HooDoo Brown is the best friggin BBQ on the east coast!! there is not a better spot you can find! the quality of all the food and service is off the wall! they smoke everything to perfection. the brisket is among the best in the country. pit it up against anything! please stop by if you are in the area or make a little trip out to the gorgeous town of Ridgefield and come to HooDoo Brown BBQ! read more

We started out with the bacon in a jar. This was cooked perfectly and started out our delicious meal. We then ordered the Holy Trinity again, which has the brisket, ribs, and a jalapeno sausage. The brisket was juicy and falling apart. ( It was so good!). The ribs were also good and we putting their sauce in them! The max and cheese had a bit of a zing to it, which actually made it stand out. The service was great again and the atmosphere was great. We love coming here and wished we lived closer. read more

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Still some really good BBQ! My favorite is still the beef brisket. We ordered a set menu item that is supposed to come with ribs, brisket and 2 sausages. They were out of sausages so we requested pork belly (wasn't a fan). But I am confused on if they are out of an item for the pre-selected board, why wouldn't you have another item ready to be in its place for no up charge? We were charged separately for the pork belly. The nachos were good but not a lot of pulled pork. And the pork ribs were fabulous. read more

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Finally back after a few years and glad we went. Wait time was quoted at 1 1/2 hours for 6 of us, so we went to the bar. Staff was friendly and helpful. It was prime time on a Saturday night. But we were sat pretty quickly. For apps we ordered Bacon in a jar and the Texas Poutin. We ordered Table breaker to share, mac n cheese(yum), Brussel sprouts(amazing)and cole slaw (really good)for sides. We had SOOOOO much meat for the Table Breaker. Definitely generous servings. The staff were all super nice and attentive. It wasn't too loud in there. Someone was always checking on our table. They heard us say it was our son's bday and made sure to recognize it in a big way. Will definitely be back. read more

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I was driving by when I saw a sign for this place and quickly chose to stop and grab dinner. I thought I'd have to go inside the restaurant for takeout but they conveniently had a window outside with a giant menu to order, I thought that was great. The menu had a good variety and deff on the pricey side, however, it's bbq food so it's almost expected. Outside you can also see the smoker/grill and you can smell the delish food as you make your choice of what to get. When I was finally ready, I placed my order in the small window and the lady that took my order was really nice, I ordered a full rack of ribs, some Mac and cheese and sweet potato fries, they told me it would be about a 20min wait. Once I got my food, the guy that handed to me doubled checked that everything was in the container and gave it to me, again, really nice service. As for the food, the Mac and cheese looked really good but it needed more flavor, the ribs where very well cooked, however, it lacked a LOT of sauce, lucky for me I had some bbq sauce at home, and the sweet potato fries were not crispy at all, I think they were too soggy, I was hungry so I ate it all, specially because it was a hefty price BUT it left me wanting for more. Was it good but not great, was it Memphis quality? No, but it definitely has potential. When I think of BBQ, I think of saucy and lots of flavor, and unfortunately it felt short. Now because of their really nice staff, I'd go back and try something else and see if it's any better. read more

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We finally made it to one of the top BBQ spots in CT, and now we understand why it's always spoken about so highly! Hoodoo has definitely taken the number one spot in our ranking of best bbq in the state. From the nachos, to the brisket and even the smoked turkey, everything was incredible! It was a great spot to catch up with friends from the area. Attentive service as well, but we didn't feel rushed, even considering a wait was starting to form for weekend lunch. Can't wait to come back and try more, this is a meal I'll be thinking about for a while! read more

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The food is good. One of the best bbq spots in Connecticut. Good dessert options. Don't be surprised is what you want is sold out if you come late. read more

Hoodoo Brown BBQ - Platter brisket Brussels. Pork belly. - Barbeque Near Me - Ridgefield, Connecticut

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Every Thursday night is prime rib night at Hoo Doo's. I'm just a regular customer that loves great food and service. This where you have to go. So welcoming and off the charts tasty. Warm and comforting setting. Enjoy it. read more

Hoodoo Brown BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Ridgefield, Connecticut

