I never visited this place but went here for a book club meetup. Nothing fancy at all, definitely bar vibes and it was a Sunday so the sports elevated the volume immensely. Although it was a bit crowded at the bar, service wasn't too bad. However, one of the book club members specifically asked for a drink without alcohol and ended up receiving a frozen lemonade with alcohol. So she left upset. As far as food: super mid. I was actually surprised when I cut into my fried chicken sandwich and it was a bit pink. The chef himself assured me the food was cooked but it just had that color because of the brine. Idk sounds like they should change the brine then. Loaded waffle fries were also kind of gross because there was so much oil. Seems like it's a place locals enjoy, I'm glad I'm not a local. read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Waffle Fries - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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Loved this place! Located in what used to be an old train station, this spot is as cool on the outside as it is on the inside. The vibe is fun and family-friendly, with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. Inside, there are games for kids, making it a great hangout for all ages. I ordered the Pineapple Express cocktail, super tasty and strong! For food, I went with the half order of beef brisket, fried chicken, mac and cheese, and cornbread. The fried chicken was stellar, juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Everything was solid, but that chicken really stood out. It's located in Lackawanna Plaza, which has a trendy, up-and-coming feel with several other eateries to explore. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu and maybe check out the rest of the plaza while I'm at it! read more

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Location location location! This place was right next to the main stage at Montclair Pride and given the rainy weather, was a prime spot! My group posted up at a table on the side by the games for my cousin's birthday and were there for a good 5 hours and weren't rushed off. For that alone I'm giving mad stars. Cocktails were decent - the cool dip was verrrry tasty actually and I had my share of those. Ahem. There was also a sour beer on the menu that I had to close my tab out. Bussers cleared our table regularly and the crowd was friendly. Good time! I didn't get food so this is vibes and drinks only. read more

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I have been here a few times for trivia with friends. I have tried the pulled pork sandwich, the hot honey smoked wings, the pickle spears and the cornbread. I have gotten the smoked wings twice now because they're amazing. I love a simple classic made cornbread square and they did a cornbread muffin and it had a different flavor profile than your usual cornbread. It wasn't my favorite but still good! The pulled pork sandwich and pickle spears were classic and what you would expect. I will definitely be back as I really enjoy the atmosphere especially for a trivia night! read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Smoked Hot Honey Wings and Cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

PROS: staff is nice, rustic atmosphere, food is good and fresh, parking is plentiful on the streets nearby, they're also a sports bar CONS: takes forever for the food to be made, overpriced, and my gadget they gave me to tell me the food was ready malfunctioned. OVERALL: it was a good spot, and as long as you don't mind the wait and spending extra money I recommend coming here. You order your food and pick it up at a counter, instead of a waiter attending to you. That could either be a pro or con depending on what you like read more

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I came in to try the ribs, and I'm so glad we did! The ribs were absolutely delicious. We also ordered the waffle fries, and I highly recommend everyone try them! I did notice some oil accumulating at the bottom from the cheese, so I placed a fork underneath to give it a tilt for the oil to drain. Despite that, the fries were still fantastic! The process of ordering our food was quick, and we received it promptly. The place was busy but not overcrowded. I also observed that there were quite a few kids around, which didn't bother me at all. It's nice that there's a bar area for parents to relax while spending time with their children. read more

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This place exceeded my expectations. Its in a historical train station . So beautiful. Large. The bar is great. Lots of amazing frozen drinks like lemonade slushy. Thyme keeps on sipping drink was delicious. The easiest whisky drink ever. Highly recommend both drinks. The sides were stand alones. The waffle fries snd dip a 10. Comforting like chips and onion dips. The street corn was outstanding. Juicy and fresh and the toppings hit every taste buds and texture. The fried green tomatoes, with pimento toppings was the best i ever had. Quality bite. We had the works. The baby back ribs, pastrami, pulled chicken and pork freaking amazing. Smoky flavor. Fell off the bone. Quality taste. The wings and white sauce Outrageously delicious. We left none behind. Nice charr grilled asparagus. The tomato salad was fresh and light. Reminded me of homade summer salads from the market. The staff and customers great. Patrick and Chris went above and beyond. Fun games and events going on. Highly recommend. Best bbq up North. read more

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Casual Biergarten style restaurant with pretty good barbecue, open seating, and a big bar. They do random events so check their calendar like trivia and live bands. Food is pretty good, I'm not a huge bbq eater so I don't have a ton of comparison but everything we got was tender and flavorful. Brussel sprouts were on point too! You order at a counter grab a seat and they let you know your food is ready via buzzer. I liked the self serve aspect of being able to grab whatever we need without waiting. There's a couple little different sections of the place depending on what mood you want. A little more quiet when you first walk in, more of a restaurant/cafeteria vibe in the main area, and then outside for live music and games and stuff. Parking lot in front. read more

