Ono Hawaiian BBQ

Great meat, perfectly cooked and delivered hot with friendly service…read more We will be back for more in the near future

Absolutely love their BBQ! Prices are a little on the high side for Phoenix but probably one of the…read morebest tasting spots in town. Always feels like a eating at grandma's house when you dine. I'd highly recommend this place.

Come visit us and get a pit tour!

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Little Miss BBQ-University

4.7(3.2k reviews)

4.1 mi

I really disliked brisket before I came here. Now I'm addicted to it! At least to theirs! I also…read morehad the pulled pork. Incredible! The ranch beans are to die for as is the potato salad. If I could give 10 stars I would but a full and resounding 5 stars it is!! Staff was as nice as could be! A 10 out of 5!! Loved it!!

I would like to thank the staff at the hotel for recommending this place. What a hidden treasure!…read more Their food is absolutely fantastic. I had the brisket and pulled pork plate (I also wanted to try the ribs and sausage, but they were already sold out!). That gives you an idea of how popular they are. Great service as soon as you enter. The young staff were super nice and polite...great job by them. The indoor space (with cold AC to fight the Arizona heat) is small but clean and comfortable. They also have outdoor seating with fans and mist to cool you off. I took my order back to the hotel. Let me tell you, the food is phenomenal. That brisket was so moist and perfectly seasoned...gosh it was so good! The pulled pork was fantastic as well. The potato salad was great and definitely made on-site, not from a bag. The beans were really good too. I was really impressed with their offerings and will definitely go back on my next trip to Arizona.

The Jefe sandwich - smoked sausage, chopped brisket, sauce, pickles, slaw.

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Brisket, Fatty Brisket, Pork Ribs, Turkey and Pulled Pork.

Bobby Q

4.5(5.4k reviews)

8.8 mi

Omg! If I could give 10 stars I would. The food was absolutely to die for and the service was…read moreincredible. A beautiful lady named Cheyenne waited on us and even with other people she was serving, she was so attentive. She made sure our drinks were always filled, she inquired about the food if it was good, made recommendations for entrees AND drinks. We drove from Tucson, braved a tire blowout on the freeway and it was STILL well worth the trip. I HIGHLY recommend Bobby q's for the wonderful people and the best BBQ that was worth driving from Tucson for. Shout out to our girl, Cheyenne for providing excellent service. Girl, your boss needs to give you a raise.

Great time!!! Good food, fun music. Split Latino and hip-hop sides. Nice staff. I will definitely…read morerecommend and be back.

Dining Room

Corn bread

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2 Meat Combo (~$34)

Gibson's Smokehouse

4.7(50 reviews)

10.3 mi

This food truck was located at the Korn, Gojira, and Spirit Box concert at Talking Stick Resort…read moreAmphitheater this past week. For sides, they were $4 for what appeared to be 8oz cups which seemed a little pricey but if homemade it's worth the price point. Both my cousin and I thought the coleslaw was an odd flavor like there was either red apple or radish in there, but we couldn't quite figure it out. A skip for me if I visit this truck again. As for the potato salad, it was fairly decent though it had large pieces of potato skins which I personally do not care for in my potato salad. Since we didn't get any actual food as I stick to a vegetarian diet mostly, I'll give it a 4 star for the sides. Overall, the service was quick and friendly. The atmosphere is what you make of where a food truck is parked. The condiment/utensils available on the ledge do make it easier for grab-and-go.

Everything we tried from the Gibson's Smokehouse BBQ Food Truck could have been better. The brisket…read moredid have good flavors but was served all dried out with HARD FAT on it....The pulled pork was also served all dried out. The Macaroni and cheese was over cooked and dried out. I didn't like the taste of the rest. Everything could have been better! Off day tonight.