My wife loves barbecue, so our early Mother's Day celebration brought us to Hoodoo Brown BBQ (based on a foodie friend's recommendation). After an hour long drive, we get to the restaurant at 6pm on Saturday. Understandably, the parking lot was quite full, though we managed to find a spot on the other side of lot. Stepping in the restaurant, the place looked quaint but clean, but that's about all I can say as we were told that our group of 4 would need an hour and a half wait. Thankfully, their take out register outside got us some food in 20 minutes. We ordered the Table Breaker (1 beef rib, 2 halves of chicken, a full rack of pork ribs, a pound of brisket, and cornbread), a side of mac and cheese, and Texas Poutine - all of this for $250. We found a table on the other side of the lot (a little shop around the corner that closes pretty early), so we made ourselves comfortable there, though I'm sure they wouldn't appreciate anyone doing this during business hours. But we weren't going to wait an hour drive home before digging in. I loved the Texas Poutine, though more cheese curds would have made it pop a bit more. The brisket was melt in your mouth tender. Pork ribs were flavorful and tender as well. The chicken was a bit on the dry side, but the skin was perfection! Cornbread is not southern style, so don't expect much sweetness there. Didn't leave room for the beef rib so the jury is still out. There is definitely plenty of leftovers for a few days, so the price for what you get works out pretty well. I wish we could've checked out the restaurant properly, but timing just didn't work out. If this location were at a mall or other location where you could do some sightseeing or window shopping, I probably would have waited. Regardless, the food was fantastic, and if we're in the neighborhood, I would definitely come back. read more

Hoodoo Brown BBQ - Table Breaker - Barbeque Near Me - Ridgefield, Connecticut

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This place has been on our radar for some time and we were finally able to make it in for a visit. You know when you are pulling up you're in for a treat when you see the smoke billowing from the smokers outside, and the smell hits you before you step inside. The place was packed and the wait was expected for this type of destination. The staff was super friendly and engaging. Our server gave us a good tour of the extensive menu, and there are so many choices its hard to pick. The food we chose was all amazing (and we had plenty to take home with us to enjoy later). The flow of food they produce and how fast it gets to the table hot and fresh is impressive with how busy they were on a Saturday. There was even a non stop flow of people picking up takeout trays. Kudos to the whole crew at HooDoo Brown. read more

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Finally got around to stopping in for dinner after driving by this place for a long time. FOOD: Started with Smoked Chicken Wings and they were very good with a buffalo sauce that had a nice "kick" to it. Wings were good sized. The Battle of Ridgefield and the Hogzilla were both very good (Hogzilla a touch on the dry side). My son enjoyed his Brisket Grilled Cheese, and the portion size and taste of the Corn Bread was great. Tried a link of their Chicken Sausage and would get it again! Craft cocktail and beer was good (limited beer selection). SERVICE: Our server (E) was great and kindly gave us a rundown of the menu items and how it all gets served at your table. Food came out under 15 minutes. AMBIANCE: Spread out interior broken up into 3 sections, with a nice bar area. Sat next to a large window but was not cold. Pricing was reasonable. Would recommend you go and try it! read more

First time trying Texas style BBQ! We went an hour before closing so alot of the meats were sold out but we got to try the brisket, turkey, and sausage. The brisket and turkey was really tender and juicy. The sausage wasn't our favorite. It was pretty dry and salty. The corn bread was also quite dense and wasn't my favorite but the slaw and the mac and cheese was great and complemented the meat well. The staff was really nice and explained everything well to us since it was our first time trying! I do want to go back to try out some other meat options. read more

Hoodoo Brown serves excellent BBQ fare! You can order meat by the 1/2 pound with sides to share or opt for sandwiches as individual dishes. Each sandwich also comes with a side of choice. Highly recommend the Battle of Ridgefield - juicy, charred brisket with crunchy crackling and coleslaw. I also loved the mac & cheese as side, which had a decent cheese to pasta ratio and a nice pinch of pepper. Service was efficient and friendly, and there are a good number of tables inside for dining in as well as a separate Take-Out area. Parking is however quite challenging! read more

