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    A great spot for the whole family. We loved playing corn hole and darts. Friendly staff and great service!

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    The food and drinks were average at best and over-priced. Service was awful. Beware of higher-priced items wrongly charged on the bill.

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    Stateline Road Smokehouse - Baby Back Ribs (1/2 rack-$24), Dino Beef Rib ($40), Brisket (1/2 lb-$18), Burnt Ends (S-$12), Curly Fries (S-$8), Beans + Greens (S-$8)

    Stateline Road Smokehouse

    4.4(351 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    TLDR: Best BBQ in Napa, hands down. Brisket and burnt ends…read moreare killer, mac n cheese surprised me, the owners are absolute gems, and the space is gorgeous. Cornbread and sauces missed the mark for me, but the meat more than made up for it. Definitely going back! The full story: Finally! A BBQ joint that knows how to season meat! Stateline Road Smokehouse in Napa is the spot. We rolled in on Mother's Day and got hit with a line almost out the door -- always a good sign! Turned out the wait wasn't bad though, because they've got a slick assembly line going. I watched the girl slicing my brisket right next to the order-taker, then just followed my tray as it moved down the line. The space is gorgeous -- big, bright, and airy, with clear garage doors and windows across the front and a domed ceiling overhead. We ordered the brisket, burnt ends, BBQ chicken, mac n cheese, and hot water cornbread. Plates come with their house-made pickles, onions, and peppers. They even have stuff for non-carnivores -- the Cherry Wood-smoked Maitake & Greens (maitake mushrooms, lettuce, heirloom rice, marinated garbanzo beans, lemon vinaigrette) and the 18th & Vine Grain Bowl (barley, quinoa, sweet potato, arugula, parsnip, saffron egg, pickled onion, burnt orange vinaigrette) both looked fantastic. Maybe I'll grab one next time -- right next to a pile of brisket! On the drink side they've got wines by the glass, boozy slushies, draft beer, and batch cocktails. We stuck with water this round. Prices were a notch above what I'm used to in Sacramento, but for Napa they felt totally fair -- especially since this is probably the best BBQ around. The brisket was a steal at $19 for a half pound. The chicken at the same price for a half bird felt a bit steep, but I could be off on what's normal up there. The brisket was seasoned beautifully from the very first bite -- smoked to perfection, fall-apart tender. No knife needed. The burnt ends were my favorite of the whole spread. They had a splash of sauce on them but it wasn't needed -- those rubs hold their own. The BBQ chicken had a totally different vibe -- hard to describe, but it gave off Asian-influenced flavors. Solid on its own, but pairing it with the brisket and burnt ends was a misfire. The flavors just didn't play nice together. The mac n cheese was great. It wasn't baked, but it also wasn't mushy or overcooked like most places -- the noodles still had bite and the cheese was flavorful. Sadly, the cornbread was the weak link. A little dry, kinda bland, and not as thick as I like. About the size of a thin 6" pancake -- not really worth the price. The other miss for me was the BBQ sauces. Just not my thing flavor-wise. To be fair though, the owner built his whole business on those sauces and apparently ships them out by the pallet, so plenty of people clearly love them! It was awesome seeing Darryl Bell, the owner, back in the kitchen working his magic -- and get this, he's reportedly the first Black restaurateur in Napa since the 1800s! That made the warm welcome hit even harder. Even with the rush going on, he popped out to snap a picture with us and thank us for coming in. His business partner Jeremy was also working the floor, checking in on every table, and he stuck around to talk us up about Darryl's BBQ skills and how their partnership came together. Then during a lull, Darryl came back out and gave us the whole tour -- the cultural and historical design choices throughout the space (the building used to be a Quonset hut, which explains that cool domed ceiling) plus the murals on the back patio. Dinner AND a show! Wishing these guys all the best. Can't wait to get back and work through more of the menu.

