I ordered the Meat Sweats platter with the garlic and green onion sausage and a small order of bananamisu, and everything was delicious as usual. I have been here several times to pick up food, but this was my first time actually going inside to order. The line was long around lunchtime, but it moved quickly. It is fast casual style, so you walk down the line choosing what you want and then pay at the register. I honestly had no idea that was how it worked before, so I was prepared to wait a while. I was pleasantly surprised at how efficient everything was. I was in and out much faster than expected. While putting my order together, the man helping me handed me a sample rib over the counter. I am a very socially awkward person and do not handle unexpected moments very gracefully, so I probably reacted a little awkwardly. That part was on me. The rib was GOOD though. He was very kind about my reaction and even handed me a napkin. The whole staff was friendly, asking how my week was going and checking in to make sure everyone was happy. Even though it was busy, they clearly care about customer service. The food was great. The garlic and green onion sausage had so much flavor, and the bananamisu was the perfect sweet finish. I originally went in hoping to order the BBQ oxtail, but they were sold out within two hours of opening, which honestly says a lot about how good they must be. I had also gone the day before around 7 PM and they had already closed because they were sold out for the day. Just a heads up that they do close early if they run out of food. Overall, great food, friendly staff, and quick service. I will definitely be back and hopefully I will finally catch the oxtail next time. read more

I tasted their brisket in a to go order and wow! It is so much more flavorful that that of my old standby, Mission bbq. I can't wait to go and dine in. I can't speak on the service or ambiance., though. read more

Redwood smoke shack in the Ghent area of Norfolk is an excellent choice if your craving Texas style BBQ. I stopped in right as they opened and ordered the two meat platter, Mac and cheese and potato salad. You will definitely require a box! The brisket was perfect and not too greasy. The pulled chicken was a bit bland but the sauces on the table helped add flavor! The service was great! They offer the toast rewards program that can earn you money off future orders and although their prices are higher the value of the food is worth it! Cool decor and sauces/spices are for sale too! Check them out if you're in Norfolk but get there early before they sell out! read more

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Came here to pick up lunch and there's a long line out the door so expectations for us was high. We ordered their professional platter (better deal than their family pack) as it comes with five types of meats and three large sides. You have to pay extra for some meats in family pack which brings it closer to the professional platter. For sides, we got the broccoli salad, cilantro slaw, mac n cheese. Added their corn pudding. Platter comes with bread and pickles, onions and jalapeño. Sides tasted great. Service was friendly and great. They have a sitting area but we did takeout. Pro tip: come early as they sell out by late afternoon. read more

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When we arrived, there was no line so the workers behind the counter kept asking us if you want fries or what we wanted to order, but we were still looking at the menu which caused us to panic and get the two meat platter that comes with 2 sides. We got pulled pork and ribs. We enjoyed the meat we chose as well as the sides. We got mac n cheese and baked beans. We also ordered their 5 wings and I haven't tried that before. The wings were a 10/10. We decided not to eat inside after ordering because we just felt rushed so we took the order home. There are many areas to sit at and the location is pretty decent size. read more

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Thee BEST bbq place to go to ever! Their food is so good and flavorful. This is my go to spot for ribs, brisket, smoked wings, etc. The service is always great they get you in and out the line quickly. On busier days such as the weekends or holidays, I recommend placing an order in advanced online. The ambiance is nice they have a nice patio style enclosed seating area if you choose to eat inside. read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - TWO MEAT PLATTER - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

