Yummm!! You know when you pull up and see a bunch of local pickups it's gonna be good, and this place did not disappoint! We had the sliced brisket and pulled pork sandwiches with cole slaw, mac & cheese, and mashed potatoes. Everything was delicious--we love our BBQ and this spot is legit!! We indulged in the turtle ice cream pie for dessert, and it was great, too. Sit in the back room for a great river view. Highly recommend this spot! read more

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We ate here one afternoon for lunch and it was such a great experience. This family restaurant is a classic roadside bbq joint. The people who run it are so friendly, the food was delicious, and it was full of charm inside. We ate outside in the back overlooking the river and woods. It was really nice to sit back there. Our food was really tasty - especially the brisket and the mac and cheese. The pork shoulder and the chicken were all really memorable as well. We all liked the sweet sauce, but the spicy sauce was good too. Overall, just a perfect place to stop on your way through Bowling Green. Can't wait to eat here again read more

Ok just like salsa everyone has there own thing . Every I go try the brisket first . If had smoke and sufficient flavor . Just me but I would have rather 3 thick pieces , near 1/2 inch that strips like it was gyro or belly . Service was impeccable , I was asked 5 times if I had meen helped . Hot bbq sauce was great and saved it . Again my opinion vinegar salw needed more vinegar. Mac and cheese but again everyone thinks that Mac is the best . I would have preferred more bark , just a tad dry , but I was not asked if o wanted flat or fatty. Overall a salad 3.8 to 4. I'm a BG boy and love food . They could just turn the corner a little and they would be a Michelin Star . read more

Usually stop being about once a week but after today me or my family will not return the man taking my order was arguing with The other employees so bad he couldn't even get my order correct right in front of me I kept having to repeat myself because they was arguing over the top of me that's about one of the rudest things I've ever seen read more

Can you say the word "joint?" This is a great BBQ joint. Look out, Kansas City; this joint has it all working. It has a local feel and walk-up service, which reminds me of Joe's in Kansas City when it was Oklahoma Joe's. The decor is simple, but it has a local flair, a bit of a Vette, a scent. read more

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Tender full of flavor! And the sides are sooo good! Some of the best I've ever ate!

Great BBQ. Good sauces. For me the sides are just okay. I wish they had low carb veggie options. Counter service is good but when the line gets long it can feel rushed. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Indoor space was clean but looks dated. Back dining space had lots of storage items. read more

Ok so we were in BG for an appointment and when asked what the wife wanted she said bbq and we found this on yelp. Decor is what you is very rustic. The service is window service quick and friendly. The food is good size portions. The Ribs I got were little overdone but had a good seasoning the sides we're definitely just ok the Mac and cheese was average and the baked bean were canned and maybe saw a little time on the smoker. Mr wife had pork shoulder and it was smoky but a bit over cooked and she said the mash potatoes were good but nothing to write home about. read more

The service was friendly and very efficient. Order and food ready in minutes. The brisket was so tender and juicy. And the serving was one very full build it yourself sandwich plus some extra brisket for dessert. The sides of baked beans and mashed red potatoes was delicious. Go hungry. I highly recommend the Smokey Pig read more

BBQ was very tender and moist. You place your order through a window. Then asked if you want to leave a tip. Plenty of seating and parking. Very casual atmosphere. There us a front room and a back room with glass windows.. room is covered with old photos of sports cars. read more

