I don't know how I've missed this place for so long. Just trying them out today and I can say I was…read moreimpressed by flavor. Stopped for lunch and ordered the BBQ Split and the Burnt Ends. They offer so many delicious sauces; my favorite was the coffee and the white. Our server was so friendly and guided us through the menu. The BBQ Solit is meant to be shared: a full grilled andouille sausage, split and served in a bed of corkscrew Mac n cheese, topped with baked beans, pulled pork, brisket, coleslaw, tomatoes and sauced with BBQ of your choice. The burnt ends were nicely cooked and soft yet well done. The smells are wonderful. I will be back to try more off the menu.

We've been here a total of two times - 1 time for carryout 1-2 yrs ago and today for dine-in. I…read moredon't remember much about our carryout experience, but I can say with confidence we won't be back after our dine-in experience today. The food was fine. We ordered fried pickles for our appetizer and that came out within 10-15 min of us being seated. They were hot, delicious and the sauce they came with was pretty tangy and tasty. No complaints. We placed our meal order at the same time as the appetizer, but waited 20-30 min for our food to come out. We ordered Cuban and BBQ Chicken sandwiches. Our waitress came by once during that wait and told us our food would be out shortly but never gave a reason for the delay. I was irritated when the couple behind us - who were seated well after us - received their meals 10-15 min before ours came out. Our waitress was very chummy, attentive and friendly with them and barely checked in with us. Definitely didn't receive the same service. Unfortunately her tip reflected that. Our food was good. BBQ chicken sandwich was good. Needed more sauce but I asked for a side. Cuban was fine. Needed a sauce too but I used the sauce that came with the fried pickles. Fries were delicious and hot. Some of the onion rings were strange. The smaller ones mostly. They weren't even warm and had a chewy consistency. It was weird. As far as the atmosphere? Ugh. That alone killed it for me. 1) it's so dark in there. The dark floors...the dark ceilings...and all that dark wood! All that darkness paired with the depressing country music playing had me wanting to take myself out. Maybe it's good if you're there to drink your sorrows away and whatever teardrops they were singing about, but I found it irritating and agitating. BBQ isn't strictly country music - it can be blues too.

Excellent service, cocktails and food. My husband and I shared a salad and a sandwich - both were…read moresplit in half back in the kitchen which was greatly appreciated and less work for the consumer! They make an excellent old fashioned and for desert we had the bananas foster...yummy! This is a hidden gem of Toledo! We will be back.

The sous chef was incredible to speak with and we had an overwhelmingly pleasant time. Food was…read moreincredible. Had a great time overall. Thanks!

I had been here more than five or so years ago when this place was known more for bar food and…read moredrinks. Over the past couple of years, I've been hearing more about the food. Decided to check it out after working from a local library. Upon walking in, the ambiance is welcoming and casual. The wood floors looked very clean and it just felt clean. Since I was here mid-afternoon, the back part of the restaurant was closed, so I took a seat at one of the bar high tops. My server was very friendly and efficient. I ordered the Baja Chicken Rollup without bacon and with ranch dressing on the side. It came out pretty quickly. And did I mention that I also had the fries?! The fries were perfectly seasoned and cooked so that they weren't too crispy or too soft. They were addictive! The sandwich was also amazing, though secondary to the fries. The side of ranch dressing was perfect. The condiments were served in small plastic containers, which were a reminder that this was great food in a bar and grill. Everything was very tasty though and I don't mean to discount the food or service, as it was top notch. Definitely recommend! Check out the pictures below!

Enjoying a really beautiful day we decided to enjoy a drive to Lamberville, Michigan. We tried…read moreMason Jar Tap and Grill for lunch, we found a mice little bar and grill on a corner with three other venues on opposite corners . Inside is a nicely decorated bar area, we opted for the very nice outdoor seating area and enjoyed it very much. We both had the Street Burger and fries, and really enjoyed them. Two smash patties with all the fixings plus very crispy fries ! Our sever Quinn was very friendly and efficient. Recommend this establishment 100%

I recently checked out Pavlov's while on vacation visiting family in the area. I loved the name and…read morevibe of the brewery. There was a delicious food truck and live music the night we were there. It was all very fun! The beer selection was great and hard to choose as they all sounded great. I choose the peanut butter porter. It was delicious! They also make their own wine which I will definitely have to try next time.

This was a great place! They had a food truck here, so I'm assuming they don't have a kitchen…read morethemselves. The beer was AMAZING (I got the peanut butter treat) and there was even some live music! Love the dog theme. The only complaint I have is the service; when my husband and I were deciding on what to get, we felt a little rushed. I do wish this was closer (we live in NC) so we could try more things!

Really good bbq sauce. Not too sweet, not too spicy. Rare spot that gets it right. This is a food…read moretruck/caterer so catch them when u can. During covid they used to be out in parking lots all over town. Post Covid looks like they have gone more the catering route. This is the first time in over a year I have seen them advertise on their FB page that the truck would be out. They have bbq pork n chicken, ribs, rib tips, baked beans, Mac n cheese. Sides all taste home made and really good. Add an additional $5 per side item and the side item portions are kinda small. They lose a star for me because I never know where they will be or what hours. Today was 10am until..Im not looking for bbq at 10am but I sent my other half out to pick it up for later. Also, when you ask questions they are not the friendliest. But.. as they have some of the best bbq in town that's ok. I would have them cater an event for me anytime. If I can find them

Perfect timing for a late dinner. Plate was ready under 10mins. Although the ribs are not…read moresaturated in sauce, we found them the most tender ribs, so far in the city! The For four bones cost me $8; the first two were quite meaty! I hope he keeps it coming! I also hopes he adds more ppl to his team and more appeal to his menu!

