I used to be a competitive BBQ cook. I can still make my smokers sing. As a result I tend to be…read moreharsh when evaluating retail BBQ joints. I've eaten at this Black Hog location (and their ones in downtown Frederick and Urbana) many times. All produce reasonable 'que - not award winning, but consistent and decent quality. Today's choice was a brisket sandwich. The meat was nicely cooked, and the bark looked nice, but it was underseasoned. As a result, it had no punch on the first bite or any that followed. I generally don't like to put sauce on brisket. The bark and the meat should speak for themselves, but in this case, I decided to try the three sauces that came with it: vinegar (Really? For brisket?), a sweet Memphis style, and a thicker Kansas City style. The latter two were too sweet for brisket, and the former was, well, an abomination. IMHO. The sandwich came with one side. I got potato salad, which also needed some pickle pieces, onions, paprika, cayenne - anything that added punch. Not the worst I've had in town, but not the best. (Yeah, yeah, I know it's subjective, but I'll stack my potato salad against anyone's. My Aunt Helen taught me well). Oh, I'll be back, don't you worry. Black Hog serves a consistent, decent product that is the best available in Frederick It's just not close to what I can eat from any of the countless hole-in-the-wall joints pretty much anywhere in Texas. But it's a much shorter drive...

Really delicious BBQ in Frederick MD! We sat at the (small) bar and the 2 bartenders were awesome,…read moresuper friendly, and attentive. For a small restaurant they had a full bar with a decent bourbon and whiskey selection. Their menu is flexible, allowing options for various combos - so you can try whatever you want. I ordered a brisket sandwich with a side of burnt ends. Burnt ends are my favorite and I was SLIGHTLY disappointed because they weren't "crispy" like I like, but the flavor was great. The price was in line with other BBQ joints, so no surprises there. We'll definitely be back.

$24.00 later...This place was recommended but I was hesitant because it was so filthy. The worst…read moreof it was the food was disappointing - the half slab had a strange chemical (?) taste, coleslaw was watery and old and greens had no flavor. I tasted everything and threw it away.

I ordered brisket wings ribs Memphis and Carolina pulled pork mac N cheese balls turkey sandwich…read more150 worth and it all was good specially the Memphis pulled pork def goin back...Don't let da outside on spot turn u around bcuz the food is awesome thk u Blues BBQ co

My sister and I came to Black Hog to celebrate our birthdays, and we had a really good experience!…read more We really wanted some BBQ. We visited the downtown location and sat at the bar. It was a rainy day, so unfortunately we didn't get to enjoy the rooftop, but the inside was nice and, since we went during the day, relatively quiet. First, a shout-out to our bartender! I wish I remembered her name because she was GREAT. She was friendly, personable, attentive, and really knowledgeable about the menu. Whenever we had a question she didn't know the answer to, she actually went and found out instead of just guessing. Her recommendations were also spot-on. So, girl, good job! One thing that pleasantly surprised me was the parking. I initially thought we were going to have to park on the street, but then I noticed they have FREE parking available. That's definitely a plus, especially downtown. The food was good overall. I ordered the wings with a side of mac and cheese and the brown sugar sweet potatoes. Let me tell you--the sweet potatoes were DELICIOUS! My sister agreed. Those were definitely one of my favorite things I had. My sister ordered the ribs with several sides. She ended up sending the baked beans back because they were a little too tangy/vinegary for her taste, but those fries? OH MY GOD. They were so good. She absolutely tore those fries up! I also had one of their smoked margaritas, and it was really good. It was different from a traditional margarita, but I really enjoyed it--so much that I ordered a second one. Since we went during the day, it was pretty quiet and there wasn't much going on, but honestly, that was fine. We were there to celebrate our birthdays, eat some good food, have some drinks, and enjoy each other's company, and that's exactly what we did. Overall, good food, good vibes, great service, and a nice atmosphere. And a special shout-out to our bartender for making the experience even better!

It's been some time since I returned to this BBQ joint. Their food is still really good, but maybe…read morenot as good as in the past. Let's start with the brisket. Quite tasty, but not as moist as I remember. Also, the Arkansas Brisket was a bit acidic in flavor. It appears the burnt ends were sitting in the sauce for a while. Again, all still flavorful, but to a lesser degree. As always, the staff was super friendly and the atmosphere was fun and inviting.

Saying I have never experienced such exemplary service from a wedding caterer would be an…read moreunderstatement. Pedro and his team are nothing but seasoned professionals. He and his team arrived ready to go, were efficient, remarkably intuitive and some of the kindest people I've met. As a wedding coordinator, my team and I wanted for nothing that day. They had everything under control and went above and beyond as caterers. You will not be disappointed! Many Thanks again to the catering team at PIGS BBQ.