I'm going to be that guy. Yes, the contrarian of what the staff and probably what most of the regular diners think is the best thing to eat here. I have to tell you that what I was made to believe by the staff that the one meat that I had to try here was absolutely one of the worst things I've ever had at a BBQ joint. But despite how bad that one meat was that I will tell about later in my review, the rest of it was really good. I always like to start off with the good and positive. When I walked into the Smokey Pig, I was greeted by a very pleasant staff. I asked them if I could have a combo plate. They said they didn't have a combo plate but they would give me anything that I wanted. And that is exactly what they did and they did it in the most money saving way possible and they even threw in a sample of a 3rd meat for me. I also requested every single sauce they had and did not charge me for any of it. I have to tell you that means a lot to me because I'm starting to boycott BBQ joints that charge me for their sauce not made out of gold. The first thing I tried was the three sauces with all the white bread I was given. There are three - a sweet and spicy, a mild tomato type, and I have no idea how to describe the hot. The sweet and spicy and the mild were phenomenal. The hot might have been more like a broth with some spices and the closest thing to an au jus. But it was pretty hot. I didn't use it. The ribs I got on the side were phenomenal! They were easy to chew and were lathered in sauce. If I ever come back, this is the meat I'm getting. The sample I was given was the brisket. The brisket was ok but was far better from the worst. My sides were potato salad and mayo slaw. Both were creamy and tangy. My tea was refreshingly sweet. The one meat that I had to absolutely try according to the staff was the pork shoulder. If you are the owner or manager, I am so sorry for what I am about to say. The pork shoulder was one of the worst things I've ever had in a BBQ joint. It was a thinly sliced pork steak and it was inedible. I was unable to chew it because it was so tough and I couldn't cut it. It was closer to bacon and jerky than pork. I can't believe it was recommended to me to eat. How could a piece of meat that bad be recommended to me when the ribs were elite and the brisket was just better? The place was packed so I know people have to eat it but out of the 300 something BBQ joints I have reviewed on Yelp, the pork shoulder was among the worst things I've ever had on my plate. I absolutely could not eat it and it was more for the fact it was so hard to chew and eat. I really thought about giving Smokey Pig a lower rating but the fact of the matter is that the service was outstanding and everything else but the pork shoulder was really good. For that reason, I gave it a 4. But man, someone robbed me of the joy of eating pork after this one. read more

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This is the place for bbq. Brisket was perfect. Pulled pork was awesome. Really liked the Mac n cheese.

Great BBQ! We were in the area to visit the National Corvette Museum and decided on having Smokey Pig Bar-B Q for lunch. What a great find! We had the beef brisket plate and half-chicken plate. Both were great. The chicken had some heat to it as my wife asked for it dipped. The sides are fantastic. It's certainly worth trying out. read more

We have been through Bowling Green a couple of times and missed them being open but stopped in today. We were a little worried that the smokers were billowing ugly white smoke but we were encouraged by a busy parking lot. Sadly, that wasn't a good sign of what was to come. Service: this is bare bones and quick paced so order and get out of the window so they can help the next person. It was cleanish but showing its age. Food: my husband got pulled pork plate and baked beans with chips. I got brisket sandwich with Mac and cheese and red skin mashed potatoes. Here is the breakdown: Pulled pork - it was sweet with some hints of seasoning but no smoke taste. And it was more like a boiled wet pork than a smoked pork. Baked beans: these were canned with some pepper Lays BBQ chips: best thing on the menu Brisket Sandwich: super dry brisket with some smoke flavor. Max and cheese: talk about velveeta with a large dose of salt. Nothing homemade about this. It was gross. Red Skinned potatoes: why were these sweet?? Why?? Overall - super disappointed read more

Drove out here at 1 PM this afternoon for their half a chicken dinner, and was told at 1 o'clock in the afternoon that they were all out of half chickens. They could do chicken breast but I don't want chicken breast. So we left and went to Mission barbecue and I think that's where we'll go from now on. Too bad I really like the chicken here but how can you be out of chicken at 1 o'clock in the afternoon? read more

