a nice pink ring. I would like to say all of their food is as good, but I have honestly not had anything else. Well, that is not true. Beans are really great, onion rings are fare, mack and cheese is okay. But the Brisket is AWESOME!! Just get a pound of this and enjoy yourself. So, in case you are reading this stuff up top and you are from Texas, I want to be clear, aside from Snow's BBQ in Lexington Texas, you would be hard pressed to find anything better. Also, I am honestly not sure about the rest of their food. Everyone seems to love the pulled pork. I just can not go into this place an not order the Brisket. read more

Fantastic bbq! Have been looking for a good place for years and now we've found it. The grilled hot dogs are really good. Nice touch by serving them on Texas toast instead of the standard bun. The smoky flavor of the pulled pork was perfect. With their house sauce, it's great. The Mac-n-cheese is amazing. The beans had a good kick, which was unexpected. He potato salad was really good. Reminded me of homemade picnic style. We will be back!! Often! read more

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Stopped by here recently with the family and I think that their ribs are really good. I got a half-rack (what else,LOL) with some French-fries and potato salad. Their potato salad is some of the best that I have had. I have to say something here about Georgians....before I moved to Georgia I hated any potato salad that wasn't homemade but I've been converted, I think I can count on one hand the bad potato salad that I have had in BBQ joints in the state of Georgia,LOL. More importantly, the ribs are still the star of the show. The rub was good although it's hard to describe, it wasn't hot or sweet, it just tasted good. It was sort of on the mild side and that's not always a bad thing. The meat was very tender and came right off the bone and had a nice smoky flavor to it. The ribs that I had may have been a little on the dry side although I am really having to reach to find anything bad to say...they have some really good ribs here. Their prices are in line with most of the other BBQ joints in the Atlanta metro area and you get plenty of food for your money. You have to order up front at the counter, so that's the only experience I had with the staff but she was very nice. I would come back here again in a heartbeat. read more

The BBQ here is always good, probably the best in Cobb. I like consistency and they have it. The mac and cheese is to die for (same as Sam's in East Cobb, as is the rest of the menu). This or Sam's is always my go-to for BBQ when I want some pulled pork and out of this world mac and cheese. The Brunswick stew is just ok but it's better on the mac and cheese (redneck lasagna). I would definitely skip the banana pudding. It's bland school cafeteria-style vanilla pudding with bananas and topped with redi-whip crap. Just NO! read more

If you are looking for a classic, southern BBQ experience, this is an excellent place. The BBQ and sides are excellent! Wait staff are fast and friendly. read more

This is my favorite BBQ joint in the metro Atlanta area. The ribs are SO good. But the macaroni and cheese, oh the macaroni and cheese....it doesn't get much better! Everything I've had here has been great. The bbq sauces are lacking a bit though. But not enough to take a way a star. Go here, it's good! read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Beef brisket, Mac n Cheese, Brunswick Stew - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

My favorite BBQ restaurant Ate here on Saturday night at 7:30 and was slightly worried that they would be out of some of their meats or sides since they close at 8. As usual though, they had everything. I had the chicken sandwich with a side of Mac n Cheese which I planned to share with my toddler.. My husband ordered the Brisket plate with Mac N Cheese and Baked Beans. He was nice enough to share his Mac N Cheese since my toddler was not wanting to share mine with me. Even though we got there close to closing there was no pressure to eat quickly and get out of there like many restaurants do to their patron close to closing. Can't wait to go back again and this time I will order my son his own Mac N Cheese read more

Decent brisket--tender but tastes smoked not made in a real pit. Not hot and juicy. Okra very good. Cole slaw rather bland and too peppery. Sauce not real KC style as they say. It's more watery and not KC thick and tangy. read more

Let me start by saying I was raised in Texas. That makes me an expert on BBQ (it does - don't you argue with me) and extremely picky. The Good - Texans don't do pork, so I ordered the beef brisket. A tad dry, but better than I expected. Nice little pink ring on it - well done. Their sauce was actually pretty good, a nice balance between tangy and sweet. Another surprise. The fried okra was AWESOME! Not heavily breaded, and piping hot. As good as my mama's. The Bad - The mac and cheese was disgusting. I don't even know....huge noodles, bland and greasy cheese sauce, and to further ruin it, stone cold. The jalapeno cornbread was brick-heavy and cold. The sweet tea was weak and nowhere near sweet enough. The Middle - Brunswick Stew wasn't bad. But it wasn't good, either. A little boring, waaaaaay too much corn, no beans. The Environment - Love the sign under the cash registers. I will come back for this alone. Very clean, quite crowded at noon time, very polite servers. Mr. Poe himself served up my order, and he was extremely nice. I'd go back for lunch, but it's no award-winner. But then again, I'm from Texas. read more