After experiencing the great food & wonderful hospitality of founder & owner Bob Roberts at their new Suffolk location I knew I had to visit their first brick and mortar store in Norfolk. I just didn't envision it being the next day, It was an afternoon of exploration in Fort Norfolk after a doctor appointment at a medical building in that area. On to an early dinner at a restaurant in West Ghent. My visit to the new Suffolk restaurant has sparked my interest in their "sold out" Corn Pudding & Pulled Pork. The Pit Smoked Beans were so delicious that I had to have more, lots more. So after dinner there was time to go for takeout at the nearby Redwood Smoke Shack. Most longtime Norfolk residents & natives will recognize the location as the former site of the Dog-N-Burger Grille. Its fronts Manteo Street just steps from 21st Street in the heart of Ghent. The distinctive Redwood Smoke Shop logo & design were easily recognized when approaching. Street parking directly across the street from the entrance was convenient. Entering I saw a much smaller area than the Suffolk location. This could be expected for the first restaurant. Its location in Ghent also wouldn't allow the spaciousness found in Suffolk. There was a serving line and a store merchandise area that faced it. It was exciting that they hadn't run out of either the Pulled Pork or the Corn Pudding. I ordered an extra large container of Corn Pudding & Pit Smoked Beans to complement the large container of Pulled Pork. My friend who had worked just around the corner for many years mentioned to the employee serving her that the location had been the site of Dog-N-Burger, a regular stop for her throughout the years. The friendly serving line personnel indicated that they still had the Dog-N-Burger door on the side. I love a business preserving prior history of the location. Exploration followed. There was a separate building with the lettering "da Shack" painted prominently near the top. It was filled with tables and people eating. I'm assuming that was the location of the smokers before the massive smoker room in Suffolk took over that task. An alley between the two buildings led to an outdoor area where people were eating at picnic tables. The grand finale came the next two nights when dinner was the takeout I had purchased. The Corn Pudding was amazing with a cornmeal based taste, which was appreciated by this patron who grew up in the Deep South. The slightly sweet taste was perfect since it was not too sweet for my unsweet tooth. Pit Smoked Beans were as perfect as before. They are a combination of several types of beans with a slight sweet & a kick of hot. An enormous plus was that it was beans in sauce, not sauce with beans as many barbecue restaurants serve. I really could eat the beans every night of the week. The Texas Style Pulled Pork was new for me after only experiencing North Carolina style. It wasn't chopped but was larger pieces of pork. It was excellent. It was another excellent experience at a Redwood Smoke Shack. Thank you Bob Roberts for introducing Coastal Virginia to your Texas Style barbecue & sides, each prepared with love & perfection. read more

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Best barbecue in Hampton Roads that I have found. As a native Memphian, it's hard for me to find good BBQ outside of Tennessee and Texas. This one sweeps all of the other establishments in the area! The brisket was tender, the pork belly was delicious, and the sides complemented the meal perfectly. My personal favorites were the corn pudding and the beans. The broccoli salad was a little too vinegary for my taste, but still tasty. The fries were crisp and fresh and perfectly seasoned. If you're a barbecue snob like us, come give this place a try! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - *BEEF BRISKET, CHOPPED, fries, *PIT SMOKED BEANS - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Is this my favorite BBQ joint??? I reckon so! They have the BEST brisket and burnt ends. Great smoked wings, ribs, sausage, you name it - all the proteins are incredible. Don't sleep on their sides either. You can't get corn pudding from too many places, and even then, it's rarely don't right but Redwood hits the mark. Also, their version of banana pudding is to die for. Redwood offers specials that you don't wanna miss. For example, they often have loaded baked potatoes on Thursdays which I had been dying to try and finally managed to make my way from Richmond to Norfolk to snag one. And omg, beyond worth it!!! Just like most righteous BBQ joints, they can sell out at any given time and the line and stretch out the wazu, so get there early. read more

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This place is so damn good. A friend of mine (who is from Texas) recommended it when I asked where I should get BBQ in the area. It did not disappoint! You go inside to order and they have two covered patio areas to sit in as well as a few outdoor picnic tables. The staff who took my order was super friendly and everyone seemed to be happy to be there. I ordered the classic platter with the burnt ends and had the potato salad and broccoli salad for my sides. My husband got the brisket plate with Mac and cheese and smoked baked beans. Overall, we both agreed the burnt ends are a must order here. Fricken de-lic-ious! Our sides were very good as well and we both like the smoked beans the best. But I will say nothing we ordered was not good! I wish the outdoor picnic style tables had some shade like an umbrella or something. We had our dog with us and hoped to eat at the restaurant, but since it was so hot out there and obviously we couldn't eat in the enclosed patio with a dog, we ended up just taking it to go. Everything still tasted great even after a 20 min drive. read more

