This is a GREAT BBQ establishment. Well done decor and amply space inside…read more The service was top notch. Our server was in top of everything and never had to ask or wait for anything. The house made sausage is one of the best over ever had. Coleslaw was good and nothing to complain about. It was average as you would expect. The Inca were on point! Kind of pricy for a half lb. of wings (5). The smoked turkey was the BEST I've ever had!!!! It was !!!!! A definite must return for me!!!

I've been to Noble Smoke several times and it's always a solid experience. The staff is friendly,…read morethe atmosphere is great, and it's a good spot for larger groups. One thing that still surprises me though: no baked beans on the menu. For a BBQ spot, that feels a little unusual. The proteins are good and consistent, but the sides are where things fall short for me. The mac and cheese in particular is pretty disappointing, which is tough because good sides can really elevate a BBQ meal. I'll still keep coming back because the overall vibe and service are great. That said, if we're talking about the BBQ crown in Charlotte, Midwood Smokehouse still holds that title for me. If the sides improved a bit, this place could easily move up a star for me.

Large portions and the great BBQ you expect in NC. I found this spot while driving down I-85 in…read moreConcord. Pros Helpful and nice staff Plenty of food options and combos Various seating options (indoor and outdoor) Great tasting foods Several sauces available to make the BBQ your own Clean restrooms Cons Parking is difficult Expensive. I spent $100 on 3 orders

This meal was phenomenal. The food was delicious. The…read moreportions were more than fair. And the flavors were rich. I can't speak to the ambiance or service because we did take out. But the order was ready on time and 100% accurate. Which is all that you can ask for with take out when you're super hungry.

After striking out at two other BBQ spots on a Saturday night, I landed at Mac's Speed Shop around…read more8:30 p.m. and ended up having a surprisingly enjoyable experience. Mac's sits in the heart of South End and shares the neighborhood with several busy bars and nightlife spots. Parking can be a bit of an adventure, but they do have dedicated lots nearby. Once you're there, the setup is great: a large dining room, plenty of picnic-table patio seating, and my favorite option--a seat at the outdoor bar where the inside bar opens through a service window to the patio. The bartender, Alyssa, was fantastic. Friendly, knowledgeable, and patient while I stared at the giant menu trying to figure out what I wanted. When I asked for recommendations, she immediately suggested the burnt ends, BBQ baked beans, and Mexican street corn. Excellent call. The blackberry seasonal hard cider she recommended was delicious and paired beautifully with the meal. My only surprise was the price. At nearly $9, it was more than I expected for a cider, and I wish I had asked beforehand. The burnt ends arrived with bright pickled red onions that added the perfect acidic balance. The flavor was excellent--smoky, rich, and satisfying. That said, they leaned heavily toward the fatty side. The deeper I got into the serving, the more rendered fat I encountered compared to meat. Delicious? Yes. Light? Absolutely not. The BBQ baked beans were exactly what you want from a barbecue joint. The Mexican street corn was a standout and a refreshing contrast to all the richness. My only critique was that the burnt ends weren't served quite as hot as I would have liked, and by the end of the meal, the richness became overwhelming. That's probably more on me for ordering burnt ends at 9 p.m. than on Mac's. The final bill came to about $37 before tip, which felt a little steep for a solo barbecue dinner and cider. Looking back, I'd probably visit during lunch. Their weekday lunch specials around $10 look like one of the best values in South End. Would I come back? Absolutely. The service was warm, the recommendations were spot on, the atmosphere was relaxed, and the food delivered exactly what a barbecue craving calls for. Next time, I'll arrive earlier, bring a bigger appetite, and maybe save the burnt ends for lunchtime. Life is too short not to eat well, Charlotte. If you're exploring South End and craving barbecue, Mac's Speed Shop is worth a stop.

Meh. When you need…read moreto be aggressive with a knife to get thru a rack of ribs, things aren't great. They didn't promise "fall off the bone" so I can't expect that, but most places I get ribs they just tear apart. This took work, and the mass of BBQ sauce slathered on makes the surgery a mess. So, that was a bummer. The tots lack creativity or any sort of seasoning which seems like an easy upgrade and a crowd pleaser. Oh well. Maybe I got there in a bad day, but if this is standard then I can't see not going to Noble Smoke next time I need ribs.

Used door dash. The pulled pork & brisket were excellent. Was ready within a few mins and was…read moredelivered quickly. Highly recommend.

Came to Sweet Lew's after seeing it on Top Chef! The three…read moreof us visited for the first time. Restaurant was nice casual vibe with both indoor/outdoor seating. Serving sizes were generous. Loved the ribs, collards, hush puppies, and Mac & cheese. Great flavor and good Southern recipes. Sweet Lew's is definitely worth a visit when you're in Charlotte!

