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Buster's Southern BBQ

3.6 (1.2k reviews)
ModerateBarbeque
Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Not enough brisket for the price
Albert M.

You can buy a pound of brisket for 40. But spend 25 on 1/4 . The math doesn't add up.

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Cheryl W.

This is a nice establishment. Mr. Buster was kind, and spent a generous amount of time visiting with our small group. Although the food did not match up to Texas BBQ. It was served fast, the portions were generous, and I think it was good for the community that patronizes it. Very clean restroom as well.

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Ordered brisket, but what I received looked and tasted much more like pulled pork. If you're ordering brisket expecting traditional smoked beef brisket, this will be disappointing.

Valentine D.

Went to Busters right after wine tasting and man did it hit the spot. A bit of a wait but worth it! Was there around 230p. Line went by fairly quickly. First window to order and the 2nd window to pay. Tried the brisket sandwich and tri tip sandwich with mild sauce. Tasted delicious! Highly recommend if you're in St. Helena area!

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Steve W.

As someone who's done many dozens of barbecue reviews in Texas, I felt compelled to come here to see if this place lives up to the standard. You basically order at their outdoor window and then come into their non- air-conditioned space to dine at one of less than 20 tables. The first thing I noticed when I stepped up to the menu was how ridiculously expensive it was. Even the best barbecue in Texas doesn't command this kind of price. $50 for a two meat plate and a pint of three bean salad! Another miss is the fact, that they give you a puny couple of ounces of coleslaw and beans. My brisket was fatty with no discernible smoke ring and had an unpleasant mushy texture. It made me wish I'd got the sausage instead. I also got the pork ribs which were barely edible, and once again virtually no discernible smoke ring and tough with salt being the primary flavor coming through. They were most likely cooked on the outside grill, not pit smoked. Be careful if you order their spicy barbecue sauce, because it is extremely hot as if they buried a ghost pepper into it. Not exactly the best dining experience, especially with plenty of flies to keep you company. You may wish to consider buying a bottle of beer because it desperately needs something to wash it down. If you take real barbecue seriously, you need to avoid this place. It was a real letdown for us and a waste of $50 (and a tip). Wonder what Barbara J will have to say? 8 Informative photos included.

Jess E.

The brisket is tender but wish it had that smoky flavor that great bbq has. The sides were ok. Overall I give it a 3.5/5. Would I return? Probably not but happy to have tried it.

Tri-Tip (Sirloin Steak) with Bake Beans
Chris S.

This reminds me of back home in the mountains of Virginia. This is rustic but good. This order at the counter and take it to go or eat in the rustic table area. If you're looking for fancy and table service go some where else. I got the Tri Tip sandwich and bake beans mild for lunch. It was on a fresh grilled half grilled loaf of bread with h mild BBQ sauce. Great BBQ!!! My partner had the pulled pork with coleslaw. The pulled pork great coleslaw was good as a Sweet Pallet cleanser for the BBQ.

Tri-Tip
Sandra P.

Hands down the best BBQ spot around! Everything was amazing tender, smoky, and full of flavor. It's an order-before-you-sit kind of place, but the service is fast and friendly. The ambiance is calm and relaxed, perfect for kicking back and enjoying great food. A must-visit for any BBQ lover!

TriTip sandwich with spicy sauce, baked beans, and slaw
Matt Q.

An absolute must stop for TriTip sandwiches whenever I go for a motorcycle ride. They always have a long line for good reason. They have the best BBQ sandwiches around. My go to is the TriTip Sando with spicy sauce and baked beans and slaw. It's just an old mom and pop style roadside BBQ joint, and it's biker friendly. Lots of motorcycle parking. They also do concerts and music during the summer months. Very cool little spot.

4 Pieces Beef Rib Dinner Macaroni Salad Baked Beans
Cassandra C.

Macaroni salad was very good. Scenery felt like summer camp and in the chow hall. Musical stage was adorable and I would love to get a tune going. The amount of pork ribs served was good. Not dry especially with the bbq sauce which could have used some sugar. I got to sample the meat before ordering which was very nice. The server was kind and the place was clean. Open mic took forever as many had multiple songs. It was cute for a small town on a Tuesday night. They were like a family of musicians jamming out.

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24 days ago

So yummy. Pork loin sandwich with half and half mild and spicy sauce, baked beans and coleslaw! So good... thank you Buster.

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Best pulled pork I've ever had. I didn't get try anything else but I will be back!!!!

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Thank you Chris for the kind review + awesome photos!

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2 months ago

The food is awesome, but they overcharged me and they knew it. Watch your tab and get a receipt no matter what.

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Amazing food and entertainment. Can't wait for the Sunday Jazz sessions this year. Buster and his Wife are pretty cool too!

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2 months ago

The pulled pork is very watery the brisket is dry as can be. Bbq sauce is horrible don't understand why they are so busy all the time.

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Ask the Community - Buster's Southern BBQ

Do you add 10% tip to credit card transaction?

Its not automatic. You designate the tip amount when you pay

That hot bbq sauce is sooo good. I know you sell it jarred but do you ship it also?

Yes, it can be shipped! Go to the website and there is a tab for placing sauce orders :)

Does Buster's accept debit/charge cards?

Yes that's how i paid for mine.

Hi are you guys open?

Yes! Mon-Sat 10am-8pm and Sun 10am-7pm

Are you open on July 4th?

Yes

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