If you're looking for the go-to BBQ spot in Selma, this is it. No question. This place delivers…read morethat authentic, Southern, mom-and-pop barbecue experience that you hope for when you're in Alabama. They cover most of the BBQ classics -- pork, chicken, ribs, burgers, and all the traditional Southern sides -- though no brisket here. Honestly? You won't even miss it. We ordered the 1/2 lb of BBQ pork plate with fried okra and corn nuggets (the plate comes with two sides, which is perfect). The pork was everything great barbecue should be: moist, smoky, tender, and packed with flavor. You could taste the care in every bite. It's the kind of meal that makes you slow down and savor it. The fried okra was crispy and seasoned just right, and the corn nuggets were golden little bites of happiness -- slightly sweet, crunchy outside, soft inside. A perfect pairing with the pork. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They gladly offered suggestions for sides and made us feel like regulars even though it was our first visit. That kind of hospitality makes a big difference. Parking is right out front -- probably around eight spots -- and they do fill up quickly, especially at lunch. The restaurant was busy with mostly locals, which is always a great sign. The location is tucked away in a residential area, so definitely look up directions beforehand. There's a small street sign, but it's easy to miss if you're not paying attention. All in all, this spot has that genuine small-town BBQ charm with big-time flavor. If you're in Selma and craving real Southern barbecue, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!

We had ribs for breakfast before visiting the civil rights sites in Selma and couldn't have been…read morehappier. These ribs are sweet, smoky, and tender. We also added in some fried hot wings, which were crunchy and pleasantly spiced. On the side, we enjoyed the crispy slaw and sweet corn nuggets. Of course we washed it all down with some sweet tea. Man, I wish I could have those ribs for breakfast every day! Also, the folks at Lannie's were really nice.

The original remains the best. Nestled in an African American rural neighborhood south of town, the…read morevery journey along an old 2-land highway is a throwback to a different South. The building is classic roadhouse style--totally unpretentious with its sign and adverts plaster on the walls. The interior is the same, open seating and seats at the bar. The menu has broadened over the years, rather than just ribs, white bread and pudding, you can get a pork sandwich and chicken with a limited number of sides (the Mac and cheese is superior). The franchised Dreamlands are so different with a plethora of choices, more to the liking of the suburban south. If you like that, go for it. For my money, you can't beat the original. The ribs are charred perfectly and the service is old time South, friendly and helpful. You immediately feel at ease with everything and everyone around you. Take out is available--actually this place is just minutes off the highway. But a whole another world at the same time.

A little disappointed. Always heard this was the best BBQ in AL, but while we were seated fairly…read morequickly, our food didn't come for 45 minutes. Server didn't tell us they'd run out of ribs and they were cooking more, we just sat there waiting. Once the ribs arrived, they tasted okay but were tough. I felt we were forgotten even though the servers were walking through the tight dining room often. Sorry to say after all the great things we'd heard, this won't be a repeater for me.

So good I almost shed a tear The fries were weirdly good…read morefor bbq place The sauces were GOOOOOOOOOOOODDDDD Service was good Ambience good I loved it so much I want to eat it six hundred more times

We come here often every few weeks to get ourselves some burgers. This is the first time we have…read moresat on the outside dining and it was so nice and peaceful. With a crisp 70 degrees outside it was great to enjoy our smash burgers and fries. I enjoy it because it feels like just the right amount of food. Not too much , and not too little. They were fully packed out tonight and still managed to get our food out to us within 10 minutes which made us happy, because we expected a longer wait. Overall we love this place and what they bring to the Pelham Community!

Isn't it funny that HEARD'S didn't make in Clanton. Now back in Maplesville. I will not be…read moresupporting them after they lied about staying in Maplesville when they moved to Clanton. They were going to be in both places. Haha

First time going and have to say it was a great experience. Burgers were very good and the bbq…read morenachos fries were delicious and every time must get.

We came here as a night out with family. It's rustic, casual with a well worn feel. There is lots…read moreof parking. It's wheelchair accessible and the restaurant has take-out. Service was fast. We sat next to the fireplace - although it wasn't lit in the spring/summer. This place is known for Southern Comfort food on the buffet and full menu. We ordered the steak on Friday night - YUM! Delicious sweet potatoes on the bar - fresh salad fixings on the bar and banana pudding for dessert. This is one of the few places in the area that has a salad bar. We will be back - Sawmeal is a mainstay in the community.

The burger was nothing fancy. But the taste was amazing. The fries were good. Yet what made it…read moreamazing was the ranch to dip the fries in. Not sure what the Sawmeal does to make their ranch but it is out of this world.

