Best Pulled Pork Sandwich AND Potato Salad I've had in a LONG time The owner was also very nice when I talked to him! And the person at the register was very good with recommendations!! read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Hog Wild Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I live 2 blocks away and had never made the trip. At first glance it's a neighborhood Famous Daves and...that's pretty much right. The vibe is as generic "America! BBQ!" as you can get. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, though. It's counter service so you order, grab your drink, take a seat, and wait for your food. We got the "Chopped Chick'n" platter and a brisket platter. The chicken was extremely tender and well seasoned. By far the best thing on the table. The tangy slaw was really good, too. Not too saucy, good texture, and light. The cornbread was not my favorite. Very northern; overly sweet and pretty dry. The crispy edges were great. The brisket was really disappointing. It was over-rendered and really dry. If fell apart (good) because every bit of the intramuscular fat had cooked out (bad). I think they just don't get enough traffic to cook them fresh so the ones from the morning dry out in the warmer all day. I think this is a better option than Famous Daves for larger groups r corporate events but would probably just go somewhere else or smoke something at home instead. read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Chopped Chik'n Platter with tangy slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Worth the stop! They have a big menu of meat platters, sandwiches, bowls, tacos and sides! Bulk buy or just get a meal. The pulled pork was good, the ribs (especially their crust) were good too! The creamed corn side was amazinggg. 5 bbqs on the table and I enjoyed them all/they were all unique! Plenty of seating indoors and out. Fair prices ($20 or less gets you a meal!) Great portion sizes, I was stuffed! VERY quick service, almost too quick haha. Friendly staff! The parking lot is a little small, but there's street parking nearby. read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - 2 meat platter - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We ordered on line at 10;30 am which included two full racks of ribs and two lbs of brisket to be picked up at 5:30. Upon arrival at 5:30 we were told they out of brisket and would refund the amount of the beef. Said we would take chicken but they were out of chicken also. We had company coming and ordered early and they could have called or texted us so we could make other arrangements.Totally disappointed but called Famous Dave's and got the brisket. Maybe Famous Dave who is the father of Southern Comfort should talk to his son to handle this situation better. Think twice before ordering and counting on Southern Comfort to provide your meal. read more

Yummy! I had never eaten here. I bought the Jimmie beans and creamy coleslaw for an outdoor birthday bbq party. Both were a huge hit. The containers were scraped clean and there were many comments on how delicious they were and " where did these come from?" I will definitely be back! read more

Stopped here on a Sunday for lunch. It wasn't too busy but had some people coming in for takeout from time to time. Me and my sister both got soul bowls and my mom did wings and ribs and a side of dill potato salad. The bowl was good, but my sister and I agreed that next time we would probably build our own and leave the Mac and cheese out. The bbq sauces were good. My mom loved the ribs & dill potato salad. She didn't care for the wings. We all agreed it was good enough to come back to try a bit more of the menu options. There wasn't a ton of interaction with the staff besides placing our order. They seemed nice enough. They do have tables to dine in. They have parking in the shared strip mall parking lot as well as some street parking. read more

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Absolutely love love love this place. From great & friendly service to delicious food. Plenty of bbq options, as well as bbq sauces to select from. All bbq is fresh and delicious. I would definitely recommend dinning at this restaurant. read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - There's plenty of seating for you to enjoy delicious fresh food! - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I stopped by last Saturday afternoon last minute to pick up a dozen corn bread muffin tops to bring to a Kentucky Derby neighborhood party and the staff said- "Heck Yes! We can help you with that!" The muffins came piping hot out of the oven and into a bag to go and out I went to the party. They were so good and the aroma in the restaurant wanted me to buy more. read more

I travel the country and eat BBQ everywhere I go. While I wasn't brave enough to try the brisket (nothing compares to TX), the pulled pork sandwich was among the best I've had. What a pleasant surprise read more

