Fantastic experience with PITbowls today! They quickly accommodated 45 meals for our group and, while I wouldn't recommend doing so without giving them a friendly heads up as a small business, they worked miracles and fed our whole gang. The food was excellent: fresh, plentiful, and *bonus point* came in eco-friendly packaging. They were organized, swift and so very friendly. Please give our new friends at the PIT a try! You won't be disappointed. read more

Food was fine, fresh, but lacking in spice. Needed more flavor. Nice place to sit and eat outside the food truck or take to go. read more

PITBowls - Mediterranean bowl - Barbeque Near Me - Ludington, Michigan

Charge a year old full price for the Buffett and don't have high chairs. That tells me that they don't want family business

We absolutely love the Cluck Buckets menu. Always friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. Their homemade soft pretzels, mac & cheese, and rice bowls are just a few of our favorites. Two Thumbs up!! read more

Love it! Vegetarian's who love that bbq flavor but never quite get it? Order the loaded pit-tatoe with a side of bbq sauce. YUM! Both types of coleslaw are available and good. Corn bread good. My kids had the chicken and loved it. The hubby inhaled the Hawaiian chicken sandwich (I didn't even get a pic). The Mac n chz was also a hit. It took us longer to order than for them to put the order together. read more

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I was in town with my parents on vacation and I saw Cluck Bucket on Yelp. I'm so glad we checked it out! The people were incredibly friendly and helpful to us when ordering, and the food was great!! The pulled chicken was moist and perfectly seasoned, the corn bread was sweet and delicious, and the pittatoes were perfectly cooked! I had a lemonade, and my parents had an iced tea and both were great! My parents commented that the chicken was well seasoned, but not excessively salty, and I agree. I will definitely go back the next time I'm in Ludington! I'd love to try the wings next time :) Also, I thought the serving sizes and prices were spot on. I definitely recommend checking them out! read more

PITBowls - Pulled chicken and corn bread, tea, and half chicken plus cole slaw and corn bread, and loaded pittatoes. - Barbeque Near Me - Ludington, Michigan

I am a sucker for a good food truck. If you've ever been to a place where there is a strong food truck culture, you know that you can find unique and high quality cuisine. Enter Cluck Bucket. It's much more like a food truck than a brick and mortar restaurant in set up. Although Ludington isn't known for a strong food truck culture, Cluck Bucket could easily hold its own if it was. Let me start with the staff. It's clear to see that this family ran business is done from the soul. They are super friendly and helpful. But in my many restaurant visits over the years I've had those experiences when the staff was great but the food missed the mark. So let's talk about the food. Cluck Bucket is known for their chicken. This is BBQ'd over charcoal, rotisserie-style while passing through their secret sauce in their special pit. They have several different cuts you can choose from. I had the 1/2 chicken. As one who loves to eat and cook BBQ, I'm both skeptical and intrigued by a eatery advertising it. So I was impressed seeing their pit, smelling the smoke, seeing the golden brown chicken, and then experiencing the ease of cutting into a chicken with plasticware. This means the chicken was super tender. It was fall-off-the-bone juicy and had a unique flavor. It wasn't super smokey nor slathered with a sweet sauce. That's not a slight on Cluck Bucket's approach, it's just that it's unique and super good! I ordered the Cluck Bucket Special that came with their Pit-Tatoes (BBQ'd on their pit), choice of two types of slaw (Grandma's or Creamy), & Cornbread. I was asked if I wanted to have my pit-tatoes loaded (sour cream & cheese) and I said, "sure why not!" They were good, especially when you add a little of their tangy red sauce. Most BBQ joints I've visited usually serve fries, a small side of coleslaw, and some cheap bread that I usually throw away. I was pleasantly surprised by Cluck Bucket's unique approach these things. First, they do not serve any fried food. Second, their coleslaw isn't "token coleslaw" but is worth having. I chose "Grandma's Slaw" which is a oil/vinegar base with the nice hint of celery seed. Lastly was the cornbread. Wow! This was an unexpected treat. It wasn't the boring "Jiffy Cornbread" type that's usually dry and bland. This cornbread, however, was moist and sweet, more like a corn cake. This is a PERFECT marriage with all the savory elements of the other part of the meal. Do yourself a favor and check out the Cluck Bucket if you live in or are visiting the Ludington area. read more

