Some of the best BBQ I've had in Minnesota . The brisket has a great smoke ring and the bark is…read moregreat. I thing the best thing is the pork belly. I can devour a whole order and still want more. I also love the sausage they have. I usually get there about 10:45 so I'm in line before they run out.

This BBQ food truck is one of the cities best for BBQ! They usually sell out before I can make it…read moreout there so obviously I had to go there today on my day off work. Their menu changes here and there but they offer a variety of delicious goods such as brisket, smoked wings, pork belly, ribs, eggrolls, and loaded fries. They even have smoked turkey legs once in a while! The owner and his wife are very friendly and the service is good and fast. I might have just missed the lunch rush when I went shortly after noon but be ready to get in line on a nice day out! I strongly recommend you check out this place if you love BBQ meats and haven't checked it out yet. Did I mention their prices are also great!? Don't miss out on their Facebook specials when they have them!!!

This is the first barbecue joint since Big Daddy's (RIP) that I've had in the St. Paul area that…read morewasn't disappointing. Brisket: proper render, good smoke ring (this doesn't affect taste but it looks nice), meteorite-black bark as it should be, proper bend on the slice. Fat amount was correct, maybe a little solid from waiting without a warmer. Hot links pretty good, decent flavor, sliced a little thin but nothing to complain about, red, could still get some snap on the casing. Beans were satisfying. Cole slaw was good, no stupid tricks or added herbs, exactly what you expect. Meat platters served with toast which I appreciate more than traditional squishy white bread. They have a whole lot of sauces to choose from; while I don't generally use or advocate sauces with brisket, I tried the Hot and I liked the balance of peppers and vinegar. Alary's (the bar that serves Petey's) validates parking for the ramp next door, which is great because parking is even worse than usual downtown right now. I passed the smoker walking from the ramp, looks like a big charcoal/wood gravity or sidebox wood-fired offset. You can tell from the product that it's run with real skill. Looking forward to my next visit, which is something I almost never say about a barbecue joint.

Service was good for takeout. Ambiance... bar like. We got…read morecarryout...brisket, rib tips, ribs, coleslaw and Mac and cheese on a Thursday evening. The flavors were there but all of the meat and the Mac and cheese were over cooked. They seemed to have been warmed up too many times. The coleslaw was okay.

Yum-o! I've been wanting to go here for years and saddened I've missed out on this deliciousness…read morethe whole time - the whole time! I tried the Firebox Fries with extra meat. Somehow the fries weren't mushy. This isn't something I'd normally get, but I was surprised at how good it was. I went with a group and was also able to try the coleslaw, sticky rice, and pulled pork. The meat was juicy and amazing. I love the coleslaw and even compared it to other coveted coleslaw - this is my favorite. I'm picky with bbq sauce, but their bbq sauce hit hard. They have a small parking lot - maybe 3 or 4 spots, but there is plenty of street parking. Also worth mentioning you order up front and get a number. They will bring out your food, but you will need to grab your beverage, plates/napkins, and utensils. Hands down better than any other famous and/or Dave you may know.

TLDR: This establishment has backyard bbq potluck vibes and would eat again. Huge portions. Quick…read moreand efficient customer service. Overall experience would be 4/5. Parking: The place has an onsite parking lot. However, it is very smalls prepare to park on nearby streets for free.99. Customer service: Immediately greeted. You seat yourself and then order when you're ready at the front/bar area. I had a beer and there was an issue with the tap or maybe they were out but they were swift to get it handled within minutes. It's more of a lax environment but they're quite fast to provide good customer service. To-go boxes, cutlery, water, etc is all self served at designated stations. They even offered bags as we were leaving. Very polite. Dining area: Spacious. There were not a lot of people there. Went on a Wednesday night. (Lots of people did pick up orders though) They have high top seating areas, bar seating, and regular seating. Tables were set with ketchup, salt, and their signature bbq sauce. Food: Pulled pork: Tender but dry possible due to leaness. I'm a fat lover myself but it seemed healthy compared to other pulled porks I've had or made. May have benefit from a sauce for moisture. However, I do like that it leaves you with the option of dressing it however you wish. Wonderful smoke ring. Decent amount of smoke flavor. Fries: Nothing to write home about. They're just fries. Rib tips: Fatty, tender, and possibly best meat there. Tasted like hmong pulled pork (iykyk) but smoky. Would get again. Brisket: I'm not a fan of brisket in general because it's too lean and dry. Not a lot of marbling. I tried it anyway. This brisket was on the dryer side most likely due to lack of marbling of fat. The smoke was very subtle. The bark and fat cap were great though. Very crusty, peppery bark. Fat was rendered to perfection. I don't have much reference to smoked briskets so I don't know what to compare it to unfortunately. Ribs: Had decent smoke flavor. Excellent smoke ring. A little tough texture wise for some people's preference. I prefer fall off the bone but also okay with something to chew on as well due to personal preference/ food I grew up with. It has same issue with other meats. Tender but dry. I was able to reheat it two days later and rip off the meat from the bone effortlessly. Potato salad: Standard. Backyard bbq vibes. I'm used to more acidic ones with relish or something but I wasn't mad at it. Potato cookery was on point. Even two days later, potatoes were still tender and not hard as hell like store bought ones. Mac and cheese: I do not like mac and cheese in generally but gave it a try. Specifically because I've only ever had one life changing one and maybe I'm just chasing that flavor. This one honestly tasted like Kraft Mac and cheese. However, the noodle cookery was on point. Perfectly al dente noodles. Not mushy or dry. Collard greens: This is your no frills collards. Gets the job done. Still had a bite and not complete mush. Toast: Buttery and huge. Would get again. Condiments: Pepper/chili: This surprised me the most. I make all kinds of pepper and have eaten many different store/restaurant kinds as well. This was the first one where I didn't feel duped. Usually, places will dull things down with water and skimp out on ingredients and use weird alternatives. However, this pepper actually was mostly actual chilis. I also loved that this is the only place I've tried that puts prickly ash berries into the pepper. Not too spicy. A lot of honest work went into this. I actually brought my own homemade pepper but if I didn't, I would be perfectly fine with what was served. Bbq sauce: No frills. I didn't eat it with my food. I tried it on its own and could taste and name ingredients which were listed on the back. Might taste like regular sweet baby rays but I hardly eat that flavor. Just reminded me of it. Overall, combining the food/customer service/ambiance, I'd give it a solid 4. Everyone has their own preferences on what good bbq "should" be whether it's the type of wood or texture etc etc. I prefer hickory wood and didn't taste that but at the end of the day, I still enjoyed my meal. Try it out for yourself and see.

