Ambience was great. They were having a trivia night late. Staff is very friendly. Barbecue is…read moreamazing. Great local spot. I recommend you try it and the owner was wandering around greeting everybody with a smile really nice guy. Food 5/5 Location 5/5 Parking 3/5 Service 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5

The food was expensive $45 for 2 brisket sandwiches w/side and one Pepsi. The brisket itself…read moretasted good but the BBQ sauce tastes off. They give you a little bitty cup of BBQ sauce. The Mac and cheese did have a good flavor. Service wasn't great. There were only a couple of tables and we sat for quite a while waiting for the check and a to go box. The waitress never came back so I went to the bar to pay. The restaurant was clean and there was no wait.

Ordered ribs, brisket, pulled pork and a new favorite of sloppy joes. Our family enjoyed…read moreeverything. I especially loved the sloppy joes. Staff were very friendly and made our experience memorable. Highly recommend.

Burnt ends and pulled pork very good. Service was fast. Cute little spot all pink. My order was to…read morego.

Yes all the food here is worth it!!! Definitely like their Housemade barbecue sauce and the hot and…read moresweet one the easy gold I think is a mustard base still really good though pulled pork brisket perfect coleslaw delicious mac & cheese delicious everything that we ordered was delicious. I can't wait to try everything on the menu. Also, the AC is really good here. Definitely a nice break from the summer heat outside.

One of my favorite barbecue places in town there Turkey is immaculate and cannot be replaced. Mac &…read morecheese and corn casserole are extremely good as well. Customer service is always great and they are extremely consistent. I've never been there and not had a great experience. Food 5/5 Location 5/5 Parking 4/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Service 5/5 Return Factor 5/5

JUST. GO. Wow! This BBQ spot is incredible, and I can easily see why their reviews are so…read moreamazing--the food speaks for itself! We took the drive from Tucson on the historic 79/80 just as the sun was setting, and the spectacular drive combined with this meal made for two huge highlights of our vacation. The service was top-notch from start to finish. The owner was super helpful in guiding us through the menu, and our server, Jess, was fantastic--both were nice, helpful, and fun. We definitely ordered way too much but were thrilled to have plenty of leftovers! We had the loaded baked potato, ribs, wings, and a salad. Seriously, I don't know why I even ordered the salad; I barely touched it after tasting the ribs. They were the definition of fall-off-the-bone and tasty deliciousness! You won't find much else in this town, but honestly, just coming here to eat was well worth the trip. If you love BBQ, you have to stop here!

Really solid BBQ spot and worth the stop! The smoked hamburger was good packed with flavor, a good…read morepick for me. Spouse had the pulled pork sandwich and pork was tender. Sides we picked were the Cole slaw and it was a little tasteless, but ingredient was fresh. Owner/pitmaster was friendly and checked in and seemed genuinely nice. Portions are ok but not overly generous for the price, everything felt fresh and made with care. Not the flashiest place, but the food delivers and it has that authentic small-town charm. Definitely coming back--recommend for anyone craving real-deal BBQ!"

