Everything was fantastic! Food, service, atmosphere were all great…read more Would definitely recommend and go back!

Absolutely lived up to the hype. The food was packed with flavor--perfectly smoked meats, great…read moreseasoning, and sauces that actually complement instead of overpower. Portions were solid, and everything came out fresh and hot. The atmosphere had that classic Branson BBQ vibe--casual, welcoming, and just a great place to sit down and enjoy a meal. Staff was friendly and kept things moving without making it feel rushed. If you're in Branson and want legit BBQ, this is a must-stop. Definitely one of the better spots in the area.

You have to try the buttery rolls AND their baked beans. Just trust me. SO GLAD we ate here!…read more Also the staff was welcoming when we arrived and came by to ask if we needed refills or service 2-3 times, very attentive.

Excellent choice on the end of town closest to the Chateau on the Lake and Table Rock Lake!…read more Plenty of seating and quick order taking with quick service noted. The folks are friendly too and the restaurant is clean! Thanks for great, quick and hot food! We had 4 adults and 2 kids (8&10). We had a kids cheeseburger and fries and a kids corn dog and fries We had two French dip sandwiches and beans for sides We had a grilled chicken strawberry fields salad and a cheeseburger and onion rings With no tip - we paid $82.63. I did leave a cash tip on the table. The adults all drank waters and the kids had sodas from the fountain that were included in the price of the kids meals. We spent an average of $13.77 for each of us and the food was filling and good.

The people working there are so nice. The food is amazingly delicious. Will definitely be back.read more

This was my favorite bbq place!…read more The burnt ends were wonderful! The ribs and brisket were great too. I loved all the sides. The banana pudding was good just wanted more. Salted caramel brownie was so good! Would totally order it again. The waitress was so kind. Helped suggest some of the top things people get. We loved all her suggestions. It was decorated very cute. Loved the big table down the middle. Could fit a big group. Must add to your list to try!

I can't say I've had better ribs somewhere else . These are…read morethe best beef ribs I've ever had. Military friendly, and they really took care of my 2 children. They sell ice cream that's made somewhere else, but it was excellent. Don't hesitate, everything looks delicious and the owners/ workers are awesome.

We went with another family (4 adults, 4 kids) and had a great meal. The ribs in particular were a…read morefavorite. The staff was helpful (and checked in on us once we were seated and eating, which is not always true of BBQ joints), and the owner let us check out the pit and ask questions. The outdoor seating was also a nice little spot, with sinks for washing up afterwards (c'mon, it's barbecue!). Would absolutely recommend it and will return next time we are in town.

