Place was packed a bus load of children from Dallas were in line. They handled it smoothly and in a timely manner. Food was great I had the ribs,beaked beans with macaroni and cheese. read more

Ribs were solid Pulled pork - nothing special Mac and cheese - really good flavor, a touch watery? Baked beans - solid Potato salad - I'd get it again Coleslaw - mid Pork rinds - I'd get them again, kids loved them. Pimento cheese - decent but not super special. Great spot for bbq but was expecting really amazing as the "best bbq in Nashville " and it was just "pretty solid" spot, I'll still give it a 5 stars though. If I came back I'd buy a full rack of ribs with baked beans, potato salad and Mac. read more

Alright...so on the advice of a stranger who doesnt even live in Tennessee, my buddy and I were told to try Peg Leg Porker because its the "best BBQ in Tennessee." Skeptical, we decided to give it a shot and folks it did not disappoint! The food was solid. I ordered the BBQ Sandwich Platter with mac and cheese and green beans as my sides. Yall...this bbq pork was solid! Great smoke, great sauce. The mac and cheese was on point. The green beans were delicious and came out piping hot. I did not partake in the fatty cakes but my buddy said the banana pudding was on point and gave me a look that I can only describe as "deeply invested" as he finished his dessert. The service was solid too. The girl working the register was knowledgable about the menu and the food pairings. I placed my order, grabbed my cup, and got myself a fountain drink...as I turned around and my buddy was finishing his order, my name was called. Before we sat down, his name was called. As far as ambiance, its exactly what you would expect of a hole in the wall BBQ spot. Appropriate decor, the smell of BBQ, and tables big enough you dont feel crammed. They have an awesome covered patio too. We sat inside because it was warm when we got there, but by the time we finished it had cooled down and there was a monsoon outside. *Special note: Primarily street parking, but there is parking on the side of the patio. Its a little tight so make sure you know how to operate a motor vehicle otherwise you'll be doing the Austin Powers 18 point turn to get it in there... read more

Peg Leg Porker - BBQ Sandwich Platter w/ Mac & Cheese and Green Beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

NO CLUE how this has good ratings, unless most folks are tourists ( no offense) that haven't had actual good BBQ. It's cute but.... I can't think of a worse, more fast food ish service taste and over priced meal that I've had since my mother in law cooked. Best thing we ordered was kool aid pickles. Sad. A waste of $75 Please save your money and head to literally any other BBQ joint. read more

Peg Leg Porker - Ribs that were rubbery, pulled pork that was so dry we threw it out and cold fries with koolaid pickles - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I stopped by Peg Leg Porker after reading all the hype about their pulled pork sandwich, but I actually had my heart set on brisket. Unfortunately, I was disappointed to find out they don't serve brisket at all, and since I arrived at 4:00 PM, they were completely sold out of ribs until 5:00 PM. Not wanting to wait around for an hour, I pivoted and ordered the smoked chicken, baked beans, and french fries. Here is how the meal stacked up: * The Smoked Chicken: This was the star of the show. It was incredibly good, and I'm pretty sure they gave me a generous half-chicken. Not sure what type of seasoning they use but it's a pretty good dry rub. For a total of $20 for the whole meal, I think the portion made it worth the price. * The Sauces: I paired the chicken with their hot barbecue sauce, and it definitely has a real kick to it! I absolutely loved it, but if you aren't big on heat, they do have a mild option available. * The Baked Beans: Very flavorful and loaded with real chunks of bacon. Word of warning: they serve them piping hot. They were probably boiling when they went into the Styrofoam cup, and I almost burnt my tongue lol. I had to let them cool down for at least 10 minutes before diving in, but they were worth the wait. * The French Fries: The weakest link of the meal. You can definitely tell they aren't homemade - they seem like standard frozen fries that are just deep-fried and tossed with some salt. The Takeaway: If you're looking for a traditional BBQ joint with a massive variety of sides, sausage, and brisket, you might find the menu a bit limited. The variety isn't massive, but what they do do, they do well. read more