Food truck

Coleslaw + Potato Salad

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Food Truck

Mission BBQ

4.3(141 reviews)

8.4 mi

Saw Mission mentioned on a YouTube video, that listed the five best and five worst barbecue chains…read morein the country.. Mission was #5 on the five best list. So we decided to try it out, did an online order for takeout. I had the brisket and pulled pork. Both were amazing. My sides was Maggie's Mac n Cheese. It's was sooo good. My roommate got the salmon, pulled pork and the Mac n cheese. She said it was very tasty. Both of tried the peach cobbler, and both agreed it's the best we've had. The woman that got my order together was very nice and informative. Do not remember her name. But the initials GD were on the first time card she gave us.. We will definitely be back. also love the fact they support the armed forces and first responders. And lived seeing a sign that read "Play like a champion today" Being a Notre Dame fan, that is Hugh bonus points. #GoIrish

Decided to try this place because our favorite bbq spot ran out of brisket…read more Pulled in the empty parking lot. Not a good sign although it was early 4:30, on a Saturday. Had a good score (4.7) so we decided to give it a shot Nice place inside. Decorated with veterans in mind. Has a similar setup to Rudy's where you order/pay up front and they call you up when it's ready. Was kind of worried because the place didn't smell like bbq. Ordered the turkey and jalapeno sausage with a side of bbq beans. Has a selection of six different bbq sauces at the table. I wasn't too impressed with any of them. There is a mustard sauce up by the drinks that was pretty tasty tho. The turkey was dry. The sausage had decent spices but the skin was a little tough. Neither had a bbq/smoky taste. The beans tasted like canned pork and beans with sugar and bits of brisket added. All and all I wasn't too impressed and probably won't be back. The staff was friendly and helpful and I was hoping it would be better

You can see your food being prepared.

Brisket, pulled chicken, green, Mac n cheese,peach cobbler

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Indoor dining

Little Miss BBQ

I'm visiting from New Jersey. A friend just brought me their pastrami. It's the best I've ever…read moretasted. Can't wait to try the rest of their mine on my next visit.

We are from out of town and are always chasing great BBQ when we visit new places, and Little Miss…read moreblew our expectations out of the water. The ribs and brisket were outstanding, as well as the Mac n cheese. Customer service was great, we had a staff member come up to us multiple times during our meal and asked if we needed anything and she was even able to provide us with extra onions and pickles. We are in town for a few more days and there is a good chance that we stop by again. 11/10 experience.

The line inside (once you're done with the line outside)

Brisket, pulled pork, Mac and cheese, ranch style beans

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Sliced Brisket

Bobby Q - Biltmore

4.5(953 reviews)

2.4 mi

I recently started to pick up their 1lb shredded barbecue chicken. OMG! This is the second time in…read morea week I've ordered it. Pickup was easy, quick and the staff pitch perfect! Finally, their barbecue sauce remains legendary! It didn't last long enough for a picture!

Wow! If you like bbq, you're going to love BobbyQ's!! Started out with a cocktail at the bar…read more Audrey was our bartender, as well as our server when we moved to a booth. Such a friendly and attentive young woman. We enjoyed chatting with her. Excellent bartender with great recommendations. I took her advice, and had the Prickly Pear Mule. Good flavor, and different than the ordinary mule. My husband had Makers Mark neat & a Dos Equis with a very cold glass. We moved to a booth, and ordered the smoked wings as an appetizer. They were outstanding! Served with carrots, celery, and 3 sauces on the side...buffalo, ranch, and bbq. It was such a generous serving , but we were determined to finish them. Next, we each ordered the 2 meat platter. I had St. Louis ribs with brisket, Mac and cheese, and the bbq beans. My husband ordered the baby back ribs, brisket, bbq beans, and pecan Cole slaw. We were both served a piece of cornbread which was so good. I also had a smoked Old Fashioned. The presentation was very well done! Finally, to top it off, Audrey brought a piece of chocolate with ice cream for my husband's birthday! The food was spectacular, and made us determined to return, possibly the next day for the fried fish! It's actually a 1 1/2 hour drive to get there, but well worth it! Renny, the manager, stopped by our table twice to make sure we were happy with everything. If you're a fan of bbq, check out BobbyQ! You won't be disappointed!!