Hoodoo Brown not only has the best barbecue food, but everyone there is so friendly! The brisket is the best i've ever had, they have amazing sausages and different rotating flavors. I live over an hour away and this is the only barbecue I'll eat. Well worth the drive and wait! The vibe is also awesome with their tasteful decorations and love for BBQ. read more

Hoodoo Brown BBQ - Smoked Burgers, Brisket, Mac & Cheese, Cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Ridgefield, Connecticut

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What can I say. I hate giving business a shitty review this place really deserts it. Despite my friends' warnings about the dry and tasteless pull pork, I was determined to try it myself. They were right; it was the worst pull pork I've ever had. I couldn't even eat it, and the pork belly was equally disappointing, with its soft, inedible skin and the pork ribs were tender but tasteless. Awful On the bright side, the brisket was edible and had a nice bark. However, I'm only giving it a 2 star rating because of the overall poor quality of the food. I spent over $100, including a tip that brought the total to $120. At least the waiters were courteous and served my food promptly. I don't recommend this place. I would have been better off throwing my money out the window. If you're still skeptical, I'm waiting for your review. read more

In 2015 my friend and I discovered Hoodoo brown out in Ridgefield. So we saddled up and got ready to get us some Texas BBQ. When we arrived we were seated relatively quickly since it was lunch and the place was new. The staff was friendly and we got our food in a decent amount of time. The sides ranged from good to a bit disappointing; the Mac and cheese was the best but the corn bread was a little dry. However, the meats were on another level of excellent! We ordered pulled pork, brisket, ribs, and pork belly; all good but that pork belly and brisket were just ridiculous. All that to say we've been going to hoodoo for years and there have been some changes since those early days. For instance it's way more busy than it used to be, if you go for dinner you may be waiting for an hour or two plus. They occasionally will run out of certain meats (pork belly) at certain times of day, which can be frustrating especially if you've been waiting for a long time or drove far to get there. The inside of the restaurant is often bustling at night so if you want a more laid back environment shoot for an early dinner or lunch. The service has always been good, we've never had a bad experience with any of the staff. They've also increased their appetitizer selection. Their wings were excellent and the Texas poutine with the brisket was super delicious! I really recommend the pork belly, brisket, and pulled pork; can't go wrong with any of them! The fact that they've been so consistent with the quality of their food for almost a decade should cause you to give them a try if you're in the area. So, if you're fixin to get some BBQ, you can't go wrong with Hoodoo! read more

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Had an ok experience at this restaurant. Truly a little disappointed that when we arrived and sat down at about 5 PM, the restaurant ran out of pork belly, which was the reason why my friends and I drove nearly 2 hours to get to this place in this nice little town and they ran out of Valley, which devastated me and was truly upset. Being a top sell item i I thought that they should've had a little more of their best sellers available. Truly upset and devastated that they ran out and that was the main reason why we took the long drive to the restaurant. Ultimately substitute the pork belly for something else which was OK definitely had a good time. Our waitress by the name of Ericka was very accommodating and very nice. It was just devastating to hear her say that they ran out of pork belly and nachos. It's kind of hard to determine the best time to arrive to the place to make sure that you are able to order anything off the menu with it being a Saturday night. Thought they would've had enough available for the customer. Ultimately, the atmosphere was very nice. It was very steady and we were taken care of. Totally debating if we should take that drive back to this restaurant because I truly want to try the pork belly. If you are in the area, make sure you call to make sure that everything on the menu is still available. Hoodoo, we will decide if we will make that trip back overall thank you for a great experience. read more

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Great barbecue. Although busy on a Saturday night a party of 3 was seated within a half hour. We had the pulled pork nachos which were excellent. Pulled pork and brisket were great. Would definitely go back. read more

