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    Goondocks Bistro

    4.8 (25 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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    Steve H.

    This place is ligit! From the exterior I took it to mainly be a burger joint. However, it turns out they have barbecue! Smoked brisket, and pulled pork, and ribs. I tried the Smoked Brisket sandwich and it was incredibly good. Really top notch brisket. Smokey and tender and luscious. Can't wait to try the pulled pork sandwich next time. My wife had a smash burger, which was also really good. They don't have french fries, which seems odd for place that mostly serves burgers (didn't want to hassle with a deep fryer). They have barbecue joint sides instead. Baked beans. Cole slaw. Mac and cheese. I had mac and cheese, which was nothing special really. But that brisket! Wow! Outstanding. These folks do barbecue right.

    Brisket sandwich and Cole slaw.
    Chi N.

    Try the Brisket Chilli, it's amazing! I had a brisket sandwich with cole slaw which was delicious and had the brisket chilli to go. I had it for dinner that night and oh my, it was sooo goooood!!! Service was great, warm and,cozy ambiance. Highly recommend!

    Best brisket Sammy, this side of the Mississippi.
    Bill B.

    This was our first visit here and we were very impressed with the food, staff and decor. The beef brisket sandwich was the best I've had and my wife said the same about her brisket chili dog. We will definitely be back!

    Brisket sandwich and fries were amazing! Will definitely return any time we are in the area!

    Amazing brisket sandwhich and fries! Would drive to the area just for it! Staff was super friendly

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    Byeloth H.

    Stopped in here for lunch after coming back home from Long Beach. Really nice atmosphere.. friendly service. The food was really really good! I had the brisket sandwich with the mac and cheese and it was simply delicious! I would definitely come back here again. I tried the blooming onion and it was awesome. Much better than that other place.

    Brisket Chili Dog with Cheese.
    Jeanne B.

    This new spot in Astoria boasts pitsmoked BBQ, Artisan Burgers, and Goondocks hospitality. We had lunch and had to take about half home. My fresh housemade pasta side instead of fries was a great fresh option. Heather and John have done an amazing job at creating a new iconic restaurant in Astoria. With a nod to the Goonies, fans young and old poured in today. Highly recommend!!

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    Amazing and delicious bbq and service was fantastic. I got the chili dog which had a nice smokey flavor and they have fantastic cornbread.

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    This time I tried the brisket and ribs....so good, great place for all yur smoked meats and smash burgers

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    My new favorite restaurant. Fantastic ribs and brisket. Just delicious. I'll be back.

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    My wife and I visited Astoria for my birthday, and found Goondocks Bistro. We enjoyed a great meal with wonderful service, We will be back.

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