Just not my kind of BBQ. Both times that I've tried this place for lunch, I've ordered the pulled pork sandwich. The meat was comingled with more fat than I'd prefer, and the sauce on the table leaned far to the salty side. To round things out, the macaroni and cheese floated in a cup of butter; like oil in the road after a rain. I realize that BBQ isn't inherently healthy, but this kind is neither healhty nor tasty to me. The store also uses a lot of styrofoam - this cuts costs for the customer on the front end, but has a greater effect on landfill space, which will eventually cost us way more in the long run. Silver lining: the staff is pleasant. Unless I forget again that I've eaten here before and did not like it, I'll be going to Williamson Brother's for my BBQ needs. read more

Brisket was really good as were all the sides! We will try again. Pork sandwich was huge. Sauce is really good Texas/southern sweet. Out of cold slaw and collards!!! Really!! What will I do for green vegetable?? Always pleasant staff!!! read more

I cannot say enough good things about the mac & cheese. It's the best I've ever had and I've tried a lot of mac & cheese. The pulled pork and baked beans were also amazing Wish I had something like this closer to home. read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

The brisket is so juicy and tender that seems like pot roast...mac and cheese absolutely the best..and the red neck lasagna is a MUST try!! It's totally worth the drive! read more

First timer for this place, had chicken and baby back ribs for a few friends.. It was a hit, we were all impressed. Chicken was tender and came with an amazing spicy (not to hot) sauce. Food was ready when I arrived and staff were friendly. I'm coming back for sure. Check it out.. read more

WOW, we were staying the night in Georgia and desperately wanted some good ol fashioned GA bbq. We struck GOLD!!! Every single thing we ordered was absolutely delicious top of the list had to be the spare ribs. We also had the brisket mac and cheese which was absolutely Dynamite coleslaw in a chicken sandwich it was all to die for. Petri this you will be absolutely delighted. read more

Called for take out, asked to wait for a minute or 2. Fifteen minutes went by and I drove by after hanging up. Very disappointed as food is good. Probably the last time we try there. read more

Yes, yes, and yes! There was Dave Poe's catered in the office today and it was delicious! Everything! The mac and cheese was scrumptious, the pulled pork, chicken, and brisket was TASTY and tender, potato salad, baked beans, and cornbread...YES! read more

Dave Poe's is 5 minutes from my house and I eat there frequently to get my BBQ fix. BBQ is an art and is never cooked to order so the timing of your visit will affect the quality of your food. If your timing is good then Dave Poe's is hands down some of the best BBQ in and around the Atlanta area. And I've tried it all! When your timing is off, the meat tends to be a little drier than I would prefer but it's still far better than most places. I usually get the 1/2 rack of St. Louis style ribs but the babyback is excellent too. I tried the beef rib once and didn't think it was as good. I've never had the brisket but based on some of the other reviews definitely intend to try it next time I'm there. The pulled pork and pulled pork sandwiches are also quite good. For sides, it all starts with the mac and cheese. It's some of the best you'll have anywhere. Big rigatoni noodles cooked in butter, cream, and cheese. It'll change your life. I usually get the fried okra to go with it but they've got a pretty good selection of sides and I've never had a bad one. The place is relatively small and on a Friday during the lunch rush you may have to wait a few minutes for a table but it's worth the wait. I've never been disappointed when I've gone by and sometimes I'm even pleasantly surprised. I hope you enjoy your visit as much as I do mine! read more

Dave Poe's is hands down the best BBQ I've ever eaten. I've tried them all... Heirloom, fox bros, williamson bros, etc. Dave Poe's ribs are top notch. Pulled pork? They've got you covered. Every side on the menu is amazing. Try the redneck lasagna!! It's to die for. read more

I'm usually a big fan of this place. We came on a Sat afternoon with the family and ordered and waited 20 mins just to be told they were out of potatoes and wings. They could have told us that when we ordered. Then we had to reorder which took another 20 mins. The food is great, but the service and kitchen area, is not on the same level. Very dissatisfied after this experience. read more