I'm embarrassed at how long it took me to visit Hoodoo Brown. I live an hour away, but I've been aware of HB's reputation as an outstanding CT BBQ spot for years. As I returned from a trip to the Hudson Valley, I saw the perfect opportunity to visit. I can see why HB has a vocal following. After circling a few times to park, the first thing I noticed was the impressive smoking operation right out front. A lot of towns seem unwilling to allow the presence of visible meat smoking, HB is lucky in that regard. The inside was cool and had appropriate decor for a high end BBQ joint. Service was very friendly. I was hoping they had some platters that would allow for sampling a number of different things for a set price, but the menu was mostly a la carte in that regard. I ordered a 1/2 pound of brisket, a 1/2 pound of Cracklin Pork Belly, a side of Interstellar potatoes, and a side of Apple Vinegar Slaw. I haven't had better brisket in CT. It had phenomenal texture. Not at all dry. HB didn't have to resort to any tricks to keep it moist. The liquified fat did that. Perfect bark. Flavorful rub. Huge strips that were a good mix of lean and fat. The brisket was awesome and I can't see visiting HB without ordering it. I respect the Cracklin Pork Belly, and it's so unique, I imagine it has some big fans. There's a soft easy to chew pork belly component. And a chewable hard candy-like pork skin component. I have not had this style before and the fact that HB was able to execute in this manner is impressive. However, I didn't completely connect with HB's version and I prefer pork belly I've had at at least one other CT spot. The Interstellar potatoes are a top tier CT BBQ side. I didn't catch the whole story, but they were something like au gratin potatoes and the potatoes may have been smoked in some way. A delicious side I haven't seen at other BBQ places. The slaw was well executed, but I could take or leave it. I prefer the slaw style of other places and I would try something else next time I visited. I'm glad I finally made it to Hoodoo Brown. I loved 1/2 of my order. I respect what HB did with the other half, but I'd prefer to explore more of the menu rather than order those things again. 4.5 Stars read more

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Excellent prime rib Thursday ($50.00) it's definitely a one and done for that price but there's plenty of other options on the menu. Tables fill pretty fast they open at 4pm we walked to the door at 4:05pm and they was very very busy, but service was very fast and our waiter was excellent!!! read more

Only bbq joint near me and this place does not disappoint. Smoked brisket Nachos Wings Are all 5 stars. Check this place out, it's worth it. You will need to unbuckle your pants on your way home just a heads up read more

I was looking for some unique and incredible food places. I stumbled upon this one! If you love Texas BBQ then this is the spot for YOU! I ABSOLUTELY loved the ambiance from the signs down to the "Wanted" poster in the bathroom. Our server was incredible and has some great recommendations. I cannot wait to come back here again! They have takeout here as well. read more

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This place is losing its charm, staff is great. Service is always efficient especially during busy days. The food has remained consistent however... I swear there has not been a special sausage since at least the Super Bowl. Has the sausage king seems to have lost his crown? read more

Some main course dish's came with apps, then we had to wait a full hour for the rest of main which came warm- not hot. Our waiter came to us when we were almost done with our apps and was wondering if we got a pound of brisket ( which was part of our main) but had no clue if and how we got it because supposedly he never put in our full order. He was as clueless as we were. Ordered a Huckleberry Lemonade and tasted good but for the price, I would expect more alcohol. 2 later and .....well........nothing. They have high school kids To clean the floors and tables. Super slow doing both and when there are people waiting outside because the insides full of waiting hungry customers, you'd think they'd be more attentive. There prices should come with better service all around. The first time I went there it was great, organized, fast Service, hot food. But the second time around on a Sunday I would've expected better consistency.. For the area, there are better restaurants for the same price that give you better service. read more

Lucid was terrific. Ate at the bar again. Bisquet sandwich and fries. Great place and very reasonable. Big drink selection. read more

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A must try!!!! Went twice in a week because the food is amazing. Highly recommend the Hogzilla sandwich, fries are great and their sauce is so yummy! Do not pass up dessert-must try the cookie dough pie! read more

Hoodoo Brown BBQ - Hogzilla Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Ridgefield, Connecticut

Very good brisket sandwich! Service was fine...it was quite busy. Was a bar/ tavern vibe .

