Hands down the best BBQ in the state. Would put the…read morebrisket up against the big Texas boys. Ribs are phenomenal. Sides are great. Deserts are great. Pulled pork is pulled pork. Awesome people. If you are heading to Chattanooga from Atlanta it's worth the drive off 75 to go here. Exactly what you want from a legit bbq place. Limited seating indoors. But nice screened in porch and tons of seating outdoors in the back. Highly, highly recommend.

I finally rode out to Wardlaw's Lucky Eye Q and I'm honestly still trying to process how good this…read moreplace is. This is one of those "out of the way, but worth every mile" type spots. No fluff, no gimmicks... just straight-up barbecue done right. I ordered the super sampler, which comes with five meats and three sides for $48, and let me tell you... the portion size is insane. This isn't your typical sampler you share between two people. This is easily enough food for four or five people. The pictures honestly don't do it justice. Let's talk about the meats. The brisket was everything you want. Juicy, tender, perfect fat-to-meat ratio, and the bark was excellent. Same with the ribs -- tender but still holding together when you pick them up. No sauce needed at all. The pulled pork... I don't say this lightly... this is the best pulled pork I've ever had. It melts in your mouth and is packed with flavor. It actually made me wonder how good their pulled pork sandwich must be. The sausage surprised me. I usually get tired of sausage quickly, but this one had a unique flavor and was one of the best I've had. The chicken was also tender, juicy, and well seasoned. Now the sides... Cheesy grits were extremely flavorful and easily compete with some of the best I've had. Mac and cheese is simple, homemade, and done right. The green beans were some of the best I've ever had -- not sure what they're doing, but it works. Potato salad was excellent, baked beans were sweet and spot on, and even the Brunswick stew (which I don't usually go for) was solid with a more tomato-forward flavor. Dessert sealed the deal. The banana pudding absolutely lives up to the hype. Every bite has those crushed wafers mixed in, and the texture and flavor are just perfect. One of the best banana puddings I've had anywhere. They also have multiple house sauces (Carolina, Texas-style, Georgia-style), and the Georgia sauce was my favorite. Service was A+. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and helpful, even while the place was packed. And yes, it gets PACKED. I got there right when they opened and there was already a line. They do have extra seating outside, but if you don't get there early, be prepared to wait or take it to go. Parking, though, is actually not an issue. There's parking across the street, some on the side, and a large dirt lot in the back where most people were parking. Even with how busy it gets, there's plenty of space if you know where to look. I honestly can't believe a place this good is tucked away in northwest Georgia. This is one of those true hidden gems... but the locals clearly already know. This ride was 100% worth it. This is easily top two barbecue spots I've had in Georgia... and it might be pushing for that number one spot.

Trading Post Smokehouse is situated atop Lookout Mountain, not far from Cloudland Canyon State…read morePark, the Lula Lake Land Trust and the Cloudland Connector Trail system. It makes for a hearty lunch after a morning hike, bike or run. My last visit was on a snowy Friday afternoon. I had the 8-dollar pork barbecue sandwich with a side of green beans and mashed potatoes. The barbecue checks all the boxes: smoky (not plain),tender and juicy (not dry) and well-cut (not too stringy or chunky). The slaw and sweet sauce were a nice accompaniment. The sides were good and what you might expect. They weren't overly cooked, salted or spiced, and my young son enjoyed them. The location has a healthy amount of mountain/country ambience, a cabinesque feel complete with wood carved animals and clever signs. Locally made a Shaker furniture and bags of pork rinds are for sale out front. At the moment, the main dining area is closed, so we ordered at the walk-up window and waited in the cozy, enclosed and heated porch area, which has both table and counter seating. The food was ready quickly and the folks were friendly, credit cards were accepted and bellies were filled.

I went to this barbecue restaurant and after eating outdoors at a picnic table, I asked to use…read moretheir restroom. They told me they did not have any public restrooms and that I was not allowed to use their facilities. Even though this is a walk up window, they still provide a covered indoor cubicle tables and outdoor seating for customers so from what I understand, they're supposed to allow public restroom usage for paying customers. I give this restaurant one star for poor service.

