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Captain John's Bar-B-Que

3.6 (71 reviews)
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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Manny G.

Legit Bbq. Southern Hospitality at its best. The staff are amazing. Helpful and patient and quick to make a recommendation. Chopped pork was on point. Sides were also good. I had onion rings, potato salad and beans. Next time in town I am coming back to try the Bologna sandwich.

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Samantha B.

Best BBQ Nachos BRUHH THIS WAS AMAZING! Seriously, though, hubbs was pissed we hadn't come here earlier in our lives because they had the nachos he's been searching for his entire life. My philly cheese steak reminded me of the greasy deliciousness they used to serve in the Tiger Den at UoM. Full disclosure, you don't come here for healthy food. The hush puppies had bits of corn in them so they reminded me of corn fritters. Either way, nom nom nom. Everything we ate was delicious and even though we aren't BBQ people if we ever want BBQ this is where we will go. The only thing I'd change is next time I'll get water instead of coke as the food was already a bit heavy for me. Hubbs wants to get a to go pound or two of BBQ next time we visit. To Try: BBQ Ribs Jumbo Loaded BBQ Baked Potato (if I'm feeling adventurous) Loved: - BBQ Nachos - Hush Puppies - Philly Cheese Steak (steak) Liked: - Onion Rings Ok: - Banana Pudding - Barbecue Beans - French Fries - Half Slab Plate of Ribs Disliked: - Hot Sauce

Catrina T.

So many people in Cville rave about this place. I have been a handful of times and it is just ok. Friday's special is fried catfish so I was cheating today so I went for it. I ordered the catfish plate with onion rings and slaw and a drink. It took a very long time to receive my food. But ok.....I checked my order before leaving and it was piping hot so I guess they cook to order on the fish. Let me tell you, might be the best fried catfish EVER! Hot, crispy and not greasy. The onion rings and slaw were awesome too. But here is the downside. The staff is just not friendly. They aren't rude but you get the sense that you are bothering them. I had to ask for a cup for my drink that comes with my meal. I had to ask for tartar sauce. I had to ask for hot sauce. Everything just seemed so hard. Even though the food was awesome I would think twice before giving them my money.

Matt O.

Ever since 93 when my dad opened up A2Z Computers across the street. We've taken notice to Captain John's & wanted to try out BBQ for the first time. After work one day my dad took me & the family out to eat. It was very impressive. I've always enjoyed their barbecue sandwiches with slaw and beans. There barbecue has always been juicy. Their sauce has always tasted great. I've never found a thing wrong with it. I've went there to eat two months ago. Nothing has changed but their expanding menu selection. I've never tried any of their new offerings but they look delicious and I may try them out sometime when I'm not in the mood for Barbecue. The cleanliness of the restaurant is impressive their staff is friendly their pitmasters and Cooks have everything on point. If you're in the mood for banana pudding after some barbecue it is to die for. If you wish not to dine-in they also offer carryout and drive thru. Be sure to like them on Facebook and tell a friend. https://www.facebook.com/CaptJohnsBBQ/

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Got the Friday lunch special of fried catfish. Fish smelled like it was either fried in old oil or burned oil. Would get the bbq next time.

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1 year ago

I love the bbq sandwich! Reminds me of Tops bbq but a step above. Ribs are good too!!

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1 year ago

Friendly, yummy, affordable. My food is always fresh and good. Clean and easy to get in and out.

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Food was very good for lunch. Typical hole in the wall with very good BBQ. Typical order at counter and deliver to table.

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5 years ago

Had the catfish on a Friday. Just average as catfish for the South. BBQ is probably a better choice.

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