Rustic decor

Smoked sliced beef brisket- slow smoked with signature bbq sauce. French fries and their amazing brussels sprouts.

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Beautiful interior

Frasher's Smokehouse

4.2(675 reviews)

1.4 mi

Frasher's was excellent for doing everything I asked for. We have gluten sensitivities in our…read morefamily. Maria made sure everything was carefully marked gluten free! We had brisket,pulled pork and ribs. They cut the ribs individually so that was a bonus. The corn was fresh and delicious. Along with the mashed potatoes and coleslaw. The finishing touch was the ice cream custard it was a hit with the chocolate pecan pie! Needless to say our family party was a hit. We had to he party at our home so we arranged for pick up.

Group of 6 guys, our weekly lunch group trying places in this area…read more I had a great dinner at Frashers tavern, and suggested we try the smokehouse. Some pluses, couple of minuses. The good: Baby back ribs were some of the best I have ever had. Perfectly done, not falling off the bone like mushy pulled pork, delicious! All the sides were pretty good. Mac n cheese, beans, cornbread. Nicely done. Not so good: wanted to try the supposed daily special of brisket/ burnt end sausage. They only had chicken, so I passed. One gent had the turkey, was told it was fresh roasted, he swears it was some kind of deli turkey, not slices off the breast. Iced tea tasted like bad tap water, a pet peeve expressed by all. One of us ordered the butter cake 11$. Was not pleased with it at all. Service was okay. Comfortable table & chairs. I still want to try the sausage, and definitely get more ribs. I am a huge fan of George Frasher food, I was a bit embarrased at having recommended this place to my friends.

Brisket

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Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

3.8(848 reviews)

20.8 mi

Went out to visit some friends in Goodyear, Arizona, and they took me to Rudy's BBQ -- and wow,…read morewhat a great experience! This is some of the best Texas-style barbecue I've had. I highly recommend the moist brisket -- tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The spicy chopped brisket baked potato was absolutely amazing, especially with their barbecue sauce on top. The whole atmosphere had that real country feel to it. It honestly felt like I was somewhere I belonged -- good food, good people, and that laid-back Texas BBQ vibe. If you're anywhere around Goodyear, Arizona, and love authentic BBQ, Rudy's is definitely worth a stop! I'll definitely be coming back. 5 stars all the way!

Rudy's is good. Is it something to write home about? That probably depends on your exposure to…read morebarbecue. The concept is simple: order your meat by the pound, pick your sides, grab a dessert, and snag a beer, specialty soda, or fountain drink on your way to the register. The dining room is basically a redneck cafeteria, and I mean that as a compliment. Long community tables, no table service, and everything is self-serve. Honestly, I prefer it that way. I can grab as much white bread as I want, refill my own drink, never have to flag someone down for napkins, and I've had some great conversations with other patrons. The brisket is consistently good, and I always order it moist. The jalapeño cheddar sausage is another favorite, but the baked beans deserve their own mention. They're loaded with bits of shredded pork that add both texture and smoky flavor, making them one of the better barbecue sides around. Rudy's is one of those chains that doesn't feel like a chain. The focus is on the meat, and it shows. It delivers the consistency you'd expect from a larger operation while still feeling like a neighborhood barbecue joint. That's not an easy balance to strike, but Rudy's pulls it off.

Fountain drinks station

Turkey, lean brisket and jalapeño cheddar sausage

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Outside

JL Smokehouse

4.5(447 reviews)

5.5 mi

Great BBQ in this little place. This would be a frequent stop for us if we lived in the area.read more

My husband took me to this restaurant after having tried it one time while visiting in Arizona. I…read morecould understand why he wanted me to try the food. It was exceptionally delicious. This what we ordered: Brisket Hot links Pork Belly Pork Ribs BBQ Beans Collard Greens BBQ Spaghetti Hot Water Cornbread Cedar Lane Lemonade Everything was flavored nicely. If I had to omit one item from our order it would be the beans. My favorite was the BBQ Spaghetti, collard greens and the Hot water cornbread. I thought the beans would have a bit more flavor, but I've never been a bean kind of gal. You will need to try it for yourself! The Hot water Cornbread was great. The texture was a little gritty, but still yummy. The shape is what caught me by surprise. It was round and flat almost like a pancake. The service was outstanding. Friendly and hardworking. The food came out in good time. There is plenty of seating inside and outside. Has a warm but rustic vibe. I would most definitely revisit this spot whenever in the area.

