Always look forward to Kendo events in Kent because I love relaxing here at BBQ Pete's on the way home.

This IS Seattle, the Pacific Northwest, the mossback center of gravity. Here - is a loooong waaay from "The South." And being a son of the South, I sometimes get withdrawal symptoms for BBQ. This gnawed on me all day today. So, we (my Wife & I) ordered take out from BBQ Pete's here in Kent. We ordered up a full slab, beans, coleslaw, cornbread, a sandwich with no name - Oh! It was painful to even think about what was coming to my mouth! $106 later, we're in the car headed downtown. We picked up that sack of smell-so-goodness, jumped back in the car for home. Had to wait for two trains to pass, of course. We get back to the Rancho and tear open that sack. Theeere it was. Smellin' like a smoker in Heaven! The actual eatin' was a little off expectations. The full slab was nowhere near the size of the old Famous Dave's or the older Tony Roma's; but serviceable. The cornbread was good, but Yankified - they sugar it, but not bad at all. I'll have to digest if it was worth the $106 for two, but BBQ Pete's slaked my thirst for BBQ for awhile. It's not Texas, Kansas City, St. Lois, Nashville, Mobile, or even Miami, certainly not Cherry Branch or anywhere in Virginia - but we're waaaay up here, nowhere near down there. So, my BBQ tooth is soothed, for now... read more

Great value (good quality and price)! I haven't been for over a year when they first started serving Mac and cheese (4/5 stars) so I was pleasantly surprised today when it was better than I remembered it being last time! The combination platter was great, I liked the sausage (3.5/5 stars), the chicken was good (4/5 stars), the ribs were impressive (5/5 stars), and the brisket was great (5/5 stars). Unfortunately the soft serve ice cream (2/5 stars today, previously 4/5 stars) wasn't impressive today, I'm not sure if there wasn't enough vanilla or if there wasn't enough dairy but it has a water crystal flavored like there were teeny flakes of ice cubes inside the soft serve?? read more

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Whenever me and the hubby are craving BBQ, we ALWAYS end up at BBQ Pete's. Their meat is always tender and flavorful, the cornbread is huge and so good, and I'm obsessed with their coleslaw. We honestly rack up the bill every time because we want to get everything on the menu lol! And the best part is the free soft-serve ice cream at the end. It hits every single time! Service is always solid, and the whole place has a nice, relaxed vibe perfect for a casual date or a family meal. If you're in Kent and craving some legit BBQ, this is the spot! read more

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Huge typo in my initial review "was" = wish, and it turns out there are! Check their website. Two meat combo with sliced brisket and pulled pork. Top with some Puyallup Fair sauce and you are in BBQ heaven. I'm not even a Mac and Cheese guy but love theirs. Definitely recommend classic coleslaw over the Chipotle version I got here. I'm not a spice guy per se so that's on me for expanding my options. Loaded Potato Salad, Cornbread, Cole slaw, and beans are all great sides choices. Always quick and friendly service here and an original BBQ joint feel. I don't know that there is a better BBQ place in the valley. read more

BBQ Pete's - Two Meat Combo. Sliced Brisket and Pulled Pork. Mac and Cheese. Chipotle Coleslaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

As I was visiting from Alabama and down in SeaTac, I yelped the BBQ places in the area and settled on BBQ Pete's. A big reason why I settled on BBQ Pete's is because they have fresh-brewed sweet tea, the only way to make fantastic sweet tea! And it did not disappoint! But there was a lot more good stuff at BBQ Pete's. I asked the employees which meat I had to eat from there if this was my only time ever eating there and they said the brisket. For my entree, I ordered the "Sandwich with No Name." It comes with brisket, crispy onions, smoked provolone, a Smoky Spread, and Pete's sauce. I added a rib and the rib was better than the sandwich! My 2 sides were the loaded potato salad and beans. I love the creaminess of a baked potato salad. The beans were homemade with pork and brisket mixed in. All of the sauces were marvelous with each offering something a little different. I won't go into great detail about the sauces since there are photos here on Yelp that describe them accurately. Just know all of them are fantastic and the hot I would rank at a 4 on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being super hot. Overall, I enjoyed BBQ Pete's and would eat here again. Everything was fantastic but the employees oversold me on the brisket. It wasn't bad but the rib was soooo much better and looking at photos, I would think the rest of their meats are better as well. read more

