A bit out of the way and a small joint but its worth the trip/hype. Smoked meats. Sides. Desert. Chicken. Get it all, don't pinch pennies here. Great for stocking up for gatherings and parties, its all is easy to share unless its sandwiches (which are so good you won't want to share). read more

I was coming to Philly to celebrate my bday so I went online to search for bbq in Philly for lunch. Mike's kept coming up and the pics looked good so I chose that and I'm glad I did. They have an extensive menu and the prices are good. What puts them over the top was the service. Smiling, friendly and energetic. Being from the south I appreciate people like that. The brisket was good and pulled pork. The banana pudding was good and I liked the caramel drizzle. I would definitely go back. read more

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I came here on a Friday around 4pm with a group of 6. It was only us and 1 other table of 3. I know a lot of people love this place, so I assumed it really was the absolute best. We came for the ribs, but unfortunately they were out. It's really surprising to me that such a popular place would be open for only a few hours 4 days a week and be out of food on the 2nd day of 4 that they're open for that week. Do they make everything fresh every morning they're open? Maybe. Anyway, we ordered 6 dry rub wings, 1/4 lb of brisket, a brisket sandwich, cheese fries, Mac and cheese and Brussels. The food came out quickly and we even got a handful of homemade potato chips. I'm giving a 4 because the brisket was DAMN GOOD, but I'm a bit sad to admit that I was disappointed with a few of the items. The wings were very dry. The flavor was good and the crisp was there, but there was not even a slight bit of moistness to those wings. The Brussels were very well flavored, but swimming in oil so not very crispy and the potato chips were overdone and tasted burnt. I didn't have the fries or Mac and cheese but I was told they were both yummy from my kids. I plan to try again and get some ribs next time, but I'm also hoping to see a few other improvements. read more

Heard a lot about this place so I got a few things to try- half rack of ribs, 1/4 lb of brisket & a side of mac n cheese. The service was friendly & quick- ready in 5 minutes. Fyi, there's a 3% surcharge when you pay with cc even tho I have asked the girl beforehand, she said it was the same price cash or credit- guess she didn't know. As for the food, the mac n cheese was bland & brisket was dry, very peppery- edges were salty. Surprisingly, the ribs were well seasoned- flavorful and tender. Would definitely get them again next time, also want to try their Korean wings & cornbread. read more

Mike's BBQ - Ribs, brisket and gouda mac n cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Excellent bbq sides are kinda mid though. Smoked bacon is amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

An absolute must of South Philly. Not only is their B.B.Q. on point, but their service is top tier! Loved everything about it! Will definitely be back read more

Mike's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I love BBQ.....who doesn't? I'd been in Philadelphia almost 5 years and hadn't found good BBQ, until yesterday. My friend had heard the story of owner Mike Strauss turning over the reins at the restaurant to Daniel Grobman, and she wanted to try it out. I'm so glad she did, because I hadn't heard of the restaurant, or the change in ownership. We got a Half Rack of Ribs and 1 pound of Brisket to go. When I got home, we put all of it into a skillet, poured some BBQ sauce over it, covered it with foil, and heated it up in the oven. The attached picture was after we took it out of the oven. We first had some of the brisket - it was so juicy, with a rich smoky flavor and a tenderness that melts in your mouth. I was so excited to have finally found great BBQ! We then tasted the ribs......we looked at each other in disbelief (with a mouthful of ribs). Is it possible these are even tastier than the brisket? I sat back and had to savor the moment - it was my BBQ dream come true. The ribs did fall right of the bone with a meat that had all the tender texture you would expect - these were 'award winning' ribs. I had never been to 'old' Mike's, but I promise you, I'll be no stranger to the 'new' Mike's! read more

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Kicked off my bachelor party weekend with dinner at Mike's and they set a tough bar to beat. Had multiple pounds of ribs, brisket and wings with a bunch of sides and it was hands down the best bbq there is in Philadelphia. Overall winner was the ribs but everything was immaculate. Only thing that was maybe better than their food was the service of the staff there and the owners(?) who we spoke with getting things set up for the start of the bach trip. Can't wait to go back and try to order a normal amount of food this time. read more

