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    Gators BBQ

    4.4 (284 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Collard greens, coleslaw, fries, toast
    Michael S.

    Couldn't decide what we wanted to eat so we opted for their smoke house grand slam for $25 which came with chicken, pork, brisket, sausage, ribs, and turkey plus two sides and garlic toast. The menu said it was for 2, but my wife and I both ate our fill and had enough left for another meal. The chicken and ribs both fell off of the bone and had great Smokey flavor. The ribs were a little on the dry side, but not so much that I wasn't going to devour them. The turkey and brisket were both juicy and tender. Of the sides we ordered, I wasn't torn between the coleslaw and the collard greens as to which was better. The restaurant is in an older building, but it was very clean inside and the staff were pleasant. The biggest drawback to having lunch here, is that now I need a nap.

    All of the BBQ sauces were delicious!
    JaneAnne F.

    They say, eat where the locals eat! We stumbled upon their little BBQ joint yesterday after we dropped off a quilt to a friend. The parking lot was filled with work trucks and police vehicles. The restaurant was packed with people. The staff was friendly and the service was great. I had the smoked chicken plate with collards and green beans. I'm picky about collards and these were some of the best that I've had in a restaurant. As we were eating one of the employees was walking around handing out little servings of banana pudding. It was yummy and a really nice touch to an already delicious meal. We were worried we wouldn't get a table but the turnover was pretty quick and a lot of people were getting to go orders. I am sure we will eat here again!

    BBQ egg rolls
    Leigh L.

    All I can really say about the food is delicious! I ordered a Carolina pulled pork sandwich and my friend ordered a BBQ Salad, her husband had a BBQ Potato. Since we were going to spend a lot of time catching up we ordered three appetizers; fried pickles, fried green tomatoes and the BBQ egg rolls. Needless to say, as is normal our eyes were bigger than our bellies. All the mains came home with us. The appetizers were delicious, hot and not greasy. My BBQ Sandwich went into the air fryer many hours later to reheat it and was amazing. Not overly sweet as it seems they mixed the BBQ Sauce in the coleslaw. Definitely try this restaurant for your BBQ cravings. It's off the charts. Not much inside seating, but the ladies kept the tables clean and also came around with free banana pudding samples to try. Money well spent!

    Renea O.

    Best BBQ in town! Stop in and see for yourself. Even if you are not a fan of BBQ try the shrimp! Yummy!

    Dave M.

    Fast service, friendly staff, good Q. Went with the 2 meet combo. Burnt ends and sides are great. Brisket was so-so. Not much smoke, or flavor, sauce was really good and helped with the brisket. No frills, limited seating inside & out.

    2 meat plate - brisket and jalapeno sausage,  bbq beans and Mac n cheese
    Jeremy T.

    I visited this rrstaurant simply because I was in the area. It's a hole in the wall place and you're likely to see a chicken or two in the driveway when you pull in. The dining room is in the front and is small and crowded during lunchtime. The menu is good sized with several options, even seafood and a smoked burger. I decided on the 2 meat plate with brisket and jalapeno sausage, with baked beans and mac n cheese. The plate also comes with 2 pieces of toast, which are buttered and have some parsley on them. Brisket (3/5)- 2 slices, one small and one large, mostly lean with a smoke ring. No seasoning so I added two of their sauces on the table, Texas sauce and sweet sauce. Jalapeno and cheese sausage (2/5) - Was ok, I tasted mostly cheese and no jalapeno. Skin had a snap, juicy on the inside Beans (2/5) - tasted canned and pretty standard Mac n cheese (3/5) - decent, creamy, no exotic cheese used in this Banana pudding (1/5)- tastes like the boxed variety you can buy at the grocery store with artificial flavor, didnt have any real banana slices in the portion I got Overall. I didn't finish the sausage, toast or Banana pudding. This is a blue collar type of place serving average bbq at best, and I don't feel like they're trying to do anymore than that. Their lower prices reflect that too.

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    Food was great and we got our food quickly. The staff was friendly and very efficient getting us in and out of there for lunch.

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    Great food for a great price!! Easy to order food was fast, warm and accurate!! One of the best BBQ in Jax for sure!

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    3 years ago

    Order at counter. Have specials posted. Even tea good !! Usually fast service and come as you are !! Not fancy !

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    4 years ago

    Food is very good! Wide selection including seafood. Service has always been helpful, prompt and friendly. Hidden gem in Marietta!

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    4 years ago

    Quick service, good BBQ food. They've been around awhile and locals love it. They're baby back ribs are delicious.

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    3 years ago

    Best in town . Nothing compares to Gators . Always helpful and friendly when i walk in the door .

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    4 years ago

    Delicious food and the friendliest staff. Our family have been customers for over 10 years. Love Gators.

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    3 years ago

    Great staff, quick service, good food! Stopped here to go further down in FL. A good choice because of the previous reviews left!

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    3 years ago

    Excellent food , excellent service. I would highly recommend this restaurant . The employees are wonderful.

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    3 years ago

    Great BBQ! Not a fan of vinegar-based coleslaw, but that's just me. Everything else is really good!

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    4 years ago

    This place is awesome I like their portion just right, food is excellent, and service is good I don't mind coming back again....

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    3 years ago

    Best bbq ever! The turkey will melt in your mouth!!! By far best food ever and it beats any bbq in Texas! Definitely, our favorite!!!

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    3 years ago

    Excellent food and good service quick service when calling in for pick up . Shrimp,fish and BBQ are all good

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    Very convenient location on the Westside. Excellent Brunswick Stew. Staff very friendly.

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    5 years ago

    The quality of the food never disappoints. Customer service is phenomenal. All of the staff are attentive.

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    3 years ago

    Good food good service, great atmosphere! I would definitely recommend them for good Ole American food

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    Authentic, delicious, and fast! The smoked turkey breast was incredible...tender and flavorful. Worth the trip!

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