Love this place! The best BBQ I've had in Seattle. I've had…read moretraditional BBQ items here before (ribs, brisket) but I want to talk about the catfish. In a word, amazing! So tender and lightly breaded. At $22 with two generous sides, it's a great meal. My son got the pulled chicken sandwich and loved that as well. Anything on the menu at Brileys is great, Bruce!!!

Staff and service were great!…read more The brisket was surprisingly bad; very dry, a bit hard, and no flavor. It would be considered bad if it was from a grocery store prepared food counter, but from an actual BBQ place and at this price, it was inexcusably bad. The pulled pork was also very dry and not good. Not sure what's going on... hopefully it's just a fluke because I like coming here. Sweet potato fries were great, moist, flavorful. Mac n cheese was a bit bland and needed flavor or something else added. Collard greens were pretty good and flavorful and moist.

It was a choice between this and a couple of chain restaurants for us, and my son picked Mr. T's…read moreMoonshine BBQ. We were there a bit later, just before 8 p.m. on a Monday, and easily got a table right away. I didn't want too much food - at my age I've learned my eyes and stomach are rarely on the same page - but I definitely wanted some brisket...as an amateur smoker I appreciate how much work goes into beef brisket so always try it when I see it on a menu. So I went with the Happy Hour Caesar Salad & Brisket. For $8.50 it was a great value. The fat of the brisket was rendered PERFECTLY. My wife wanted the baked potato but allegedly someone came earlier and bought TWELVE and cleaned them out. Disappointing! But the two street tacos she got off the Happy Hour menu were tasty. My teenager decided to lean in and get the brisket entree. Fries and Mac & cheese as the sides with cornbread. He added some of his brisket to the Mac & cheese and loved it. Fries were crispy (double fried? Or battered?) but didn't get finished - too much food! I had a couple of beers that were good. The tap listing was available on a screen. Service was well-above average. Very friendly. I can imagine this place getting busy during peak hours but it's small enough that they likely can keep up. I doubt we'll be back. We are from out of town and while we come to the Seattle area often I like to try new places whenever possible. But we were very happy with how tonight went. 4.5/5.0 but it won't let me do a halfstar. Give it a try. This isn't a chain restaurant! We were happy to support this one.

Our server Tyler was excellent! Even though he appeared to be handling the entire front of the…read morerestaurant on his own, he was incredibly attentive, friendly, and fast. Our drinks stayed full, and our food came out perfectly without any long waits. It takes serious skill and dedication to manage a whole floor like that while still making every guest feel taken care of. Management is lucky to have him! I will definitely be back.

We had a great experience with Gabriel's Fire delivery. The food was mainly delicious and the…read moredelivery service was speedy. We ordered brisket, pulled pork, collards, mac n cheese, and gumbo. The meats were the absolute highlight. The brisket was phenomenal--very tender, fatty, and ultra smoky. Others in our group felt similarly about the pork. We got the Kansas City sauce and, while it wasn't the best I've ever had, it absolutely avoided the common pitfall of being cloyingly sweet. They promise that it isn't too sweet on their menu, and they're right. For BBQ meat, I think Gabriel's Fire is up there among the top offerings in the area. The sides were less great. The collards were divisive in our group. I liked the initial hit of vinegar and the oh-so-subtle kick in the aftertaste. But others found them bland. I will say I appreciated that they at least appeared to be vegetarian/pork-less. The gumbo was quite bad in my estimation. Its only flavor was the roux and salt, and its texture was unsettlingly uniform. The Mac and cheese wasn't bad; very plain but inoffensive. The fries were immensely greasy, borderline burned, but soggy. The only one of these I'd consider ordering again is the greens. They also have no options for any kind of bread--no rolls, no cornbread, nothing of the sort. Maybe it's unfair to judge a restaurant on what the don't serve, but this felt like something that made the meal feel unbalanced. There is a lot of intense BBQ snobbery in Seattle, with many claiming that we don't have any good options here. I disagree, and my credentials are having done a lot of eating in the South (AR & TX mainly). Gabriel's Fire is good BBQ. We are so happy to have it nearby and look forward to returning.

