Best BBQ I've had in all of my 5 years of living in DC. I wish I would have found this place sooner. Also good vibes on a weekend night with the DJ they have there. Adequate space as well read more

One of my favorite BBQ places in DC. Not quite the same as the BBQ in the South, but I'll take it! The service was pretty fast cooking up my order and serving to me. There's plenty of seating indoors and in the covered patio area. The one thing I wish about this place was that they serve desserts like banana pudding! Definitely recommend folks to swing by though read more

DCity Smokehouse - Pulled Pork and sides! - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I have had some of the best BBQ in the country in Memphis and Detroit, and I did not come in with my nose up thinking that I should hold DC BBQ to this standard, but gosh we were so disappointed here and I ended up having indigestion issues from the spicy beans. The food was very overpriced for the portion sizes (it was laughable what I ended up getting for what I had paid) and is it just me or are others getting tired of immigrant staff members who have not and or refuse to command the English language working in the front having communication hurdles and obstacles with you over a basic order, this issue is happening with more Black owned businesses as well as others. Look ladies and gentlemen cheaper does not always mean better, but I digress. The food came out surprisingly very fast which to me I had noticed with skepticism as there is a lot of processed type of meats here. The sandwich relies on a lot of bread, and cheese (brisket) with very think slices of meat, so it is like eating a grilled cheese sandwich. The potato salad had big chunks of pickles and even though I know potato salad at restaurants are not going to taste like homemade version a lot of the times, but still the level of attention to detail was missing a bit with chucks in the potato salad. There should be regular fries not just spicy and same with beans. The restaurant caters towards the White and foreign gentrification of the city by ignoring and distancing itself from the Black community of the city. The transient dollar always wins, as Shaw is the most intensively gentrified neighborhood in DC for good reason. I would personally stick with Mission BBQ and maybe Famous Daves chains, if you are not going to be a homemade pit master or cook yourself those ribs for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Sometimes you want to treat yourself from always cooking in the kitchen, but gosh can these places step their game up and stop selling out? What is next we will have raisins and fruit in our potato salad? I came in excited thinking this place was going to be amazing, but there needs to be a bit of improvement with the food quality. The bartender was friendly, personable, and had great energy which is a plus, but the take out experience was worst than mediocre. It is one of those one and done spots. I gave it a shot, but felt uneasy and disappointed, something just seemed off with the experience honestly here. read more

Look, there are two versions of me. The disciplined, sensible version, and the version that orders the smoked wings, ribs, AND potato salad without a single regret. This restaurant is exclusively for the second version. I don't come here often because I respect myself. But when I do? Oh, it's a whole event. The smoked wings are everything, the ribs hold up every single time, the smoked chicken is to die for, and that potato salad has absolutely no business being that good. Bonus: one order feeds me for like three days. Three. Days. The portion sizes alone deserve a five-star review. This is my naughty place and I am at peace with that. read more

I'm not sure what took me so long to try this spot but all of the food is absolutely delicious. My friends and I got the DCity Showstopper which is a platter that costs about $75 but it is the perfect size and value when spilt amongst four people. The potato salad, the greens (sweet and spicy), the meats, the French fried onions were all on point! We did dine in, it's a smaller space with no frills but with food and drinks that tasty you truly don't need much else. You order near the front and wait for them to bring your order out. Service with a platter that big was actually quite prompt. They do have a bar area as well. I'll be back soon. Perhaps today. read more

Vibe: Feels like a straightforward neighborhood BBQ spot. Nothing fancy, just good smoked food. Food: I ordered the smoked wings (12) and the spicy greens. The wings were seasoned just right and honestly didn't need sauce. If you want one though, go with the cilantro ranch. The BBQ sauce wasn't sweet or smoky, I'm still trying to figure out what the flavor was. Also, I got 9 drums and 3 flats, which was a little off, I'd prefer a 6/6 split. Online you cannot do all flats or all drums The spicy greens are meat-free and I even called both to make sure. had good flavor, but they were more sweet and spicy to me not just spicy. Service / Timing: The cashier wasn't very welcoming. No hello, no thank you, nothing. That definitely stood out for these prices. Value: Pretty pricey for what I got. My total was $27.55 for 12 wings and greens. HIGH Highlight: WINGS. Wrap-Up: Despite the service and the price, the food was good. I will be back for the wings! read more

