I'm visiting from Sacramento, heading north, and my friends down in the city said I had to stop in…read moreBinghamton for a spiedie. They did not do me wrong. A spiedie, (pronounced "speedy", ) famous in Binghamton, is simply a marinated chicken sandwich on a roll. You order at the counter and then they bring your food to you. I ordered a 6 inch sandwich. They have several different styles, but I simply went with the original. Oh, my, I can see why this sandwich has such a following. The sesame seed roll was tender, and oh the chicken... it was chock full of chicken, It was moist, it was tender, and yes, it was marinated very well. I don't know what they use, but it was just absolutely an amazing sandwich. A simple 6 inch sandwich, and I was stuffed. A sandwich and a soda, and I was 10 bucks and change out the door. Extremely reasonable. Thank you so much!

Don't even get me started on how much I LOVE Spiedie and Rib Pit!…read more As a Binghamton native, this place is a must every time I'm back in town. They are my personal favorite place in the area to get spiedies. They remodeled this old Pizza Hut building and moved across the parking lot into it a few years back, and their efforts definitely paid off. It can get quite busy in here, but the seating area is cozy, spacious, and comfortable enough to accommodate the traffic. Even when it is crazy busy, the staff does a wonderful job of keeping the line moving and getting your order to you in a timely manner. And the food is always delicious! If you're visiting Binghamton, you have to stop here to try some fantastic spiedies made the right way!

On a trip to pick up my daughter from Binghamton University for the holidays, I had a craving for…read moreBBQ. Fortunately, Food & Fire BBQ was across the street, so we decided to drop in. Ambience - pit BBQ vibes with concrete floors and spacious industrial warehouse feel. Servers and hostess were super friendly. Food - Cornbread - we received some complimentary cornbread, which were cut into small squares. Served cold. 3/5 Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese - the promise of smoked Gouda had my hopes up, but the flavor was lacking 3/5 St Louis Ribs - I asked for ribs with Memphis style dry rub. The flavor was fantastic, but could have been a little more tender. Still, a really good rib. 4/5 Brisket - I was offered Lean, Regular or Fatty. I asked for fatty and received two slices which were half fat. Makes me wonder what I would have gotten if I ordered "Fatty". Regardless,the brisket was a little underseasoned. Fried Clam Strips - the order came out overcooked and burned. The server was nice enough to get a new one for me. 4/5

Grabbed dinner here while on a business trip. Sat at the bar with my coworker and we were…read moreimmediately greeted warmly. They have an amazing whiskey selection! HIGHLY recommend the brisket BLT. It was AMAZING. Many sauces to choose from as well. Typical BBQ place aesthetic, but still nice :)

Can't wait to go to the location on Upper Front St.!!…read more Tried for the first time at the Soeedie Fest, DELICIOUS is an understatement. My other half and I tried a few of their sauces and wow, I think we will order several things to try!! The buns, soft. The chicken, tender and flavorful. What I tried of the sauces, bursting with flavor!!

We actually ordered take out ... the roasted chicken has wayyyyyyy to much bbq sauce in it and the…read more I'll add greens were sour :( we also ordered ribs and they were extremely dry . Very small portions and the food is really not that great .

What a gem - this place exceeded expectation in every way. Super friendly service, easily…read moreaccessible, some of the best bbq I've had on the east coast. And lastly, extremely fair pricing - I'd go so far as to say great Ang for the buck for the quality and quantity. We were visiting Binghamton from NJ so this a review from a first-timer. From the moment we walked in, the staff behind the register and in kitchen were all super friendly, patient, accommodating, and seemed to appreciate their customers. From the looks of it, have a steady carry out local customer-base so there was ample seating so no wait and service was quick for a late Saturday lunch. As for the food - it was straight well-cooked, moist bbq. It had a perfect amount of smoky flavor and very savory while not too salty. We had the brisket, ribs, and smoked turkey. The briskets practically disintegrated as soon as I put my fingers on them. It comes with a side of horseradish sauce which paired perfectly. The ribs were fall off the bone and dry rub (I believe) which I prefer. And my favorite - and sometimes hard-to-find - the smoked turkey was absolute perfection. Not over or under powering. Just the right amount of smoky flavor. I didn't need to add sauce to any of the meats to enjoy them. The onion rings were perfectly fried - crunchy with thick cuts of onion. While my son and I were split on the Mac n cheese (which was definitely good anyway you look at it), my son liked it more than I did. The best side IMO is their baked beans. It was acidic and less sweet in a good way and tasted like no other BBs I've had. I'm not sure I'll have another reason to be up in Binghampton again, but I will so be going here again if I ever do. I did want to try the fried catfish so hopefully a trip will come its way.