Peg Leg Porker - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Got a chance to try ribs in Nashville and mann... now I totally see why they were voted some of the best ribs in Nashville because WOW they were delicious The ribs were super flavorful, tender, and honestly a half rack was more than enough to share with someone else... unless you're really trying to food coma yourself The BBQ beans were sooo good and the green beans were surprisingly delicious too. Everything paired perfectly together. The whole place is such a vibe! I loved how open and spacious it was. There's seating inside, outside, and even another floor with more tables, so it definitely feels like the perfect spot for big groups, friends, or family hangouts. I didn't get a chance to try their alcoholic drinks this time, but honestly I'm just happy I got to experience this place while visiting Nashville The service was quick, easy, and everyone was super kind. The southern hospitality here is seriously A1 Thank you Peg Leg Porker for such a great experience! I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town read more

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Was able to walk in quickly on a Sunday. Very quick to order and receive food. Place order at the counter and then wait for food to pick it up at the counter. We ordered the pulled pork sandwich and the half rack of ribs. I liked the hall rack of ribs better, definitely the thing to order here. Sandwich was good but needed more sauce. Sides were a nice compliment to the meal. Ambience is very cool, gives old barn/class bbq spot with lots of character. read more

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Got the half rack of ribs with green beans and mac n cheese. The ribs were very meaty, with a great dry rub. The rub was a hint sweet and great flavor by itself, though I did use some of the mild sauce as well. The sides were both delicious, and overall it was a lot of food. I could've done with a 1/3rd rack. The staff was friendly and the walls had lot of awards they've won. read more

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Day 2: Superb. Today, it was not busy. The ambience is the exact same as it feels like it's just a regular barbecue joint. You can even wear flip-flops. Food is still outstanding. You absolutely have to come here for the consistency of a barbecue. read more

Peg Leg Porker - Combo that was devoured. - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Great BBQ. Ribs were cooked exactly right. Tender but with a bite with a great seasoning that Smokey with a bit of kick. The Mac and Cheese was creamy but a little on weak side of cheese flavor (I think it is often true to get creamy, you lose a bit of strong cheese flavor). Fries were just okay. Inside is causal and laid back. Service was quick, pleasant and efficient. read more

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You order at the counter and wait for your name to be called, which doesn't take long. We had a pulled pork sandwich with was juicy and tender. The ribs are the dry rub and the seasoning hit all the taste buds. The meat was tender and fell off the bone. Difference of opinions on the Mac and Cheese, I felt it was to liquid and my husband said they were perfect and cheesy. We both agreed on the backed beans and coleslaw are a must order. read more

Peg Leg Porker - 1/2 rack dry rub ribs. Pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, baked beans, Mac n Cheese, French fries - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We came to Peg Leg Porker to dry their Memphis style ribs we heard lots about. When you step in you see all the trophies and awards they have won for their bbq. We ordered a half rack of ribs and a peach fried pie. The ribs were solid and the meat was fell off the bone with each bite or when pulling the individual ribs off the rack of ribs. The ribs weren't very tender which may have been due to the cut we got or maybe most of the fat was trimmed off during prep. Memphis style bbq uses a dry rub rather than wet. The rub at Peg Leg Porker was decent, but during our trip we tried another bbq restaurant called Martin's whose dry rub I prefer. The peach fried pie was solid, it reminded us of a toaster strudel. The service was quick as we got our food very fast. There is a lot of indoor seating and a good amount of outdoor seating as well. The noise level was moderate, which allows you to have a conversation with your party without having to yell. I would consider coming back the next time I'm in town to try some of their other offerings. read more

