Just to let everyone know, they only take CASH! The sandwiches are good. The brisket was a little dry but good with the sauce. I also really enjoyed the pulled pork. The smoked chicken salad was my favorite sandwich, although I'm not a fan of the potato salad. The ribs were fall off the bone delicious! The owner makes his own sauce and sells it at Whole Foods and Fresh Market. The owner is super friendly and loves to joke around. Some people may not get his sense of humor, but I find it funny. All the seating is outside with a lot of shade. read more

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I can't even explain how amazing the barbecue is at this place... next level is an understatement, the BBQ brisket is on a whole other level! I'm a local originally from TX, Well, come to find out, so is the owner. If you're looking for the very best, most juicy meaty brisket sandwich, look no further this is a must place to try out. Did I mention, he's won championship barbecue awards in several states! read more

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Delicious BBQ! We make a point at eating here every time we are in town. The brisket has a lot of flavor and not a bunch of fat, just the right amount. I've never had banana pudding, it had a beautiful meringue on top. Definitely enough for two people to share it. The sides are sold separately. I like that since the meat is what I want. I did taste the baked beans. They were tasty. The owner has a fun personality which I look forward to seeing him and hearing his stories. read more

unbelievable good barbecue and Brunswick stew!!! Thanks for the great service and conversation!! read more

Awesome pulled pork sandwich. Everything I have had from Lillie's has been very good. read more

So disappointed. I don't really care that the owner is a know it all but the food was crap. Brisket was so dry and potato salad was not edible. Wish we would have realized the food was cooked elsewhere and reheated here. Im guessing that is why it is all dried out. read more

The brisket was very dry and not good. The owner was extremely rude. I will not be going back here. I'm glad Evie Mae's is right down the road. read more

Great ribs and awesome bbq beans. As well as brewed tea. Owner is quite a character. Love the antique cars out back too

Best chicken salad I've ever had in my life!!! Get it early, especially on game day. It gets gone fast. read more

What a charming little BBQ spot! My sister googled and pulled up to this place while we were on vacation In Destin, we always eat at the local spots! Lillie's did not disappoint, we almost thought the older gentleman that runs this place was being rude, but he was actually really funny and shared some wonderful messages and the pulled pork was good too. Check them out! read more

Lillie's Q - Outdoor seating - Barbeque Near Me - Miramar Beach, Florida

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Lillie's Q is the best BBQ in the area and the guy behind the counter cooking it brings a new show each day. He's a character and he's from Texas, order the brisket and listen to his spiel. He also offers some nice sides of which potato salad is my fav and his desserts are awesome. Not sure if he or Lillie makes them!! His seating is all outdoors so we usually take it home and be sure to bring cash as he is not plastic friendly but he does have an ATM on site. read more

I've been living across the street for two months and have never seen or smelled smoke coming from this place. They cook the food elsewhere. I went there one day with some friends. Everyone's meat was bone dry. I ordered chicken and received a breast so overcooked it was like chicken jerky! Somehow even the brisket was dry! How do you make a dry brisket?! The sauces are ok but nothing really unique or special. To top it all off the guy working there is loud, brash and unpleasant. Don't bother with this place! It's terrible! read more

This is a classic bbq setup, basically an oversized shack on the side of the road, couple of tables outside, not a scrap of pretension here. Love it. As to the food, I'm sorry I didn't stop in sooner (it closes so early, and I was never in a spot to get over there the first few days). The pulled pork was a great example of not overdoing things. The flavors were simple: smoke and meat (yes, I'm sure there was a bit of seasoning, but it was subtle--the meat stood on its own). The sandwich was piled high, the pork was tender and juicy, the sauce was exceptional (just did the basic, but they have several varieties). I also got to try the brisket, and I basically wished for a second stomach. Tender, smoky, well-seasoned--I often hesitate to order brisket because it's so often done poorly, but this one was darn near perfect. On that wishing for more room topic, I will be getting the banana pudding next time; the folks behind me ordered it, and it looked amazing. Washed everything down with a sweet tea. The sides were just ok, I'd probably stick with the chips (give the pimento cheese ones a try). I've seen some reviews knocking the owner. I'm confident he and I have different views on many things, but I didn't see any of the rudeness to myself or other guests that some have complained of on here. He's not warm and fuzzy by any means, and he's a bit cantankerous, but he chatted with all of us there, cracked some jokes, and was a good host. read more

Pulled Pork sandwich and baked beans, excellent meal with sweet sauce!!! Enjoyed the conversation with owner recommend anytime.

Amazing BBQ! Slow cooked & crafted to perfection. Don't miss their fresh corn slaw! Award winning 'Que & sauces. Tri-Tip is fabulous! read more

We ordered meal to go, the Meat was delicious as was the beans but the coleslaw seemed spoiled so we threw that away! The only reason for not giving 5 stars. read more

I've been buying their bbq sauces for years. Never knew they originated in Florida! Has a delicious brisket sandwich with side of corn and pita salad. read more

This is a BBQ shack and he has won a national title twice!! We had the ribs, brisket and pulled pork all were excellent. This is a great spot with excellent food. read more

Stopped by Lillie's after a day shopping with my son. The bbq was very good. I got the bbq pork plate with the corn salad and beans. The older gentleman working was very kind. My only complaint is the bbq sauce came in small packets and any additional sauces are a fee. read more

Love their BBQ and sugar free BBQ sauce. Outstanding! Also love the proprietor!!! Awesome guy!!

