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    Alice L.

    solid bbq spot that satisfies the itch! simple, no frills, good options. swung by for lunch with my boyfriend and we shared a half pound brisket and half pound pulled pork. he preferred the pulled pork, but i was personally a bigger fan of the brisket. the meat was on the drier side, and we weren't big fans of the cold bbq sauce. perhaps they'd be better in a sandwich? it was still decent though (especially for philly), and definitely satisfied our craving for bbq. the queso mac was the best mac i've had at a bbq place. it was made with real queso, and had what seemed to be nacho dust on top. it was so delicious and creamy, and i had way too much. we shared a medium which was a generous portion. we also shared a small potato salad which was extremely dill heavy and the cornbread. the cornbread was $4 for a massive piece, but it was so dry and the butter was awful. i would not get the cornbread again, but id be interested in trying the corn pudding. we sat outside on the benches, but there was also bench seating inside. service was fast, our food was brought out almost immediately. overall, this was a solid spot but i wouldn't go out of my way to come back. the queso mac was definitely a highlight!

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    Miles A.

    Very nice little bbq spot hidden on a small street. As you enter, there's a few picnic tables for seating and they have a drink cooler and shelf for utensils and such. Counter ordering and they'll bring out your food. It smells delicious as soon as you walk in, and the taste matches. Brisket was extraordinarily tender and melted apart. Just flawless texture and exactly what you want. The bbq sauce is amazing as well, very tempting to buy a bottle to take home. Sandwich was well put together. Mac and cheese was good, though the cornbread was a bit underwhelming. Overall very tasty stuff here, great quality to value. Guys that work here and the music also add to the chill vibe. Definitely will be back for more, thanks.

    Lackluster ribs... I ordered a half a rack of ribs and was very disappointed. I found them to be bland and dry with the flavor profile of a grocery store rib rub. They were not very plump or juicy! To top it off the bbq sauce is savory which some may enjoy but I added mikes hot honey for some sort of depth and soy sauce! Glad I ate this at home so I could tweak it. I made my own Mac and cheese so I can't comment on theirs. It's a nice atmosphere and friendly employees but the food is a disappointment to me.

    Brisket sandwich, kale salad
    Cherie C.

    It was a hot day, so heaps of meat weren't what I thought I wanted. So yes, I went to a BBQ joint and ordered a salad. First: The salad, a kale caesar, was delicious and satisfying. I have no regrets. Second: the meat is also excellent, and it's the reason to come here. My table also had pork belly nuggets. I had a bite, and they were delicious--meaty, chewy, a little sweet and a little tangy. The brisket was possibly my favorite brisket ever. I had one bite with the tangy, vinegar-y sauce and vowed to come back another time to eat a LOT of it! My companion enjoyed the queso mac and cheese with cheetos. Just go. It's so, so delicious.

    Shane J.

    I am glad I made some time today to check out Zig Zag BBQ! It is hard to find good BBQ in general..but when I kept hearing about a new BBQ place in Fishtown it was on my list of places to visit! Zig Zag BBQ is next to Martha..on a tiny street! Parking may be difficult because it is a mixed zone area...residential living and businesses! Now..to the setup during COVID..Best to call ahead instead of walking up like we did..but they were accommodating and offered wonderful customer service! They sold out of ribs (will be back to give them a try) so we decided to get: Brisket (moist; tender and flavorful); Wings (tasty rub; crisp and juicy on inside) and a side of Potato Salad (I've had better..pretty bland)! Our drinks of Hibiscus Watermelon and Mango (Top Choice) we're light and refreshing! This is a LEGIT BBQ spot! While waiting for the food..tons of patrons were stopping by to pickup their orders..so they have a following for sure! Stick to the meats..No sides needed in my opinion..keep doing the thing you do well..BBQ! I'll be back!

    Pork spare ribs, pulled pork, brisket
    Ju L.

    I've been waiting for Zig Zag BBQ to open for months now, so was eager to put down an order 2 days before pickup as I was worried they would run out of food. For a party of 4, we shared 1 lb of brisket, 1 lb of pulled pork, a full rack of pork spare ribs, and sides of queso mac, potato salad, and esquites. The barbecued meats were nice and smoky. I definitely recommend the brisket and spare ribs. The sides exceeded my expectations. The queso mac and esquites had hints of lemongrass in it, which really elevated both side dishes. The potato salad ran out before I got to it, which must mean it was amazing as well. Price point wise, Zig Zag's is comparable to Mike's BBQ, except for the sides, which are on the smaller side and pricier.

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    The food was amazing! Best brisket in the city. The queso mac and cheese also puts all other local BBQ places to shame.

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    The brisket - wow - some of the best I've ever had. The queso mac was also excellent!

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    Mouth watering brisket with just the right amount of smoke flavor. Try the vegan potato salad. You are in for a treat!