We were in the area and looking for a quick bite to eat and found this place. It's huge on this inside of the old train station and the entire place is self serve. You order your food at the counter and then pick it up when ready. You order at the bar and are served on the spot. We ordered the hot honey wings and chopped brisket sandwich. The wings had a good sweet flavor to them and a crunchy exterior from being smoked. They definitely did not have hotness to them. The chopped brisket sandwich was good but nothing too special. I would love to come back in the warmer months and take advantage of their outdoor seating and free parking lot. read more

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Top notch American BBQ place. I tired the rib, sausage, beef, bake bean, asparagus, love it! A lot of outdoor seating, perfect for family with kids. Service is order at the window and self help. The staff are helpful. A very casual and relaxed place. read more

Ribs are terrible.the wings were the only good things there. On their smoked meats the smoke flavor was barely noticeable

It's a super easy going spot. Lots of tables. Order food up front, drinks at the bar. They give you a buzzer so you can chill until it buzzes that your food is ready. We got the pulled chicken sandwich, smoked hot honey wings, sweet potato with chopped brisket and fried green tomatoes. My husband had the sandwich and he said it was a tad dry. The wings were flavorful, more sweet than spicy. The sweet potato had a dash of cinnamon and the chopped brisket on top. I think it was a $5 add-on, very little for the amount of brisket. A bit salty honestly. The fried green tomatoes were soggy and the cheese on top was tasty but salty. I drank soooo much water. Water spots were everywhere so I was able to fill up my canteen. Was perfect for this very hot place. Not a lot of ventilation, the AC wasn't great. We were steaming! I would say, chill spot with friends and family. Good spot with kids. Just food is a bit salty and it's hot AF in August. Service was amazing though. read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Fried green tomatoes, Smoked Hot Honey Wings, rotisserie sweet potato with brisket, Pulled Chicken Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

I enjoy trying something new everytime I come here. I love these green peppers they have a little kick to them and I love this sweet potato and meat dish. I enjoy coming here mostly during the summer and eating in their back patio. There's always some event happening in the area. They also have live bands. read more

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Attentive and pleasant staff. Great brisket. I'd return for the brisket. Sausage was smoky and flavorful. The ribs were a bit lean in the meat. Mac 'n Cheese wasn't a hit with my four-person party. read more

The vibes are so cute. You might have trouble finding the entrance at night due to no lit up sign but it is so worth it. You order in the window for food right when you walk in. And there is buzzers that go around and take dishes off the tables. The menu is gluten free so for my fellow celiac friends put this place on your list to try! The chicken sandwich was very tasty and juicy 9.5 , the Brussel sprouts were salty and delicious 10/10 and the sweet potatoes with pulled pork was okay. I am not a sweet potato lover but the sour cream mix they pair with it definitely dresses the dish well 6/10. The pulled pork was more on the dryer side. 5/10 The ambiance of the place is definitely hipster and welcoming. We came for trivia night and I will be back at least once a month of it ! Overall 8/10 read more

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Great food! The baby back ribs and the naughty fries always hits the spot! Definitely recommend but be sure to eat right away so the food doesn't get cold. read more

This place has a nice outdoor space which makes it ideal for summer and fall outings once the weather is nice but this time my friends and I decided to eat inside. You make your selections for food close to the entrance and they hand you a buzzer once your order is up. There's also a full bar around the corner where you can order drinks. I went with a Bulleit Bourbon on the rocks and for food I ordered the smoked sausage, cornbread, collard greens and brisket. The brisket was my favorite, it was juicy and flavorful. The table also has two choices for sauce, and I wanted some more variety im used to about 4 or 5 different sauces for Southern BBQ. The cornbread was dry for my taste and pretty hard. I also wished the collard greens had a bit of ham hock in it for added flavor. Smoked sausage had a bit of kick in it as it had jalapeños inside. There was also a live band inside who wasn't great, it seemed like they were just starting off. read more

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I don't know what I would do without this place! It is my go to with kids and friends visiting. It's easy breezy and open with tons of distractions and games for kids and adults. The drinks are good (and strong!) and the food is good. We always get the brisket and waffle fries, and my kids LOVE the tendies. read more

Hands down, Lo's Fried Chicken is the best. I also like the PEB wedge salad. This place is great for groups of friends to meet up, to listen to music, watch a game or hang outside. I've recommended Pineapple Express to friends coming to town to go to a show. I love the laid back atmosphere and the decor. Go to Pineapple Express and see for yourself, you won't regret it. read more

Cool atmosphere with lots of open seating, big bar, friendly staff, and good food. Overall great vibes!

