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    McDaniel's QN2 BBQ

    3.6 (134 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Menu as of 7/3/25
    Kin L.

    Came on a Thursday evening. They had trivia going on which seems really cool for the neighborhood. My friends and I each got the two/three item plates and were able to try each other's food. I really enjoyed the brisket which was tender and not too fatty. The chopped pork was okay, as was the smoked chicken (not moist but not dry). The standout was the ribs, which were fantastic. As far as sides, I enjoyed the collard greens. The squash casserole and mac and cheese were solid but nothing special. Corn bread was a little dry for me but there were cheddar biscuits free to grab and they were excellent. The staff brought out food and were generally friendly. Decor had a very classic, local feel but was clean and spacious. Worth coming by but maybe not to go out of your way.

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    Cassandra G.

    There is so much good to say about this place. I'll try to do my best. If you are in the Sandy Springs area, you will probably already know about McDaniels qn2 because it's kind of a spot for the locals and it must be special because they've been around for over 20 years! It's hopping during the lunch hour with all the business folks, and during the off business hours it's a bunch of regulars and friends in search for some good bbq. The restaurant is very spacious, so there's tons of seating and additionally, they have a small patio out front. You wanna line up as you walk in and scour the menu for all the good eats that you will be consuming momentarily (it's fast service too!). We were promptly greeted by Glen and served our dishes, and we really had a wonderful time having some good old fashioned classic barbecue!!! This is a place that does all the classics justice unlike some other barbecue spots that I have frequented where there is a lot of sugar and artificial ingredients in the food, not McDaniels qn2. They've got a really good thing going with their original classic barbecue sauce that's made in house. It is finger licking good!! The ribs will take you to another world. They're that good!! You can taste that every item that the restaurant serves is prepared with a lot of TLC. I have a lot of respect for an establishment like this that makes everything from scratch especially when it comes to barbecue and southern food. If you're looking for a casual, but true to it's name barbecue spot look no further than McDanielsqn2.

    McDaniel's BBQ - Sandy Springs location
    Jaleesia R.

    Found this place on a drive by after leaving my appointment. Pulled into the parking lot and saw you could order online... this was a winner - I dislike going inside & standing at the counter reading the menu. The front counter staff was very nice. I believe the inside took me by surprise. I assumed it was upscale but provided a very nice, quiet and casual atmosphere. Daily specials are posted on the counter. They make homestyle pork rinds for sale. I ordered online which took about a entire 15 mins from decision making and order pickup. Fast turnaround. Taste. The food was good. I have had BBQ that was more tasteful when it comes to seasoning. The bbq sauce was watery and not a fave of mine. The fried okra and sweet potato fries were very fresh. I would surely recommend if in this area and you want to grab a quick bite to eat. It did not take long for my order to be ready.

    Large pulled pork plate - generously loaded
    DeeDee H.

    Good BBQ with a neighborhood crowd Trying their Q on a whim, I stopped in and choose the pulled pork plate. With the great prices, who wouldn't? One simply orders at the counter, where the crew is happy and helpful! Then, they swiftly bring out the entrees, with sincere offers to assist with any other dining needs. On my plate, the baked beans weren't overly-sweet, thankfully, and the potato fries were hot, and perfectly-crisp... the iced tea - perfectly brewed! The BBQ sauce is vinegar-based but tasty, not thick & overpowering of the fare. They also have a mustard-based and wing sauce, to select from as well. **But, to all my Southerners, pls note: One simply does not visit without ordering the Fried Green Tomatoes.** LOL The space itself is larger inside than one might anticipate from the outside view. Thus, you needn't worry over a place to sit. There is a sea of tables to accommodate large groups to couples. In my case, I'd apparently beaten the happy-hour crowd, and was happy for that. But what I noticed, aside from the lovely afternoon sun - the dining area can open up during more temperate months, allowing the wonderful summer breezes to pass through, which would only add to a great outing, imho. Would definitely recommend is on the area BON APPÉTIT

    Dan D.

    If you want a restaurant that has chosen that Covid doesn't exist, they're a good pick with decent portions. Got this as takeout. No masks anywhere and they offer cheesy biscuits in a shared container. They're pretty good, but considering the world right now I'm unsure if having everyone reach in is a smart plan. It seems ownership skews heavy right wing based on the report. A combo with ribs and dark meat is about 20 dollars. The ribs are solid! You only get two bit they're very good. The thigh + leg are fine. I would prefer them to be perhaps a bit crunchier, but i was satisfied. The shredded pork was a bit dry and really needs the bbq sauce to be interesting. Their Fried Okra was unremarkable but good. The Sweet Potato Fries were the least interesting item by far. They're fairly plain. Overall, not bad. I could be convinced to return, but I might not be tripping over myself to do so.

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    Stephen Michael T.

    I used to love eating their ribs when I was in my youth. Now, I come back for the side options & sweet tea ! Always a fan favorite in the Sandy Springs community. Delicious food. Great staff. I'll be back. Atmosphere: 8 | 10 Service: 9 | 10 Food: 9 | 10

    This was tasteless
    Glenda B.

    I used Foodsby to try out this place for lunch at work. My food was delivered in a reasonable amount of time however when I opened the container my jaw dropped. I was somehow expecting food that was going to my mouth salivating and instead I had a wtf expression on my face. My motto is I give everybody a shot to make a good impression but Slopes definitely missed the mark. I have no idea where to begin. The ribs. You can't convince me these were prepared on a pit or a grill. They were lifeless. Very thin. They tasted like they were boiled or baked first ane then slapped on a grill. Even the sauce was flat. One or two chewy bites and in the trash can it went! Slopes please stop trying to pass off this slop as barbecue. Never again. Foodsby need to remove this restaurant.

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