Excellent bar-b-que and wonderful service. We make a point to eat there every time we are in Acworth.

Good food and good service! The portions are good, only wish they had onion rings! Good BBQ! Give it a try!

Had the brisket plate. It was pretty good but didn't like the sauce on top. My mother who doesn't like spicy things. She got the rib plate. I tried one spice was fine for me but maybe not for people who don't like spice and kiddos. We also ordered some hush puppies awesome. read more

Wow! What a great place for BBQ. The service was great, pleasant atmosphere (it's located in a 100 year old school house), and the food was GREAT. Prices were very reasonable as well. If you go there, you will not be disappointed. read more

We've been going here for about 7 years and have seen the menu changed a couple times. We just rolled with it as all the food is pretty good. But I sure hate change because there are certain things I like that are now gone, like their sausage. But one thing I cannot abide by is the fact that I ordered hand sliced brisket and received chopped brisket, I had to flag down the waitress and tell her. She took my plate and came back with another. It looked like they scraped off the chopped brisket and put bigger chunks of chopped brisket. So unless the definition of sliced brisket has changed, this was not the sliced briskets I've ordered in the past. This experience has made us rethink eating here in the future and we will be looking for another BBQ place. It's been a good 7 years but sadly it's come to an end. read more

I've been here twice now and the second time I did not get lean brisket as ordered. But when they they do give lean brisket, it's good. Fried okra was warm and yummy, fried corn was good too. They had sweet and spicy bbq sauces on the table and our plate came with good buttery garlic toast. My husband liked the banana creme pudding. It was mostly pudding and whip creme, very little wafers which is my favorite part. All pics attached. read more

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Good service. Good food! I was so sad I didn't have room for the banana pudding. Had the pulled pork sandwich and it was great!

I placed an order Got there - had to reorder one they missed. Ok. I mistakenly paid the bill - got home they gave me wrong reorder food. Food looks and is horrible. Meat is fatty Never again. $43 for crap read more

4 stars is way more the being nice. I've had this place twice, because I believe in second chances. The first visit was about a month ago. I order the 2 meat combo with ribs and brisket. The brisket was ok. The ribs were dry and burnt. Barely any meat. I also ordered the hush puppies with honey butter. They were burnt as well. Second visit was today. Got the same 2 meat combo with ribs and pulled pork. The ribs were burnt AGAIN, not even edible. The pulled pork was ok. The slaw was bland. The hush puppies were better this time around. Ordered a peach cobbler as well. When I picked it up, it was ice cold. I asked the server was it supposed to be cold and she acted as if she didn't know. So she offered to go warm it up. I get it home and it taste like metal or very industrial. I'm not even sure of the flavor. I was so disgusted that I couldn't even take pics. Just threw it all away! WILL NEVER GO HERE AGAIN read more

its just ok. it's not the best or worst that I've had. I'm not into the vinegary sauces and they don't have much in the line of a sweet sauce. minus the sauce the meat has no flavor and at times has been very dry. read more

Had the pork and chicken today, along with coleslaw and hush puppies. The food was delicious and the place has a real family atmosphere. Will be returning with the family. read more

J D's Bar-B-Que - Barbeque Near Me - Acworth, Georgia

So I realize that this place is a chain so this is solely a review for this location. I got the baked Catfish and it was honestly probably some of the best I've ever had. Though I'm not from the south so I haven't had too much of it. The coleslaw wasn't my favorite, it's like they put it in a food grinder. So, as my friend put it... Great if you have dentures! The service was really great, all of the staff seemed attentive and kind, and honest. We would probably find ourselves visiting again next time we want something affordable and southern. read more

Really good quality food, good flavor to everything. Ordered online and food was ready exactly on time when I got there so it was still hot. Only complaint is getting hush puppies as a bread only gives you two, but everything else was great. read more

Great BBQ and service. The food was great, not a long wait at lunch even though it was busy. The staff was very timely and helpful.

I have had BBQ 2 times in the last 2 weeks from J.D.'s One was dine in and one picked up. Both were good experiences! If all restaurants will comply with CDC guidelines I believe they will all be back in business soon ! Thank you for some really good BBQ! read more

Really good food! Nice portion sizes as well! Location is DT Acworth, worth the drive from Marietta area. read more

Great bbq, it's the best place to eat and one location is down town acworth, you wil love this place

Ordered 1lb of BBQ with stew and slaw for take out. Slaw was ok, Stew was marginal. The BBQ (see picture) was dry and stringy. It had to be several days old. Very disappointed, in the food was our first time here. Sorry will not be back. read more

J D's Bar-B-Que - Dry string pound of tasteless BBQ. - Barbeque Near Me - Acworth, Georgia

We went to JDs yesterday for a quick lunch. We were surprised of the family type atmosphere. Very friendly staff. To top it off, the food was incredible! We will definitely be back. I got the Big Dave sandwich with spicy collards. My wife got the pork plate with coleslaw and stew. read more

J D's Bar-B-Que - Big Dave - 8 layer sandwich with rib meat, pork, brisket, chicken, fried pickles, cheese, onion rings, and garlic bread. - Barbeque Near Me - Acworth, Georgia

Excellent food and service. This was our first time and it won't be our last!!!! We enjoyed the atmosphere and the prices were great.

