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They're making some good BBQ in Portland. We were visiting Portland and stopped by Matt's for lunch. The food truck is located in a cluster of other trucks at Prost! bar. We placed our order via an electronic kiosk and ate at one of the communal picnic benches. We ordered pork ribs, brisket, and beef and cheese and jalapeno sausages. All were cooked in Texas style and well prepared. Parking is on neighborhood streets.
My first experience at a Portland food truck. I've heard a lot about the food truck scene in Portland so I was very excited to try. This place was amazing! The ribs were tender, and fell off the bone. The burnt ends were so flavorful. The brisket wasn't dry and sooo sooo tender. They have so many different sauces to choose from as well. The portions were great for the price. Super fast service on a weekend as well. Will definitely be back when I find myself in Portland again!
No bias. This is my absolute favorite bbq spot in Portland. The briskets are my favorite. I recently tried the brisket bbq sandwich and it was stuffed! Brisket proteins render and juicy. Pickled veggies and cabbage. All the sauces were so good! Cherry chipotle was my favorite and second was the hog vinegar! Definitely should give it a try. You can order online for pick up or arrive and order at the kiosk. There is an estimated wait time counter in front of the cart!
Food truck pod serves most delicious mouth watering smoked brisket, ribs and pull pork. No need for sauce... the peach sauce was pretty yummy. This place can get busy so come early.
Stopped at this food cart at Prost as people have been talking about this bbq. This place has the staple bbq items: I learned if your heart is set in your favorites order in advance as thus joint runs out before they even open. So I ordered some alternative items and pleased with my second choices. I ordered chopped brisket sandwich and Mac and cheese. The Mac was a good deal at five dollars: rich and super filling with some kick. The brisket chop sandwich was tummy; meat was super moist and not fatty. The BBQ joint also offers four sauces: two mustards, vinegar and sweet bbq. Pro tip: order your food in the morning as cut meats sell out. Worth a visit!
So I've been here a few times over the last couple of years, and I gotta say that it's progressively gotten better versus the first time. Hence why I never reviewed this place with the first visit. Here's the latest with Matt's BBQ: = Location | Parking = Along the mighty Mississippi Ave, and within a food pod corner of Skidmore, you will find Matt's BBQ along with other tasty carts. I didn't notice any Parking Kitty signs along the street, but did notice bus stops, 30 minute, and 2 hour parking signs. So be mindful of where you park. = The Q = Previous orders... A late afternoon visit and ate at the patio: ~ Chopped Brisket Sandwich ($13.00) and a NC Style Pulled Pork Sandwich ($12.00) with Potato Salad (1/2 pint $3.50). Messy at first, but what pulled pork or brisket sandwich isn't? Maybe it's the slaw. I'm picky about this and don't necessarily like the slaw juices soaking up the bread. But still, the meat in itself was smokey and flavorful. Would I order these again? Probably, but it's the "I need a fork" situation. As for the potato salad, I'll just say their's definitely is a lot of chunky potato cuts, and drier than I expected. More recent order... Got there right when they opened and was the first customer that ordered: ~ Brisket Cuts and Pulled Pork, with two Sides Combo Plate! This time with the sides, I went with the Pinto Beans (1/2 Pint) and Queso Mac and Cheese (+$0.50). Total for the combo $36.50. Now this I took home. I actually raced to get home to eat it right away too. When I got home, the meat cooled, so I threw it in the oven for a few minutes to warm it all up. And maaaan, I gotta tell ya! Both the fatty and lean brisket slices were SPOT ON with smokiness, smoke ring, smell, and taste! So tender, so good, so savory! The pulled pork as well, you can smell the smokiness and it was just greasy fatty goodness! As for the pinto beans, I liked it. They went well with everything really. The queso mac'n'cheese was also tasty. So would I order this combo again? Highly likely! I enjoyed it! = Service and Overall = I can't say that I've interacted with the guys working there, but I haven't had any negative ordering experiences either. Overall to me, their Q stands out versus others in the area, but especially after my last visit. If anything, I'd just recommend going there right when they open. Right when the Q is ready to be served ;) That's how it's done son!
