Alright.So my first time coming here, I have greatly enjoyed the food. My personal favorite were…read morethe Deviled Eggs Chicken Sandwich Brisket Chili Sweet Tea . Don't get me wrong the beef Beef Brisket was excellent.But it was a little tough. And I actually got the chocolate and lemon pies and I have to say, I like the chocolate one a lot better.The Palmer was very sweet and tangy. The chicken sandwich was very excellent.Especially the sauce that goes on it. Personally, I have no complaints.Oh, and by the way, the mac and cheese was also excellent.The baked beans were just as good too. The next time I like to come here.I'm gonna bring my boyfriend here with me too.That way, he can enjoy some excellent barbecue.Keep up the excellent work.

I selected the Brisket Platter (Marbled)…read more If you're heading to Jim 'N Nick's, you certainly won't leave hungry--the portions are generous, to say the least. However, when it comes to the main event, the experience can be a bit of a mixed bag. The marbled brisket, while promising in cut, fell short on execution. Served noticeably lacking in heat, the meat suffered in texture, resulting in several sections that were tough and required far more chewing than proper low-and-slow barbecue ever should. Fortunately, the sides completely saved the plate. The potato salad was well-balanced and creamy, and the baked beans packed rich, hearty flavor. To cap it off, the signature cornbread muffins--served as two bite-sized, sweet delights--were absolute perfection and easily the highlight of the meal. While the brisket needs better temperature control and tenderness to justify a return for the smoked meats, Jim 'N Nick's still delivers if you're there for top-tier sides and legendary cornbread.

Such a fair price and delicious bbq! Nice classic southern feel. Most people seem to go to the…read moredrive thru, so we were the only ones in the dining room. Very good experience.

Such good bbq! I love their brisket! One of our favorite spots to go to! Their sauces are delish!read more

I posed this place a few days ago but I made a U turn today and it was worth it. The beef brisket…read morewas amazing served hot tender and lean!. The sides were tasty..collars and baked beans with a moist yellow cornbread..

Great food and excellent service. I will be back for sure! If you haven't been you're missing out!read more

Visited Hawaiian Style BBQ under the new ownership, and even though a few items I had enjoyed in…read morethe past were no longer available, it didn't take away from the overall experience at all. The food still felt authentic and full of true Hawaiian flavor. Coming from a family with roots in the Big Island and Maui, I can appreciate when a place captures that genuine island-style taste and atmosphere. One thing that really stood out was how they start you off with fresh in-house made pork rinds, similar to how Mexican restaurants serve chips and salsa when you sit down. It was a unique and welcoming touch. We ordered the spicy poke, Spam musubis, and a mixed BBQ plate with two scoops of mac salad. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and satisfying. The mac salad especially had that classic island-style taste that's hard to find done right. The staff was friendly, the decor looked great, and the restaurant had a warm, inviting feel. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for authentic Hawaiian comfort food.

The food absolutely delivered. The ribeye was the standout. Juicy. Tender. Packed with smoky,…read moregrilled flavor in every bite. It had that perfect char on the outside while staying incredibly flavorful and moist inside. Definitely the star of the meal. The chicken was just as impressive. Well-seasoned. Perfectly cooked. Every bite was tender with a hint of sweetness and that signature Hawaiian-style barbecue flavor that keeps you coming back for more. Don't overlook the rice. Soft. Moist. Buttery. It soaked up every bit of flavor from the meats and tied the whole plate together. Simple, but done exactly right. The restaurant was busy, which speaks to how popular it is. The staff looked a little overwhelmed during the rush, and you could tell an extra set of hands would've helped. Even so, everyone remained friendly, worked hard, and never let the quality of the food slip. If you're willing to be a little patient during peak hours, you'll be rewarded with a meal that's absolutely worth the wait. It's giving... the kitchen clocked in while the dining room was playing catch-up.

Fifth and Fire is ABSOLUTELY LEGIT .... I had smoked sausage, pulled pork and brisket…read more The smoked sausage had the absolute right amount of spice. The pulled pork was juicy, not dry like most places. And the brisket as off the chain!!!! Sit at the Bar and my man Ryan will make you the BEST Ole Fashion this side of the Mississippi. Just like he made for his grandma. Fifth a Fire is now on my list of MUST HAVE stops while I'm on the road. And as always .... Don't forget the Banana Pudding!!!

