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    Smokey Watson BBQ

    4.9 (15 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:30 pm

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    By far the best BBQ in Baton Rouge LA. We had ribs, brisket and smoked wings. Everything is smoked to perfection. The mustard greens are the best Ive ever had. Keith and Libby are 2 of the nicest people we met on our vacation, they treated us like family.

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    We thoroughly enjoyed the brisket,pulled pork and potato salad. This is what other barbecue places wish they were.

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    Thank you so much Kevin. We work hard to make the best!

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    The service was excellent and the brisket, chicken, and turkey wings were delicious. Thanks!!

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    Best BBQ in Baton Rouge!!! Mr. Watson has a gift! He knows all of his customers & the business is family run.

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    Offset Smoker BBQ

    Offset Smoker BBQ

    4.7
    (47 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    In a city not known for its BBQ, this place stands out and can compete with the best of them. I've…read morehad the brisket, the sausage and the burnt ends, and they are incredible every time. Service is great, prices are very reasonable for BBQ, and the food is always delicious. And their Asian BBQ sauce is incredible. It's a walk up and order, seat yourself at picnic table style restaurant. Great spot for lunch any day of the week but not necessarily a nighttime vibe if you ask me. Either way, the food here is very tasty, and I plan to be back very soon.

    Rainy afternoon BBQ run turned into one of the best meals we've had in a long time…read more We swung by to grab food and somehow ended up with a full spread and enough to share with the neighbors. Honestly, every single thing we tried hit. The ribs were dialed in just right. Not falling apart, but that perfect bite where they pull clean off the bone. You can tell they know exactly what they're doing on the pit. Pulled pork was tender, juicy, and full of flavor. But the real standout for me was the burnt pork ends. Absolute game changer. Crispy, caramelized, smoky... slamalamadingdong. I could've eaten a whole tray of those. Brisket was legit. Moist, rich, and packed with that deep smoke flavor you're always hoping for. No dryness at all, and the fat was rendered perfectly. Loved that. Sausage was good, just not my personal favorite. I'm a Louisiana sausage guy so I'm a tough critic there, but it definitely wasn't bad. Sides and extras were on point too. Pickles, onions, mac and cheese, sauce... everything complemented the meat without getting in the way. But those mustard greens? I'd go back just for a tub of that. So good. Slamming. Something about grabbing great BBQ in the rain just made the whole experience even better. If you're anywhere near this place, don't overthink it. Order more than you think you need. You'll be glad you did. We'll definitely be back.

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    Very popular on July 4th!
    Very popular on July 4th!
    See them burnt ends?  Man.... So good!
    See them burnt ends? Man.... So good!
    Rib plated and added the $5- side of turkey

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    Rib plated and added the $5- side of turkey
    Cou-yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q

    Cou-yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q

    4.6
    (581 reviews)
    8.4 mi
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    Cou-you's Cajun Bar-B-Q is a local favorite! It's a local business that has gained quite a…read morefollowing. They have been featured on Food Network's "Diners, Drive In's, and Dives" and have the pictures with Guy Fieri prominently displayed to prove it. The interior is eclectic, which is comforting. While BBQ is the main emphasis here, there are a number of other things on the menu. One of these that's really popular is the seafood stuffed potatoes. These are gigantic baked potatoes that come with shrimp or catfish, with our without crawfish étouffée. Seafood is a definite option here, and one can have it on Friday or any other day. But let's discuss the BBQ. They have smoked turkey that's never dry, and this is great in a sandwich or plate. The smoked wings are another favorite of mine. Then there is the smoked meatloaf, which is great in po-boy form. The ribs and brisket are also very worthy options. I think a two meat plate is a good way to enjoy the BBQ as it allows variety in tasting! Then one has to be pleased by the wide selection of sides. Variety is always great, especially when it includes uncommonly great options like fried green beans, red beans and rice, and Cajun Dirty Rice. One can always get coleslaw and beans if you are a fan of the classics. They even have desserts, if one has any room left for them. I rarely do...