The food probably would've been good if we had actually been seated and able to order, but the service was terrible from the start. There was no parking, no greeting, no menus--nothing. The three girls at the front just stood there staring and talking among themselves while we stood there with zero communication. read more

I wanted to really like Hoodoo Brown BBQ but the food missed the mark for us. I ordered the brisket poutine which was probably the first mistake. (Canada will always make the best poutine! ) when I received my meal, the fries were cold, the cheese curds were barely melted, and the brisket was under seasoned. The bbq sauce helped a little. My husband on the other hand really enjoyed his brisket grilled cheese sandwich. read more

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Prob one of the only places in the area deserving of a four star review. This holds for world wide as well. A stellar tried and true bbq. Ribs and brisket are best in the biz and would put up against any nyc or southern bbq. Doesn't stop there. Sausage, pork belly (cross between crispy Chinese bbq and Mexican chicharone bbq), and Brussels (ya I know we are all tired of Brussels sprouts but just trust). My last remarks are to plead plead plead with management to figure out their service program. No reservations for this place aside from big room is a crime. Teenagers running FOH saying waits are hour + when they are really 30. Servers promising last desserts then losing track of quantities. Take out orders not completed...please please be more attentive. And please everyone get the bread puddings...Lordy! read more

If you don't know, now you do. GO TO HOODOO Brown BBQ. We had a 45 minute wait and that was expected but well worth it. The food was fantastic, great service and loved the vibe of the restaurant. A must go to in you're in the area. read more

Hoodoo Brown BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Ridgefield, Connecticut

Do yourself a favor and eat Hoodoo Brown BBQ!! We have only eaten through their takeout section located outside of the restaurant, so I'll speak from that perspective. Wonderful and quick service (when you call ahead or order online). The guys at the window are friendly and knowledgeable. I've called and got great recommendations on different food pairings. The brisket is top tier! Juicy, favorable, delicious. The seasoned fries are so so good and crispy. Their sauces are also delicious. The mac and cheese is packed with flavor! read more

Hoodoo Brown BBQ - Seasoned fries, mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Ridgefield, Connecticut

We went to try prime rib Thursday last night. I asked for my prime rib to be cooked medium well and the cook REFUSED to cook my food, that I was paying for, to MY liking. I have NEVER in my life had a cook tell me I can only have my food cooked the way they like it or I can't have it. We left and will NEVER eat there again. Go to Jim Barberies or Chucks to get prime rib, they will cook it the way you want to eat it not the way the cook wants it. read more

NOW GO DO THAT HOODOO THAT YOU DO SO WELL!!!! 4.50 stars. I'm fairly sure this is the best BBQ in the State of Connecticut and it is in that rarified air with BT's Smokehouse for best BBQ in the entire Northeast. It's clear that the pitmaster here has studied a number of Texas BBQ techniques and applied them to the excellent meats - and sides - coming out of this smoker. This is most evident in the brisket that most resembles "new school" Texas BBQ where meat is rendered over post oak wood (I think they use white oak here which is a cousin to post oak indigenous to Texas) for upwards of twelve hours. Seasonings - like those in Texas - appear to embrace mostly salt and pepper; there is an even newer school of Texas BBQ where Asian or African flavors are imparted on the bark or in sauces or even ingredients adorning the BBQ (ex. Blood Bros in Bellaire TX; KG BBQ in Austin TX), but the brisket here follows the tried and true tradition of a simple bark that allows the beef flavor to shine. Like many of the new school Texas BBQ joints, Hoodoo Brown uses what I'm sure if a very high grade of beef - I'm going to guess this was prime beef. This results in an almost velvety texture to the fatty brisket (you can get lean as well but Hoodoo Brown humored me and provided me with my favorite section of the brisket) which was the best I have had in this State as of this date. For sides, I ordered a jar of bacon as well as some mac and cheese so, basically, I ordered super fancy bacon mac and cheese. Yes, it does work to crumble some of this fancy bacon into the mac and cheese if you want to create additional savory notes but I'll note that the bacon held up on its own and was especially tasty the next day (I definitely was not expecting that). The mac and cheese was fairly creamy and had nice texture. I didn't order dessert or a smoked salad which is unfortunate because I'm sure they would have been awesome. Also on my mind are the Interstellar potatoes which I assume have some tie to Interstellar BBQ in Austin, Texas. Along with Hindsight BBQ in Waterbury, Hoodoo Brown continues to exemplify the Texas approach to BBQ. I've noticed that Hoodoo Brown - like BT's Smokehouse in Sturbridge - runs a number of specials and some of them delve into extraordinarily creative BBQ pathways. On a subsequent visit, I'd love to try some of their more experimental offerings, but you really can't do wrong with their traditional brisket. read more

