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    Wood Shop BBQ

    4.4 (821 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Smoked Chicken Sandwich Beef Ribs (Per Pound) pickles Mac and cheese balls beans
    Wennie H.

    My girl has been raving about wood shop for a long time and since they do trivia, it just made sense. The line was long when we stopped in but it moves...semi quickly, folks just wanna chat which is a positive sign for service here. Space is huge, tons of outdoor seating too. Bathroom is clean! Food takes a bit but not unbearably long. We ordered the fried mac and cheese balls (came out piping hot with ranch), pit beans (so good and a smidge spicy), tons of pickles (she loved it, I'm not a big tart person), chicken sandwich (I thought this was so good, bit on the tough side but seasoned well) and 1/2lb brisket (ordered lean but came out way fatty, still tasted good). Overall, it was good- expensive for what it is but I did live in Texas and was recently in Nashville...so it didn't quite hit the bbq mark for me but it was yummy.

    Smoked Chicken (Per Pound) and Smoked Jalapeno Mac and Cheese
    Ryan T.

    First time today and it was a beautiful day for it. We got in an hour after they opened so while there was a short line it moved quickly and there was plenty of seating. I had the 1/2 chicken with a side of the jalapeño mac n cheese. Lately I've been more into the chicken at BBQ places because the less fatty meat lets the delicate smoke shine in my opinion. Anyway! Delicious chicken. I tried both the standard spicy sauces and both were good but to be honest the chicken was fine without. The jalapeño Mac n cheese was recommended by many - if you are afraid of spice please try it anyway- the jalapeños fresh vegetal flavor is great and cuts the richness of the cheese sauce without adding a big kick. Anyway next time I'll try the brisket or the ribs but today I was very satisfied and even took a lil bit home for later.

    In case you need more ashy grease, try the pork ribs.   This was a lousy thing to do to both the pig  and to me

    The worst BBQ. I ordered a pound of brisket. Instead I got (pictured) two 1/4" thick x 8 inches long pieces of greasy, untrimmed, fatty, gristle. The fat was white. It had the consistency of something clogging a shower drain and the taste of a greasy ashtray.

    Brisket Chili
    Tony B.

    VEGETARIANS BE WARNED! This place has delicious slow cooked BBQ meats! You order at the front counter and take a number. You then find a seat at the large covered and heated patio. Their specialty seems to be pulled pork and brisket. I did not see and ribs on the menu. They have beer but no wine. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our meals. I will say the brisket chili was a tad too spicy for me and the coleslaw could use a pinch of sugar. My pulled pork sandwich was delicious, and I found myself discarding the bread and devouring the pork mmmmm. Oh , and the patio is dog friendly! So bring Fido! Especially if you're on your way to or from The Boneyard down the street! Cheers!

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    Kyle W.

    Slightly pricy but reliable food option around the Central District area. I went here for lunch and got the brisket sandwich which was $17+tax, a bit steep given the okay-ish portions of brisket, but certainly a better deal than getting a half pound of brisket for $20+tax which does not even come with any sides. The brisket sandwich has nice buttery toasted buns along with decent quality brisket (a bit on the drier side, and I wish the brisket had better integration of meat and fat since it resulted in me easily separating out the fat and ended up with drier meat). There is some BBQ sauce on the brisket, which is a small amount, but if you dine in, they do have extra sauce on the side that you can add for your enjoyment. There is cole slaw, pickles, and pickled onion on the side that did enhance the dish a bit, but given it is a BBQ spot, I expected a bit more from the brisket, though I enjoyed the smokiness. The plus side is the food came out quickly and well presented, but I would need to think a bit harder if I come back again if I was given multiple options to choose to dine within the area.

    Looks can be deceiving...
    Dooky W.

    First off, the service was great. I have tried a lot of BBQ's from different places but this place SUCKs!!!. I ordered a slab of ribs and I knew it wasnt good just by the way it looks. The texture was dry n it just didnt hit right. The chicken was terrible like it was microwaved n added liquid smoke. Overall everything I ordered was below my expectations and the condiments were nasty too. The pickle was too salty n the red onion was too sour. The ambiance is nice, a good place to grab a few beers with the fellas, just stay away from the food.

    QuackB

    18.99 brisket mac n cheese bowl. this BLOWS LONGHORN out the water. tangy onions with brisket falling apart. the creamy jalapeno mac n cheese under it is so good. my friend got pork belly and its bomb asf. complimentary water station. this is actually worth it, very filling and tasty

    Pork Spare Ribs
    Helen C.