It's restaurant is so delicious BBQ food . I recommend if you come to PA this 's restaurant you have to try ! So amazing! The service was great read more

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small but popular spot in south philly! we stopped by ~3pm on a saturday and was shocked to find that pretty much the entire menu was sold out. i really wanted to try the brisket, but the food gods had other plans for me. i ordered the half rack ribs and my boyfriend ordered the gobbler. we shared a medium gouda mac n cheese. the gobbler was spectacular, the stuffing balls were the highlight. the sandwich was definitely overfilled and fell apart with every bite. the ribs were moist and flavorful. personally i prefer fall off the bone ribs and these were more chewy, but they still satisfied the craving. the ribs actually sold out as we were leaving, so make sure to get there early if you want a shot at any bbq. the gouda mac n cheese was creamy but lacked depth in flavor. i enjoyed it with the bbq sauce, but my boyfriend found it subpar. overall, this is a solid bbq spot! service was good, the employee attending the counter was super friendly and attentive. mike's is so popular that everything seems to quickly go out of stock. i definitely need to come back to try the brisket, it looks absolutely amazing! read more

Mike's BBQ - gobbler - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Best BBQ in PA hands down. I've had some of the best bbq around the country, and I'd put this at #4 on my list. Excellent ribs, not fall off the bone, it's more of the kind you have to try harder to pull off. This isn't a bad thing, it's just means it's cooked differently than others. Extremely tender and great flavor, don't even need sauce. The brisket was potentially the best I've ever had. Even more tender than the ribs. Good balance between lean and fat. Extremely delicate and falls apart. The wings seemed a bit overcooked to me, I'd say pass on those, but when you go for BBQ you're there for brisket or ribs, not necessarily chicken. However the hot honey flavoring was nice. The Gouda Mac n cheese was amazing, as well as the pudding. The cornbread however was a bit bland. Overall, easily the best I've had in PA, with Jesse's in Souderton as a close second. The only places I liked nationally above this were Terry Black's in TX, and Bludso's and Moos Craft in LA. One that more people are probably familiar with is Hometown in near NY, and I'd put Mike's ahead of them. read more

Mike's BBQ - Cornbread, pudding, honey wings, brisket, Mac, ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Best bbq in the city! Easy to order ahead online and do takeout or eat there. Love their pulled pork and brisket, but cannot not mention how delicious the Mac and cheese is too! read more

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This place has been on my list of restaurants to try in the city for years. I just so happen to see today that they had a 'Gobbler' sandwich. So I ordered my food for pickup and headed down. The spot is cool too, small but you can tell it's a good time. Let's talk about the food! Man that sandwich was too good, I couldn't figure out how to hold it at first but we get the job done around these parts lol. That bun was great, the turkey was juicy and tender, the cranberry mayo and gravy were amazing spreads and those fried stuffing crochets were my favorite part. Finished it all in my car but still had like one crochet and some turkey left over for a snack later. I'll be back for sure for the actual BBQ, even now being home hours later I can't shake that smell from the kitchen! read more

Mike's BBQ - Gobbler sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This is a gem. Heard about it on IG. They sold out of all the good stuff today by 2:00. The smoke master was super nice, we tried some amazing brisket cheesesteak, Mac and cheese, chorizo. The service was . Butcher paper for the menu on the wall, old school barbecue!- great ambiance. Highly recommend you order ahead. People were being turned away because they were sold out at 3:15. Do yourself a favor and go eat there!!. read more

This really surprises me because I have never had anything less than an incredible experience for Mike's. The chicken I ordered was somewhat dry and the rub or whatever it is was heavy-handed. The brisket was not how I'm used to it, but was not bad. The mac & cheese pulled pork balls were not bad and there was enough inside of both, but they were bland. I don't know what they did with the slaw, but there is something different about it. Now everyone's entitled to a half day so I'm probably gonna order from there again, but this just really surprised me. read more