I'd give it a solid 3.5 Place is a super small probably old…read moredive bar, couple tables and a long bar top. She loves bbq places and wanted to try another one. So between two places this one won. By the looks they probably have a ton of to go orders or single guys having a beer and bbq at the bar top. She's loves baked beans and they weren't her favorite here. The habanero Mac salad was very well taken by everyone at the table. The plates for 1 they have gives great a pile of meat, fries, hand made and little crispy and Mac n cheese, which was good. We had pork, brisket and ribs at the table. All of which was smoked fairly well. The brisket was good and tender. Pork was a tiny bit dry but the homemade bbq sauces made for it. And the spare ribs were cooked well, they were good for spare ribs but I generally prefer a baby back. Overall the service was stoic, he was spot on with everything but looked as if he was busy with a lot of other stuff throughout the restaurant as well. It's a solid place for bbq, so if you're a bbq fan give it a try. Def a solid lunch spot if you and a couple guys were looking for a place to stop.

Welp this is wagyu factory now which I'll try sometime too but we went for an early friendsgiving…read moreand unfortunately they aren't really designed to accommodate large groups. We had to crowd around the table, slowly cook the meat, and pass a little snippet around our table of 10ish to the point where by the time our time limit came, everyone could still ear. Everything tasted good though and even though it was busy they acrually did let us stay an extra 30 min

Celebrated my partners bday dinner here and I was not disappointed! The vibe and experience was…read moreamazing. The food was delicious too! We had the angus set, the only thing I'm a little disappointed is the portion. It might seem a lot on the video or picture but a lot of them were bite size so they go by pretty fast. Enough for 2 people but definitely not more than that. But overall this was a fun experience!

I had an Amazing experience here! Loved the meat, came here many years ago and returned now, and we…read morelove it better!

Ingredients are fresh, food is decent…read more Just be ready if you're going to ask questions, because they will make you think you're stupid. Since it is essentially self serve, the remaining service provided is rated 2/5 stars for me. Price is expensive - I got the premium set which is no different from pretty much any other set, so I just wasted a bunch of money. Will I come here again? Probably not.

Hands down my favorite Chinese BBQ spot in the entire Greater Seattle area. Stepping inside feels…read morejust like being back in Asia, and when I first discovered it, I drove all the way out here nearly 10 times in a single month. They also almost always have great specials when you spend over $80! ​Must-Orders & Foodie Pro-Tip: ​* Special Lamb: The absolute star of the menu and a non-negotiable must-have. - i like to ask for additional spicy powder on the side and dip more since it is little blend for my liking ​* The Cucumber + Cold Noodle Hack: If you're a savory girl like me, order the cucumber salad to start, but save about a quarter of it (and the sauce). When you get cold noodles for dessert, dunk the leftover cucumber and tangy sauce in--it adds the perfect crunch and acidity to balance out the sweetness! ​Drink Note: They still serve beer, but it's a bit sad that they don't sell original/non-flavored soju anymore. Regardless, the incredible food and lively vibe make every trip 100% worth the drive.

Legend has it that tens of thousands of years ago, our ancestors lived by eating raw meat and…read moredrinking blood. One day, lightning struck a tree, causing a massive forest fire that killed many animals. Our ancestors then discovered that cooked meat tasted much better than raw meat. This is why roast meat has always been regarded as an important part of the human diet. Today I gathered with friends and chose this barbecue restaurant. It's located north of Redmond, with a prominent sign and plenty of parking. Ambiance: The decor is creative, but it feels quite contradictory. Barbecue is inherently a very "Jianghu" (lively, rough-and-tumble) kind of thing, yet the restaurant leans toward an artistic, literary style. When I used to run my own restaurant, I followed a principle: avoid anything unrelated to the core dining experience. Seeing many books on the shelves here, I understand they're trying to bridge Jianghu and artistry -- but it clearly feels out of place. That said, the place is very clean, and the stickers/decorations are festive. Service: My high rating for this restaurant is largely based on the service. After we sat down, we were given free appetizers -- braised peanuts, which tasted great. The staff training is very professional, whether it's taking orders, making recommendations, attending to us during the meal, or checking on tables and refilling water. All excellent. Taste: Jianghu-style cuisine is characterized by boldness, satisfaction, and not sweating the small details. We ordered spicy hot pot (Malatang), spicy hot pot skewers, grilled beef, lamb, chicken gizzards, oysters, and many other items. First, the Malatang and spicy skewers tasted almost identical, so it felt like eating the same thing. The grilled skewers were just average -- neither good nor bad. The oysters were very tasty. However, the shrimp in the spicy skewers were very unfresh, which was disappointing. "By the way, the prices at 'Friendship Skewers' are anything but friendly -- I think it's quite overpriced overall."

