the ribs were absolutely fabulous! Tender, fall off the bone amazing. Best I've ever eaten. Thank you so much, Otis. read more

Great barbeque, come early for best selection. Tucked back off of the street . Definitely worth a visit

Being relatively new, they were out of a couple things on the menu. I opted for the pulled pork sandwich and wasn't disappointed. Perfectly smoked and tender, I was served the sandwich alacarte which I appreciated I didn't have to get a side with it. It was a dry rub and then sauce bottles were available so you could add as much as you wanted. The atmosphere had a plain rustic vibe with wood and nothing fancy, which gave it an authentic country BBQ feel. read more

Otis BBQ - Pork sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

We were in manitou Colorado enjoying the beautiful mountain and decided "we are in Colorado let's try BBQ. We this place popes up. It's again not much to look at. I think the owner and his wife run the place. There is not much in the way of decor but we didn't come for the decor. We ordered the brisket sandwiches. They were great and had great flavor. The bbq sauce they have comes in a reg and spicy. Both were really flavorful. I had the baked beans and the wife had the potato salad. Mine was real good and very hot. She said the potato salad tasted ok but it was like something you would buy at Costco. If you want a great lunch that is not terribly expensive stop in and give it a try. read more

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Authentic Southern BBQ right here in Colorado. Nice and cozy mom-and-pop joint. Steve, the pitmaster, used to be a special ed teacher, now he's smoking meats like a pro. The ribs were cooked to perfection and paired well with spicy mustard (yes, called me weird, I don't like bbq sauce). read more

Otis BBQ - Ribs! - Barbeque Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

Best in Colorado Springs - ribs are to die for. Hard to find and we had no seating so we took it home. Coleslaw and potato salad above average. read more

Fantastic bbq. Very casual with paper plates only but don't let that deter you. Ribs were excellent! Friendly service. read more

If your driving down the main drag, you might see someone waving at you. It looks fake, but it is Otis trying to get you to pull over and up the hill to try his BBQ. He has ribs, pork, brisket and only 2 sides and no sandwiches.. The Cole slaw was crunchy and cold and the brisket sample was great. The brisket plate with one side was $12, but unless you ask for lean, you might get what we got - a slab of fat. Luckily, Otis got us a lean slice and the brisket was tender and had quite a good bark. His bbq sauce though, needed some more zing. Nice picnic tables to relax and eat as well. read more

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Amazing food, was here in minutes, Nice owner, would eat here again! Peaceful and cozy place. read more

Otis BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

Absolutely amazing barbecue and family recipe sauce!!! I barely touch the meat and it off the bone!!!! Return customer for life

Authentic Alabama style ribs! This place uses an excellent dry rub that doesn't need munch more than a few simple ingredients, but it gets the job done. The ribs I had were definitely melting in the mouth. The sweetness of the barbecue complements the peppery rub perfectly. Definitely a must try!! Here's a plate of 3 ribs with their Texas Twinkie. Truly loved this meal!! read more

Otis BBQ - Three ribs and Texas Twinkie - Barbeque Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

This was so good! As a couple millennials from Kansas we really loved the smoke taste and the sweet sauce. The 1/2 rack rib plate was massive, this is what was left after eating my fill! The service was fast, food was hot, we'll definitely be back! read more

Otis BBQ - Ribs, off the bone! - Barbeque Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

What a great spot! Food is amazing, atmosphere is the best and cannot get any southern barbecue that tastes as good in the local area! 10/10 would go again! read more

Otis BBQ - Beef brisket sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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Being from the South, I know my BBQ, and having lived in the Springs for over a decade, I know the best this city has to offer. When it comes to BBQ... it's now Otis's Alabama in Manitou! We were actually on our way to another restaurant when I smelled what I knew was going to be good. We had their brisket and pork sandwiches with coleslaw and BBQ beans. This is the real deal when it comes to the BBQ and you won't find anything like it anywhere else around here, but the sides are lacking in options and just OK when it comes to taste and texture. As well, it was a real disappointment to be served plasticware for knife and fork, as well as plastic bottle water. Those are things that could be improved upon, as we don't believe in continued pollution. We must remember to bring our travel stainless again, but frankly it's been a while since we had to deal with it here in Colorado. Next... will check out the ribs. Welcome, Otis! It was nice to meet you ~ Louisiana Gal. read more

If food is life, then the living is good at Otis's Alabama BBQ where you will find the best BBQ outside of Texas. Stephen Eshelman, the owner, is making fall-off-the-bone ribs as well as perfectly smoked brisket and pulled pork. These are accompanied by a range of sides, including cole slaw, potato salad, baked beans and a green chili with brisket in it. If you find yourself anywhere near Colorado Springs, do yourself a favor and head over to Manitou Springs and track this place down! Nestled into the northern end of Manitou Ave in the old prospector's building, you will find the aroma of ribs, brisket and pulled pork wafting out the front door. If you find yourself there on a weekend, you will also have Texas Twinkies available to tickle your BBQ fancies! What is a Texas Twinkie? It's a little bit of heaven on earth. A bacon-wrapped jalapeño, stuffed with brisket, cream cheese and shredded cheese and then slowly cooked on a smoker to pull in all of that rich, smoky flavor. While I live in NJ, I have traveled extensively and always track down the local BBQ wherever I go. When visiting my office in Lone Tree, CO, I will make the trip south to Manitou Springs to hit Otis's Alabama BBQ multiple times during each trip. I have been here over a dozen times and every time the food quality is second-to-none! While there might be some more well-known BBQ places in the greater Manitou Springs area - and I suppose "gas station bbq" is a thing in Colorado - make a point to stop into Otis's Alabama BBQ and treat yourself to authentic food and meet Stephen, the man behind the smoker. And try everything! read more

Food was delicious, staff members were nice, prices were great. Definitely recommend stepping in.

