Diane was an outstanding server and made our experience wonderful!! Highly recommend the Saturday…read morebrunch buffet. Delicious!

Grace our server was great! The food was amazing! So much so that because we live over an hour…read moreaway, we got ribs to go! Nice place, only wish the seating was more comfortable. They smoke the meat, prepare the meat very well!!

Just made it back after a long hiatus. We went early on a Saturday night and had no wait. Our…read moreserver came by promptly with menus and took our drink order. We shared the very larged combo platter and an order of onion rings. The onion rings were perfect and it was a huge basket. We have always appreciated their hush puppies and they were fantastic tonight. We have always found their cornbread to be just so-so as we prefer a moistter version. The portions are bigger than I recall but the shortbread it the same. The cusumber side salad was good. The brisket, ribs and pulled pork were all really good, The brisket was so tender! We had to bring some home. Recommend!

Updating my review after the restaurant rebranded as a deli. Overall I'm disappointed with the…read morere-branding. I used to bring my family here regularly from GR when it was a BBQ joint, but after they changed it to a deli...well, let's just say it's not a destination any longer. Even though I was surprised with the transformation, I did try the menu. It was just...average. While I do get that perhaps Lowell didn't have a decent deli shop, SE Grand Rapids has several options. We don't have a lot of options for decent BBQ, so I am sad that it changed.

The ribs were dry The pizza was just ok…read moreThe Cole slaw was not good (at least in my husband's opinion). The pulled pork was good The brisket was not great No fries It was just not our cup of tea but our son and DIL love it soooooooo

Legit. Worth the…read moredrive. Attitude, ambiance, a stripped down model, great sauces, and (of course) great barbecue. We're always curious about destination restaurants that "go hard" and got that swag. From the second you pull in, park, and see the carbonite freezer, you know you're in for an experience. Barbecue doesn't need all the bells and whistles. Simple trays, picnic tables, and some basic choices. Dad ordered the pulled pork sandwich and loved how tender the pork was. I got the sampler and enjoyed literally every cut. Unsurprisingly, the brisket was m'fave. Ribs were a close second. And yes, I did enjoy dunking the perfectly seasoned wings into the spicy sauce. GREAT smoky afterbite/taste with each cut and the sauces (try them all) complement the smoke well. And they have a pizza oven? We're intrigued. We look forward to our next Kessel Run, barbecue detour, and sampler platter.

A friend recommended Judd's so we decided to take a drive down to Wayland and check it out. First,…read morethanks to my friend for the great recommendation! I looked up Judd's online before making the approximate 30 minute drive and was surprised to see they took reservations. Never knowing how busy they might be, I made one and was glad I did because when I arrived, there was only one table available besides the one I reserved. We were promptly shown to our table and greeted by our server Aubree. I would describe the menu as bar food on steroids. A full list of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and a few "main course" items are on the menu. It was also $3.00 margarita night (and they were quite good!) We were in the mood for burgers so that's what we ordered. We both ordered burgers and upgraded to the hand cut fries. Both were excellent. We both ordered medium rare. They were cooked perfectly and tasted great. When we go to a new place, we always look around to see what others are eating. We saw a pretty good cross section of the menu all of which looked good. I asked about the hand breaded chicken tenders. Rather than tell me, Aubree brought both of us a sample. They are a real possibility when we come again. (or maybe one of us will order bluegill, and the other a "Mother Clucker" which are chicken tenders and share). I need to devote a paragraph to our server Aubree. The restaurant was packed and she took care of each table like they were her only customer. Her service was so north of outstanding I think I'd go back even if the food wasn't so good. Another great find!!!

we loved this place, but the past 2 times the service and food has been horrible. we waited over…read more45 minutes for our food, the place was not busy, it was 5:30pm. I went to the waitress station to ask when our food would be out, three waitress were chatting away, she said "pretty soon" then went back to talking. when the food arrive is was warm, not hot, the chicken tenders were dark, like dirty oil, and was soaked in grease it was not eatable. we used to eat here once a week, need to find a new place. I did notice their appears to be a complete staff turnover, they are not the people that should be serving the public