We always come to JD's for bbq near the house, but after today we no longer will come back. We came to dine in and waited over 20 minutes to be seen before the host of JD's came over to take our drink order. After another costumer that came in 10mins after us had a waitress take her order and didn't come to our table. There was plenty of girls walking around freely where we were fine if they could reassure us that someone is coming to take our order. We were fed up at this point and felt racially targeted, so we got up and left. We waited another 20 minutes to call JD's to speak the manager not to get free service or food but just wanted them to know of the service we received tonight that we got up and left. The girl on the other line of the phone giggled as I asked to speak to the manager and seem to not really care or take me serious, and kept holding and upholding the line like it was some game before hanging up on me. I'm truly sadden of the treatment we receive and quite disappointed. read more

"Try the corn"-uh, okay. I mean, I like corn as much as the next girl but when your friend and the waitress both express their desire for you to try the corn like what I experienced... well, you can either be worried about the cult they may have joined to give them that much passion or you could trust that they have your best interest at heart and try the corn. I did. And let me tell you it was delicious. Now, let me be clear, it is fried corn. (But not like breaded fried) and you want it when you come here. You need to try it once. The brisket was good just a little saucey for me (I would be fine without sauce of any kind when it comes to BBQ--but I want to keep the integrity of the food I get while out so... Sauce it up! ... I guess.) but, even still, it was really good too. My Atlanta friend summed it up well when she said "Any place that serves its drinks in mason jars is doing something right." If you're considering BBQ tonight, let this be a contender. read more

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We stopped to get cobbler and waited over 10 minutes and the peach cobbler was ice cold and we paid. $4.24 for the smallest portions of Blueberry and peach cobbler. read more

J D's Bar-B-Que - Blueverry and peach cobbler - Barbeque Near Me - Acworth, Georgia

We've never been so we just decided to give it a try. The food wasn't terrible but it wasn't anything special. The Mac & Cheese is good. Generous portions but my entire pile of meat was cold- had it been warm it would have been super good. Tip for beer.. serve with a chilled mug maybe? On to the real issue.. the waitress. She was dry, unfriendly, you could tell she didn't want to be there and just rude. She really set the mood to not really care to return ever again but we always give places more then one shot. read more

The original place off Bell's Ferry was much better. Not sure about that one after they moved. The only thing I can say is that the worst BBQ I ever had was still BBQ. JD's Acworth is ok but does not shine in my opinion. read more

Was a good place to eat. We went just before the lunch crowd! Q was good and sides too! Only reason giving 3* is server sat us no silverware and has to get up and get our own even after she delivered the food! No refills, then was super nice when she brought the bill and asked if we needed anything else! Where were you 15 minutes ago girl???!!! I guess too busy chatting with the other servers doing the same thing to their guests too! read more

Worst service ever! Food was mediocre. Flies were EVERYWHERE...health department should shut them down!

Nice place with friendly waitresses and atmosphere. Would definitely go again when I'm back in the area. read more

J D's Bar-B-Que - Barbeque Near Me - Acworth, Georgia

Consistent good service and very flavorful food. BBQ is always spot on. Would highly recommend. Always enjoy going here. Thank you!

Always great BBQ. Love everything they have! The collards are the best in town! We always get our July fourth food there. Never had anything not good at either of JD'S ! The staff if also great! read more

I bought a Livingsocial deal to J D's BBQ because I've heard a lot of great things about it. To my dismay, the deal only applied to the new location in Acworth which, at the time of my checking, had a ONE-STAR rating (compared to the 4.5 star rating of th e original location in Woodstock). To be fair, only 2 people had reviewed the place, and they were both early on, like soon after their opening. So, my boyfriend and I decided to just go for it on a late Friday afternoon (we were also very broke and hungry). The place looks more like a pleasant southern brunch place than a cozy BBQ restaurant. There is a full bar separated by a wall from the dining area, simple decorations, and big windows to one side of the dining area. It's pretty loud by the kitchen area because of the structure of the building. For starters, we got jalapeno poppers. The presentation was kind of a joke... 5 pieces of fried jalapenos overstuffed with cream cheese just tossed on a bowl (see the picture please...), served with ranch sauce in to-go cups. There was a piece of hair/eye lash in one of the cups... eek. Drinks came out in cute little fruit jar mugs. We ordered 1/2 slab of baby back ribs each. Contrary to other reviews, the food was hot. The meat fell off the bones pretty easily, but it wasn't so tender that it melted in my mouth. The sauce on the table was pretty good-- tangy and peppery. Each plate came with 2 side dishes, so we tried baked beans, fried corn on the cob, onion rings, and cole slaw. The corn on the cob and cole slaw were not too heavy and a good addition to the plate. The other two and garlic bread were unremarkable. Service was prompt and friendly. We stayed for a while just talking after we finished, and the waitress refiled our drinks and didn't rush us. The prices were not bad, even without the discount. But I'd rather drive somewhere else for DELICIOUS bbq rather than settling here. read more

