This place is a well oiled machine! The ordering is done chick-fil-a style, with a guy in line taking your order, passing it to the counter lady and cook. By the time you get up there to pay and get your drink cup, the food is already coming up. I ordered the pull pork plate with 2 sides and a drink for $11! Can't beat that price. The fries came out hot, the pork was juicy, and the greens flavorful. Doesn't come with sauce on it but there's plenty of options on the dressing table to pick from. The only downside is the parking situation... it's insanity, with folks here in work trucks, cars, motorcycles, you name it. The line just to get in the door can be long, but the staff does a great job of getting people in & out within the time of their lunch break. Pack your patience & give them a try! read more

Fatman's Smokehouse BBQ - #5 Lunch Special - Barbeque Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

Pulling up here to a full parking lot before noon on a Monday was an early sign that I was in for a real treat. I know people throw out places like Texas, the Carolinas and Tennessee as barbecue meccas, but I stand by my claim that some of the best barbecue comes from the great state of Alabama and Fatman's is great proof of my claim. I walked in and there was a line, but it moved fast and the helpless taking our our orders were friendly. The inside is pretty much low on ambiance, but the food is the real star here. Since it was packed inside, I got my food to-go and ate at a nearby park. I had the pulled pork plate with camp stew and potato salad. Everything was absolutely wonderful. I would definitely recommend here and I give it five stars. read more

High quality bbq at very cheap prices. Old timey building, streamlined ordering experience. Won't find an upscale dining experience, but if you are looking for a great family Saturday destination or a great affordable lunch during the work week, then his is your spot read more

I come from Texas. There's no brisket here, but if there were I bet it'd be great. Pulled pork is the bbq and it's great. Good portions for hearty eaters. Good value. The pulled pork has no fat, just meat, tasty not dry. Sides are delicious. Other patrons had bbq fries - oh my they looked fantastic. Since I had both the bbq and the fries I'm sure they are good. Think I'll get them next time. Staff is friendly and food is ready before you pay. Quick, delicious, friendly, what else could you ask for? read more

Barbecue is delicious. love the camp stew, potato salad and baked beans. Extremely friendly service. To the point of almost ridiculous friendly and helpful...Barbecue plates are plentiful. Outside is dive decor (as with most good barbecue joints) My favorite Montgomery Barbecue. read more

Another successful place on our big bbq roadtrip. We are trying to find these mom and pop amazing bbq shops ! Pulled in 45 mins before they close so they ran out of some of the options (specifically rib rips ) Very rustic and old decor , exactly the type we like to go in ! What did we try - 1) ribs slab - fantastic choice . Get them . They are so juicy and tender , and a combination of the white and hot sauce on them..was just excellent 2) wings - served a little cold , and felt like they might have been sitting out for a few hours . They were good but not great . 3/5 3) pulled pork - excellent! Not then best one we had but very good. They had some unique sweetness, and w the hot sauce was very yummy . 4/5 All together , worth the stop . Focus on the ribs ! read more

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No matter how busy they are, the food is ready as soon as you order it! Their Barbecue Pork is incredible, but the star of their lunch is their turnip greens. Unbelievable! Not a showy place, but you aren't there for atmosphere. You are there for the outstanding food. Can't be beat. read more

I stopped at Fatman's Smokehouse BBQ on the way to the airport to pick up some slabs and I am glad I made that decision. Fatman's is a solid spot for ribs. The price is now $27 a slab, which is not quite the value proposition at $21 I see elsewhere as it has been. They have pulled barbecue and some other offerings, but this place is all about the ribs and that's alright by me. I sat down after ordering the three ribs and fries plate with a drink. The fries were good and so were the ribs, good enough I added a slab to my order to pack in my luggage. It was Iron Bowl Saturday and Fatman's is definitely in Tide territory. Given they were closed for Thanksgiving and the day afterwards, the ribs seemed not to have the smoke as one would expect from the name of the place. The barbecue sauce is a little on the sweet side, which may be a consideration for some people. Offering a spicy version of the sauce would be my recommendation. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. They wrapped them up for packing in my luggage as I requested over the phone before I arrived. The place is dated, but I had no cleanliness worries as some seem to exaggerate in their ratings. Fatman's gets three and a half stars and could easily be four stars if they kept them in the smoker longer to get the smokehouse flavor deeper in the ribs and render out a bit more of the fat and caramelize them a bit. Generally, more time in the smoker would be my recommendation, but your mileage may vary if you come under normal circumstances when they have not been closed for a few days and have more time with the ribs. I can well understand the obvious repeat business from customers the proprietors already know. read more

So far this is my favorite bbq spot I've come across in Montgomery. Their smoked wings were cooked perfectly and their pulled pork sandwich is by far the best I've ever had. I will say the place doesn't look the cleanest when you first walk in, but it doesn't affect the taste or quality of the food at all. Highly recommended if you're in the area. read more

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The ribs were delicious. And that is pretty much it. They have weird hours, but it is expected in a small town.

