I've had the opportunity to try Porky Butts a couple of different ways. My family and I decided to do dinner one night so we all met up at Porky Butts. Their menu is vast and full of variety and I felt myself feeling nervous attempting to decide. Luckily, my sister and brother in law had the idea of ordering several items on one of their platters. I thought this was the perfect way to feed 6 people. I believe we got a few other things along with it, like the potato salad, an order of just burnt ends and an extra order of corn bread. There was something for everyone! We got to try their BBQ chicken and turkey as well as some pulled pork and ribs. I was happily impressed. I also loved how clean the restaurant and bathrooms were. There was ample staff around to bring out the meals, pick up some plates that were empty, and refill waters. Just recently, my workplace catered Porky Butts BBQ for our meal for inventory. They brought all the food, and napkin dispenser, utensils, and plates along with enough staff to set up and serve for 4 hours. The staff were genuinely kind, polite, and professional. Greeting each employee as they came into the breakroom and were excited to serve us. It was such a delight. The food was just as delicious as when I tried it in the restaurant. We got to choose from beans, corn bread, pulled pork, sliced BBQ chicken, and mac and cheese. They had buns available if you wanted to eat the pork or chicken as a sandwich and several different BBQ sauces to add on if you chose. They also had butter and honey packets for the bread. Just like my visit at the restaurant I was impressed and so full by the time I finished my meal. Porky Butts is a proven winner!! I'd definitely visit their restaurant again soon and if I need anything catered, I'll absolutely think about Porky Butts! read more

I was salivating over pictures of ribs online recently, and went in search of something delicious in Omaha as I have yet to be able to cook bbq properly myself. I headed to Porky Butts after reading rave reviews. I bought the Family Platter, said to feed 2-3. I can see that. It seems like a lot of food. A half-rack of ribs is plenty for a small family to try when it comes with 1/3 lb. each of two more meats. My go-to is pulled pork, and just to be different, I made this dinner a pork-a-pallooza by choosing smoked ham as the second meat. The ribs are really good -- the meat comes off the bone easily and has great flavor. The pulled pork was disappointing, though. It seemed really wet, and not from sauce. Like overcooked, too much steam, maybe? Who know. But the ham! OMG, the surprise entry in this extravaganza was soooo delicious! Not too smoky, not overly salty, tender and, dare I say, worthy of being a main selection when I come back! Two large containers of sides were both great. The beans were saucy, smoky, and filled with threads of, I dont know, brisket? The mac and cheese was flavorful and very creamy. I didnt want to wait for dinner after my first taste test! Cornbread is moist and delicious and that's before any butter or honey. Folks behind the counter were quick and friendly (it was a to-go order). And even at 2 in the afternoon tables were populated and carryout was hopping. As for carryout, I wonder why the sauce containers are so tiny. Be loud -- be proud, and use less plastic with a single container that hold three of those tiny ones. And that pulled pork, it made a good sandwich, but it wasnt A+ I will be back though. The variety of sides looks amazing and the sandwiches were very enticing! read more

Porky Butts BBQ - Porky Butts Family Platter - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Round two! "Family platter" -ribs , again perfect , smoky juicy fall off the bone ! -burnt ends, juiciest most flavorful I've ever had! -jalapeno cheddar smoked sausage an absolute must! Sides -brisket chili- chock full of flavor and brisket! -street corn, everything you need to know is in the name ! If you love great BBQ, This isn't a recommendation,... it's a must ! 10/10 Staff is friendly , fast and every order has been spot on ! The location is well lit , multiple TV's And the drinks are self serve ,.. Simple perfection ! **come early , they will sell out of Ribs** That alone tells ya what up ! Also have a bottle beer selection ,.. read more

Porky Butts BBQ - Family and Family Platter feeds 2-3! - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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First time trying Porky Butts and it did not disappoint! We typically would go to swine dining but wanted to try something different and it gives the Swine Dining on Dodge a run for its money! The ribs meat came off the bone easily. The mac and cheese was fantastic. The cornbread is so moist. The brisket wasn't my favorite but my friend told me that I need to try it again as it is usually very good. I will update when I try it again! The service was fast & friendly! The atmosphere was fun. You can go for any occasion and it can also be a quick dinner if you're in a rush. We will be back! read more