2nd time here. First time the pizza was EXCELLENT, far better than any other in the surrounding Gun…read moreLake area. So went back to try one of two Specialty Pizzas. We tried the BBQ Chicken and it was good, just good. Chicken was of good quality and the dough helped to deliver good pizza. I have had A LOT of versions of this pizza over my 25-30 years this one was only good. If one of the brothers are paying attention hears some free actionable advice. Tweak the following to make it outstanding: slightly more chicken, use a ticker bbq sauce that's not watered down, add grilled or fresh slivered onions on the surface so they roast, add well cooked bacon, and then you will not need to add so much cheese because the other flavors will stand up on their own. Yes this might cost a little more but if it's outstanding the increased price won't be hard to swallow . ..see what I did there? lol. Judging by all the other reviews this does not look to be sold frequently or worth raving about. Thanks for the good pizza. We'll be back!

One of the best pizzas! The service was quick and friendly, and the pizza was great! We got the…read morebasic pepperoni pizza for take out and it was fresh out of the oven when we got there! The sauce is less sweet, which is awesome and lots and lots of cheese. The crust was thin and toasted perfectly! Super fresh and tasty! Definitely will be back!

Hear ye, hear ye! Gather round, good townsfolk, and lend thine ears to this most noble proclamation…read moreof feasting and fare! Upon the noontide hour of the twenty-sixth day of April, in the year of our Lord Two Thousand and Twenty-Five, did we, a merry assembly of kin and companion, venture forth to City Barbecue, nestled upon the thoroughfare of 28th Street in the bustling township of Kentwood. With hearty expectation did I partake of the Sampler Platter, wherein rested the venerable pastrami and brisket--each tender and flavorful, a feast most worthy of admiration. To accompany these fine meats, the baked beans, rich and savory, did shine as a beacon of excellence amidst Michigan's smoky halls of barbecue. Yet alas! The green beans, woeful in their mushiness and devoid of vibrance, did fall short of their noble duty. My fair daughter did receive the More Cowbell sandwich, which by her esteemed judgment was most agreeable to the palate. Yet, the coleslaw, bland and uninspired, suffered the cruel fate of neglect upon the plate. Her gallant suitor did brave the Two-Meat Sampler, electing to double upon the pulled pork--a wise choice, for its succulence did earn his highest praise. Yet the macaroni and cheese, though pleasant in taste, did find itself burdened by pasta that hath been overcooked beyond its prime. Lo, a most fortuitous discovery! For in this hall of smoked delicacies did we chance upon Diet Dr Pepper, a rare and cherished libation oft absent from the public houses of our land. Thirsts were slaked, spirits lifted! As the feast drew to its end, my daughter did indulge in the banana pudding, a confection of unparalleled delight, which earned her highest commendation. And though the meal, in temperature, lacked the warmth that hearts desired, its flavors yet prevailed, ensuring our satisfaction. Thus, let this proclamation be known: City Barbecue doth provide a repast both bounteous and delectable, though frailties in heat and select offerings doth mar an otherwise noble table. Go forth, ye seekers of smoky sustenance, and partake if thou dost dare! I give them but know they can achieve higher, and I look forward to seeing that happen. The server at the cash register was quite friendly and helpful.

This place is unreal. Great relaxing and casual atmosphere, great sauces....and oh my the BBQ is…read moreexcellent. Top it off with some great sides and friendly people. Love it. AAA+++

The perfect stop for some snacks on our drive. They had a huge assortment of smoked meats and fish…read moreready to eat. We sampled the smoked shrimp and it was delicious. They have a large assortment of frozen specialties fish, beef and other farm table products as well as locally made cheeses and spreads and canned items. Service was amazingly friendly. It's a small little shop just one room, but definitely leaves a big impression.