Finally! BBQ worth driving to! Been in town for two months and have been trying to find a go-to BBQ place. Kept missing Fat Mans because I usually can't get there before closing at 2pm. Worth leaving work early once in a while! Service was incredibly fast, everyone was super friendly. Had the rib lunch with beans. Ribs were moist and meaty and the beans were perfect. Just enough parking and seating at lunchtime on a Monday Don't bother going anywhere else. Go to Fat Mans first! read more

Great prices, great food & great services. Like sitting indoors for backyard BBQ. Well seasoned sandwich/fries combo with free drink refills. Try the corn nuggets they will not disappoint, deep fried to perfection just the right amount of corn to still be considered healthy. Love this place for lunch and soon will try it for breakfast as well. Thanks to the crew for providing outstanding customer service. read more

Wow, very disappointed: ribs tough and chewy. We go out of our eay to eat here whenever we travel north. This is our 4th time, all others were excellent, ribs soft and NOT chewy. read more

Love this place. Great meat. Great sauce. Great portions. Very good prices ! I always see a myriad of people in here. White collar, blue collar, military.......good food attracts everyone ! read more

Awesome BBQ and awesome service. A bit "divey," but the best restaurants usually are. A Montgomery must try!

best service food and environment it really did the trick #best food ever read more

I've been 2-3 times and enjoyed the ribs and the fried okra is great. But once I ordered the pork plate that had chopped meat it was like something you'd like if you had issues chewing. its too soft and soggy with no burnt ends. just soft and grey. I just won't order that again when I go back. Their bbq sauce is good. read more

It is rare that I will write a review immediately after dining at a restaurant, but in this case I will make the exception. As I've mentioned in the past, anytime I'm South of Richmond, VA, I always strive to enjoy Southern fare and especially barbecue. BBQ down south is akin to a religion, where generations of pit masters pass along secrets of specific spice rubs, using only certain purveyors to get their hickory or mesquite logs, and of course, controlling temperatures and cook times to get the perfect crust and consistency of the meat. Let me put this in simple terms - Fatman's Smokehouse is the REAL DEAL. The interior is basic and reminiscent of a bbq joint from the 50's. Basic tables with rolls of paper towels, sit on top of a plain floor, dingy lighting, and ceiling fans to cool the otherwise nondescript dining areas. And when you get your food, it is served on Styrofoam with plastic cutlery. But the ribs - OMFG, they are out of this world "amazing". The ribs have that bark that I'm always looking for in good 'cue, which has a slight crunch, but then quickly gives way to tender succulent meat. The only slight detraction is that the rub might be a bit too salty...but that's just my taste. There are a variety of sauces near the drink station, of which I recommend the "hot" and the "white" sauce. The "hot" sauce is the House bbq sauce with a spicy (but not too spicy) kick to it. The "white" sauce taste like a mix of ranch, light horseradish, and mayo. It doesn't sound like it would be appetizing, but trust me, you will be surprised at how good it is. I also got the house beans as a side, and a nice bonus is that there are strands of pulled pork mixed in. The beans have a slight molasses notes but the smoke flavor helps to temper the sweetness. But having the pulled pork mixed in with each bite, really elevates the humble beans to awesome side dish. I don't normally think of Alabama as one of the classic centers of BBQ, but Fatman's has changed my mind. The ribs here rival ANYTHING I've had in Memphis, North Carolina, and come close to the mecca of Kansas City, MO. I'm only in town for a few days for business, but I have a feeling I'll be eating here...A LOT! read more

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Awesome place to eat for you and your family. This is the best bbq in Montgomery hands down. The staff are always friendly the restaurant is always clean and they serve you very quickly. Take out or dine in plenty of seating none on the outside. BBQ fry's are a must try as well as some fantastic ribs. read more

Fatman's Smokehouse BBQ - BBQ ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

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I like the ribs. Quick service, I was in and out in 5 mins - during busy hours of lunch. Try their white sauce mixed with hot bbq.