so many good barbecue spots in Toledo, and this just isn't one of them…read more They do have a pretty phenomenal sandwich... " more cowbell" But they were out of so much on a Sunday at 6 PM First of all, checked my gift card before I came into the store and had a $25 balance. When I get inside, it is packed, and guy working the register can't seem to get it to work so I just decided to pay. I ordered ribs, they're out! I ordered chicken... Out of that too. I ended up getting a sandwich. I would've never ordered Pryor, but I am glad I did. You can tell they were out of a lot of meats, because the baked beans I got were pretty much a bunch of beans, floating and barbecue sauce and not even very many beans at all The mac & cheese was decent, but nothing to write home about. I had to add a decent amount of salt and pepper. But waiting in line for 20 minutes for quick order food just to find out almost all of it was gone is a bit ridiculous It's pretty unorganized and chaotic The condiment station look like it has been ransacked, so I ended up for going any pickles or onions due to fear of some weird foodborne illness The whole experience is just a bit lacking. I can pay less money and go down the street and be waited on and have a cleaner atmosphere.

When you arrive you will order at the counter. The staff was friendly and super helpful. After…read moreordering you can grab a seat in the dining area. There is plenty of seating for small and large groups. There's a place to get your drink and grab some sauce from a variety of options. Our food came out quickly and portions were of good size. The Nashville hot chicken was dusted with some seasoning. It was not hot and quite frankly i couldn't taste the seasoning. The size was good and the chicken tasted good after I added some sauce. The nachos were delicious and full of flavor. The baked beans were solid as was the mac n cheese. And I had to get the hush puppies and they didn't disappoint.

Stopped in the late afternoon to grab a bite as BBQ was on my mind. We were in the vicinity of…read moreFamous Dave's, and it was our choice due to location. If you haven't been here before, you order at the register, pay for your meals, get your drinks, seat yourself, and they bring your food out to your table. A mix between fast food and sit-down restaurant. Sadly, not being able to find people to work is the newest pandemic here in the USA. This establishment was clean, we liked the eclectic decor, and the food wasn't bad. It's a bit pricey for the portion sizes, in my opinion, but that is commonplace in most food establishments at this point in time. We had the burnt ends appetizer, rib tips meal, and the combo of 2 meats - brisket and chopped pork. We both chose the burnt ends as our hands-down favorite of the meats. The cornbread muffins were also a highlight. I was recently gifted a smoker, and I will soon be smoking various meats, fish, seafood, etc. to save some $$$ by making our own at home. I've had BBQ in various places in the USA and am still searching for the one go-to for BBQ in the Toledo area.

Most pet owners know that there comes a time that despite how much love they have for their beloved…read moreanimal family member, that after a long life, sickness and age can culminate to the point that the horrible pain outweighs everything else. At that point, we all are forced to make an irreversible decision. Famous Dave's needs to be put out of it's misery. What used to be a pleasant corporate chain - capitalizing on the early 2000's craze of Memphis bbq joints on every street corner in America, has now turned into just another empty-seated mimeograph of what happens when you combine Ridiculously-priced food with an overdone cliche. This place didn't used to be bad! I would go into famous Dave's and it would be packed, absolutely packed, with patrons... The prices were market- acceptable and the value of food was decent. For those who are not aware (And I just obviously figured this out): famous Dave's is no longer a traditional table service restaurant. As I stood at the hostess stand in the front of the restaurant, employees rushed to tell me I needed to simply place my fast food order at the counter near the kitchen. No more waitresses. No more table service. When I asked why, the employee shrugged, "well, we had to do this because of Covid. You know, we can't get enough people to work here." I obviously do not dispute Covid's impact on the already shallow talent pool of American workers, but c'mon.... How long can we stick to this excuse? I go to restaurants every week that are packed with people, packed with life, and ran by an entire wait staff, eager to work in a restaurant where their work will be rewarded by tipping customers. Just not at Famous Dave's. But the explanation is easy. This place is a sinking ship. I should've known better when I pulled into the parking lot on a Friday night and they were only two cars. I probably could've also deduced this due to the fact that 75% of the patrons seating was closed off by ropes and stanchions. The place looked like a museum that invited people to walk around and peruse cutesy southern bbq signage and artifacts on the wall but not sit down. Regardless, my son was eager, so we visited the counter anyways. To famous Dave's compliment, The woman who worked the front counter was extremely pleasant, affable, and informative. I have no idea why she can't find a better job somewhere else. After placing Orders for my family of four, I was shocked that this fast food counter service meal was going to cost me over $100. For what amounts to be fast food? Sticker shock, to be sure. As we sat down with our meals, I couldn't help but think these massive plates used to be filled with more food. I lived in the south, and I know that most barbecue joints were based on great-tasting and Wallet-friendly food that would be packed on your plate. Bang for the buck. I'm sure famous Dave had to cut back in more ways than one, but placing as little food on such massive tin trays looks deflated. Look at the attached picture. This is the way it was delivered to our table! It was almost comical. OK, perhaps I've said Nothing original here. I'm voice-dictating another review of a chain restaurant. I just think You cannot take the essence of affordable southern cuisine, cut the portions in half, take away all of the service components, and then Jack the prices up and expect to have a long life span. For all that I know, the Famous Dave's corporation might have record profits (as they should, if they continue to get suckers to shell out their hard earned cash for this pittance of food served on a cafeteria tray), but I'm willing to make a bet with any Toledoan....this location will not survive another five years. R.I.P. Dave. I knew you before you were famous!