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Chicken with a side of baked beans and mac & cheese
Jordain J.

First time trying out this restaurant after being told about it. So I decided to do the half a chicken with a side of macaroni and cheese and baked beans. It was absolutely delicious. The chicken is also covered with their Carolina/mustard sauce. Absolutely delicious to die for and I'm truly coming back soon. It's a shame that barbecue is really only popular for the most part on the weekends and they only open on the weekends. But I truly understand making people wait for a quality product. Next time I might just just pull up and try the ribs. But I encourage anyone reading this to definitely go out there and try the food. It's quite good!

Half Slab of Ribs
Lavasia O.

The half slab of ribs was tender and falling off the bone. The sauce was delicious I get them on the side so I can dip it. I the service was speedy and the young man was polite.

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Sandra B.

After seeing this gem on YouTube, we knew we had to visit Pete's when we visited the area. It's in a house in a mixed retail and residential area. With large black smokers outside, you can't miss it. We thought we would order a light lunch but we quickly discovered there is no such thing as light at Pete's. LOL! We ordered 2 rib sandwiches and 2 chicken sandwiches along with different desserts. The entrees were served piled WAY high over white bread in a white styrofoam. The bread is sort of hidden but needed to accommodate the tangy sauce we chose. It was too much sauce for my liking but my husband loves sauce so he was happy. Each plate could easily serve 2 people. While the ribs were tender and flavorful, my favorite was the chicken. It was soooo soooo good. You can't go wrong no matter how you choose. While there on that rainy day, traffic was flowing in and out which spoke volumes. We spent 8 minutes from the time we entered, ordered and left. Quick! An oh don't be alarmed by the loud meat chopping in the back. That's the sound of BBQ love, which brought back old memories from our hometown of Memphis. Keep up the good work, Pete.

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Oliver T.

This is your stereotypical hole-in-the-wall joint that excels at one thing - BBQ. My friend and I were at the annual Ligonier conference and stopped by here afterwards for lunch before driving back to Atlanta. Afterwards, I told my friend that it's worth it to drive every year to Ligonier just to eat here. The building and interior is, how shall I say it, quite humble. Don't come here expecting any fancy building. They only allow 3 people inside at a time, so there was a short line outside. They also only take cash. Menu is simple. From the other reviews, it appeared the consensus is just to get the ribs. So, I ordered the rib sandwich. I originally was wondering, "$15 for a sandwich?" Then I saw what they meant by sandwich is two sandwich bread slices hidden under a plateful of ribs. My friend and I agreed this was the best ribs we've ever had. No exaggeration. Meat actually did fall off the ribs, unlike other places that claim that but fail to deliver. Smoke flavor was excellent. Sauce was great and I thought the perfect amount to not drown the smoke flavor. Neither of us could finish it in one sitting. The amount of ribs you get is more than I eat at a rib buffet. To top it all off, we had a great chat with Pete who was overseeing the smoker outside. What a gem Orlando has with this BBQ location.

Toni D.

As soon as you pull into the parking lot you can smell BBQ. You walk inside it's only takeout option. A dinner plate was $21 and comes with two sides and two slices of white Bread. My only regret when I left was not getting more BBQ or trying the chicken.

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Elena S.

The pictures were taken after we already dug into it because the smell was too intoxicating to wait to take proper photos. It tastes absolutely delicious! The chicken is tender, the sauce hits the spot and isn't too overwhelming, and the bread in the bottom finishes it off. This is definitely one of the best bbq spots I've been too. Better then the chain bbq spots in town.

Rib and chicken combo
Kristina L.

I would like to say that the customer service is wonderful ! The prices for the ribs and chicken I think is pretty fair... my ribs were so tender and falling off the bone, I also got the chicken as well which was also delicious but If I had to choose I'd choose the ribs ! I also ordered potato salad and collard greens. I felt the potato salad was a little on the sweet side but the collard greens was on point ! I live in Davenport but I'd definitely drive to Orlando just for This bbq !

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2 years ago

Hit or miss. sometimes you get old meat sometimes you get fresh. I wouldn't recommend this place

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We went here late one night after an event. This is the best food in the world. The whole world

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The Best BBQ in Orlando hands down! The amount of BBQ is plentiful & the sauces are very tasty.

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3 years ago

Bad ribs again, Wondering were your business is. Stop serving bad ribs again. Got reel sick off ribs again.

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3 years ago

the food is smoken...!!!!! dine - in or take out and they have outside smokers to cook that favor into the meat

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This place definitely had the best BBQ, was very busy but worth the wait, very friendly staff. Would highly recommend!!!!

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They gave me a mountain of ribs. They were tough though. The mustard sauce was good. I will give them another try.

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Uncle Tony's Backyard Bbq - Smoked Ribs Combo

Uncle Tony's Backyard Bbq

4.8(355 reviews)
5.9 miBell Isle
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The food was outstanding seasoned and cooked to perfection. The brisket was tender and the ribs…read morewere soft the macaroni was delicious the cornbread like cake. Comfortable space the hospitality was outstanding and enough seating for a nice Saturday lunch.