TEXAN here & frequent visitor to TX Top 50 BBQ (TX Monthly updates every 4 yrs), which as you know…read moreis the king of the cuisine. I'm certain I've the experience to know what good BBQ is & isn't. And, boy howdy, this IS! Without a doubt, if Old 76 were in TX, they'd easily be on that coveted list of world renowned BBQ joints. That's truthfully rare to find outside the state. Situated exactly between Branson & West Branson, is this gem that's clean cut & the BBQ, sides too, is superbly executed. I'm not saying stuff to sound good. This is L E G I T, the real deal. They're pushing TRUE barbecue as it ought to be, not like some wannabe. I dare you to try any other place & find the same superb quality for ALL aspects. Get there before opening because the line gets long fast & the ordering takes time. There's limited seating that fills up quickly. I only wish it were larger in space & had the capacity for more help in front than 1 person. But for modestly using the limited space adjacent to a gas station, it's tastefully & professionally decorated & comfortable, just right for what it is, as opposed to the tacky, out-dated & sparse, or overdone interior that one tends to see elsewhere. Waiting for BBQ is honestly an experience & you must be prepared to wait your turn. That's how it is in TX for all the joints, folks ordering FCFS after waiting patiently in line for hours until sell-out. It's worth waiting on & building camaraderie with those about you. After all, you're about to celebrate gastronomically, I promise! Best sides: ALL of them but especially the corn casserole. You'd think it's vegetable bread pudding, it's so scrumptious!! Beans are no less than fantastic with bits of brisket - so warm & comforting. Potato salad is just a massive winner of full-mouthed goodness that's not typically mayo-ed down. Don't pass up the mighty fine coleslaw for topping your pulled-pork, pickles & bread for a highlight finish. Speaking of pickles, add more as a great acidic accompaniment. The sauce here is on the sweet side. It's really not needed AT ALL except to occasionally boost the flavor kick if taking leftovers for later. The meat's simple pepper & salt crust is all you need. & speaking of the Meats: Truly the star of the show as they should be. See the platter photo for yourself. Pick of choice or prime brisket. Prime for us. We could've appreciated a little bit thicker of a smoke ring but it was there despite the fast cook it probably endured. It needed to be a little less done on the fatty side but it was awfully tender anyway. Absolutely a winner brisket done right, so I can sweat the small stuff. All said, the perfect seasoning & bark set the tone & to me for brisket, that is most important. 99% perfect. Chicken: dark meat extra peppery & almost overdone but the white meat was super tender & nice to eat. It doesn't take away from the whole goodness of the platter though. Bologna: these ain't no lame Oscar Meyer store bought flappers. Talk about thickly cut, juicy heaven! Wow is all I can say - absolutely YUMMY. Pulled Pork: P I G G Y P E R F E C T. Don't even need sauce! Use the pillowy potato bread to die & go to taste bud heaven with rivers of salivation. This is so succulent, you might keep it all for yourself in a group setting. Ribs: BEST OF SHOW. These are guaranteed to be the best ribs in MO. Perfect pull & bite. 2 stacks of the thick bone-in pig walls left me amazed after just seeing the miraculous color & cook on the exterior of these spares. Their taste & texture solidified that Old 76 Smokehouse is the most bona fide BBQ joint I've ever been to in the Midwest. These ribs aren't somewhat good enough, they are majestic. My only wish is they'd had a beef rib aka meat candy option too. Desserts: both Bread Pudding & Key Lime Pie are highlights not to be missed. Stacked tall & the absolute righteous finish to seal the deal for such an experience. I just can't say enough good things about Old 76. Loved it so much, our 5-guy party bought shirts & a hat to wear in TX & TN. If this was local for us, "O76S" would be a frequent stop. We're BIG fans now. Last but not least, the gentleman working the show & taking orders was kinder than Jesus. He treated us right, & that's a fact. Talk about hospitality to the Nth degree. Ain't nobody going to be sad about that & we'll remember this kindness in anticipation of being right back ASAP! What we couldn't stuff ourselves above the gullet, we took home & all the girls promptly & heartily finished it off exclaiming how wonderful it was. They only missed out on the experience but not the tenderness & flavor!! Visitors & locals alike, DO NOT MISS this opportunity to dine like a king!! You will have died & gone to Texas, I mean heaven! One con & warning: if you don't have a truck with ample under-carriage space, avoid the furthest drive-way next to the fence. It is too steep & you WILL run aground, as we did. Enter & exit on the gas station side only.

It's rare that I'll even try Barb-B-Q outside of Kansas, Texas or Tennessee and I know there are…read moresome good spots, but I've been burned by more bad than good. The brisket was amazing, the fries and beans were also very good. I'll be heading back to try other menu options as soon as possible. 2 very enthusiastic thumbs up!!

Great customer service, tasty and relatively inexpensive food. Did some moonshine tastings while we…read morewere here. Great experience there as well.

I now understand why the moonshine tastings are free. Charging money for these would definitely be…read morea violation of the good book. Every single tasting option was either cookie dough, fruit punch, or some vague dessert that tastes like it lost a fight with a candle shop. If you're looking for actual moonshine, then this is not the place. There was zero genuine, traditional moonshine. Just sugar, flavoring, and irritability. The selection was impressively limited. It's like they asked, "What if you made moonshine, but made it for people who don't like moonshine?" Mission accomplished. Now, let's talk about the bartender on Monday night 12/29. Asking a simple question about the products was not allowed. She couldn't answer basic questions, and whenever that happened, she'd pivot straight into mildly insulting the customer--not in a clever or playful way, but more in a confused hostility kind of way. Imagine being scolded by someone who doesn't know what they're scolding you about. I watched a guy come in late who didn't hear her talk. He presented his government ID, looked like it was military, she didn't recognize it, and she got angry it wasn't a state ID. (Do they hate the military there?) Not surprisingly he left. It was less "tasting room hospitality" and more "you're inconveniencing me by being here." Which leads to the final, lingering question of the visit: Why is this person in customer service? Follow-up question: Why is anyone here? If you like overly sweet fake moonshine and awkward tension, you'll have a great time. Everyone else should keep walking--preferably to a place that knows what moonshine is and doesn't seem mad at you for asking.