Hometown Smoke N BBQ had their grand opening last Saturday 9/21/24. The Homie and I stopped by late…read morethis afternoon (9/26/24). It's located at the ACE Hardware store on 5th Ave S with Furi Chinese Restaurant and Pancake Haus. As an aside, this site has hardware & garden stuff and things plus vehicle licensing, mini grocery store, Hometown Smoke N BBQ and a dessert spot for specialty cakes & cupcakes. By the time we arrived around 4pm, the brisket was sold out already. Originally, we were going to get a family style order (Cowboy Carry Out) to sample most of the proteins and sides. Glad we had more restraint and opted for one entree with quarter rack pork ribs (3), double side order of smoked mac & cheese, cornbread w/honey jalepeno butter, and added a bacon wrapped bratwurst. Also, we noticed to the left of the order counter a nice selection of beverages, deli sandwiches, and bulk spices. Bought a sarsaparilla soda. Payment is made at the front registers by the entrance. Made sure you get a hardcopy of your receipt. Shortly, thereafter The Homie was handed the goods, nicely packaged. All around efficient and pleasant customer service. Thankfully, I keep compostable utensils and napkins in the car. Soda - refreshing and a great deal at $1.99. Pork Ribs (3) - dry rub no bark, no sauce, lean, scant smoke ring, fall off bone tender, but kind of dry, not succulent. Bacon wrapped bratwurst (1) - strangely tasted like baked beans, no overt sausage or bacon flavor. There were flecks of cheese in the bratwurst. Double order of smoked mac & cheese as the selected sides - components were obviously there, but very bland. Cornbread w/honey jalepeno butter - rather dry and crumbly. Butter will be used on something else since the cornbread disintegrated in the takeout box. Perhaps would return but to only try the brisket that was sold out during this visit. PS I forgot to use the 20% off discount code via their Instagram post. Major face palm.

Have not been there but looking at the first photo doesnt look appitizing. I am going to go this…read moreweek but not professional I know this NW BBQ. Show me a Rib dinner 4 tender ribs bring me in to the BBQ

Lemme tell you about hitting up Baekjeong in Lynnwood. Will…read moreand Tyler were GOATED. Also there was this other server who told me about the Columbia tower he was nice too. Equally as goated. Lunch box was shaken like a pro, I usually have to subscribe to see that kind of action in person. Will and Tyler and other dude had great conversation. Arguably one of the better experiences I've had in Washington. Shout out this location.

We've been to this location twice and it's a solid spot! Staff and management are always friendly…read moreand accommodating. This past time, we went during a holiday weekend and they were short staff but we know they did their best. Food tastes great and we had a nice time.

A vacation vibe, right in Edmonds! Could Jen the owner be any sweeter? She was incredibly…read moreattentive, even during busy service. And the food? Absolutely delicious. We tried the fries and the jalapeño bread alongside our drinks, both of which contained rum. They were clearly effective as I do not recall their names. The vibe was so fun as well. They even host events like dancing and karaoke. We'll be sure to check it out. Soon come!

A friend and I were in Edmonds to see "The Outsider" - don't miss it - at the Wade James Theater,…read moreand were in the mood for something different for dinner. We decided to try Calypso. We shared the Curried Goat - interesting plate of kale, rice, tostones, and of course the curried goat. Not sure I've had goat before - a little tougher than lamb, but pretty good, I'd say. Not sure I feel the need to go back to Calypso, but did appreciate the Caribbean excursion. The back dining room was dimly lit and comfortable. Service was solid.

Good, old-fashioned, local pub. Small, dark wood interiors, friendly bartenders, jovial crowd,…read moreMariners on TV, good WA craft beers - exactly the best kind of place to wait out the rain, a ferry pickup, partners shopping, a game, or an afternoon running on into evening. Didn't try the food - menu looks like English bar food. Want a fun, cozy pub - this is the spot. Btw, there are cute shops nearby - something for everyone!

Love their Shepard's Pie! Also had a Ginger Beer. They went very well together!…read more This is a very nice pub. Makes you think you were are in a real English pub. Service is always great. This is probably my husband's favorite hang out!