Owners are always great to talk to and the food is delicious! A truly unique and wonderful addition…read moreto Sodus.

The name of The Saltbox Smokehouse in Sodus might lead some history buffs to assume that the…read morebusiness is housed in a New England-style house with a sloping back roof. While it is located in a 1800s-era building, the "saltbox" in its name actually refers to its method of curing more than 15 varieties of bacon, one of the specialties of the establishment at 6152 Barclay Road in Sodus, the former home to the Heluva Good! Country Store. The deli/restaurant is a dream fulfilled for the husband-and-wife team of James and Sara Wheaton. The pair enjoyed spending time together in the kitchen and started cooking for large events such as her sister's wedding. With supporters encouraging them to take their cuisine to the next level, they hunted for a place to house a restaurant for more than a year. Finally, the building off Route 104 struck a chord. The eatery serves as both deli and restaurant. Cured and smoked meats, such as bacon, smoked turkey, pastrami and pork loin, can be ordered on their own from the counter. Bacon comes in 15 flavors including apple bourbon, garlic, maple and horseradish. My wife and I recently stopped into the Saltbox on a whim while in the area, after passing the sign for them many times in between trips to Rochester. Small building, and there were already a couple customers there at right around noon on a Saturday. You order at the counter, then sit at one of the 6-8 tables they have in the nicely renovated building, and they bring you your food. They have daily specials, and this days were burnt ends. We both ordered sandwiches - my wife ordered the "On Top of Old Smokey", a sandwich with smoked cheesy meatballs on a sub roll, with a spicy tomato sauce and provolone, served with chips, and I went with the Steakhouse Sandwich, a sandwich filled with brisket, bacon, spicy pickles, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion on a roll, and I swapped out the chips for a side of bacon mac and cheese for an upcharge. We also got a 1/4 lb of the burnt ends to try. The dining area filled up quickly, but our food was brought pretty quickly. We really enjoyed our sandwiches, especially the meatballs which had a great flavor. The mac and cheese was bland, but I have yet to find good mac and cheese at a restaurant in CNY. But the star were the burnt ends - absolutely bursting with flavor, straight up meat candy. Wife and I could've made a meal just outta those. The price is comparable to other BBQ places. The service was fine - employees weren't exactly enthused to be there. No one was rude or anything, but we almost got the feeling we were being bothersome to them, but could've been an off day. We would definitely go back to try other stuff, or just for them burnt ends.

They're fantastic. Been there twice and both times the food was dialed. Even the sides were great…read more The greens were probably the best I've had in New York. Decent amount of smoked turkey and spice. The ribs were perfect. Excellent dry rub and smoked without being dried out. After so many bbq spots closing in this area in the past few years, it's a relief to have this place available. I thought their prices were normal also.

Route 96 BBQ is exactly what you hope to find when you're craving legit BBQ. The restaurant has a…read morecozy, rustic feel with wood-paneled walls and a relaxed vibe that makes it perfect for a casual meal. The ribs are tender with great smoky flavor. You can tell the meat is smoked properly, not rushed. Portions are generous, so come hungry. The sweet cornbread deserve a shout-out too -- moist, slightly sweet that pairs perfectly with the BBQ. Service was friendly and efficient. I also appreciate that they're open seven days a week--it's an easy go-to spot when the BBQ craving hits. Taking 1 star off due to the fact they did not have the brisket or smoked turkey available. Those 2 would have been my go to meat choices! If you're a BBQ fan or just want a solid, satisfying meal, Route 96 BBQ is definitely worth checking out. I'll be back for sure.

They're open Friday, Saturday & Sunday. If you're in town those days this is the place to enjoy a…read moregreat lunch. Our small group enjoyed the salt potatoes and brisket! Definitely worth your time if you're visiting the area!

I have to say, I'm very disappointed to report my recent experience with Black Hart did not hit the…read moremark as well as it did my previous one. Unfortunately, the brisket sandwich was cold and really fatty- nothing like the first time. This time I asked for the coleslaw on the side and they gave me a thimble size (totally not exaggerating!) that didn't even cover a 1/4 of the sandwich - I understand they don't want to give people "extras" but at least give them the standard amount you normally put on the sandwich (I only asked for it on the side so that the bread didn't get too soggy on my way home). Cornbread was dry and wasn't as delicious as I remembered. Mac and cheese, just ok. I will say, the front end staff member was so friendly and kind-pushed their food and catering a little more than needed, but totally understand and know she was only doing her job and help support the business. Overall, so disappointed