Solid food, quick service, chill setting... cost too much for what you get. I'd for sure get it again but the pricing was just high in my opinion for the amount of brisket on the sando or the 1/2 pound of brisket. No real complaints, most places cost a lot now.
Overall I would say Matt's BBQ was solid Texas style bbq. The food cart picnic tables had a good vibe and turned over quickly. Super nice on a sunny pdx fall day! We had the brisket burnt ends, spare ribs, potato salad and queso mac & cheese. The pickled veg and mac and cheese were my favorite bites. I felt like the burnt ends even though they were tasty had too much bbq sauce and the ribs were a bit tough. Portion size on everything was surprisingly huge.
Crazy good BBQ, super fast service, lots of seating in the pod, order-at-kiosk. What's not to like? Next time I'm looking for some BBQ I know where to go!
It's not much of a secret that Matt knows his BBQ. Matt has learned the trait to a T. There isn't too many elite BBQ options in Portland, but here's one of them without a doubt. Maybe the best? This place could thrive anywhere in the country. It's legit legit. Between Matt's BBQ Tacos and Matt's BBQ, I've tried a little of everything. There are no misses when it comes to the protein options. Even the BBQ sauces were above and behind. Absolutely terrible potato salad though. No one is coming for that though. Matt's is as good as advertised. (4.8 Stars)
Can I get Matt to the front of the line pleeeaasseeee!!! Matt, if you're in the kitchen friend, hello how are you? Lol I've been mad that every time I come to your place of establishment you're always sold out but today!!!!!!!! Lol I understand why you're always sold out. The flavors, the smokiness, the beans, the potato salad, the sauces, the mannnnn!!!! Yess this is what barbecue is suppose to taste like. This is what food is suppose to taste like. And the cost of all this too??? Wow... amazing Matt you outdid yourself
This entire food pod is a whole vibe. Me and a friend came here two days in a row during our trip to Portland. On our first visit, I connected with a food truck owner from my home state, and my friend and I also met a couple visiting from Florida. We ended up talking to that couple for close to three hours; they had ordered brisket from Matt's BBQ and insisted that we have some. My friend and I had a few small bites, and we were both so completely blown away by those samples that we came back for dinner the next day. I ordered chopped brisket for my meal and my friend ordered sliced brisket. Sho' nuff, Matt's BBQ handily delivered on flavor and quality once again the next day, and every single thing on my barbecue tray was absolutely delicious! This was honestly the best brisket I've had since my first trip to Austin, TX almost eight years ago. If it matters to you, Matt's BBQ is one of the restaurants that Phil Rosenthal ate at during the Portland episode of Somebody Feed Phil.
This food truck bbq meal tastes just as good as any non food truck. We shared ribs, a pulled pork sandwich, Mac n cheese. There was also unlimited use to sauces, bbq, spicy, mustard. Definitely try them all, the ribs were my highlight as they completely fell off the bone
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Another one of my favorite to go places for BBQ is Matt's! Even though it's a food cart, hot damn they make some of the best brisket in town. I have a dear heart for Road Runner BBQ's brisket, but Matt's brisket is just as great. True, they are very popular and do sell out at times. Luckily they are now open Sunday's so there are more chances to grab that special goodness. I first tried it on a wet and rainy day over a year ago. I got the brisket platter with a couple of sides. I barely could finish my meal because the portions were so generous. The brisket had the special signature ring and an everlasting smoky bite. The sides weren't too shabby and the coleslaw went well with the meat. Since the food portions are generous, I was able to have leftovers for lunch the next day. I was able to get a "gift certificate" for a friend's b-day too after they won me over. My next visit, a couple friends and I ordered the big platter with an extra rib. The food fed all 3 of us for only about 20 bucks or so. We were able to try everything they offered including the sausages that tend to tell out at times. If your lucky, you get to see the meat prepped on the grill and sliced to perfection. They offer specials from time to time and I tried pulled "lamb" for the first time. I found another winner in my book. The hype is real and this BBQ joint is definitely a place I recommend to anyone who asks where to find addicting BBQ. Don't be shy stranger, you'll thank me later! read more
3 years ago
