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Caldwell County BBQ

4.7 (1.9k reviews)
ModerateBarbeque
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Leeza D.

Amazing BBQ find in Gilbert and I had this place bookmarked for a while. They have huge smokers/pits in the back and you know it's legit. I ordered the pork ribs as it's one of my favorite things and it was so good, I had to stop myself from eating the full rack in one seating. They are not shy on the pepper so it has some heat. Sauces include house and AZ gold mustard base. They gave me a brisket sample while I was in line and it was so melt in your mouth. Huge seating area outside and they also have inside AC seating. Private parking lot. Please come and create your own adventure.

Beans, corn casserole, smoked turkey, brisket, pulled pork, coleslaw, mac n cheese!
Hayli G.

Soooo good. Got the family plate for 4 and I can't say a single thing on that plate was less than "good", most were great. Loved the Southern-style sweet tea, and the smoked turkey was a standout - phenomenal. Juicy and flavorful. Banana pudding was also delicious. Not too sweet, creamy, and balanced. The patio ambiance as the sun was setting enhanced the entire experience. I'm not in Phoenix often, but I'll make a point to return here when I'm back.

Haru S.

I've had really bad BBQ in the past which turned me off of all BBQ for the longest time, but Caldwell Co. has officially changed my mind. The food portion here is generous and it's absolutely banging. Salad greens are fresh and very cleanly prepared. Just remember to be clear on what kind of meat you want (if you want the moist cuts, then ask for the moist cuts). There's plenty of outdoor seating in the beer garden area, and a couple of tables inside as well. If you park in the parking lot, you'll likely go through the outdoor seating area to get inside. But look for the sign on the siding to the left that shows you where to go. You have to circle around towards the front entrance where the line actually starts. Can't miss the big blackboard facing the front of the building. It'll go pretty quick -- folks behind the service counter work fast. We came during the day, but I hear it's really nice at night with all the Edison lights on. One day, I'll have to come visit again and check it out. Overall, this is a stellar place to dine in and grab takeout. Bring a date, bring a friend, and enjoy!

Kim L.

This is a great place for BBQ. Our party of 8 ordered the family style meal for 8. We enjoyed tasty brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and some delicious sides( creamy mac and cheese, corn bread casserole and potato salad). Enjoy food for everyone. Order at counter and can eat inside or out. Quick service and casual bbq dining area to enjoy our meal.

El General Patton Sandwich with a couple extra piece of sausage.
Kent R.

I really enjoyed this spot. Really cool smoke house aesthetic, especially for being in Gilbert AZ! Staff are really cool and friendly. They took their time to make sure everything was perfect before I walked out the door with our order. Pricing is also pretty good for what you're getting. It's easy to pay $20 for a "premium" sandwich these days but ours were packed with high quality bbq. As someone that travels to the pan handle frequently, I can honestly say this brisket was head and shoulders above what I can get over there. Don't sleep on the sausage either, I wish I could bring that home with me. The BBQ sauces are solid too, that AZ gold hits. This is in my top 3 for sure.

Brenda G.

Absolutely delicious portions are very reasonable prices meets quality and quantity. An amazing hospitality starting from when you entering parking lot! The ambiance is chill the corn casserole is must try along with Mac.

Maureen J.

I highly recommend this BBQ place. The BBQ was yummy! Great value and it fed our party of 5. Great ambiance sitting inside or outside. The wait wasn't too bad either. The banana pudding was good too! The workers were friendly. The pit masters were awesome, they gave us an overview on grilling the brisket and other BBQ. They were very friendly, knowledgeable, and personable. Loved the experience and interaction.

El General Patton Sandwich 1 lb. Ribs Chili  Macaroni and cheese  1 lb. Pulled Pork
Chris H.

I love this place! You have to come get the best bbq in the valley! Service is always great! And the vibe is so layer back! You won't go wrong eating here!

1 lb. Brisket
Patrick L.

If you got some money and want to eat really good, this place will be up your alley if you're a BBQ enjoyer. (Pricey side, but well worth.) As I entered, the staff welcomed me in and held a friendly and accommodating energy to everyone around. Genuine flavors of the brisket brought out by complementing the cut of meat already, on top of the harmony of savory and satisfying. Loved the soft bite along side with their selection of sauces on the table.

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Linda T.

Absolutely love this place food was amazing! Truly love the Old Fashions that McKenzie made for my husband true smoky flavor no other bar has been able to do that for us.

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Thank you so much Joan! We appreciate you stopping by!

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6 months ago

omg best bbq ever!! I've tried it a couple times (both establishments) and it's really good. Birria Tacos are exquisite too!