    I saw so many reviews from folks saying that they're from Texas or Kansas or other misc. Southern state saying that this place is legit for barbecue and decided to swing by on my birthday. Went on a Wednesday night at around 7PM and the restaurant was completely full since they were also hosting a trivia night. I did drop about 120 bucks here for two people, but I expected to spend on barbecue, brought home some leftovers, and the quality was definitely there! I also hate super sweet barbecue sauce, but their housemade options are wonderfully tangy and it was probably the first time in my life I ever asked to take barbecue sauce to-go. Brisket (4.5/5): I opted for a fatty cut and it's melt in your mouth texture. Perfect sodium level and I'd probably say 1/2 lb is good for two people. Pork Spare Ribs (4.25/5): The ribs texture is exactly what you want: so tender they fall off the bone, but still have a bit of a bite to them. Suuuuper smokey, but is balanced nicely with the sauce. Pork Belly Burnt Ends (2.75/5): This was my least favorite item - the fat wasn't rendered, the protein was way too chewy. Mac & Cheese (4/5): Normally, I'm not a fan of jalapeño mac n cheese, but this is a fantastic version. Super creamy, great tang, and is AMAZING with their pickled onions. Housemade Potato Salad (3.5/5): They went for a big chunks of potato instead of a mash for this. Pretty average, nothing to write home about. Service is wonderful and parking isn't too bad if you don't mind parking by the CVS up the block. Overall, I can believe all the claims that this is the best BBQ in Seattle!

    Adam A.

    If you love BBQ then this is the spot, clean place, friendly staff and extremely juicy tender Beef! We had the brisket and pork ribs, they were delicious! Prices were reasonable, super clean place, paper towels on all tables cause we all know we will get our hands dirty. Over I enjoyed it and will definitely be back. Recommended!

    Brisket Mac and Cheese
    Your M.

    I always go visit their truck when I'm in the Central District and they're at Chuck's Hop Shop. Their brisket Mac n cheese bowl is phenomenal!

    Kelly H.

    This place is soooooo good!!! I work close by the restaurant and have had it catered and also dined in. Parking can be found in the residential area and can sometimes be a bit challenging. The restaurant has a bar and dining area. You basically order your food by the bar and then they bring the food out to your table. There is a self-serve water, utensil, and take out box station which is very convenient. I love their brisket (you can buy by the pound) and smoked jalapeño portobello machaca mac and cheese (my fav!!!). The brisket comes with two slices of bread and pickled onions and cucumbers. We bought half a pound and it was enough to fill up two people. Service is always friendly here too!

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    Amazing as always... delicious food, kind service. Grateful they added a new truck a couple blocks away from my favorite neighborhood:)

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    Ask the Community - Wood Shop BBQ

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes there are. Not all of the BBQ sauces are GF. The meat rub is. It's a great place-go for it!!

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    Outsider BBQ & Beer Garden

    Outsider BBQ & Beer Garden

    4.2
    (172 reviews)
    4.9 mi

    Lets start with the important part, the food! It was delicious! I am from Kansas City, Missouri…read moreand finding good bbq on the west coast has been a challenge. Outsiders has a solid smoky, flavorful bbq for sure! I had the burnt ends which were pleasantly fatty, as they should be. The fries were crispy and not greasy. And the bread was golden brown, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The sauce is probably more southern... which is fine. In KC it sweeter... but the important part is the meat. Do this! Go here! Try it! We will be back. Seating was great, spacious..indoor and outdoor seating. Clean and like dining in the back yard. The staff was very kind and the wait was not long...and they were very busy since we came on July 4th.

    Our family ordered the "big tray". We ordered macaroni & cheese and the collard greens for sides. I…read morefeel if you're not local, you won't be impressed. The meat was greasy, bland, and cold. The owner stopped and talked to my friend, while I was greeted with a scowl, and eye roll. I'm not sure if my family and I weren't welcome as he continued the behaviors the duration of our meal. They are high volume, so have your order ready with few question. They don't like that. Come early, prepare to joust for seating. We spent ~$160 (family of 5), I'll stay agnostic on value, as this is a labor intensive dish. I think better can be had elsewhere.

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    Jack's BBQ - SoDo

    Jack's BBQ - SoDo

    4.0
    (1.1k reviews)
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    Amazing , amazing , amazinggg! I wanted to start off with…read morejust wow, the customer service and experience I had at this location was absolutely amazing. Every single worker in this restaurant was so friendly so sweet & so respectful! The energy was just great! Me and my boyfriend went earlier today, food was soooooo tasty, juicy & seasoned to perfection! I had the NEW YORK STEAK!! As a New Yorker missing home I decided to get that steak , I got my steak medium well! Best choice I made than my sides were the garlicky mash potatoes & Mac and cheese! When I tasted the food my mouth instantly started watering , I truly loved the food I received today! And my boyfriend had the ribs , Mac and cheese with chili , he loved it so much! Our waiter taking our order his name I hope I remember correctly, his name is Jake ! I know it started with a J , he provided phenomenal service, just so genuine and real! He completely loves what he does and I truly respect and appreciate everything he done for us today. Deserts and my manhattan drink was great! I even loved how the chef came out checking up on everyone making sure everyone was loving the food he cooked! That's a true chef right there. PROPS TO EVERY SINGLE PERSON IN THIS LOCATION ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS LOCATION! I will DEFINITELY BE COMING BACK TO THIS LOCATION! I hope each and every worker reads this review knows they are the best and keep being you guys and each and everyone of you deserve a raise! Keep being amazing !