Awesome ribs and brisket! Worth a try if you're a fan of grilled meat! Fast service as you order at the counter and they bring it to your table. Many choices of sauces table-side to suit your taste! Great Mac & Cheese! Very casual and kid friendly! Definitely coming back! read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Southern Sampler - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Food was subpar as meat was overpriced and overcooked. The workers are very friendly and helpful though which is what keeps this business afloat. read more

STOP just STOP please STOP! According to my DoorDash app, I have ordered there six times in as many months. These people are absolutely brain dead. They have never got one of my orders correct. The errors range from small to enormous. One time I ordered over $100 worth of food and they sent me one pulled pork sandwich. Yesterday I ordered two pulled pork sandwiches with two orders of beans and two muffin tops and they screwed it up... Jesus. These idiots can't get the most simple order correct. At this point, I am taking responsibility and calling myself an idiot because I keep going back to this place. The food is good, but please do not get delivery if you expect to receive what you order. You've been warned... order at your own risk. If you can visit the store, I think you're good to go...the food is good...just no fn take out. Unbelievable... it's just too damn bad. read more

Really good food. Great prices. Gets pretty busy but the line moves fast. The brisket is phenomenal and the corn bread is fire!!!!!

I'm visiting from the west coast and have had my share of bbq so I had to search for a place while in MN. The Old Southern BBQ seemed to be a good choice to try the flavors the locals are experiencing so I gave it a chance. I ordered a sampler that came with brisket, pulled pork, half chicken and two ribs. I also ordered a side of Mac-n-cheese because why not, right. The staff were super friendly and the place was clean and inviting. Unfortunately they fell short on the brisket which was dry and over cooked as was the chicken. The pulled pork needed a bit more flavor and I guess this is the reason for the 5 house bbq sauces. The Mac-n-cheese was bomb! Over all not to shabby if you want a quick meal. read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Old Southern BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Bbq, chicken and dill potato salad were pretty good. My husband and I were both impressed by the customer service from the moment we ordered to our check in experience while dining in. I also really like the decor here! read more

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First things first, I ordered through doordash, and the meal came well packaged (no leaks, spills, food sticking out). My partner got a sandwich, which he liked, and I got 2 kid's meals (realized I'd get more bang for my buck). Each meal came with 1 side, a kids' size drink, and a 2pk of oreos. We also ordered cornbread, which was sweet, soft, moist, and tasty. The ribs and chicken were both good in flavor and texture. For the sauces, got the Southern Gal, which had a mild sweetness, and Chicago Fire, which was low on the spicy scale, but still good. The only con was that the mac and cheese; it was just colored noodles... no visible cheese. Overall, it was a fine experience, and I'd order again. read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - went for 2 kids meals for variety and price. - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Only ever ordered takeout from here so can't comment on the actual restaurant space but our food has always been pretty decent. I have liked their brisket,pulled pork and ribs they all have a nice smoky flavor. On our last order they did forget to add the bbq sauce even though they charged us , so note to self to always check your bags for correct or missing items before leaving the parking lot! I do think it's little overpriced for portion size but again it is grilled meats and with inflation that's expected read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

My friend bought ribs from here once and I knew I had to go get some as soon as I had a sample. Absolutely delicious ribs! I added the Chicago fire bbq sauce and it was absolutely delicious. The potatoes in my opinion needed more butter or salt because they were bland to me. Corn bread was soooo good! Definitely spendy as it is ribs however worth every penny! Service was great and loved the decor theme in the restaurant. Highly recommend! read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - 1/2 Slab BBQ Rib Platter Cornbread Muffin Tops Mashed Potatoes - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

After a nail appointment across the street, I decided to grab some lunch and this place did not disappoint! There is a free parking lot attached but if it's busy, there is a free parking garage across the street! There is a garage door, just pull up and it will open. When I first walked in I got heavy famous Dave's vibes. This place was clean and smelled like your classic BBQ joint! The staff here was extremely friendly! I had an excellent customer service experience! I sat down and did not have to wait very long for my food. There were only a couple other people in the restaurant at the time I visited. The menu has sandwiches but also has the option to get meats on their own. Again, pretty typical for a BBQ joint. My food was very tasty' at first I was concerned about the brisket because it looked dry... but it was fork tender and paired very well with all of the BBQ sauces! The pork had a nice flavor on its own and was not overly greasy. Again, the BBQ sauces all paired very well! The Mac a cheese was definitely a star of the show! Creamy, cheesy and a perfect little garlic crunch on top with the breadcrumbs! Some of the best mac and cheese I have had from a BBQ place! The corn bread too was also delicious and was the perfect amount of sweet! It was not dry and had a nice texture! I'm surprised to see negative reviews on the place! (I hadn't looked at the reviews before stopping here) I had a lovely experience and would absolutely go back! read more