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I would guess this may be the best BBQ in Nashville! We ordered at the counter and then find a seat, and there is an outdoor patio too. There is a couple of parking spot available and we were lucky to snag one! Otherwise street parking is available. What we ordered: + Pork rinds - very crunchy, nice and light, good seasoning. Dip it in the mac & cheese and its perfection. + Full rack dry rubbed ribs - the center was good tasty! A nice dry rub, and was juicy. The ends were a little dry but that's expected. + Jalapeno cheddar sausage - delicious taste and good texture, slightly juicy. + Smoked Green Beans - was OK, had a good taste and are on the softer side + Mac and cheese - very creamy and more smooth. I liked the shell pasta shape here too! + BBQ beans - strong BBQ flavor, also on the softer side + Special was the fried pork ribs - I would stick to the dry rubbed personally. Overall a tasty meal and plenty to share with 4 people! read more

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AMAZING little spot. Sat at the bar with Adam and had some great conversation and great service too! We will definitely be back the next time we are in town. You do order at the counter but we didn't mind as that is how most BBQ restaurants handle ordering. The food was really good! read more

Peg Leg Porker - Bar area where Adam(the bar tender) shared his crossword with us. AWESOME time was had. Love that he shared! - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This was a short walk from our hotel, so an easy spot to pick especially since we eat a lot of BBQ. Nice outdoor seating on a large deck and lots of seating inside. Order up at the counter and they call your name when its ready. Friendly staff taking and handing out the orders. The bar is on the opposite side, also order there. Guy behind the bar was ok, more intent on closing duties than being very helpful. I went for the chicken wings with green beans. They were LARGE! I got four full wings and a generous portion of smoked green beans. The wings were crispy which is a must in my book and lots of rub for great flavor. What took top billing for me were the green beans, I loved them! Great smokey flavor, I couldn't stop eating them. Great meal, in a pleasant space. good stuff! read more

Peg Leg Porker - Wall of merch - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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We came for dinner and got the ribs and combo platters, food was bomb. Ribs were perfect, the beans were great, and the bartender Jameson was a super cool dude. Would definitely try to come back. read more

Food is fine. About what you would expect. Nothing was amazing but we did not get the ribs which I now know we should have. I ordered the Kool-Aid pickles though, not knowing what they were, just to try something new. Asking about them at the counter... "I don't know what you like." They tasted like pickles but pink. Not worth $6. read more

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Went on a Friday night. Line was about a 10-15 minute wait to order. Waited about 10 mins for food at the window. Food was served hot, and tasted great. I had pulled pork and my husband had the ribs. I love that they let you sauce on your own. Their homemade sauce was also delicious. Kool-aid pickles also hit! I think parking in the area at dinner time was the hardest part. With so many places in Nashville I would try something new next time. However if you are in the area, worth visiting. I love that it's family owned and ran (not part of a chain.) read more

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It was good. A vibe with a patio and long line, worth the wait. The ribs were great, so was the pulled pork. Hot sauce actually does have some kick. Potato salad was basic, Mac was very loose, beans were ok. Overall a good spot. read more

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Our first time visiting Nashville (where my daughter now lives) we wanted to try a great BBQ place!! We found a gold mine!! Food was FANTASTIC! Staff & service was super friendly and the ambiance was great!! My husband who's a chef even got a quick tour to the kitchen and back to the Masterpit!! He loved it!! I highly recommend this place if you're in Nashville! read more

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Really good BBQ joint. No frills atmosphere with a Divey vibe. Nice tap list. TVs for sports. Service is a bit impersonal but efficient. This is a joint worth checking out. read more

I've been to Nashville many times, but this was my first time coming to Peg Leg Porker and it was a nice visit! It's the typical "TX style" BBQ joint, with many tables inside, concrete/cinder block walls, a walkup counter to place your order, and a soda fountain to fix your own drink. But they only serve pork and chicken here, no beef. I asked the lady at the cashier what was best and she suggested the pulled pork sandwich, which I got. I saw they had mac & cheese and asked her what she thought of it... she said it was great, so I got it. I got their fries, since they offered crinkled cut fries and I also got an order of their smoked/baked beans, as I love baked beans. The sandwich was amazing - 10 out of 10! The baked beans looked like they were watery and bland, but WOW, that flavor floored me... 11 out of 10! The mac & cheese looked and tasted like Velveeta Shells & Cheese - I wasn't impressed... 3/10. Lastly, their crinkle cut fries were luke warm and soft... 2/10. Overall, it was a nice visit and I'd most definitely return. Their sauces were just OK, but the combination of the great pork and beans was something I found satisfying. read more

