Hardwood BBQ

Having tried about a dozen BBQ restaurants in and around Asheville I wanted to try some BBQ in…read moreKnoxville. I ordered the ribs and they have dry rub and looked dry; however, they were fall off the bone and amazingly tender. The flavor was what you want from a rib - lots of great smokey taste. The dry rub was a perfect mix of sweet & spicy. Probably one of the best ribs I have had in a while. The side dishes were good but not mind blowing. Great service.

Took my Sweet heart to Sweet P's after a concert one evening and we enjoyed it. The regulars in…read moreline recommended the pulled pork and swore by their sides and I can see why. I really enjoyed the creamy mac and cheese and banana pudding. The pulled pork was okay but not too flavorful and quite dry (without adding sauce). Good barbecue, but hard to stand out in this space.

Brisket with green beans and greens

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The Humble Hog

4.3(96 reviews)

5.3 mi

Get the smoked wings with no sauce…read more Their rub is a fantastic Nashville hot rub, so sweet and savory with great skin. They had a lot of other great looking things on the menu, but I just kept it simple. Smoked chicken wings is a very underrated barbecue dish. Brisket and pulled pork usually receive all the height, but you can't go wrong with a good smoked wing.

This is the definition of elevated barbecue. There are a host of options downtown and I believe…read morethis restaurant is from the same folks that did Chivo and Stock and Barrel which are two of my faves here in town. We had been meaning to try Humble Hog as I'm a huge fan of smoked bologna so I was disappointed to find that is only served at lunch. Our server was attentive and super sweet. She made some solid recommendations and we took her up on them. We opted instead for a few small plates and my wife and I shared the brisket. We opened with lobster hush puppies and burnt ends. The burnt ends were terrific, well seasoned, wonderfully smoked and a fair portion size. The hush puppies lacked lobster but were still tasty and cooked made to order. From there we indulged in the chipotle smoke Mac and cheese, brisket and corn pone. The brisket was terrific and tender and well smoked, the Mac and cheese was SUPERB and definitely had a spicy little kick but the corn pone was awful. I understand that it's essentially cornbread pancakes but there was zero flavor and they were almost cold. I was looking forward to these because you don't see them on the menu many places abut they were not good. Cornbread served like this should be made to order and served hot and fresh. We finished with the banana pudding which was excellent and I think the finish the top with marshmallow fluff that they torch to give it a smoky taste. So when you head down to humble hog go at lunch and try the bologna, I bet it's amazing...and skip the corn pone.

Smoked bologna sandwich and fries!

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So good, Pulled bork on Brioche Bun center, house coleslaw and bottom is Kimchi Brussels sprouts

Love That BBQ

4.5(107 reviews)

2.4 mi

Two old foodie guys do all for this little casual diner. its ready within 5 minutes after you order…read moreat counter. Pulled pork Barbecue is reasonably priced and very tasty. Hush puppies made with extra ingredients and yummy. Potato salad, Cole slaw and baked beans all flavorful and banana pudding made with peanut butter cookies on top for extra zest.

Terrible brisket. More like pot roast. Should have walked out before ordering after asking if I…read morecould get moist/fatty brisket instead of lean and the lady taking orders didn't know what I meant. The gentleman making the plates said it was all "juicy" because it sits in a broth. Gave it a shot anyway and it was very salty. I'm guessing it was from the broth it sat in. Sides were decent. Very nice people. 2 stars for the sides and great service but maybe the worst brisket I've ever had. If you go I'd recommend trying something other than brisket, especially if you know good brisket. When leaving the lady at the counter said next time we have to try the ribs. I'd definitely take that advice because the brisket is NOT it!

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Dead End BBQ

3.6(416 reviews)

5.8 mi

Deadend for lunch today. That Grilled Beef and Cheddar was out of sight! The fries were not,…read moreusually top tier, today they were cold while someone else at our table had to wait for theirs. Our server Dani was great though and kept everything else on time.

My wife and I visited Dead End BBQ while in Knoxville after searching for nearby restaurants. The…read morerestaurant was very clean and organized, and our server, Lily, was friendly and attentive. My wife ordered the burnt ends with fries, and I ordered the pulled pork with fries. She thought the burnt ends were pretty good, but about one-third of them were fat. My pulled pork was just okay, as some of the meat was a little dry. The seasoned fries were good and had just the right amount of seasoning. Overall, the meals felt a little expensive for the portion size and quality. It wasn't bad, but it was nothing to rave about, and we don't plan to return.