I stopped by Caldwell County BBQ for dinner on a Saturday evening. Located in Gilbert, I found…read morestreet parking right in front of the restaurant despite it being quite busy. I'll preface this review by saying I have very high standards when it comes to BBQ. I am from Houston after all. Caldwell County BBQ very much lived up to the hype. It's no surprise their reviews are so good. Ambiance (5/5): Caldwell County BBQ serves Texas-style BBQ. I felt right at home. There's a lot of Texan decor and the sort of ambiance you would expect at a BBQ joint. It's a spacious restaurant with plenty of seating outside and a decent amount of seating inside. We sat inside. One of the things they do well is keeping the A/C blasting both indoors and outdoors (while you're likely going to wait in line) along with misters. Definitely something you need in Phoenix! Service (4/5): I hate waiting in line. Though it's not unusual at popular BBQ spots, I still wish places like this would hire a couple of more people to make the line move faster (or even completely eliminate the lines). We probably waited in line for about 20 minutes. They have a water cooler along the route, but it was all out. Something the staff should check on a little more frequently. With all this being said, Caldwell County is well worth the wait. Drinks (5/5): Whenever I'm at a BBQ joint, I'm looking for sweet tea. Which they have here. Plus your standard assortment of soft drinks and alcohol, with a focus on beer. Food (5/5): BBQ joints typically have you pay by weight or by plates (one meat, two meats, three meats, etc.). Caldwell does it by the pound unless you go with a sandwich, loaded baked potato, etc. What's nice is they also have a family pack for 4 which comes with brisket, pulled pork, and your choice of ribs, sausage, or one other protein which is escaping me. Plus two large pint-size sides. We rolled with this option as it's a good deal (brisket, pulled pork, and St. Louis style ribs with corn casserole and mac and cheese). White bread, pickles, onions, and jalapenos are available free of charge. There are three BBQ sauces at each table: their classic BBQ, spicy, and AZ gold). We also added a quarter pound of the AZ burnt ends. Man, these are some quality meats. Brisket is the true test of Texas BBQ and the shining star. The brisket here isn't the best I've ever had but it's quite respectable. The sweet and spicy AZ burnt ends were delicious too. The ribs were tender and had a nice sweet glaze on them. The pulled pork was my least favorite, but still quite good. The sides are solid, though they could be a bit better. The mac and cheese was too peppery for my taste and the corn casserole was too sweet. Like pretty much all craft BBQ these days, Caldwell County BBQ isn't cheap. But the quality is there. This is the type of place that I would come back to again and again. They also have a location in Peoria though this one is the original. And I hear they don't run out of meats as other BBQ joints do (especially in Texas). That's a big plus! It's always a bummer when a BBQ joint is out of something you want. If you haven't been to Caldwell County BBQ, change that quick. Yeehaw!

5/6/26 Today was my Neighbors 89th Birthday, the celebration…read morewas food for 30 people managed as Filipino family service. Parking 5/5 We arrived at 6 pm and took one of the last spots in the back. Service 10/5 Celebration arrangements were done by my neighbors amazing daughter who ordered the Full Monte sampler which included generous portions of protein, all the sides and drinks. Seating 15/5 Anyone familiar with Caldwells business model knows this is a wait inline to order, move over to the cashier then search for seatings which can be challenging at best during peak lunch & dinner hours. In our case the Caldwell's manager Torrin personally re-arranged tables so our group could be seated together and included one table for all the food and gifts. Food 10/5 This rating recognizes Caldwell's BBQ is wildly popular. Pushing it higher for this experience was how the food was delivered to the party. Once our party of 30 were seated together, four + large variety platters of protein, sides and fountain beverages were placed on a serving table family style. Atmosphere 5/5 The back patio was our celebration location and it was filling up quickly and we gathered for the celebration. During the course of our visit we enjoyed the transition from daylight to evening where the atmosphere of the back patio began to soften with a wonderful span of string patio lighting for outdoor ambiance. This quickly became an extremely fun place to move table to table visiting with everyone. My neighbors family (11 siblings, 9 stateside) are Doctors and Nurses who served in the VA Hospitals throughout the US and their families who have treated me as family over the years. What a beautiful family and culture. Caldwell's staff To Torrin. Malissa our birthday Girl's daughter made all the arrangements and surprise us with a banquet; and you delivered big time for this celebration!m. From getting our food out to arranging tables to keep our large group together is truly amazing! The entire Caldwell team has our sincere gratitude. Food and venue were off the carts to handle a Luau style feast like this. Clearly the Caldwell's team went above and beyond for us! Thinking about BBQ my friends, stop thinking and get to Caldwell's Country BBQ-SYOY!

