Holy Smokin's Butts is a fantastic BBQ place I found, based on a Yelp reviews. My fellow Yelpers did not let us down! I loved this place and frankly, although great Mexican food in Tucson is a given, I didn't know they had good barbeque too. They had all my favorites, so my wife and I decided to split the The Big "Q" Platter for $38. This included Brisket, Pulled Pork, Tri-tip, Sausage, Turkey, two St. Louis Style Pork Ribs, and 4 slices of toast with our choice of two eight-ounce sides (we chose the baked beans and coleslaw. My favorites were the Ribs, Brisket, Tri-tip, and baked beans. The turky was solid and smokey. I'm not really a fan of sausage, but my wife enjoyed these. I loved that you could really taste the smokey taste and that everything was fresh, juicy, and tender. The baked beans were the kind of love, with pieces of pork throughout the mixture. Because we split this platter (with leftovers), it was quite a good deal. When the bill came, the waitress listed a bunch of things that qualified for an extra discount, so we scored an additional 10% off for being seniors. If I lived in Tucson, this place would be on my regular restaurant rotation, which is high praise indeed! read more

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We used to love this barbecue spot, but the service has become absolutely terrible. The posted closing time is 8:00 PM, and while I understand it is posted that the dining room closes at 7:40 PM, it is not so serious that you should immediately turn away a family walking in right at that exact minute. Rejecting my wife and two kids and willfully losing out on revenue twenty minutes before the restaurant actually closes is completely unacceptable. I hope management starts paying closer attention to how their staff treats incoming patrons. Your food might be good, but you are not that special. Show some respect to your customers. We will never be coming back. read more

I want to preface by stating that any BBQ spot that "Sells until sold out" is a testimate to good fresh BBQ. So this rating is unfortunately based on the fact that we stopped in for dinner at around 1730, and some things were already low/out. Front or house lacked any energy or emotion. Kind of weird to have someone like that up front. Just an observation. Our actual server was great though. Very nice. Great rapport. Food was pretty good. The Pork Belly, Ribs and Tri tip were fantastic. The let down? Brisket. I don't know how it's possible, but it lacked any flavor outside the bark. Smoke had little to no penetration. It took hot sauce to redeem. And being it was 1730, it was a bit on the dry side. Sides were all good, though we weren't fans of the fries. Real potatoes, which was great....but definitely lacked flavor. BBQ is a very finicky subject in which to review because there's so many nuances. However Holy Smokin Butts does a decent job, worthy of, at minimum, a try. I would skip the brisket next time though. read more

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It's been a while since we visited and this time we ordered through DoorDash instead of dining in. Food arrived hot and fresh. Turkey, brisket, tri-tip, pulled pork and sausage were ALL fantastic, and that says an extra lot because we had to wait for the delivery people to get it to us! Despite the delivery wait, meat was moist and flavorful, great for low carb living. read more

This is a legit spot for bbq. The brisket is tender, juicy, flavorful, and the bark is mouth watering. Pulled pork had excellent smoke and fatty tenderness. The pork belly had great savory flavor, but could be a bit more tender. The ribs were fall off the bone tender and a blast of flavors. Nothing needs sauce to make it taste great, so that's a great sign of real bbq. The potato salad is house made and was my fav side. read more

Holy Smokin Butts BBQ - Ribs, brisket, pork belly, pulled pork - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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This is my second time here, the first time ended with some pretty bad food poisoning and if it wasn't for a friend's birthday party I would never have gone here a second time. I decided to steer clear of the pork ribs and get a burger instead. It was a nice chunk of meat without much flavor or seasoning, French fries with made to order and were nice and hot. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their food. I find the BBQ here somewhat mediocre, the table side sauces were not very appealing and tasted watered down. Our service was excellent, Taylor our server was very friendly and attentive to our needs. Unfortunately they started cleaning the bathrooms before we had even gotten our check so I had to hold it. 2 stars is generous for this place read more

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Holy Smokin Butts indeed is Holy smoked to perfection , the aroma hits you as you enter the establishment, males your mouth water in anticipation of the meal to come. Delicious fall off the bones ribs & brisket that just melts in your mouth. Pricing very comparable to most BBQ places. Lots of seating & friendly welcoming read more