Hungry after church, we decided to stop here for lunch. We came to DC to study at a coffee shop but needed to grab food prior. We searched the InKind app since it had a 20% cash back offer and were pleased to find DCity on it. The menu had great selections and was still simple enough. Just two of the platters allowed us to try all the items on the menu we were most interested in. Ordering was easy and we chose to dine in. The food came out to us in less than 10 minutes. We enjoyed every item we ordered. My wife's favorite were the hush puppies and mine were the wings. The place has a nice bbq restaurant look and feel. The only downside was how loud the music was and the choice of music. We would have appreciated something more family friendly. Otherwise , it was a nice visit and we were overall well pleased. read more

DCity Smokehouse - Ribs and Wings Combo, Smokehouse Meat Platter - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The ribs and wings combo with spiced fries almost made me fall asleep in the afternoon. I ordered it for lunch: thinking it was going to be a decently tasty and decently portioned. Well, I was wrong. It was super delicious and the portions were huge. I loved the seasoning on the wings and fries! There were hints of sugar and that just made them taste even better! The ribs were also juicy and tender! The only downside was that I was sleepy from 1-5pm read more

DCity Smokehouse - Ribs and Wings Combo - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Their BBQ is awesome. Everything I've had here is great. The Meaty Palmer has been on their menu for years and is not to be missed. The location is wonderful, on a corner with some trees and outside seating and well as plenty of indoor seating. The service is good, order, pay and fund a seat. If you've never been here, you need to give it a try. read more

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Food: 7/10 Pretty decent BBQ. Definitely scratches your smoked and grilled meats itch. Good menu of options. The wings were pretty solid. Brisket could be a touch more moist. Service: 10/10 Friendly and effective. You order your food, seat yourself and wait for good eats and grilled meats to come to you.. Ambiance: 8/10 Chill and casual. A good amount of picnic tables equipped with rolls of paper towels. And yes, you'll need those for the sauce covered fingers. read more

If you're looking for good quality bbq, this just may be your place. I'm originally from Arkansas and bbq is a staple in our diet, making me extremely picky when it comes to trying new places, so please keep that in mind when reading my review. We came in around 2pm on a Friday and it wasn't busy. My sister, mom and I ordered ribs, brisket, chicken wings, Mac and cheese, greens and baked beans at the counter and took a seat in the balcony area. We loved the decor and took a few photos just because it was so cute! Now let's get into the food. I don't eat pork but my mom loved the ribs! 10/10 Everyone loveeeeeed the wings!! They were perfectly smoked, seasoned and tender. 10/10 The brisket was ehhhh okay. Not enough seasoning for my liking. Maybe a little more salt and pepper would do the trick. 5/10 I could do without trying the beans and greens ever again. I've definitely made better at home. 3/10 I personally didn't care for the bbq sauce. That's what made the beans have an after taste, that was undesired. The ranch, however, was good! I prefer a more vinegar based bbq sauce and this wasn't that. Overall, I would give them another try for the drinks and wings again! read more

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I recently ordered a brisket sandwich for takeout and received my order on-time. The sandwich was on the small side for the price ($21 before fees). The brisket was a little tough but good overall. I liked the pickles and onions, and the BBQ sauce had great flavor (I wish it had come with a second container). Overall, DCity Smokehouse was a solid BBQ spot. read more

DCity Smokehouse - Brisket Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The brisket champ is a reminder that sometimes just a brisket, pickles, and barbecue sauce inside Texas toast is all you need. It's a simple sandwich but it hits the spot. I also got hush puppies, which served as a solid side dish. read more