Whenever I don't feel like smoking or barbecuing my own meat, this is where I go that will always be my go to spot love the fact that we were introduced to them over four years ago. Been in love with it ever since check out the Virginia Beach and Suffolk locations as well as the Norfolk one everything is always consistent in the same. I've never been disappointed no matter which way I've gone for meat, selection, and sides read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

We ate here last week and we will definitely be going back. They have some of the best barbeque in the state. And the service was excellent too. read more

This is the best BBQ I have ever had. Everytime I'm in town I go here! The staff is so friendly and the manger is so helpful! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Went to grab my fiancé something to eat. Unfortunately it was around 7pm and most items were sold out. I was able to get some burnt ends, a sausage & I grabbed a smoked pickle to try. My fiancé enjoyed the meats and I really liked the pickle. I will have to try the employees recommendation next time and make fried pickles out of it!! I definitely need to come back on a Thursday to try the turkey!! Best bbq in the area!! read more

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Best BBQ in Hampton Roads 757!!! Excellent service. All locations are very clean especially the restroom. I have been a fan since they just had the food truck. Bring your credit card Lol but Damn worth it!!! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Smoke Stack Sandwich (chopped bbq/ cheddar jalapeño sausage/brisket topped with pimento cheese and drizzle with bbq sauce - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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This place is not "texas inspired" that is truly a lie. The closest these people have been to Texas is 1,352 miles away. The food was so disgusting that I have ordered an Oklahoma Joes smoker and have decided I will dedicate my time getting good at smoking meats. Once I have achieved what I think is good BBQ I will stand outside there place of business offering free plates of TRUE BBQ. Im sure this place is amazing if you are from anywhere that doesnt do BBQ but WOW this is a sad imitation. The BBQ sauce is literally ketchup and vinegar, the meat tastes like cumin and has no smoke flavor so I assume they use an oven, or its pre made OR they cook it in the oven an pop it in a pellet smoker for like 10 minutes. Good banana pudding thing though I cant lie.. read more

Hands down the best bbq I've had in years!!! The burnt ends are straight !!! So good, and you can't go wrong with any side, whether it's the Mac n cheese, fries, or collard greens. The only main dish I've ordered has been the burnt ends, and it was so good I ordered seconds the first time I came in. You will not be disappointed, come give it a try! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

This is my go-to BBQ spot in the 757. I love the creative menu and the owner's passion. I'm surprised BBQ aficionados in the US haven't put this place on the map yet! Everyone thinks of Texas, North Carolina, Kansas, etc, when it comes to BBQ, but it is time they start looking at what we have going on in Virginia! The staples are always delicious: brisket, pulled chicken, pulled pork, and jalapeno cheddar sausage. You can't go wrong. On my most recent visit, I was inspired to try the burnt ends after two other people in line raved about them. And, of course, I can't leave without the Bananamisu. Stellar. Out of this world. I'd put it on my plate if I got to choose my last meal on this earth. Last and least, I'm sad to say that the service always seems a little lacking, so I can't give this location 5 stars. I know any business would love the look of a long line out the door, but for my most recent three visits, I've noticed that the team behind the counter doesn't seem to have any urgency when they see the line growing. There is a lot of fun chatter between the employees, which I usually love to see, but not when it prevents someone from taking an order. I also watched a young woman who seemed to be BAKED miss the instruction to drop my order of wings twice. At one point, she turned to me at the counter's edge and asked if I had any sauce or rub, even though her coworker told her twice before what the order was. That was frustrating after being in line for 46 minutes. The declining line service isn't enough to keep me away, though. This place is amazing and worth a stop when you want great BBQ. read more

