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    Little Mark's BBQ & Grill

    4.0 (40 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Kevin D.

    Great entrees, bad appetizers Little marks is our stop for a quick casual bite around Vernon. Enjoy the smoked meats, sides are okay, but the quality is usually really good. My review this time is highlighting my biggest gripe. We got a half-rack of ribs, Santa Fe egg rolls, and a meatloaf sandwich. For 16 bucks, we get two egg rolls put on a giant plate with arugula put on the bottom to try and disguise the shame. This isn't the first time we've had issues with the portion size of an appetizer at this location either. I know appetizers are not entrees, I know that some things take more time to craft and prepare. If the portion is going to be small and expensive, use smaller plates, make sure the flavor is strong, and make them thick. Even if they gave us 3 and put them in a fry basket would've been a better showing than an awkward attempt of an egg roll salad In contrast, for 18 bucks I get this beautifully smoked meatloaf sandwich with a slew of caramelized onions and a perfectly placed breaded mozzarella to give that epic cheese pull. Along with sweet potato fries and Cole slaw and a pickle. We complained about the egg rolls and got them removed from the bill, so my review score doesn't reflect them. The entrees are stellar, the sides are afterthoughts, and the price is appropriate for the quality. They need better attention to detail on their sides to make them that truly epic bbq spot, and if they do that they can be one of the greats. But I'm using this review to hopefully pass on some knowledge to those planning to swing by. Stick to the entrees and you'll have a great experience. Stray from the mains, and your experience can vary.

    Shannon Y.

    Quiet today after the holiday on a Sunday. Food , so good!! Catfish, collards amazing ! Go! Support local!!!

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    John P.

    Went there with my wife and family yeah I'm really had a great time thanks to our server, Hillary, and the food is really good, as well as the cold beer!! Only downside for me personally was the acoustics made the place extremely loud. Can't wait to come back again !

    Carlaine J.

    I am rating this a 4 stars with the caveat that this will be a 4 star once the training wheels are off. Our experience tonight was a 3 - however very easy fixes and understood complications with a restaurant only being open 3 days and its first Friday night service. First off the food. Delicious. We order the tumbleweeds and wings for an app. Wings - Best in the area - by far!!! Smokey and juicy!! The tumbleweeds were slightly less than, they were overpacked in the fryer leaving an undercooked and soggy texture to about half - easy fix. We ordered the sampler bbq platter - Ribs, sausage, and pulled pork. I really appreciated the Smokey flavor - you actually taste that these meats were on the grill being smoked and charred. We felt none of the meats needed the additional sauce and honestly the sauces aren't the best - did not do the meats any 'flavor'. lol. The staff was super friendly however our section was sat inefficiently for the waiter and she had a hard time keeping up. We were sat in the extra seating space by the bathrooms - farthest from the kitchen and bar. The extra space was noticeable in the amount of time between waitress sightings in our area. With that said - super friendly and hospitable waitress - she did 5 stars for what she was given. I am excited to see what this place can do in the next couple of months. Definitely worth the visit - but reminder they just opened. So be kind and respect the process. I would rather wait and the food be delicious.

    Mark N.

    I'm guilty of being slow to try the new Little Mark's BBQ on Kelly Rd. In Vernon. I was a fan of the old one and George catered some large backyard parties I had - always did a wonderful job. The new spot is awesome! Bright, clean, modern, lots of TV's and 2 bars; big & little. Our service was excellent on Sunday at around 2:00 and they had a decent crowd. I especially liked their tumbleweeds and special Korean BBQ ribs appy. We had the Baby Back ribs and with a heavy smoked flavor and generous portion we were more than happy! Really nice place and seems well run and good food. I see a bright future!

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    Simone L.

    We stopped in on our way from Portland, ME back to MD. The food was pretty good. The steak was cooked well but needed some more seasoning. The dirty rice lacked flavor. The catfish was excellent, seasoned and cooked very well. Service was a bit slow and we had to ask for a refill on drinks even though the place wasn't very busy. Also had to ask for a box and our check. They have lots of tables/seating and a bar.

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    Barbara B.

    Loved this place! They fixed it up and turned it into a great little barbecue spot! We split a southwest wrap that was full of avocado, grilled chicken, and a great dressing g. We asked them to leave dirty rice out. It was delicious and plenty for two. We had a side of Cajun fries . My stepmom got the brisket grilled cheese. It was on a brioche roll and came with onion straws. She is taking 1/2 home. We will be back!

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    Shawn A.

    Original recipes, Original owner, and the same great food! Started with the Burnt Ends, of course, with their sweet BBQ sauce....Memory lane material!!! Had the catfish entree, blackened, two filet portion and very yummy; the jalepeneo tartar sauce added an extra kick! Wife had the Cesar salad with chicken. Very good sized salad and the cornbread croutons were a nice touch! Overall, great service and food and ambiance!! Welcome back Lil Mark!!!

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    I liked the old Little Marks. Towards the end it got a little shaky, but I didnt want the place to shut down. So I thought it was great when they opened a new place in the location of the worst Italian place in town. The ribs were better than they were before! The new place looks great! Excellent crew was on hand to hook us up, but I bet the place gets noisy on the weekend! We hit it early in the midweek, not too busy, and things went great. Welcome back Little Marks, I look forward to going back.

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    Service is mediocre even when the dining room is mostly empty. Ribs were all bone, no meat. Chicken was WAY overcooked.

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    Service was top notch and food was delicious. Next time we travel this way we will be back.

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    Food was amazing, the hot bbq was definitely kickin. Everything was of great quality and enjoyed it. Best bbq in a long time.

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