Outdoor patio in serene setting right off the interstate and creekside, as the name would suggest. BBQ itself was good, but only 2 sauces available, and side of slaw was especially salty. read more

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My family and I visited Creekside Barbecue on March 20th, and the wings were great. That's the only reason I came back on March 27th. This time, the experience was completely unacceptable. I watched a worker grab wings with his bare hands and put them straight into the fryer. No gloves. No regard for basic food safety. While sitting in the restaurant, another employee was observed using bare hands to mix what looked like meal or flour. Again--no gloves. This is a serious hygiene issue and shows poor judgment from staff and management. Because of this, I will not be returning. read more

Whoa. Yes, that is the initial expression tasting this incredibly succulent BBQ. With well established and loved Birmingham originating BBQ chains, alongside a few smaller spots, Alabama has a well respected top place in the world of BBQ. Yet, there are people who managed to improve upon something that has long been thought to have reached perfection. The founder, Eric Pippert, not to be confused with Eric Rippert, is a true master of the craft. Hailing from North Carolina and Tennessee kitchens, his concept of Creekside BBQ is clearly more than a winner, it is a place that gained enormous respect of locals within only a year of having fired up the smoker. In this state, it is not an easy feat by any means. The ribs are extremely juicy, flavorful and delicate. The smoked chicken wings are great. The brisket is an experience of tenderness and fatty pleasure. Smoked grits are a unique creation and the fried green tomatoes are crusted in a sort of cornmeal that adds a pleasant crunch. To make matters even better, Eric was working the kitchen and the man taking orders was extremely kind. The patio had a nice view of the creek and design of iron bar chairs and wood is both special and beautiful. It took a lot of text to say that Creekside BBQ may just be the best BBQ experience to be had in Alabama and perhaps, one of the best in the nation. It leaves nothing but gratitude to the people who created this place and the incredible food. read more

Creekside has the most delicious smash burger I've ever had in the 205! Still thinking about it! The Mac and cheese, smoked Gouda grits and the banana pudding was a great addition to the smash burger. Can't wait to come back! read more

Food was delicious and service was excellent. Loved sitting outside and hearing the creek flowing past us! Manager stopped by our table and gave us some history on the restaurant and made sure we were happy with our meal. read more

Restaurant and staff were great. Very friendly. Looking at the reviews we were excited to try it. My husband and I love BBQ and have been to many BBQ restaurants. The food was not up to par. Brisket and ribs were very dry. Wings were okay. We were disappointed and didn't finish our meals. read more

OhEmGee! This was my first time eating here and I'm already hooked! Kerrie greeted me with the sweetest, most energetic vibe and made choosing what to eat so easy. Lindsey, Laz, and Linden were just as awesome -- such a great team. I definitely ordered more food than my stomach could handle, but every bite was worth it. Creekside BBQ is officially going on my list of places I'll be visiting a lot. read more

Pulled pork was excellent; would get again! The brisket is a no though. SO fatty and bland- inedible. Some may like fatty brisket, but not my preference. Husband had loaded baked potato with white sauce and he said he would get again. We ate on the patio- nice atmosphere. Quick service! Will be back! read more

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Each time we've been the food is amazing and the staff is nice. They have unique sides that are great w the BBQ. Try the feta potato salad. read more

Absolutely the best brisket we have ever had. Melt in your mouth texture, wonderful smoke/barbecue flavor. The young man who took my order was upbeat, respectful and recommend the brisket. Cute creek side location with a cabin like feel. Loved the screened in porch! I wish it was closer to home! read more

First time here, great location, right on a creek in the back. Good service, great ambiance. The smash burger was awesome. read more

Creekside BBQ - Smash burger - Barbeque Near Me - Pelham, Alabama

Parking lot is full every time we drive by, which is always a good sign. Now we know why. Good food, generous portions, served fast and hot, at reasonable prices. Order at the counter and they bring your food to your table. Nice atmosphere for the outside dining, which, as the name implies, is creekside. The collard greens--which sometimes can be too bitter--had a hint of sweetness; may be the best I've ever had. My wife prefers vinegar-based coleslaw, but she was very happy with their recipe, which was 50/50 vinegar and mustard. We will eat here again. read more