    Everything we ordered was incredibly dry. It appeared that it had been left on the grill for an…read moreextended period, resulting in a dark, charred, and parched texture. The cornbread was a complete disappointment. The hamachi, however, was a refreshing exception, as it seemed freshly grilled. The moment I pierced the ribs with my knife, I knew they were dry. Despite my hunger from the wine tasting, the experience was so disappointing that we had to rush to another establishment to relieve my disappointment. On a positive note, the servers were incredibly friendly and warm.

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    Biscuits BBQ - 1/2 Rack Ribs w/ spicy bbq, honey mustard & blueberry habanero ($19) + Biscuits w/ truffle honey butter & smoked apple butter (2 pc-$10)

    Biscuits BBQ

    4.6(108 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    I was in the area and Biscuits BBQ popped up on my list of nearby spots. I almost stopped at the…read morepizza place next door, and I'm glad I didn't. If I lived nearby, I would be a regular. The restaurant is small, with a handful of tables inside and a few out front, but it has a rustic, comfortable feel. The employees were especially welcoming. They chatted with us, asked where we were from, and even wanted to know if we had a favorite BBQ place back home. While talking with them, I got the sense that they put a lot of thought into their food. They had three distinct sauces, and everything felt genuine rather than forced. I had heard about Alabama white BBQ sauce before but had never tried it, so ordering the Bama Chicken Sandwich was an easy decision. My partner got the ribs, and we shared a side of potato salad. The Bama Chicken Sandwich was a hit with both of us. The ribs were also excellent: tender, moist, and full of flavor. I've had a lot of BBQ over the years, and this was definitely some of the best. Great food, friendly people, and a place I'd happily return to.

    Tucked away from all the fancy restaurants, this small restaurant is worth a try. It was my first…read moretime trying this BBQ spot and I was very impressed with the food. I ordered 2 platters ($30 each) which came with a little bit of everything: 1 pork rib, pulled pork, tri-tip, a biscuit, mac n cheese, and banana pudding. You can also choose different bbq sauces from tangy to mild. I personally liked the red wine bbq sauce. I thought the berry one was super spicy. Pulled Pork: Delicious! I loved how they topped it off with fried onions. 10/10 Tri-tip: Was ok. I didn't taste the smokiness. 5/10 Pork Rib: One rib just isn't enough! 9/10 Mac n Cheese: The pasta was a little overcooked but overall tasty. 6/10 Banana pudding: Delicious. 10/10 Overall, the service was great from the beginning to the end. The woman working the register was very friendly and welcoming. It's a small space with few dining tables, and saddle seats, but a very comfortable, giving a homely feel. Definitely worth another trip!

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    Stanly Lane Smokehouse

    4.0(200 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    The name is Smokehouse and yelp description is barbecue so I was expecting bbq food like ribs,…read morepulled pork etc. Instead it's a large place with large tables and towards the back a counter to order sandwich. Few fridge with drinks and very limited amount of sides: green salad, coleslaw etc. I got the coleslaw and it's not bad at all. The sandwich I ordered: reuben, was okay. Too think I think but the flavor was there . Small pumpkin patch was right outside when we visited so parking was limited.

    Stanley Lane Smokehouse Deli is a family owned and operated business that opened in 2015! This…read morecounter service restaurant has a store located inside to grab a variety of snacks, drinks and even fresh baked treats to add to your meal! Their outdoor dining area is very spacious with lots of picnic tables and not to mention pet friendly, we brought our goldendoodle Midnight! Did I mention customer service is fantastic!? Sweet staff! What our family of 4 ordered: Just Ice Tea Organic Moroccan Mint Green Tea, addicting Kettle Brand Potato Chips, Bacon Cheddar Potato Salad, Coleslaw, fall off the bone St. Louis Style Ribs, flavorful Pulled Pork, classic Kid's Grilled Cheese, Kid's PB & J & finished it off with a delicious, freshly baked Macadamia Nut Cookie! Glad we discovered this place driving through Napa Valley, because my family gives them a 5/5! We'll be returning to try more, I heard great things about their meaty sandwiches! And since we came just before closing, we missed out on their brisket! SYOY! :-) *Song Credit: Lazy weekend by AI music

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