My husband stopped there to pick up 2 dinners for us on 4/1. It was later in the day, around 5:00ish. It was his birthday and that's what he wanted. I wanted corn pudding, but they were out of that. I looked at the meat he brought, it was mostly all fat. I personally don't eat a lot of meat because fat grosses me out. After I picked all that fat out, I was left with about 2 bites of edible meat. I ate the potato and broccoli salad. Considering how much $$$ it costs now to eat out, you should be able to eat what you paid for... NOT a bunch of fat. read more

Arrived at 5:30pm for some BBQ that a coworker considered the best he's ever had. I guess today wasn't completely their best showing. Chicken, collards, jalapeno sausage already sold out which is understandable as the day is about to end. Ordered two meat sampler with garlic and green onion sausage and spare ribs. The sides were mac and cheese and cilantro slaw. The mac and cheese was basic and the noodles were over cooked. Taste was fine. The spare ribs were terrific and I'd get them again in a heart beat. The sausage; something was off, almost like spongey undercooked in the middle. Taste was ok and they were greasy. The slaw was slaw. One of the food preparers was touching the poker chips and food with her gloved food hand. No idea what kind of stuff is on those chips. Coworkers also ordered brisket with sausage and pulled pork. Their sausage was strange too, same spongey undercooked center. Brisket looked nice and juicy. Sides were beans, broccoli salad, red bliss potatoes. We shared the wings; had them with dry rub. Wings were fine, can get good wings from a lot of places. Overall the only hit was the spare ribs. Cost way too much to be a repeat visit place, but then again I'm here for work and probably won't be back for a while. read more

Honestly the meat is the only thing worth raving about it's so tender and juicy everything else is very mid. I ordered the brisket soft ends with Mac, beans, fries, banamisu and 2 cookies. The Mac tasted like a thinner version of kfc Mac. The beans were not giving "bbq" kind of like thrown together a mix of beans. To be honest it would probably be better if it was homemade. The bananamisu was super creamy and fluffy! I do wish the cookies inside were soft. If you want to try something new it's for you! If you're craving banana pudding, probably not. The service was wonderful everyone was smiling and were happy to serve! I appreciate the vibe along with the merch, it was something to look at while the food was prepared. Because this is a restaurant I was expected better and not really a fast food version for bbq. Especially for the price... read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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I ordered online and the service was fast and refreshingly professional and fun!! The portions were a little smaller than I expected but the sausage I ordered is house made so with prices now it's understandable! The chiccarones tho!!! For 4.50$ they were so good!!! I was snacking on them on the way home!! Sad I'm leaving and won't get to try again but very impressed with this BBQ joint!! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Big Red - Texas special soda! - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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We have been wanting to try this place for awhile now and finally pulled the trigger on it. We were not disappointed The meat was delicious and the sides were amazing as well. Service was fast and easy even with a steady flow of customers. read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - BURNT ENDS *BEEF BRISKET, SLICED *WHITE CHEDDAR MAC & CHEESE *RED BLISS POTATO SALAD - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

The best BBQ in town! The white Mac and cheese is so good, and the corn pudding just melts in your mouth. The beans are amazing. The ribs and beef brisket embody what true BBQ is supposed to be. read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - *WHITE CHEDDAR MAC & CHEESE *PIT SMOKED BEANS *CORN PUDDING *BEEF BRISKET, SLICED *PORK SPARERIBS - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

We tried Redwood Smoke Shack for the first time during the Wings Festival. We were impressed, so we finally decided to try the other items from their menu. We went for a Naked Classic Platter and a Sammich Classic Platter, and everything in it was delicious. We weren't disappointed. Smoked Meats: House Made Sausage, Brisket, and Pulled Chicken - Very moist and tasty White Cheddar Mac & Cheese - Our favorite side from their menu. The White Cheddar makes this side stand out from the rest. Broccoli Salad - It's not your usual and basic Broccoli. The dressing makes this vegetable more exciting. Pit Smoked Beans The Meat Sweats Platter is the best option to try all their Smoked Meats. If you love BBQ, Redwood Smoke Shack is a MUST. It's now our favorite BBQ joint in the area. read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Good food, always out of what you desire - lol. It's out because the food is very good. Third visit is as good as the first. 12.00 for two sausages seems high in price but maybe not. Ribs and always out brisket are amazing and worth the little more in price. Service is very good. Baked beans are amazing. Thank you. read more