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Soild place for bbq in the gulch I liked that is was not super fancy great ribs and sauce and coleslaw. They also have a patio witch is nice

Great meats being smoked here at Peg Leg. My chicken was extremely moist and flavorful. The potato salad was delicious and the baked beans were scrumptious. Plenty of parking and the bathroom was clean. Tons of beer and spirit options. Definitely coming back next time I am in Nashville. read more

Peg Leg Porker - Half chicken, potato salad, baked beans - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Went here during CMA fest because friends swore the ribs were the best. Honestly, wasnt sure why the hype. Ribs were dry. Best thing was the kool aid pickles imo. Cool spot in the gulch, but not the best bbq around. read more

This was my second time at the Peg Leg Porker, and the BBQ here totally hits. We ordered the meat sampler, pimento cheese, Mac and cheese, and the bbq beans. The pimento was outstanding, great taste and texture. The beans were great, smoky and definitely unique. The Mac and cheese was creamy and they use pasta shells. As for the meats....the star was definitely the pulled pork. It was tender and very tasty. The chicken was very juicy and cooked to perfection, and when paired with their BBQ it was perfect. The sausage was great as well. The only knock I had was with the ribs. They had a little too much dry rub. The parts with little to no rub were amazing. Very tender and the meat just melted off the bone. The cashier wasn't the nicest n most helpful, if not for that I'd definitely give it 5 stars. PS they need to bottle and sell that BBQ sauce, especially the hot one read more

Peg Leg Porker in Nashville was a solid find. I actually came across it on Nashville's own recommendation site and it lived up to the hype for the most part. We ordered the Yardbird Platter with mac and cheese and potato salad. Coming from Texas, my expectations for BBQ are pretty high. The chicken really delivered. It was smoked beautifully, had a great smoky flavor, and was not dry at all. The seasoning they put on it is subtle but it really brings everything together and makes the chicken stand out. The sides were a bit more hit or miss for me. The mac and cheese is a shelled chipotle mac and cheese. I get that they are going for something a little different, but it missed the mark in terms of that rich cheesy and salty comfort flavor I usually look for in mac and cheese. It was fine, just not what I'd call great. The potato salad really comes down to preference. It is a white, vinegar based potato salad instead of the yellow mustard style that a lot of Texas BBQ joints serve. That kind of tangy, mayo and vinegar profile just is not my favorite, so it was not really my thing. If you are someone who prefers a classic yellow mustard potato salad, I would probably suggest skipping the potato salad here. The sauce, on the other hand, was a nice surprise. It is definitely a different take on BBQ sauce than what I am used to in Texas, but it paired with the chicken really well and tied the plate together. Staff were friendly, the place was clean, and it stayed busy while we were there. I can easily see why Peg Leg Porker is so well loved in Nashville. I would absolutely go back for the chicken and sauce, and maybe try some different sides next time. read more

Peg Leg Porker - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

While in TN we had one of those meals at @peglegporker in Nashville, TN -- the kind you dream about later and maybe even tear up a little because Nashville isn't closer. If you take anything from this post, let it be this: get the rib platter. It's huge (more than enough to share!) and those ribs literally fall off the bone. Perfectly smoky, unbelievably tender, and even better when paired with their spicy BBQ sauce. Absolute heaven. The surprise standouts? The potato salad -- creamy, tangy perfection The Kool-Aid pickles -- sweet, punchy, and addictively fun And of course we couldn't leave without something sweet... their homemade banana pudding was the perfect Southern send-off to an already unforgettable meal. If you find yourself in The Gulch in Nashville, do yourself a favor and stop by Peg Leg Porker. Your taste buds will thank you. read more