Omg this is a MUST!! Matt's BBQ is highly recommended. I'm so glad we tried this pace. The portions are a nice size. The Beans are fire . read more
3 years ago
Probably would've went with 4 1/2 stars here if I could've, but rounding up purely because this is the best BBQ in the state of Oregon. I had the "whole shebang" and subbed out the pulled pork for pork belly burnt ends. All the meat - brisket, pork rib, pork belly burnt ends, and sausage - were solid. I probably ranked them in order from favorite to least favorite. The sides that come with this platter surprised me though. The beans were phenomenal and tasted like chili with the amount of meat in the mixture. Both the potato salad and coleslaw tasted homemade, which was appreciated. Definitely will be back. @barbecuebeast on IG #BBQbeast read more
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Even though they were out of what I was really after (cause it's super awesome) I ordered the burnt pork ends. These were melt in your mouth with a little crisp bites of goodness. Next time I won't e late for what I was after. read more
7 years ago
I was really excited to try this cart out after all the hype! The meats were great! The sides however were ok. The Mac and cheese was cold, it would have been much better hot or at least warm. The potato salad could have used more salt, but the slaw was great! So were the sauces. Next time I'll go back and try some tacos! read more
5 years ago
Oh man, cannot recommend this place enough! I was in the neighborhood after checking out Blue Star donuts and Matt's BBQ was just down the street. There was a good amount of people for 11:30 AM on a Friday morning. Matt's BBQ is located in a little food cart park. As soon as you walk by you can smell the barbecue. Currently, they aren't taking any orders in person. You can order ahead of time, or use the QR code that they have set up. You place your order online, and then check in with them at the cart, and once you do that they'll start preparing your order. There are lots of tables outside for you to sit and enjoy. I ordered the brisket burnt ends and all I can say is WOW. It was extremely flavorful and peppery and caramelized. It honestly didn't even need the sauce that it came with. Super tender meat as well. I liked that it came with pickles and onions on the side to cut through some of the fat. There are also other sauces they have right by the cart if you want to try others! Definitely come by and get some BBQ! read more
3 years ago
Saw the episode of DD&D with Guy Fieri and had to find this place. Guess everyone else had the same idea. Open from 11-7. Showed up at 3 in a Sunday and was reduced to eating chopped brisket and burnt ends. That is all the meat that was left! Was about 20 min too late for ribs... Grr. If you want to try more than just brisket, come early! The meat was phenomenal. Juicy, and tender. The sauce is boss! Potato salad and beans killed it. I liked the homemade "pickles", which are really just sliced of cucumber with pickled onion and jalapenos. I was unaware of the jalapenos until I had already shoved one of the cucumber pieces in my mouth. Wowza! Give a girl some warning! All in all, was worth navigating to. I'm from out of town so it was extra difficult... Go to Matt's.... Early. You will not be disappointed!! read more
Visiting from Seattle. Time: Friday 12pm Waited in line for about 15 minutes. Ordered 1/4 lb Pulled Pork, 1/4 lb Brisket, Single Mac & Cheese, 1 Sausage, and Jalapenos. Overall, the food was great and I can see why people say this is the best BBQ you can get in Portland. While everything was delicious, I didn't feel like it topped some of the other BBQ I've had before. I will still give it 5 stars for being so good in state that isn't known for BBQ. The BBQ sauce they give you has a little bit of spice and adds a lot of flavor. My favorite thing was probably the Mac & Cheese. It didn't feel too rich or heavy, but was great on every bite. For the meats, the brisket was definitely the best, followed by the pulled pork and then the sausage. I would recommend going for the brisket over the other two for sure. Glad I tried this place while I was in town, but wouldn't return again. read more
