Heading east on 69 and we needed some gas and lunch. We yelp and lo and behold right across the…read morestreet is Johnny Vs! We see four star yelp reviews and we head over. You order at the counter and then select your seating. They have a nice selection of indoor seats- tables have cup holders to reduce your spillage. Two in our party today. We had the meat sampler and a pulled pork sandwich and both were fantastic. The ribs and chicken were a tie for first place. Followed closely by the pulled pork, candied bacon (omg) and brisket. Listen it was a meat paradise. Next time I'm passing this place it will be my destination. Good ass BBQ. Plus I love the funky murals!

You know the type of food that makes you do a little happy dance in your seat? That's Johnnys…read more Wonderful staff, friendly service. No frills- just dang good food. Romo's pro tip: the fries. Always get the loaded fries. They are a meal themselves!

Reliably good pulled pork and ribs. Great corn dish. Family likes the cole slaw. Vinegary sauce is…read moretops. This 5-5:30 visit made me think I was getting leftover ribs from the lunch. Might wait until later in the evening. Service: nothing for me to complain about. Friendly and helpful. In terms of ambience, great for conversations. No loud music. I like that.

Had the Pulled Chicken and pulled Pork Tacos with Mac and Cheese and Coleslaw. Everything was fresh…read moreand good tasting. It was clean and Employees were friendly and knowledgeable. all in all great Experience... I recommend trying it will be back..

First time at saddleback and all I can say is it was excellent. Pulled pork smoked to perfection…read moreand not steamed in sauce all day. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be going back for seconds!

I was a little disappointed with a 4 star rating, the meat did not match up. I had the one meat…read moreplatter with brisket for an extra charge. Brisket was dry and just OK. The sides were beans and coleslaw, beans were tasty, slaw was mediocre.

The Pork and Chicken Banh MI sandwiches are the bomb! Best ever. Great experience and memories…read more Recommend to all who live in the Lansing area or are visiting. Can't miss!

Absolutely INCREDIBLE. Came here while in the area and ordered the Awesome Mess with macaroni salad…read moreand vegetarian egg rolls. The sandwich was amazing, BBQ sauce was delicious and the smoked pulled pork was cooked perfectly. The macaroni salad was really good. The egg rolls were great and the sweet chili sauce was the best I've ever had. I will absolutely be back next time I'm in the area.

Gumps is a truly hidden gem! Low key atmosphere but OMG the BBQ is superb. The guys running it are…read morevery welcoming and the service is fast and friendly. Today I had a brisket sandwich and the brisket was so tender and flavorful. My daughter got the Mac and Cheese and it was creamy cheese goodness with a touch of spice. For her the fries were a solid hit, said they were so good she didn't need to use ketchup or salt! You want the best BBQ in Lansing, Gumps is the place!

Chorizo and bacon burrito and me are forever! The best breakfast burrito in the 517! Gumps is top…read moretier.

This place is exactly what it needs to be: a cozy, small town diner with really good food. The menu…read moreis enormous so be prepared to take your time. They have everything from delicious omelette to super good pork chops. Their cheeseburger potato soup is delicious. Service is friendly and it's a reliable spot to eat when in Owosso.

The service is always wonderful here,…read more LOve the chicken Caeser Salad, it was definetly worth the cost, My kids absolutley love the breakfast here and the atmosphere is very family friendly, We have a service dog for my best friend and she always brings her in case something happens, they have even offered us a bowl of water for her and even ask before petting her. Definately reccomend.

I couldn't deny my enthusiasm about this month's assignment being carnivore-friendly given our most…read morerecent review focused on vegetarian options, that while still very satisfying, still lacked the savory gratification of meat and more meat. Smoked, braised, grilled, roasted, or fried bring it on- either when I eat out or if I'm in my own personal happy place in front of my smoker. Enter Zynda's, a southwestern restaurant that now occupies the former Red Cedar Grill (one of my all-time favorite restaurants in the area) in Williamston. The venue has been nicely updated and far more open than I recalled its predecessor. There are several dining options including a nice bar serving craft cocktails, upscale booths for a special night, and the Chimney Room which can seat up to 50 guests. Billed as a barbecue restaurant on some food sites, Zynda's menu is part Tex-Mex, part New American, with some French, Asian, Cajun, and Mediterranean elements. I usually subscribe to the theory that restaurants that do a lot of everything rarely do anything exceptionally well. Zynda's had a lot of high notes, to be sure, but a lack of focus was evident on others. What's Really Good I'm a big fan of the ribeye when slathered in the bearnaise sauce. It was aromatic and rich, but not over-powering. Not as thick as most restaurants' ribeye, the steak was still cooked perfectly and paired well with the grilled asparagus. The smoked chicken atop the Baked "mac n cheese" with penne pasta was rich in smokiness. The dish had plenty of melty cheesy goodness and benefitted from both the creamy béchamel base and the crunch from panko crumbles. Likewise, the au gratin potatoes were rich and scrumptious with a nice kick from chiles. Can I get some more of this please? The onion rings were another hit, thick-cut and crispy, the batter was less greasy than some other area favorites. On lighter notes, the Michigan Springtime Salad with carrots, dried cranberries, walnuts, capers, and feta cheese and a red wine vinaigrette, and the Caesar Salad with a citrusy punch were both quite good. What's Just Ok The Smoked Chicken Quesadilla was solid, but not outstanding. The blending of Tex-Mex and slow smoking is a tricky matter, and the meat didn't shine like it did in the pasta. Further attention to detail could have been paid to several items: the corn chowder was missing the potato and bacon pictured on the menu; the coleslaw lacked creaminess and salt; and while the Southwest Pulled Pork Eggrolls, jam packed with black beans, corn, and green chiles, were an interesting way to enjoy Zynda's smoked delicacies, the smoked pork seemed at odds with everything else in each bite rather than enhanced by them. The dipping sauce added yet another layer of taste but offered a comforting cool to the Southwestern brawl. Best Bite A southwestern smokehouse will need to bring it in the flavor department when it comes to brisket. Zynda's Corned Beef Brisket was on point. Tender and juicy, the brisket was packed with a depth of flavor from both the corning and smoking processes. The flavor was ramped up a notch when coupled with either the AZ's Sweet & Savory sauce (closer to Kansas City-style tomato base and brown sugar) or the ZBQ sauce (a zestier, vinegar-based sauce akin to a Memphis-style sauce). Served with shoestring fries and a delightful jalapeño cornbread, this smokey and hearty plate is what I expect when I think of BBQ,

From our first greeting and the excellent waiter to the Easter entree of lamb it was a very…read moreenjoyable meal.

For our final stop on our way home from Chicago, we decided to finally check out Raising Cane's…read more We popped in just before lunchtime and the place was already about half full with hungry folks like us. I noticed an option to order on a self-serve monitor, so I went with that and got three chicken fingers and the Cane's Sauce. I hit the bathroom and by the time I got out, my food was ready. And wouldn't you know it, but it was seriously delicious. The chicken was obviously freshly fried because it was piping hot, and boy did it ever hit the spot. The breading is perfectly spiced and that sauce provided a tasty, tangy accompaniment. I'm a little sad that Raising Cane's hasn't come to Canada because they're obviously serving a superior product.

so good! quality is very much worth the price. the sauce is really good, and every bit of food is…read moretoo. Shelly at the register was extraordinarily nice. The food came out hot and in less than 30 seconds. The restaurant is very clean, and the staff are nothing but efficient! Will return for sure