Service was efficient and fast- pork was good and a large serving on my sandwich. Ambiance was okay for this kind of place

Legit! Flavor is there. Price = super affordable. Actually, I shouldn't say this but I think their price is too low. The lunch combo comes with 3 ribs, a side, slice of bread and a drink for $8.50. Ridonkulous! These ain't no skinny ribs either, you get a meaty portion with a nice smokey taste that will hit your taste buds from all angles. The location is a bit run down but that's what makes it great. One day I might try their wings but I am feeling the ribs so I will stick to what I know. Check this place out for a quick lunch. You won't be dissappointed. P.S. make sure your tags and stuff are all up to date, tons of Police eat here. ;-) read more

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This place has amazing food. It's real cooking and great value. I had the bbq salad and it was fabulous. I don't remember which sauce I used but it was good and not loaded with sugar. You know in Alabama they put lots of sugar in everything. read more

After being in the south for the better half of my summer I've had the pleasure of trying out quite a few BBQ spots. Fatman's is by far the best. It's located in a small red building that screams "good BBQ." The restaurant is very clean and the service is friendly and fast. I ordered the pulled pork plate with 2 sides of greens (YUM!) My lunch was only $7 what a steal! I especially loved how my pulled pork was unsauced so I could sample the different assortments of BBQ sauces made available for use. I particularly favored the spicy BBQ sauce and the white BBQ sauce. The greens were perfect and delicious. Not to mention the portions were huge! If your looking for a great BBQ spot to grab some grub I'd highly recommend stopping by! read more

Fatman's Smokehouse BBQ - Pulled pork plate with 2 sides of greens - Barbeque Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

I was starting to lose faith in Alabama BBQ before trying this place out. The food here was amazing. I ordered a half rack of ribs and some mac n' cheese. The ribs were perfectly cooked. They were tender, but not overly tender like you will find a some establishments. Also, none of the BBQ came pre-sauced. If you ever go to a BBQ restaurant and the meat comes pre-sauced this should be a red flag. The mac n' cheese was good, but nothing special. I feel that the sides at a BBQ restaurant are often overlooked, but often can set a place above the rest. They had a wide range of sauces to choose from, but the "hot" BBQ sauce was the best. As someone who loves BBQ and also smokes meat on a regular basis, I had to try the white BBQ sauce to compare notes. I found it to have too much of a mayo taste. I think they could fix that by adding more vinegar and some extra spices. Overall the food was really good and it was nice to finally find a decent BBQ joint here in Montgomery. This will definitely be a recurring stop whenever I am visiting Montgomery. read more

Fatman's Smokehouse BBQ - Half Rack and Mac - Barbeque Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

Great barbecue! Great staff! Super fast! Reasonable prices! Just wish they had a bigger building with better seating.

Personally I view that BBQ spot's baked beans are as important as their meat. That being said, this place was a solid tasty pulled pork plate. I asked for inside/outside meat and was told that they smoke their meat and that's why they don't have "bark", though I did find some..Their baked beans were good, on the sweet side and very similar to Bushes. I would come back if ever in the area, but wouldn't make a special trip. read more

I'm driving through alabama on a road trip and with a google search what I should be eating in alabama besides southern food is white bbq sauce. Fatman's bbq was the only thing open at 8 in the morning. Hence the hour they only had breakfast and while my heart sank that my white sauce adventure had come to a halt, the breakfast looked good anyway so it wasn't a lose. But then the cook or the owner (dunno) asked if all I wanted was a bbq sandwich and saved the day! The bbq was so flavorful and moist, the bun had butter or something melted to make it toasted and crisp but also melt in your mouth along with that meat.... As as for the white sauce, it was good. Leaned towards a mayo style sauce which I expected but also had no idea what to expect. Sweet tea was perfect too, no weird after tastes from cheap tea or bad water and not too much sugar but nice and sweet! That's important to a tea drinking texas chick. The guy up front and his staff where super nice and everything was super quick. Also wanted to note that everything tasted fresh and of quality product for what you are paying which I thought was a good value in my book. All round 5 stars for this place and thanks for being open early and being empathetic to feeling what would make my day. read more

I eat at Fatman's EVERY TIME I go to Montgomery (several times a month from Pearl, Mississippi). BBQ is excellent and delicious, as is the Cole Slaw and Banana Pudding. However, the Greens are the BEST I HAVE EVER EATEN IN MY LIFE - bar none !!! I'm always met with friendly and courteous service and always thanked and asked to come back. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for anyone wanting GREAT BBQ and GREAT SERVICE !!! Absolutely Fantastic !!! read more

Ordered wings and camp stew. Wings were big but not my favorite. Camp stew was tasty. Corn nuggets were the best part. Quick service. Sauces were good. Husband said rib tips were good but I didn't try them. Took his word for it. Can't say I'd go back. But it wasn't terrible. Just not my tastebuds' favorite flavors. read more