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The BBQ is on point...or peg? The ribs are a tremendous standout for all the BBQ places in town! Tender with layers of flavor. And all of the sides were that feel-good-homestyle-not-an-afterthought, particularly the mac n cheese, green beans, and potato salad. The koolaid pickles were interesting, and despite the color, really tasted more like a regular pickle. The yardbird a different BBQ chicken presentation but kinda just ok; it seems to be popular otherwise as they thought they were sold out to start. Sadly, the counter service could have been less aloof and uninterested, especially since that is about the only interaction you have with staff and with so many folks that come by as tourist looking to experience that "real TN BBQ" could been a bit more southern hospitality. That said, someone did come by the table to ask if everything was good and gave us some stickers which was nice for our out of town friends and was more of that customer interest & hospitality one hopes for. read more

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Absolutely banging. Great food, prepare to feel sick from eating but soo good! Line can get long on a weekend is be prepared.

I liked the BBQ, but it wasn't by far the greatest I've had. Don't worry, you will still get some tasty food, but I don't understand the line. I was there in December so it might have a whole other vibe when it's warm, but I thought the place was ok. It gets 4 stars because the food was good, the portions were generous, and the service was pretty excellent for a BBQ place. I don't know if Tennessee BBQ is well known, but it didn't knock my socks off like other places. Of course I will come back. If this is an icon, might as well check it out. I can safely say that it will be worth your time read more

Peg Leg Porker - Sign - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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I'm not really a pork person but when in Tennessee you gotta try it, right? Luckily the place was practically empty, it was a Friday around 4pm. Well unfortunately straight off upon entering the cashier was not welcoming or friendly. She looked like she was annoyed to be there, didn't greet us and made us feel like our questions were a nuisance. We are from out of state and it was our first time yet she had no helpful recommendations. I asked if the potato salad was sweet and she just blurted out, "it's made with mayo!" Like ok... she was a big girl in leopard leggings, so um yea, check your employees... after that I didn't even want to eat there anymore. Like I said I'm not much of a pork or barbecue person so I wasn't impressed but my husband said it was just ok. Either way the cashier ruined my experience. read more

Peg Leg Porker - Sampler - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I found myself in Nashville with lunch on my mind and time in my side. So many bookmarks I have in Nashville that it is hard to choose where to go. I must have well over a hundred here. I've been stalking Mr.Bringle and his BBQ joint for a while now. BBQ was the bookmark winner for this day! Excited to arrive and dig into this man's que, I headed straight to the counter and ordered the Combo Platter. It had all the meats he had available I think. I wanted to try it all and knew there was no way I was knocking this out by myself. It had pulled pork, a half chicken, a jalapeño cheese sausage, and a half rack of ribs. I misread the website I guess and thought it came with sides, so I ordered beans and mac as a side. When she charged me I was confused and she set me straight that the "combo" did not include sides. I removed them as they would have just taken belly space that I did not have to spare. I added a bottle of hot bbq sauce and white bbq sauce to my order and paid. It's funny to me that they prompt for a tip, even when they offer no assistance at all. Get your drink, get your utensils, get your sauce, find a table, get your ass back up to get your food when they scream your name. Better not get caught slipping or they will shout at you on the loudspeaker. That part of this equation sucks. When you're done you'll also need to sort your own dishes and trash as well. Seems fair... I missed my name and they screamed at me over the PA even though I was four feet away. They really could just walk about and politely find me. It was maybe 25% full. It's a dumb method. I get it. It's the BBQ way I suppose. Got my tray of food and was pretty stoked to try it all! Ribs were fair in my opinion. A bit dry and I had to use a knife to get them away from each other. They would not separate without shredding and leaving meat behind. Nice flavor, and I do like ribs with a little bite to them, but these were dry and slightly tough to eat. Half chicken was even dryer. Zero moisture at all. I choked a bit on the breast meat. What made it worse was the soggy skin situation. I only ate a few bites. Hard pass next time. Pulled/chopped pork had great flavor and was decently moist. It was in chopped sized small pieces, but I got some good bark and crispy bits inside for extra flavor. I like this with the hot sauce a good bit. In fact I like all of the sauces. Sausage was my favorite thing on the tray. I am not sure if they make them here or not, but I really liked it a lot. It was juicy, cheesy, spicy, and had a great snap to the casing. It was a really good sausage. I will pay another visit at a later date. BBQ is a tough game and things are hard to control with time, temps, and availability. I get it. My experience is mine though... '25 - 81/111 read more