This place is a HIDDEN GEM! I really wondered why there wasn't a line around the building because the bbq here was amazing. Definitely come here if you're in need for some super filling, delicious food. read more

D to the licious!! Best I've had in Colorado. 1. Brisket- tender, juicy, flavorful. Owner asked if I wanted fat or lean, I asked for fatty, and wow was it the right choice!!! 2. Ribs- large, tender, great flavor! Never even used the bbq sauce for the ribs, totally unnecessary. Fall off the bone, but still firm meaty texture 3. Pulled pork- so tender. Full "chunks" Great little spot. Can't wait till next time I'm in manitou, will definitely get again and again and again!! read more

My fiancé, daughter & I ate here earlier and it was the best BBQ we've had in Colorado! The owner was extremely friendly & let us choose whether we wanted lean or juicy meat. The ribs fell off the bone. The brisket was to die for! This is clearly his passion & we will be back when we're in the area!! read more

Poor service, poor experience-- I watched them treat another table terribly. Food was okay.

Owner is a very friendly, down to earth, genuine dude. 10/10 highly recommend giving this place a try

Amazing barbecue. The best I've ever had. So well seasoned that you don't even need barbecue sauce. Juicy flavorful fall off the bone tender meats. Do not pass this one up. If you're looking for the best barbecue meal, don't miss this spot. read more

First time going, met Steve the owner fantastic guy from Alabama. I tried to sampler and it was fantastic. Highly recommend it.

Amazing food and amazing service. The Texas Twinkie was amazing we had to order another one. Best bbq around.

Right in the center of manitou springs Food was 10/10 -they aren't stingy with the meat -fast great service I ordered brisket sandwich and it was delicious. read more

Amazing food! Lots of meat on the sandwiches with fresh, soft brioche buns. Prices are super reasonable too. Would rate it a 10/10!!!

Fantastic pork and brisket! So tender! Well worth it. Low key atmosphere. Owner was very friendly.

If you like hometown restaurants this is for you. It is a no frills BBQ joint. The people were beyond nice. Even if you don't love BBQ or no frills dining experiences, it is a good idea to support local business. The taste and quality of Mom and Pop joints cant be replicated by chains. The menu was basic with a few choices for sides and entrees. Drinks are served in cold cans. read more

Otis BBQ - No Frills But Clean - Barbeque Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

I just stopped by this bbq place. I had the best brisket sandwich ever. The juicy brisket was so good. My girlfriend had the pulled pork sandwich. She said it was very good. There were different types of sauce and one hot I didn't try. The coleslaw was really well done. The beans were smoked and we enjoyed those. There was pecan pie too!!! Stop by it was so worth it. read more

The ribs are fantastic! The lean brisket is very good, it's got a good bark and the meat is very tender, could use a bit more seasoning in the rub but still worth it! read more

BBQ on point! Pulled Pork Sandwich is my go to Texas Twinkies when my cholesterol is ok Brisket is perfect! Please add a SPICY BBQ SAUCE PLEASE!!! Thank you Steven for all your hard work! Great prices! Best service! Can't wait to see the new location read more

Friendliest owner. Great food. Definitely on its way to being world famous as is being thrown around.

We had a very negative experience at this place yesterday. My wife put a review on Google describing the problems... wobbly table, no soap or paper towels in the restroom, canned drinks from a dirty cooler, staff watching a battle scene from the movie 300 while we were fighting our 2 and 5 year old to avoid them watching it. The owner responded with impolite lies. This response embodies what is wrong with this place. Complete lack of ownership and desire to put out a quality product. No interest in their customers a no effort to take some feedback and be better. It would not take much effort to make these improvements but the lack of responsibility is what is wrong in the first place. Food is fine but I can't imagine this place will last very long with the negative energy this place is carrying. read more

Brisket has nice flavor, ribs are great and the twinky is a flavor explosion in your mouth. Thumbs up, Good spot for BBQ.

Potato salad was good. Cole slaw was dry and bland. They were out of baked beans. Pulled pork was good. Brisket ware more like a roast. Ribs had an unusual, funky flavor. None of the meat had any smoke flavor. Homemade sauce was just ok. Atmosphere was paneling and butcher block with country music. I prefer blues at a BBQ joint. Pricing was on par for average BBQ and service was good. Overall, nothing was outstanding and no reason to go back. read more

OMG!!! Otis BBQ is the real deal. Absolutely spectacular! We had the brisket, beans and Twinkie. The Twinkie being a huge jalapeño stuffed with a little cream cheese and a whole lot of brisket then wrapped in bacon coated with Otis BBQ sauce. The stuff dreams are made of. We will return! read more

Some of the most tender and moist brisket ever, served with a smile! Get over there and get some!

So yummy!!! Not only is it amazing BBQ, but the staff was so kind, and friendly, and they have handicap accessible bathrooms!!! (That the staff let us use, while listening to live music next door later in the evening) We will definitely be back, and have told everybody coming through, that they have to stop for lunch or dinner! Excited to have such good BBQ in town. Put the baked beans on a bbq sammy and mmmm read more

Food and service was great! Meat was juicy and tender, staff and owner were very nice! Smoked baked beans were my favorite.

5 heckin stars. I will definitely be back!!!!! We had brisket and potato salad and I haven't had better brisket than this in the springs. Definitely reminds me of Texas. read more