Finally made it to Big Zues and was not disappointed. The brisket was absolutely delicious! We…read moreshared coleslaw, green beans, collard greens, and baked beans. They were all so good! We will definitely be back!

Nobody is more surprised than I that I just gave this quaint eatery in Port Crane, NY, five (5)…read morestars. A little history. For as long as I can remember this place has been open and serving what is pretty much my community. Years ago, it was a reputable mid-level restaurant, serving families and romantic couples alike, delicious meals at reasonable prices. After an ownership change decades ago, it had another name and entirely different clientele. Middle class families drove past, and it was no longer where you'd risk taking a date. The new owner has renamed and rebranded the place. Fat Cowboy is a quirky sounding name that wasn't explained to me, but our outting there was a genuine pleasure. Meg's bone-in chicken wings were delicious and plentiful. She had to take some home, as she filled up on them. My cheeseburger, which was not on the menu, was made to order, and really amazing. I was very pleased that even with their extensive and unique menu offerings, including many BBQ items, they were happy to please a guy who asked for something different. We drank only water and soda, so we have no opinion on their spirits offerings. They have a long bar and offer a full array of liqours, mixed drinks, beers, and wines. Fat Cowboy is once again a good spot for families There was plenty there last night, and the atmosphere was convivial and laid-back. The noise level was moderate, as you'd expect on a Friday night dining experience. I highly recommend Fat Cowboy. If you find yourself traveling on I-88 east of Binghamton, NY, stop in after 3:00 pm, Tuesday - Friday, earlier opening on weekends.

Always look forward to them coming to Joel and 18th in good ol LA. They have amazing smoked wings…read more i tried their fries with cheese snd brisket and it was yummy. don't let them slip by without trying! you can thank me later!

Chicken nachos 11/10 Steak teriyaki egg roll, Meatballs &…read moreGarlic Bread were also amazing Decorated beautifully and feels like you stepped back in time, definitely a great date night. Food was out quickly and was hot when it came to the table. We will be back!!

Great experience once we figured out how to get in the front door :) Food and service was great and…read moreso was the atmosphere.

Read on the Yelp with high ratings at this place so decided to give it a go since we are passing by…read moreduring a road trip. Location is pretty hidden, I was not sure the map has gave us a correct location 1 second before we got there. Although it's modest outside, but the interior is very cool. It's all mid 60s vibe with Elvis's song playing. The waitress were very nice to us and suggested several options and we decided to go with the meat samplers. Should I say the top bbq ever??!! Brisket was so moist and tender. Smoked chicken wings are so yummy! Our family loved everything in that sampler and we ordered more brisket for the road!!! If we're back to this area, will stop by again!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our Saturday afternoon late-lunch at Red Rock. Wife and I ordered the 4 meat…read moresampler (2 pulled pork, ribs, and brisket) with 3 sides of German potato salad, baked beans, and scalloped potatoes. For $23, it was an excellent meal that turned into lunch the next day. Proportions were fairly sized, and tye sample bbq sauces were really interesting. A very good meal- that we wil keep on the radar when visiting upstate! Service was very quick, and seating area and bar was clean and comfortable. A win for NEPA!