We've been coming here for years and have just never gotten around to writing a long overdue…read morereview. The brisket chili is legitimately one of the best things I've ever had. It's. So. Good. We've done the brisket, pulled pork, turkey, and sausage. All are fantastic, but the brisket comes out on top. Incredible flavor and always so moist. The house made pickles are also a delightful addition. What really put it all over the top was our experience today. I was resisting the bread pudding but just couldn't stop thinking about it and ended up caving and getting it to go after we finished our meal. The man behind the counter, assuming one of the owners, made sure we got to try the homemade vanilla ice cream... game over. It was so damn good. 5/5 for food and service.

Brisket is fully tender and smoky deliciousness!! Chili Mac…read moreis the definition of comfort food with a big hug, potato salad is tasty. Daily $15 lunch special is a good value. This isn't my first trip to WoodBarn - this is my first review, the food is ALWAYS GOOD - WoodBarn BBQ is a smaller family owned business in Gilbert that delivers friendly service and a hearty meal ... Support Small ... Support Local...

The food is bomb! Our server Acacia was absolutely fabulous! She was patient with our group amd…read moreeven entertaining! hope to go back very soon. The vibe is great , very friendly staff. The place was clean and spacious. keep up the good work.

Since opening, this location has been on my radar as I've both heard from locals in town and fellow…read moreYelpers that this place was great. This building seems to rotate businesses, and after trying, I really hope they remain in this location! Based on the crowd on a Wednesday night, and the lively atmosphere, I'm sure they will for years to come! MAJOR PROPS! My friend is celiac and they not just accommodated, but the manager came to speak with her who was also celiac. Hands down the BEST service in Apache Junction regarding dietary restrictions and allergies. What we ordered: - Pair of Prickly Pear Margarita: loved the sweet and slight tart flavor, definitely have another when I return. A great beverage to toast to life and catch up with a friend. - Southwest Chicken Salad (modifications to be gluten-free safe): my friend said it was delicious, and loved that she could eat with confidence after speaking with the manager - Sonoran Burger: they will only cook to medium - medium well due to a flattop, but it was still a tasty burger! Loved the toppings it came with, and a great flavor profile with those combination of ingredients. We both said we'd return and see each other once a month, so I may be back soon! Heck, plan to recommend to my dad and boyfriend as we always love supporting local.

Great food, great service. The beef brisket plate is my favorite. The meat is cooked perfectly…read more Cozy dine in as well.

For my husband's birthday, he requested barbecue, and a colleague of his recommended Papa Bear's…read moreBBQ. We decided to try it, and it exceeded our expectations. We ordered the Papa Bear's Sampler, which offers an excellent variety of meats along with two sides. While it is described as serving two people (or one very hearty appetite), the portion size is extremely generous. It would take quite an appetite to finish it in one sitting. The meats were tender, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, and the sides were equally impressive--especially the potato salad. In fact, the sampler provided enough food for two full meals for my husband and me. I am particularly selective about potato salad, as I have always compared it to my grandmother's recipe, and few have come close. Papa Bear's BBQ is a rare exception. In addition to the outstanding food, the staff was welcoming and attentive, and the pricing was very reasonable. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and we look forward to returning.

Get the beef sticks, the peppered ones. Just get them. Don't come home without them!…read more Me to my husband as he head's to the Pork Shop for whatever it is he's going for.

Came here with friends from my neighborhood & was very impressed with their selection of products,…read morehow stocked it is, & how friendly the employees are. The meats are fresh & well sliced. They offer snack items & all sorts of sauces as well. There is a drink fridge if you want something to go with your food items. They even sell hats & tshirts that say THE PORK SHOP on them! I picked up some barbecued pulled pork, some pork chops, some cheese, deli pickles, & their Green Chili Mac & Cheese, which this place is known for. The ambiance is cozy & busy here but well worth the drive in to Queen Creek. TIP: Join their Rewards club & you get some great rewards! I got a free pack of Brats for signing up!