Porky Butts BBQ - Rib Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Hands down the best bbq I've had in Omaha. The most consistent too. Definitely be aware of the rushes here. The line can be put the door. We got our food fast and the value was incredible for all you get. The brisket is a must, but the burnt ends are hard to pass up. The other proteins are good, but I like to stick to the A list. Plenty of seating. So glad they removed the booths and put in more tables. Can't wait for our next visit. Definitely getting the smoked wings next! read more

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The best BBQ for value my boyfriend and I have ever had, and we've been to plenty of spots across the south and Midwest. Juicy meats, balanced sauces, and amazing platters. We didn't speak to each other most of the meal since we were concentrated on the utter masterpiece before us. Previously got a sandwich and it was a 10/10 with great flavors. My only complaint is the mac and cheese side could be better seasoned and made, but that was my own choice! read more

Porky Butts BBQ - Family Platter feeds 2-3 Meat Plate, chicken quarter, ribs, turkey, street corn, mac and cheese, cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

The smoked turkey is delicious, the service quick and friendly, and the prices are in line with other BBQ joints that lack the tastes and flavor of Porky Butts. If you haven't tried Porky Butts it is worth a trip. read more

Made our pickup at 1pm today, the smoked beans as usual were fantastic, that's why we bought two, the burnt ends and cornbread were good. The ribs were very very tough, and had lots of gristle in them. This was a big disappointment since their ribs have always been fantastic and one of our favorites at Porky Butts. read more

Since it was our first time..FAITH greeted us and very enthusiastically explained the items on the menu and made excellent recommendations (that we chose) and they exceeded our expectations...Faith went that extra mile for a customer..thank you! The brisket was tender, juicy and cooked to perfection..we had the jalapeño cheese sausage..so cheesy and delicious...smokehouse beans had just the right amount of smokiness. My favorite was the brisket chili...nothing like I ever had before and their cornbread was by far the best I've had ..it was moist and delicious ..the fries were so crispy but soft and yummy on the inside...the little extras such as the picked purple onions and pickles were such a great addition as well. Great place ..great parking and the place was packed..so get there early..lots of seating and staff constantly clearing tables for the next guests.. read more

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The Family Platter is a great way to enjoy the variety of food at Porky Butts BBQ. It consists of a Half Rack of Ribs, choice of 2 meats, choice of 2 sides, cornbread, and some fixings. We chose Burnt Ends and Brisquet for meat with Green Beans and Chili for sides. Loved, loved all the meats! Tender and tasty! Rib meat was ready to fall off the bone! I was a bit disappointed with the Chili; however, that was likely because I made a homemade batch last week and added all the right spices. Porky Butts' chili lacked some flavor in comparison. Meanwhile, the cornbread was great. I would prefer to give 4.5 stars if I could -- with only the chili falling short of awesome. read more

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I had to update my review because I recently revisited this spot. They have great barbecue at the spot. They do a great job with their smoked meats. They have great flavor. I really enjoy the mild barbecue sauce. I still stick by what I said about the sides I thought they were just average, but overall, this is a really good barbecue spot ! The tank sandwich is fire! read more

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4 sandwiches were cold not room temp cold. Fries were cold. Asked about it on their website heard nothing. Service was ok Decor is ok it's a bbq joint. I'm not looking to get anything out of them just tell the owners you need to be watching temps. If it were sitting at the service area under heat lamps it would've been warm. I honestly think people don't care. I didn't want to make a seen read more

Picked up an order from here the other day. Ordered a full rack of ribs, 2 meat order with brisket and jalapeno cheddar sausage, and extra corn bread. Was disappointed with the amount of meat in the 2 meat order. For what is charged, the portions should have been much more generous. I was very happy with the full rack of ribs, there was a lot and they was excellent. The cornbread was also very tasty, some of the best I have ever had. read more

Good portion sizes and flavorful BBQ! Mac n cheese was the perfect side! Had more of a big chain feeling but delicious nonetheless read more

Porky Butts BBQ - Burnt ends, beans and mac n cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Wanted to try some mid-west barbecue while on a road-trip. Stellar Yelp reviews led us to Porky Butts - It did not disappoint! All of the trophies on display only raises expectations while waiting for your food to arrive. Everything was delicious - smoked Turkey, ribs, pulled pork, cheddar jalapeño sausage, corn, green beans, beans... All are recommended! And the place is clean...bonus! I am a proud smoker at home, and am super picky and critical about my barbecue being just right. So much so, that I'm often disappointed when eating out. If I lived here, I'd hit it again! Nice job Porky Butts! read more