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parking was easy, service was excellent, all the staff are so sweet !! The place is super cute inside, all the trophies from winning BBQ contests are on display. The food was FIRE, did NOT disappoint, especially loved the slaw and baked beans, the meat was amazing too. The sushi was actually delicious!! Will be back ! read more

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Great spot in the Gulch neighborhood for grab some BBQ. We enjoyed dining on the outdoor patio. It's very a casual, counter service, no frills type of place. We tried the BBQ nachos - very good, but the chips got soggy pretty quickly. They are loaded with meat, though! We tried the mac and cheese, fries, smoked green beans, coleslaw and baked bbq beans (those were the best side). We tried a pulled pork platter, a pulled pork sandwich platter, and the yard bird platter. You get a lot of food! We felt we needed a little sauce on our meats, so we reached for the bbq sauce. read more

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Delicious!! Gluten/allergy friendly and everything is still clearly marked on the menu! Polite staff, efficient kitchen, yummy food! I will say -- the ribs were a bit on the dry side this go-round, but we still thoroughly enjoyed everything!! They use tallow for their fryers now and the French fries are SO good!! You gotta get that and the smoked green beans!! Will be back again! read more

Peg Leg Porker - Combo platter (pulled pork, yardbird wings, jalapeño cheddar sausage, and ribs) - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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As a local, this is still one of our go-tos and always a trusted recommendation for our out of town friends! Go and enjoy!

Bbq is really good...we got a rack with smoky green beans and coleslaw for the two of us, and had leftovers. Meat was lean and delish, and both sides were yummy. Lots of parking available with first hour free and then the restaurant will validate additional time. My hubby (who is somewhat picky) said it was the best bbq he's ever had. All in all, a must visit! read more

Excellent pulled pork sandwich. The pork was so fresh and tender on a soft brioche type bun. Beautifully smoked baked beans that melted in your mouth. Potato salad was so good. I would go back again and again. It looks small from the outside but has Outside seating and loads of inside seating with good a/c. read more

Peg Leg Porker - Pulled pork sandwich, potato salad and baked beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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An evening in Nashville and looking for bbq. A recommendation from the hotel and around the corner the cigar bar we had been visiting (score) easily landed us for a try at Peg Leg Parker! We were there on a work night, so it wasn't busy. The establishment was clean, had plenty of seating, and the vibe of a bbq spot! Bar at the front and the Counter to order your meal at the back. Along the way - highlights of Peg Leg Parker's awards and contributions to the community. The service was ok. If I remember, they are a family owned restaurant and the staff, while casual were fine. Nothing over the top but not bad. The food was enjoyable. We shared bbq and Mac n cheese and coleslaw. Ribs were done with a smoke ring, tasty bbq sauce. The Mac n cheese had larger noodles than I expected and was very cheesy. The Coleslaw had a balanced tang and sweet flavor. While I enjoyed our visit and food, there wasn't anything that made Peg Leg outstanding bbq. We travel for bbq! If I'm in the area again I'd be tempted to try other bbq recommendations. However if you are in the area I would recommend giving them a try. read more

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