Came here visiting from out of state to try Selma'a favorite BBQ spot. It was pretty underwhelming…read more I've gotten similar quality BBQ right here in Denver. Prices were fair and the staff were friendly. I found it quite odd that half the seats were coned off and not usable which wasn't the best look. Overall, I don't regret visiting, and it was a good one time visit.

I was staying in Selma for the night and searched up a good BBQ spot. Lannie's had top reviews and…read morestars. So I decided to check them out. I'm from Texas so I'm already critical of BBQ but I was in the South and the country the BBQ should be good right? NOT! From the moment you walked in you could tell it was a local spot. No greeting, you just get asked what do you want. I placed an order for 1/2 chicken with Mac & Cheese and beans. They had folding chairs to sit down because the dining area was blocked off from sitting. I paid, and sat down. I wasn't given a number or asked my name. After about 15-20 min I got up to see if my order was ready. There was a line by this time. The girl that took my order said "you got the 1/2 chicken right?" Oh here it is. It had been sitting there. She bagged it up, I asked for sauce and utensils. I got to the room and was starving. I looked at the chicken. Didn't notice any char like I'm used too. But I said maybe it will still taste good. I tasted the Mac and cheese. Needed salt. The beans were OK tasted like they came out of a can. The chicken was dry and didn't look cooked all the way as I got closer to the bone. The sauce was basically watery ketchup. I ate the roll and beans. The rest went in the trash and I ordered a pizza. Maybe I ordered the wrong meat, I know this was a miss for me.

My wife had seen this place posted on social media, so we decided to make the drive out there one…read moreevening. Anytime there's steaks on the menu, I'm happy to give it a go. Nice, laid-back place that's probably pretty convenient if you don't live closer to Calera, Alabaster, etc. Staff was pretty friendly, and the steak was cooked exactly as requested. They've got a porch outside that looks like it would be a nice place to sit when the weather is cooler.

Always nice and order is always correct . They post daily specials on Facebook and keep it updated…read moreso check them out !

The food is always great. Dennis and his staff are the best and we always love serving B & K BBQ…read moreto our friends and family.

Tasty barbecue sandwich and peach cobbler. Friendly fast service. Reasonably priced ample parking.read more

To quote a popular movie, "Is this heaven? No, it's"...Alabama! Haha OMG! I have seen Jim's Hwy 82…read moreBBQ on best BBQ in Alabama for years and the hype is real! It is out in the middle of nowhere in Billingsley, where there is nothing but trees. Montgomery is 30 miles to the south and Centreville is 40 something miles to the north. But the road trip to Jim's is worth it. Part of the reason I call it heaven is because the place is decorated with so much Alabama Crimson Tide decor. It has just as much or rivals as much as the original Dreamland. The BBQ is either the best or among the best in Alabama. I got there 10 minutes before they closed and all my food tasted like it was just prepared. The ribs are moist and a rub I have never had from anywhere else. It tasted like there was some lemon pepper mixed in the rub, which I have not had on the ribs. The pork was so soft, tender, and moist too! Both went extremely well with the sauce, which is different than most Bama BBQ places. This sauce was more like a Texas style. It was ketchup based but instead of sweetness, it was peppery and tangy. There was no to little heat to it as well. It is homemade in the restaurant. The beans and potato salad are made in house. The beans have a sweet taste to them. The potato salad is a mustard base. The service was also outstanding! I called them to ask what time they closed since I was driving up from Dothan. They offered to go ahead and have my plate ready by my ETA. Also, I wanted more sweet tea, but they had already dumped the sweet tea. (Sweet tea was still refreshingly sweet by the way.) They gave me a bottled water to make up for it. I will need to make a road trip back up to Billingsley. The ribs and pork is among the best in Alabama and I will be planning a road trip soon back to Billingsley.

Small side portions, meat fatty gristle Had to ask for…read moreitems purchased twice One side of okra was soaked and couldn't be eaten. Just not a good experience for the first visit.

The wings are supposed to be jumbo wings and these are buffalo Phil wings at Archibald prices…read more These were $15 for ten. These are of some pigeons. These were not worth $15 maybe 10. I need you to price accordingly!!!! The service is the same everything.

Second visit within the last year. The ribs were equally as bad as I remember them the first time…read more I wanted to give them a second chance but they were mediocre at best. Dry, very little flavor and was given some kind of butter- hot sauce to dip but seemed more suited for chicken wings than ribs. Okra was over cooked and over salted. Slaw was middle of the road. It's cabbage. Banana pudding was a two bite sample if that. Also, no real flavor. Never saw a banana. I failed to recognize the warning sign. No smoke when you visit a BBQ joint means you're getting food reheated.