The dining room

Brisket sandwich

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Celia A.

6 months ago

I had a wonderful experience thanks to Destiny. From the moment I walked in, she greeted me with such a warm and welcoming smile that instantly made me feel comfortable. Her customer service skills truly stand out -- she was attentive, patient, and made sure all of my questions were answered without ever making me feel rushed. You can tell she takes a lot of pride in her work. She was constantly moving, helping customers, and making sure everything around her was running smoothly. Her work ethic is impressive, and she goes above and beyond to make sure every guest has a positive experience. It's rare to come across someone who is not only hardworking but also genuinely kind and welcoming. She made my visit memorable, and I would absolutely look forward to being helped by her again. read more

Sean R.

6 years ago

The food is a good deal as in amount for the price. The macaroni salad is overly slathered with mayonnaise and the meat can be over done sometimes. The workers here are friendly and efficient, but when I order over the phone, I'm pretty sure they don't start making it until I get there. What is the point of ordering ahead? Maybe they have had too many people order without picking up or something. read more

Robert M.

12 years ago

OMG the Hawaiian BBQ Chicken here is to die for. We loved it. Yes, it takes time to make it but we'd rather eat freshly prepared meat as opposed to cooked meat pulled out from under heat lamps. The decor is a bit bland but suits the business. But who cares, its their yummy food that always brings us back again and again. Yes, I'd recommend this place to anyone :) read more

Shane M.

Elite 10

1605

149

17 years ago

super tasty bbq beef. went to this place on a random whim and have never been more happy with my wandering ways. went in was greeted by a Genuinely friendly and enthusiastic employee, how odd... my order was taken quickly and was made correctly.. am i still in phoenix?.. food was hot and fresh service was great a rare find for a phoenix chain resturaunt. read more

Doug W.

3 years ago

This is the second time my wife and I have ordered from Ono Hawaiian BBQ in the last two weeks. We had to make sure it wasn't just a fluke that the food was this good! if you love true traditional family style Hawaiian food to share with your Ohana this is the place! Absolutely delicious ano great portions. Even the salads are good! read more

Sandra I.

14 years ago

I have loved this place from the first day it was open. I ALWAYS order the crispy shrimp with double macaroni salad. To be completely honest I sometimes order an EXTRA order of macaroni salad. That is how much I love it. I attribute a happy pregnancy and a good thirty pounds to this place. read more

Sabrina S.

11 years ago

First time eating at this location, but have had the food before at another location. Staff was nice, food came out very quick and tasted delicious. read more

John L.

10 years ago

I really enjoyed my experience at ono Hawaiian bbq. I especially liked their spam musubi and crab rangoons. Will definitely come again.

Kat R.

10 years ago

Friendly staff along with great tasting food! The portions are a good size. The food is always hot and ready to eat!

Carlo L.

11 years ago

This place has roaches. Not good. Stay away unless you like to dine with creepy little uninvited friends....

Tamika C.

8 years ago

First time coming here and it was great! The workers were nice and the food was great. I will be back.

Jonathan W.

3 years ago

Can never get a hold of anyone horrible service. An no one ever answeres the phone

Brian F.

8 years ago

place has great food but sometimes the wait is long and excruciating lol

Wayne M.

16 years ago

It reminds me of Hawaii, I just wish they would get kim chi.

Andrew B.

11 years ago

Cannot seem to get the basic of orders correct.

Ron W.

14 years ago

BBQ mix is great and is a lot of food

Jake W.

13 years ago

Overpriced Hawaiian food

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