Three means good. How many places can this incredibly large old train station be? When it was the Pig place, the food and drink quality was high. In its current Pineapple phase, it is a pleasant BBQ joint with a bar. I didn't think my martini was that good and the beer selection was so-so. But it remains a fun spot for gathering, which is what we did after our friend premiered his latest film at Montclair Film Festival. read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Went there on a Saturday night to watch basketball game. The service was great. We sat at the bar. The bartenders were very friendly drinks. (adult beverages) were great. The food was typical bar, food, but tasty, crowded, great atmosphere, We had enjoyable evening read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Cheeseburger cup of chili, chicken fingers - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Really fun atmosphere for kids. It has a beer garden feel and live music the day we went, really great when the weather is nice. Please note this has a beer garden feel, and is really self service, so no wait service. The prices are not exactly low budget, but the food was really good. (Had low expectations given some prior reviews) The fried chicken was really a home run! read more

This restaurant REFUSED service to several POC during the annual Montclair Jazz Festival. I was waiting at the bar and the bartenders wouldn't make eye contact. The people next to me said they'd been there waiting for a while and the bartender just shouted NO when they tried to get his attention. Our interaction got the attention of the owner, who JUSTIFIED the bartender's behavior and said to me "Do you want a drink or not" to squash the interaction! Please DO NOT SUPPORT THIS RACIST PLACE!! read more

Keeping this one nice and short. The place is nice and spacious, but the food to me was not that good. The chicken wasn't cooked all the way through. The chicken sandwich was decent. The Mac and cheese needs more work, wasn't feeling it. The corn bread was okay. short. read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Great frozen drinks such as the espresso martini and non alcoholic pink lemonade. Friendly people and nice atmosphere.

A beer garden type in the downtown Montclair is probably what the doctors ordered! Perfect set up and location in the old Lackawanna Station. Certainly could do sooo much more to make the space pop, but time will tell. If you show up and the place is busy, grab a table. The outside ones go quickly on a nice day. Inside can be a bit loud, with the high ceiling and old building. Same thing tho, tables go quickly. Definitely community style. Decent selection of beers, which typically isn't my thing, but my buddy recommended an IPA. Typical prices in Montclair. Not much of a scotch selection, that was a bit disappointing, but not their focus so I get it. Bartenders were friendly and no issues with the service. Ordering food process could use a little adjustment. I'm okay with their procedure, just seems it could be a little easier. Perhaps let technology do some work and mobile ordering. Waiting online isn't bad, but it's in a bad, high traffic spot. Can get annoying if there's a long line and people flowing in and out. Plus our pager didn't work and someone had to come out looking for us. The lady was nice to deliver our food to us, but it was cold to warm at best. We ordered many items to share and nothing stood out. The cornbread had a nice salty taste, which I like and think is underrated. Some comments on the fried chicken. Pulled pork was okay. Thought the bbq sauce was bland. Enjoyed the kick in the collard greens, didn't expect it. Nothing blew me away here and sometimes that's okay. We were looking for easy going and for the most part found it. While they didn't put any points on the board, picked up nice yardage... read more

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Great spot, good food, amazing atmosphere. Family friendly, love the decor. Came on a Saturday afternoon, they had open mic. We had a great time, most def be back read more

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Great food and ambiance. Love the music and vibe. I've seen families there outside enjoying music as well as a great date location. read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Waiting for the band. - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Came here for what I thought was just dinner, but what happened to be a trivia night, which was a nice surprise! The space is a little disjointed, but the story of the restaurant being an old train station, then a Hollywood Video, and now a restaurant is pretty cool. Got the fried chicken sandwich and waffle fries - both were delicious. I will say that the bun fell apart on me almost immediately, but the chicken itself was wonderfully seasoned and the banana peppers had just the right amount of spice. I don't know what the two sauces were but they were both amazing. It's ultimately a great place to hang out with friends and do some karaoke or trivia. I wouldn't come here as a food destination only but as a social space it's amazing! read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Fried chicken sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Casual bbq/beer garden vibe, and with window service to get food and drinks. I can see that they're trying for a local hang out spot, with lots of free live music, trivia nights, and local talent nights. Place is very loud and lively, so don't think you can have a conversation inside when the live music is going; outside spaces seem promising come summer. The food was unfortunately very mid, and really expensive for the quality. Burger was eh (was thinking I would've rather a Holstens), fried pickles were decent on the spice and dip, pulled pork sandwich was served at a wierd just above cold temp (but had a decent real smoke flavor). The waffle fries 'naughty style' with queso and chili crisp were just bad- fries undercooked, chili crisp oil not very flavorful and pooling about like the queso broke and left an oil slick. Beer selection is decently interesting, but the signature cocktail of the spicy Pineapple Express wad adequate- until I found out it was $15 for a nothing special backyard bbq style mixed drink. Happy hour is only Thursdays and fridays 12-6, which is a bit weird. So come for the causal hang vibes, but the food seems really skippable read more