    Order was not correct!!! Supposed to be pulled pork, chicken and chopped beef!…read more Hot sausage, brisket and chicken is what I got! This is the second time my order was wrong in two weeks!!!

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    Clara 's Salad with crispy chicken
    Clara 's Salad with crispy chicken
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    Stuffed Baked Potato with fried shrimp
    The three meat combo is definitely a man sized meal !

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    The three meat combo is definitely a man sized meal !
    BRQ Seafood and Barbeque

    BRQ Seafood and Barbeque

    4.1
    (613 reviews)
    5.6 mi
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    Welp, food and service was so good I forgot to take pix. Nice cozy place we ran upon and boy am I…read moreglad. All of the food items that I am about to mention were 5 star. Spinach and artichoke dip,house made chips and pickles, turkey and fig sandwich and lastly, the Chicken Mamou. Everything was so good. Now, on to the customer service. Even if the food was bad, I think I'd go back just for Cassie's immaculate customer service. She was very welcoming and knew the menu very well. I love a waitress who's able to recommend items from the menu and she didn't give one bad suggestion. I love her personality just as much as I loved the food. Will most certainly be back in the NEAR future and would recommend this restaurant to new patrons.

    I stopped in for lunch and ordered the blackened redfish with corn maque choux and a green salad,…read moreand honestly...this dish alone is enough to make me come back. The redfish was flaky, fresh, and beautifully seasoned with a proper blackened crust. It was absolutely drenched in a rich lemon butter sauce that tied everything together perfectly. The corn maque choux was creamy, flavorful, and comforting without overpowering the fish. Even the salad tasted fresh and balanced the richness of the entrée well. The restaurant was PACKED when I arrived around noon on a Tuesday, which I later learned was likely because they were serving birria tacos that day. Personally, I'm not a huge fan of crowded restaurants, but honestly, the amount of traffic speaks for itself. People clearly come here because the food is worth it. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed, and the restaurant itself was clean... floors, tables, everything looked well maintained despite how busy it was. Service was excellent. My server was attentive without hovering, efficient without making me feel rushed, and my food came out surprisingly fast considering how busy the restaurant was. Drinks were handled well too ...bottled sodas available, and free refills on tea and lemonade. Next time, I'd probably come a little earlier in the day to avoid the lunch rush, but I would absolutely order this meal again.

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    BRQ Seafood and Barbeque
    BRQ Seafood and Barbeque

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    City Pork Jefferson

    City Pork Jefferson

    4.3
    (625 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    Decided to drop in for breakfast/brunch & The food was delicious. I had the eggs Benedict & my…read moreauntie had the bacon bowl with potato hash. My Eggs were poached perfectly with creamy hollandaise sauce and mouth watering ham. English muffins perfectly toasted. I had to try my aunties dish because it was my second choice and looked so good. The cheese sauce was so creamy and yummy. I had to ask the waiter to ask the chef what cheeses were in it. I gave my compliments to the chef and the waiter was very friendly. The ambiance was very pleasant, aesthetically pleasing and quaint. A very boutique type restaurant vibe. Clean of course with fresh Lily's on the table. I would definitely like to try their other dishes. I shall return.

    The pictures I posted are from multiple visits. The pork belly hoagie is my go to and easily a top…read more3 to 5 sandwich in Baton Rouge. I tried the City Pork Chop last year and it was pretty good, not one I would put in my top 5 but definitely worthy of ordering at least once. My Wife and I went last week. Everything was very tasty as usual. She got the City Club with Mc N Cheese and I got the Pork Belly Hoagie. We started with the Wild Boar Flautas and she ordered the "Damned If You Dew" cocktail which was really good. Service is always good and the atmosphere isn't bad but not unique at the same time. This place has really good sweet tea. The tea actually taste like tea and has good flavor. I said the same thing about Elsie's (another spot in BR).

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    Bacon old fashioned
    City Pork Charcuterie
    City Pork Charcuterie
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