Texas girl here to say that this is some of the best brisket and pork I've ever had in my life. The brisket is so flavorful without sauce, it's delicious. I'm so happy we found this place. It'll be our go to BBQ now that we live in Alabama. They also have amazing customer service and the ambiance is fantastic. Highly recommend. read more

Hands down one of the best places I have had BBQ! Service was fast and funny, I had the wings and brisket with mac&cheese with coleslaw on the side as well. All I have to say is I WILL BE BACK BEFORE I FLY OUT!!!! Great job! read more

This is a great place. My hubby and I were driving south and stayed in the area to hike Oak Mt state park. We try to avoid chains....this was amazing! We each had pulled pork and two sides (amazing cheesy grits!!!!) Sat on the deck overlooking the creek. Staff is friendly and helpful! read more

My husband and I went here together and absolutely loved it. The food is 10/10. It doesn't get better than this bbq. The location is beautiful with a creek and outside seating with heaters to keep guests warm. When we were planning our wedding, we were pleasantly surprised when we found out they do catering. The whole process of ordering the catering and receiving the food was extremely professional and they made us feel confident in the quality. They were friendly and reliable with quick responses. I couldn't not thank them enough. They made everything so special and everyone loved the food and the food was very important for us on our special day. read more

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My husband & I were just passing through town & Creekside was recommended. I ordered ribs, coleslaw, and collards. I loved the ribs, but thought the collards were a bit too sweet. My husband ordered the brisket, collards, & fried green tomatoes. He ate it all! We shared a draft beer. In hindsight, I wished I'd ordered a burger or other sandwich. What I ordered was too much food for me. Maybe next time we pass through I'll try that. And order my own beer! read more

This "bbq" was bland AF! The brisket was dryer than sandpaper, the chicken tasted as if it was smoked with liquid smoke flavored water chips with the sauce being unappetizing, the Mac & Cheese tasted like Bob Evans Mac & cheese with the topping being crushed up BBQ chips, the greens tasted liked sugared kale, and the white sauce/ranch was light on the dip and vinegar side. The toasted bread was the most flavorful thing I ate there. Service was pleasant. Nice and clean... A little too clean in my opinion because this didn't feel (or taste for this matter) like a BBQ joint. At l least not Southern anyway. read more

Creekside BBQ - Very bland... Everything except the toasted bread. - Barbeque Near Me - Pelham, Alabama

This is one of my favorite places to eat in Pelham. My favorite menu items are the salads, grits, BBQ sandwich and chicken potato! Great local restaurant with friendly staff and a very clean indoor and outdoor set up. read more

I had heard and read great reviews for this place so I thought we'd try it out. My husband is a bbq fan, so he definitely had to go. The parking lot was packed but we were able to walk right in and sit at the bar. My husband ordered ribs with potato salad and cheese grits. He was very impressed. He said the ribs were cooked just right and flavorful. The cheese grits were delicious- with gouda and fried to look like a pancake. When you cut into it, the inside was creamy and warm! He's picky when it comes to potato salad, but enjoyed that as well! I had a brisket sandwich with fries. I asked what kind of fries they were (steak,shoestring,etc,) The waiter said " the perfect kind- crispy on the outside and soft on the inside." He was correct! The fries were between the size of a steak fry and much bigger than shoestring fries. Sprinkled with a light seasoning, they were exactly as the waiter stated- perfect! My sandwich was delish as well. The brisket was tender and had a nice vinegar white sauce, fried onions and wickles. Yummy! The bread was nice and fresh, too. The owner was behind the bar at the grill as was pleasant to chat with. The service was excellent. We couldn't have asked for a better casual lunch experience. read more