Sooo good - 5 stars!…read more I've wanted to check this place out for a few years. But unfortunately, I don't live close-by and the hours & days of operation are limited. But I finally made it. Three of us checked them out for a Friday lunch. It was definitely worth the trip to meet my Wisconsin buddies for some rockin' Q. This is a casual, order-up-front kind of place. Grab your beverage, pick your own spot, and they bring the food to your table. The meats are excellent. I grabbed a half pound of smoked sausage, a half pound of pastrami, and a half pound of beef brisket. My friends both ordered pork ribs. Everything was wonderful! Being a zero carb dude, I really appreciate that you can order meat by the pound (and the half pound). Thankfully, they don't force you to order plant based items. As zero carbohydrate carnivore eater, I didn't order any plant based sides whatsoever. But my friends got broccoli slaw and waffle corn bread (very clever) as sides. They loved their sides. Both of them topped things off with big Texas Brownies and a la mode French Vanilla Ice Cream. The brownies were giant and flavorful. They actually made the whole back dining area smell like chocolate. Finally, the service was excellent. The food came out fast & hot. And the owner popped out of the kitchen a few times to check on us and to chat. Nice guy. They have live music. But we came early and missed all of that...so I can't comment on the music scene. All-in-all, a great place, especially if you're a carnivore. Thumbs up! -Maxx

Food 4/5 - This BBQ place was worth the try! The chicken was so tender and delicious. The brisket…read morewas the best we've had in MN and the beans definitely have a kick to them. Highly recommend the chicken and side of beans. Service / Ambiance 5/5 - This place is an order at the counter, sit and wait for your food type of place. They had live music outside when we got our food. Really great place we will be stopping again.

Service fast . The cost was reasonable. Lots of choices . The food was delicious. We had wings …read more They were "bigger" than any wings I've had at other chicken joints. The fries were really good ,and the coleslaw bowl could have been better ,but it was good too. The biscuit was hidden in the pile of delicious fries ,but very tasty. I will be back . I've recommended Roosters to several coworkers already .

This place has been here more than 35 years - it's chicken and ribs are VERY tasty. Many people…read morecome here to bring food for picnics, reunions and family gatherings. Modest prices. They are excellent about having food ready on time.

I've had their brunch 3 times now with the Thai Sticky Ribs, and I think I like them better than…read morethe standard ribs. That comes from both myself and Doll. Dipped in rice powder and deep fried, topped with a light spicy sauce, crispy onions, and herbs. Multiple textures, crispy meat, tender meat. Flavors of lime and light bbq sauce, with just a little spice. So damn good. Perfectly scrambled eggs, light and fluffy with a light dusting of chives. Perfect every time.

Good - Memphis Fries, Location, Sauces. Ok - sides, Ribs and…read moreSausage. Overall, a nice place with good food.

Wow! Mind blown this place is SO yummy. I got serviced my food within 8 minutes of waiting. Freaky…read morefast!!! Thanks for amazing warm delicious food!

This feels like the bbq place I've been looking for! The tables had bins with sauces and the…read moreseating was very open. They have a good variety of bbq sauces. Nothing was all that spicy, but I enjoyed the blue alot. The service was great, as they let us sub sides as needed. We didn't want the beans and rice, so we had Mac and cheese and dill potato salad. Bother we're amazing. I really like the ribs and especially the hot links too.