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really disappointing experience with my family. this was a go to place for us last summer, we have 3 kids under 6 and it had sand pits and was a family friendly atmosphere. today we went and there were signs they had hung up with rules specific to kids/ families and we felt very targeted. for example telling kids not to run in the open outdoor area/car park , not to be too loud (in a loud bbq restaurant?!) and basically for parents to keep them from acting like kids at all times. Our 4 and 2 year old were playing and giggling in the connect four/foosball area and we got approached by a staff member telling us to "keep our kids in check because the sounds were alarming the bartender" those were his words. anyways we are sad to say we will not be returning and this place has succeeded with their message that families with children are not welcome anymore. read more

I am genuinely baffled by how many bad reviews there are! This place has been nothing but solid and tasty every time we have visited. We've ordered from here a few times - the brisket (melt in your mouth good), Mac and cheese (aaaamaazing! best I've had in forever!) , smoked sausage and fried chicken are our favorites so far. We even catered a recent party from here and everyone raved about the food. The brisket was gone in nearly an instant once everyone realized how delicious it was, especially with the horseradish sauce. The pulled pork, baked beans and collards were all fine but not in the same tier as what I mentioned above. I also really like their wedgie salad in the bacon dressing. Excited to go back and try some more of the menu! Major blessing that its all inherently gluten free, too. read more

Awesome place in the afternoon to hangout as parents. Spacious, cool and games for big and small. The hot honey wings was so good and the pork brisket was so soft I was able to grab it with the fork. The coleslaw is vinegar base but so good, it complimented our food. Will be back. read more

Pineapple Express Barbecue - Hot honey wings, smoked brisket, coleslaw and waffle fries - Barbeque Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Expensive and lackluster taste. The brisket doesn't have enough smoke flavor but the chili was good, meaty and spicy. Wings were tasty but expensive too. Drink are $5 at happy hour. That's nice. Service is good I liked the venue, the ambiance is right and if a band was playing later, it would have been a nice night. read more

Food - pulled pork sandwich was tepid and not super satisfying. Fixings were lacking. Brisket was good. Same with the chicken wings. Mac and cheese was also tepid and not a hit with us. Service - easy to order and pick up. Wasn't super packed. Ambiance - Nice interior. Big open space and lots of seating. Guitarist was playing with pretty loud acoustics. read more

Good BBQ and fun environment! I've come here on several occasions and enjoyed the over all vibe and food. The pulled pork is my favorite. I also love bringing my pup and hanging outside in the beer garden area. read more

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Incredible family friendly place with great food! In the summer there are sand tables for kids in the beer garden, a movie playing, foosball, and plenty of space to move around without bumping into people. Food: so hard to find good gluten free places so we were really happy here. Brisket was the best meat, so tender and juicy. Fried chicken was my husband's favorite but tenders were just ok (good for being gluten free though). Wings were good too, sticky saucy and tender. Mac and cheese was enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Collards were a little spicy. Shishito peppers were yummy. GF cornbread (muffin shaped) was very good, some of our party couldn't guess that they were gluten free! Kids gobbled it up. Loved the frozen nonalcoholic lemonade. They have plenty of beer and margaritas. read more

Decent BBQ for the price. The ordering system is a bit of a chore, you need to get the menu, then order from the counter, pay and have it dropped at your table. Beers/cocktails need to be ordered from the bar. It would be much simpler to have a server take the entire order. The ribs were very good as well as the fried chicken, which was juicy and crisp. The sides were all underwhelming, I thought the mac and cheese was clumpy and bland, the fries were super salty and the coleslaw lacked flavor. Drink/beer list was great but the service was on the slower side. The space itself is great, located in the former Lackawanna Railroad ticket office inside the plaza. read more

This is a great place to just hang out with friends, eat, drink, and play games. They have a large indoor sitting area, as well as an outdoor "beer garden" with a lot more space! It's self service, which I actually prefer. You're free to find your own seating and just go up to the counter to order whenever you want. Cant comment too much on the food; all we got were some chicken tenders. They were heavily seasoned and nice and crispy, but the sauces were a little underwhelming. Overall, I would come back for the atmosphere/venue, but wouldn't come here if all I wanted was a good meal. read more