Very disappointing experience. I drove 30 minutes each way after being told this place was the best…read moreand was excited to try them for the first time. Unfortunately, the service did not live up to the hype. I paid for smoking, flavoring, and individual vacuum sealing in small packages. What I received was a disorganized mess. None of the packages were labeled, and everything was tossed into a box with two loose labels floating around--we had no idea which flavor was which. Several packages were leaking, and many were poorly sealed with air inside. That completely defeats the purpose of vacuum sealing, which is meant to preserve the fish. Before writing this review, I contacted the business. I was told to "just eat the poorly sealed ones first." Really? We paid extra for vacuum sealing to avoid having to rush through the fish. I was also reminded that the seals aren't guaranteed, which I understand--but they should at least be sealed properly when I pick them up. They sell meat in their store, and I guarantee they wouldn't sell anything in the condition they gave me. I love supporting local businesses, but as customers, we also have to be mindful of where we spend our money. This wasn't a cheap service, and the lack of care and follow-through and customer service was incredibly disappointing.

We ate here last night. The food was good and all the servers were nice. They were training new…read moregirls at the register and the hit loaded Mac instead of dorrachos. They fixed it quickly and apologized profusely. Not a problem! The portions were huge!

Wow, finally, a great place to get BBQ in the Grandville area! My wife and I had a taste for BBQ,…read moreand historically the area has had average at best chain bbq joints. What a pleasant surprise to find Sweet Racks and Smokin' Butts BBQ! We stopped in on a Sunday afternoon, probably around 2pm or so, the inside was bigger than I was expecting, plenty of seating, not cramped...and great background music :-). We were both in the mood for brisket - my wife opted for the loaded mashed potatoes with brisket and I got the 2 meat meal and went with chopped brisket for both meats (a total of 1/2 lb), I decided on the mac and cheese and the smoked beans. We decided to dine in, our food came out pretty quick - maybe 10 minutes tops. Holy cow - WOW - it was amazing - the brisket was fantastic, the mac & cheese was delicious...I wasn't expecting much from the beans, they're usually an afterthought. Not these - they were the most unique smoked beans I've had - a surprise sweetness (just enough to throw me off) - and a bit of heat, just the right amount for me - Not too hot where it detracts from the flavor, but enough to say "I'm not your average baked beans with some smoky flavor." The "only" thing I wish is they had was adult beverages - a cold beer would have been icing on the cake....although, there is a brewery literally a stone's throw away. I should've asked if the brewery allows you to bring over food - or now that it's getting nice out, some outdoor seating between the two would have been great...hint hint :-) One piece of advice, when we got there, the ribs had already sold out - must be really popular, as someone had come in where we were there wanting to get ribs and decided to wait and come back just for the ribs. So, you probably need to get there earlier if you're expecting ribs. Knowing that, we'll have to go earlier next time and give them a shot. At any rate, the food and service was awesome, we'll definitely be back! Keep up the great work!

This is a charming small town brewery. We can count on the quality of the food and brews delivering…read morewithout having to drive to Grand Rapids!

The appetizers were incredibly fast, which they should be. The food was delicious. The service was…read moregreat. The ambience was full of Cheesie metal SINES so make you laugh some make you cringe. But definitely worth the drive if you don't already live in Hastings. The pizza was pretty fire the burger I think was even better.

If you enjoy tender, smokey, spicy brisket with generous portions, then this is the place for you…read more I arrived hungry and am leaving really full. I ordered the Sloppy Scott and got a sandwich with incredibly flavorful and tender brisket ends, coleslaw with a lot of crunch, and pimento Mac and cheese that was incredibly creamy and delicious. The brisket had just the right amount of spice that let you know it was there. If I lived in Grand Rapids Two Scotts would be a regular stop for me.

I think the last 3 or 4 times I've gone here they've been out of everything worth getting by…read more11:30am. They're decent bbq but they're just a pulled pork place after noon.