We just came for ice cream, but the Blue Bell that they were serving was delicious. My 2 scoop…read morewaffle cone was packed with a generous amount of ice cream. I recommend the salted caramel brownie over the triple chocolate. My wife and daughter shared the banana split and they really liked it. The lady helping us was very nice and the restaurant, while not fancy at all, had lots of tables and was comfortable.

From Phoenix to Kingsport…read more Who says we cannot get quality tacos here? Delicious, perfectly made, and a friendly environment. I love it!!!

Enjoyed their various Barbecue options. Service is always a pleasure, ambience is simple, yet,…read morecomfortable. Good food options.

Okay BBQ place, but not the best we've had. The pulled pork was pretty good but the brisket was a…read morelittle dry. Enjoyed the onion rings and potato salad, but the fries were flavorless and fried corn nuggets not very good. The rolls were tasteless. Their prices are about average. They only have outside picnic table seating now, so it's that or get your food to go. This was disappointing since we planned to eat there and had to fight off flies. The guy working the order window was friendly and food ready within a few minutes. Overall not a bad lunch, but probably not somewhere we're likely to visit again.

Yes. The food was delicious. The service impeccable and really nice ambiance made this a TEN star…read moreexperience. Oh! But I can only assign five stars.... So I shall! We ordered ribs with reasonably priced "add ons" of brisket and chicken breast. We're glad we did, because ALL of it was tasty and AMAZING! We ordered broccoli salad, Cole slaw and potato salad - ALL WERE FANTASTIC! They make their own sauce and it is GREAT! For me, it started with a bit of a tangy vinegar bite and moved quickly into a wonderful sweetness that I LOVE in bbq sauces. This is one of my favs, now. It isn't thick and cloyingly gooey...a nice medium weight sauce, which whispers rather than shouts. Really, it's sublime. The ribs were AWESOME. Tender and done just right. The chicken breast was surprisingly tender and juicy - melt-in-your-mouth juicy, in fact! It was the brisket, though, which sent my taste buds soaring. The brisket had a perfect texture - pliable and yet so tender I felt as if I discovered a little bit of heaven in that first bite! The slices are thinly cut, but with the perfect amount of thickness, for me. Not too thin. Not too thick, which often ruins brisket, for me. The subtlety was not lost on me. I love to cook and each component of a dish adds or detracts something! This was SUBLIME. The smoke level was perfect. And, oh, SO yummy! BTW, we were greeted as we entered and the vibe (energy) of this restaurant was palpable: these folks LOVE WHAT THEY DO. What a nice change from many restaurants we eat at, where the employees don't seem to actually WANT to work! Our sever, Tyler, couldn't have been a better fit for us. Attentive, punctual, thoughtful and simply perfect! Back to the FOOD.... We ordered broccoli salad. I make my own broccoli salad, which is darned good if I do say so myself- this was better. They thoughtfully chop the broccoli and add a variety of other ingredients, which lifts this recipe into the 'sublime' category. The coleslaw was also a strong contender for us - not too sweet or vinegary. It was very good. The potato salad was awesome, as well and we appreciated the fact that we could choose from a decent list of 'sides'. Not everyone wants fries... The Tennessee toast was their version of Texas Toast and provided the perfect carb to soak up that tasty sauce. This is a family restaurant. They've been in business for decades and it was started, I believe the menu 'backstory' said by a college kid trying to earn money and pay for college: it's become a legend in these parts. We drive well over an hour to try it. We will return, for certain. We order a smoked turkey sandwich to go ( for lunch today!) and a brisket dinner. We can hardly wait to eat this incredibly delicious food, again. This restaurant is the perfect example of the Serendipity of Life. A young man, willing to work for what he envisioned ( a college degree) and who went on to think about and develop a perfect platform, where his earned success now adds value to the lives of his plus or minus 60 employees! Now, that's what I call a Screamin' ' Success! He (Tom) came by our table for chat, which for us, was the proverbial 'icing' on our cake! Thank you to all of the employees, who made our supper the best bbq experience we've had in many a year! Well-done, all of you!

Pros: Very clean, family-friendly atmosphere, reasonably priced, great friendly service, and fun…read moreaesthetic. Cons: No beer to pair with the BBQ, and while the food was good, it wasn't great. Overall, Firehouse was a fun spot for a family lunch. The experience, atmosphere, service, and value were all positives, but I was a bit underwhelmed by the brisket in particular. That said, the food was still good and I'd recommend a visit.