Oh my Lord this is by far one of the best BarbQs ever!!!! We're from Texas and we love our BarBq. Every single thing was delicious including the sides!!!! The owner was hilarious. He will sit Nd visit with you and tell you how to cook meat!! That was the most fun!!! Great hole in the wall best place to go!!!! read more

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I loved the brisket. The ruins and pulled pork are great. The owner has his own personality. read more

There are only a few outdoor tables. We got ours to go. The food was good and the prices are reasonable. For the two of us we got one plate and added a Mexican taco and that was plenty of food for the two of us. read more

Great tender and tasty brisket, great baked beans, good cole slaw, potato salad a bit salty. Because the brisket was so great, I'll ignore the salty potato salad (I added sweet relish and a boiled egg the next day and we ate it). I will tell Mr PERSONALITY the next time I get take out about the salty potato salad. read more

The owner is a dick. Be prepared to be yelled at on the phone while trying to order. He rushes you off like it's an inconvenience you're trying to buy food from him. I hadn't even finished ordering and he almost hung up on me. He tried to talk me out of ordering something because it would be "too much" for me. Like I couldn't possibly be ordering for my whole family. Let's talk a customer out of giving you money. Super smart, this guy. Not a great way to run a business. No food is worth dealing with a complete condescending prick. read more

Excellent food & service! We'll be back! Highly recommend! Better than what we had in Texas! read more

Came here for lunch when visiting a friend that lives in the area and loves this place. You order and pay at the counter (where they like to display their Trump merchandise...). Cash only! The dining area is outside, but it's nice and covered. I had the beef tri-tip sandwich with potato salad and baked beans. They have 7 different bbq sauces available, I liked the "smoky" sauce. Didn't care for the potato salad, but the baked beans tasted fine to me. The actual sandwich was pretty good. Decent meal overall. read more

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I love Barbecue and happened to stumble across this hole in the wall. Bar none the best pulled pork sandwich I've ever eaten. Turns out the owner has won all sorts of national awards. The owner has dry sense of Humor for sure, but not one of those guys that caters to whiners im betting lol read more

I can't stay in Destin without stopping to see Quito and enjoying a spectacular meal of ribs, their own kettle chips and other sweet side items. Everything I've ever had here is fantastic- including the pointed political commentary, which is fun (served lightly for those with a different palette than the owners)! You may need to shoo a few flies while on the deck but it's usually pretty comfy. This is one of those meals that you'll smile through while you chew! For fall-off-the-bone great ribs, don't miss it!! read more

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I have been here several times over the past year or two, and thought the owners were a little rude, but finally figured out they are the exact opposite! They just have a different sense of humor. I plan to frequent this place more regularly. I love their BBQ, think their corn salad is great, and also love the cobbler. read more

Great BBQ. Owner has some bad reviews but he was great to us and we had something in common....WE HATE BAMA, But seriously the BBQ was fantastic. We will go back on our next trip. read more

Food awesome ! Map directs you to south side of 98 by it is north -a tiny outdoor place that only takes cash l. Worth it to support a local establishment ! read more

Lillie's Q - Barbeque Near Me - Miramar Beach, Florida

Owner is a douche. Apparently he only really caters to his locals. How dare you try to order anything on an Easter weekend because he's almost out of everything. We live in fort Walton and saw tri-tip randomly and it was an uncomfortable shit show. Seems like he hates his life. Retire already. Put someone front of house that has a smile. Wouldn't suggest this place to anyone...local or not. Baked beans were good but I know they are Bushes from Sam's. read more

The food here is great! We come to Florida every year and always come here more than once while we are here. Ribs are SO GOOD. Really all the Meats are super good!! The sauces are to die for and u can even get them on Amazon , we buy them all the time and there so good. Don't get hung up on the bad reviews this place is great if u have a backbone. He's gonna be political but it's funny as hell so just don't be the person who gets easily offended because he won't care lol (don't be a Karen).Overall great place!! read more

Here we are again wintering in Miramar Beach, somethings never change as is with Lillies BBQ! Banana Pudding made from scratch Pull pork Sandwich could have feed two. Bake beans mmmm The owner had me lol with some of his stories Ribs will be next time and brisket This is the real deal folks This man is a Legend for his barbecue! read more

Really good. The owner was rude over the phone but once I met him you can see he's just quirky. Nice guy. Great food. Best bbq in Destin area. Will go back. read more

The food was decent, but the owner is a complete jerk. He is rude on the phone, puts you down and questions your decisions. Also, be prepared for his personal political views to be vomited all over you, along with negative comments about the US, leaders, vaccines, masks, etc. He is allowed to be misinformed, but I have the power to leave reviews. Please pass this place up. read more

We stopped at Lillie's Q today and couldn't be happier that we did! We had a great lunch and a great visit with the owner who turned out to be from the same town as us (New Braunfels, Tx). I had the smoked chicken salad sandwich (which he offered me a sample of since I wasn't ordering BBQ) & it was delicious! My BF is the BBQ critic and he had Tri-tip & brisket, both of which he enjoyed. The owner even brought out a sample of brisket for me to try! We have bought the Lillie's Q sauce before in Tx but didn't realize this was "the" Lillie's Q! So we bought some more :) and he recommended the Gold Sauce! Looking forward to trying that on several different things! We found the owner to be extremely nice and (despite what some of these reviews say) extremely professional! He runs the place himself and that alone says a LOT! We will definitely be back! read more

If you're in the market for service with a smile go elsewhere. He is the drill sergeant of meat. That being said, the BBQ is " pretty solid". If you need meat around the holiday season just go elsewhere because he appears to be very stressed. Here's hoping the meat Marshal is sweet during the slow seasons. read more

We have driven past this BBQ place a thousand times. We finally stopped this week for lunch. We met Quito, the owner, who is worth the stop just to chat with. The food was amazing. I had the ribs and the new sausage with pimento cheese inside. Both were delicious. As an added bonus, Quito showed us how to make a proper batch of "Sun tea". Great food. We will be back. read more