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This place is delicious. Easy to find and parking lot up front. We ordered one of the combinations to try and it did not disappoint. Juicy and flavorful. The potato salad was bomb! I'm usually not a potato salad fan, but I was loving these. Plus they have a variety of sauces to choose from. Service was great, ordered at the front counter and someone brings to your table. Ambiance is like a country bar with high tables and chairs. read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Ribs, sausage, and roast chicken. - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This place was delicious! Didn't expect to find a great BBQ spot in Minnesota! We got the Pittmaster's Feast which came with a whole slab of ribs, whole chicken, pulled pork, cole slaw, beans, and mashed potatoes. You also got a whole bottle of sauce to take home for free. We also ordered an additional side of mac and cheese. My favorite was the ribs. It was more of a dry rub but it was perfect! Not dry at all and whatever seasoning they used on it was perfect. There were several different types of BBQ sauces to choose from but of course my favorite was the sweet and tangy Chicago style sauce. My second favorite was the mashed potatoes. Holy cow the flavor of it was amazing! I'm not a big mashed potatoes person so for me to love theirs means a lot! The chicken was really good as well. I'm not a pulled pork person so I left that for the rest of my family. Ambiance here was pretty chill. Was a rustic feel with wooden tables, both high booth style ones and regular sized tables. We had a big group of 12 so we split up into 3 tables but all was good! Will definitely come here again and highly recommend to anyone in the area! read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Family Pitmaster's Feast - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Absolutely terrible business. I ordered from doordash for them to call the dasher as he was arriving saying they forgot something. THERES ONE ITEM IN MY ONE ORDER. I rather have the wrong food than make him go back in this, thats so selfish they want to correct their mistake but I take note. He wanted to go back but this will be a waste of his time as he makes no more money and won't be recieving more tip for a timely delivery :/ (i only give $1 up front bcuz problems always occur) Its -13 BELOW with windchill. Why would you think that is ok to do. My food will be cold and I will be even more angry Only ordered for the first time bcuz was part of a coupon but nope never will return. Haven't even gotten the food yet. I chose this because it was under 30 minutes and I'm hangry. read more

This is our new go-to barbecue joint. Family-friendly if you dine in. We've also enjoyed take-out. I could live on their wings alone.

I/2 rack of ribs and rib tips oh my...I was going to take it home but sat down and started to feast If you are Craving meat you got to come here read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Rib tips ribs and Mac - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Very good. Plenty of food on the qfor2. We had take-out. Ribs were very meaty And the salads were good read more

Food.... -beans - great vinegar sweetness -potato salad- dill flavor on point, a nice "wet" potato salad. No one likes a dry one. Mac n cheese - was pretty one note, velveeta based. Some crumble ontop but just added a salty taste Bbq sauces - there were 5, all ketchup based. Not a huge distinction between all of them, just slight variations, mostly sweet and Smokey Pulled pork - awesome, great flavor and moist. Brisket - I know most people magically are "the best ever at brisket" however they've never competed nor has anyone outside their family and friends eaten it, so I'm not that type of judge with brisket. It was good. People don't understand that when you cook a nriskett, then cut into it, put it in the warmer, cut into it, put it in the warmer, it's gonna naturally dry out. This brisket wasn't dry, understanding that. flavor and bark was great -food came super quick Ambiance was great Service was good - I was greeted by a group of broccoli heads with snap backs, worn backwards, and titled sideways. It must have been a "Chad" themed workday. Idk. Seems like someone's dad owns the joint and it's a squad of friends that work here. On their phones a lot. Regardless, they were nice when I ordered. read more