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    Mike's BBQ

    Mike's BBQ

    4.6
    (304 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    Mike's BBQ! Ordering from here is truly worth every penny--honestly, Mike's catered for us on the…read moreday he was closed! Mike's has the best brisket I have ever tasted. We've trusted Mike to cater not just one but two of our office events, each with over 100 guests, and every time the food has been a crowd-pleaser. Mike's generous portions really stand out, and the menu always surprises and delights. The collard greens with black-eyed peas were a hit--something I never expected to enjoy so much! And don't even get me started on the rest: the mac & cheese, potato salad, ribs, and chicken had everyone raving and coming back for seconds (and thirds). It's such a relief not having to fire up the grill ourselves when we know Mike's BBQ will deliver mouthwatering food that keeps everyone happy. If you're considering catering for your next gathering, I can't recommend Mike's BBQ enough--it's a guaranteed way to make your guests happy and your event memorable!

    This place has been on my want-to-try list for a while and I finally found time to go…read more Unfortunately it wasn't good enough to earn a second visit. We ordered their: (1) brisket (rating 2.0/5) -- This was quite dry. I was also surprised to see only 3 small slices after ordering a half pound. After seeing Mike's show up constantly whenever people online ask about Philly's best BBQ, I was greatly disappointed. (2) brisket cheese steak (rating 4.0/5) -- This was better than the brisket by itself. The cheese and other condiments likely helped with the dryness, so this was decent, although a bit small. This was maybe a little too salty, but I liked the bread. (3) mac and cheese (rating 3.5/5) -- Not the best mac and cheese I've ever had, but not bad either. Decently cheesy with good flavor. I'd say it's slightly above average. (4) cole slaw (rating 1.5/5) -- Strongly tasted of vinegar and even seemed a bit spicy. It was weird. (5) cornbread (rating 4.0/5) -- To be honest, I like most cornbread, even the cheap kind from a pre-made mix and fast food cornbread. So while I enjoyed the cornbread here too, it wasn't my favorite. I prefer the outer layer to be crispier and it could have been less crumbly on the inside. Service Notes: This is a fast casual place and service was fine. Food came out quite fast. TLDR: No way this is considered the best BBQ in Philly. They were mediocre at best and also fairly expensive for the amount you get, so my hunt continues for a great local BBQ place.

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    Inside Mike's - there was a restaurant tour taking place when I was there!
    Inside Mike's - there was a restaurant tour taking place when I was there!
    Falling off the bone smoked wings!!!
    Falling off the bone smoked wings!!!
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    Fette Sau

    Fette Sau

    3.8
    (733 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Amazing spot for a large group dinner. They tables are long benches, so they were able to…read moreaccomodate our group of 9 no problem. You can also make an advance reservation which is a plus. Because we were a large party we shared a bunch of the family style trays which ended up being perfect. Meat highlights were the juicy brisket and flavorful pulled pork - on a Hawaiian roll this was absolute perfection. The best sides were the burnt end beans and the mac and cheese. The vibes are fun and lively and they have an extensive list of beer, wine and cocktail. The negroni was so smooth that I had to order a second. Because of its proximity to The Fillmore this is a great pick for a pre-concert dinner. For epic bbq and good vibes you gotta get to Fette Sau.

    First off, we love BBQ. We've enjoyed it in KC, Texas, Iowa, Tennessee, North Carolina, and many…read moreother amazing BBQ destinations, so we admit we're pretty picky. I really liked the location and ambiance of Fette Sau. The chicken was outstanding--moist, flavorful, and one of the highlights of the meal. We also enjoyed the ribs. They were huge, tender, and very tasty. Unfortunately, there were several disappointments, which is why Fette Sau only earns 3 stars from us. When it comes to brisket, I'm not accustomed to BBQ restaurants serving almost exclusively the point cut or fat cap. We ordered a pound of brisket and could only eat about a quarter of it because it was simply too fatty for our taste. We strongly prefer the flat cut, which can still be incredibly moist and flavorful when prepared well. A combination of both cuts would have been fine, but receiving mostly fat was a major letdown. The large mac and cheese side easily fed the three of us, but it was very dry and lacked flavor. The cornbread muffin was similarly disappointing--dry and bland. I'm glad we took the time to visit because the atmosphere, chicken, and ribs were enjoyable, but given the brisket and sides, I don't see us returning.

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    Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse

    Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse

    4.3
    (1k reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$

    I'm going to sit down and give this a proper review, so here goes... over the years I've gone back…read moreto Sweet Lucy's. I can't go often, since it's not that close to me, but when I go, I typically order the rib platter. I typically get the same sides (beans and mac n cheese) along with cornbread. It is certainly more deserving than my initial 3 star review on my successive visits, but I never updated my review. Not everyone will love the sauce, which tastes more tomato-based, but that's okay. As I've gotten older, I appreciate it more. It's almost like... they put... ketchup... in the sauce... and if that's what it is, I'm fine with it. It tastes good. The ribs on that initial visit were tough; that's not a lie. On three visits afterwards, it was not as tough as the first time. On my most recent visit today, the ribs were really, really tender. Like... this is how tender ribs should be. The only difference between my experiences before versus now is I placed a takeout order this time whereas I always ate at the restaurant before. If takeout will always yield the freshest, most tender ribs, I'm good with ordering takeout from now on. The ribs were tender to the point of being delicate. They were SO GOOD. Even the rib that looked like it could've been tough was tender. That's how you know ribs are good. I would give 5 stars for just the ribs alone, but aha... there were more items... baked beans... SO GOOD... they have sausage bits in them. Cornbread... baked fresh and cut in front of my eyes... WARM, SOFT, FLUFFY.... SOoo GOOOOD... the mac n cheese... well, ehhh... can't win them all... it was just mac n cheese. I have to remember to order something other than mac n cheese next time, but I always forget because I don't go here often enough. Still, this is a 5 star meal all the way and I look forward to more meals like this. I thought I had to drive over to Camden all this time to get tender ribs. Let's say that all again... the ribs are damn good... tender and juicy. Yums. Go get some. Parking lot on the premises. Hope you get the same experience I just did.