Dead End BBQ - Sutherland Ave.

Randall's Kitchen Sink Burrito

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Sauces

Bustin Butts BBQ

4.9(18 reviews)

7.5 mi

We asked Yelp for any recommendation for the best BBQ around the area and Bustin Butts BBQ came the…read morefirst. And that was NOT a lie! The food was great--our favorites were the Bbq ribs and smoked green beans. We decided to dine in for the experience. However, the place has a drive thru for orders and pickups. The place offers a large parking spots for customers that dine in and shop at their local grocery inside the lot.

The most amazing bbq I've ever had in my life!! Drove an hour to try it was worth it 100%read more

The place offers a drive thru orders and pickups.

Bustin Butts BBQ - I like the fact that the bathroom is behind the truck, it just feels more comfortable than being inside a restaurant. Nothing fancy!

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I like the fact that the bathroom is behind the truck, it just feels more comfortable than being inside a restaurant. Nothing fancy!

Stock & Barrel

4.4(2k reviews)

5.2 mi

Amazing! First of all, they have an incredible whiskey and bourbon selection. Very impressive back…read morebar which gives it a unique gastropub feel. Great downtown location with both indoor and outdoor seating. Bison burger medium was very tasty! Love the fresh cut French fries. We also had the Chicken and Waffles with fries which was also very good and I highly recommend if you are looking for something other than a burger. Very large portions, so make sure you come hungry! Wonderful and quick service! Definitely will recommend to anyone visiting and will always remember the burger and fries.

We had fabulous burgers and wonderful fried pickle chips and onion rings…read more The house old fashioned was tremendous!!! Great service and super cool inside!

Interior

Ring of Fire

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Inside of the restaurant...super small

Lloyd's Barbecue

4.4(45 reviews)

10.7 mi

I'd really like to see more good BBW joints in the Seattle area. This isn't one of them…read more This mobile trailer is found at various locations around Snohomish County and at its base near the Reptile Zoo just outside of Monroe. The calendar is on the web page. But why chase bad BBQ. This wood pellet (Traeger) grill smoked BBQ is dry. The smoke flavor is light to the point of being almost non-existent. The rub is okay, but when a brisket is this dry it's just not worth eating. The other meats are okay. The pork is probably the best thing, and it's just good not great. The ribs were okay too. The sides are about the only reason this has two stars instead of one. The mac and cheese is tasty and well made. The beans are good. Look, I don't write any reviews less than three stars and few less than four stars unless I have visited a place multiple times. Any place can have an off day, and I hate giving lower reviews to small businesses. But this is just NOT good BBQ. And, yes, I know a bit about BBQ, with deep roots in Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, and Italy. I've cooked many briskets. Many. With wood. Cooked many pork butts and ribs. Tons. And so has my family (I have two relatives in the Dallas area who cater BBQ). So, this is not an area where I have no experience. Oh, and don't snicker at Italy in the list. How did your whole goat cooked in a dirt pit turn out? How about that whole pig you cooked? Yeah. Thought so. Sorry, Lloyd's. This is not great stuff. Dang. I wish it were.

I visited Lloyd's for the first time today at the farmer's market in Monroe. I had been looking…read moreforward to trying some of the tasty food I keep hearing about. I especially want to try the pork belly bites, but those are only on Fridays. I ordered the most popular dish, the gomer. I asked what the freshest meat was because the reviews varied. Many stated that there was a lot of dry meats, others report tender and perfect. My suggestion if you don't want to be disappointed is to ask what is the freshest for that moment in time. Pork was it today and it was delicious. I think next time I would rather get the meat plate as all the sides piled onto the pork was a bit over the top for me. I wanted to taste each item they have separately, but it was challenging being piled together. But that is what I get for picking the popular item and not what I think I would enjoy more. Gomer was $12. I see the cost has gone from $10, then $11 and now $12. I would not be willing to pay more than $12 but I understand the cost of food has gone up. Curious why the nacho is $16. If I understand correctly it is just the gomer with chips and cheese. I don't think that is worth $4 more. Maybe the quantity is more too??? Overall, I am happy with my first trip to Lloyd's and looking forward to pork belly bites in my future.

We have Pickled Onions!!

