A little tricky to get there off the interstate - but a great local spot. We both had the baked potato with smoked chicken. The chicken was flavorful and moist. The food came out quickly and the server was friendly and helpful. It was a nice relaxing stop on our trip, and it was great to have something new and different for lunch. read more

Deez Butts - Baked potato with smoked chicken - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

I wanted to give this place a glowing review... i REALLY did. I had a craving for brisket and we were in the area and we found them on Yelp. The good: The food. It was incredible. I got a combo with brisket, two sides (cabbage and sausage and bbq beans) as well as corn cakes. The bbq sauce options were limited to two- one sweet and one spicy. The sweet was amazing. The bad: This is probably the dirtiest place I've ever eaten and had i not seen the food on Yelp we would have driven by from the looks of the parking lot. The vestibule you walk into before the restaurant has so much dirt caked around the edges you could peel it with a putty knife. The floor was sticky and our shoes made loud sounds as she walked us across an empty dining room. Every chair in the place was a light blonde wood that had never been cleaned. The legs were absolutely filthy and you could see dirty finger prints on the back of the chairs from never being cleaned. To make matters worse a cat has clearly lived in this building at some point in the past and you can tell when you walk in. Your best bet with this place- order to go. The food is incredible they just really need to clean. read more

The establishment was big enough to accommodate a big group of baseball kids and parents. The food was great and the price even better. We came in twice while on our trip. I would definitely recommend to anyone driving by or in the areas read more

First of all a high-five to Spencer, the most energetic, friendly and efficient waiter we have encountered in a long time! This restaurant's sign caught our eye and we thought...why not? Housed in a former Denny's or Shoney's means it is roomy...but some of the seats show their age. The BBQ was nothing extraordinary but definitely tasty. The mac & cheese needs some work as the pasta was mushy. Choice of two sauces (1 sweet and 1 hot ) I would return if in the area again. read more

Deez Butts - 4 sliders, waffle fries and a side of queso - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

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From Saratoga to Atlanta, I headed west because I love the Smokey Mountains, I spent a fair amount of time within them. But I had to get to Kentucky by lunch - 24 East 40 East Chattanooga - Knoxville - ten hours of driving already. I wanted to drive the Kentucky back roads of horse farms & wildflowers. My buddy's '65 Mustang died along his way to meet me - it's been giving him problems, some fuel pressure matter this time, so I sat on the patio with Iris and ordered the Pretzel that the server recommended. Beer cheese and another cheese dipping modifier, the suggestion was perfect - and we waited sitting just off the highway - it'd have been nice to have a beer but the road sometimes never ends, it always starts again. Finally the Stang rolled in - we ordered away. Dry rub wings for me - double combo of meats and sides for him. The drumettes were so plump, oddly more meaty than I prefer which I realize sounds weird - but I like just a bite and a half per - and I much prefer wings to drumettes. With such an abundance of chicken meat, I consumed about thirteen out of fifteen and took the rest. The star penalty is for the prepackaged blue cheese, Ken's brand I believe. It was not capable of proper dipping due to its rather small circumference and bland taste. read more

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I've driven by their sign on 65 a few hundred times now and always giggled at the name. I mean, it's silly and that's why I find it so amusing. I'm from Memphis, love bbq, and judge it accordingly. Was this the best I've ever had? No. Not by along shot. Was it good? Yes. Well, parts of it. Pulled pork? Solid. Brisket? Kinda dry. Burnt ends? Meh. Home made chips? For sure. Green beans? Oddly, yes. Their sauce? The saving grace. It was nice and sweet, but not too intense. Was slightly disappointed I couldn't buy the sauce by itself. Would go again. The place looks crummy on the outside, and I'm not sure what's going on in the surrounding area , but inside is nice and clean. I'd go again, for sure. read more

Deez Butts - Combo no.2 with pulled pork and brisket (pass on this, there's an up charge). Optional slider buns. Good chips and green beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Just off 65, saw a sign that said "the best bbq in town," so how could I pass up trying that?! It was last Saturday, a little past lunch time (2pm), and not busy. My server was fast and pleasant. I ordered the Combo #1, which was pulled pork and two sides. I got the peachy baked beans and the cole slaw. The bbq was a decent portion, and good, but a little on the cool side. I added both the regular and spicy bbq sauces that were on the table. The peachy baked beans were served piping hot and were really tasty and really the star of my meal. I had some left overs to box up, and my server also gave me a drink to go. #yum #ReviewsByRL read more