This spot has long been on my list of places to eat in Binghamton. Was in the area with some…read morefriends, so we stopped in for lunch. We came towards the end of the lunch rush (1-2PM?) and were seated immediately. The ambiance is hip and buzzy, with lots of colorful decor. The menu had some very tempting options, even for vegetarians. We started with the buffalo brussel sprouts, a stroke of genius. I'd never thought about dousing this tasty veggie in hot sauce and blue cheese, but it makes sense. This was a very tasty app, and the sprouts were roasted perfectly with crispy outer skins which provided the crunch needed for a good buffalo dish. The special that day was some kind of french dip sandwich which one of my dining companions got. Another one got a cajun catfish sandwich and graciously offered me a bite. It was flavorful. For my main, I got the spring roll bowl and decided to add tofu. It had noodles, peanuts, a sweet thai chili sauce, and lots of veggies. It was MASSIVE. Prices are a little high but the portions definitely made it worth it. I could have taken half home as leftovers if I'd wanted. The restaurant also has a coffee bar which we decided last minute to partake in instead of venturing out into the rain to find a different cafe. This was such a convenient option because we didn't have to fight to find parking or brave the weather to go to a second location. I did a pistachio latte. Someone else at my table got a Mexican hot chocolate. I treated myself to the homemade whipped cream. The coffee hit the spot. Throughout the whole experience the staff was wonderful. Our food came out quickly, and the servers were very friendly and joking with us. I'd come back if I was in the area.

Ordered: Buffalo Brussels Sprouts (~$10): flash fried with…read moreblue cheese dipping sauce Large Rigatoni a la Vodka (~$17) with 3 Meatballs (+$6) and Side Caesar Salad (+$3): garlic and tomatoes with cream, fresh basil, and cheese Aya's take: We were on a road trip driving through Binghamton and decided to stop by for dinner. It was around 5:30pm on a Saturday and luckily there were plenty of tables still available. We started with the Buffalo Brussels Sprouts which I absolutely loved! These are some of the best Brussels sprouts I've had at a restaurant. The buffalo sauce was light and not overpowering and even the blue cheese dipping sauce (which I'm usually not a fan of) was pretty mild and paired well with the Brussels sprouts. A great start! We then shared the Large Rigatoni a la Vodka and added Meatballs to it. The Large is definitely enough for 2 people. The Rigatoni was cooked well and the vodka sauce was well balanced with the cream, tomatoes, garlic, and cheese. It wasn't anything spectacular but it hit the spot! My only complaint was for ~$6, I expected the meatballs to be larger than they were. The Meatballs had good flavor but for such a large bowl of pasta, it barely makes a difference. And those 3 meatballs should be $1 each at most, in my opinion. The Side Caesar Salad was a great pair with the pasta and for ~$3, very reasonably priced. All in all, worth stopping by if you're in town!

NO RESTROOM. WTF. No where to wash your hands. wtf…read more On a hot summer day stay away if here for food. No inside dining and it's 99 degrees out. Bbq is not good if you know real bbq. It's served on a sub not a bun / roll. Looks like it may be good ice cream place but it's not a BbQ place you wanna visit.

This is a old fashioned ice cream stand that serves tasty barbecue. We stopped here for lunch on…read morethe way back to NJ after a trip to Ithaca. We ordered an order pulled pork BBQ (served on a long roll), with two sides for $15.25 . The sides we ordered were salted potatoes (boiled salted potatoes served with butter) and coleslaw. Our friends had macaroni salad with theirs. The pulled pork was served with a mild, but flavorful sauce and was a generous serving. The servers were friendly and efficient. We ate outside at their picnic tables. Our friends then had some Black Raspberry Ice Cream which they said was really good.

We had this at a wedding a few weeks ago and it was great so I had to hit them up since we're 10…read moreminutes away. The BEST bbq around... only issue is I can't get it everyday. The pulled pork sandwich and brisket are amazing. The Mac and cheese is like mama's, made with love. The cheesy corn has got a little spice to it. It's something I've never had before. It's all fresh because, we'll they're only open one day a week. This is certainly going to be a regular. There's a family across the road that was pressing apples to make cider, they gave us some and it was great. They're planning to open a country store to sell their goods in right next door. Small town at its finest, friendly folk

Smokey Legends catered our reunion 7/21. Everything...food, service was fantastic. Would recommend…read morethem to anyone. Thanks to the people at Smokey Legends, Glen Aubrey.