Had a company lunch here and I was not disappointed,…read more The pimento brisket sandwhich was above average but the Mac n cheese was way above what I expected! Would recommend. The service and vibe of the restaurant was good. Servers were attentive and took care of the group (of like 18) wonderfully.

Amazing country cooking, reasonable prices! A great place for a group. Call ahead to reserve,…read moreBrandie is a great hostess!

This was our first time here. I enjoy southern style comfort food. Goolsby's did not disappoint…read more Their fried pork loin was fried to perfection and seasoned properly. The potato salad was nice and creamy and the greens bean were flavorful. Can't forgot the moist and crispy fried cornbread. We got our for to go. However the service was outstanding and the restaurant was clean and inviting. We will definitely be returning.

Food: +++++ (Excellent) Service: +++++ (Top Notch)…read moreAmbiance: +++++ (Warm/Inviting) I ordered the Plantation Platter ( $32) and it was enough food for 2-3 people. I had leftovers for days. The platter came with ribs, hash n rice, bbq pork, bbq brisket, bbq chicken (breast & wing), coleslaw, potato salad, white bread slices. Within minutes of being seated, we had drinks, had ordered, and had hot food in front of us. Always impressive dining here. Check them out!

Great bar-b-que and delicious hash. Sweet friendly service…read morewith a smile. Comfortable seating easy to get in and out.

I stopped by this week while I was in town for work. Amazingly delicious food and fantastic…read moreservice. Had a great chat with the guy at the window and how I found the place since I'm from Charlotte. Jackie M's & Son has been on my list to try this year and they will be in my rotation when I'm in town for work several times a year. The praise from Yelp is legit!

This is the best cheesesteak we've had! Stopped in on a 4th of July weekend roadtrip and so glad we…read moredid. The fries were delicious and we got giddy about the kool-aid. Very nostalgic for us.

First I'll discuss the food (excellent), then service and comfort (pretty good), and finally move…read moreon to other factors (amusing but also disturbing). I've been disappointed by too many barbecues, even in the South where they are known for the genre. Patriot Smokehouse restored my faith that great barbecue must still exist. I got a 2 meat platter with two sides. Since I was camping I also ordered an extra meat and two more sides to go. Plenty for the lunch and two more meals the next days. All the meats were very good to excellent, fork tender but not falling apart, lots of smoky flavor and visible "bark". And each meat had a completely different spice rub, which I learned were all designed in house. I have a lot to cover so just a few words on each: Pulled pork: a good mix of mostly chopped with not much shreds; lots of flavor even without adding sauce. Brisket (the 2nd of my two-meat platter): tender and fork-cuttable, a bit too thinly sliced for my liking. Baby-back ribs: maybe the best I've ever had. No disagreeable gristly parts, and with an unusual "hammy" flavor (maybe from brining?) Sauces: they have 4 sauces, and they bring you as many as you request. All invented in house. A tomato-based, a mustard-based, a vinegar based, and an extra hot&spicy. I tried all but the vinegar and liked them all but especially the mustard. Now the sides. Potato salad: the potato chunks were not overcooked, a bit mayonnaisey but excellent due to the tanginess and bite of the mustard and who knows what else? Fried okra: well, I had to try it, and if you're determined to eat okra (rather than use it to thicken a gumbo) then fried is the only way - and they nailed it. Baked beans: sauce thick, sweet, and smoky, not the best not the worst. Garden salad (don't judge me; I needed some greens): nothing special; just iceberg lettuce, sliced tomatoes and onions, with shredded cheese; choice of dressing (I had Italian) Quantities: All sides were of reasonable size. The 2-meat platter wasn't balanced though; more than enough pulled pork and not enough brisket. The ribs: a half rack (how many is that - 6?) Other foods: The pecan pie was excellent with sufficient pecans on top, a filling that was not oversweetened, and a good crust. The strawberry pie: not what I expected. It wasn't a fruit filling but more like a mousse. Good for what it was, but I wouldn't order it again. Surprisingly they do not sell cornbread. Drinks: Lemonade, sweet tea, or ice coffee all come with the meal. Free refills on drinks. I got lemonade which was a bit weak but not too sweet. I don't think they serve alcohol. Service: Took slightly longer than I expected but she (cashier, waitperson, mother of the two chef brothers) did come by with a drink refill and kept me updated. She was pleasant and answered my questions about the restaurant's history and other things when asked. Ambience: first thing that struck me was the smoke. The first time I stopped by (to check it out for the next day as I had just eaten) they must have had a slight smoker malfunction because it was visibly wafting through the room - but not too thickly. Ahh, wood smoke and meat drippings; enticing! That's when I knew I had to come back. The room was concrete floored, wood trim stained by years of smoke, plank tables with clear vinyl coverings. Real silverware was provided and plenty of napkins. There was a TV but it was small and the sound was off. It was playing "Fail Army" the whole time which was fun! The music was alt-country, old rockabilly, and bluegrass; a nice mix. I should stop now but I won't. On to the "other factors". As you can guess from the name "Patriot Smokehouse" there's a theme here. American flags, "Don't Tread On Me", and the waitress/mother was wearing a silly red/white/blue hat and a shirt saying "God, Country, and Freedom" or something to that effect. The symbols abounded, covering the walls. It wasn't all cliché though. A poster titled "Weapons Of the American Revolution" provided at least some interesting reading, and a cartoon of a chicken, pig, and cow titled "Cluck, Oink, Moo" was cute. But then there's the sign on the front door "Lawfully Concealed Weapons Are Welcome Here". That sign is not a joke. Of course they are - and that's fine. But do you have to spell it out in big bold letters and offend those who might be uncomfortable about this? Some compassion would be appreciated. The newspaper review on the wall described it as "unabashadly patriotic" but that's not patriotism - it is jingoism. Want to make America great? That takes compassion, empathy for people different from yourselves, and humility. Judging by the theme here I don't expect that a move to "greatness" if it happens will start here. But I loved the food, enjoyed my conversation with the mother, and the people watching. I'd unhesitatingly come back and recommend it wholeheartedly.