Holy Smokin Butts BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Great name great food. Our waiter was extremely personable and the sandwiches we ordered were so tasty. We got a side of Mac n cheese and that was maybe even better. read more

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This is by far the best BBQ in Tucson! I'm from St Louis and I know good BBQ. This place has a great TriTip. All the sides are fantastic the o ly thing I don't care for is the Mac and Cheese. I would recommend the baked beans though! read more

We had tritips and a four bone rib plate. The ribs and the tritip were very tasty. The side of beans was very good. Homemade sauces really added to the flavor. Enough to take some home for another meal. read more

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Delicious , good portions, nice waiter. Visiting from Chicago so bar is relatively high for good food. Surprise to find this place in Tucson. read more

Cavernous, unadorned industrial space with simple tables and chairs scattered about the massive space. Simple menu with all one might want at a bbq. Staff was helpful, prompt and efficient. The meat was moist and well seasoned. Had the " Add the bird platter" only ate the brisket, slaw and a taste of each meat. $30 for dinner and protein for 3 lunches! read more

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The food was excellent!! Coyote samich was both shredded beef and pork. Melt in your mouth tender!!!! Brisket plates were superb, side of beans awesome and side of potato salad was good! They do door dash too!! Definitely will be return customers!!! read more

Restaurant is open but no delivery until Tuesday. Must not want business. Even though a phone call says order through DoorDash it is not available till Tuesday read more

This was my first time ordering here. The establishment is a little run down but the meat look delicious so don't let that deter you. You can order for take out or dine in experience. The staff was friendly and able to answer questions. I ordered THE BIG "Q" PLATTER which includes Brisket, Pulled Pork, Tri-tip, Sausage, Turkey, two St. Louis Style Pork Ribs, and bread with your choice of two eight ounce sides. For my sides, I picked Mac & Cheese and Potatoe Salad. First, the meat was fall off the bone tender, flavorable, and absolutely delicious. I was pleasantly surprised. The sides were bland in comparison. The Mac and cheese was dry while the potatoe salad was overshadowed with pepper. The bread was simple. The entire meal wasn't excellent but the main meat dish was perfect. A family friendly establishment to get some amazing barbecue. read more

We ordered a combo platter for two, which came with brisket, pulled pork, smoked turkey, and tri tip, plus two sides. Everything was delicious, tender, juicy, tasty. The salads we ordered for our asides seemed a bit on the small side, but salad wasn't the main draw for why we went there! By the time we got to the restaurant, they were out of several of their meats, but fortunately they still had all the ones in this platter. They were pretty busy that evening, but our server was very attentive and friendly. With so many people dining there, it was a little loud, but not so loud we couldn't still carry on a conversation. read more

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We usually love the food here. But this last time, left us with many regrets. We buy the brisket by the pound, as it just makes more sense for us. However, this last time...it was "cutters choice" I should have known better. But against my intuition, I bought our usual lb. UGH. We ended up throwing at least 1/4 lb away because it was all fat. We ended up with the Non-lean type gross . read more

Servers are friendly and help each other, a plus during busy lunch hour! Ample seating available without much wait, can accommodate groups & to go available. Food was both a good portion and very tasty! The location was Veteran and Service dog friendly. read more

This bbq place is soooooooo good. The service has always been fast and friendly. But seriously, the food is delicious. The barbecue smoked baked beans are the best beans I've ever had. The ranch for their salad is homemade. It's amazing. I highly recommend it. I've had so many things off of their menu. I've not been disappointed with anything. read more

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I got the burger and fries combo, and it was honestly one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. The burger was juicy, loaded with flavor, and had just the right amount of char. The bun held everything together without getting soggy, which is always a win. And the fries? Golden, crispy, and perfectly seasoned--no need to drown them in ketchup. I also grabbed a side of pulled pork, because how could I not? It was insanely tender and packed with smoky richness. Not too saucy either, so you could really taste the quality of the meat. Definitely the kind of pulled pork that doesn't even need sauce, but they give you some great and spicy ones anyway. The staff was friendly, the service was quick, and everything came out hot and fresh. It's the kind of place where you can tell they take pride in what they're serving. If you're anywhere near Holy Smokin Butts, go hungry, and you won't leave disappointed. read more

With all the awards they claim to have I heard about I was really looking forward to Good BBQ. Total waste of my time & money. First off: Extra charge for Brisket? No Brats? Extra charge for any sandwich aka Price for TINY sandwich only? 2nd: Tasted ONLY the smoke on the pulled Pork & NOTHING ELSE. Hours posted are inconsistent, closed cause "staff illness-shortage"-?. A jar of cheap BBQ sauce & Deli Pork is way better. Save the money & AVOID. read more

Mediocre bbq. I like to pass this place on the way to Smokey Mo's. It's also crowded and chain like. The service is great.