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The chicken sandwich I had was dry. The chicken tenders used were not tender at all. The bun and pickles were good but you need something inside to make a good sandwich. The potato tots were themselves cooked good but the needed butter, salt and pepper. My wife's Cluck stack was nothing she would order again. Like the tots, it needed seasoning. Had to turn around and go back - needed forks to eat and none were put in the carry out bag. Oh well. Never again. read more

I love the smoked pits, which are potatoes. Full of Smokey flavor. The 1/2 chicken was juicy and Smokey and tender.

Great place for a grab and go meal. Chicken and sides full of flavor. Portion size very reasonable and I gotta tell you, I love the sides. They are different and not an after thought. Keep it up Cluck Bucket, stay consistent and you are on to something!! Can't wait to go back. Missing the crepe's!! read more

Have been very hesitant to try this place because I generally associate any chicken places with BBQ, which I'm not a fan of but I was so wrong! They have the BEST food. We had the chicken Hawaiian tacos, Mac n cheese and the Mac N Cluck! My new favorite place in town for Mac n cheese! read more

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Great spot for you foodies. Chicken served from a food wagon along with little spuds, sour cream and cheese. (Cluck and Pits) Awesome food and service. Check it out. You won't be sorry. read more

PITBowls - Click and pits - Barbeque Near Me - Ludington, Michigan

Not sure what all of the hype is behind this chicken joint earning a 5 star rating. This is basically a food truck on blocks. It is neat and clean and the whole space is spotless...for a food truck. I came by for lunch and had a half chicken combo. It came with a small portion of slaw and about 7 very small toasted or baked white potatoes. There was an additional charge for shredded cheese and a smidge of sour cream on the potatoes. It also had a nice square of corn bread. With a pop for just under $14 bucks....Wowsers ! It was just OK. Not 5 star lip smacking...$14 dollars worth. I realize this is somewhat of a tourist town....Those guys are long gone Y'all $14 bucks downtown can get you quite a nice meal with table service and tip included. Best of Luck with that $14 dollar Cluck read more

Our favorite take-out place in Ludington. Every item on the menu is homemade. If you like cornbread with honey, make sure you try the Cluck And Sweet. I cannot recommend it highly enough. read more

This was a great little family owned food truck! The workers were very friendly and happy. I got the Cluck & Pits which was char chicken and pit-tatoes. Their homemade red sauce was very good! I will go back if in Ludington again! read more

PITBowls - Cluck & Pits - Barbeque Near Me - Ludington, Michigan

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Camping nearby, stopped in because of the reviews. Excellent service and delicious food. Both my son and I had the Cluck Special. 1/2 chicken, pit-tatoes, slaw and cornbread. The chicken is very tasty, moist and tender. Not over-cooked or dry. The pit-tatoes are good. We didn't get them loaded, but might try that the next time. This is a great place to stop and pick up a tasty meal. I did notice picnic tables, so eating onsite is an option. Will definitely come back next time we are in the area. read more

The food was good the but the Mac noodles were a bit soggy and overly cheesy but the service was amazing

Why did the chicken cross the road? To get to the Cluck Bucket. Picked up some Cluck for lunch today.the Cluck crew was super friendly and helpful. The chicken was tasty the sides were fantastic-coleslaw and potato salad. The little Mister gobbled it right up. You won't cry fowl if you eat at the Bucket. read more

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Had the special. Hawaiian chicken sandwich. Fabulous. The ring of pineapple was Everything!

The click and pits was SO good and so was the fresh lemonade. The service went above and beyond. It was storming the day we went and 2 young girls were going to each car taking orders and delivering them so we didn't have to get out in the rain. Talk about great service and great food. I would highly recommend a stop here. We will certainly be returning the next time we visit this area. read more

Just a simple food trailer but totally worth the stop!!!!!! So good and quick! Great prices too! Highly recommend!