Food is great. I don't usually like baked beans but I'd love them if they always tasted like these. It was crowded but that's because it's good. It's small but there's covered seating outside that's available. read more

First off let me say that I am an avid lover of southern BBQ, just cant help the country in me. Crazy thing is I had been meaning to go to this place for months and was surprised with a dinner for my birthday here at the Norfolk location. One thing you need to know about this place is they have two locations one in Ghent, and the other is further out in Va beach. You have to make sure you don't wait last minute to get there cause based off their popularity they are known to run out of select meats! So make sure you get there while they're stocked. I loved how as soon as i walked into the establishment it smelled like i was walking into a smoker and the meats were teasing me and giving me the eye! I ordered the Meat sweats sampler which included the pulled pork, pulled chicken, house-made jalapeño and cheese sausage, beef brisket, loaded Mac & the corn pudding and it was in that moment I was ready to dedicate my tastebuds to Redwood because I think this has become my official spot for BBQ from this day forward! Trust and believe I will definitely be back again!!! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - **Pulled Pork, **Pulled Chicken, **Pork Spareribs, **Jalapeno-Cheddar Sausage, Housemade, Loaded Mac & Cheese, **Corn Puddin' - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

The sauce choices were pretty amazing. The brisket was pretty juicy and the mac and cheese went along really well with it. The coleslaw in my opinion was the best part out of the whole meal. By the time we got there, it was around 6pm. The restaurant ran out of many things, so we didn't have that many options to choose from. I do like how everything was self-help. The beer there was pretty expensive. They have their own parking lot, and it was a nice walk to get some ice cream afterwards. read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Brisket with coleslaw and mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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The food was perfect ... we love trying different types of barbecue and this would be a top favorite!

Delicious. I had the pork spare ribs, Mac and cheese and baked beans. I actually ate this sooooo quickly that I failed to take any photos. I'll update this upon my return visit. Tasty ribs read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Serving line - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Lets talk about it because why did it take me this long to find this place. Street parking available or behind the business its a small lot. Better come early because at noon they were already all out of their collard greens (bummer!). The meat it served after a quick scale check, so don't worry everyone will get what they are supposed to get. Everything was good and them brisket tips just melt in your mouth (like seriously). Be prepared to pay about $20 for a plate plus a drink. Indoor and outdoor (uncovered) seating available. read more

I can't say enough good things about this place. Not only was the customer service exceptional, but the food was absolutely, insanely incredible. This has to be my favorite place to get food in the whole state of Virginia. I can't recommend it enough! I also love the option for indoor and outdoor seating. I will come here time after time and it never disappoints! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - I got their brisket and made a joke about how I wish I could take a bath in it because it's so divine - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Redwood Smoke Shack is seriously nothing to underestimate! This BBQ will have you driving across the water just like me to satisfy the void of not having something this delicious in Hampton! The employees work super hard and are very friendly and knowledgeable. When you enter the store front it's kind of jammed because you start at the end of the food line and work your way up to the register! (Kinda cafeteria style) but it works & it's FAST so have just a tiny bit of patience and you'll get through in no time! If you haven't tried their house seasoning on your own home creations, I definitely recommend buying some ! It's unbeatable! Our brisket sandwiches were phenomenal with flavorful sides ! The portions are wonderful and I didn't get a chance to photo the burnt ends (they lasted under 2 mins). A MUST TRY HAMPTON ROADS STEEPLE ! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Restaurant front - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Redwood Smoke Shack is hands-down the best BBQ in the 757! The food is always amazing, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and they never disappoint. must-visit every time! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Sign before it opened in Suffolk - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Brisket was good... it's more of a takeout... they do have a few tables.. I would go back