Well, we saw Uncle Tony's Backyard BBQ on Instagram, and my boyfriend and I were so happy we found…read morethis spot. The atmosphere was very welcoming from the moment we walked in. We got the "two meats and two sides" combo. We also learned that the lemonade and fruit punch come with refills. I usually don't even like fruit punch, but this one was so good that I made my boyfriend try it again! The lemonade was also excellent -- not overly sweet and not too tangy. They really make great homemade drinks here. The coleslaw was fantastic, and the green beans were cooked perfectly with great flavor. I had sliced brisket and pulled pork with both the house sauce and tangy sauce. Everything was delicious! The more we ate, the more we wanted to come back and try the rest of the menu. I also got the chicken breast with collard greens and mac and cheese. I'm saving some for tomorrow, but I already know it's going to be amazing! "Lastly, their prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality of food they serve. The value here is honestly amazing. Everyone there was so nice, and I think we even met the owner. We truly feel like we found the best BBQ spot! We loved the food so much that we took photos and sent them to our families. Super friendly people and fantastic food -- we'll definitely be back!

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Fatty brisket, very good you have the option between fatty and lien and chopped and sliced

Smokemade Meats + Eats - Brisket, Pork Rib, Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage

Smokemade Meats + Eats

4.4(205 reviews)
5.4 miDowntown South
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This is your neighbor local bbq spot. My friends and I arrived on a busy Sunday right when they…read moreopened. Shortly after the line was close to the door. Recently acquired Michelin Guide status this place lives up to the hype. We loved the pork sausage, burnt ends, Dino rib brisket and the Mac and cheese. All of the bbq was made fresh and tender. We liked the bbq sauces offered at the table as well. The interior features dining room tables, condiment station and memorabilia. The line moved quickly and is recommend coming early in the day or pre order if you plan on ordering a lot. I'll definitely be back to try some of their other seasonal items. Prices were fair and we paid around $30 per person for 5 bbq items and 3 medium sides.

I have to be honest I wasn't impressed by my visit to Smoke Made Meats on Crystal Lake Drive…read more I had the brisket sandwich, but the meat was almost a paste, and the BBQ sauces didn't really deliver, super watery. The mac and cheese also left me wanting more it just wasn't as rich as I hoped. That said, their collard greens were outstanding truly the star of the show. And the butter gooey cake? That was a sweet win. I also tried their Frisco fries, and they were decent, but I wouldn't rush back just for those. The ambience is really laid-back. It's like any regular barbecue place. I saw at least 3 to 4 tables of people sitting down and enjoying their barbecue and they seem to have a steady stream of traffic. The cashier who is also getting our food order together seemed really nice. She had a great personality. I honestly don't feel the need to go back and visit again. I feel like I would enjoy barbecue more from four rivers.

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Smokemade Meats + Eats - Brisket sandwich with collard greens. Sandwich is topped with their amazing slaw and kale... so yummy!

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Smoke & Donuts - The brisket slider

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4.6(222 reviews)
5.4 miColonialtown Center
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As you park and enter what looks like an old diner you are greeted and sat. Now we were lucky and…read morethe owner was there to greet and seat us with friendly vibes. This place was busy but we didn't have to wait for a seat, but if you do have to wait let me spoil it now, wait cause it will be worth it! The brisket and egg on the donut I had was perfectly sweet and savory, with the proportion being the perfect amount for about $8. They do have some adult beverages as well, but none were had at this time. Then when you are done you can go to the donut counter to order some specialty donuts to eat. I had one covered in maple glaze with a strip of bacon, which was great the next day for breakfast. Definitely go and check them out!

It's like stopping by your cool aunts place in the city for a bite to eat. The interior gives…read moremodern industrial vibes and the owner seats you herself. We sat right next to the kitchen and could see all the yummy food coming out to the tables. I ordered the Prime Brisket Smashburger and it totally hit the spot! Especially with those golden fried potato bits on the side. On the way out we had to stop by the donut bar. The donuts are made fresh and loaded with toppings. I got the Sm'Oreo and he got the Bacon Blast. Both were incredible!

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Vanilla Sprinkle and Vanilla Donut (not overly sweet, love a classic cake donut)

Volcano Hot Pot & BBQ

Volcano Hot Pot & BBQ

4.8(57 reviews)
5.8 miColonialtown Center

Volcano Hot Pot & BBQ is one of my favorite local AYCE. I've been going there since they opened…read more It's a clean and modern aesthetic with typical hot pot and grill at the tables The staff and servers are always attentive and nice. The front staff remembers us every time we go. I am obsessed with the herbal and spicy hot pot, so I usually have them make it 50/50 mix. The vegetables are fresh and there's a wide selection of meats and seafood. I also like to make my dipping sauce with the garlic sauce blend. My favorite is the Galbi which is seasoned well. Both savory and sweet. Another obsession is the asago dessert which is a tapioca pearls, black beans, fruits and jelly in a sweet coconut milk. I really enjoy going here since it's a good alternative to other AYCE in the surrounding vicinity because of the better quality. I want to see this place get more traffic because it's hidden in the old JoAnn's shopping center next to Aldi. There's plenty of parking in the commercial lot.

I've been so many times but all I have is a picture of not meat! lol…read more This is one of Volcano's newer locations on the east side of town. They do both hot pot and kbbq. You can pick one or add the other for only $5 more. They have a good selection of meats, veggies, and others. The app selection isn't my favorite compared to other restaurants but still varied. And the sauce bar is always stocked. If you're hungry, this is the place to go!

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