Love this place but this week it was the second time we have been recently and there has been no…read moreBBQ available. Unfortunately my daughter didn't want to eat at a non BBQ meal at a BBQ place so we left. I really hope they can rectify the issues why there has been no BBQ available lately. Will we be back - oh yes its really good when they have meat available.

Just checking out this new BBQ spot. First thing to know is that GPS led me to the street side of…read morethe restaurant, but the entryway is on the opposite side towards the corner of the small strip mall! Please put a sign in the window on the closed side. When you pull up to the entrance, you'll smell the smoke from the grill in the air! There's also a huge grill out front that you simply can't miss! I was quickly greeted upon entry. I ordered 2 rib plates with potato salad and a pint of hash, smoked wings weren't available this particular day. Since I've gone back during lunchtime, specifically to try these smoked wings. Unfortunately, they were closed both times. I should have checked their hours prior. Located their hours on their FB page. They're open 11-5 Wednesday-Saturday. Onto the food...The ribs and potato salad were ok or unremarkable to me. I guess I'm a little picky, but I didn't see a smoke ring nor taste the smoke at all. Giving them the benefit of the doubt, I did go a little late. Maybe the ribs were warming awhile. Not sure, but I'll give it a try earlier next time along with the smoked wings and update my review as necessary. My husband and I both really loved the hash and rice!!! Also FYI no military or first responder discounts available.

This place is amazing! Best bbq in Augusta hands down. This is a local family owned business and…read moreeveryone was so friendly here. I came at around 3pm but it's advisable to come earlier when they open at 11:30am cause the food sells out fast! They have ribs, chicken, turkey wings, pork chop, and so much more. I got the smokehouse chicken with hash and rice with mac and cheese. The chicken is smoked to perfection and you get good flavor all the way through the whole piece of chicken. It's really tender too and tastes even better with the bbq sauce. The chicken has the best smokey flavor that I've never had anywhere else before. The hash and rice is also really good with lots of flavor and not too salty at all. The Mac and cheese is great too. I don't know what they put in it but it's delicious. The mango lemonade is perfect to wash everything down with (just a little too sweet for my preference). I definitely want to come back again to try their ribs and pork but I need to remind myself to come earlier so everything won't be sold out by the time I get there. I wish i knew about this place earlier because they seriously have good legit bbq. Also wish they had a sign in the front of the restaurant so it's easier to find. But hey if you know you know.