A long long way from their first place on Wilmont. Best barbecue in Tucson. Sides are good and beer is cold! Beware of pot holes in the parking lot. read more

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Horrible customer service got there at 7:30. Seated at 7:35. And was told the grill is closed. If you aren't going to serve your menu. Just close earlier. read more

This is a place that my wife and I have been wanting to try but it being on the other side of town, it took us some time. The inside of the restaurant is what you would expect the most barbecue or steak restaurants. We were seated quickly, and our waitress took our drink orders. We informed her that it was our first time there, so she went over the menu which is small, but to the point. We got the combo platter which came with brisket, turkey tri-tip pulled pork and sausage. the two sides we got was the beans and mac & cheese and we also got a side salad to share. The meal also came with a side of toast .Everything was very good. The only thing we didn't care for was the mac & cheese, which seemed a bit dry. The platter was more than enough for my wife and I. We will be sure to recommend the restaurant to friends to try read more

Amazing food and amazing service! The moist brisket melts in your mouth and they have amazing fried and mac & cheese. I like the variety in bbq sauces and condiments. Restaurant was clean with a good family dining feel. Split a "Family Feast" between three people and had plenty of meat and sides for leftovers. Best bbq in Tucson that I've tried so far. read more

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Always a good choice for classic BBQ. Great staff and quickly served. Very relaxing atmosphere and quiet atmosphere. read more

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Been waiting a long time to try this place and Ohemgee the beans were so yummy! I can't wait to go back again and try the burgers!

I'm not gonna lie, this was the best burger of my life. Perfectly cooked to medium, tender seasoned patty. Soft buttered bun. Lettuce tomato red onion pickle. Thick lightly seasoned French fries. I couldn't finish it. Do they make their own ranch? What sorcery is this??? I see myself sneaking a bite at midnight. read more

Holy Smokin Butts BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

The brisket is good especially when you get the moist one. Ribs are decent but I've had better. I was very disappointed in the pork belly. They gave me a slab of belly that was dry and chewy. This is how pork belly is done in other parts of the USA. read more

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Holy Smokin Butts is hands down the.vest BBQ in Tucson. Everything is delicious .. Colin is an excellent server highly professional and super fast and just the best! I highly recommend Holy Smokin Butts to anyone looking for great BBQ! 5 stars and up! read more

I normally don't have bad things to say about a restaurant unless it is bad and today there was an issue. I went to lunch with a bunch of people from my community. I must have been the only one that decided to have a Pulled Pork platter because I heard no complaints from anyone about the choices that they made...mine was bad choice! The Pulled Pork was a littel tough and whole lot very dry. But I ate it anyway becasue it took so long to get it served, the service was slow. I was starving at that point, because I knew I was going to one of the best restaurants in Tucson, I didn't eat breakfast. The service was slow, which didn't help the anticipation as well. I guess I won't be getting anymore Pulled Pork from this venue. I got some ideas from those around me what they actually specialize in, when I maybe go back. read more

Great stop! Excellent service and food. All working greeted and accommodated. Food came fast and delicious! Pulled pork sandwich and sausage with potato salad. We had to get a box for leftovers. Will return! read more

Holy Smokin Butts BBQ - Bbq pulled pork and sausage with potato salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This is the best bbq in Tucson. The Big Q platter has a sample of all the meats on the menu. Everything was beyond expectation. Meat was seasoned to perfection and not dry. Rubs were not overpowering and savory. Sauce is available table-side. A delightful assortment from sweet to extra spicy to Carolina Mustard. Pickles, onions and jalapeños garnished the platter. Macaroni and cheese was fresh and extra cheesy. Coleslaw was just the right amount of sweet and vinegar flavor. Texas toast on the side was a buttery sponge for the delicious saucy goodness. Service was quick and friendly. This is a family/picnic style bbq restaurant that Tucson has been missing for years. Pack your appetite, you are in for a treat with hearty size portions. read more