Creekside BBQ - Outside mural - Barbeque Near Me - Pelham, Alabama

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Top notch BBQ joint just off the interstate. Easy parking. Order at the counter and take a number. Local brews, full selection of meats, and a nice variety of really good sides, (get the corn casserole and definitely the grits). Friendly service. Free self serve refills on the sweet tea...and they've got the good ice, (iykyk). The place is spotless, even the bathrooms. There's bar seating and booths, plus tables on the back porch for those who want to dine outdoors. I've had the pulled pork, the pulled chicken, the brisket, and the pork belly and all were good but the pork belly is amazing. Nice sear, melt in your mouth deliciousness perfect texture. Order it. Don't second guess it. If you're in the area and looking for BBQ, this is the spot. read more

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My 2-meat combo came with two sides. My pulled pork was excellent. The brisket was chewy, not falling apart as it would be if it had been cooked a long time below 200F. My choice of sides was unfortunate. I doubled down on the Cole slaw: large portions of typical cabbage with too much clingy sauce. I guess I took the excellence for granted, from two previous places. They had a porter on draft, and I got the last one. It was a Siluria with strong coffee notes (not coffee, no caffeine). My guess, it was a Baltic Porter. VG+ (4.5/5). The only Red BBQ sauce was thin and overly salty. The white one... White? Ugh. So this place is hit or miss. Friendly people, though. As an out-of-oowner, I would not go back, but locals might get the measure of the place and like it. read more

The food quality was average, except the freshly prepared bread and appetizer, that were very good. The he place is rather a takeout establishment than a full service restaurant. read more

Fantastic I've only had the smash burger here because it's Fantastic! Service is great and atmosphere is cool. They have a great deck in the back for covered,creekside dining! read more

Everyone was very friendly. The barbecue was delicious. Service was very fast. We sat outside and it was very nice.

Glad to have this restaurant as an option in the area. I called in and placed my order for the garden salad that simply has cheddar, tomato, and onion but I added chicken. Nice portion size of the salad but the amount of chicken given for an additional price is what won me over. There was enough overall for two meals, enjoyed with what I think was spicy ranch. Next up, I have to see if their burgers can make my top 5 list. read more

What a gem just off the highway! Amazing bbq and beer selection. The nice patio is heated and dog friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch at Creekside BBQ. read more

So if you're probably thinking, or maybe just me, "oh another bbq joint in Birmingham....." think again!! This place is different. They definitely have a Carolina flair (says my bbq expert hubby). All I know is they boast the best wing rub I've ever had! We took my neighbor to a birthday lunch to try it out. The bbq was great but the sides were the main feature to me!! I am not a corn fan at all but their corn casserole was amazing!!! Number one suggestion Gouda grits! Do not leave without them. Took our second visit recently and their outdoor seating on a Sunday afternoon was perfect! They will have their hands full when concert season and the world games get started up. read more

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Who knew the old Waffle House had such a nice backyard? I was impressed at the transformation of the WH; you could still vaguely envision where everything was, but it also looks and feels totally different. Loved the back porch that I'll need to go back to try when it's warmer. Heard one of the guys say they have heaters for out there, but they aren't working yet. We ordered a chicken-loaded potato and a chopped pork plate. The white sauce has a bit of a tang to it that surprised me, but it married well with the sour cream. I think the "loaded" refers to being loaded with meat as it didn't have all the normal loaded ingredients of other local bbq joint potatoes. Still pretty good, though, and certainly filling. The pork plate with sides of fries and mac and cheese was also well-liked, though he thought the fries were a little over seasoned/salty for his taste. From looking at the staff, it looks like a bunch of guy friends having a great time making bbq. Worth a trip back. read more

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Creekside BBQ is in a great location. It is off the road that you take from Interstate 65 to get to Oak Mountain State Park. I stopped yesterday after my round of golf at the park. I believe Creekside will get a lot of customers coming from or going to the park. The restaurant is an old Waffle House, so the layout is that familiar dining counter with open kitchen. They did a very nice job redecorating the floor plan to a comfortable and credible BBQ place. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich and a side of collard greens. The bun was a standard store-bought hamburger bun, and it was stacked with delicious pulled pork. Mine had some nice bark mixed in, The pork was moist and tender, and the flavors stood on it's own. Despite that, I did enjoy alternating between the traditional vinegary BBQ sauce and the Alabama white sauce. Both were excellent. The collards were unusual, butI liked them. They were almost black in color, and they were very sweet with just a hint of vinegar. Creekside will also offer beers and they have several taps for craft beers. Overall, the restaurant has a ton of potential. Location is ideal and the food and service were great on my visit. read more

Creekside BBQ - Pulled pork and collards - Barbeque Near Me - Pelham, Alabama

Great Sides and the Smashburger is amazing! If the weather is great. It is nice to sit on the porch!