    Came in a Friday for lunch. They have their own parking lot so that made it easy to get to…read more You walk in and are greeted with the delicious of smoky BBQ that you only smell at legit BBQ restaurants where you know you'll leave stuffed and happy. Friday's special was beef rib tacos. The special comes with one side. I opted for Mac and cheese. My plate also came with chips and salsa, a nice surprise. The taco had a generous portion of beef rib meat. They may look small, but two tacos are very filling. The Mac and cheese was also delicious. This will definitely fill you up if you're hungry.

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    Bellwether BBQ&Grill

    Bellwether BBQ&Grill

    4.3
    (246 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$$
    Large group friendly
    Casual dining

    What can i say? Epic and wonderful service. Came here with the fam and had a great time. Good…read moreprices for what it's worth, food and meats are delicious. A great place to go with family or your lover. The all you can eat concept drew me here hahah. it is hard to find a solid "all you can eat" restaurant that is not only worth the price & location but also worth the food. You come in, choose your selection (per person that is) of what menu food you want (ranging from $35 to $45) and you're set. Though you have small portions, you can choose more if need be until you're full. If you're ever in Seattle, try this gem out. You'll love it. The only minor thing i didn't like about this place is the hype of Wagyu beef. I ordered the menu with wagyu and when i ate from the wagyu menu, it was ok, it wasn't the best. I finally realized that wagyu comes in different tiers, ranging from 1 to 5, 5 being the most delicious and of course more expensive (which i don't think they offer here). 5 also has the most fatty and delicious wagyu that just melts in your mouth. I think this was a tier 2 or 1. That's all hehe.

    Epic! This place is so much fun! Clean and great service! It's super easy to order with the menu on…read morethe table. The food came super quick! The quality of the meat was delicious. The star of the show was the bulgogi! Must go! Make sure you make a reservation!!!

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    Friendship Foods BBQ

    Friendship Foods BBQ

    4.6
    (250 reviews)
    9.1 mi
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    Legend has it that tens of thousands of years ago, our ancestors lived by eating raw meat and…read moredrinking blood. One day, lightning struck a tree, causing a massive forest fire that killed many animals. Our ancestors then discovered that cooked meat tasted much better than raw meat. This is why roast meat has always been regarded as an important part of the human diet. Today I gathered with friends and chose this barbecue restaurant. It's located north of Redmond, with a prominent sign and plenty of parking. Ambiance: The decor is creative, but it feels quite contradictory. Barbecue is inherently a very "Jianghu" (lively, rough-and-tumble) kind of thing, yet the restaurant leans toward an artistic, literary style. When I used to run my own restaurant, I followed a principle: avoid anything unrelated to the core dining experience. Seeing many books on the shelves here, I understand they're trying to bridge Jianghu and artistry -- but it clearly feels out of place. That said, the place is very clean, and the stickers/decorations are festive. Service: My high rating for this restaurant is largely based on the service. After we sat down, we were given free appetizers -- braised peanuts, which tasted great. The staff training is very professional, whether it's taking orders, making recommendations, attending to us during the meal, or checking on tables and refilling water. All excellent. Taste: Jianghu-style cuisine is characterized by boldness, satisfaction, and not sweating the small details. We ordered spicy hot pot (Malatang), spicy hot pot skewers, grilled beef, lamb, chicken gizzards, oysters, and many other items. First, the Malatang and spicy skewers tasted almost identical, so it felt like eating the same thing. The grilled skewers were just average -- neither good nor bad. The oysters were very tasty. However, the shrimp in the spicy skewers were very unfresh, which was disappointing. "By the way, the prices at 'Friendship Skewers' are anything but friendly -- I think it's quite overpriced overall."

    When we were in Portland, we dined in a similar restaurant only to made us realize Friendship BBQ…read morehas been in Seattle all along. We drove pass by it a lit if time and we finally tried it since we lived the similar restaurant in Pirtland and we were not disappointed at all. The skewers came with variety if flavor, not just the same seasoning for all. The variety if skewers were all also very interesting and amazing. Service is very attentive and skewers came out in waves which is perfect. Super recommend this restaurant if you love skewers.

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