This may be the best bbq in philadelphia. I have eaten at many bbq places and this is by far one of the best. Their brisket is moist and literally melts in your mouth and is so flavorful and peppery that it can bring a grown man to tears. Their ribs are also smoked perfectly and are also super moist and pairs wonderfully with their mild bbq sauce. Other notable main meats are their smoked Italian garlic sausage and pork which are super delicious and moist but are far inferior to their brisket and ribs which are the closest thing to meat perfection that I have eaten. Their sides are also amazing, with my favorites being their bacon potato salad (creamy and smooth with perfectly cooked potatoes along with meaty bacon bits) and their beans (slightly sweet but super seasoned and with large chunks of meat). The gouda mac and cheese is also delicious and would definitely recommend. read more

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This place is a true hidden gem! The ambience is perfect, the service is top-notch, and everything on the menu is simply excellent. A must-visit! read more

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We smelled this place before we saw it, holy cow was it good. They have a wide variety of bbq meats and fantastic sides. The portions are large and the staff are friendly. I highly recommend the pulled pork, mac and cheese, and coleslaw. The wings were pretty good, they're whole wings not just flats/drums - I tried buffalo which was decently spicy and hot honey which was sticky and delicious. We also got the ribs and I personally prefer fall off the bone rather than chew off, but the flavor was good. Can't wait to come back and try everything else. read more

Mike's BBQ - Pulled Pork 1/4 Pound - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Love BBQ. I was in Philly and heard about Mike's. We needed a meal for dinner, after a 4 hour car ride home. Mike's was spot on. First, they packed a massive amount of food in about 5 minutes. Ribs, brisket, chicken, wings, greens, macaroni and cheese and dessert. Well packaged and safe for the ride. The food was delicious. All of the food had great smoke flavor and moist. We loved the rub, flavorful and not overrun with sugar. We put the wings in the air Freyer for 6 minutes and they were crispy and delicious. The rest we ate right off! They included 2 types of bbq sauce. They were yummy but we enjoyed the meat so much nobody really used the sauces. Inside there were a few tables. Casual but perfect to roll up your sleeve to eat your face off. Greens were fresh and tasty. Macaroni and cheese made everyone smile ear to ear. The only warning is the downside was the car ride home smelling the delicious bbq ..... it smelled fantastic. read more

Very good food and always fresh and tasty. It's ready on time when u order. Or I just pop in and grab items. Very nice staff also Friendly. read more

I have three words to describe my food from Mikes BBQ DRY, DRY, DRY. I bought the brisket, and half of a chicken. Both are so dry and without a question in my mind not cooked today, but warmed up from yesterday. First rate pricing, 4th rate quality. Will never return read more

Mikes BBQ is a must for locals and tourists. The food was absolutely incredible, and far exceeded the hype I've been hearing for years. I got the brisket cheesesteak - a delicious and unique take on a classic. Not a traditional cheesesteak, in all the best ways possible. Also best smoked brisket I've had in Philly. The chicken cheesesteak is also unlike any other I've had, in the best way possible. Deep fried skin gives a little crunch. Both sandwiches were huge - great value also, not overpriced like so many. They heap the meat on. (Who wouldn't love that) The onion rings were also a big order, 10+ rings probably, and perfectly crispy, great batter. Also got to chat with the owner - seemed like a genuinely great guy and business owner. I will be coming back to try everything this chef makes. read more

food was cold and nasty the prices are super high and the ribs wasnt done and the sauce was super hot they gave me wrong order and i got my money back and i dont order there no more read more

A recommendation from a friend brought me here recently. I have really smart friends. Quite honestly this brisket is in the running for best I've ever had. It's a hard meat to get right. I'm telling you this brisket was absolutely like butter. It didn't need the sauce to be good. But man the sauces are exquisite as well. I sampled some Korean wings for later and those were off the charts amazing as well. It's an assault on the tastebuds in a good way. If they're not the best barbecue in Philly right now, I can't imagine who is doing it better than this. read more

