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    J & L BBQ

    4.3 (194 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Barbeque
    Open 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Single rib, brisket plate and slider. Sides of cowboy caviar, baked beans and mac n cheese
    Kristie P.

    We were really excited to find a good BBQ place while we were in town. We have a popular joint where we live but don't go often because the prices are steep and portions are small. We ordered single meat plate with sides and slider with side and single rib. Brisket was our meat of choice and was so good. Our sides are one size and very generous. We chose Mac n cheese (ok) baked beans () and cowboy caviar (um, yummm) The lady working at the counter was so friendly.

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    Lilee N.

    Ok if you're going to the children's museum and want some solid bbq after, this place is walking distance and incredibly delicious. The brisket is moist, flavorful and not too fatty. Got a pound with two sides and was enough to feed a family of 3. Sandwiches were also generously portioned and came with a side. Mac n cheese slaps. Collard greens are cooked to perfection. The staff is the sweetest and there's good amount of space to sit down and enjoy the food. They take Apple Pay. Easy for accessbility.

    Derrick G.

    This is an outstanding barbecue restaurant. I ordered the two meat and two side meal, with ribs, brisket, mac & cheese, and collard greens. Every portion of the meal was outstanding. The meat was fall off the bone and the sides had a lot of flavor. I highly recommend this restaurant.

    Pork ribs, BBQ beans, cornbread
    Steve K.

    We finally found a REALLY good BBQ place in the PNW. I was raised here, but lived in Florida for 9 years where I discovered the real deal. After moving back here it's been a struggle to find a restaurant that has everything I expect. This place has it. Pork ribs were juicy and flavorful. Pulled pork was perfectly smoked and tender. Coleslaw was fresh, creamy, and lightly sweetened. BBQ beans were delicious as well. And the Corn bread with cinnamon sugar butter? Just wow. The service was fantastic as well. Very helpful and friendly ladies running the place. We will be back for sure! Do yourself a favor and try some legit smoked BBQ. You can thank me later.

    Absolute delicious barbecue! I always have enough to take home for lunch the next day. This is the pulled pork dinner.

    Friendly, welcoming staff. I always have enough to take home for lunch the next day. Absolutely delicious , photo is the pulled pork dinner!

    Had two double hand feed myself...it's sooo good
    Von D.

    Ever since Famous Dave's BBQ closed, we've been in a pit, but J & L hit the spot. Our new favorite local BBQ.

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    Brisket sandwich is on point and the pork spare ribs are great good friendly service

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    Awesome food and service . Parking leaves a lot to be desired. Gotta type more to post lol

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    Wonderful ribs, pulled pork sandwiches and beans. We often order takeout. Very delicious

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    Awesome service and food. Huge portions. Loved the spicy bbq sauce and the mac and cheese.

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    Very delicious and nice employees, very tender an$ sauce nice and sweet. Cozy feeling when you walk in

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    Great BBQ! Spot on, meats are great, sides and sauce so good. Super fast, friendly staff. A great place for authentic bbq

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    This place is the best BBQ! The staff is outstanding, always friendly and helpful, gives generous portions and the food is delicious.

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