Great People serving Great Food!…read more Fresh and Tasty Salads! Mix Greens is my favorite Cornbread is very good Wonderful Soups! I've only tried the Asparagus Soup and the Gumbo. I buy the Asparagus Soup monthly; For Several People! Excellent! The Chicken & Bisquit Pie is also very tasty. My Wife loved the Blue Cheese Log. The Peanut-Butter Pie, The Key Lime Pie are Delicious! Now a Christmas favorites! Do yourself a favor and visit Dish It Out.

Absolutely love this place and the staff/ owners are great!! So thankful for great service, good…read moreattitude and even better food!! Please support this local business.

Today, I had the pleasure of visiting Golden Rule BBQ & Grill, located at 2504 Crestwood Blvd in…read moreIrondale, Alabama. While I had initially planned to visit next Friday for a particular occasion, my desire for some exceptional BBQ led me there sooner. My family has been patrons of Golden Rule since the 1970s. This establishment has a rich history, having been in business since 1891, originally under the ownership of the Williams family and the Stones. In 1969, Golden Rule was acquired by Michael Matsos, a local restaurateur from Birmingham. Mr. Matsos commendably preserved the Williams' family recipes and the high standards of their outstanding BBQ. However, in 2022, Golden Rule was sold to Brian Kemp of Kemp's Kitchen, another local figure with several (now closed) establishments in the Birmingham area. Mr. Kemp acknowledged his limited knowledge of BBQ but pledged to maintain Golden Rule in its 131-year-old tradition. Upon my arrival, I noticed the spacious parking lot, which was not overly crowded, as it was after the usual churchgoers' rush. As I approached the entrance, I passed a window sign proudly proclaiming "Birmingham's Best BBQ." I observed several individuals within close proximity as I entered, and I noticed that no one offered a greeting, which was a minor detail. I then made my way to my preferred table, the one my father and I always shared when he would call and suggest meeting at Golden Rule. The traditional book-style menus have been replaced with a more streamlined placemat-style menu. This was not an issue, as I already knew what I wished to order. Anna, my server, provided exceptional service throughout my visit. She promptly took my drink order, ensured my tea glass remained full, and was attentive to all my needs, even while managing two tables each with eight guests. Anna did a truly wonderful job. As I waited, I reflected that this was typically a place where I wouldn't need to comment on the absence of the legendary Alabama BBQ figure, the picture of The Bear. Golden Rule has always been adorned with numerous framed sports moments and memorabilia from various state teams on its walls. However, upon looking up, I noticed they were no longer there. Approximately 95% of the sports pictures are gone. The walls are largely bare, and the remaining pictures appear to be hung without any particular arrangement, suggesting that the others were simply removed from around them. I have dined here several times since the sale to Mr. Kemp, but my research indicated that family members had come in to retrieve their pictures from the walls. The establishment now has a rather stark appearance. It would be beneficial to address this. Golden Rule offers a diverse selection of meat choices, including pork BBQ sandwiches, pulled pork plates, chicken, brisket, baby back ribs, and sausage. They also feature hamburger steak, chicken tenders, and on Fridays, catfish. Additionally, soup and salads are available. With a wide array of side dishes such as green beans, baked beans, corn on the cob, slaw, chips, and fries, you are sure to find something to your liking. Dessert options include pies, cake, and cookies. My order arrived on a metal tray, which is the traditional and appropriate way to serve BBQ. I selected the jumbo pulled pork plate with a double portion of fries (a preference of mine). It looked incredibly appetizing. I would advise bringing a hearty appetite if you choose the jumbo plate, as it is quite substantial. I immediately noticed a difference in the cooking process compared to previous occasions; the meat was noticeably less coarse and dry. Previously, I often needed a knife to cut the slices, but this time it was incredibly tender, practically falling off the fork, which was truly delightful. It was some of the finest barbecue I have ever tasted. When topped with their vinegar-based sauce, it becomes absolutely irresistible. The fries are clearly cut from real potatoes and are served in generous portions. Overall, the value offered by this barbecue restaurant is exceptional. A jumbo plate of meat, fries, and sweet tea for under $20 is an offer that is difficult to surpass. Despite some changes, Golden Rule remains one of the best barbecue establishments in the area. It comes highly recommended. 5/5 -Kevin

I had to update my review since I've return back here recently. Listen!!! Their brisket is some of…read morethe best I've ever tasted! I had the small sliced brisket plate with baked beans and coleslaw. The sides were good but the brisket was the star! It also came with an obnoxious piece of bbq bread. I didn't eat it at all. Trashed it , actually. I also had a banana pudding. I spent nearly $30 on this meal. The service was prompt and friendly. It didn't take long for me to get my to- go order. The ambiance is pretty casual and a traditional bbq restaurant feel. I can't stop thinking about the brisket! It's delicious & I highly recommend!