I've been a loyal customer at Old Southern Barbecue in Shakopee for years, but after tonight, I will never return. What was once a dependable local spot has now become a place I can no longer support due to truly unacceptable customer service. I went in to pick up a small order -- just a couple of sides to pair with leftovers at home -- and what should've been a simple in-and-out experience turned into a frustrating, disrespectful ordeal. The food was ready within minutes, but instead of handing me my order, the staff prioritized three other customers who came in *after* me, despite the fact that I had already paid and politely explained I had an autistic teenager waiting in the car. I even stepped out once to check on him because the delay was so unreasonable. To make matters worse, I witnessed a kitchen staff member *eating from my order* before it was bagged. The fries sat uncovered the entire time -- untouched by anyone who should be handling food properly -- and growing cold while I stood there for more than 15 minutes waiting. When I asked to be helped, the staff member told me bluntly that I'd just have to wait -- despite the fact that she was preparing orders for people who weren't even there yet. Her tone was rude, dismissive, and completely unprofessional. I calmly asked for my money back and said I wouldn't be returning. Instead of resolving the issue professionally, she tried to escalate things and talk over me, as if I were the one in the wrong. This isn't just about slow service -- it's about basic human decency, food safety, and respect. No customer deserves to be treated like this, and certainly not while looking out for the well-being of their child. I genuinely hope management takes a hard look at how customers are being treated, because this kind of behavior will lose them more than just one regular. read more

Another Party Pack to be shared with guests. We all found the BBQ hot and flavorful. The ribs were meaty and chewy in a good way. The pulled pork was a generous portion, quite savory and soaked up the BBQ sauce well. The chicken was smoky, tender and tasted wonderfully good. For the two sides Mac & Cheese and Party Corn were chosen. The Mac & Cheese was acceptable but we all agreed was not remarkable. On the other hand the Party Corn proved to be extremely popular with everyone. I for one found it fresh and delicious. For the included bottle of sauce the Chicago Blue got the nod. I found it a traditional tomato based BBQ sauce that seemed to pair well with everything. There were three ribs, some pulled pork, 1/4 chicken and plenty of sauce leftover that made a tasty meal the next day. IMHO Old Southern serves up more than decent BBQ and I for one will be back. read more

been getting food over several years but less and less often. orders with things i paid for missing. prices higher and higher, but quality less and less. too bad. read more

Some of the best BBQ in town, hands down. The pulled pork sandwich is absolutely amazing, it only leaves you satisfied and wanting more. The icing on the cake is the variety of BBQ sauces. I like to get a few different ones to slather on my sandwich. The mash potatoes are an excellent choice for a side, nice flavor in every bite with bits of potato skin which give a nice texture. read more

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Being from Texas, I hesitated to eat here, but must say that the brisket rivals the best in my home state! Flavorful, not too dry, not too greasy! read more

The service was above and beyond and the recipes are on point! Nice establishment that gives you that down home cookout feel.

Ordered through DoorDash. The brisket was melt in your mouth. The pulled pork was moist, tender, flavorful and delicious even without the BBQ sauce. Chicken was....delightful. My husband, who is a coleslaw snob, devoured it. I ordered the sweet potatoes (heavenly) and the dill potato salad (a bit heavy on the mayo, but 100% the dill flavor we were after. We ordered all the sauces (only got 3 of the five); they were delicious and very different flavor profiles. You can never go wrong with the cornbread tops. Even though there was 1 minor hiccup with the sauces, the food made up for it. The only thing we regret is not trying this place sooner. read more

Super friendly staff and a wide menu. The delicious scent wafting out of this restaurant is amazing. The portions are just right. Highly recommend! read more

