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    Very clean, friendly, but lacking the much-needed "bbq joint" vibe.
    Edward S.

    Porter's is the latest place to put bbq on-the-map in Spokane. Being a native S Texan, I was jazz'd to learn that a "real pit bbq" joint was coming and was eager to try it. Well.... I can say "I tried it," and should probably leave it at that. I read all the four and five star reviews and was left curious. But, nevertheless, I humbly submit my critique. When you walk into Porter's, you're struck by the cleanliness, or maybe it's the "newness." It's starched clean and bright. But, also totally lacking that bbq joint "vibe" (smoky meat smell). Maybe it's too new still. We ordered some sliced turkey, brisket, sausage, a baked potato and some baked beans to-go. When we got home and served, it's painfully obvious, we should've had this meal AT the restaurant. The turkey was tender and flavorful, but dry - even after being dunked in the liquid butter bath they offer. The brisket (both from the flat and point) was also tender, but dry, with an overpowering black pepper hit from the bark. The flavor of the meat itself, however, was on point. The sausage was the big disappointment. It tasted like a fat, smoky hot dog. Seriously, I've had sausage from the supermarket with more (better) flavor. The baked beans, oddly enough, was the shining star. They're quite good; a little sweet, a little spicy. Great flavor. Service was friendly and easy to work with. Prices are higher than I expected, but I guess it's in line with the economy. I will have to give Porter's another chance (and update my review, if need be) but, again, dine in rather than to-go. Maybe it's the ribs everybody loves. We'll see....

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    Nick B.

    Decided to try this place for lunch, so here are the good and bad points of it: I ordered a 1/3 of brisket on a bun. You can choose if you want it toasted or not, which is nice. You also get to choose lean or marbled brisket, and if you want it sliced or chopped. All good things. Not so good: my 1/3lb of brisket tipped the scales at .49lbs, much more than I wanted. Which would be fine, but they charge by the pound. This was just lunch, so that was a lot of brisket, and it came at a cost (more on that later). The brisket was pretty dry, maybe because I chose the "lean" version, but it also seemed to be overdone. Thankfully I didn't order any sides, just a drink to go with the sandwich. Imagine my surprise when my total for a sandwich and drink was over $20. The bbq sauce is really good, but I'm not sure I'll go back after this experience.

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    Faran S.

    Fiest time here and it didn't disappoint at all. The price is a little high but the sandwich was awesome and the bacon was very good and burn ends on the sandwich is addicting. The hot bbq sauce was killer and thr Cloe slaw was refreshing so no complaints here you have to come and try it out.

    My sandwich. My phone died seconds after this so, sorry it's blurry.
    Brandon P.

    There's good barbecue in Spokane now, phew! Not only good BBQ, but good _brisket_, which seems easy to mess up based on previous experience. I have _so_ much dry brisket. They even ask whether you want lean or marbled, and God bless you lean people for helping us use the whole animal! I got the larger portion of brisket (3/4 lb? not sure), baked beans, pickles, and a small order of banana pudding. The baked beans, pickles, and both BBQ sauces were standard, but good. Not holding that against them. I don't love their banana pudding aesthetic with the pudding and whipped cream mixed together. I like them separate, but that's personal preference. The service was quite friendly despite my showing up close to close. Ambiance was nice and modern, the space clean. Again, I can't tell you how relieved I am that there's a legit BBQ place in town! Not naming other names. I don't like talking that kind of trash.

    Larry J.

    My wife and I stopped in here for the first time today. This is a new business; it has an upscale feel. Mary had the brisket sandwich with mac-n-cheese, and I had the pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw. Both the brisket and pork were tender and juicy, delicious. The mac-n-cheese was standard as was the slaw. You should get in here and give this place a try.

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    Sheila C.

    I know BBQ. I know how to make it, was taught by my ancestors, and I've dined frequently at some of the best BBQ restaurants in the country including in Texas, North Carolina, Kansas, and Georgia. And FINALLY, there is GENUINE BBQ in Spokane! Happy dance! I hadn't heard about this place until last week when I drove by, and was surprised see this new restaurant in a shopping center! So, I decided to give it a try! It was a great decision! These folks know what they are doing! The servers, Kobe, Anka, and Cruse we fantastic! They were patient and pleased to accommodate my requests to taste and "try before I buy"! I tasted the pull pork, brisket, link sausage, chili, baked beans, and mac n cheese. First, the meats were tasted without sauce. All were cooked perfectly: smoky, tender, juicy, seasoned, and with the 'right' amount of pull. I purchased ribs without tasting 'cause they looked sooo good! They were prepared Kansas style with an amazing rub! The brisket and ribs had a perfect red smoke ring, and were delicious! The baked beans were sweet with a big black pepper kick. They were good, but a little high on the heat for my taste. I was least impressed with the mac n cheese. It was pasta shells swimming in a cheese sauce. Visually and physically too loose. It needed real cheese and even more shells to tighten it up. Also tasted the chili which was different but tasty. It's made with brisket instead of ground beef. I think this would be excellent on a baked potato, which by the way they serve. I may try that next time. I also purchased molasses bars for dessert. They were good and reminded me of ginger bread with a sweet thin glaze. Banana pudding was also on the dessert menu, however since I had just made some at home, I passed. I may need to try it next time as I was told the recipe it is authentic and from the owners, so I suspect it's really good! While I ordered everything to go, I would not hesitate to eat in. This place is squeaky clean! No sticky tables nor condiment containers! And you won't leave reeking of BBQ smoke like some bbq restaurants in Spokane. Bottom line, the food is delicious! The serving sizes were perfect. The prices were competitive! And the service was excellent! Sending sincere gratitude to the owners, who bring BBQ skills from South Carolina to Spokane! And thanking the staff for a great experience!

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    Very poor customer service raw chicken manager was very unkind would not refund at least the tip

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    Joe K.

    Second time here. I wish we could come more. Beef brisket is stupid good. Turky is as well over the top. We highly recommend you stop on. The place is clean and the staff leadership is spot on to cover for those not old enough to understand . All good.

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    Our service has been great and welcoming the 2 times we have been here! The food has always been very good.

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    The staff was so friendly and helpful! The food was great and the restaurant had a great vibe! It was clean and nice!

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    Fast service great food only reason for 4 stars is because I'm use to southern BBQ. A+ will be coming back for sure

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    Great food. My daughter loves their ribs. Brisket was tender and juicy, pulled pork was on point.

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    Waited till 30 minutes before the food order and told us that our order is cancelled because they can't get to it .

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    Just not what we expected- food was cold and not prepared on sight, too expensive for what we got- quantity and quality.

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