Do I recommend Porky Butts BBQ? Yes! Yes I do! This past week took us from the Des Moines IA metro to Lincoln NE...and then back and forth between Lincoln and Omaha several times. Any time you travel food always comes into the conversation. J's Smokehouse in Omaha and Canyon Joe's Barbecue along with Hog Wild Pit Bar-B-Q in Lincoln were at the top of my BBQ list, but my traveling companions kept shooting holes in them for one reason or another. Out of frustration I Googled "best barbeque in Omaha NE" and Porky Butts BBQ came up at the top of my search results. We hit the Porky Butts BBQ's Yelp and Facebook pages and couldn't find anything that didn't sound good. They checked all the boxes except one... One of our party doesn't really like cornbread and we didn't see a Texas toast option, but that's a box that can be left unchecked... We ended up getting two family platters. A family platter is listed on the menu as: Family Platter (Feeds 2-3) $32 Half Rack, 1/3 lb of 2 Meats, 2 Large Sides & 3 Piece Cornbread On one we got ribs, catfish, and turkey breast with fried okra and french fries. Add an addtional side of mac n cheese. On the other ribs, smoked sausage, and brisket with green beans and potato salad. Let's start with the environment. Porky Butts BBQ is in a small strip with lots of parking. It's order and pay at the counter. Their online menu and menu board are easy to navigate even with an many choices as they offer. You order and pay at the front counter. Foutain drinks are self serve. Napkins are at the table. Utensils and to go boxes (for your leftovers) are up by the fountain drinks. They bring you the food and bus your table for you when you are done. Seating is a combination of low top tables and chairs, high top tables and chairs, and booths. It's seat yourself after placing your order. The food... Magical! Everything I had was hot and fresh and was cooked to perfection. I didn't try the potato salad... It looked a little bougie to me. I love an old school German potato salad. Peeled potatoes, heavy on the mustard, mayo, a little onion, and that's about it. Once I saw the skins and how white it was... Nah. I'm good. That's just me though. Service was great! From the gentleman who took our order, the server who dropped off the food, the manager who checked on us part of the way through our visit, to table service who cleaned up empty trays when needed... Couldn't have asked for a better visit! Kudos to the staff at Porky Butts BBQ! read more

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Deeeelicious!! We had the family platter that feeds 5 and the BBQ Boudin Balls. The BBQ Boudin Balls were every bit the yumminess of the crab balls, but with juicy bbq! The entire bbq platter was delicious. The turkey was juicy, the ribs and brisket were delicious and the burnt ends and pulled pork were moist. We also enjoyed all the sides- corn bread, potato salad (not sweet), Mac and cheese and loaded grits! The loaded grits were my favorite. Besides the bbq of course. Their French fries are crispy and flavorful. Service was like all the bbq places. One line that leads up to the counter and you order. This is a great place with a growing legacy of grilling to championship levels. I have had a lot of bbq, was this my favorite I've ever had, no, but it is up there. Love a lot about this restaurant and can't take anything away but a full stomach. We are all happy! read more

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3 person family meal was an excellent value. ribs were smoky and tender, with a nice firmness to maintain its integrity. burnt ends had great flavor. didn't eat until 30 minutes after pickup so i can't fairly judge the brisket. inside of store was clean. checkout was busy but efficient. bbq beans-yum. cornbread-yum. apple slaw- fail. read more

Amazing place for bbq. When you enter you order at the front then grab a table. There's an area where you can get soda or tea, wet wipes, utensils, and take out boxes. At each table, there's 3 bbq sauces. Fun to try and mix for the flavor you like. My favorite were the ribs and burnt ends. The ribs are fall off the bone tender. The burnt ends were delicious. My favorite by far was the cornbread which was more like a corn cake. It was moist and phenomenal with honey and butter. The apple slaw and the pickles help cut the richness of the meats so you can keep on eating. read more

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The food was amazing! And that's coming from someone who does not like BBQ as much. The service was great and accommodating. I did not eat inside but when we went to pick up the food, it seemed like a fun environment. read more

Some of the best BBQ I've had and the price makes it even more appealing! The service was great and I've never felt more satisfied