Out of town visiting friends and we got take out and it was great. I almost ate all the potato…read moresalad by myself!! When we com back down we will be back.

We were so excited to find this barbecue place in Rock Hill! It is a super cute little spot where…read moreyou can stop in for some yummy comfort food. The night we went they were not very busy and the service was pretty good. We did wait a long time for the food. I ordered the barbecue sandwich with colored greens and it was delicious! My daughter also ordered a barbecue sandwich with mac & cheese. The barbecue sandwiches are also served with slaw. Everything had really good flavor and tasted great. My non-barbecue eating child ordered chicken fingers and french fries. The portions were all pretty good sized and everything was served hot! We were all pretty impressed with our dinner and will definitely be back when in Rock Hill.

Solid work! The wings were the best among the items I tried soy garlic seasoning. Sriracha popcorn…read morechicken was enjoyable, and classic bulgogi burger too but nothing crazy. About 3 entrees and 2 special k-pop cocktails to share for 2 people coming down to $75ish. The server was exceptional, my compliments for the warmth and welcome. The ambiance was cozy and orange-lit with TVs for sports.

Fries and bang bang shrimp were awesome. I will be back for that. The nachos size was enough to…read morefeed 2 to 4 people. The staff was super nice. But the beef for both the nachos and burger could be better. The burger wasn't ground beef, but pieces of meat put together. It just felt weird as I ate it. The nachos had some perfectly melted in your mouth beef. But we tasted no bulgogi. And there were large pieces of fat with some meat pieces.

The brisket is divine Barria tacos can avoid the salt…read more Drunken Beans done well Sweet potato fries being offered A+ Actually all the sides being offered= Great options but I avoid those greens. The pot liquor on the collard greens is done right but they don't cook them down long enough, FOR ME, or offer a mix (e.g. add some turnip and/or mustard greens in there). The other meats are just okay but service+ brisket and packaging that helps make this long, out of the way trip worth it because I made it back to University area and everything remained hot. You can order online via Toast tab (I think) but I enjoy restaurants that go to known platforms so I don't have whip out a card and pay when it's already on file. P.S. those burnt ends are beef and they're super salty. I want to enjoy them with less sodium. We are aging now so I don't need to add to contributing factors for stroke and heart disease via salt because I'm not giving up on good Que and you'll get that here.

This was my third time trying the brisket cheesesteak and I can confidently say it's the best…read morecheesesteak I've had. It's absolutely loaded with meat -- not skimpy at all -- and the flavor is unreal. The brisket is tender, juicy, and packed with that smoky richness you expect, but elevated. The caramelized onions take it to another level. They add the perfect touch of sweetness that balances the savory brisket so well. And the bread? Perfect choice. It pairs beautifully with the meat and somehow doesn't get soggy, even with how juicy everything is. One thing I really love is that it comes wrapped in foil, and you could easily reheat it right in that same foil without losing quality. It holds up that well. Honestly, if they ever made brisket cheesesteak fries -- like this same brisket and toppings over crispy fries -- it would be an instant hit and such a great appetizer option. Third time trying it and it's just as amazing as the first. Definitely a must-order.

We brought the whole family out today and left completely blown away. This place is the real deal…read more no shortcuts, no gimmicks, just serious barbecue done right. Chill vibe inside. We went all in on the meats: smoked chicken salad, spareribs, pulled chicken, Carolina-style pork, and BBQ brisket. Every single protein was fall-off-the-bone tender with that perfect smoke ring and deep, layered flavor you can only get from a pit master who actually knows what they're doing. The brisket deserves its own paragraph buttery, juicy, and sliced just right. The sides are not an afterthought here, and that alone sets this place apart. Cheddar cornbread muffins are no joke. mac and cheese was rich and creamy, the baked potato was loaded and generous, and the onion rings had a satisfying crunch. The baked beans had that slow-cooked depth, the collard greens were perfectly seasoned, and the coleslaw was crisp and refreshing ,a great palate cleanser between bites. And then there was the brisket chili. Smoky, hearty, and packed with chunks of real brisket , it's the kind of bowl that makes you wish you saved more room. Everything came out flavorful and cooked with obvious care and pride. the quality was consistent across the board, and the whole family left happy and stuffed. This is the kind of BBQ spot you tell your friends about and then bring them to the following weekend. Absolutely coming back.

Baby Back Ribs (4/5): I just really like ribs so I liked these, but they weren't anything special…read more Maybe a step up from Chili's. Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage (4/5): Good flavor but very dry and not juicy at all. Maybe a little too salty as well. Collard Greens (4/5): Pretty solid. Meat bits were mostly the bad parts though so that was a little unappetizing. Fries (3/5): Not crispy enough. Mac n Cheese (3/5): Flavor was there but the texture was very mushy. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)