We were in the mood for some live music and good southern food so we decided to checkout Smoke…read moreHouse on Monteagle. The restaurant is located behind the namesake lodge and has ample parking. They had a nice fireplace going on outside due to chilly weather. Inside was a super cozy southern vibe kind of a place. There were a lot of music memorabilia on the walls. The live music was really good. Randy Finchum kicked off the music and played original and sometimes hilarious songs. He made sure to crack a lot of jokes and stories between the songs. For food we tried fried pickles, fried okra, fried brussels sprouts, and sausage with onions and peppers. Yep...no sight of greens but man was everything delicious. Also, they have cheap beers available but only in bottles. If you're in the mood for some good southern food with a cozy funky vibe then checkout Smoke House.

It was National Pickle Day, so naturally I had to stop somewhere and eat something pickle themed!…read more We were passing through Monteagle on a road trip and stopped here for a little snack -- fried pickles and okra. The breading ratio was awesome, thin enough to not overwhelm and make it too thick and dense. Came out steaming hot so clearly made fresh. Decor inside was adorable. Had a stage for live music in the evenings. Really kind staff. I'd made it a point to stop again if I ever find myself in that neighborhood again.

Best BBQ in Lafayette GA!!! Seriously the service and food is the best!! We've tried Lucky Eye Q…read moreand they're honestly horrible. The food was burnt, not great flavor and the service is slow. We've tried Hanks and it's nothing but a bunch of teenage kids running the show and both times I've gotten nothing but attitude we will not go back! Geo's has never disappointed! Best fast, friendly service! Amazing good we've tried a bit of everything and there's nothing that's bad it's so good! As far as the atmosphere, you simply call in or place your order and pick it up. Its not a eat in experience it's basically like a food truck in a way but it's too notch hands down!

Geo's Smokehouse wasn't on our radar at all while we were on the way to Little River Canyon, but as…read morewe drove past, we saw a huge column of smoke emanating in the distance. We thought it was perhaps a fire, but as we drew closer, we found that it was actually a barbecue place. Definitely seemed promising, but we weren't hungry at the time and decided that we would pick up some food on the way back. That we did - we drove up right around dinner time and as soon as we parked and ordered another 4 cars pulled up. This place certainly is popular and I don't know why there isn't another review up yet. Geo's is a very casual takeout joint where you order at a window. There are a couple of tables nearby, but we didn't see anyone for either lunch or dinner (probably because it was so cold outside!) The menu is pretty simple and very affordable and we ended up getting just a single plate since we still weren't that hungry: Pork Plate ($8.49) - We got a lot more food than I expected for the price. This came with two sides, of which I chose the baked beans and the coleslaw. The beans were pinto mixed with a bit of onion and some pulled pork. The baked beans were sweet, savory, with the slightest bit of spice, and a very distinct kind of charred flavor. The shredded coleslaw is pretty typical - a bit of a tang, sweet, with a bit of a kick from copious amounts of black pepper. The meal also came with a standard dinner roll on the side. The pork was the star here - meaty, well seasoned, with a good smoke flavor. The larger interior chunks were perhaps a bit on the dry side, but there was an appropriate amount of sweet and tangy barbecue sauce on top to moisten things up. Overall the food was good for the price. Geo's doesn't really have anything earthshattering here, but the food is pretty solid and is a good choice for a small town.

This is our first visit to Hickory, the owners are amazingly friendly. Our waitress was kind of…read moreneutral and acted like she didn't really want to be there. The food was good, but the major drawback is that a large plate only had four ribs, one of which you could barely call a rib. The second, drawback for me is that the ribs came with sauce already on them. That's like a major no-no in my book. I know, everybody has their preference, but I prefer to sauce my own food if I feel that it's necessary. To be honest, barbecue should stand on its own without sauce and sauce should only be there to enhance the flavor. The meat was tender, but I couldn't really get a feel for the flavor of the meat because the sauce interfered with that. The pulled pork plate was good. Also, my girlfriend said she enjoyed that. But again, sauce should come on the side in my opinion. I have no real complaint against this place, but I wish I had known ahead of time that the ribs came with sauce on them and I wish that I had known that there were only four ribs on the plate, I would've ordered a whole rack. Prices are good, the place is clean, and as I said, the owners are very welcoming and warm people. Give this place a go, it's worth a trip! But just ask questions before you order!

