Stottlemyer's Smokehouse open-air BBQ is a must if you're in Sarasota and in the mood for BBQ and…read moremusic. Our waitress took the time to make sure every guest was well taken care of. We always had plenty of attention when needing to order and drinks always filled. The Jalapeño Poppers were jaw-dropping amazing and the Brisket Nachos plate was delicious and large enough for two. Well Recommended! I'm hoping to get a chance to try more BBQ.

Very interesting place with a spacious rustic appearance, good bands, & decent food. We sat at the…read morebar as we wanted to see the music. We had a few drinks (they give a GREAT pour of wine) & ordered food. We started with the stuffed jalapeños which were very tasty. We then both got the fried chicken - I got white meat & my husband got dark. I chose collard greens & a side salad for my sides. Everything was excellent - the chicken was so moist & came off the bone clean. You can tell this place knows what they are doing in terms of food. Collard greens were not salty like they normally are at other places. Would definitely come back again & perhaps try their BBQ next time! Get there early for bands, the place really fills up fast!

Mission BBQ is great "fast-food" bbq. The food is always super fresh, the workers are extremely…read morefriendly, and the service is wonderful. The restaurant is all about honoring veterans, and pictures/patches on the walls are all donated from local veterans (or their families). Any first responder or veteran gets a discount or treat! The NC Style pulled pork sandwich is a pulled pork sandwich with Cole slaw on top. This is my go-to, especially because the sweetness of the Cole slaw blends perfectly with the pulled pork and bbq sauce (that I put on it). Plus, it seems like a great deal because you're essentially getting a "side" with the sandwich. The brisket comes moist (more fatty) or lean (less fatty) depending on what you prefer. Either one is super juicy and delicious. No matter what time of year, the cobbler is amazing. They change cobbler flavors but ALL of them are delightful.

Great experience! My first time was five months ago in Pennsylvania and everyone was very nice,…read moreespecially when I let him know it was my first time. I think to this location and everyone was just as nice from the front counter to the staff that comes injects on you while you're eating. Food was excellent quality, dining room was very clean, and can't wait to come back again!

ribs and brisket are 10/10, greens are 10/10, mac and cheese 8/10, cornbread 10/10, no notes! would…read moredefinitely come again and the staff was sweet!

This was a great find. Working smokers outside gave the place that authentic BBQ feel, picnic…read moretables outside, more seating inside, wonderful service. This is what a BBQ joint should be. We even got to chat with Eddie the Pitmaster for a couple of minutes, he is the real deal. I love BBQ and to me, there is no such thing as bad BBQ. That said, this was super good. I tried their Beef Brisket Platter and part of their The Pig Mac. With Manny the humanoid pig looking on, we dove in. The brisket was flavorful, no sauce needed. There was plenty of fat and plenty of slices. For my two sides I tried their coleslaw, which was fine, and their cucumber salad. I'm a big flavor guy and love cucumber slices soaked in vinegar. After we had ordered our food another customer stopped by our table and praised their The Pig Mac so much, we added it to our order. What a great recommendation. It is a sandwich with a cheesy patty of mac n' cheese, pulled pork on the side. We even got another side and tried their potato salad made with both white and sweet potatoes. I liked the thinking outside the box potato salad. The pulled pork, like the brisket, stood very well on its own without sauce. The pork topping the cheesy patty just worked so well. We will be back.

If you want the perfect yet some simple barbecue this is the place. The most amazing and genuine…read moreservice before getting the holy grail of Barbecue. The ribs fall off the bone while the brisket ribs when you simply just pick it up. Oh and that Mac and Cheese, words can't describe how good it is. Can't skip out on the potato salad too! Anytime you're in sarasota, this place has to been on the list!

We were sitting around talking about something sweet. We all had a sweet tooth and was hungry at…read morethe same time. Then somebody brought up sweet potato pie. Why did they say that? Now normally on August you can't really find a good sweet potato pie but low and behold my people told me about this place. I am not from Sarasota so I didn't know the gem they had down the road. Literally. So what did we do? Call them. How many lies do you have? I have three left. Hold them I'm on my way. Now once my friend for there she decided to buy some barbecue too. So we could snack but the main objective today was pie. She scooped up some brisket sandwiches and some ribs too. When she walked in the house and gave me my own individual pie I'm thinking it's just a slice. Nope it's an individual deep dish pie for one person. Did I say deep dish? Oh yes God! The crust was not store bought. It had a heavy presence of butter, it was flaky and it was also slight sweet. I could have ate the pie crust all by itself. The taste omg just the right texture. It was heavy, not loose. Sweet but not overpowering the sweet potato. Just the right amount of butter, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. Jesus my friend can't never come visit Atlanta without bringing me at least two of these pies. I couldn't eat it all at one time either. So not sleep on these pies. Oh and there were no strings either. The barbecue was dry rub and some of the best I have ever had. I wish I had more of it but again it was a snack and not the focus. Best believe I will have me another pie.