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Awesome service! The food was delicious and a generous portion for the price. We even had leftovers. The brisket was amazing. Definitely recommend this location! read more

Deez Butts - Brisket, pulled pork and rib platter with a side of corn cakes, potato salad and cabbage - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

The food is great , the name of the restaurant is awesome, the service is great, staff is friendly and helpful. Definitely recommended. Lots of places to sit and eat. They have tables and booths. read more

Deez Butts - Combo no.2 pull pork and pulled Chicken , waffle fries Nd cabbage and sausage. Yummy - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Yes we came here because of the name. It is a little bbq joint in Elizabethtown Kentucky. We both got the combos one w chicken one w brisket. Sides of coleslaw, potato salad, beans and green beans. You also got a side of bread and I did the corn cakes. Their corn cakes were pretty good and all of the sides were amazing. The 2 sauces in the table were good. The one was very vinegar based. The other one was my favorite. The brisket was moist and the chicken was good. Would eat here again for sure. read more

Deez Butts - Combo 1 - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Clean and friendly place. The aroma just when you walk in is incredible!!! The BBQ smells awesome. The service was great. The BBQ is wonderful. The beignets were scrumptious!!!! read more

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The service was excellent, friendly and attentive. I got the two meat/two side combo; pulled pork with burnt ends. I guess I was expecting brisket burnt ends but what I got was more rib tips. Pulled pork was ok, same with the rib tips. My coworker got the spud with brisket, it looked really good and I wish I got it honestly. The place was dead during lunch time which should have been a sign but you always gotta try a place once. read more

We were among a group of about 15 family's after a baseball game. Our immediate group of 6 people were the first to be seated and having our drink orders taken. Part of the drink order came within 10 minutes, another part came within 20 minutes a a third drink order came after more than an hour. After an hour, they finally came to take our food order. During the hour plus, we looked down the tables that were put together for us, we noticed that some people were getting their food and some had already finished eating. The waiter gave us some type of chips that we did not order and said that they were complementary because of the wait.. After finally getting our food order taken and getting some of the food delivered, they had the order messed up and didn't include a the sides with with one meal. Another meal, their Loaded Spud, came out dry and overdone. A plate of wings were inedible. I had a #1 Combo with smoked chicken and sides of beans and green beans. The chicken was dry and the beans seemed as if it came out of a can and the green beans were salty as they too came out of a can. While complaining to the staff, about all we could get out of them was that they were very sorry. They said that the manager could come out and talk with us, but I never saw that person. They did take off the charge for the Combo that was missing the sides as well as the very late drink. (They did charge us for the 2 "free" plates of chips). It is not likely that I will be in that area again, but if I was, I would NOT go to or recommend this restaurant read more

Portions were good. A lot of options for sides. Only two options for barbecue sauce, hot or sweet. Service was good. Very casual. This is not a chain and the patrons appeared to be locals, mostly construction guys. My husband and I ate the brisket. It was really good. The corn bread was like a thick pancake. I didn't really care for it. The homemade chips were just okay. The green beans were really good. Overall, it was an okay experience. Located right off 65 so convenient for travelers. Large parking area. read more

Stopped in while traveling thru to Lexington, KY and was not disappointed. The food and service were outstanding. We had the Brisket, Pulled Pork, Ribs and shredded chicken. Along with the house made BBQ sauces, which are some of the best I've tasted. The sides are awesome too: Vinegar slaw and Pinto Beans were our favorites. Would highly recommend for good BBQ. read more

Wings & pulled pork with sweet bbq sauce, thank me later! Will return. We ordered 20 dry rub and had three different sauces in the side and a kids meal pulled pork. The girls liked plain, my guy and me were on the Sweet BBQ & waffle fries. read more