I'm from the Carolinas and have eaten BBQ all over the south and in Texas for 40+ years. I had the Hogzilla but replaced the pork with Bristket and this absolutely was the best brisket sandwich IVE EVER HAD. Lol. Man was it delicious. The mustard seed and sweet bbq table sauces are also excellent. read more

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I must say the disappointment of them being out of brisket was accurate. Decided to come back and boy am I happy that I did! The brisket is top notch. Almost as good as what I've had in Texas. Everything was good but the brisket was almost worth the wait!! read more

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I don't get it. I have seen the advertisements and all the hype about this place. This weekend we decided to go there for appetizer and dinner. A friend recommended the brisket nachos. I wish I would have taken a picture My husband was looking forward to it. When it came they did not look appetizing. Maybe a few diced tomatoes over the top might have helped. The sauce was blah the brisket was fatty and cold. Then when we were presented the menu it was almost all à la cart which when you ordered what we would have gotten at one of the other barbecue restaurants it was far more expensive. No baby back ribs offered. The place it self had no ambiance. Our wait person was very polite however I told her to just bring us our bill and I told my husband let's go to Georgetown and have dinner at our favorite rib place. read more

Fabulous - believe the hype. From the first bite to the last pure deliciousness. My husband had a half rack of ribs, which was so huge he had a second dinner from the leftovers that he brought home. I had the brisket grilled cheese, and it was delicious. As for the sides, the best side was by far the coleslaw. The interstellar potatoes were OK and the sweet potato fries were unremarkable. That said we can't wait to go back. The food was I just fabulous read more

This place is amazing. Best barbecue you will ever have. They have huge smokers outback where they cook all of the meat to perfection. They have a really interesting menu as well, with multiple selections of meats. Also, they have an incredible barbecue nachos... Which sounds weird at first, but is out of this world. The prices look high at first, but that is because the meals are designed to split with multiple people. It's family style. If you do things à la carte it is more reasonable. I would say the prices are slightly above the average barbecue place, but the food is worth it. The service is also very good. Many times the food is coming out right as you finish the appetizer, which is perfect. Very nice people. I will be back often. read more

Ok. So I smoke a lot of meats. I have a 750lb yoder smoker at home, and while most people spend free time watching sports, or going to concerts, I smoke meats. My standards are high, and this review should not keep you from trying this place, as it may still be good for you. Plenty of folks have said to try this place. I found myself in the area yesterday, and gave the sampler platter a go. It had ribs, brisket, bacon, sausage, corn bread, and I ordered wings. The folks there do a great job smoking. The meats come out soft as they should. Brisket breaks apart in your hand and the ribs are tender. The chicken wings are done well. Why am I taking off two stars? Flavor! The brisket and ribs had no flavor. The brisket had what looked like a bark, as well as the ribs, but I didn't taste anything. When I smoke at home, the flavor of the rub is caught in every bite. I ended up throwing my own rub on both the brisket and ribs when I got home. The lack of seasoning may be good for some, but me, my pallet needs to taste something. And then, the bacon. No smoke flavor whatsoever. It felt like just plain old pork belly. Didn't get a hint of salt or sugar. As someone who smokes 20lbs of bacon at a time, I have very high expectations here, and it fell short. The cornbread was dry. I do believe if you put some butter on it, it will solve that problem. The flavor was great, but so dry. The chicken wings and sausage were awesome. The beans and Mac and cheese were really good. I do plan on returning, and this time giving the pulled pork a go and something else from the menu. Hoping this was just one off for me (and judging by what others are saying, it seems it was). read more