Walked in and was immediately greeted with that southern hospitality and charm. Laughter and jokes,…read moreeven gave a sample to let us know we came to the right spot after learning it was our first time here. We had just left Dreamland Bbq hungry and disappointed with ribs that tasted bland and boiled. Archibalds ribs were full of flavor, tender and had a nice vinegar sauce, he assured me they were Gluten free and I ordered Beans and potato salad as well. The beans were good but a little sweet for me, and the potato salad was ok as well. My spouse had the Whiting and Fried okra which was not gluten free but said they were really great! We left full and happy! Great prices too, very reasonable!

Best BBQ in Tuscaloosa. Food was better and cheaper than Dreamland. The people were much nicer as…read morewell. This will be my BBQ spot when I move to Tuscaloosa in a few months!! ROLL TIDE!!!

my wife and I had read about this rib joint online. We were driving from New Orleans to Birmingham…read moreand decided to pull over and drive about 10 minutes off the interstate for it. It was worth the weight. We both had the rib sampler and thought the ribs were outstanding. They were very friendly and paid great attention to us.

I drove all the way from Auburn, Al to Gainesville just to see if the viral Alabama Rib Shack was…read morethe real deal. Spoiler alert: it absolutely is. This isn't just good BBQ. It's "lean back in your chair, close your eyes, and rethink your life choices" good. The atmosphere reminded me of grandma's house, surrounded by family! Friendly folks, generous portions, and flavors that stick with you long after the last bite...no wonder TikTok blew this place up. Believe the hype. This spot is a must-stop. If you're anywhere within driving distance, make the trip. And if you're not, well...it's still worth it. This spot lives up to the hype.

The original remains the best. Nestled in an African American rural neighborhood south of town, the…read morevery journey along an old 2-land highway is a throwback to a different South. The building is classic roadhouse style--totally unpretentious with its sign and adverts plaster on the walls. The interior is the same, open seating and seats at the bar. The menu has broadened over the years, rather than just ribs, white bread and pudding, you can get a pork sandwich and chicken with a limited number of sides (the Mac and cheese is superior). The franchised Dreamlands are so different with a plethora of choices, more to the liking of the suburban south. If you like that, go for it. For my money, you can't beat the original. The ribs are charred perfectly and the service is old time South, friendly and helpful. You immediately feel at ease with everything and everyone around you. Take out is available--actually this place is just minutes off the highway. But a whole another world at the same time.

A little disappointed. Always heard this was the best BBQ in AL, but while we were seated fairly…read morequickly, our food didn't come for 45 minutes. Server didn't tell us they'd run out of ribs and they were cooking more, we just sat there waiting. Once the ribs arrived, they tasted okay but were tough. I felt we were forgotten even though the servers were walking through the tight dining room often. Sorry to say after all the great things we'd heard, this won't be a repeater for me.

In my top 5 of best steakhouses in the world. Delicious cuts. Country atmosphere. Great service.read more

Cozy, lodge feel with sweet-southern hospitality served up from the moment you walk in…read more They've been known for their ribeye and filet since it began. We ordered both, cooked to perfect and very filling! It's been a Livingston staple forever and a solid choice for a good steak.

Truly a fantastic hole in the wall! We walked in and were instantly greeted like family. The lady…read moreasked if it was our first visit and she went and grabbed us each a piping hot rib wrapped in a napkin to try. It was so delicious that we both ended up getting ribs. They have a menu but the sides for that day were handwritten on the counter and some menu items weren't quite ready off the grill yet. The lady working was so great and made recommendations while helping us make a decision. She was definitely trying to upsell us but I think it's because she actually loves their food and knew it was our first visit. The portions were a lot but the price was reasonable. I loved all of my sides which included potato salad, Mac/cheese, and cornbread. We opted for the sauce on our ribs and chicken which made it messy but it was so worth it. Give these guys a shot! Don't judge them from the outside, it smelled delicious as soon as we parked and we knew we made the right decision.

If you want the real thing this is the place…read more I stoped by today early afternoon and had a wonderful experience. I had two pieces of fried catfish which were great. Freshly fried and tasty. I had two sides, fried green tomatoes which were the best I've had in years and coleslaw that was just great. The owner was there took my order and helped be change my credit card payment which took some time but he did it with no problem. Good people and good food. I'll be back.

