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Character's Famous BBQ

4.8 (110 reviews)
InexpensiveBarbeque, Sandwiches
Closed Closed
Updated 1 month ago

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CHARACTER'S FAMOUS BBQ ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Loud
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Bryan C.

Man, this place is good. It's like walking back in time to the way BBQ should be..... simple and delicious.

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Steve C.

This place is just a bit off the beaten path, but you really have to look for it. This was my first visit and I ordered the pork plate with coleslaw and baked beans. The staff and owner were very friendly. The pork was smoky and very juicy. The coleslaw was fresh and crunchy but oddly enough it had cinnamon in it (I wasn't really a fan of it). I didn't care for the beans either as I did not have a lot of flavor and tasted like it was overcooked. Each plate comes with two slices of white bread and a small slice of iced lemon pound cake. The cake was moist and tasty and a great finish to the meal.

Brisket Plate, potato salad and baked beans for the win
Jay S.

Bucket list complete. Great service, Great food! Worth a trip if you are visiting Atlanta or Chattanooga.

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Aja F.

This is not my first time here and each time I am not disappointed except when they don't have what I want. Today we got there at 11:20am and they were already sold out of a lot of items and he just opened at 11am. But not to complain I still got some food for me and my husband. Everything was good and fresh. I only get to come this way every so often and each time we come get a plate.

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Wow, just WOW! This place makes everyone feel like family! From the moment we walked in and the smell of BBQ hit us, I knew it was going to be good. Mike and Thomas, with their warm Southern hospitality, made the experience even better. We ordered the ribs and chicken, and let me tell you--the ribs stole my heart! They were tender, flavorful, and absolutely perfect. The chicken was great too, and the plate even came with a dessert: a homemade lemon pound cake by Mike that was simply amazing. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend this spot!"

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3 months ago

Wonderful food from an award winning chef. We loved the bbq sandwich and the pork plate

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Best bbq ever. I love the ribs. You will never find a better place for bbq. Characters is the best ever!!!

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Best BBQ around! The pulled pork is awesome, the chicken is great and the atmosphere is real!

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Can't go wrong with anything you order here. Food always taste amazing just wish they had more side options

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Ask the Community - Character's Famous BBQ

Does this business still exist in 2017?

Yes. It is not exactly where it shows on the map of you had clicked on google map, but great bbq as of May 2, 2018. They close at 2pm.

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