BBQ Pete's - The Sandwich with No Name, a rib, beans, potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

This was our second visit to BBQ Pete's. Since we were in Seattle we drove 1/2 hour to this restaurant in Kent because of the reviews and great dining experience our first visit. First time was a few years ago. On that trip we ate a slab of ribs at the restaurant and it was literally falling off the bones. When I picked up a piece the meat started coming off the bone before reaching my lips. The sauces were varied, there were spicy options, and everything was scrumptious! This visit I tried a hot link that was fresh and delicious. It had nice peppered heat and didn't have that annoying chewy casing. The sauces were warm but didn't seem to hold the same appeal as before. The corn bread muffin was delicious. The real disappointment however was the slab I took back to our hotel room. We were so disappointed I forgot to take a pic. The ribs were overcooked and hard - definitely not falling off the bone tender. We tossed it. If we ever go back we will eat there for sure. Service was ok. No tatted person at the front counter running customers away lol but staff weren't warm and fuzzy either. They are very focused on getting orders out but genuinely caring and making sure customers walk away with a smile aren't really a priority. Ice cream and hand washing stations in the dining area are great attractions. read more

BBQ Pete's - Hot link and muffin - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

A coworker brought me to BBQ Pete's for lunch - yum! I had the pulled chicken sandwich with a side of slaw and it was absolutely delicious. We ordered at the counter and the food came out super fast, which was perfect for a lunch break. If I lived in the area, I'd definitely be back regularly to enjoy a big ol' plate of BBQ with a cold beer, topped off with their free soft serve ice cream (yes, please!). The outdoor seating was a nice bonus too - perfect for a warm, sunny day. I really liked my visit and will definitely stop by again next time I'm in town. Great food, fast service, and a relaxed vibe - what more could you want? 5 stars read more

3.5 stars! I'm not as tough of a BBQ critic but it really depends on what you order, some menu items are better than others! Definitely a worthy stop if you are craving bbq. Lots of menu and side options, various sauces that they make in house, and free soft serve. The ribs and sausage were delicious, but have to say that the brisket was a little dry. Mac and cheese and cornbread were good. The seating inside is very very casual so keep that in mind if you were planning a date or anything haha. Also it's a great idea that they have a hand washing station right next to the exit! read more

BBQ Pete's - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

The worst bbq I've ever had. The meat tasted like it was baked in an oven. The Mac n cheese was awful. It was like going to a fast food restaurant. The free ice cream was the best part. read more

Absolutely unacceptable. I've been to BBQ Pete's in Kent (6621 S 211th St, Suite 106) a few times before, and each visit, the customer service seems to get worse. Today sealed it. Can't believe I'm writing this but here goes! I paid for a BBQ pork sandwich and a drink. Afterward, I went for the complimentary ice cream, only to see a sign saying the machine's down and to ask at the counter. No problem. I politely asked. Instead of a normal response, I got glared at by a tattooed staff member who snapped at me with a smug, accusatory, "Did you buy something or not?" I was stunned, not by what he said, but how he said it. Condescending. Rude. Challenging. I replied, "Yes sir, want to see my receipt?" He rolled his eyes and sneered, "Heh, I guess not." I told him I didn't appreciate his tone. He didn't care. In fact, he came around the counter, physically came around, to confront me over ice cream. Are you kidding me? This is just insane? I know people have a bad day but c'mon? I said, "Forget it, I don't need the ice cream," and turned to ask for a refund. Another staff member chimed in with, "Well, we usually charge $5 for those," as if that made any of this okay. The guy just stared at me, no accountability, nothing. I thought this was a joke? This place doesn't just lack customer service sadly, it's hostile. I will never be back. BBQ Pete's in Kent has the single worst staff interaction I've experienced at any restaurant, anywhere. The management should be ashamed! Avoid it like the plague, I sure am now! Oh btw went to DQ got my ice cream much better! read more