Awesome food. Had chicken wrap, $2.50. Taste great,moist. Great for persons who've had part of stomach removed. Hubby had chicken tenders. Tenders large, moist and great taste. Hubby couldn't eat all just ate 3 of 5. 5 tenders for $7.50. More food than big name places and more tasty. read more

100% a "must have" when visiting Ludington! The chicken has a unique smokey flavor that is complemented by the special red sauce offered. When you get a chance, give the "Cluck & Pits" a try soon. The Cluck & Pits is a great combination of incredible flavors. Also, consider grabbing a container or two of chicken, salads, and sandwich rolls before your day of boating or hanging out at the beach. The staff at Cluck Bucket is top-notch. The young people at the register and the serving window are very friendly and polite. The rest of the staff have been super helpful with questions and suggestions. Great job Cluck Bucket! read more

If your looking for quality food for a reasonable price than this is the place for you. Food was fresh, tasty, great portions & inexpensive. I had the stacked rice bowl with Barbecue chicken,chicken was very moist & barbecue sauce sweet but not over powering. 5 star food with 1 star cost, highly recommend Cluck Bucket & will make this a regular stop read more

Come to Ludignton every summer and was told to try out the cluck bucket, just went in for a rice bowl and the rice was not cooked and the chicken was cold and pink, would not recommend unless you feel like getting good poisoning. read more

Great food! Everything is made fresh daily. Pulled chicken and potatoes are unlike any other. Definitely recommend! Always quick service and friendly. read more

Their food is always fresh and made with care. I love the healthy options that are easy to take to the beach or a park.

They have the best pulled chicken sandwich I've ever had! Absolutely amazing. The potato salad is out of this world good! If I could give it a 6 I would read more

Stopped here on the way to lake Hamlin. Super nice people run the food wagon. Between my family and I we sampled the keto plate, the 1/2 chicken plate, the pulled chicken nachos and several sides. Everything well cooked and very very tasty. I smoke a lot of meats myself. This is high quality chicken cookin'. read more

Heard about this place from a friend who goes to Poncho's Pond. This chicken was very moist and flavorful. We had the creamy cole slaw and loaded potatoes. The corn bread was sooo good. We will for sure have this again and recommend it after a day at the beach for a delicious simple dinner. read more

Excellent chicken; kick-a** coleslaw. A must-eat in the Lud. Plus, a great value. They don't skimp on the chic. read more

This chicken is unbelievably delicious and the pit-tatoes make you not want to stop eating. If I'm vacationing in Ludington for a week this place would easily be my meal of choice every other night. read more

Had lunch there today. Got the chicken special. Chicken was very moist and flavorful. Cornbread sweet and very good. I thought coleslaw and potatoes were ok. My wife loved the chicken and cornbread. We will stop again because I like chicken and this is different than most. Good thing. read more

this place gets a lot of hype and many people think it is amazing. when i went the food was okay but it was still a good experience but in my opinion it doesn't live up to the hype unfortunately. read more

Wow, it was amazing. We got 2 orders of the cluck bucket special, and both loved it! The portions were great..not sure what the one reviewer was talking about the portions being small and the food not being good. It was delicious! read more

We were in Ludington and thought we'd try this place. It's basically a food truck. There was no line at all when we ordered. We got the special with half chicken and pit-atoe salad. I loved the salad. The chicken was good, moist and a little smoky but I feel like it's lacking something, flavor wise (maybe the sauce will make it better?) Service was fast and staff was friendly. read more

First time trying their food, came over from Poncho's Pond and tried a little bit of everything... AMAZING!

Amazing chicken! Great upscale food truck vibe, but food was healthier & more fresh then most!! Super shaded outdoor eating area, friendly staff & served in to go containers for easy picnic or boats eats on the to the lake! Definitely will be back read more

Stopped for dinner last night. The service was quick and the food was awesome. The chicken reminded me of the barbecue chicken we ate in New York but only better. We will be stopping again read more

Honestly. Best food in the area for a quick bite. Doesnt take forever for food and it has a SERIOUSLY AMAZING food outcome.