Great food Really friendly and good people who help the…read morearea Laid back environment Sides like potato salad and baked beans are great Everything is really good

The food is amazing, and the service is as well. Their Hashbrown casserole is the best we have ever…read morehad. I could go on about all the food but I will keep it short and sweet: it's well worth the drive. I don't think you will be disappointed. They have outdoor patio dining as well.

The best BBQ in Johnson City!…read more The location is what you'd expect from a traditional BBQ joint - nice big tables/booths. Some TV's for sports etc. The food though is what is beyond amazing - the pulled pork and the brisket are my go-to's. Their sides are also fantastic - collard greens are literally to die for, the cornbread pudding is delectable, and they have the best vinegar cole slaw I've ever had. Make sure to get the banana pudding if they're not already sold out!

There is nothing that is bad on the menu , there are things that are better than others . Like the…read moresmash burger with jalapeño's and smoked queso is insanely good . Brisket burgers are bangers too . Chicken breast are very tender , juicy and full flavor . Pizza did I mention they have pizza , yes pizza and it's not to bad . I could list literally everything from the menu after several experiences it would be a book . I have literally had everything on the menu over the last 2 months while in the area . If I didn't have to worry about my weight and had the money I could eat here everyday without issue 4.5/5 stars

It is as good as it gets. Great quality and large portions. Been eating…read moreat Ridgewood's BBQ 14 years and never had a bad experience. DELICIOUS!

Today we went back to many people's favorite local BBQ place & it was very good. I had the pork BBQ…read moresandwich with beans & my lovely wife had pork BBQ plate with fries & coleslaw. All the food was very tasty & the beans & coleslaw would compete anywhere. It was some of the best BBQ we've eaten lately. The service was fine & the prices were fair. Parking isn't good around lunchtime but other than that, everything here is worth the try!

Found this place on Yelp during drive to Asheville. Had to detour off 23S to Gate City. Small…read moresmokehouse with limited parking. It was packed the day before Independence Day as several folks were getting take out (good sign) I ordered the large Chopped Brisket Platter with collard greens, potato salad, and it came with a roll. The platter was enough for 2 that I shared with my wife. The brisket was well smoked yet juicy. It really didn't need sauce but I tried 4 of the 6 available. They had their own NC sauce that was my favorite as it had the best combo of vinegar and spices. Others included Bama, SC, Texas, Original, Sweet and Spicy, and a hotter one that had zip but not real heat. The potato salad was traditional with a hint of mustard and pickle juice. The collard greens were delicious and well cooked / fresh The Banana Puddling was a delight. None of the parts overwhelmed the others and the vanilla wafers were soft but not soggy They have several folding tables to sit on the inside but set up for mostly carry-out. Staff was friendly even while working hard to get people served in a timely manner. It cost us around $25 plus tip but it fed 2 people.

This place is my absolute favorite BBQ that I have had. Located in the small town of Gate City it…read morecan be a little hard to get to but definitely worth a stop if passing by or in Kingsport and have some time. It's been awhile since I've eaten at the restaurant but we use their catering anytime we have a working lunch. Our food includes: Baked potatoes with all the toppings - these things are really large and tasty Corn casserole - y'all this stuff is the BOMB!! So tasty I can't help but go back for seconds. I recommend a drizzle of sweet heat and the white bbq sauce over top Mac and cheese - so creamy with a white cheddar mixture. A crowd favorite. Pulled pork - perfectly cooked and tender. So much flavor in just the meat. Some of the best I had. Smoked chicken breast - YUM!!! So tender with a great smoked flavor. I find myself just snacking on extra pieces when we have leftover. And the sauces!!! All of them are good but my personal recommendation is a combination of Sweet Heat and the White Sauce. Prices are very reasonable for high end BBQ so grab yourself a combo plate (make sure to include the corn casserole) and ENJOY!!! You won't be disappointed!!!

This place is SO underrated…read more Hands down the best catfish and crab cakes I've ever had. My son is the pickiest eater around, and he tried both for the first time here -- and loved every bite. That's huge for us. New favorite spot, no question. Everything was incredible, and since we just moved to the area, we'll definitely be back again and again.

Top quality restaurant this was the very first restaurant I ever tried here in Tennessee and have…read morebeen coming here ever since staff is awesome 10 out of 10