Awesome BBQ and Famous Mac&Cheese it's made with Goat cheese. Best Mac&Cheese in town hands down for the price. read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Best Mac and Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

My boyfriend and I drive from south Florida to Missouri about twice a year. Every time we make this drive we seek out new BBQ places to try and often times pick our destination based on yelp. This was good. I had the STL style ribs which were ok. Decent flavor but nothing spectacular IMO. The boyfriend had the pulled pork which was really good. It was juicy and flavorful. If you stop at Poe's do yourself a favor and skip right to the pulled pork. The sides were all quite tasty. I had the green beans and fried okra. I don't know what they did to make their green beans so flavorful but they were really good!!! My boyfriend had the Mac and cheese which was really cheesy and soooo good. The one thing this place is lacking is a desert menu. The only deserts we noticed were cookies.... read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Came here for lunch with a friend today. I got the lunch combo which was your choice of a Sandwich (Pork, Brisket or Chicken), One Side & Large Drink for $8.45 I chose the pork sandwich with a side of macaroni and cheese. First off, if you like macaroni and cheese then you will LOVE this side. Rich and delicious are two words I would use to describe it. The pork sandwich was tender, flavorful, smoky, and scrumptious to say the least. Incredible food, casual dining atmosphere, I will definitely be returning for another bbq lunch in my near future! read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Lunch Combo - Pork sandwich, Macaroni and cheese & Large Drink for $8.45! - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

For over ten years I drove past this place (tucked behind Waffle House, didn't even know it was there!). A neighbor suggested I try it... glad I did! Great food and service, always very clean inside, etc. highly recommended! read more

Best BBQ I have ever had. Hands down. Sauces were superb. We used them to cater a family event and they did not disappoint. Everyone was amazed at the quality of the meats. Pulled pork is to die for. read more

Stopped in for lunch as my husband and I had never tried it despite living in Marietta our whole lives. This place is the real deal. Mac and cheese was incredible and my husband said the slaw and the potato salad was wonderful! They will have our business from now on. read more

Ooohhhhmagaawwwddd the macaroni and the brisket are worth fighting for. Great family own business and I highly recommend them.

A good hole in the wall BBQ joint. The pulled pork was excellent. It was tender and had a nice smokey flavor, but not overwhelming. The sauce I had was sweet and had a little kick which I like. The service was friendly and you can often see the owner Dave walking around chatting with guests. I would have given this place 4 stars, but the sides are nothing to write home about. The mac n cheese was oily and the okra was pedestrian. If they could step up their sides this could be one of the best BBQ joints in metro Atlanta. read more

If sex was BBQ this would be it! Everything I have had is great. Mac & Cheese is greasy goodness! Rack of baby backs are some of the best around. The sauce is also very good. Pros: The Food! Cons: It's not a fancy place at all....But then again, you don't go to a BBQ joint in a suit and tie either.....Do you? read more

Went a short distance from I75 to get here based off the yelp reviews. Glad I did. This place knows bbq. Between my GF and I, we had pulled pork, St. Louis ribs, fried okra, green beens, potato salad, and Mac n cheese. The ribs meaty, tender, and flavorful. The pork, IMO, was better. Slap a little of there sauce on it and delicious. Green beans were surprisingly good. I mean what can you really do with green beans, but Mr. Poe surprised me. The Mac n cheese was the better of the sides. What can I say, I'm a sucker for a bbq joint that gets the whole picture. It's not just great smoked meat, it's great sides and a warm friendly environment. I mean Mr. Poe handed me my food from behind the counter. Then was out there wiping off tables mingling with guest. He even took the time to sit with some guests. Love southern hospitality. read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Pulled pork, Mac n cheese, and potato salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

I'm on a quest for the best BBQ in ATL after moving here 1.5 years ago. Dave Poe's now tops the list. The smoke, flavor, tenderness and bark on the ribs make them irresistible...only order the large rib plate or you will eat a full slab by yourself. The brisket was the best I've had in ATL as well. Collards similar to my grandmother and then the redneck lasagna is it's own sin...it's too tasty to turn down. You have to come try this place...the service was fantastic too! read more

Dave Poe's BBQ - Spare ribs, redneck lasagna, collards and they through in a sample of brisket and mac and cheese. - Barbeque Near Me - Marietta, Georgia