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I trusted Yelp, but it missed the mark for me, compared to BBQ I've had elsewhere. The spot is small and family operated, which I liked. The menu is set up in the parking lot across from the order window. You have to know it's there or you'll miss it. Everything is cooked and ready to serve, so that gets the orders out fast, but how you store your BBQ defines the customer experience. This area needs improvement. Anyway, the mashed potatoes were the best item we had. Baked beans were good, but seemed like something out of a can. Mac-n-cheese was good. Pork chops were dry and brisket were dry and lacked the flavor expected from BBQ. Ribs were ok, but country style instead of baby back or spare ribs. The sauce is the key. The BBQ sauce was good, so I suggest putting it on the meats. I suspect that is what others do, which would explain the 4 and 5 star reviews. When we left, there was a line and a few tables outside filled up, so they are popular. The Yelp page only listed pork shoulder, 3 different ways, as the popular items. I should have tried that instead. read more

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Some of the best BBQ we've had! Hole in the wall shack... smell that smoke! We had the brisket plate, with mac and cheese and mashed potatoes. I'm typing as I eat. Brisket is super tender and awesome! Back to eating read more

The food is GREAT! the value for what you pay for is beyond exceptional! Always busy... there's a reason for it! read more

Loved the pork shoulder and brisket- could eat here once a week! They get you your meal out quick, and you can sit out side on a ridge above the river, or inside with huge windows showing you the forested river banks below. I can't wait to go back! read more

Amazing BBQ, especially the sliced pork plate, twice dipped. Service was friendly and prompt. Highly recommend!

Service: We arrived around noon on a Saturday, so it was pretty busy, but they kept the line moving so it wasn't too long of a wait. Think of it more like a fast-food wait time and less like a sit-down restaurant wait time. Staff was kind. Food: I ate the brisket. It was good, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. Probably would have been better with bbq sauce. I enjoyed the sides. My husband ate the double dipped pork shoulder which is spicy. He did not think it was too spicy but he likes spicy foods. He liked it but also wouldn't go out of his way for it. Seating: There is seating indoors if you would like. I found it a little chilly. We went outside and found some wooden picnic tables instead. There were a few large bees flying around, but they didn't bother me. read more

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Smokey Pig is an excellent barbecue joint in Bowling Green, Kentucky. I've been to the restaurant a few times, and it's been a great experience every time. It's definitely not a sit-down or "fine dining" experience, but the quality of the food and service are so excellent that beats out many of the more upscale barbecue restaurants I've been to. The menu offers most of the standard items you'd expect at a barbecue place, and it's a great value for money as well. The portions are pretty massive, so come hungry! The real secret sauce of The Smokey Pig is literally in their sauce. Specifically, I'm talking about their hottest hot sauce. I believe it's vinegar based, and will absolutely light your mouth on fire! They offer a myriad of sides, including a couple of coleslaw options, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, etc. Keto/ Low Carb folks: I'd recommend getting the pulled pork plate, with both variants of coleslaw so you can try it out and see what you like! read more

Smokey Pig Bar-B Q - Large Pulled Pork Sandwich and sides of mayo slaw and vinegar slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

Fantastic food! Super casual, order when you walk in, fast service & if you don't see your fork...it's in with your bread! Our first time here & we will be back. I had the pulled pork sandwich & my husband had the half chicken. Both were great! read more

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Terrible I didn't even eat it going somewhere else for lunch this was precut rubbery meat read more

Smokey Pig Bar-B Q - what you see is what I ate my wife didn't even eat we paid and are leaving to eat lunch elsewhere. - Barbeque Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

Brisket was just a bit too dry to be worth eating, and the pork ribs, which could have saved the meal, weren't quite enough. Sides were the epitome of generic execution. Nothing was bad, but absolutely nothing memorable or even particularly good about any of the four-- coleslaw, potato salad, mac and cheese, or the super-generic baked beans. I don't mean to knock this place too much, but this is the south, with really good BBQ joints on almost every corner. As hyped as this one is, I expected better. read more

Smokey Pig Bar-B Q - Brisket plate. - Barbeque Near Me - Bowling Green, Kentucky

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Assholes that overcharge for dry bbq. It smelt good driving past, don't know how they ruin it before it gets your plate. Super dry, not flavorful and I think next time I'll go for the local gas station BBQ. read more

