Very helpful staff, excellent smells while we waited for carry out. All of our selections were great just wish we had ordered more read more

Food was average backs of ribs were not peeled. One bottle of bar b que sauce had turned acidic. May be best in Missouri, but not in Oklahoma lots of signs on the highway none in town. Was good just not great read more

The food, service, and ambiance were all great. A rustic decor inside and out, definitely takes you back to a different time. Food was delicious. We were traveling with 3 kids under 7, we ordered to sample plates and a little extra. Everyone was full and happy, the food was delicious! read more

Have only been once. The food was good as well as the service and prices. Will be going back. Hopefully soon.

Classic BBQ in with a real country atmosphere. I came with my friend. I got the ribs and she got both the pulled pork and brisket. Both came with 2 sids. I was not impressed with the ribs, but my friend liked her biscuit. 6 read more

Absolutely delicious! We were driving from Branson to St. Louis and were starting to look for a place for lunch. My son was craving bbq and we saw a billboard for Mo Hick BBQ, so I pulled it up on Yelp and we followed the directions to find the place. We missed a turn and went a little out of the way before we figured it out, but we eventually made it. The building has a cool waterwheel outside and vintage, but comfortable decor. The only complaint I have was that there was a man waiting for a table outside the restroom. I went in and closed the door and realized that there was a huge gap in the door and he looked right in at me. I ended up switching off the light to use the toilet so he couldn't see me. We were told there would be a 20-30 minute wait, but we only ended up waiting about 10 minutes. Our server was very attentive and kept our drinks refilled and checked on us often. I ordered the broasted white meat chicken with mac and cheese and baked beans. It was soooo good! There were several different bottles of bbq sauce on the table and I tried them on my chicken. My favorite was the original. My husband ordered the pulled chicken, my daughter had the pulled pork sandwich, and my son had the brisket. We were all blown away by how much we loved our food. We're from California and won't be passing by again anytime soon, but we will make the effort to go back next time we visit Missouri! read more

I opted for the Sampler Platter, this is the way to go if you want a good selection of meats. Overall the ribs were fall off the bone tender and great flavor, the pulled pork was moist but did need some sauce to give it some flavor, the brisket was OK but more like chopped beef versus brisket and a bit overdone. The sides I had of cole slaw and cucumber & onions were delicious and had great flavor. Service was OK and overall the food was good. read more

Missouri Hick Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Cuba, Missouri

MO Hicks BBQ sits along Rt 66 in Cuba, MO. They always have good service and good food. I have been there many times with my motorcycle club, and they never disappoint! read more

A BBQ joint on rte. 66? Still open at 7 PM on a Sunday night? You bet I'm going to stop--this being the 368th 'cue stop on a journey across 35 states. $15.85 + tip purchased a pulled pork plate with sides of German potato salad and mac 'n cheese, with a refillable soft drink (Pepsi products). The pork had good smoke and flavor, and paired well with the original sauce that was on the table. Alas, the mac 'n cheese was dry in the extreme, and the German potato salad would have been better if served hot. So. the pork is a safe bet, but next time I'll try some of the other sides. read more

Hard to go wrong when you have a water wheel out front! Kid friendly -- kids under 3 eat free -- and the food is tasty and plentiful. Caitlyn was a delight! read more

Missouri Hick Barbeque - Now I want my own water wheel - Barbeque Near Me - Cuba, Missouri

Love dining here and also love the shirts one can purchase here. Love the desserts here too-especially the fruit cobblers(with ice cream)! Good array of barbecue sauces available(important to me). I also like that German Potato Salad and Sauerkraut are among the sides one can choose from. The sausages are decent. My favorite meat is the sliced turkey. The pulled pork is not shredded which I prefer. However each time I have been here the service has been great. Definitely a great place for tourists and family and friends. On historic Route 66! read more

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I had a lot of high hopes for this place as this is advertised well on the road going west into Cuba, as well as Route 66 publications. But I found this to be very typical of most of the BBQ places I've eaten at. Not to say it was bad, just not special in any way or nothing stood out. I found the portions to the sides to be small, but either way I was still full. The mac and cheese and fries were okay. Food came out quick as the restaurant wasn't that busy during the afternoon. read more

Missouri Hick Barbeque - Two meat platter - Barbeque Near Me - Cuba, Missouri

Awesome little spot along 66! I'm not sure where people get the idea of a dry brisket, because mine was perfection. I got the sampler with ribs, brisket, and ribs. They. Were. AMAZING. The German potato salad was delicious, the slaw was decent (but my tastebuds were underwhelmed after the potato salad, lol). My husband had the ribs and the sausage and thought it was delicious as well. His green beans were good, but the fries were fantastic. We LOVED the Smokey sauce (even bought two bottles to take home). Topped it off with apple cobbler that all but melted in our mouths. Definitely a MUST STOP!!!! read more

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I hate to leave a negative review for somewhere with such delicious food. But unfortunately, our experience isn't based on the food in this case. We visited Mo Hick around 7:00ish on 3/7/24, had a wonderful dinner. Our food was great, our waitress was friendly and helpful. After dinner we were trying to get out of their hair so they could get cleaned up and get ready for closing. On our way out, we noticed that the exterior lights that were on when we came in, were now turned off, though they were still open and still had other customers inside. We even commented how dark it was. As we are walking out the front entrance, not even 15 feet from the front door, my mother trips over a parking curb, which was not painted yellow, no reflective strip, nothing. My 65 year old mother fell to the ground to the wet pavement in pain. My sister immediately went inside for ice, the staff in front was slow to get it, but did eventually realize what was going on, and they grabbed the ice and came outside to check. The girls who came out were very friendly, trying to joke after seeing my mother was responsive. They quickly retreated back inside though. Did not offer much service other than the ice. My mother tripped over a curb that was not properly painted, in the dark. She broke her ankle, and bruised herself up pretty bad. The next day, I emailed MO Hick to let them know what had happened. Not to ask for anything, except for them to consider keeping their lights on until they close, because apparently, they knowingly turn them off close to closing time, to prevent others from coming inside, and to recommend painting their curbs safety yellow. This could have happened to someone much older and much more fragile. Instead, I got no response. And when my mother called and asked to speak to the manager, she was only met with complete disrespect and hatefulness. This is when they told her they purposely turn the lights off. And that they would be responding to my email. It is now 2 weeks later and we have not heard anything. Which is what is leading to my review. My family will not dine somewhere that does not care about their customers or about their safety & wellbeing. They lost an entire family of customers. read more

Great atmosphere, good service and great food! Loved eating on the top screened in area while enjoying our food. read more

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I stopped by on a weeknight so it wasn't terribly busy but it wasn't empty either. Service was good and food came out pretty fast. Ordered a burnt ends sandwich with baked beans. Probably the best BBQ you can find in Missouri 5 mins from the interstate in any town not called Kansas City. They have a nice selection of sauces if you dine in, so you can pick what fits your taste. If you are craving BBQ and are passing through, this place will get the job done for you. read more

Outstanding cherry smoked BBQ. If you can't decide, go with the sampler platter. The portions are huge and don't forget the great sides. You have 6 BBQ sauces to sample. Great service! A Route 66 tradition! read more

Food was cold and lacked seasoning. Barbecue sauce was too sweet. Pulled pork was cold and dry. Ribs had no dry rub.

We've been here before and the bbq is pretty good but I was in the mood for a baked potato for one of my vegetarian days The menu online stated 10.99 for the baked potato but when I got there it was 12.99 and no price change for no meat. So I left the bacon and meat off, still 12.99. One might think that leaving all that off, they might put more of the onions and cheese etc on but that was not the case. The beans were so sickeningly sweet I couldn't eat them. Giving 3 stars because the do good bbq but they should have a vegetarian option with a lower price. read more

Loved the sampler platter, which was VERY generous portion. Was steered to it by the server. Really nicely Smokey. Sat at "picnic tables" in roadhouse like atmosphere. Lots of sauce choices. A delicious break from driving. read more

Service is excellent. The ribs are good, baked beans were delicious, Germans potato salad was OK (not my style), celery coleslaw was good and the pulled pork was good. Multiple choices on barbecue sauce. The atmosphere is awesome. read more

Missouri Hick Barbeque - Interior - Barbeque Near Me - Cuba, Missouri

Public service announcement - if you've ever had good barbecue, stay away from this place. Very bad food. I got the ribs and had to send them back and I hate sending food back. I got the brisket instead. Better, but not good. Tried a bite of the turkey- not good. baked beans, and potato salad average at best, which made them easily the best part of the meal. Two thumbs down. read more

This is a cute little place off old Rt. 66 The service is great. It definitely feels family owned and that you are a part of the family. The food is great. We had a stake plate and a smoked brisket salad plate. Both of us went home with leftovers. We were just passing through town but if we're ever back this way we'd go again. read more

Only reason I stopped was the big billboards on 44. So great job advertising. Wanted to give it 5 stars but couldn't so 4.5. The highlights: Great service. And there was great service all around me, even with some big groups. Great prices. 2 meat platter $14.99. And filling. Two meat sample platter: ribs and brisket. Brisket was cooked really nicely. Light, not fatty. Maybe could have had a little more season (sprinkle rub on after plating?) but was fine once you added sauce. Mac n cheese. They sprinkle bacon on top and bacon makes everything better. Cucumber and onion side (I had cole slaw and beans at lunch and wasn't ready for tradition again). Again very tasty. Really enjoyed that as a change up. Reminded me of grandmas with the Italian dressing on it. Did I mention the service was great, my sweet tea was refilled without asking at the perfect time. The sauce, I preferred the spicy, but the smoky was good as well. The "sweet" versions were too sweet for me but to each their own. Their is a sauce for everyone on that table. The ribs this is a 50/50. Texture/smoke very good fall off the bone. And maybe this is a Missouri thing. Lacked flavor. Felt like if there was a rub on it, couldn't tell. I'm not a sauce guy on my ribs unless necessary. These didn't require sauce but the flavor was just eh. The bread pudding. Precursor I love bread pudding and if I see it, I'm ordering it. Everywhere. The bread pudding was great texture. But two things stood out. It was cold... like temperature wise. Maybe had a few seconds in the warmer/microwave but was cold. Savory and sweet bread pudding should always be warm through and through. The rum sauce had minimal if any flavor and seemed like it order sugar mixed with cream. A great meal-- but with the signs I expected the ribs to be up a level. The bread pudding isn't their claim to fame so I give them a pass on that. Atmosphere, service, etc. top notch. I'll definitely come again my next time thru fir another round. read more

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The numerous billboards along I-44 got my attention. It's about a mile off the interstate, GPS will get you lost. Cleverly and audaciously decorated. I got there right at open. I expected fresh product. Nope. The brisket was just ok. The service was good. Not best in Missourri but ok. read more

Food is overpriced, no flavor & service is slow.. Not a bad looking place at first however not worth the experience at all.. don't recommend eating here read more

I stopped by for lunch and was seated within moments of arrival. The service was quick and my drink and meal were at the table before I could check in on Yelp! I had the brisket plate with fries. They offer a selection of sauces on the table so you won't have a problem to find the one that suits your tastes. I don't often have the chance to be in the area, but look forward to a return visit next time I can read more

Saw the billboards from the interstate and decided to see what eating dinner on old Route 66 was like. Cute decor. Fast service. Delicious barbecue. Try the sampler platter. read more

Great BBQ - good service and excellent sides! The brisket is excellent as well as the ribs and beans. Great French fries!

It's a little bit hard to believe this place has 4 stars. It was just average to us. We were kind of expecting more for being Missouri BBQ but it wasn't amazing. Our brisket was pretty dry and had no flavor. It's like they forgot to use salt. I don't think they soak the BBQ in a brine or anything. The ribs were also okay. They were a little bit more tender but not to a point where it's so moist it falls off the bone. I had to smother my BBQ with the Original BBQ sauce. All the other sauces weren't that good. I don't know if I just don't like smokey flavor. But they weren't good. My boyfriend did say his pulled pork was good. But you can't really go wrong with pulled pork because it has so much fat and is just delicious always. Apart from their sides being really good, I think we would have given this place a lower score. The BBQ was also so cold. We probably wont go back there tho when visiting. Service was good tho. They were attentive to us only be the one table upstairs. read more

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I stopped for the first time to get dinner and ordered the beef brisket sandwich with the German Potato Salad along with the Broaster (?) 4 piece chicken with potatoes and gravy with slaw. Service was great. Got home and so very disappointed with the very dry chicken. Not fresh, moist or tender as advertised but tough and dry. Like it was left under the heat light to long. The brisket and sides brought the rating to 3 stars. Katz read more

In this day and age, you would think by now that their food distributor carried a veggie burger. Yes, more money is good right? The veggie burgers these days are incredible and the same price as meat, or even less. Instead I ordered 2 sides. The poppy seed slaw was watered down. The sweet potato was really good! My wife has the chicken and said it was good. Being from St. Louis, I guess we are used to BBQ places that have a bit more range. Anyhow, I'm sure people love their food, just not me so much. read more

It was recommended by my Chicago family and it did not disappoint. It was by far the best Beef Brisket I've this whole year since moving to Missouri. My server was awesome and took care all my needs. Looking forward to leftovers. Keep up the great service and food. read more

Missouri Hick Barbeque - Beef Brisket with Mac and Cheese along with corn on the cob. - Barbeque Near Me - Cuba, Missouri

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Terrific place! I was hoping for the Beef Ribs, but they were. So, I happily ordered the full Rack of Ribs, for leftovers. Holy Pig! The order was huge. I ate the 1st 4 off the end, with the Smoky & the Sweet and Spicy (I would mixed in Vinegar, but didn't think to ask. The Baked Beans we're delicious and the Green Beans...this cook knows his green beans & the importance of pot liquor. I ordered more to go. I swear Theresa could be a Waitress of the Year anywhere. She provided requests I hadn't even made. Knowing I was on road trip, she had the cook slice every rib separately. I felt stuffed after the ones I are walked with 8 more tender, delicious meaty ribs. She packed the exact sauces I had used, shared conversation while keeping several other tables happy. Theresa and the cooks really made my day (and 4 more meals.) Hicks had the best prices for Ribs of any menu I've checked for months. read more

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Don't waste your time going!! Dry Ass ribs terrible customer service and over priced! there is no truck parking! It's one small spot on the road to pull off. I asked for sliced brisket and was told no they don't want to pull out a slice it. never stop here!! Not worth your time! read more

These people are some real Dumb A--es. They have billboards on the highway A few miles before the exit claiming to have room for semi truck parking. Today I was bobtailing, didn't have a trailer with me. Well He'll you can't even get a bobtail unit in this very small lot let alone a full semi truck! I was very upset because wanted to try some good BBQ. Well I can't, instead have to go to the crappy TA down the road. I guess it's just as well they call themselves Hick since that is what they are! Hey Hick, take down those billboards because that's false advertising. read more

We went there on a Friday evening. They were very busy. Food was good. We enjoyed the catfish dinner there.

Stopped in for lunch based on the reviews. Fun atmosphere and enjoyed the sampler plate read more

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Excellent service all around! Great recommendations. Didn't get a pic of the wings but they were AMAZING! We had the honey garlic and they were beyond tender- fall off the bone! Will definitely come back as we come through the area often! read more

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Great place for a pit stop. Was shocked when we showed up and the line was out the door. But they serviced everyone quickly, even with two servers on the floor. Our food came through fast and was worth the 30 minute wait outside. The vibe around the restaurant was ideal to a barbeque restaurant. Definitely consider this place on your list of places to stop while on HWY 44. read more