DCity Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We tried this on a rainy Friday night after arriving in DC. Four of us ordered the DC city showstopper Wings, brisket, rib tips and three large sides-Brussel sprouts, potato salad, and fries. It turned out to be a lot of food and with one guy and three ladies it was far more than we needed but a great way to try the menu. Service was pretty fast. It was loud with a sort of small party and DJ so we sat in the heated outdoor space. Not ideal for a calm dinner after a day of traveling but nice folks so we took it all in. The rib tips were good and smoky yet a bit tough. The brisket really tender and tasty. The smoked wings really good. Pretty good bbq dipping sauce. I love sprouts and cook them often. Theirs was a huuuge order and really tasty with a good mayo based dipping sauce. The fries very well seasoned and tasty good. The potato salad was ok but not slap your momma good. I'd like to try other things on our next visit like the half smoke or pulled pork. Over the years I must have driven by here a million times and glad we finally tried it! Not the best bbq joint ever but a reliably good experience at a fair price for sure. read more

DCity Smokehouse - The "aftermath" after 4 people dined on the showstopper! - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

10/10 hospitality and service and the excellent food is a plus!! Highly recommend if you're in the area

I visited DC from Atlanta and Googled "Best Barbecue". DC City was near the top. I really enjoyed my first few dinners of ribs, greens, baked beans, and Cole slaw. The food is authentically great. By the third trip my admiration vanished when the price of 4 bones went from $22 to ONE rib bone for $15! Regardless of the effect of inflation, this increase was usury, gouging, and untenable. The Morehouse School graduate owner should know better. Overall his profits will decrease. Too bad. I'll never come there again. He gets a 3 for the food but a 1 for bad business practices. read more

This little gem in the city is soooo delicious and when I mean good it's good. A bit pricey but super delicious . The ambiance is just right for a barbecue joint nothing to upscale but clean. The service is on point they acknowledge you as soon as you walk into the door. I always find a seat at the bar. They have the best daiquiris ever and they get you Litty.. a small is $22 and the large is $33 but to me it's worth it. I always go for the the smoked wings and ribs combo cause I'm a fat girl it comes with 1 side now if you ask me I think it should come with 2 but nonetheless do yourself a favor and order another side to go with your meal because their sides SLAPPPPP!!!!! I definitely recommend the fire brussels sprouts and I also recommend the potato salad now Black people. It is a bit different from ours, but it's good lol read more

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This was probably one of the best food trucks I've ever tried! The food was absolutely delicious, and the customer service was great -- especially when I asked for extra sauce (which they kindly provided). It was a bit pricey at $27, and I did notice about a $4 upcharge compared to their restaurant menu, but I understand that may be due to the added costs of operating a food truck. That said, the quality made it worth it. The fried Brussels with the sauce were a standout, and both the chicken and ribs were packed with flavor. If I had more time, I honestly would've gone back for a second order! read more