If you ask any foodie that knows his/her way around Portland, chances are they'll point you to either Podnah's or Matt's if you're looking for good barbecue in the Rose City. Although both Podnah's and Matt's pride themselves for bringing Authentic Texas-style BBQ to the PNW, there are some salient differences between the two establishments. I can say with about 88% confidence that whereas Podnah's seems to be inspired by the East Texas style BBQ (famous examples include Stanley's Famous Pit BBQ in Tyler, and Bodacious BBQ in Longview) whereas Matt's definitely stays true to the more hyped up Central Texas style of BBQ (see, e.g., Franklin's, Salt Lick, Cooper's). I only discovered barbecue and started appreciating it for what it is after I left the great state of Texas, but to give you a quick overview of the difference between the two styles: East Texas style tends to be cooked and smoked for longer than most of its Texan counterparts, so the texture of the meat is inordinately soft. If you order ribs at an East Texas BBQ joint, the telltale sign that the establishment knows what they're doing is if the meat just slides off the bone the moment you grab it to place it closer to your face. The meat also has kind of a homely marinara kind of undertone to it because most places seem to marinate it some sort of tomato base and they mostly smoke the meat with hickory, which tends to imbue the meat with a sweet, candy-bacon type flavor. The hallmark of the Central Texas style, or so I am told, is that it is cooked with indirect heat (i.e. in a smoker), usually with a dry rub consisting at the minimum of salt and black pepper, with varying degrees of spices added to the rub depending on where you go. Practitioners of the Central Texas style also seem to favor using wood that accentuate the meat with a thick smoky/nutty flavor and color--most Central Texas BBQ joints routinely use Oak and Pecan (or a combination of both) and sometimes Mesquite. Central Texas BBQ joints also urge that you try the meat by itself before drowning it in sauce as the end result is usually nuanced with all the subtle flavors from the wood, and the minimal salt/pepper rub accentuates the flavor of the meat that's been sweating and cooking in its own juice (more readily than a direct fire/smoke method of cooking) from the indirect fire. Podnah's was a faithful representation of the East Texas style in my mind, due to the fact that the flavors were deftly executed (meat melting in mouth, light sweet-ish flavor tailor-made to be drowned in an array of sauces) but the tomato marinade gave it that auspiciously "home-cooked" flavor to it. Because of that small accentuation, the food at Podnah's makes you think maybe, just maybe, you could recreate something similar at home if only you had a firepit to cook 8-10lb slabs of meat for long hours without setting off the smoke alarm. Matt's in contrast, set off all sorts of memories of Austin and San Antonio. The meat was definitely pepper heavy in terms of the flavor by itself--I think they may have used whole peppercorn to coat the outside as the flavor expresses itself so vividly both on the surface and within the inside layers of the meat. The meat is tender, but not so soft to the point of being mush; the salt brings out just enough of the innate qualities of the meat that you essentially don't need any sauce to garnish the meat. Unlike your run-of-the-mill BBQ restaurants which offer you varying degrees of BBQ sauces based on spice level, tangy-ness, etc., Matt's simply gives you a small cup of sauce as if to say "you can use this if you want, but we're pretty sure you won't need it." I'm inclined to agree with Matt on this one. The Beef Ribs were definitely worth coming up to Portland on the weekend for; unlike the brisket where you get a little bit of chewy on the tips and just soft tenderness throughout, the ribs have a nice textural contrast between the connective fiber and the actual meat once you push the bone out of the way. The pecan did wonders for the pork belly; imagine if you had fluffy, juicy pork bulgogi except with no marinade and that's what Matt's smoked pork belly tastes like. Absolutely no complaints about the jalapeno cheddar sausage, either. Kinda wish this place was open late so I can stumble here drunk and get one of their chopped brisket or pork belly tacos after dark. read more
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Wow! This is definitely the best barbecue I have ever had. Everything was incredibly flavorful and we felt well taken care of. Highly recommend this place! read more
Matt's BBQ had love at first glance, yet it's the taste test that is always matters the most in the world. Stopped in to try some BBQ after catching an episode of Diners Drive Inn's & Dives. Guy as he does hyped it up, so I needed a taste test myself. I roll up in my ride and notice a nice parking lot for parking next to the Meat Shack where Matt serves. Ordering I have the chopped brisket , potato salad & coleslaw. Plus a side of sausage. Let's start with the sides and my potato salad was delicious almost perfect specimen ( thanks ) but the coleslaw was lack luster with very little taste in my opinion. Here's where it went south. Well, I paid for the sausage yet it was not given to me so BITE ME MATT, I don't like being ripped off. Brisket order was a chopped brisket which I wasn't sure if they sauced it or was just wet, but not the best brisket I've ever eaten and I've had brisket all over Texas. If your selling it I expect it to be like a Texas pit master does it. I saw some whole slices on the counter that looked really tasty so my mistake may have been ordering chopped. Not sure where I sit with Matt's based on my meal and getting ripped off on my side of sausage was a major disappointment in my book. Maybe your experience will be amazing, however I didn't drive off with a smile on my face. read more