Mike's BBQ - Brisket 1/4 Pound - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Notes: (1) Street parking (2) Self serve - seating, order, cleaning Small hidden gem in East Pasayunk! We were looking for lunch and found this place. It's a small restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. You seat yourself and scan the QR code to order food. They bring the food out and you self serve as there are cups and dishes that you can grab from. The BBQ was amazing! The mac and cheese was out of this world and the sausage will just blow your mind. Who knew that this little BBQ place could be so good! I do have to say that the food is a bit salty but we enjoyed our meal and will be returning when we have BBQ cravings! read more

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I haven't been to Mike's in a while, and I used to think of it as the place with okay meats and pretty good sides, but this time it proved to be the place with really good meats and pretty good sides. I placed a pickup order early in the morning and many things were out of stock, but the website just hadn't been updated, so I ended up placing a total of three orders. Jimmy, the new pitmaster, called me to make sure this was on purpose, which was very considerate. Once I arrived at Mike's, Jimmy greeted me and we chatted while I ate; turns out he's only been doing this for like a month, but he seems to be pretty good at it. The brisket was stellar and the best I have had outside of Texas. Super moist and the right texture (pulls apart super easily but doesn't fall apart unless pulled), the real star of the show is the bark, which I was informed has salt, pepper, and a few other spices. They serve the moist when you order by the pound, and lean when you get a sandwich. I sampled some of the lean and it was just as good as the moist, which is VERY hard to do, so major props to Jimmy on that. The pulled pork was really good. I would have like it to be a touch more smoke-imbued and a touch more tender, but it had a great texture, was very moist, and had some nice big pieces of bark throughout. The hot Italian sausage was very tasty and not too spicy, but the texture was dreadful. Not in a way that makes it unpleasant to eat, but in a way where an informed sausage-eater looks at it and goes "yeahhh... it's not supposed to crumble like that." Jimmy said he's working on that, so I look forward to tasting it on my return. I got a half chicken, which was quite good but not outstanding. Both the white and dark meat were a tad drier than I'd like but not overly so, and the flavor of the meat itself was lacking excitement, but it was well seasoned. I was a big fan of the skin, which goes through a deep fryer before service and gets a dusting of a sweet-spice barbecue rub that is almost like if you mixed Old Bay with a bit of brown sugar. The tangy ranch sauce served on the side was fine but uninspiring. Also, most of the meats come with a Mike's bbq sauce and a sweet bbq sauce. The Mike's is less sweet and better in my opinion, but they are both very similar. I preferred all the meats without the sauces. I was a bit concerned when I saw that the pork ribs had an incomplete smoke ring on them, but when I tasted them, the texture was perfect--they're bite-able and plenty moist. They've got a nice bark that is a touch sweet and not overpowering, and my favorite part was the end rib of my half-rack, which was full of caramelized edges. Nice and smokey as well, these are really great ribs. When it comes to sides, Mike's does just as good of a job as I remember. The gouda mac & cheese is simple but not basic, and creamy as you like. The cornbread is generously portioned, tall, a touch sweet, and not too crumbly. I just wish it came with some sort of creative butter or other complement, since, while it's pretty tasty, it struggles to stand alone. The potato salad was fine but my least favorite. It was pretty basic but lent itself well to the red potatoes it contained; I can't decided whether or not I like the fact that the pieces varied widely in size and had different textures because of that. The banana pudding is described as "kicked up" on the menu, and it certainly does have some sort of rum-like kick in the caramel that sits on top, but I was assured there's no actual booze. The pudding itself was standard and very tasty, with decent banana flavor and custard thick enough that it leaves caverns when you scoop it out, plus some welcome wafers layered on the bottom. My only complaint is that the caramel sticks to the lid, hardens in the fridge, and then completely lifts away form the rest of the pudding when you open the container. read more

Gyaaaat! Mike's BBQ is definitely the best in town. Hot and fresh off the grill in this small establishment, the meat is tender, well-seasoned, and grilled to perfection before serving customers. It honestly did not make much sense for how amazing the cheesesteak brisket was. There's no way the folks at Mike's BBQ have PERFECTED cooking it; it is the best I've had anywhere. There's not much else to say here about the rest of the food as it was delicious, and it had me feeling as if I was at a backyard BBQ. Did I also mention they have indoor and outdoor dining (limited) alongside a rewards program!!??? Though they are always busy, they are quick & efficient with order processing and accuracy. I have to keep this one short, headed out back to Mike's... read more

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Mike's BBQ is awesome! Great food & service. Everyone was super helpful and gave great recommendations on what we should try.

