My daughter and I were in the area visiting and read several positive reviews so we decided to give…read moreit a try. When we first pulled up the place looked like it might have been closed, but it wasn't. We were just there at an unpopular time of day. It was around 2:45pm so after lunch and too early for dinner, but we were hungry. When we walked in, we were promptly greeted by a very kind and informative gentleman. We told him we had never been there before and he informed us that because it's a bbq place, they sell out very early. It was also St Patrick's Day and he told us even those specials were all sold out. He proceeded to tell us what they had left and made recommendations for us based on what was available. We ended up ordering the smoked turkey, burnt ends, potato salad and the bbq beans. The sauces we tried were a mustard based bbq sauce and their traditional house bbq sauce. We took a seat at a table while we waited for our food. It's a seat yourself dining room. Our only complaint about the dining room was the lighting and temperature. It was too dark inside and the temperature was too cold, but it was also very cold outside. Our food was brought out pretty quickly and everything was worth the wait! The turkey was so moist and tender and the burnt ends were charred just right. The potato salad and beans were both large enough to share. The potato salad had an unusual flavor because it was made with pickles which we love so it was different but incredibly delicious at the same time. I was so glad we ordered it. The beans were just okay for me, but my daughter really liked them. Personally, I don't get too excited about beans when there's better options to try. I'd rather put those carbs and calories to better use. LOL The sauces were both good but the mustard one had a very strong mustard flavor so if mustard isn't your thing you're not going to like it. The house sauce is just the right mix or sweet and smoky. As I'm writing this review, I'm craving the potato salad so much and the turkey too. If I'm ever back in the area, I'm definitely stopping there again. Nice staff, great food, and good portions what more to ask for.

THE BEEF RIBS!!!! amazing bbq and the beef tallow cookies are out of control. Will be back next…read moretime I'm in town.

Out of towners, stop by for some bbq. I had the 2meat meal( pulled pork and beef brisket)…read more.. Really good bbq .... I will eat there again when we're back in town

I would write a review for this place - but we intentionally didn't get served by the staff…read more The reason given: "They've been really slow this day and they're closing early". We arrived at 7:05p. The door states they're open until 8p. When we walked in and started to look at the menu, everything seemed normal and the staff answered one question we had. We then ordered various entrees and an order of smoked wings. They even asked what kind of sauce we wanted etc. Then, on a dime, the head person tells us "Our stuff will be in to-go containers". We're further told we couldn't eat inside since they're closing early. It's extremely extremely rare that (I) ever walk out of a place. But tonight, it seemed fitting to walk out. My suggestion to you: Do not ever think of darkening the door of this place. My last visits here had the food being barely ok to lousy. Then to have this tonight happen - they don't care much about the customer.

Sign says should be open Employees inside…read more Door locked and signs off at 6:30pm Closed early by three hours or didn't update hours

Not sure about the last two reviews, but it worked for me lol -…read moreSkip the fast food joints and head over to Bubba's instead. I was on my way to Sonic but made a last minute U-turn to check this place out..and I'm glad I did. I ordered the burnt ends, pulled pork, chicken, and ribs with two sides: coleslaw and potato salad. The plate was loaded with meats, everything was tender, flavorful, and cooked just right. Definitely worth the money. If you're craving real BBQ, this spot hits the mark.

Food was great. Best brisket I've ever eaten. Staff were very pleasant. Casual atmosphere…read more Definitely a do-over!

Pleasant folks Great value…read more Tasty food Quality food Service was friendly and fast Ambience was generic bbq, clean and background music wasn't loud so easy to carry on a conversation which was nice

Stopped by on our honeymoon & fell in love! Experienced great service & food! 10/10 would…read morerecommend. Husband had the Ugly double burger and I had Ugly bacon burger!

It was delicious. We got our food to go because we were staying at a nearby hotel but I t was…read morestill wonderful and was quick service.

Good food Friendly cashier…read moreWill be back! Had some amazing BBQ sauces! This place was very good

GREAT BBQ IN SPRINGFIELD, MO ===========================…read more My husband and I stopped for lunch at Whole Hog Cafe on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. It was a good halfway point between Indianapolis, Indiana and El Reno, near Oklahoma City. I am really glad I chose this place because the food was very good. I am a creature of habit so of course I chose the pulled pork sandwich and that was delicious. My husband chose the brisket as usual. The steak fries were good too. It was an easy stop from the I-44.

Had it catered chicken pork beans which were gross Mac cheesy corn wasn't good Sauces weren't…read morethat great Meats were fresh though not much flavor

Award winning bbq? Kinda fell short for us. The burnt ends were alright but beef and not pig so…read moredisappointing. The brisket was a total no. Tough and flavorless, it read more roast beef. The best thing on my plate was the cheesy corn. Staff were disinterested and not very good at promoting their menu. Maybe an off day?

Stopped in for 1/2 lb of brisket and boy am I glad I did…read more It had a great crust, a little spice and a lot of flavor. Thick slices and almost fall apart tender. Moist and incredible flavor so pumped they have moved to Spfd.

3-meat with baked beans: pulled pork esp juicy...big props. Burnt ends were excellent, soft, and…read morebalanced meat/fat. Brisket had a particularly thick bark that was very tasty. Smoked chicken wings were a decent size and average tenderness. Good flavor tho. Baked beans side was good flavor, if not too sweet. At least two kinds of beans. Seemed clean, welcoming service, they offered to clean my plates, etc, for me. This is a good option for Springfield. Better than Whole Hog IMO

Wow yes we recommend! We actually went a little out of the way based on their five stars rating…read more So worth it! We both got the same combo platter, with brisket, turkey and pulled pork. Same sides as well, okra and beans. The owners are friendly and talkative and so hospitable! It's a total hole in the wall with family recipes for the sauce. He was very proud of the mustard based sauce but they were all good! The reaper sauce is good and hot, but not overly so. Stray from interstate and check this place out!

Was a little disappointed. Expected better quality of just about everything. Atmosphere was good…read morebut service and food were lacking.

Cold and hard ribs and cold beans made for a meal below average…read more The last 2 times there we have been served a meal exactly like tonight's, probably will at long last take this off our list of go to places to eat.

We were on vacation and came over from the aquarium, hungry. The rib crib had good food and great…read moreservice! We would stop again if we are in town. Thank you.