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    Alabama Rib Shack

    4.1 (27 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 4:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Ellen D.

    The place is clean and well-maintained. Beautiful outdoor seating. Family memorabilia on the walls made it feel welcoming. The staff is efficient and professional. I had a barbecue sandwich and two sides - all great! The owner comes over and chats and even brings out other things for you to try like pigtail, ribs, etc. They have a bar with a selection of beers and cocktails and they are quite strong! My only reason for not giving it five stars is the supposedly married owner hit on my daughter and was very touchy. He left bbq handprints on the back of my shirt.

    Me and a friend of mine decided to do a quick BBQ road trip this weekend and I had seen this place before and decided it looked like a good destination. That being said, this is a good ways out. So if you're not from around there, expect to drive a while. I'll start with the pros first. The ambience inside and outside was great. Love the wood piles and the smell of smoke in the air. We got the platter for 3 that came with different styles of ribs, jerk and smoked chicken, rib tips, pig tail, sausage, and two sides with cornbread. The standouts for me was the Texas style ribs, the jerk chicken, sausage, and the collards and cornbread. Meat had a nice smoke flavor without being overpowering. Now for the cons. We got there around 1:30-1:45pm. There was a good bit of people inside and out but we were able to walk straight up to the counter. The young man at the counter told my friend that he would have to wait 5 minutes before he took our order cause they were backed up in the kitchen. The owner, who I recognized from the YouTube videos on online pictures, told him to go ahead and take our order. We got a couple of beers and sat outside. Now again, the platter was for 3 people but it cost a whopping $120. So you're looking at around $35-40 per person which to me is steep for BBQ. I also noticed that no one had there food yet, except for a large party outside that was finishing up. That to me was not a good sign as I knew we were in for a wait. We also ordered a couple of sweet teas but I didn't care for it. It tasted like some type of canned Gold Peak style Arnold Palmer tea/lemonade. The one waitress who was bringing food out called out the #14. We looked at our ticket and we were #28. That's when we knew the wait was long. At one point she came out and asked what number we were and when we told her, she replied with something to the tune of "Ya'll aren't even close, it's going to be a while" The total wait time was around 40-45 minutes. Way too long since BBQ and sides should already be done in advance. The staff was not rude nor were their overly friendly. No one ever asked if we wanted another beer or refill while waiting or to even apologize for the wait, which would have went a long way. We could tell there was some disorganization in the kitchen. It didn't look like they were short staffed. So we're not sure what was going on. I wasn't crazy about the sauce either. It wasn't bad but it had a certain taste I couldn't quite figure out. The downside is they put the sauce on some of the items on the platter. So if you don't like it on the meat, you might want to tell them to put it on the side. Bottom line was we didn't complain about the wait while there. We enjoyed being outside drinking a beer and soaking up the sunshine and warmer weather. We live a couple of hours away, so this is not a place I'm going to drive down to anytime soon. The food was good enough that I would get certain things again, but the wait time has got to improve.

    Ribs, chicken, purple eyed peas, Mac n cheese, cornbread

    Everything about this place is amazing. There's a bar that serves moonshine. They have Kool-aid which are both10/10. There is seating outside as well which gives a picnic feel on a warm day. The food, the service, and the ambiance are all 10/10. The owner came out and spoke with us about how he built the place himself which I think is outstanding. The purple eyed peas are grown locally. They are fresh and very flavorful. The Mac n cheese was perfectly seasoned. I enjoyed this place and will definitely be back when I'm in Alabama.

    Big Sampler...jerk pork, pig tails, sausage, pulled pork, 3 styles of ribs, greens, beans, & corn bread.
    Robin M.

    Saw this place featured on AL.com multiple times and decided to give it a try. It's the perfect southern rib joint. Wood exterior, wood interior. It was Busy, clean and we had friendly service. Ordered the Big Sampler for 2. They were out of jerk chicken but our food did not disappoint. The St Louis style ribs are fall off the bone delicious, the jerk pork is like meat candy and even the collards were seasoned perfectly. All in all, we had more food than we could eat and it was the best smoked ribs and bbq I've had.

    jerk chicken w/ double side of potato salad
    S J.

    The atmosphere and people are very nice! You can tell it's ran off of that family love. The food was good, but, however, they run out of options within 5-6 hours after opening. If you don't get there first, you more likely won't be able to get what you want. That does create hype but at the same time it can be disappointing when you have no option to just eat a double side of potato salad. Their sweet tea is a hit though! It's different from the standard but definitely worth a try! Overall, I would recommend giving it a shot but have a lot of patience because they may be understaffed.

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    Kenya C.

    From the moment I walked in, knew this place was amazing. This has to be some of the best barbecue I've ever had in my life. I sure hate I didn't know about this 3 years ago when they first opened. I would definitely make this a regular on my trips to Gainesville Alabama. I need to make it a destination. LOL

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    I drive to the Shack from Tuscaloosa. Best ribs in the staate of AL. The jerk chicken is worth the drive.