Had the pulled pork sandwich and the two-meat meal with brisket and pulled pork--everything was…read moredelicious. A wonderfully friendly lady helped me place my order, and when I mentioned that my wife needed gluten-free options, the cook (who I assume is also the owner) came out and was incredibly helpful. Good people making good food--what more can you ask for? If you need anything gluten-free, be sure to mention it when ordering. They were very accommodating. Just note that the hamburger buns are not gluten-free.

We got it to go on Friday around dinner time. Everything was great! Wife had the pulled pork…read moresandwich and not only was delicious, they were smart with the packing by putting a meat in a tub and bun separate so you didn't end up with a soggy mess (good thinking). I had smoked chicken wings and jalepeno cheese sausage and both were very very good. We both got mac and cheese and fries, which we liked. We have lived in Eagan for a long time and always wanted to try and I am glad we have tried it now. Wife picked it up and said the place was nice and clean inside and she was able to pack up our own sauces. Cost was great for how much food you get too. We will definitely be coming back!

We had dinner before a show in downtown St Paul. The location made it easy to get to downtown with…read moreplenty of time to park and get to the venue. We had reservations and were seated immediately. I chose the spare ribs for my dinner and Husband had the pulled pork sandwich. The ribs were served with a zesty dry rub and sauce on the side. They were nice and tender. The meal came with Texas toast which I didn't try because the ribs were sitting right on top of it. It also had a piece of corn on the cob. Wish my meal would have been a titch hotter in temp but the food was tasty. We finished with the smoky crème brûlée which was delicious. The layout was cozy and dark with the bar at the center. I could see it being lively and loud on a busy night. Service was excellent. We took our time ordering and never felt rushed. Our food came out super fast. The staff worked as a great team.

Well Hey Travoodies Hey. I visited the Handsome Hog,…read moreventuring to their patio. I can say it was a very nice day yesterday and the patio was a nice addition. The atmosphere was sunny with no chances of rain and I loved every minute of it. Sundays are for brunch and I went with a hungry stomach. Took my seat around 1115a and started ordering. First up was my drink Prosecco with a side of Elderflower liqueur because there was no St. Germain. Close to the flavor tho! It was actually quite yummy as well. Then I placed my ordered... I went with the HOG BREAKFAST PARTY which contains 2 Eggs, Greens, Bacon or Sausage, Roadside Potatoes, Biscuit. I loved the roadside potatoes, and I opted for sausage was equally good. The green I would suggest a little more umph in it and the eggs were standard. Overall a decent 3 out of 5 meal. I would like to go back and try the regular menu. Remember I said I sat around 1115a, it was long until 1210p that I noticed my food hasn't arrived. Spoke with our waiter who was apologetic and on the hunt to see what's going on. It was in this moment that I realized this business takes their customers seriously. The waiter returned to advise the kitchen was running behind, but his manager would be out to speak with us. Upon arrival the manager advised he had some research and noticed we had been waiting a very long time. By this time food arrived at 1227P. He informed us that the bill was taken care of and gave a gift card for the inconvenience. We assured him that taking care of the bill was enough but he insisted we take the gift card as well. That's amazing customer service. Thank you to the manager and waiter for such excellent care.

Don't know what magic the pulled on the fry's but they were some of the crispiest I've had in my…read morelife. The half rack of ribs was fantastic, juicy and tender. Also had the collard greens which were great. Good stuff.

What I support for this establishment is less about its food but more about its message and the way…read moreit serves communities. Ever since 2020, the climate surrounding the George Floyd Square has changed dramatically, and this establishment has become an even stronger integral part of the community as the square itself had represented how the community thrives with its people. A lot of respect for the establishment from that perspective. In terms of food, I would say the soul food, which contained mostly sides, were the main highlight for me. The mac & cheese was salty enough. The fries were solid in a "you can't really go wrong with it" type of way. The candied yams had enough sweetness. The collard greens could taste better but standards must be lower when they're not homemade. I also enjoyed the catfish fillets as they were fried to preserve enough hotness and softness. A lot of what they served, they made on the spot, which was what may be causing longer wait for some. Meat-wise, a lot of items could use further improvement because they were too dry, such as the smoked wings and the beef brisket. The wings were dry to the point that they condensed and got extremely salty. The brisket relied a lot on the sauce and the existing fat on the meat for juiciness while the meat itself didn't have a lot of flavor or juice. As for the ribs, they had some seasoning, and tasted just fine, and weren't as dry. But I have had ribs in Texan barbeque places before and knew what "seasoned" ribs were like and therefore concluded that the ribs here were not spectacular. With all that said, however, I still will return here as often as I can because I love supporting this business. The person serving me was very hospitable and patient. I still got some pretty solid barbeque even if it's not Texas. Besides, outside just the barbeque food, the soul food was solid, like I had mentioned above.