Went to Mikes after seeing a review on instagram. Service was quick no wait since I called ahead. Ribs wee overcooked and very dry i came from cheltenham pa only to be disappointed. Do better read more

So I just finished some lunch leftovers (picture below) and said I have to leave a good review for Mike's BBQ. I've been following MBBQ on social media and have been wanting and desiring a chance to come out and get some of the great looking foods I've seen online. Yesterday, there was a special for buy a pound of wings and get one half additional free, so it was finally time to pull the trigger. I'm glad I did. I definitely ordered more than I needed but the leftovers were oh so good. Here is the breakdown: Pulled Pork: Outstanding. Lots of huge pieces and blackened ends that were so juicy and tasty. Added with the sauces provided (although not needed for the pulled pork) made this extra special. A definite must get. Rack of Ribs: Outstanding. Fall off the bone with a lot of dry rub seasoning that wasn't too hot or spicy. They reheated well. Baked Beans: Outstanding. Some of the best I've ever had with multiple types of beans and pulled pork chunks added. Perfectly seasoned. Brussels Sprouts: Outstanding. Just like fried pieces of candy with the shallots. So tasty and another must buy. I could eat these all day. Chicken Wings: Above Average. Very plump, but too much dry rub. They were also a bit dry and needed some bbq sauce. Korean Chicken Wings: Average. These were smaller in size than the regular ones, and the Korean sauce over them was not too powerful, but the taste was not to my family's liking. Not many were eaten. Mac and Cheese: Poor. Now a lot of you Yelpers loved the Gruyere cheese made Mac and Cheese. My family hated it; too thick, heavy, dense, and creamy. There was no "burnt" or crisped topping, and we tossed more than half of it. Sorry, Mike! Overall, we really liked Mike's BBQ and for the outstanding items, we'd make the extended trip to get some more. In these COVID-19 times, ordering is all online starting at 8am and they have pickup from 12-5 or until sold out which happens often. The service was excellent as we were texted right when the food was ready which was spot on the time I asked for it. When we texted back that we were on the corner, the staff brought out our food to the car. They were all masked up. I wish Mike's BBQ was in the far NE! $200 including tip for: Two Racks Ribs, Two Pounds Pulled Pork, Pound Chicken Wings, Pound Korean Chicken Wings (each with a free today half pound additional), Brussels Sprouts, Large Mac and Cheese, Large Baked Beans. read more

Mike's BBQ - Leftovers for Lunch! Baked Beans, Brussels Sprouts, and Ribs. - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

First Time ordering here. I ordered the 1/4 of pull pork and Mach and cheese. This pork was so good and juicy, the Mac & cheese was delicious. I will absolutely order from here more often. read more

10/10 BBQ. Came on Passover and so they were sold out of almost everything (Brisket, full chicken, sandwiches), which I considered a GOOD sign since it means they're THAT good. Shared a full rack of ribs with my partner- and oh my GOD that was a beautifully silent meal since we non-stop devoured the fall-off-the-bone moist meat. When they say "full rack", it is indeed a FULL RACK, substantial quantity unlike most bbq places. I also got the potato salad which was a nice dessert (small portion was more than enough, and they overflow the container if you eat-in), and the music, workers, and aesthetic were all splendidly chill and unassuming. Can't wait to return to try out the brisket!! read more

Mike's BBQ - Full rack of ribs, baby - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This was a good bbq meal. I ordered brisket and wings. The brisket was fatty and well executed (soft on the bite and smoky). Not the absolute best I've ever had, but in the top 3rd of briskets. The wings were very flavorful and smoke, but I found the interior to be not quite juicy enough and the wing size to be slightly on the scrawny side. read more