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    Robertson BBQ - "BBQ plate"

    Robertson BBQ

    4.7(30 reviews)
    27.6 mi
    $
    32 years in business
    Catering service

    Robertson BBQ is off the beaten path and is in an older, beat up gasstation and honestly, I think…read morethis adds to the overall atmosphere and ambiance. The staff here was friendly and engaging and I can say that both the woman at the food station and the woman at the checkout were great. The customers were also friendly. This place had a great vibe. I ordered the chicken here and for my sides, I went with the potato wedges and onion rings. All were excellent. Prices were in line with what you would expect. The half chicken with two sides was somewhere around thirteen dollars and a large iced tea was I believe two dollars and fifty cents. Robertson BBQ is just about ten minutes off of the highway and it is definitely worth the detour. All in all, Robertson BBQ is a fantastic place for barbecue and I would definitely recommend it and I will give it five stars.

    Our group 12 traveling from Lubbock, TX to Atlanta, GA for a missions conference chose this of the…read morebeaten path spot for lunch. This is a hidden gem. It is a short scenic detour off I-20 and well worth the time. The setting is an old gas station and the seating area is small. But the food is all the reviews say it is. Delicious! We had pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, onion rings and homemade strawberry cake. All was very tasty. Others inour group said the ribs, chicken and grilled cheese were equally good. I like to find the out of the way 'mom & pop' spots on our travels. We give Robertsons BBQ 5 stars for food and 4 stars for seating capacity. Try it. You won't be disappointed.

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    Robertson BBQ - Walk up here to order. Then get your sweet tea. No unsweetened, fyi.

    Walk up here to order. Then get your sweet tea. No unsweetened, fyi.

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    Robertson BBQ - Half chicken with two sides, potato wedges and onion rings

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    Half chicken with two sides, potato wedges and onion rings

    Dreamland BBQ - Smoke ring

    Dreamland BBQ

    4.0(535 reviews)
    43.9 mi
    $$

    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.

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    Dreamland BBQ - Inside view

    Inside view

    Dreamland BBQ - Hickory Smoked Sausage

    Hickory Smoked Sausage

    Dreamland BBQ - Line to get into Dreamland

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    Line to get into Dreamland

    Lannie's Bar-B-Q Spot - Large BBQ sandwich

    Lannie's Bar-B-Q Spot

    4.4(74 reviews)
    72.5 mi
    $

    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.

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    Lannie's Bar-B-Q Spot - The room

    The room

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    Catfish dinner filet

    Lannie's Bar-B-Q Spot

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    A Slab And More - Brisket, baked beans and potato salad

    A Slab And More

    4.2(40 reviews)
    29.0 mi

    Stopped in once I got into town after about 4:30 pm Friday. Friendly staff that carried…read moreconversation and also answered questions we had about the menu. Our large order included two rib plates, yet after waiting for almost a hour, with numerous other customers coming in and out, someone from the back finally came out and announced that they had ran out of ribs and the wait for ribs would be a hour long... we had already been waiting for a hour tho ?? The miscommunication / lack of communication from the kitchen had some customers ready to get their money back, but my order of ribs finally came out after another 30 mins ... I ordered a rib and pork plate with Mac and cheese and potato salad as sides (7.5/10) I enjoyed the potato salad the most. The ribs looked big, but there really wasn't much meat on them compared to the size of the bone. Both the pork and ribs were dry and def needed the sauce that was included. The meats with the sauce did have good seasoning / flavor tho. I also tried their banana pudding (8/10). I'd stop back in here when in town again, but next time, eat in the actual restaurant when it's fresh and hot. My overall rate of experience : 7.8/10

    On cross country trip and stopped in for lunch. Don't bother. Ribs were overcooked and tough…read more Potato salad was more like cold potato soup. Beans seemed liked canned. I was hoping for more from a small local place that we prefer over big chains.

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    A Slab And More - Mac & cheese/ fried okra

    Mac & cheese/ fried okra

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    Glenns Bbq and Produce

    Glenns Bbq and Produce

    4.7(18 reviews)
    48.1 mi
    $$

    The best BBQ in the country! Owner, Glenn and his righthand Assistant, Kim are the best! They treat…read moreyou like family, but you don't have to wash the dishes.

    Ok, so we are staying in Columbus on a job from outta state. My husband and I decided to look for…read moreBBQ. I was disappointed that you could not go inside because of their fear of covid, but, I was able to order and they brought it outside to me. I ordered a half rack of ribs, 1 pound of Brisket, and 1 pulled pork plate with potato salad and baked beans. Back home (South LA) we have a BBQ/Smokehouse we eat from and the brisket is the BEST Ive found so far! But... Glenns ribs are by FAR the BEST Ive had from a restaurant! The taste, the tenderness & I really like the bbq sauce! The brisket was ok. But like I said, once you taste one thats way better ...well... it is, what it is. I am not trying to sound rude or mean, just always love being honest. Someone else may think his is the BEST brisket and thats great! I hope they do! Brisket was $20. bucks a pound. I bought a pound plus a half of rack of ribs. (Ribs were $25. a slab) Now, the pulled pork? Excellent! Very well cooked & even better with the sauce! The baked beans... were the absolute BEST! I wished I had more! The potato salad, was really good too! All around, I give this place a 5 STAR and recommend them to anyone to try at least once! We will order again before we head back home, Im sure. Thank You Glenns BBQ! GREAT JOB! Great service! Very fast & VERY friendly workers!

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    Glenns Bbq and Produce - Amazing fried green tomatoes.

    Amazing fried green tomatoes.

    Glenns Bbq and Produce - Pig Slop!

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