Having lived in Houston the past 14 years before moving to Virginia, I was pretty excited to hear that there was a Texas style NBQ in the area.. Walked in around 2 in the afternoon and there was a lineup out the door... ordered half a pound of Lean Brisket to go.. and watched as the guy cut up the meats.. I saw that the meat was fatty on the side and asked him if it was lean and he said yes.. not sure if he heard me or not.. typically in Texas, they will slice off all the fat from the side of the brisket before cutting it up.. I get to the cashier and the guy said $30.. they must have gave me a pound of brisket.. which is fine.. I even asked the cashier if it was lean brisket, and he said yes as well.. Sitting in the car, I grabbed a piece of brisket and it was to die for!!! Really moist, juicy, tender, great flavor, but a little too greasy I had to find a napkin to clean my fingers so I can drive .., Got home and realized that there was a lot of fat in the brisket.. Not sure if this is "Normal" for the area.. after trimming off all the fat, I ended up with .23 pounds of discard from my brisket.. not too happy about that. I still gave it 4 stars because the meaty part of the brisket was so good. Will definitely go back for more.... read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Discarded fat from my brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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BBQ at its best. BBQ passion is hot here! The ribs were the best I have ever had--meaty, nice smoke, easy off the bone, and flavorful. The smoke was perfect. All the other meat options were of high standards in BBQ. I especially loved the sausage. The sides were delish- the BBQ beans were amazing. The collards sold out early, so we didn't get to try them. I highly recommend this SHACK to those who appreciate the art of great BBQ and know the difference. The customer service was real, and the atmosphere was everything a great BBQ joint should be. Loved this experience! read more

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This is easily a 5-star review, and I honestly cannot wait to come back again. I didn't get any good pics of the main meal, because as I was getting sauces & napkins, and as my mom was getting drinks, my dad started eating without us, and then we all started eating together. I chose this as my family birthday meal, and I was so eager to bring the 'rents. My mom, dad, and I split the Meat Sweats Sampler Platter (1.5 lbs of Smoked Meats & 2 Regular Sides, Includes Brisket, Ribs, Housemade Sausage, Pulled Pork, Pulled Chicken and 2 sides. $35.90), and it included everything we could ever want or ask for. We got baked beans & Cole slaw as the side and then an additional side of collards. We all left so content (my dad was obviously very full- there was some belt & pant unbuckling immediately in the car afterward), and I loved every single bite! We went on a Thursday around 12:30, and it had a line barely out the door, but we were in line and sitting working about 15 minutes- very speedy! read more

Redwood Smoke Shack - Bananamisu - Barbeque Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

This is my 2nd time coming here. Full disclosure: the first time we had a Yelp event and it was wonderful. I met the owner, the employees, they gave us a ton of food to try. Great. This time we decided to Door Dash a family dinner on a Saturday early evening. I am very disappointed in this particular visit. I didn't want to be, but as a Yelper I have to tell the truth. We ordered the family meal (2lbs of meat, 3 large sides, and 4 buns). This was $83.90 we wanted the brisket as our 2 meats with an upcharge of $13. That is actually $26 extra because we wanted brisket. That was not the problem. We understood this. and we understand food inflation right now. We ordered macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, and baked beans. We were supposed to get 4 buns with our meal. We did not. We received 2 slices of white bread. The second piece was actually a considerably smaller heel piece of the loaf. We also ordered 2 Alabama White sauces and none of this was in the order as well. My daughter, who happens to be 36 weeks pregnant and craving this for dinner was really disappointed. She loves Redwood and used to come here every week when she lived right around the corner from them. Imagine my disappointment when we opened the bag to see so much of our order missing. We called. We talked to the manager on duty. He was nice enough to try to explain how they couldn't do anything because it was a DoorDash order. I get it. It's still wrong. Especially how the total with tax and tip (we still left a good tip, it wasn't DoorDash's fault) was $140! The food was still delicious. I won't take away from that. I was not happy with the mistake, and the fact that they didn't even offer anything to rectify the matter. I always love to support local. In this case of brisket, I will go back to Mission BBQ. read more