We were advised that this was a place not to be missed. The food is served in large batches. Plenty good, too. The service was good. The staff was working hard to get every order out quickly. And the grounds are cool. Benches inside and outside are available for use. There's yard games to keep everyone entertained. And the views are beautiful. read more

Overall (A) This place is a treasure located in the highest city (elevation) in the USA. From the friendly charm of the staff to rustic "dining" area to the delicious bbq this is a must go to place when in town or passing through. I think that the rating should be closer to a 4.3 or 4.5 but I might be a bit of a BBQ snob. Service (A) The staff is super friendly and nice. They did an excellent job explaining the options and providing recommendations. Took a while to pack up my carryout order but they did an excellent job packing it up and took pride in doing a great job. So there is some indoor dining but the outdoor dining is fun. I really like the layout and feel of Moes. Value (A) Seems like a good value - expect to pay between $16-$20 per person. I paid a bit more than that but added ribs. I didn't finish but if super hungry I would have. Quality (A-) The food is really good bbq. Like if I lived close by I would come all the time. And I will visit Everytime I am near by. The cornbread is really really good. The coleslaw was vinegary based. The baked beans are just okay. Was expecting a bit of a stronger flavor. The Bama pulled pork was good as were the ribs. Note the meats were all really good but nothing great. Suggestion - have a sampler platter with all your cuts of meat and two sides. Price it at $24.99 or $29.99. If my math is correct it should drive revenue and profit and introduce customers to different options. If you are in town - I would recommend stopping by and getting some Moes - next time I visit I'm going to try something different. read more

See all

Service is amazing, they have a small indoor space. Beer, sodas, lemonade, tea Ribs were very good, turkey was amazing. Oreo dessert was awesome. The banana pudding didn't seem to have bananas in it and was a little different but it was still good. The cornbread is nice as long as you don't get one that is a little too toasty. The coleslaw was absolutely delicious. And honestly so were the baked beans! Only thing we didn't love was the Mac n cheese. read more

Moe’s Original BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Leadville, Colorado

The BBQ is excellent. We had brisket, pulled-pork and sausage. They were all moist, tender, and tasty. The potato salad is good but the beans are the best. We always stop when we're in Leadville for an event or bike ride. Service was excellent--fast, helpful, and fun. Henry K (hope I remembered name correctly) was a delight. You are surrounded by million dollar views. Be sure to support this local business. read more

First getting service is exhausting. When asked about the menu you get a person with nose ring mumbling. Not a good first impression. Nothing like someone in a window higher than you and you looking up their nose! When I received the food it was substandard. Dry, tiny portions and little if no taste. No sauce. Who doesn't give extra sauce with BBQ? Definitely a place to skip when in Leadville. Drive to Minturn, Kirby's BBQ will make it worth your while. read more

So, so, so, so, good! Never had an issue here! The bbq is moist and packed with flavor. Delicious meats, sauces, and sides! I love the chocolate pudding! read more

YUMMY! Stop by and enjoy an abundance of meats and sides at this Leadville staple while chilling on the outdoor benches or take food to-go. My partner and I came here, but I had to order for us at the truck while he kept my huskies away from the offleash dogs wandering around. Everything we got was delicious! Pulled pork, cornbread, and I can't remember what else. Guess we'll just have to stop by again after the winter season ends. read more

Moe’s Original BBQ - people sitting at picnic tables - Barbeque Near Me - Leadville, Colorado

We stopped in after a visit from Twin Lakes, looking for some good food. We all ended up getting variations of the brisket (which was more like steak), but it was cooked well and tasty. We sat outside and there were lots of dogs out and a band. The beans were some of the best i have had, others raved about the mac and cheese. They have done a lot with the outdoor space. wish I had read about the cornbread ahead of time! read more

The food was delicious. I got their take home platter. Great price and fed all six of us. The max and cheese is a must. The Beene were a little spicey and the pork with the sauce was yummy. Almost forgot, don't go here without getting some cornbread. So fluffy. The staff were great. Had a good laugh with them. Fun outdoor setting vibe. Didn't eat there. But would have enjoyed it. read more

Best smoked turkey I've ever had. So so good! And the sides were also delicious. Would absolutely be a regular here if I lived locally.