Deciding between 3 and 4 stars was tough. The food quality here is pretty good. I especially…read moreenjoyed the slightly Cajun flavored Mac and cheese. I tried both chicken and pulled pork this visit. The chicken is served chunked, not on the bone. The flavor and texture were good but a recognizable and specific piece like a breast or a thigh feels more traditional for a bbq joint. There is a dining room with about 5 tables. No matter where you eat your food it is served in bulky plastic clamshells and all the utensils are plastic. The dining area is beyond casual with thick paper probably from a roll used as a table covering that doesn't get changed after each use. Overall, despite a barebones dining area, I prefer the actual food here to Route 96 BBQ in Farmington/Victor but neither is in the same league for food OR experience as Dinosaur let alone a good Tennessee BBQ place like Jacks in Nashville. Cash discount offered

Ordered takeout for my husband and I - I got the pulled pork sandwich, a side of Mac and cheese,…read moreand a side of cornbread. The person on the phone advices me that the cornbread would be extra, I advised that was fine. Husband ordered a Brisket on Weck with Mac Salad and Baked Beans. We were informed it would be 30 minutes. We picked up and left, as it was raining. They didn't include silverware, which was a bummer because we were taking the food to Victor High for a sporting event. Unfortunately, the Mac and cheese was the best part of my order. It had good flavor, was cheesy. The bun on the sandwich was good, but very dry. Not enough bbq, the pork was too dry to enjoy. And they forgot the cornbread. :/ Husband said his brisket was a 3/5, mac salad was too dry, and the baked beans were okay. Probably won't be returning, we drove from Greece to try this after seeing it on TikTok. Also weird that the website says "order online" but when you click on it, it makes you call. Guy on the phone was nice, but obviously my order was missing an item. Got charged extra for cornbread I didn't get.

A great find! I have driven by this place for some time but never stopped. Finally this weekend…read morewe did. The food was great and the service was friendly/attentive. We were going to try the ribs but they were sold out. That's not necessarily a bad thing! I'll be back to try them. We had one of the pulled pork sandwiches and the Alabama sauce on wings. Both were great. If you're out near Lima or passing through.....check this place out. You won't be disappointed.

Lots to love about this place, and I definitely would return for a second visit. Loved the vibes,…read morethe welcoming service, the cocktails were creative and on point. Overall a pleasing menu. However, execution of food a bit lackluster with room for improvement. All of the bbq meats we had (ribs, brisket, and pulled pork) were quite tough- which for me is very disappointing. I am not sure if we went on an off night, so would like to try again.

Greeted with such friendly energy at a time of day when most are struggling to smile!…read moreThe inside is so colorful , with Tucker the Rooster greeting you straight away! So cute! Ordered chicken wings, mashed potatoes and gravy. There was a wait for the food of approximately 25 mins as all the chicken is cooked as ordered. I had no problem with this as these chewing were the best fried chicken wings I have EVER eaten! And I am not kidding!

Best FRESHLY fried chicken in Monroe County. It's prepared one order at a time so you know it's…read moregoing to be hot, crispy and delicious! One of our group is not a fan of fried chicken and even he said he'd go back! The garlic parm chips and the stuffed tater tots were wonderful (ate tooooo much!). The owner is working her tail-feathers off but still had the time to chat and treat us like guests, and not just customers. We dined in (on a Friday night) and found the ambiance to be homey and comfortable.

A great local, family-owned establishment. Don't pass it up!…read more Just the kind of local, family-owned establishment I enjoy stopping at when traveling. I got the 6-piece fried chicken, which is prepared fresh, and it was wonderful. A great place to check out along your route.

4.5 stars! $33 for 8…read morepieces of huge delicious fried chicken, 1 large macaroni and cheese which was amazing, and 3 corn breads. 20 minutes wait for the chicken was definitely worth it. Huge portion! We also ordered the fried green tomatoes, which were just okay. Overall, this was a great meal with excellent value. We'd definitely come back for the fried chicken and mac and cheese!

Came in from out of town to get the soul food my entire family in Syracuse raved about and they did…read morenot disappoint. The plate was HEAVY and I enjoyed every bit! The staff was friendly and the orders were moving! HIGHLY recommend!

I went to Bobo's for the first time about a month ago and it definitely won't be my last time! I…read morefound it through the Yelp app. I have passed it a million times but never noticed it. There're are basically two people in the kitchen cookin up Soul food goodness. The cornbread would be too sweet for my mama, that's how you know it's perfect for me! I wish that they had full pieces of chicken and not just wings, but I'll take it. Mac and Cheese is my second favorite in the land (the first being the booji mac at The Gate House) and these yams! Ok. I just talked myself into going there this week! I hope they are open.