This is classic southern bbq place with a twist, all the food is perhaps the best most consistently…read moregreat in the city. The twist is the white sauce I recommend the pork plate with tater salad and turnip greens use the white sauce on everything you won't regret. It's as legit as real bbq gets and if your really lucky you get to say hey to Pearl

Down and gritty is what comes to mind when you walk into a place like this. It's all about the…read moremeat! And the meat is good. I had the small pork plate with greens and baked beans. The greens were good and the baked beans were average. The pork was good, a little dry, but nothing BBQ sauce won't fix. The star of the show was the Brunswick stew. It was delicious. Chicken and pork and vegetables in a savory base. If you like local small town places that have preserved their charm, you are at the right place!

Since I mainly work remote now , I don't visit here for lunch often. I was really impressed with…read morethe portion size. My "small" pork sandwich was packed with flavor and very filling! Yummy. I appreciate them giving me an extra bbq sauce but it wasn't needed. The drive service was fast and to the point. I can't forget about the sweet tea w/t lemons. It was good also!

Food is always good. Got 2 rib sandwiches; $10 each. Didn't notice I could have gotten a half slab…read morefor $16 until after I ordered. lol. The rib sizes were worth the price. There was seating available and the place was clean. Order was taken and we got served pretty fast. I ate 11/2 rib and was able to save some for later.

Such a great spot for an easy grab and go lunch or finger sandwich platters for any occasion. The…read morechicken salad is the best! I always get the boxed lunch - it is a great deal and super yummy!

An oldie but always a goodie!! This family has been around a long, long time!! They make the best…read more"finger sandwiches"!! If you've ever hosted or attended a bridal or baby tea and have had the pleasure of eating one of their sandwiches you know I'm not wrong!! The chicken salad is my all time favorite, but all of their sandwiches are chef's kiss!! Pimento cheese is some if the best I've ever eaten. It's sharp and has just the right amount of pimentos. My husband's favorite lunch sandwich is the ham salad! You can get finger sandwiches with the crusts cut off for parties, but you can also get a sandwich with the crust on packaged and ready to go in lunch boxes for the week! I would also like to note that they now accept cards as payment with a 3% up charge.

Amazing food, beautiful presentation. Could not ask for…read moremore, they can do veggie grilled right, and their dishes have the most wonderful sauces

Awesome local catering company with a fantastic staff!! The food is amazing! The menu items you can…read morechoose from are always so creative and seasonal, and you can tell that the chefs use fresh, local ingredients. Some standout dishes: "Bacon Bites" - Conecuh sausage wrapped in bacon and served with a tangy barbecue sauce, "Cuban Crostinis" - simple but soo good, and "Cali Steak Skewers" - Tri-Tip Steak perfectly seared with an amazing sweet and savory steak sauce. Chae and Nico are so fun and easy to work with, and Richard Bishop and the back of house team do a exceptional job. I've seen them do buffets for intimate groups to MASSIVE wedding receptions to seated dinners for over 300 people and absolutely kill it. Seriously the only catering company you ever need to know. Thanks guys!

We ate there yesterday. I must say it was amazing. My husband had shrimp tacos and I had a smash…read moreburger. when I tell you it was the best I've ever had I mean it.

I have noticed this truck in my neighborhood for a few months, but this was my first time to stop…read moreby. Sweet lady was out there on her own today. She had bacon, eggs, and toast--so I ordered a breakfast sandwich for $4. Hot off the grill and very tasty! I was pleased to see another customer pulling up after me! I'll be back for a burger or wings!

The wing was good the thing that I didn't like was that I order 10 wings they took my order then…read morewhen they give it to me the said they ran out of wings and give me I 6 wings