Mike's BBQ - Chicken Wings - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Finally tried Mike's BBQ over the weekend and we loved it! We got a lb of brisket, half a rack of ribs, a pulled pork sandwich, and corn bread, pickles and mac & cheese for our sides. Everything was so fresh and so delicious. I have to say the ribs were my favorite. Perfectly smoked, moist and peppery. The brisket was good too. Very fatty and completely melts in your mouth. After eating the delicious ribs and brisket, the pulled pork sandwich tasted okay to me. It's got nice smoky, sweet and spicy flavors; but just hard to stand out next to the ribs and brisket. The pulled pork sandwich also came with a side of house-made kettle cooked potato chips and a teeny side of coleslaw that I loved. Kinda made me wish I got a large side of coleslaw with our order. The corn bread was cake-y and slightly sweet, it was so yummy I devoured the whole thing and I don't normally care for cornbread. The smoked gouda mac & cheese was rich, creamy, and so comforting to eat. The sauces didn't do much for me, I thought the flavors of the dry rub and the smokiness were delicious enough on its own. read more

Mike's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I am a Texan currently stationed here in Philly, and lemme tell you... Hands DOWN the best BBQ around the Philly area this is far! I ordered brisket, Mac & cheese, potato salad, and collard greens! Every single thing was tasty, the brisket only had 3 slices which at first I was dismayed by. But the brisket literally MELTED in my mouth and paired amazingly with both the sweet and mikes BBQ sauces. Along with the sides I was STUFFED. My man's ordered brisket cheesesteak and he enjoyed it thoroughly , we've both never had Cooper sharp wiz but we for sure love it now! Will definitely be coming back for more when we both have rib money lol read more

Mike's BBQ - Brisket Cheese Steak - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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They were very accommodating with me over the telephone wanting to ensure that my food would be hot when I arrived to pick it up.

So I've been stalking this BBQ spot on IG for months and even checked their hours to make sure I didn't miss out on an opportunity to try this place when visiting Philly since they are often sold out. We got 1/2 Rack Ribs, 1 lb Brisket, Bacon Wrapped Burnt Ends, Gouda Mac N Cheese, and Carolina Slaw for 2 people for about $77 including tip. In order of deliciousness: Brisket - juicy, fatty, tender, eye rolling and mouth drooling good. Carolina Slaw - tangy, crunchy and just yum. 1/2 Rack Ribs - falls off the bones but definitely needed bbq sauce to accompany it. Gouda mac N Cheese - I liked the gouda spin on basic mac n cheese which is creamy, nutty and salty. Bacon Wrapped Burnt Ends - 3 pieces to an order, much too dry, we didn't eat it. We went on a Sat at 11:45 am and there was a small line of people outside. After sitting down and getting our food, the line inside certainly got much longer. read more

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Best ribs I've had in Philly and maybe even the tri state area. Simply fall off the bone delicious! The brisket was a little lacking though as well as their sides. Would love to see some more sides offered and a better tasting cornbread. I love their sauces though-- mikes bbq sauce as well as the sweet and spicy. Plenty more to choose from as well. Fast takeout orders either by phone or online. They currently have some outdoor seating benches if you want to eat there. If you're debating to go, definitely give it a shot!! read more

Went here with my brother yesterday. Had the brisket cheesesteak and the brisket topped with Cole slaw. Both so good!!! The food was delicious and everyone who worked there was incredible. Great service, really nice people. I highly recommend it. I'm glad my brother chose here to have his birthday lunch. We'll definitely be back. read more

I have eaten at mikes several times and the food is always great. However today the brisket and Dino rib (30$) was extremely salty. I spent about 100$ today and I was disappointed in the taste of the beef only everything else was good. Before I left I purchased two banana puddings packed up and left trying to figure out how to repurpose the beef because I'd actually be throwing away at least 40$ in beef. read more

Mike's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania