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    Delauders BBQ

    4.7 (800 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM

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    DELAUDERS BBQ ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Tre C.

    Great bbq! The brisket and ribs were amazing. Good portions, I do think the greens could have been a little better, I just felt like they were missing something but other than that everything was great. I'll definitely come back again.

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    Sydney K.

    The best smoked barbecue me and my boyfriend ever had. Excellent home cooked food that's made to order. We split a full rack with a baked potato (def add the cheese) and baked beans. The meat was so tender and fall off the bone. The smokey flavor was not too overpowering and you could honestly eat it all without sauce. The bbq sauce was just too yummy to not have in the equation. The beans slapped and the baked potato was excellent. They just moved to this new location so they had a limited menu and we couldn't try the fried Mac n cheese (). We met both of the dedicated owners and they were so kind. This new spot has limited indoor seating and some outside seating. They are still in the process of settling in this new location but it was still busy and many locals seem to love this spot. Happy we tried it on our vacation, would highly recommend.

    Three meat (sausage, pulled pork and ribs), two side meal (baked potato and green beans)
    Keith K.

    Dad, son and bros back in the area for our annual outing...and back at Delauders! New location (from gas station to used car lot) but same great food! Moist, tender and tasty meats and quality sides. Friendly owners and attentive staff! Seating better than gas station but still limited...but it's all about the food!

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    Anthony D.

    Do yourself a favor and if you are visiting Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg and want to avoid the more commercial/touristy food spots, definitely come down to Delauders BBQ. We arrived about an hour before closing and we were able to order and be seated quickly. Service was very friendly and it gave off a very family-run restaurant atmosphere. No frills, just straight ol' good BBQ. The Sampler Dinner was a perfect choice and for the 2 of us was enough food to share. The pulled pork was absolutely the star of the show. In photos it looks kind of dry, but in person it was way more moist and wet. It didn't even need any sauce which is a great mark of fantastic pulled pork. The ribs were great as well. Tender and flavorful. I think they ran out of chicken and substituted it with what I believe was pork belly and that was also really great. The layer of fat was perfect to balance out the lean meat. The meat could have been more moist however, it was a tad dry. The sausage was just alright. And the brisket was definitely the most disappointing cut of meat. I will give Delauders the benefit of the doubt since we did arrive close to closing. The cut itself had little to no fat and so it was not just a lean bite but also pretty dry. That being said, Delauders is still absolutely worth a stop. Friendly prices and friendly service, that's southern comfort for ya.

    Two Meat Platter with a stew extra sides
    Mary S.

    After received the owners comments, I am updating my review. I can always appreciate an owner that is actively engaged in the running of their business, and that takes candid feedback to heart. While I don't think "giving me extra food" that I did not ask for makes up for anything, at least having the courage to digest a less than stellar experience and learn from it does. As a Yelp elite, we are not just given badges - we earn this recognition due to providing honest reviews of our experiences to the community. Every encounter is not going to be great, but how the establishment reacts to criticism publicly should tell their future customers what to expect when patronizing that business. Good on ya for not blame shifting to employees that you presumably hired and taking accountability for everything that happens at your business, whether you are there or not

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    Mona W.

    I've never been to Tennessee and this was my first time visiting that state. The fiancé and I were actually in TN to watch NASCAR and when that was done we had a road trip down to Atlanta, GA. Another state I've never been to lol. Along the route towards that few hours of driving, we needed to stop by Delauders BBQ. We saw it on YouTube and everything looks sooooo good so it was on our list. So glad we did because it was finger licking good!!! They had a more limited menu that day but the fiancé and I got the dinner for 2 and he also got a side of brisket and we ordered the corn nuggets as well. For the sides we got baked beans, coleslaw, and friend mac and cheese. It also comes with buns so you can make a slider!! The pulled pork and ribs were sooooooo delicious!! My fiancé really enjoyed the brisket too! He was very amazed because I never would get my hands dirty when I eat ribs, maybe two fingers on one hand. But I was using both my hands which tells you how good those ribs were!!! The owner was super chill as well. Very easy to talk to and super nice guy! The business is family owned and ran and you definitely can tell he cares about his customers and community when talking to him. The inside feels very homey as well! It has some cool looking decor! lol that street light! Haha anyways if you've never tried Delauders BBQ out in Gatlinburg, TN, then you definitely need to go!! You will not be disappointed!! I'm already drooling thinking bout the ribs there and when the next time I'll be able to go there again!!