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Holy Smokin Butts is probably the best BBQ this side of Tucson. The meats are cooked just right, I especially like their brisket (moist vs lean). The platters are a great way to try out a few different meats so that you can gauge what you like, and what to order for future visits(and you will keep coming back!--it is that good). The pork belly sandwiches are really good here too and the variety in bbq sauces as well. Personally, I like the mix of the Sweet with the Spicy bbq sauce--flavors complement the meats really well. For drinks, I really liked that they have a prickly pear cider on draft as well as other local beers. The service is really nice and I appreciate that they have a whiteboard upfront that shows whether they're low or have ran our of certain meats...as for the ambiance, I like the no nonsense layout of the restaurant inside and they small booths and big tables for larger groups as well. Certain days/nights I think there is live music here but not 100% sure as I haven't been to any of these events, but def have been here multiple times enjoying the best bbq on the east side. read more

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We were in town on vacation and made a reservation for 6PM on a Friday night. They were pretty full, but still a few tables open, so might be OK to try to get in without a reservation. They had some good local draft beers; I had the Mother Road Station Tower IPA which went really nicely with the BBQ. Two of us shared the Big Q platter which had some of everything. We loved it all! The brisket was so tender and flavorful, the pulled pork was delicious and the sausage and turkey were excellent as well. We had fries and beans as our sides and the fries were definitely fresh cut and fried to order. The beans were a mix of a couple different types and were seasoned nicely with just the right amount of onion and weren't too sweet. We had leftovers to take home so definitely plenty of food for two. Service was excellent and the atmosphere was relaxed and not noisy making it easy to have a conversation. Parking is available in the big shared lot, but was almost full when we arrived and was still pretty full when we were leaving. I'd suggest giving yourself a little extra time to drive around for a spot on busy nights. read more

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The service, The food and the ambiance. Overall a very good experience. I will definitely recommend everyone to visit there. I will be returning myself. read more

First time customer, grabbed the pulled pork sandwich today with a side of Mac N Cheese and their beans. Pork was lean, punching with flavor. Their sauce selection was tasty (believe 5 or 6 on the table, nice to have multiple choices) - also sauce containers were clearly fresh and clean to include the nozzles. I'm staying neutral on the Mac N' Cheese, fell a little flat for our group - in the Styrofoam and likely tossed in a microwave before heading out of the kitchen. Realize not likely 'Tex style, but a panko encrusted top and a moment under the broiler could really up the mac 'n cheese game. Conversely the beans were extra delicious, and I appreciate the sides come in various sizes which is nice option if you choose to order your favorite side in a slightly larger quantity. One hick-up was the bun, way too buttery or oily - not certain. While this did not detract from the many positives, I'd like to see whatever ingredient making that bun 'shine' like the sun walked back, just a bit. Inside super clean and took me back to the mid 80's with the floor layout. As a teen, I used to jockey an all-you-can eat booth for 2-3 hours after navigating what at the time felt like an endless buffet line...You can still see hints of the iconic Gordo's in the shadows. Beer selection was decent, with a nut brown (Oak Creek), a couple IPAs plus 3 or 4 others on draft, and glasses of red / white available for the non-beer drinkers. Finally, Jackie as the host was welcoming and friendly and our server Shawna - did not miss a beat. There were 4 of us, and she was always there when you needed her, and not when you didn't. Great service. Bottom line, will be back read more

Holy Smokin Butts BBQ - Delicious pulled pork, delicious beans, delicious IPA. - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

My wife ordered a Burger, medium well done and Fries. The Burger was RAW inside. Not edible at all. It was too raw for me and I like mine rare. The French Fries were as brown as shoe leather and almost as tough. I complained to the waitress and nothing was done. We took that one home in a box to re-cook for our dogs. I ordered the Coyote Sandwich. It may have been OK but as I had never tasted Coyote I had nothing to compare it too. I also ordered Jalapenos And got three tiny slices out of a can I was told that if I wanted more it would cost me 75 cents. I declined thinking that it was not worth that for three more tiny slices. No. I won't be back. read more

A wait to seat a single person when it's not even busy? And what kind of BBQ place only has single meat plates??? Didn't bother to stay and won't be back. read more