Wow! Can I just say WOW! Like the name says, Daniel does BBQ right! I've been spying this place…read moresince Monday when we got in town. Finally made it and I'm a better man for it. The ribs were not quite ready, yet, so I did the Rib Tips and Wings. Such tasty morsels of pork! No sauce needed! And lots of them! Just the right amount of smoke and rub. Wings were smoky and tender and juicy! Was able to talk with Daniel for a few minutes. Now I know one of the best pit masters around!

When you walk into this decrepit gas station you wonder if it's the right place. its the definition…read moreof a hole in the wall. But the heavenly aroma gives it away. It takes a few minutes for them to prepare your order as you check out the oil jugs and old shoes for sale. It's worth the wait. Some of the best Q I've ever had, with a bbq sauce that is pure heaven. Large portions very reasonable priced. I had the potato salad which was very well done too. Check it out. Look for the big pink grill on the roadside. I give this four stars. I don't know why the review keeps placing it at three. It's defined worth the trip

Hello yeah, yeah, to the yeah, yeah, yeah! Went twice during my visit. What liked best was the…read moresnack chicken quarters. The seasoning was on point! Thank you Columbus, MS. I will be back!!! Prices are fair. Food was good. The BBQ sauce was a bit on the mustardy side. However, the chicken was seasoned enough so I enjoyed it as is! The sweet woman who helped me. . I love southern hospitality. It is like no other!

This barbecue is the truth. The pulled pork, baked beans and cole slaw are very flavorful. It's the…read morebest barbecue in town.

Realistically a 3.5/5 but I'll round up. Although located adjacent/in a gas station, this place was…read morenot cheap. I will say they do give a generous amount of meat. You did not get a lot of sides though, small portion imo. They had a variety of items to choose from but we decided on the rib plate with Mac and cheese/beans and I will say the flavor of the ribs was really good. Although the ribs wasn't fall off the bone, the meat was still pretty tender. The beans and Mac and cheese were also good, but nothing to rave about. What I was disappointed in was the peach cobbler, it was so bad. Dry and gummy-and kind of expensive-I believe it was almost $4 for a small sauce sized container. I would give this place another try the next time I come around!

One star because the food looks good. One star for the delicious odor. One star for watching the…read moreowner count his cash receipts - entertaining. No stars for the actual food we've waited 30 minutes to get. So, 3 stars total.

Stopped in once I got into town after about 4:30 pm Friday. Friendly staff that carried…read moreconversation and also answered questions we had about the menu. Our large order included two rib plates, yet after waiting for almost a hour, with numerous other customers coming in and out, someone from the back finally came out and announced that they had ran out of ribs and the wait for ribs would be a hour long... we had already been waiting for a hour tho ?? The miscommunication / lack of communication from the kitchen had some customers ready to get their money back, but my order of ribs finally came out after another 30 mins ... I ordered a rib and pork plate with Mac and cheese and potato salad as sides (7.5/10) I enjoyed the potato salad the most. The ribs looked big, but there really wasn't much meat on them compared to the size of the bone. Both the pork and ribs were dry and def needed the sauce that was included. The meats with the sauce did have good seasoning / flavor tho. I also tried their banana pudding (8/10). I'd stop back in here when in town again, but next time, eat in the actual restaurant when it's fresh and hot. My overall rate of experience : 7.8/10

On cross country trip and stopped in for lunch. Don't bother. Ribs were overcooked and tough…read more Potato salad was more like cold potato soup. Beans seemed liked canned. I was hoping for more from a small local place that we prefer over big chains.

This was my first time in Mississippi and I wanted to try a local restaurant. I searched Yelp and…read morefound this one, decided to give it a try. The staff was extremely friendly and patient while customers made their selections. You go up to the counter to order & pay and they bring your food out when it's ready. The seating area is large, clean, and has a relaxing vibe to it. We ordered the BBQ ribs & tips w/cabbage & dressing, BBQ ribs & tips w/green beans & yams, and the Chicken & dumplings w/green beans & baked beans. The meals all came with cornbread. The ribs had the perfect amount of smoke flavor & bbq sauce. They were also nice and tender. The sides were all flavorful and nicely seasoned, the cornbread was excellent. Highly recommend giving this restaurant a try

Traveling thru Meridian - and can't resist some great Soul Food. Absolutely wonderful! Wife had…read moreSmothered Chicken with collard greens and stuffing; I had meatloaf with mashed potatoes and collard greens! Everything was great!