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The pulled pork and the sides were great, everything else was dry, cool ambience, great service.

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Thank you, Diane! We are happy that you enjoyed the Pulled Pork!

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BBQ brings people together no doubt about that it's messy but makes you feel good inside

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Good hearty meal very Texan style. Lots of customers. Casual space indoor and outdoor.

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Thank you for the 5 star review Celeste!

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Thank you so much Anna! We are so happy that you stopped by!

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8 months ago

By far the best brisket I have ever had. Been there many times and consistently I am impressed over and over again by how good it is.

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Are dogs allowed on the outdoor patio?

Yes

Is it possible to order/pay for/get food without going inside?

Yes, call ahead or order online, they will bring it out to you

Do they cook on mesquite? Anything not on mesquite ? My sister is allergic and was telling her how great this place is but don't know if there is anything she can eat. Thanks!

Correct. Yes we do.

Is the patio dog friendly?

Yup

It seems that they have closed up anyone know?

Earl open 11-9pm Or until sold out seven days a week. Any concerns please feel free to reach out to my cell phone 480-283-4425

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OK, we've been big fans of Caldwell's BBQ for years and somehow had never made it over to…read moreCaldwell's Mexi-Q... big mistake on our part--especially since it combines two of my all-time favorite things...brisket and tacos! Parking was a breeze, and since there were three of us (including one never-full teenager ), we went for the Mexi-Q Platter and added an extra birria taco so everyone could try one. It absolutely lived up to the hype! The surprise standout? The brisket tostada--sooooo flavorful and satisfying on every level! We also loved the sausage link, Mexi-Q twinkies (aka smoked jalapeños stuffed with brisket and cream cheese, then wrapped in bacon ), and honestly, everything we tried was a hit. For sides, we ordered Grandma's Calabacitas (a yummy squash veggie mix), roasted cream elote, and Julio's mac n' cheese (which I skipped, but the guys were big fans). We wrapped up this phenomenal meal with their GF banana pudding (they offer both GF and regular options), and it was seriously scrumptious--such a treat to have a gluten-free dessert that feels just as special! From the moment we walked in, the service was warm and attentive. They double-checked that everything we ordered (minus the mac n' cheese) was gluten-free, which is always such a relief. It means so much when a place truly understands gluten and can clearly guide you on what's safe. We sat outside and soaked up the beautiful weather--it was the perfect setting for such a fun and tasty meal! An easily awarded and well deserved

I stopped by this spot to try their spin of Mexican bbq. The carnitas taco was really good. I put…read morethe Carolina gold bbq sauce on it and it was perfect. I liked that sauce so much that I'd consider going back just to try it on some of their other bbq. I didn't like the brisket birria taco as much because it was way too salty for me. The mac and cheese was also just okay. It had so much sauce that it was too thick and unpleasant to eat. The vibe was good though. They have seating inside and outside. I love that they had the misters running to keep the outdoor seating cool. The staff was also very nice.

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Stumbled across this gem while visiting Scottsdale for Spring Training. I saw the reviews coming…read moreout the airport and was stunned at the reviews. We got our rental car and drove right over. Because we were hungry we decided not to wait in the line but reschedule to go back on Friday. I looked more at the reviews and Tik Tok's and saw this place was legit and the beef rib was to die for. Comes Friday, we get there at 10:15 am right before the line built up. We spoke with one of the employees for while regarding what to order and about Spring Training while we were in line. As we got in, you order at the counter and pick what you want. The employees are cutting up the food in front of you and weighing it. The inside area has limited seating and it's very narrow. Outside theres a good amount of seating but filled up right away. I ordered the beef rib for my dad and I to share, a plate for myself with brisket and turkey. I got cole slaw and mac sald on the side, both were kind've whatever for me. The turkey honestly is a sleeper pick, it was delicious and more flavorful that I thought. Brisket was mouthwatering and so tender but that beef rib lived to the hype. It fell off the bone and had the perfect fattiness to tender ratio. We enjoyed the outside and feasted but it's quite expensive like all BBQ. The quality was fresh and I would definitely recommend if you are in the area. I don't eat BBQ a lot so I don't have a huge sample size for whats good or not but I loved it!

The food was amazing. I got the two meat plate for about $24 . I got brisket and pulled pork ,…read morepotato salad and coleslaw. Banana pudding as desert. The service was really good the workers were very welcoming and nice. The overall vibe and ambiance is chill. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Inside has a/c if you want to stay super cool. Outside seating has benches and most of water spraying to stay cool as well. I would definitely return In The future. I found this place on google and I'm glad I did.

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