This was our first time visiting Porky Butts BBQ. Even though they were extremely busy, they took the time and patiently explained their menu options and made recommendations. We ordered the two meat plate (brisket, jalapeño cheddar sausage, smoked beans, mac n cheese, & cornbread) and a "small" side order of fries which ended up being enough food for two people. I am typically not a fan of cornbread, but at my wife's request, I tried it and have to admit it was moist and delicious. All of the food was outstanding (even the cornbread)! It's not fancy, but very affordable and well worth the drive. This was definitely worth the trip to northwest Omaha. read more

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Porky Butts is an Omaha gem. Can't say enough about this place. Whenever I come to visit from California, this is on the top of my list of places to visit. Due to scheduling and because we have been here before when we were turned away during operating hours because they were sold out of meat. Can you believe that? Dine in and take out orders wiped them out for the rest of the evening. So this time, I arrived before they opened. Oh snap!!! My go to is Texas Poutine. Handmade chips topped with queso, beef brisket, pulled pork, crumbled bacon, green onions and drizzled with BBQ sauce. You can replace the chips with fries for $1+. Ok, Porky Butts, until next time. See ya. Ok, bye. read more

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Came with family on Father's Day. It was PACKED with line out the door. We were tempted to leave but stuck it out. Getting to order at the counter didn't take long, and we got seated easily. Food came out fairly quickly. It was all so flavorful. We got the family meal with brisket, pulled pork, and burnt ends. The cornbread was probably a favorite of the table. Nice to have a bit of Texas flavor in Omaha read more

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First time visiting the Porky Butt restaurant. I appreciate that the owners support the community through various charitable events. The fries were excellent. Loved my jalapeño sausage, prices are going up on beef so there is an $1.50 up charge but only two slices of brisket (maybe my only disappointment). Everything was really good and would recommend them to anyone looking for a good BBQ restaurant. Overall excellent for the price. You won't go hungry. The chili was on point. You also have 3 choices of bbq sauce. I'll be back. Thank you read more

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Just ok BBQ but we are from Texas so it's hard to find the BBQ we like. Service was good though.

Our post-Valentine's adventure finally brought us to Porky Butts BBQ--a spot we'd been meaning to try forever. The stars aligned, and we pulled into a packed parking lot. Fortunately, most people were waiting on to-go orders, so we didn't have to fight for a table. Since we're no amateurs (and I never walk into a restaurant without scoping out the menu first), I knew exactly what I wanted. The staff was hustling, with a sea of paper tickets hanging up, but we were greeted with a smile and asked what they could make fresh for us--major points for that! We ordered BBQ Boudin Balls, a Rib Plate with Brisket Chili and Potato Salad, and a Two-Meat Plate with Mac & Cheese and Apple Slaw. Oh, and two sodas--Coke Zero on tap (bless!). Total bill: $56--pretty reasonable considering the time and effort that goes into smoked meat. The sauce lineup--Mild, Sassy, and Fiery--was put to the test immediately. I wish they provided chips to sample them instead of me resorting to using my finger, but hey, whatever works. Mild and Sassy were nearly identical, and while Fiery had some heat, spice lovers might find it a little tame. Our BBQ Boudin Balls arrived quickly but without plates--just a tiny tray. BBQ is messy, and these little guys weren't the most structurally sound. That said, they had a smoky, burnt flavor that I actually enjoyed. Still, I'd probably go for a different appetizer next time. Now, onto the main event. Our plates arrived with all the fixings--pickles, pickled onions, and a giant piece of cornbread (complete with butter and honey). MVP of my plate? The catfish. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and absolutely perfect with the little tartar sauce/Tabasco concoction I whipped up. The pork was solid, but the catfish stole the show, so I didn't give it much attention. As for the sides: Mac & cheese - Cheesy but a little bland, even after a hit of salt and pepper. Apple slaw - Soggy and flavorless; wouldn't get it again. Cornbread - Sweet, cake-like, but served cold. Warming it up would have taken it to the next level. Brisket chili - I stole a bite from my husband's plate, and wow--definitely ordering that next time! All in all, it was a fantastic way to celebrate with my Valentine. Porky Butts BBQ lived up to the hype--some hits, some misses, but I'd happily go back to explore more of the menu! read more

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We were able to try their catered pulled pork, burnt ends and baked beans at a house party. Everything had so much flavor & there was a lot of meat on the burnt ends with not too much fat. I loved it all-easy to have as a favorite BBQ anytime! YUM! read more