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had wonderful service. food was wonderful too. Service was fantastic. they were really on it. I had the Friday Prime Rib. delicious. tender. read more

The worst food, ambiance and service we have had in a long time. My husband and I went on a Saturday night for the first time at this location. There was no music, TVs or any background noise (unheard of at restaurants). We waited about 5 min for a table to be seated in a room maybe with 7 tables filled. The rest of the room empty. All tables with no food except one that was just served. We ordered sodas and an app, and waited 53 minutes to be served our below average pulled chicken and pork plates. The meat came out cold, fries soggy, baked beans had been sitting so long the top lining was hard. I have never been so disgusted by BBQ. How does someone mess this up? We took two bites, and repulsed, asked for the check. We were slapped with a $55 dollar tab, and a loud "sorry for your wait" by the young high school waitress. We will not ever be back, and by the looks of other guests, they won't either. It's a shame because the Woodstock location is phenomenal. read more

This is one of the best restaurants ever. When I can get away for lunch, I come here. I live in Atlanta but sail on Allatoona. Ok, I'm 62 and have the flexibility. But I adore coming by here for a draft beer and chopped pork sandwich with fried okra. For the skeptics out there, I'm not overweight. All this is to say this place brings me a great deal of satisfaction. Sorry, Mick, but you can get it here. They have the friendliest staff too which is a big part of my enjoyment. read more

Came in with some coworkers for lunch today. It's an old school house which is unique. It did get pretty loud with the acoustics, couldn't really hold a conversation without raising my voice. It seemed like our server was the only one in the restaurant and I was worried the food would take a while because of that, but it surprisingly came out pretty quick. Kept a good game face on. Overall, the food was awesome. A lot of bbq places advertise smoked meats... yet you can't taste the smokiness. Not the case for this place. I got my wings with sauce on the side per recommendation and did not even use it because the naked wing flavor was a hit. Service was phenomenal, I believe her name was Brenna. I'll be bringing my wife next time we are in the area. read more

This is one of the best BBQ spots on this side of town because they take pride in their food and they treat you right when you come through the door. Even though my wife and I usually order our food to go we still get the same great treatment as if we were dining in. Definitely check out the brisket! read more

J D's Bar-B-Que - Eating time!!! - Barbeque Near Me - Acworth, Georgia

The service was five stars! Our waitress was great! The place was clean, family friendly but on a Friday night when every other restaurant in the area was on a 20-60 min wait we should have known better. If this place was located anywhere but the South it might be good. But we're known for killer BBQ and this was not that. The brisket was good but certain pieces were dry or very fatty. The chopped chicken was a mess I took a bite that was dry and then a bite that was rubbery. Sides were good but nothing special and I found a whole pickle in the cole slaw and the potato salad among the chopped up ones not sure if that was on purpose or someone got lazy. The sauce is good I will definitely give them that. But everything else was ok. Nothing special, nothing memorable and I hate to say it but we'd never go back. People in the South know good BBQ because we can all do pretty well at home. When we go out it has to be great! Sad because I feel like they really could do something special with the location. read more

J D's Bar-B-Que - Barbeque Near Me - Acworth, Georgia

Very cute place with good service. My husband liked his ribs, but I think I went wrong with the vegetable plate. The Brussels sprouts were some of the best I've ever eaten and the slaw was perfect. Hushpuppies and the honey butter well delicious too. Unfortunately, the macaroni and cheese was cold and I believe was probably the last of the batch, so really couldn't be eaten (same for my husbands portion and mine). The Brunswick stew was cold and also had a weird taste, I wouldn't say it was typical to other southern stews I've had. read more

The service was great! And the location was cute. But I have to be honest, usually when you go to a bbq place they bombard you with meat and food... and I expected that here but I felt like I received more bread on the sandwich than actual meat. I wasn't impressed and honestly left hungry. For the amount that you pay for a sandwich I was expecting more. read more

I was on a break between my sons tennis tournament matches and we visited the Marietta Square during the "Whole Hawg Happenin' BBQ & Music Fest." My son ordered a rack of ribs with Mac n Cheese and I got the Brisket with slaw and baked beans. I pulled out my credit cars to pay and they weren't set up to take credit cards. I immediately pulled out my business card and ID and promised to send them payment. And they told me not to worry about it and to take it. Wow. I grabbed a business card of theirs and payment is forthcoming. But that wasn't the best part. The food was phenomenal. I had to tell my son to stop eating so much right before his next tennis match and to save it... He wanted to keep going through them. He loved the Mac. My brisket was fantastic. Great food and very gracious folks. Enjoy. read more

J D's Bar-B-Que - J.D's Bar-B-Que at the "Whole Hawg Happenin' BBQ & Music Fest" at Marietta Square. - Barbeque Near Me - Acworth, Georgia