4.5 stars. Bud's Smokehouse BBQ is a local restaurant that serves smoked meats, appetizers, sides, and sandwiches for dining in, takeout, and catering. It was located in Irwin for months and then relocated to a larger building with indoor seating in Trafford.
My husband and I ate one meal here. An employee promptly and kindly greeted us and told us to sit at a table of our choosing. Several booths were available. I thought that the walls could use some barbeque-themed artwork. The employee soon took our orders and brought out our drinks and foods. Throughout our meal, she checked in on us to see if we needed anything.
I ordered two combos and ribs. Here are my reviews for the individual foods:
Brisket - 4.5 stars - Could be a bit juicier but has very good smoky flavors.
Pulled pork - 4.5 stars - A bit chunky so could be more shredded, but good flavors. I requested sandwich buns, and they were large size.
Pulled chicken - 4.5 stars - Enough meat for one good-sized sandwich. Could use toppings such as pickles.
Jalapeno-cheddar Sausage - 4.5 stars - Good balance of cheese and spiciness. My husband's favorite meat.
Chicken wings - 4.5 stars - Flavorful seasoning.
Ribs - 4.5 stars - Not fall-off-the-bone, so could be more tender, but I really liked the flavors.
Macaroni and cheese - 4 stars - Nicely cooked noodles. Could use a bit more gooey cheese.
Collard greens - 4.5 stars - Nice spiciness.
Cornbread - 4.5 stars - Moist. I personally prefer a bit more corn, but this side was my husband's favorite.
Sauces - 5 stars - The meats were flavorful on their own, but several sauces were available, and we found a few favorites. read more