    This little spot is a total diamond in the rough. The atmosphere, the decor, and most of all the…read morefood! This was my first time here so I didn't fully understand how they had a "full service" section and a "order and take a number" section. Although the staff and service were fabulous. Everyone was so kind and friendly. I wish I lived closer so I can frequent this place more often! Definitely will be back and will rant about this place to friends and family!

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    Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse
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    Chuan Kee Skewer

    Chuan Kee Skewer

    4.3
    (165 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Came here on my own and overestimated my appetite! The serving size is bigger than what I a used to…read morebut justifies the price. I like that they had everything you would need at the table, a variety of seasoning, napkins, and gloves! Pretty big selection on the menu with many of my favorite items that I would normally get in China. I strongly recommend eggplant and chicken gizzard. They lean on the spicy side even when I asked for mild. The service is solid, casual and quick. They did forget one of my items but after I reminded them, it came out within a few minutes. The restaurant is small and comfortable. I would come back again for Chinese bbq.

    Came by for skewers with some friends visiting from out of town. Was able to be easily seated on a…read moreweekday evening for dinner. Service was reasonably fast, though nothing blazing fast here. All of our order was well-spiced, and well-portioned. Things are a bit pricier here, but I think the quality matches. We ordered a good mix of veggies (I recommend the cauliflower and the chives) and meats (pork belly and lamb). Nothing was a miss on our menu, but we weren't getting too wild with our ordering. "Weirdest" order was probably limited to the chicken hearts. On the whole this place is a bit dim, but a good place for smaller groups mainly. There's only a few large tables, so large parties will have a harder time during busier or weekend hours. But on the whole, a great experience for skewers in the city!

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    A variety of skewer dishes including: fried donut, fried rice cakes, sausage, fried tofu, pork belly, beef.
    A variety of skewer dishes including: fried donut, fried rice cakes, sausage, fried tofu, pork belly, beef.
    BBQ delicious!
    BBQ delicious!
    Chuan Kee Skewer

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    Mr Pig Korean BBQ

    Mr Pig Korean BBQ

    4.4
    (121 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    Mr Pig is quickly becoming my go-to spot for BBQ in the city. They offer fixed priced options…read morealong with al la carte extras. The meats are of high quality, the side dishes always tasty, and staff super helpful. While I've never came to a BBQ place and didn't leave smelling of meats, the systems and venting they have setup does minimize that side effect of your visits nicely. I highly recommend for groups of 4!

    My friend and I finally decided to try this spot we always pass, and honestly I'm glad we did. What…read morepulled us in was that it's not AYCE. We're never great at eating our money's worth, so the pay-as-you-go setup felt like a better fit. We got the favorite set for two, which ended up being plenty. The biggest highlight right away: they grill everything for you. KBBQ is just better when you can sit back and eat instead of managing the grill yourself. They also use a back grill to keep things moving, so there's barely any pause between rounds of meat. It felt really efficient. Also, the place is surprisingly clean and doesn't have that heavy "you're going to smell like smoke for the next 5 hours" vibe, which I really appreciated. Somehow they keep it all under control even with constant grilling. Service-wise, the staff were attentive and clearly working hard, especially since it seemed a bit understaffed. That said, my friend did feel a little uncomfortable at times. There were a few moments where it felt like we were being watched closely, almost like they were worried about a dine-and-dash situation, and we were asked multiple times if we had paid. I personally read it more as things being slightly disorganized with a small team juggling cooking, serving, and payments, but I can see how it might come across differently depending on how you interpret it. Food-wise, the meat was very good, but the banchan really stood out to me. The cabbage salad with a gingery soy dressing was super refreshing and cut through the richness of the meat perfectly. Free refills on banchan are always a win too. I also liked that the grill came with corn cheese, egg, and sprouts, nice extras you don't always get. The corn cheese wasn't as sweet as I expected, and the egg was a bit on the salty side, but still enjoyable. The tilted grill setup was another plus since it lets the grease drain away, so the meal didn't feel overly heavy like some AYCE spots. Overall, it was a really fun experience. A bit pricey, but worth it for the quality and how easy the whole meal felt. Just something to be aware of with the service dynamic depending on how sensitive you are to that kind of thing.

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    Interior
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    Soju and banchan
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