We came to dine here this evening because we were vacationing here. We lost our Famous Dave's…read morelocation in our hometown several years ago, which also prompted us to choose this place tonight. When we walked in, you could tell the environment was welcoming. Our server, Famous Michelle, was amazing! She was patient and overall a nice person. Our food tasted fresh, and you could tell it was made with the highest quality ingredients. We would recommend this establishment to anyone looking for quality food at a reasonable price with excellent portion sizes!

Service was fast and friendly, food is INCREDIBLE, pricing was great for 6 people and two big…read morealcohol drinks! Very nice, spacious, inviting layout. Highl recommended!

What a find!! We are in Branson for a few days between basketball tournaments so we decided we…read morewanted some BBQ. This is TX style and it did NOT disappoint!! The ribs might be one of the best I've had! Good bark around but juice and tender with just a little give! Also got some brisket and pulled pork along with the elote and mac and cheese! If you are ever here visiting YOU MUsT EAT HERE! The owners were sweet and inviting ! Think you for our meal!

I'm a local, and I could literally eat here every single day if I could!! I never like bbq sauce…read moreuntil I came here. Don't even get me started on the pulled pork. To die for! I can't find a single flaw in their food, or service! They're the kindest people every single time. You'd never know if they were having a tough day. The ambiance is through the roof amazing. If I could give 10 stars, I would.

Great food. Great service! Cool bar scene. Nice outside seating area. Staff are on point.read more

Downing Street Pour House is one of my favorite places to eat. The food is always really good, and…read moresome of my favorites are the salmon, the Black and Blue Burger, and their salads. They also have a kids' menu, even though it is not listed on the regular menu, which is nice to know if you are bringing children with you. The staff is always awesome, friendly, and welcoming. I also love that the restaurant is located inside an old historic hotel, which gives it such a cool atmosphere -- and maybe even a few ghost stories. Overall, it is a great spot with good food, great service, and a fun historic feel. I definitely recommend checking it out.

Delicious!! "Holy moly, Stromboli!" I had the BBQ chicken…read moreflatbread. The jalapeños really kicked it off! Drizzled with ranch for the clutch. Our party ordered The Big Philly Bomb was top notch, and if it's a bit too big for your taste you can always trim a bit off the ends like a smash burger shawarma lol. Next up was the bacon Mac N Cheese burger. Guy is known for his Mac N Cheese so imagine it on a bed of perfectly cooked bacon.Mmmmmm Fries were perfect -o Ice tea was freshly brewed and was very refreshing in the hot weather. Kristen was a fantastic waitress!! Out of all the places you can eat in Branson I definitely suggest stopping by here.

A colleague and I stopped by Guy Fieri's in Branson to grab a bite to eat and unwind for the…read moreevening. The restaurant is somewhat tucked away behind Bass Pro Shops along the shopping strip, but it's definitely worth seeking out. We decided to sit at the bar, and Jazz immediately took great care of us. She quickly got us a couple of cold beers, handed us menus, and made us feel welcome from the start. Friendly, attentive service always makes a difference, and Jazz did an excellent job throughout our visit. I wasn't overly hungry, so I ordered the Cheesy Burger, while my colleague went with the Bacon Mac & Cheese Burger. When our food arrived, we both realized we may have underestimated the portion sizes. These burgers were huge! They were packed with flavor, cooked well, and loaded with toppings. Even with healthy appetites, we could only finish about half of our meals and ended up taking the rest with us for later. As we were enjoying our food, we noticed an eerie fog bank slowly rolling across the lake. It created a unique and almost surreal backdrop that made the evening even more memorable. Between the beautiful scenery, perfect weather, excellent service, and delicious food, it turned into one of those unexpected dining experiences that sticks with you. Great meal, great atmosphere, and a fantastic way to spend an evening in Branson. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town.