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Its BBQ made with love. Come with friends and share the love. We were so hyped to come here. First, the location is great, its within the historic neighborhood of U Street, it means something to have a black-owned business here and STAY here. has been other locations but when you think about food history, and when you think about how people show up for their community, this is what you want out of the DC food experience. We came so stumped with what to eat, the menu is very refined to the best you would expect out of classic BBQ joints, no frills, no salad. I love how BBQ menus are so honest and candid with what they want to offer, its such a good indicator that they are confident in what goes on in the smokers and the quality of the food they're producing. We had been anticipating coming to this place since we haven't been disappointed by DC BBQ so as a group of 5 we ordered the DC City Showstopper with Coleslaw, Hushpuppies, Smoky Brisket Chili (+Fried Brussel Sprouts and Spiced Fries) and little did we know the owner himself took our order. He seemed so happy that we ordered something to get a real taste and feel of the place he's been creating. He had such positive notes on our order and made sure that it was personally delivered by him with all the condiments to our hearts content. He let us know that the BBQ sauce is made in house (which you would be surprised and disappointed how many BBQ spots do not do that nowadays) which was vibrant, sweet, smokey, and tangy! Perfect to pair with the pork and chicken items we ordered, my only ask is that we got more or a container for the table because it was so yum! The brisket had a beautiful dark bark from the smoking, pink interior, soft, fall apart, and tender from the fat left on. It was also great the next day. Rib tips were great for those who need an introductory course in rib eating. One of our friends recently transitioned from a vegetarian diet so we really wanted to make it a point to visit and introduce bone-in eating. The rib tips had a good amount of meat and the smokey flavor of the rub came through! Everyone enjoyed the wings, which were large, juicy, fully coated and so unexpected coming from a BBQ place, but so worth the reorder!! Sides were also perfect as they can be. Hushpuppies had bits of corn kernels which I like to see, they were also perfectly fried and crisp. Fries were similar to a sweet-bbq rub, admittedly we thought they would be spicy so maybe change the name to "seasoned" rather than "Spiced," the texture was great. Fried Brussel Sprouts were so large and delicious, the leaves of the brussel sprout fan out as they fry in oil so it feels like a cruciferous based chip that gets the same treatment of the Spiced Fries, if you're indecisive, choose the Brussels, it paired so well with the natural flavor of the sprout. Coleslaw was simple but cooling to the palette. Chili was so flavorful stewing and developing a deep flavor from all the brisket! It would be great over something else like the fries or a starch like potato or Mac & Cheese as its own order. I love it when a restaurant does House Pickles because its such a bright and acidic way to elevate the meaty flavors you have that dominate the plate. Also shout out to the cilantro aioli, you wouldn't expect it, but it was such a nice change out of the sauces you would normally expect out of a BBQ spot. Its almost zesty and cooling so its great to add to fries or any of your meat. Overall, we can tell that this menu was carefully crafted with flavors that compliment and let the BBQ shine and do its thing. Sides might be eaten with the meal but they are also stand alone good, so you can tell there was a lot of quality check and thought behind what you see on a menu, even if its similar to other menus. I encourage you to notice these subtleties in BBQ joints because that's why it matters to open up their own with their distinct craft of BBQ. I always respect a smokehouse and the work they put in to make this nourishing and soul healing food. It feels celebratory, it feels welcoming, and I must come back! read more

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a vegan walks into a smoke house... to support her friends ! lemme start with what I got: spiced fries and fried brussel sprouts. the name "spiced" fries gave me the impression that these would have a cajun, savory with a bit of heat, type seasoning. there was some savory, but also some sweet (there was def some sugar in the seasoning) maybe that's the way it's done up here, but it wasnt my fav. I drown my fries in ketchup anyhow (which already has a sweetness of its own) but $9 for a small side was too much to justify getting these again. fried brusell sprouts, more or less the same thing; savory sweet, almost candied. not bad but again would have reeled in the sweetness a bit. the hospitality we received was unmatched. either the manager or the owner took our order, gave us our food and checked on us periodically to make sure all was well. He was super generous with the sauces: barbecue, cilantro ranch, chipotle mayo and good ole ketchup. apparently, sauces are made in house specifically tailored to pair perfectly with the menu items. Couldn't try the ranch obviously, but the barbecue sauce was so unique, not too sweet, absolutely delicious. chipotle mayo was less so, just tasted like mayo with some paprika added for color (yeah it's got eggs in it but sometimes I bend the rules a bit, ok?) friends got the showstopper platter which was plenty to feed them with leftover after. they gave glowing reviews (the wings were their fav if I recall correctly). I speak for us all when I say we were well attended and served! my final message: Carnivores,support this local business !!! read more

DCity Smokehouse - hush Hushpuppies, Dcity Showstopper Platter - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Visited the establishment early Saturday and the smell was amazing. Customer service was friendly atmosphere is sporty with lots of TVs. Purchase à la carte meats and was a little disappointed in their flavor. Everything was over salted. Highlight? The spicy collard greens. Worth a return? Nah. read more