BBQ Pete's - Ice cream not from Pete's! - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

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I'm always a little skeptical about BBQ places in strip malls. All fears were put to rest once I got inside. Place is legit. I ordered the brisket and the guy asked what I wanted for a side. I said 1/4 pound of pulled pork. Got the beans too. Food came out and was delicious. Exactly what I was hoping for. I shall warn you that the brisket is sliced thin, which TBH was not expected but made for a great experience. No knife needed. Their sauces were top shelf. All a little differ so you should be able to find something your pallet is agreeable to. I like the "Fair" personally. Oh, and the beans were the best I've had. Can't put my finger on exactly what it was but I ate them all. Service was 10/10. Logan was great read more

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My husband had a hankering for BBQ and we were in King County, so the reviews for this place called out to us. The place is kind of cramped with family style seating arrangements, which isn't my favorite. What struck me as odd was the menu - loads of salad choices for a BBQ place but you can't buy brisket? Can't buy by portion/pound? Not bad, just different. We got the dinner and I got the sandwich with no name. The sandwich was good in terms of flavor and size. My husband seemed content with his dinner, but the ribs, which were touted as the best in KC were kind of meh to me. They were okay but seemed to have been sitting there for a bit before being served. Chicken was good, sausage was good, but nothing stood out to us. The corn bread and butter were tasty, I liked the potato salad but my husband didn't. He likes the coleslaw but I found it bland and in huge need for more vinegar. The Mac n cheese was flavorless but nice and thick. We both agreed that the beans were tasty! Overall, it's just 3 stars/Just Okay for me. There are better joints out there but also I wouldn't say no if I was hungry for BBQ and in the general area. read more

Pretty great for what it advertises it self as. Probably not the healthiest bang for your buck, and probably not a bang for your buck either, but the ribs and coleslaw are quite good. Complimentary soft serve is also very cool too. Service was incredibly fast and their hand washing station was very unique and efficient. Great southern atmosphere and vibes. Would come back again for a company dinner if given the chance. read more

BBQ Pete's - BBQ Ribs Lite Plate (1/3 Slab) - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

Delicious authentic BBQ spot! As soon as you walk in you see all of their awards- that's always a good sign! My hubby ate here a couple years ago when he was up here for work and wanted to take me. We ordered to go since it was crowded inside. We ordered A LOT of food. I mean... we gotta try everything right?! I ordered the dinner trio which came with chicken, ribs, pulled pork, and 2 sides (cornbread muffin and their amazing baked bbq beans). Hubby got the brisket dipped sandwich, with a side of brisket, cornbread muffin, baked bbq beans, and loaded potato salad. There was a section to make all our bbq sauces to go so we tried everything. The butter they gave for the cornbread was so light, whipped and a bit sweet. Everything was delicious! Our food came out super fast and they thoughtfully packaged it all nice and secure. Love this place!!!! read more

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All I can say is the food looked good when it came out, the people working there were very nice and helpful, but the food was just so so. I got a pork sandwich, Memphis style, which means it had coleslaw on top and a side of potato salad. It looked yummy but all I can say was it was boring. The pork had no sauce on it so it was pretty dry. I went to the containers on the counter and got additional sauce which made it better. It was a good size sandwich so did get my money's worth. The potato salad was billed as loaded potato salad which I guess means it had all the stuff you'd put on a loaded baked potato. However, it had absolutely no flavor and I didn't even finish it. My husband got the spicy chop. The nice person taking his order let him taste it before he ordered and he got a side of fries. When I asked if he'd get it again he said no. He thought the meat was dry even though it had lots of sauce on it. He did like the fries which were seasoned. The restaurant was clean and obviously well taken care of but except for ribs and chicken everything was sandwiches, they did have huge salads, and my husband really wanted just sliced brisket which you normally get at a BBQ place. read more

BBQ Pete's - BBQ pork sandwich Memphis style - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