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SO GOOD!!! get there early because in most occasions they sell out quick, especially the brisket and pulled pork. I believe they have 2 other locations. Definitely a must if you're in the area. read more
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Super yummy, and wished for double the amount. Potato salad has a mustard tang to it. The sauces are the best. read more
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Yesss! Best BBQ place in Portland. Got the brisket plate, and the meat was tender and soft and fatty. Filling. A bit pricy, but it's worth. Come early in the day before they run out. Aim to get there during off peak hours to avoid the line. The mac n cheese was super cheesy and yums. read more
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Honestly no negatives about this joint! The times I've been here, the staff working in the cart are awesome, they get through the line as quickly as they can, the food is bomb, and I leave so satisfied. The line can be long, like stretched all the way out to the street, but it's worth the wait. We came on a Sunday, and they had the beef ribs for $20 a pound. It's a little spendy at first glance, but the bone is HUGE. The meat falls right off the bone to literally clean it. It's a must get, but you have to be quick! We went 30 min after opening and everyone was ordering it. I also recommend the pork belly burnt ends as my second favorite thing here. They're perfectly crispy and fatty, and with the array of sauces provided, it's greatness. read more
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Matt's BBQ is the real deal. Pepper crusted smoked brisket tastes like a bite of Texas. The pork belly burnt ends are juicy, lightly Smokey and mouth watering delicious. The sandwiches are worthy with pickles and onions. Sides are on point too but don't skimp on the proteins. They know BBQ at Matt's. Service was off the charts friendly and a non stop line of customers waiting for Q! This is the closest to Texas BBQ I've found in Portland. read more
2 years ago
I think I found my favorite Texas Style BBQ spot in Portland! Podnah's Pit BBQ doesn't even come close! The highlight for me is their mouthwatering brisket (best I've had so far of all the bbq places I eaten at). It was tender, juicy, flavorful and had just the right amount of fat content--smoked to perfection! I pretty much scarfed it up! It was that good! Their pork ribs was delicious as well and was scrumptious by itself without smothering it with their tangy bbq sauce (which was an okay sauce for me). The ribs was also tender, juicy, smokey, and had very good dry rub flavors. We came on a Sunday around 1pm (2 hours after opening) and their beef ribs was already sold out. I wanted to try them monstrous work of art, but too bad :(. While I was waiting to order the meat chef offered a freshly cut sample of their brisket. It was a pretty generous piece and I thought to myself, 'are you for reals right now?' Then happily grabbed it, popped it in my mouth and savored it. I am not one to pass up free food, haha. Anyways, I ended up ordering 'The Whole Shebang for 2' because it came with 1/4 lbs of that delicious brisket. It also came with two pork ribs, some pulled pork, sausage, slaw, pinto beans, potato salad, and two slices of bread. I'm not sure if it normally comes with pickled veggies but my order did and it was a perfect addition to the whole dish and complimented the bbq meat really well. My wife and I brought our appetite and came out very full! They don't mess around with their portions! We will definitely be back again! The beef ribs and pork belly are on my sight for next time :-D. read more
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4233 N Mississippi Ave
Portland, OR 97217
Boise, Mississippi, North Portland
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Can I bring my dog?
Yes! They have an outdoor, covered seating area and is very dog friendly.
Would this place be likely to run out of food on a Wednesday by the evening?
Most likely. Either that or there won't be a lot of selections.. It's a very popular place.
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