Small place but plenty of tables and bar sitting. TV plays sports and the smell of BBQ is divine. Food is so tasty and they have a decent selection of beer. Staff is super friendly too. If you are traveling on I 65 S it's worth the drive to this place. read more

Creekside BBQ - BBQ Brisket Sandwich with grits - Barbeque Near Me - Pelham, Alabama

Favorite BBQ spot in the area!!! Every time I have gone the food has been great and very flavorful!

Stopped by Creekside BBQ today! The parking kit was packed, always a good sign. I assume since it was an old Waffle House that we would see some familiar architecture. But that was not the case! They have made it their own and nailed it. Upscale BBQ joint comes to mind! We ordered a pulled pork plate with corn casserole, Mac & Cheese and Baked Beans. Pulled pork was moist and Smokey. No sauce needed, but I had to try some. Both sauces appeared vinegar based. Creekside sauce was a little sweeter than the Wine sauce, but both were good. Mac and cheese was a little dry but I mixed it with the corn casserole and it was amazing! Corn casserole tasted little it had a queso cheese sauce over it. EXCELLENT! Baked beans were flavorful and tasty! Staff was attentive and nice! My wife declared it the best BBQ in Birmingham! We will be back! read more

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Don't let the location next to the interstate fool you. This place is awesome. The brisket is legit. Haven't had brisket like this since I lived in Texas. Sitting out back near the creek is really nice too. They brought the food out really fast and were friendly. We live 90 minutes away and we'll drive back just to come here again. read more

Yelp! It's date night again! Creekside is jumping. Folks wants this barbecue. The fellas are holding down all the service tonight. And, they are doing an Amazing job! Way to go guys. I'm feeling all served. Bae got the spare rib dinner with fries and baked beans. Meat tasted good. Fries were delish. Baked beans were not as appetizing. They actually tasted straight out of a can with zero help or effort. I know there was attempted help, I saw the little bits of rib meat in them. I had the smash burger! When I say, this burger good. I paired it with fries and Mac and cheese. Mac and cheese was good, different, but good. Creekside is definitely worth a try. Oh, and them wings looked good. I have to come back for a bite. read more

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Best BBQ in the state! The BBQ pork is has a wonderful smoke favor, is moist and tender!

I visited for the first time this week, after seeing all of these rave reviews. From my experience, I feel like this is a more rounded approach: Cons: the brisket sandwich that I had was dry, specifically the meat itself. If you know BBQ, you know this is a *crime.* The portion size was also pretty standard, but overpriced ($15). I also had the Mac & cheese, which was very middle of the road. Neither item was particularly warm (room temp / lukewarm). Pros: everyone that works here is SUPER nice, and very helpful. The food was brought out quickly as well. The ambiance in Creekside is very nice and cozy - lots of seating, a back deck, and everything was very clean. Now, they may have other menu items that are 5 star, but this was what I came away with. Still worth considering if nearby, but in terms of the best BBQ around, I would disagree. read more

The corn casserole was by far the worst I have ever eaten. The baked beans tasted like Van camp pork n beans. I had the pulled chicken plate and was disappointed that you could not get white meat only. So over all score was a 4 out of 10 read more

What a jewel! There was a line out the door when we arrived, but don't let that deter you- we ordered and had food within 20 minutes. The smoked grits, pork belly and feta potato salad were all delicious! The grits are quite magical with a crispy cheese coating. The pork belly was lean and very tender- and that potato salad was surely different, creamy and habit forming! Service was great! read more

Creekside BBQ - Pork belly, smoked grits, feta potato salad- all legit! - Barbeque Near Me - Pelham, Alabama