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Visited Pork Butts BBQ after googling "best bbq in Omaha". It was delicious! Enjoyed a rib plate w/green beans and Mac n cheese. Ribs were tender and flavorful. Green beans cooked perfectly with some bite and not mushy. Cornbread was like cake. Mac n cheese was very saucy and pretty good. We also ordered the Brisket sandwich, family platter w/Brisket and sausage- all fantastic! As a Californian, I will probably not be visiting Omaha again, but for anyone else headed to this city, I highly recommend you make time for this place. Go early and grub! Also, pro tip- mix the Mild and Fiery bbq sauces together. Chef's kiss! They had me at their name... Porky Butts. read more

Porky Butts BBQ - Rib plate... and yes we ordered more items and everything was delicious. - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

This is our go-to BBQ place. Our standard order is brisket, pulled pork, grits, and corn. Consistently delicious.

Delicious barbecue at a very reasonable price! It's a counter-service place, so take that into account, but the BBQ was on point. Had the three meat platter with pulled pork, brisket, and smoked turkey. Everything was delicious! read more

GET THE CORN BREAD. Now to the meat and potatoes of this place (badum tss) this place has really really yummy food and service was quick and easy. Love the plethora of booths that they have. read more

Porky Butts BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

When you bring your whole family there to eat only to find out. They're closed because it's Monday. That SUCKS. :(

The food was amazing! My personal favorite was the pulled pork. My friends absolutely loved the brisket although I didn't have it myself. The corn and the beans were also a favorite. The chicken was good but not anything crazy. Would return!! read more

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Told I'd wait under 10 minutes for a takeout order. Waited for over 35 minutes. Go somewhere that will respect your time.

This was recommended by a local to us and it was probably the best Omaha joint we tried! Portions are big, so beware! Burnt ends were delish -- super juicy and soft. Highly recommend! I tried the 1 meat plate as it seemed to have the most variety of options you can try for a single serving. Easy for dining as well. You walk up to the counter to place your order, sit down at any table, and they bring your order to you. Good for bigger groups too. Lots of free parking in the parking lot. Staff was awesome! Must try when you're in Omaha! read more

Porky Butts BBQ - 1 meat Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

This place was delicious! The environment was clean and spacious with plenty of sitting room. You order at the counter which was very easy and smooth without a long wait. The menu had a variety of items that were reasonably priced and covered all the essential and best barbecue items. We ordered a platter to share and it was delicious. We loved all of the sides we ordered and the meat was cooked excellently and well flavored. The cornbread was the perfect finisher and had a great texture with just enough sweetness . I loved all the options for sauces on the table as well. Overall we got plenty of food for the price and all left very satisfied. Would highly recommend for good BBQ read more

Porky Butts BBQ - Platter with ribs, brisket, pulled pork. sides of mac and cheese, corn and Mashed Potatoes & Gravy - Barbeque Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

When you walk in you see two large trophy's from Royal barbecue contest from Kansas City. You know you going be eating good. No disappointment. Family platter ribs, brisket, burnt ends read more

I was told I'd wait under 10 minutes for a takeout order that we preordered a week in advance. We've waited for over 45 minutes and counting. Go somewhere that will respect your time and where the workers actually respect and care. read more

A good BBQ joint can be hard to find in Nebraska, but this spot is an absolute gem. We've only ordered carryout so far--twice--but both times the experience was fantastic. I'm pretty sure it was the same guy who helped us both times, and he was genuinely pleasant to speak to, which made the whole process even better. We ordered one of the platters that comes with two meats--our picks were pulled pork and burnt ends--along with a half rack of ribs. Everything was flavorful, tender, and clearly made with care. The burnt ends had just the right amount of smoky caramelization, and the pulled pork was juicy and packed with flavor. The ribs were perfectly cooked, with the meat falling off the bone. They also provided both sweet and spicy BBQ sauces, and both were absolutely delicious. The sweet sauce was rich and tangy, while the spicy one had a bold kick that didn't overpower the flavors of the meat. Both sauces were robust and paired perfectly with the smoky meats. The portions are generous, and the sides we've tried (mac and cheese and coleslaw) were just as good as the meats, rounding out the meal beautifully. For a part of the country where BBQ isn't exactly the star of the culinary scene, this place delivers authentic, mouthwatering BBQ that's worth coming back for again and again! read more