New logo, new wrap, new town.

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BBQ Beans! Without onions!

Oakwood BBQ

4.5(13 reviews)

4.8 mi

I've noticed since moving to Tennessee that most of the bbq places I've been to do not know how to…read morecook a true brisket. I will say I was spoiled with amazing bbq in Texas before moving here! I came across Oakwood BBQ food truck when we stopped at Southside Garage for a few beers. I love food trucks because I always feel like they elevate food typically more then a normal restaurant. I ended up getting some sliced brisket with elotes (Mexican street corn) and coleslaw. I took one bite of the brisket and I literally thought I was back in Texas. I ended up going back up to the window and talking to the employees working and letting them know how great it was. He informed me that the owner is actually from Texas so it makes since he knows how to execute a brisket well. The elotes was good, I've never had it with jalapeños it was different but I wasn't mad about it. I've been to a lot of different restaurants around the area that chop up their coleslaw very finely where it's kind of like a mush which I'm not a fan of, has a weird texture. I like that they keep it the true way. I ended up buying the rest of their brisket they had on hand, I loved it so much!

After a 7-mile river paddle, we popped over to the Southside Garage because we were famished &…read morewanted a nice cold beer to offset the heat. You scan & order online & you'll get a text when your food is up. Mr T & I split a two meat meal -brisket & pulled pork, with a dude of Mexican street corn & the Mexican slaw. Loved the fresh jalapeños on top of the slaw..it was crispy & fresh with just the right amount of slaw dressing. I hate when they drench it in too much sauce. The brisket was fall-apart, melt-in your-mouth meaty goodness. Corn was tasty & id have it again, but nothing is rave over. Definitely try the spicy deviled eggs. Nobody makes deviled eggs is good as momma T, but these are awesome. And spicy! Will hit Oakwood up again soon!

Rib plate w/ loaded potato salad

Mexican Street Corn

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Deviled Eggs

Boss Hogg's BBQ

4.1(570 reviews)

18.0 mi

Excellent high quality ribs served by friendly folks. A must place to go! Outside seating is…read moreoptional and decorated pleasingly.

Amazing! Best ribs in town! Quiet cute place, friendly staff and great service!…read more For local BBQ? #1 spot recommendation. Mac and cheese creamy and delicious! Cole slaw very good! Collard greens great flavor!

Front door

Half Chicken Dinner

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Calhoun's

3.5(656 reviews)

4.7 mi

Kingston Pike location: It has been a few years since we have eaten here but thought it would be a…read moreconvenient place to meet some friends for lunch. Still lunch time, there we were quite a few tables open - not ever a good sign. I ordered the special cod and fries. Three of the four ordered meals showed up - not mine. We got server's attention but it took a while AND came with fries instead of the substituted spinach Maria. The server tried hard to get it correct. She did fine! My cod came out in some triangular format not bite-sized but not fillets either. The fish was mealy and tasteless. The spinach Maria, once a proud favorite, was just lousy. The cheese topping was burned but ok. The spinach was similar to baby food - mushy and tasteless. The server raised my rating up one star by trying hard. My spouse had a good prime rib quesadilla that she like a lot.

We had a wonderful time here...our sever was fantastic and the ribs were delicious...we finished it…read moreoff with key lime pie! Great views of the river...great service and excellent food !!

Wings n fried pickles

Chicken Salad Sandwich

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Calhoun's Biscuit Mix- Make them at home!

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Caleb L.

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10 months ago

Today was my first time here, and it won't be my last! We ordered over the phone and got the 1-lb Brisket with a cup of mac & cheese and baked beans to share. The brisket was very tender and smoky; it was so good! The mac and cheese was so good, and the baked beans had such a good flavor! While I was waiting for my order, I enjoyed looking around at all the different things in the restaurant. The place had a family/cozy feel, almost like they invited you into their own home. Everyone there was super nice and was ready to help anyway they could to make the time there better. When my food was ready, I was asked if I wanted BBQ sauce with my order, and I didn't realize that they had their very own. I liked each of them, as they all brought something different to the table. I'm already planning to come by again soon, as the baked potatoes, wings, and banana pudding looked delicious! read more

Bonnie G.