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I'm definitely coming back here again someday. You walk in, check out the menu, and order at the counter. I got the brisket salad, and it was really good! My OPs Manager got the burnt ends, and man, I regretted getting a salad. I don't think I've ever seen chunky burnt ends like the ones they serve. Their menu was a little intimidating, I wish places had a simple 'First time here? Here are 5 solid choices to start!' because menus can get overwhelming for newcomers like me. The place is busy during lunch, but I bet they're packed all day! The food came out quick, I sat down for five minutes, and my plate was already ready. Can't wait to come back. read more

Growing up in Puyallup, BBQ Pete's was a name that was always popular at the Puyallup Fair, known for their great food. When I saw there was a brick and mortar location within 6 miles of home, I decided I needed to check it out. The place is located in a small strip mall near the Amazon distribution headquarters in Kent. Walking in I could see that this place was popular. The menu was large, but easy to peruse and find exactly what I wanted. The staff were all very friendly and well-spoken, and able to answer any questions. The establishment itself was clean and organized, and also offered outdoor seating in better weather. Now the important part, the food! Both of us ordered the Chicken and Ribs combo with sides. All the meat was tender and well flavored, slid off the bone as they say. We tried the green salad, BBQ Beans, loaded potato salad and the cornbread muffins. All were a hit and I have to say the BBQ Beans were the star of the sides, bringing back memories of my uncles family recipe. If you're in the area, you'd be crazy not to give it a try. Just bring a big appetite. read more

This place is out of the way in Kent. I have made the drive a few times . I like their bbq ribs. I would recommend this place. They have lots of parking. The people were friendly. You won't be disappointed read more

BBQ Pete's - 1/2 BBQ Ribs Dinner (Half Slab) - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

I would literally die for their corn bread and butter it's sooooo good!!! I also enjoy their Mac and cheese read more

Stopped in for lunch today. Ordered the spicy chop sandwich and loaded potato salad. Food was excellent and very filling. They have a great menu with lots of options. read more

BBQ Pete's - Spicy chop sandwich and Loaded Potato Salad - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

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The food was great and the service was even better. I would eat here again! Plus the free ice cream is amazing.

Wow!!! What a GREAT barbecue place!!! We were just looking for a quick lunch while doing some projects for our Mom in SeaTac. Found this place on Yelp! And barbecue sounded good. OH MY GOODNESS! This was amazing. We each had #8 - "The Sandwich with No Name", we split an order of fries, and each had a fountain drink. The bill was over $50, and I dare say it was worth every penny!! The brisket on the sandwich was super tender, the bun was soft and toasted perfectly, and the amount of sauce was spot on. I hate when there is so much sauce it hides the flavor of the meat. The fries were chunky crispy deliciousness, especially dipped in the smoky fry sauce. Generous portion was enough to share. To top it all off, you get FREE soft serve ice cream ! Will definitely return!! read more

BBQ Pete's - #8 with Fries. - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

This was just a pit stop on my drive through Washington but I'm so glad I found it!! The food is fantastic (ribs r yummy) and they have complementary soft serve while you wait for food! Handwashing station for when you're all done eating is very helpful and cool :) They've got awards everywhere to let you know they know what they're doing!! Very cute inside overall read more

BBQ Pete's - Awards and drink station! - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

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Wanted to try this place for quite some time and was blown away by bbq ribs and the Pete sauce by was taken aback by the potato salad bc I wasn't expecting to like it but it was delicious along with the bbq baked beans I'm definitely going to go back read more

Pete's BBQ offers authentic, delicious flavors and truly thoughtful staff. The space isn't meant to be super cozy, but it's clean and well laid out. The hand-washing stations and complimentary soft-serve ice cream are such nice touches that make the experience even better. Highly recommend! read more

What an incredibly pleasant surprise to find barbecue Petes! I love that they have generous combo plates with the works. We're talking a whole chicken thigh ribs some brisket, some pulled pork cornbread Texas toast. It's all way they're award-winning barbecue sauce is my main day even though they've got four other options. To top it all up you get a free soft serve as much as you can put in your cone when you're done. Always a good trip to barbecue Petes. read more