Wow, the fried okra is amazing. The pork has a very satisfying smoked flavor…read more The service is attentive and very friendly. Sorry, no collard greens, and I'm not sure why. The dining area is very comfortable with homespun large wooden kitchen tables. They serve catfish, but only on Saturdays.

They're known for their ribs, so my husband got the rib plate. I got the pork sandwich. The pork…read morewas good: not too fatty. Likewise, the sauce was really good. The ribs were tender. The portions? Well, my sandwich came with a fork! We went for a late lunch, and we might not need dinner. The counter staffer was friendly and helpful.

NEXT LEVEL smoked BBQ ribs! Generous portions at amazing prices with super friendly service. The…read morecoleslaw is fresh with crunchy cabbage with a slight tang... not that floppy sweet coleslaw mess many restaurants serve. The rib plate had at least 5 ribs with smaller cuttings of the cartilage ends tucked under the ribs! You know it's done right when you can chew the cartilage and the meat "nearly" falls off the bone. If the meat really does fall off, it's overcooked. Not here. Cooked to perfection. Next time I'll try the beef plate.

Great shopping experience…read more I always stop in when I am in the area. This is the only place were I can get smoked whitefish. They also have a great selection of other smoked fish and meats, along with a nice selection of foods from Europe. The service is fantastic. They suggested several item for my wife and she loved them. We will return.

Good bbq. Tender meat,fast service,friendly people and good prices. Get there before they sale out.read more

Delicious food. Came out super quick and staff was very nice. Looking forward to coming backread more

All the food you see here is marvelous! The tater salad tastes like Mama made it - if your Mama was…read moreSouthern and had good taste. The collards are on point. The sausage and pork are just plain goodness. Make sure to ask for the spicy bbq sauce cause that just makes this all taste better. The staff will come around several times to make sure you're doing good. At least they do every time I'm here - which is somewhat often. Be sure to grab a Togo box because there's enough for at least one more meal!

We loved Pigeon Mountain, so Petunia's Silver Jalpeno was a welcome sight today. They've been open…read moresince mid-2024. Pulled pork has a wonderful smoked flavor. Warm and personable staff. Simple and reasonably-priced sandwiches. Tasty dessert. Wonderful ambience. The chef is acclaimed. I almost asked for a job application, just so I could eat there every day. It's worth the drive. Let's support this restaurant!

The staff here is amazing. Always friendly and welcoming. The food is great too. Outdoor patio is…read moredog friendly.

Absolutely loved this place! It's a counter-service spot, but the experience felt way higher than…read morethat. My friend and I both ordered the three tacos -- one of us got brisket and the other got pork butt -- and we shared. Everything was tender, flavorful, and so good. We both got mac & cheese on the side, and it was amazing. Once you sit down, there's a whole lineup of sauces to choose from, which was super fun to try. And even though it's not table service, there were always staff walking around checking on us and making sure we had everything we needed. Huge plus. They also have goats outside the restaurant and actually give you lettuce to feed them, which was such a unique, unexpected touch. Overall, great food, great vibe, and such a memorable experience. It's on the corner of a hill right when you pass out of Chattanooga so you can't miss it!

While the service was out of this world, the BBQ left much to be desired…read more I ordered brisket and ribs. The brisket I received was very fatty and the ribs were oddly greasy. Neither were sauced and while the sauces on the table were plentiful, they were watered down. Too liquid to really stick to the meat and provide any flavor. Sad because the options looked interesting yet fell flat on taste. I absolutely loved the location. Up on hill, overlooking the skyline of Chattanooga was a beautiful site. It offered a relaxing diner feel with a good amount of space to enjoy my meal without other patrons being on top of me.