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2 years ago

We have been there twice. The first time we had the Big Meat Treat and loved all of it! The ribs fall off the bone and are delicious. Loved the bologna and chicken too! The sauces are all delicious and pair well with the meats. The second time we went on Friday for wing night. The wings fall off the bone as well and are fantastic! The service is friendly and the ambiance is inviting. What I love the most is that I am not reminded I ate smoked bbq by tasting it hours later or the next day, like I have from many other bbq places. Great job Hardwood BBQ! read more

Jason F.

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2 years ago

This place is a hidden GEM! The food is spectacular! The service and atmosphere is terrific! The BBQ pork was so tender and moist! The ribs were falling off the bone! The best smoked flavor I have had in a long time! You have to try the "Tater" salad, it is the bomb!!! And if you are wondering the old saying "Kiss the cook" is a compliment and they appreciate it very much! We will be returning for another round soon! Oh yeah, you better come hungry because the servings are of healthy sizes!!! read more

Tracy F.

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2 years ago

My family visited HardWood BBQ today and it was fantastic! My husband and I had the 4 meat sampler platter with 3 sides. The brisket was my favorite. The sausage, chicken, and ribs were wonderful too! We had potato salad, coleslaw, and corn and it was all delicious!! Great atmosphere and friendly service. We will be back for sure!! read more

Amber A.

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1 year ago

Amazing food! We were lucky enough to have them cater a shop lunch for us and we all agreed that this is the best BBQ we have ever had. Sides were delicious as well and the homemade bbq sauce was to die for! Thanks to Brandon for bringing everything we needed for our company lunch as well as the delicious food! read more

Noah L.

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2 years ago

absolutely amazing. no lie one of the best bbq restaurants in Knoxville. the atmosphere is fun and all of the south Knoxville pictures are super cool. the staff was super nice and the food was amazing. highly recommend and if you want good food go here. read more

Cory W.

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1 year ago

The Food and Service at Hardwood BBQ is always amazing. They have exceeded every expectation since day 1. How Bout Them Apples BBQ Sauce changed my life!! Don't tell my grandma, but Kelly's Banana Pudding is the best I've ever had!! Cory Wade read more

Brandi R.

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2 years ago

Stopped by last night to try out the neighborhoods newest restaurant. Loved the atmosphere, service was friendly and take out was very easy. We tried the big sampler plate and it fed my husband and I with left overs for lunch! We will be back read more

Hali O.

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2 years ago

We tried hardwood for the first time and I must say it did NOT disappoint!!! The ribs literally fell off the bone when picked up and the flavor was so good the pulled pork and brisket was just the same we will definitely be coming back 10/10 read more

Julie C.

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2 years ago

We have been looking for a place that has great brisket and finally found it here!! The food is awesome and the service is wonderful as well. Would definitely recommend! read more

Taylor R.

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2 years ago

The food here is SO amazing!! We loved it! The people were friendly and very attentive. The brisket and ribs were so good! Will definitely be back. read more

Olivia H.

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1 year ago

food was SO good!! portions were huge and the owners were great! the best example of a small town family restaurant.

Brandon W.

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2 years ago

Best place in s knoxville for bbq, will be back for more. Service was top notch. Wish I could go more.

Judy G.

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1 year ago

Foods the best ever and the employees are great people the best ribs and baked beans ever

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I'm sorry to say this, and I have never put this in a review, before, but this place absolutely…read moresucks!! This was a decent restaurant before it burned down. Since they have reopened, they have served old, dried out pork and their service issues are so bad that I had to wait 10 minutes in line, with only a single car in front of me, just to order, and another 10 minutes, with no car in front of me, for my order to be fulfilled...and it wasn't even what I ordered! This is one of the few times that I would say that you will receive better food and better service, to drive 10 minutes to their Broadway location, than deal with this failed location. A twenty minute wait for unappealing, old BBQ, with 1 car in line is what you get at the Magnolia Buddy's BBQ. Don't waste your money or your time at this dump. Buddy's has wonderful BBQ and sides at their other locations. I am really not sure why they reopened this one.

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Ordered via Ddash and it was great. The service was fast and the packaging was neat. This…read morerestaurant is always clean and well kept.

I went through the drive through for ordering and the attendant needs a lesson in customer service…read more I will leave him nameless. No "Thank you", just handed a bag and closed the window. To top it off, my order was missing 2 items which caused me to go back inside to get it. My order was not complicated, but their attention to detail and double-checking orders has a lot to be desired. I have had good service at this location in the past; however, today they fell short.

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