Lovely location tucked away in Lake Whittier area of Yellow Springs. We arrived for a late dinner…read more(around 7pm) and it was pretty empty inside. We opted to sit outside since we had our dog with us. The server was very friendly, with great service and they are very dog friendly and had water bowls outside for them. I am from Eastern NC, so I have a pretty good idea of bbq and BC staples. I decided to try the flounder rather than the bbq this time. The founder was disappointing. It was a bit on the bland side and the batter is a little confusing. I was expecting a cornmeal style batter or similar, but got something different. The fish itself had potential to be very good. The beans also left a lot to be desired, just lacked flavor and taste. The business looks like they do a lot of catering as opposed to dining (possible a lot of to go orders, too).

I often frequent this restaurant and have never been disappointed. I enjoy the customer service and…read morethe fast pace. Everything's always clean and place food comes out hot. The staff make sure they inform you of any specials and even offer suggestions. Everyone's always so kind I enjoy coming and the food too

Brisket was so dry and almost inedible. Sides were tasty but I'm not coming here for sides so…read moreoverall its a no go.

Been having great lunches now I can add a great dinner at @bentztown. As with the lunches…read moreeverything was a great time. Chicken salad sandwich and fish and chips #bentztownfood #bentztown

On my first visit to Bentztown I was impressed with the vast space available in the various areas…read moreand the trendy decor that ties it all together. The space seems to go on and on with plenty of seating and spaces to gather. We were there early on a week day so we took advantage of the happy hour they offer. Their drink and food specials are good deals and their food is amazing. I had two types of wings and the slider trio to feast on and a margarita thst was huge for a happy hour offering. I visited on a Monday and they have 6$ Margaritas all day! The food was all wonderful and perfectly prepared and they offer an extensive variety of cocktails and draft beer. The music and dance area is quite large in Addition to all of the seating in the dining and bar area so weather your there for food and drinks, a dinner with friends or a music event, Bentztown has it all covered,

Food was fresh well presented and great. Service was…read moreexcellent sharp and on point. Ambiance was very pleasant and easy to get around. Diana and Edwin were both very friendly and knowledgeable. Outstanding 10/10

Great food and good service. Especially Cece! Love the cheese corn and steam egg. The finger meat…read moreis back!

I really wish I could have gotten a better salad. They do not put care into making their salad.read more

Ordered the pizza melt sandwich for takeout. The sandwich was delicious and basically like a pizza…read moresandwich style. They were kind to put my toppings on the side as requested. Just wished the price was lower for the quantity received.

Absolutely delighted with this old school hamburger restaurant! Delicious hamburgers made from…read morelocal beef, I think are the highlight. Buns were toasted to perfection and meat was tasty, seasoned and just a little bit charred on the edges. Not quite a smash burger, but better! As others have mentioned there is no bathroom and no eating inside but several outside tables to enjoy your meal during good weather. If you are a peanut butter lover , do not leave without tasting the soft serve with the house made peanut butter sauce! Chef's kiss!! I would order that and skip the ice cream any day.

I stopped by Beef 'n Buns 'n Paradise today for a late lunch when I was passing through Frederick…read more It's a charming old-school, retro burger shop. You order inside at the counter and then they call your name on the loud speaker when it's ready for pickup at the drive thru or the counter (depending on whether you ordered it to go or not). I had a cheeseburger with tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, mustard, and mayo, and a side of fries. The burger was classic and totally delicious. The fries were very good, too. I ate my lunch at one of the picnic tables on the property, which was comfortable and fun (but they don't have bathrooms FYI). The service was friendly, and the place has tons of retro charm. I'd definitely go back for another meal - maybe a milkshake or other dessert with my burger next time? A fun, fast, casual meal. A charmer in Frederick, just off 70.

I got the steak and cheese and hush puppies. They were both good I would have probably given this…read moreplace 4 stars, but there was a piece of plastic in my sandwich that I pulled out and that was honestly really gross. The inside has a lot of seating for larger groups and it has sort of a deli shop vibe to it. I don't think I'll be back because of the surprise in my sandwich but if it hadn't been there I would try this place again and see how the bahn mi is.

Interesting food and so many good choices! Sandwiches are unique and the sauces are a cool addition…read moreto the combinations. The fried green tomatoes are awesome! They are sliced thin (which makes them more crispy fried!) and come with a really good Cajun tartar sauce. There is even a sandwich with them that will be what I get next time! Atmosphere is very much a "dive", but the place seems popular.