Food was average for a BBQ place. Very small portions too. A side of beans and potato salad is cheap to make. Come on, give better helpings! The reason I gave them 1star is because of the rude cashier. We tried to order the family meal but she said we couldn't eat it there. The place was almost empty!! It was only to-go but the way she said it was very rude. "You can't eat it here". Then as she was taking our orders and rolling her eyes (yes! She must've rolled her eyes at least twice as we placed our order), she continuously shoveled food in her mouth. It was really gross. We were asked if the food was for "here or to-go". We said here. They gave us the food to go. when my daughter-in-law asked for a tray to put her food on since we were staying in their crummy yard, the cashier rolled her eyes again and gave her the metal tray. We had to ask for the paper to cover the tray after that and she acted like we wanted a sheet of gold! Just a very unwelcoming place. Better places to spend my money on the Main Street. Overall I would NOT recommend this place nor would I come back again. read more

See all

Great food and friendly atmosphere pretty much a place that is all about providing food at a good price. Will come again. read more

Now that was good eatin'. Had the Bama Pulled Pork. It isn't often you can find white sauce. Mighty good. The cole slaw was way above par. Added some ribs and I am a happy camper. read more

Wow, what a smoked flavor the chicken and rib were. The side dishes tasted home made.

Not sure anything new can be said about the quality and ambiance at Moe's but here goes! In town for the big race and Moe's is situated across from the expo. Easy & convenient choice but it would have been equally a good choice if it was 12mi away and I had to walk all uphill to get here! I went for my 2 Q standards: sausage and pulled pork. The pulled pork was insane! So soft and tender. Perfectly smoked and seasoned! This thing could be in my top 3 pulled pork spots ever! The sausage was equally tasty. Perfectly seasoned. Peppery and the casing had just the right amount of pop. Had Mac and cheese on the side and the banana pudding and let me tell you something: DO NOT WALK AWAY WITHOUT THE PUDDING ON YOUR PLATE! The pudding is perfectly sweet. Has home made nilla wafers on top and bottom and has just enough fresh vainilla so that you can see the grain and not taste it being grainy. Just fantastic! The BBQ was great but the pudding was just unforgettable! I hope you have a chance to eat here, it will not be a disappointment in any way. Ps. Only thing I had a little complaint about was the amount of sausage and Mac and cheese for the sides. It was enough to taste but not enough to savor, or share with anyone at the table. read more

Moe's is a block off the main drag and uphill, but we'll worth it. It's eclectic to say the least as it is not contained within a building. You leave streetside into a gravel lot filled with picnic tables shaded by umbrellas and order at an outbuilding where the sides are cooked and meals plated. There is a small air conditioned self contained room that no one was using because you can't see the 14,000 ft. High peaks if you did. This ambiance. was perfect for what followed. Phillip, the pit boss himself, took our orders and guided us through the comprehensive menu, specials, and unique all homemade sides. He was most welcoming and made friends of us in the first minute. I ordered 6 BBQ ribs with sides of corn-n-yams and banana pudding for desert. My wife ordered the pulled pork sandwich "Alabama -style" with sides of BBQ beams and Mac-n-cheese. When in Colorado, you order Coors- one light and one banquet. All pork was moist and basted to perfection. Tables are well-equipped with paper towels so dive in. Everything was unique and scoured from each container with crisp corn bread for the ribs and bun remnants from the sandwich. read more

See all

Delicious brisket, cucumber salad, beans and cornbread. Efficient and friendly service. Thank you.

The pulled bbq sandwich I ordered was good. The macaroni & cheese side was less than desirable. It was dried out and not good at all. Should'nt have been served. Also didn't understand why brisket wasn't available on Saturday 9/21/24 at 2pm. I understand it's Leadville and doesn't have a large crowd draw but it really limits the potential this location of Moe's good be. I've been to Moe's in Denver and never been disappointed. I'm from Alabama and know what a good bbq meal should be. I left with my family less than impressed on my first visit to your Leadville location. Also your bbq pit operator was cursing very loudly while having a conversation with another worker out in the picnic table around young kids. This location needs more managerial attention. read more

I love Moe's original barbecue in Leadville, Colorado. I love to just pop in there and grab some stuff to go on my way home from work or to take friends out to lunch. It's a great place with friendly people and the food is absolutely amazing. read more

My go to spot when driving through Leadville! WARNING: THEY DO NOT HAVE CHICKEN WINGS!!! I love me some Moe's - typically I always grab the wings so it's honestly a blessing in disguise that I can't get that at this location so I get a bomb pork sammy instead. This location is a food truck in a lot and there is a bunch of tables outside you can sit and soak in the sun on nice days and there's a indoor seating arena of sorts they have now that you can sit in if you'd like some coverage from weather. Staff is super sweet, I always love stopping by this location! read more

Beautiful day in Leadville. Wife and I decided to try Moe's BBQ. Wife ordered the pulled pork sandwich and I got the Turkey sandwich. Both were great. The coleslaw and potato salad were great. Tasty BBQ Sauce. I asked about their pit and the cook took the time to show me. We will come back. read more

Moe’s Original BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Leadville, Colorado

See all

Good food, but very rude service . We liked the Alabama pulled pork and the beans. Potato salad was mediocre. It was concerning that person taking orders was eating while taking orders and seemed annoyed she had to deal with customers and continued eating while taking our order. Very unhelpful. Small portions. Good thing they don't need repeat business. read more

One star only because I have to give a star. They are the rudest people I have ever met in my life and the food made me and my family sick. The portions were small and the price was high. Please if you are traveling do not eat here unless you have a portable bathroom with you. read more

BBQ at its finest! Had the Bana Pulled Pork Sandwich and regular pulled pork platter; each came with two sides. Had beans, tater salad and banana pudding. The pulled pork was spot on; a little smoky, and a ton of flavor. Another highlight were the beans and banana pudding. Mows is in a vacant lot with a trailer as it's kitchen. Seating at picnic tables or a small enclosed gazebo. They serve all sorts of beers and hard ciders. Highly recommend this place! Lastly, the man working as order taker/cashier was super pleasant and friendly. read more

Gosh we are lucky to have such amazing barbecue right here in Leadville. The pork and ribs are smoked on site, and absolutely delicious. The sides are all tremendous, though my favorites are the mac & cheese and the baked beans (with little bits of pulled pork mixed in). ooh, and the cornbread! My goodness. I think they add a little butter on top and crisp it in a pan before serving it. The staff are amazingly friendly. Moe's added some indoor seating this season as well to escape the heat or cold, though they still have the outdoor picnic benches as well. And it looks like they might be getting a liquor license soon! Can't say enough about this place. read more

Nice outside seating, just off the beaten path. ( Main Street was a zoo! ). Decent barbecue. We had the pulled pork, coleslaw, beans, and Mac-n-cheese, which was nice and cheesy. Recommended. The other 2 sides were ok. read more

Warning! We were in Leadville for the bike race and my husband parked in a spot without any NO PARKING signage visible and came upon a Moe's employee taking air out of tire and the worked indicated they had called a tow truck. My husband was dropping off some gear to a friend next door and was parked there less than 10 minutes.Again no signage to indicate that he could not park there. We totally understand the strain of the bike race on the Leadville community but this is beyond unacceptable behavior. Tampering with a vehicle to cause harm is really going deep. I will not be giving Moe's any of our business. And this a warning to all to be aware of malicious intent by their employees. I am upset and disappointed at this extreme reaction. read more

My grandfather used to make cucumber salad, and Moe's brought back this awesome memories! Pulled pork and slaw were stellar! Add great food to some great music and Leadville may have new flatland residents! read more

Good BBQ and an easy place to stop if you're up here in Leadville. Can't beat the views of Mt Massive and Elbert. I recommend it if you ever find yourself here :) read more

The food is awesome! We had the pulled pork sandwich and their brisket platter. Everything tasted fresh, even the baked beans. Love the BBQ sauce here, not heavy, you can taste the hickory (if I am right). The ambiance is nice too. They also have some outdoor games to keep our 7 year old busy while we eat. Will definitely return next time! read more

Excellent food in an excellent town. Everyone raves about the banana pudding too! Woohoo!

I made it on the ribs Thursday and it is delicious! They make the best ribs in Colorado. The pit master rocked the smoking! Would definitely recommend this as a stop in Leadville! read more

Very friendly staff, excellent potato salad, excellent BBQ. Fast service. Clean environment. Will be back again

Everything was delicious. The specialty pickles and red onions were the finishing touch of an amazing dinner. We got turkey breast and it was amazing. The swicy coleslaw hit another home run. The pork chili was seasoned just right. And don't to try the banana pudding too. The house dog, Dugan, was very hospitable guest and turkey eater read more

What a great find for lunch off the beaten path! The pulled pork, cornbread, Mac and cheese and beans are the best I've had! Great atmosphere sitting outdoors. You can eat inside as well in a separate modular room. read more

They close at 7pm so go early! Brisket was tender and juicy! Because of the reviews I ordered the Mac and cheese and baked beans as my sides. Delicious! read more

Excellent pulled pork sandwich with beans and Mac cheese. Filling. Indoor and outdoor seating. Go there . . .

Everything is delicious! So happy to have BBQ served by super friendly people. Live music the first time I went there too

The BBQ Brisket is nothing short of fantastic! Smoked right and the sauce sets it off with just enough heat to make it great! Be sure to try it! read more

Really good bbq, small menu. Great slaw and bbq beans. Outdoor seating only. Off the main drag by 100 yards.