Deez Butts - O's picky and he gives two thumbs up! - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Over the past few years I've been sampling different BBQ places over the Midwest primarily, and this place is quite the contender. When We walked in the staff was kind enough to let us know that they had sold out of a few items. Sadly, a couple primary items like brisket and ribs, but this only made me want to check it out even more. Jessica was quite the highlight and very helpful guiding us through the best options for what we wanted and what was available. Plus, we we're looking to share so she grouped things together to help with cost savings. We ordered pulled pork sliders that were very tender. Then pick either of the two sauces, hot and spicy or sweet and savory, and then that pork is nicely elevated. That came with waffle fries. We then ordered chicken tenders, and this was the real deal chicken. These thick chicken tenders were nicely breaded and cooked perfectly. They also have a full bar. Enjoy! read more

Deez Butts - Exterior - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

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So happy to have found Deez Butts right off of the highway while traveling. The food and service was excellent! The brisket was a favorite at the table and we were also impressed with the chicken tenders with juicy white meat and the most perfect breading. Our server Heidi was so sweet! read more

Deez Butts - Entrance - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Somethin' came in the mail today... Deez Butts. HA! GOT EEM!!!!! GOT EEM... Honestly man, how can you drive by Deez Butts' highway exit and not have your curiosity piqued? This might be the best business name in the state of Kentucky (especially since the legendary Louisville smoke shop "Grind Dat Ash" is apparently no longer with us). This is no gimmick joint, though: there's some great BBQ on offer here and the lineup of sides is decidedly stronger than much of the competition. To date, I've had the pulled pork and brisket, and both were thoroughly enjoyable: tender with some satisfying crispiness to the edges, and the sauces complement each other nicely. Aside from the main BBQ sauces (one sweet, one spicy), there's a savory Alabama White sauce that's well worth requesting. For bread, I tried the slider buns first and then the corn cakes; the former are pretty unremarkable but the latter are some kind of wonderful. I've had a perfect success rate with the sides but the potato salad deserves specific recognition. Dill pickle is potently front-and-center in the flavor, and ohhh man, you are going to be craving more after your first visit. The novelty of "Deez Butts," complete with a pig strutting its stuff on the sign, has yet to wear off for me. But even if it does, the crowd-pleasing grub and solid value will keep me coming back whenever I'm in this neck of the woods. read more

Excellent product. Huge quantity! What more can be said other than YELP needs a ten star rating for their system as Deez Butts deserved it!!

Waitress was nice. Food was hideous. The blueish green green beans and collard greens tasted like they came out of an aquarium full of varied species of fish and turtles. Salad was dying. Pinto beans had mysterious stringy objects in them. read more

We ordered a 20 pound turkey from Deez Butts for the day after thanksgiving it cost $75.00. It smelled good, but it was so overcooked that it was inedible. Also, I carved it up and it was obviously a butterball turkey, the "it's cooked" button was still in it, and they didn't even bother to remove the neck or the bag of innards inside. Not only will I never buy thanksgiving dinner from them, I will never eat anything from there again. Do better! read more

service is great the food was amazing the best bbq in Elizabethtown Heidi was amazing waitress very attentive The restaurant was clean and smelled amazing read more

Food was not much to comment on. Service was standard, and that was at a slower time of day. If we pass through again, we'll probably try out something else next time. read more

We were on a road trip back home across the country and wanted to try some authentic southern BBQ. This place did not disappoint. Mouth watering bbq, the most amazing green beans, fried pickles and banana & cookies and cream pudding! And the friendliest service It's worth the stop for sure. read more

Deez Butts - BBQ rib tips & green beans - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Was passing through on my way to another state. Great brisket and a nice staff. It was packed when I was there and service didn't suffer at all. I'd definitely go back! read more

First time trying this place out. I'm very shocked by the reviews because my service and food were very good. I got the loaded nachos (wish I took a picture) and they were so good. Homemade chips were the best I've ever had. Our waitress was very attentive and our food came out super quick. This is very much a casual BBQ joint and a family friendly atmosphere. I could have eaten my weight in those nachos and I can't wait to eat them again. read more

Our group of four noticed this place en route to our charging station. Our experiences were polar opposite, but higher reviews for the friendly service. I ordered a loaded potato. The toppings were good, but the potato tasted like it had been sitting for hours and reheated. A microwaved potato would have been more appetizing than what they served, but I was in the minority in my displeasure. The other parties enjoyed their brisket and thought the portions were generous. Perhaps I'll try something different next time. Not too many offerings at this exit so we will likely go back. read more

Food and service was amazing!! We will definitely stop back in if we are ever driving through again.