Not worth it - Ate here a few times. Food isn't bad but it was nothing special. Flavor is neutral enough that it seemed safe for a crowd. Places a curbside to go order. Picked it up in a hurry, absolutely should have checked it. Most of the order was missing. The very modest portions were in huge boxes so it was easy to mistakenly think it looked about right. How embarrassing to arrive at a farewell celebration for a life-long friend with a fraction of the food in hand. I called and they were great. They were apologetic and offered to remake or refund. I thought I would be a loyal customer for life. I will choose passable food if the people/service are good every time. They said all the right things... and did nothing. I called back asking about the refund and was told they take time and to check back. A week later, apologetic promises to make it right. These amounted to nothing. A month later I called and an apologetic but un-empowered "manager" assured me I'd get a call from the GM the next day to sort it out. He said "if you don't get a call, call us back." At this point I said, "If I don't hear back I'll have to call my bank. Sorry." He said that was understandable. Two days later, I called the bank. Now I get to wait 8-10 business days for a form that I have to mail back. Then, it could take several months to get my money back... Entirely not worth the hassle. Nice words mean nothing when they're paired with in-action. BBQ is blowing up in MN, you have MANY other, better options. Avoid the hassle. I figured I'd be back, but after several calls, and now I have another task on my plate... no... not worth the trouble. read more

Unbelievably tasty Southern BBQ feast! Our family devoured it! Highly recommend. Carryout gave us more time to spend with family.

Good general southern barbecue joint in a StLP strip mall. All the staples, lots of choices, good food, fair prices, lots of choices for your taste in sauces! Southern barbecue, good service hard to beat for a great night out or as take home! read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Dinner time! - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Obviously good barbecue is found in Missouri or Texas. I ordered Brisket platter which was some slices of brisket, Jimmie beans and a corn muffin top. I am a pellet grill pittmaster and my brisket actually has a smoke ring and smoky flavor. This didn't even smell up my car. The sauce I picked was good. The brisket was tender and not fatty and overcooked as 1 piece didn't even bend. I think this was made a few days ago and microwaved actually. Thankfully I didn't pay $22.99 a pound. I do feel fleeced out of $19.00 which was $17.99 platter plus tax. The Jimmie beans were OK, nothing to write home about and the corn muffin top was good. Some other customer said he liked the smoked wings. I'll put money on it mine are better. The guy working was nice. If you want good barbecue, come to my house or road trip to Kansas City. This was disappointing. read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Overcooked, brownish brisket. Where is the smoke ring? - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Though this review is based on an order placed through DoorDash, the poor review is related to Old Southern BBQ and not the DoorDash delivery person. Poor experience. Not only did the restaurant miss one of the items in our order (which meant that one person needed to wait another hour for his food to be redelivered), but there were STAPLES in my southern garden salad. I called the store and asked for a manager. Spoke with whoever I thought was the manager and they didn't seem to have much concern. Further, he then said he would tell the manager (wasn't I talking to the manager?) and they would issue a refund. Not confident we'll see a refund... but to seem so non-chalant about staples in the food is worrisome. read more

Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Staples in my salad!! - Barbeque Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

So... if you are at all familiar with my reviews you will notice that I often speak in hyperbole. You know, as in the food at a given restaurant is either the absolute best ever or so bad I'd rather lick the banister in a bus station. But BBQ is exactly that. I mean, seriously, who has ever had BBQ that was just meh...? So with that reality as the backdrop I offer this: I love smoking meats and barbecuing in my backyard. And I especially love to grill for birthdays. Last Thursday was my birthday, but I was pout of town so the family was going to celebrate on Sunday (after the Vikings game-- okay... I SO want to comment here on their performance but I dare not go down that rabbit hole... SPIKE THE DAMN BALL) ...deep breath... Because it was *MY* birthday, my wife said I can't cook on my own birthday so she ordered from Old Southern BBQ on France Ave in Minneapolis. We ordered ribs, pulled pork, and beef brisket, chicken quarters, and wings with baked beans, slaw and 6 cornbread muffins (which was discovered that they forgot to give us AFTER we got home and they didn't return our call...) It was FANTASTIC! Truly! We will be back-- and I'll be demand free cornbread next time since we've prepaid for them! And for God's sake... KIRK! SPIKE THE DAMN BALL. read more