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Omg the fries were the best in the world Cajun I think The wings also bomb af The sauces I love the green and orange sauces You might have to ask for the orange sauce Service - I arrived and my order was not ready even though door dash said it's ready Ambiance had live dj super cool ! :) read more

DCity Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing meat but they take equal care with the sides. The greens are killer - i normally add hotsauce and other things to doctor up commercial greens , but I ate these straight out the bowl. Relaxes atmosphere and the folks behind the counter want you to have a great experience. read more

I've ordered here twice, both times I got the smoked wings. They are so good and filling. I've ordered the dozen size with a side of fries and can't manage to eat it all in one sitting. The cilantro ranch is a nice touch, but the sweet bbq sauce takes the cake. I've only had it delivered via uber eats, and the food always arrived fresh and warm. read more

DCity Smokehouse - Dcity Pit Smoked Wings - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We have only ordered this place from uber eats. Their smoked wings are just delicious with this sweat and spicy rub that comes on them. We have tried almost all of their sides and they lowkey suck. Mac and cheese was watery and flavorless. Chili tasted fatty and greasy. Hush puppies were bland. Brussel sprouts tasted like they soaked them for days in rice vinegar. Fries are boring and soggy. The only side that has been decent is their onion fries. So I'd recommend steering clear of the sides unless you want to be disappointed. But their wings are yummy read more

If you're looking for good brisket in DC, DC Smokehouse is the spot. I almost always order the brisket sandwich, and it never misses. The brisket is flavorful, tender, and clearly the star of the menu. That's really what you come here for, and they do it right. Where things fall a bit short for me is the sides. For the price, most of them just don't feel worth it. The mac and cheese isn't anything special, and while the hush puppies are okay, you don't get many of them, which makes it hard to justify the cost. Because of that, I usually skip the sides altogether, grab the sandwich, and keep it moving. They also have daiquiri options, which are actually pretty solid if you're into frozen drinks. Overall, DC Smokehouse delivers where it matters most: the brisket. The pricing and value of the sides are really the only things holding it back from a higher rating for me, but if you stick to the brisket sandwich, you won't be disappointed. read more

Been ordering delivery for a while or doing dine-in and the quality has changed recently. Which is disappointing especially given the cost for delivery. Rib tips and brisket were tough, dry and overcooked. The Smokey and spice rub flavor was there but the meat needed bbq sauce b/c it was so dry. and I think good bbq should be able to stand on its own sauce or not. Maybe the cuts of meat aren't as great as they use to be as well. Collard greens were sweet rather than spicy, mushy and inedible. Hush puppies had no flavor in the breading. Baked beans & pickles still good! Right balance of spice and sweet. read more

This review is for the Marion Barry Ave. Location. I ordered the Beef Brisket sandwich. Thick, tough, and tasteless. Inedible. Fries were not good either. They had some kind of sugary thing going on. Don't waste your time or money. Go down the street to Sapodillas. read more

This place has the best wings ever! I finally ate at the restaurant (usually ordering take out). The service was great and they had great music. I honestly wasn't a big fan of the mac and jack cheese, kind of bland. The greens were both sweet and spicy, which paired well with the wings. We also got two daiquiris which were good! I will always eat here when I visit DC! read more

DCity Smokehouse - DCity Daiquiris Mac and Jack Cheese Spicy Collard Greens Dcity Pit Smoked Wings - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The food is really yummy and consistent. The portions are nice and they're always kind. It's worth the price. I enjoyed their Mac & Cheese and Hush Puppies read more