This is a BG staple and if you don't like it then I worry there might be something wrong with your buds. Everything's good and if you like it spicy, then ask for it double or triple dipped. As my dear friend Chris Beckley would say, "it makes my eyebrows sweat". read more

Was this the best BBQ I've ever had? No, but the customer service was so great that I wanted to come on here and tell you about it. We came in at 4:45 when they close at 5. They told us they plan on cleaning up and we could stay as long as we need to. Then they asked us if everything was good, asked if we needed refills, and made sure that we were taken care of. Food came out very quickly and everything was clean. read more

Great little local spot. Great meat and sauce. My group loved everything we had. Be sure and get there early, because it is a busy place!

This is the place that never disappoints! Most restaurants you occasionally get a bad meal. Never at the Pig! I swear this place is the best family mom and pop food place in BG maybe in KY! Best flavor pulled pork, but if you ain't had the shoulder then you ain't livin!!! I'd post a picture but it was gone before I could think to get my phone out! You wanna cure your youngins from their whats'n snappy gram n tweeter then bring 'em down. They'll drop that phone and never look back. read more

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They have good pulled pork, and shoulder. Everything else is eh... Store bought potato salad is the same everywhere.

The Bar B Q was amazingly, the meat was tender and flavorful, the staff was every bit of Southern sweet charming and made you feel right at home. I have had Bar B q across the states and this one goes on my top 5 favorites. I got the family meal only thing I wish is that with such great tasting food for the cost that the portions were larger to be a family meal read more

I cannot recommend this place enough. We have been going here FOREVER and everything we have tried is DELICIOUS. My personal favorite is the Mac and cheese (it's actually my favorite in Bowling Green). The people working here always know their stuff and are good at taking care of every customer quickly, even if you have a million questions. It's a typical BBQ joint, so fairly packed and very on theme decor, but I've never had an issue when we sat in. Our favorite thing to do is order the family pack and take it home, though! read more

Just driving through and decided to stop here. Place was doing a steady business even at 2:30 in the afternoon. We had the pulled pork with baked beans and vinegar slaw. Food was great! My husband especially enjoyed the slaw. Service was great too. read more

Normally we love a good hole in the wall. Save yourself the stop. Disappointing BBQ. Reminded me of something bought premade at a grocery store that you reheat. Vinegar slaw and baked beans were ok. Best thing we had was the sweet tea. Service was quick. read more

I do not know how this got this amount of stars . I travel country and try every BBQ place there is where we I'm at . This was HORRIBLE . ...Brisket terrible and the sauce too sides werent good either ....terrible read more

Smokey Pig is the epitome of hole-in-the-wall greatness! These are a few expectations that need to be set before you go: This is Monroe County style BBQ. This means: Don't go for the pulled pork, chops, brisket, or ribs. They are good but not where this place shines. Do go for the shoulder slices or smoked half chicken. Make sure you get it sprinkled (mild), dipped (med/hot), or double dipped (hot/extra hot). If you don't want the dipping sauce then don't bother to go (seriously). Don't be afraid to eat your shoulder slice or smoked chicken with your hands. It's just easier and you're going to get it all over your hands anyway. Be sure to get mashed potatoes so you can mix in some of your extra dipping sauce. It's awesome, trust me. If you dine in, sit in the back room by a window. You'll have a relaxing view of the river while you enjoy lunch. Finally, get sweet tea. Seriously, you're in a southern BBQ joint. Don't get a soda. read more

Darn great BBQ. Service is darn great. Ambience is darn great too. What a pleasure to eat local.

Good food fast service. Had the shoulder, chicken,and pulled pork all great. They do sell out quickly on Tuesday because they are closed Sunday and Monday. Highly recommend read more

Everything was great, but my husband finally found moist brisket that wasn't over cooked.