    Meat sampler
    Brianne C.

    I am glad we got off the main strip in Gatlinburg to head to Delauder's for dinner. I always seek out BBQ since we don't have a lot of great BBQ in SoCal and Delauders was just what I needed. We shared a sampler plate with brisket, pulled pork, sausage, and ribs. The ribs were very tender, fell right off the bone! Pulled pork was juicy and the bbq sauce on the table was not too sweet, perfect addition. The brisket could have been a little more moist, but it could be that we were there an hour before close. The sides were delightful! Fried okra was crisp not soggy and the beans were your traditional baked beans which never disappoint. Good value, god food, friendly service. It felt like we were at their house receiving a home cooked meal!

    Two meat plate, brisket, sausage, greens and green beans
    Hayleigh W.

    Service was great! They no longer offer Mac and cheese which was a let down. They've changed locations and it was VERY small in there. The food was OK but maybe we're just used to Texas BBQ that has a lot of flavor... this was just a little bland. Very tender just bland. Green beans were overly salty and greens were okay.

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    Kimberly C.

    This unassuming BBQ place is doing everything right when it comes to food! After reading the reviews, I knew to not judge it by the outer appearance, and I am so happy I went for it. If you are looking for fancy digs, this is not it. But your belly will thank you. The ribs, brisket, sausage, fried macaroni and cheese, and potato salad were the tried items. They have soft drinks and iced tea (sweet and unsweet). No desserts were available, but I was told they generally offer banana pudding. They had a big catering event this day, so they weren't able to make it. The staff (also owners) were fantastic and friendly. Of note: there aren't many tables, but we didn't have a long wait. Definitely will be back, as this was one of our favorite stops on our Gatlinburg trip.

    Two Meat Plate w Ribs and Brisket. Sides of Fried Okra and Fried Mac N Cheese
    Emerson F.

    God.Guns.Football.BBQ. The four pillars of American society and I can say honestly and with 100% confidence that Delauder's definitively checks that last box. Upon the opening of the front door you suddenly get an overwhelming flash of nostalgia. This place is family owned, family run, and will leave you with your stomach full of good food and appreciation for the good old fashioned American plate of bbq. Nestled amongst the Smokies, Delauder's BBQ is a rare breed in today's society--they serve their community well and provide a laid back, inviting atmosphere which is all completed with a hearty meal. Everyone should experience a meal like the one Delauder's offers.

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    Place was no where to be found. Appears on maps but no in real life. Tried calling the posted number it remained busy.

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    11 months ago

    A true hole in the wall with excellent food, and good prices. i definitely recommend the ribs

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    Forget all the BBQ places,like Bennett's, and go to DeLauters- this IS the best BBQ! Exceles food and portions were big!

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    Small, so you may have to wait a bit, but the BBQ is well worth it. Get there early as they sell out! Friendly service too!

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    Outstanding BBQ with big portions. The staff is polite and prompt. A very good spot with a great reputation it has earned.

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    Ask the Community - Delauders BBQ

    What are the current hours? It looks like only Sundays but it wasn't open Sunday 9/17. Thanks!

    We were out of town for wedding, this week Thursday 4-8 Friday and Saturday 1230-8 Sunday 12-230. hours should show updated soon. thank you

    Is the meat cooked in a smoker or do they use liquid smoke?

    It's cooked in a smoker.

    When I call I get a busy signal? We tried calling maybe 50 times and are upset as we were looking forward to eating here. Is there another way to pick up food without contact?

    I do not know what is going on with my phone here, you are not the only one . I have had Comcast here many time trying to fix the issue. I am on the phone all the time. here is my email delaudersbbq@hotmail.com please email and we will go from… Read more

    Any Gluten Free options for buns? I want a BBQ sandwich but it's hard to find GF options! Thanks ☺️?

    no I don't know but take the bun off this place is so good. and the owner and staff are so friendly and nice. You can't judge a book by it's cover, same with this place looks pretty rough on the outside but the food is delicious and great people… Read more

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