1st - I'm from Los Angeles 2nd - I'm a return customer from a previous family trip to DC. We remembered liking this place but couldn't remember what we had. Going back was a great choice for us & made this a staple that we will visit every time we go back. As a husky fella, the food was most important. As a certified grill master (check my references) I was expecting to be underwhelmed. I was WRONG!!! And so glad about it. The ribs were "dance in your seat good" (without the sauce) once you add the sauce, which was a perfect compliment, you might have to stand-up and salute the chef. The wife got a brisket sandwich, trying to play it safe and avoid disappointment (please remember she is married to a certified grill master). *Ahem* When her sandwich was soooo good she had another, I went looking for the chef to slap him across the face with my leather glove and challenge him to a duel. I thought I had lost my wife for a minute. I recovered slightly when she assured me my meat was perfect for her and this vacation meat didn't mean anything to her... I digress. Even the fries were good. The 7yr old ate ALL of his food. Ok, food was good. What about the service? A++ There were two other families present. The manager/bartender/DJ was playing the hits! However, one song was a little too adult for this crowd, with a quickness he changed the song to a more "appropriate" hit. My wife noticed immediately and was very appreciative. I thought the man with the dreads, who has a little one of his own, was the owner. His great service shined with every request. One lady wanted a "gluten-free" mixed drink (OK, idk what her dietary restriction was, but think organic oat milk type order). Buddy looked up the ingredients and accommodated her request & thanked her for making that request so he could be more knowledgeable. Now you see why I thought he was the owner? Food + Service makes this a spot that will always be on the itinerary. For those who want pictures, I was in the moment enjoying a meal with the family #sorrynopicsjustmemories read more

we wanted this to be better but unfortunately it was not. Service was well weird. Food was all cold and didn't have a good taste either. The decor was the only thing that was worth mentioning. Definitely wouldn't be back and do not recommend as it was extremely over priced. read more

DCity Smokehouse - Bar area - Barbeque Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I don't know who taught these folk how to smoke wings, but somebody GIVE THEM THEIR FLOWERS!!! cause BAYBEEEE I ordered them two nights in a row while on a business trip thru grubhub. I would seriously return to DC just for this place. The fried brussels sprouts, jalapeño grits were out of this WORLDDDD!!! Why is this place in Houston????!!!!! Life is not fair :-( ISSAGOOOO!!!! read more

Being from Kansas City this is the best BBQ in DC. Great smoke flavor, no sauce needed. The ribs were so tender and had so much meat on them. The rib tips just the same, so much meat and so tender. Do t get rib tips at too many places in KC so this was really a treat for me. Will definitely go back the next time I'm in DC. read more

As a vegetarian, I loved this place and will be coming back! The customer service was incredible, the vibes were great, and my cherry blossom frozen daiquiri was so good my friends were stealing sips from mine. My meat eating friends loved their pulled pork sandwiches, and we all had a wonderfully great time. The people who run this place deserve all the love in the world. Definitely a DC staple and worth visiting time and time again! read more

Wings Brisket was juicy and flavorful; greens were on point and the Jack Mac and cheese was outstanding. I grabbed a quick lunch there but I'm definitely going back for the wings! read more

Although it came kinda cold because Uber eats took forever, it was still very good!! I can still taste the rich quality of the meat. The fries were still delicious! I can only imagine how bomb it'll be if I were to try it at the actual location and warm/hot! I highly recommend this place. They also have many different sandwich options, I was overwhelmed and couldn't decide, given it was my first time! I went with the smokehouse melt sandwich and loved it! I can't wait to try the other sandwich read more

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I ordered the brisket cheesesteak off of DoorDash. The sandwich was not good and will make your stomach hurt.

Flavorful, well-seasoned meats which are, for the most part, well-cooked and tender with just the right amount of fattiness. While some items are overcooked, that may be attributable to the volume of cooking barbecue items; if we are being entirely fair. Sometimes you'll get a good cook/cut, sometimes you won't; it's the lay of the land. I will note, however, that I was not enthused by the sides (namely the macaroni which did not do anything particularly exceptional nor different). The location and parking availability leaves a lot to be desired. That aside, the price, value, and quantity are all pretty good. Overall, I recommend trying this place at least once. read more

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First time trying BBQ in DC. Upon entering, we were greeted by the most welcoming staff. The flavor of the food was great, and the portion size was plentyful. The atmosphere was nice. We plan to be back again soon.The location was easy to find. 12am update The left over are just as good. read more

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