I got the prime rib dipper to go. It was an easy pickup process and the lady who helped me was super sweet. I didn't stay in the restaurant, but it looked very inviting and I wished I had time for more of a sit down. I will say, the sandwich I got tasted a little bland and the au jus tasted bland too. Next time I go, I will try something different, but I think this place has promise! read more

Great great food!! Worth the drive from West Seattle :) My husband and I got 4 sides, all different and all awesome! The baked beans was the best, thick like chili but had a great sweet taste. read more

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I love this BBQ spot!! The ambiance is amazing and truly fits the vibe of the restaurant. I also love how they have free soft serve ice cream as well as customization of drinks. Service is always super friendly and efficient, food comes quickly. The food is always satisfying and leaves me full. The one critique I have is that I wish the Chipotle Chicken Sandwich was a bit more spicy. The prices are quite high but I do believe it is worth it especially considering how filling the food is. read more

BBQ Pete's - Chipotle Chicken Sandwich, Mac 'n Cheese, Cornbread Muffin w/ Honey Butter - Barbeque Near Me - Kent, Washington

Food is incredible and pretty fast even when busy which is often. Will definitely be back again.

The food is decent. Lots of chicken in my order. The beans are good with little pieces of meat in them. My favorite is the cornbread muffin with the honey butter. Coleslaw is very good also. The prices are insane. $$$ read more

OMG!! Sooo good!! Thirty minutes away from me, but so worth it!!! Everything they make is AMAZING!! 5 stars everytime! Cornbread, brisket, pork sandwich, Mac n cheese= Team is great! read more

My office gets our catered lunch here and I absolutely love the ribs and potato salad. The corn bread and bbq sauce options were also very delicious!! read more

All I can say is WOW!!!! Absolutely the best BBQ I've tasted! Great food, friendly service and free soft serve ice cream. Doesn't get better than that. read more

Good bbq. Lots of sauce to choose from. I don't recommend the chicken it's kinda blah.... Not terrible but nothing memorable. Their loaded potatoes is really good tho, almost don't taste like Mayo, is it sour cream based (???) and has bacon in it- SO GOOD. The brisket dip is amazingly good with crispy onions inside. Pulled pork sandwich is also good. Soft serve is yummy- I might come back to order something just so I can have more soft serve There are trivia games, paper towels at each table. There are also little paper trays you can grab to split your food etc. read more

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Solid BBQ option and a long time local business. The vibe is low key, order at the counter and wait for your name to be shouted. Help yourself to a fountain soda and choose from a variety of (warm!) bbq sauces, pickles, and onions. Have a seat at a long table and, don't worry, a roll of paper towels is just an arm's length away. My favorite is the brisket half salad (a half salad is plenty!) and my favorite sides are the cornbread muffin with honey butter and the bbq beans. Check out their website for the "secret menu" and don't forget your free cone of vanilla soft serve! read more

We always love a stop at Pete's when we're back in the area. The pork and chicken are always delicious. Sides and sauces the same. And the corn bread... well, the corn bread is in a league of its own (especially when paired with the honey butter). The restaurant is also clean and always staffed with warm, engaging people. This really is a "must do" if you're in the Kent area (or at The Puyallup Fair - where we first found them). read more

Another WA BBQ restaurant that fails to impress. Let's start with the lack of customer service. The tattooed guy at the register apparently thinks everyone is beneath him. He barely responds to anything you say and when he does it's with the worst attitude and condescending tone. I came here for the first time and asked questions about their "secret menu" and he just stared at me as if I was the stupidest person on the planet. He then just rings me up and asked "anything else" without answering my questions. As for the food, the brisket is really what makes or breaks a BBQ restaurant. Anyone can make pulled pork or ribs. But brisket actually is difficult to get right. At this place, they thin slice the brisket here as if its deli meat. It ends up being so dry that it's almost inedible. If I can make a better brisket on my traeger in my backyard, then that's pretty sad for a restaurant that supposedly specializes in BBQ. read more

Brisquet was done good, good quantity, Mac cheese and beans sides were good. Would go again.