Just plain awesome! Best burger ever! And awesome barbecue. You have to give this place a try!read more

Dear Mouthole Smashburger & BBQ,…read more I'd like to file a formal complaint. First, your food is entirely too delicious. Every time we come here, we leave happy, full, and already planning our next visit. That's suspicious behavior. Second, the staff is ridiculously friendly. I was expecting the standard "here's your food" interaction, but instead we were greeted by genuinely welcoming people who seem to enjoy what they do. Again, suspicious. Tonight's offender was the patty melt. It was juicy, flavorful, and downright disrespectful to every mediocre sandwich I've ever eaten. I may never look at another patty melt the same way. As for my two biggest complaints: You're not closer to my house. You're not open every day. Frankly, I find both of these decisions deeply inconvenient for my burger addiction. All jokes aside, I have yet to find a single thing to complain about. Great food, awesome people, and a place that never disappoints. Mouthole Smashburger & BBQ has officially become one of our favorite spots. Keep smashing burgers and ruining all other burgers for the rest of us. We'll be back soon.

Have you been to Bulgogi House? You should! This so authentic and cute Korean restaurant offers…read moreKorean dishes from sides, dishes, and even all you can eat options. My first experience was on a Friday night at around 9pm, and they were busy! Once you walk in there is a self serve hostess stand to check in. The ambiance is casual and cozy. My favorite part of this restaurant is their grills at your table. I love to grill table side! The bulgogi and banchan comes out quickly! See my photos for a preview. It's the service and the food which makes this restaurant a five star for me. Check it out!

We visited at 5:30 on a Friday night and were impressed right away by how fast the service was. Our…read moreside dishes came out at the same time the server took our order, which set the tone for a smooth and efficient dining experience. They heated up the table stove and let us grill the beef ourselves, which we enjoy because we are able to cook it exactly how we liked it. Everything tasted fresh, and the flavors were delicious and well balanced. Our server kept the side dishes refilled quickly, so we never had to wait for anything. The atmosphere is Asian contemporary and really inviting, and the separated booth seating adds a nice sense of privacy. It would also be a great setup for a group or party. If you're a fan of Korean barbecue, this restaurant will not disappoint.

This place is great! Amazing choices , 14 different marinated chicken breasts. They use a barrel…read moresized tumbler that helps fold in the ingredients and marinade incorporated in the wings, breast and steaks. Definitely a hidden gem on Bee Ridge in Sarasota Fl. Also, the people working here love there job, it shows when you love what you do. Super nice people. By the way these breast are huge! Bacon wrapped sea scallops, awesome! Another fav is the tenderloin filets are so choice. If you want the best filet you're ever going to eat. Visit Southern Steer Butcher. You are going to love the food and the service. It's like cheers, they know me. All the best!

We've been regulars at this place for a few years now, and we've never been disappointed. The…read moremarinated chicken and beef are absolutely delicious, and they always have the freshest and most delicious beef jerky from Buccees (same source). The mac and cheese is the best I've ever had, and the beef bacon is fantastic. The twice-baked potatoes are also delicious. I'm a big fan of the ribeyes and ground beef. Megan is a fantastic person, and I always enjoy catching up with her. I'm happy to support this family-owned small business in Sarasota. Shay is a good dude.

Smoqehouse was our choice for an early dinner. It is a small place along Gulf Dr, yet easy to spot…read morewith its bull and its black and white look. They have a few picnic tables out front and more seating inside. We got a parking spot no problem and went inside. It is an order at the counter place with a dark wood feel. This is not your typical BBQ place, their website describes their restaurant as fast casual + BBQ fusion. Many traditional BBQ items such as ribs and baked beans are not on the menu, yet they offer other items like a Cuban sandwich. I went BBQish and ordered their Double Brisket Burger, and Canadian with a large order of Poutine. I recommend checking out the menu before you go the first time just to make sure you see something you want. My brisket burger was very tender and easy to eat. I liked it even though the caramelized onion added a burnt taste. It was a lot of food. The flavor of the poutine was subtle, and was a lot of fries. High marks on their Cuban sandwich from my dinner companion. I liked the place, liked the people, liked the other customers who we chatted with. We are local but seldom make it out to the beach so nice vacation vibes rubbed off on us as well. We left full and happy.

Gentleman taking order to go was terrific, engaged in conversation with me while very politely…read moretaking the order. Had the brisket burger and loaded chips. Brisket burger was good, a bit greasy, but flavor was ok. The loaded chips were definitely different. Chips were a barbecue flavor, smothered in blue cheese dressing and large chunks of blue cheese. The blue cheese was the best part. Chips not that great. The inside is rustic, a few tables and chairs with picnic tables with umbrellas out in front.