The pulled pork sandwiches were amazing and the BBQ sauce was even better. We bought a pound of pork to go and it was super generous and tasty. Highly recommend Fat Man BBQ!!! read more

Great barbecue at a super great price.... Nothing fancy ( always the best sign it's legit) . Ordered the barbecue sandwich (inside pulled pork, Mac n cheese and sweet tea. Absolutely delicious. Should have ordered one for later because I was craving it at supper time! read more

Oh my goodness!! I can't avoid giving this place all five stars!! We came as a group of four for a quick lunch break. The line was backed up to the door but it went really fast. They are super quick about taking your order, getting your money, and getting your food to you. I had the pulled pork plate with two servings of greens and I LOVED it! I am sad that I'm only here for another week, but I'm considering eating here everyday next week. It was that good and only $7! The place was clean and what you'd expect for the little hole in the wall BBQ joint that it is. But go here. Do it asap because it's delicious and cheap. You won't be disappointed. read more

I went here for lunch, and convinced a gaggle of people to join me because the reviews were so good. I will say that the prices are pretty great, and the sauce selection was . However I was very underwhelmed with the pulled pork. A friend had the wings (didn't like) and chicken tenders which he said they tasted like they were microwaved. If you want okay bbq, with Incredibly fast service, check it out. Also-they have good banana pudding which you can get as a side with your meal. read more

What great BBQ and at a great price!! We found Fatman's on Yelp and decided to try it based on the reviews and, who wouldn't trust a BBQ joint named Fatman's?!?! We had the ribs platter (3 ribs, 1 side, drink = $8) and the BBQ pork salad (you could choose either pork or chicken). The ribs were cooked perfectly and had the right amount of pull to them. They were seasoned well with a rub and because they weren't slathered in sauce before serving, they still had some crisp to them. The BBQ pork salad was a good size; it comes with a lot of pulled pork, lettuce, and tomato, and it's only $6. I ended up eating all the salad part and had a few ounces of pork leftover that I brought home. We also had the baked beans and banana pudding. The baked beans are REALLY good!!! IDK what they do, but they are way better than normal. They aren't sickly sweet like some beans can be, but they aren't overly smoky either. You should just try them. The banana pudding was also delicious. It tastes like a really creamy vanilla-banana pudding with some vanilla wafers mixed in. The restaurant is straightforward with no frills. Order and pickup your food at the counter in styrofoam containers and clean up after yourself when you're done. QED read more

Fatman's Smokehouse BBQ - BBQ pork salad - Barbeque Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

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Delicious & well priced. I had the pulled pork plate with fries, banana pudding, and a drink for under $10. The pulled pork was great and didn't even need sauce, but I threw a little bit of their house hot bbq sauce and it was even better. Banana pudding was a great dessert to wrap up with. The place doesn't look like much on the outside, but it definitely deserves a visit. The staff was super friendly and the service was great...thanks! Conveniently located near Gunter Annex. read more

Fatman's Smokehouse BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

Went here for lunch with some friends. Excellent little hole in the wall. Try BBQ place. Not a lot of choices and that makes it great. Owner/manager takes your order while your standing in line, he drops it off and by the time you pay your food is done! Genius! They have a local bbq sauce that is terrific. Food was excellent. All of us got something different and everyone loved it. If you like okra (I don't) apparently it's the best ever. I got the Mac and cheese and potato salad for my sides. Both homemade and incredible. I went with the pulled pork. Again excellent. The ribs looked good also. If your in the area definitely give this place a shot. Line gets long but moves fast. read more

The cashier was super sweet the food was decent, especially for what you pay and how quick it came out. However, I sat under the TV bc it was in the back of the place and it was off. Several tables were occupied and it gave me the desired distance from everyone else so I could eat in peace. Soon as I get to eating the one (mid 20's maybe) chick who worked there turns it on at a pretty high volume. Like wtf. No one was even watching it. Zero regard for the customer. She could see I was visibility annoyed - we made eye contact - and she turned it up. read more

The food itself was good.The very 1st time I went the cook was wearing gloves but the next couple times I noticed they were not!This sickened me being that they fix the food right in front of you and clearly touching it.This is during breakfast hours when literally you are watching them make sandwiches on the grill.Needless to say I haven't been back! read more

This is literally the best meal I have eaten in a long time. In our party of 4 we ordered ribs (thick meaty smoked to perfection) bbq pork sandwich (the kids tore them up), chicken wings (best I've had in years), fries, funnel cake fries (yes you read that right), and the banana pudding. My only regret is we live hours away. We hate stopping during road trips and my preteen just told us that was well worth the stop! It's a quick drive off of 65, you will not regret it. read more

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