Heidi was great! The food was good. I got the build a spud with mac n cheese and pulled pork. Pork was tender

Our first time eating here but definitely not our last. We arrived on Saturday afternoon to find the parking lot quite full, but went in anyway since I was hungering for bar b q. If you haven't been there, Deez Butts is located in the building where the Jerry 's used to be at Dixie Highway and I 65 Elizabethtown; though the restroom & facilities are old, they were clean. We were seated right away, and even though we only saw two waitresses, service time was quite acceptable, & the food was delicious! I had the brisket, cabbage with Polish sausage, and barbecued peachy beans.; Hubby had smoked chicken, creamy slaw, & pinto beans. He said the smoked chicken was incredibly tasty, a bit of a surprise, I think. His pinto beans & slaw were good, too. My brisket was so tender that I pulled it apart with my plastic fork, & my beans were spicy enough that I considered asking for sour cream but didn't want to ruin the flavor. The cabbage was too little with too much of the slightly dry sausage. Our banana pudding & beignets were excellent little dessert bites. The next time I eat there, I will either take my own utensils (I hate wrestling my food with plastic that breaks.) & a plastic/ceramic saucer or I'll take it home to eat. The one thing I hate worse than plastic forks is eating wet paper with my meat. I actually refuse to eat at another popular restaurant simply because they, too, can't provide adult dishes. Good, warm, tender beef isn't appetizing mixed with sloppy, greasy paper! This restaurant would earn a full 5 stars from me except for the utensils & no plates. read more

For a quick bite this place is good. Coming from Chicago they need to not overcook their food. Leave some tenderness so the meat stays juicy. Other than this the food is good. read more

First time eating here and heard from others that it was good, but after eating there it was average I guess, when we got there and was seated, the rap music was blaring, and songs that a family would not me played in front of kids, the pulled pork was really dry, I think it must have been old, there wasn't enough bbq sauce to make it better, the Mac and cheese was terrible the greens terrible, the fried pickles where the best part of the meal. read more

I was overall very satisfied with my food. Everything was very tasty except for the vinegar slaw. I am a pretty big slaw fan, but this one had a very weird texture, and it did not have very much flavor at all. read more

A great spot in Elizabethtown right off I-65. On a long day of driving, it was nice to go to somewhere better than a fast food place. Staff was friendly and service was very quick. The barbecue was good but I've definitely had better. Their cornbread was the highlight of the meal. Overall, definitely worth a visit if you're driving through and want something quick. read more

Deez Butts - a tray of meat and fries - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Service was decent, seating host was a sweet guy that was on his second day working there. Our waitress kind of abandoned us, she didn't even bring us our food, boxes, or check us out. The host took care of us for the most part. Not sure what was up with that! Food was decent too- the best part was the pulled pork and sweet BBQ sauce. It was tender, juicy, and satisfying. The chicken tenders were also made fresh, super juicy and slightly crunchy. Baked beans were okay, mac and cheese was a little bland. The beignets were good, but slightly overdone. Will we return? Probably! The pulled pork and sweet BBQ sauce (so yummy!) will keep us coming back. read more

Deez Butts - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Plenty of parking Close to the interstate Menu includes pulled pork, chicken, ribs and brisket. Theres a variety of sides. Tables accommodate parties of two to 10. Bathrooms are not handicapped accessible. Theres also a food truck that travels to local events and catering. read more

We decided to stop by this place on our trip down to Nashville, and because of the name. Come on, Deez Butts?? You just HAVE to stop. They are located right off of 71 in Elizabethtown. Hubby and I stopped for lunch. Lunch was okay. I had a loaded potato, and he had some BBQ. I really thought that their potatoes would be much bigger than a standard potato, but it wasn't. We also had to flag down the waitress in order to get a fork to cut up the potato. It was delicious though, and if I'm ever back in the area, I'm sure I will go back. read more

Recently tried their bbq at the Bike and blues festival in Etown. We tried the pork Sammy and the sweet sauce. I didn't realize the sweet had a bit of a kick to it and added a little to much to my sandwich. Didn't care for it. Hoping to try again soon with a different sauce. The $6 price was a little high for just a sandwich. Didn't try any sides. read more

Deez Butts - Bbq Sammy - Barbeque Near Me - Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Heidi and staff were amazing !! Thaw food was yummy!! The ribs and tenders were amazing!