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    Roaming Buffalo BBQ - Beef Brisket Burnt Ends

    Roaming Buffalo BBQ

    4.4(414 reviews)
    4.5 kmUniversity, Southeast
    $$

    My new favorite barbecue spot in Denver! Was lucky enough to…read morestumble on this while walking around near a friend's apartment in Englewood, Denver has all these cool little pockets where it's very suburban and then all of a sudden you'll have a small corner with a few shops and restaurants and giving it a lovely walkable vibe. I could tell this place was going to be good because it was packed out at 11:30 AM on a Saturday. We decided to stop by and most people were ordering very large orders for takeout, but they have a good number of tables both inside and outside. The food takes a while to come, but that just means that it is all freshly prepared, and the staff are so nice and even give free samples. I went with the Kids meal brisket with the Potato salad and added a Sweet potato with the candied pecan butter. I seriously have no words -- all of these things were so delicious, and the amount of meat that you get even with the kids meal is more than enough to fill me up, especially with the rich sweet potato and potato salad on the side. I will be back as soon as I can, their hours are limited, and the drive is a little out of the central Denver area, but it is so worth it

    A big part of the BBQ experience for me is the wonderful aroma of smoke that always accompanies…read moregreat barbecue, and creates a feeling of anticipation for the coming meal. That was missing here, the first indication that all would not go well. I soldiered on anyway, and ordered the 2 meat plate, pulled pork and brisket, with an extra rib bone and collard greens and beans for sides. The brisket and pork were both dry and had no smoke flavor. The rib was so small (an end piece) that they gave me 2; they were both overcooked and had very little meat on them. The sides were the only good part of this meal, but sides do not great barbecue make, hence the 2 stars. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The pitmaster visited our table and took our criticism with good grace, even offering to replace our food to see if they could do better, but I was done. I won't be returning.

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    Roaming Buffalo BBQ - Our Dining Room

    Our Dining Room

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    The Bambi and Homemade Chips

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    Brisket Sandwich with Collard Greens and Red Eye Cowboy Beans

    Saucy’s Southern Barbecue & Cuisine

    Saucy’s Southern Barbecue & Cuisine

    4.2(159 reviews)
    5.8 kmUniversity Park, Southeast
    $$

    Got to try this place out first on the TooGoodTooGo app and couldn't resist on coming back the next…read moreday to order something else off the menu! The server was quick to take my order and friendly. Definitely glad I got it to go because it was a bit loud due to a large group being there. Food took a little bit of time to make but definitely well worth the wait. The beans were very sweet and yummy. Mac and cheese slaps your taste buds with so much flavor. The ribs on the 2 meat platter I only got 3 of them and a huge link but for the price I thought it was worth it. Can't wait to come back and try the wings and the different types of sauces they got. There is parking garage but parking on the street wasn't a problem in the evening.

    Being born and raised southern, I have pretty high expectations when it comes to BBQ. However this…read moreplace was so yum! I got the 1 meat plate with bbq ribs, green beans and Mac & cheese. It included a Hawaiian roll as well. I also got a banana pudding for a sweet treat. The Bbq sauce was top tier on the ribs- absolutely delicious. The rib meat was tough... but overall had great flavor. The Mac & cheese was dry, but green beans were pretty good! Banana pudding was a custard base and was thick and creamy and so worth it. Will absolutely be back to try more of their sauces and for more of that banana pudding Love that they endorse local businesses, right when you walk in there is a table full of cards for cleaning, dispensary deals, stickers, barbers, etc etc. The young ladies working were very friendly!

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    Saucy’s Southern Barbecue & Cuisine - I forgot to take photo of my food, but this mural of the barbecue master's history is pretty cool.

    I forgot to take photo of my food, but this mural of the barbecue master's history is pretty cool.

    Saucy’s Southern Barbecue & Cuisine - Ribs, teriyaki Parmesan wings, teriyaki Parmesan corn, and green beans.

    Ribs, teriyaki Parmesan wings, teriyaki Parmesan corn, and green beans.

    Saucy’s Southern Barbecue & Cuisine - Ordering counter

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    Chop Shop Casual Urban Eatery - OH MY GOSH. Even just thinking of this Sirloin French Dip has my mouthwatering - it was phenomenal.

    Chop Shop Casual Urban Eatery

    4.3(218 reviews)
    2.7 km
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    I don't often choose Chop Shop over other restaurants in the area due to the high cost while being…read morea quick service atmosphere, but today it was the easiest option. I've had it before and enjoyed it, but the last couple times the food has been cold despite being ready within 7 minutes. Today, I was at Chop Shop the minute my order was ready, as I got a notification on my phone. I got the chicken with polenta and my husband had the chicken tenders. We got freezer burnt chicken that was wet and soggy, breading falling off, and impossible to chew like cardboard. Not to mention the polenta and Mac and cheese were cold. I understand not every experience can be perfect, however to pay a tip, restaurant service fee (that apparently doesn't go to staff because it's a separate charge), and have to pay for utensils at a quick serve restaurant just to receive small portions, cold food, and past quality ingredients is not acceptable. I would sooner go to a fast food restaurant.

    Immediately greeted when I arrived. First time- didn't even have to tell the guy before he started…read moreguiding the way and making suggestions. He suggested one of the sandwiches but the fried rice just sounded perfect for me. Man! It was delicious! I haven't had such good fried rice since I was in Hawaii. Well done. I am in Englewood for work, and am sad I won't be able to get this just anytime I want. I'll miss you fried rice.

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    Chop Shop Casual Urban Eatery - We arrived at Chop Shop South Broadway, ordered our food and sat at a booth in the main dining room.

    We arrived at Chop Shop South Broadway, ordered our food and sat at a booth in the main dining room.

    Chop Shop Casual Urban Eatery - The Southwestern Chop Salad was made with Greens, Tomato, Corn, Black Beans, Green Onion, Cilantro, Tortilla, Cheese, & Chipotle Vinaigrette

    The Southwestern Chop Salad was made with Greens, Tomato, Corn, Black Beans, Green Onion, Cilantro, Tortilla, Cheese, & Chipotle Vinaigrette

    Chop Shop Casual Urban Eatery - The Sirloin French Dip was made with House Roasted Top Sirloin, Horseradish Aioli, Provolone, Pan Dripping Au Jus, & a Toasted French Roll.

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    The Sirloin French Dip was made with House Roasted Top Sirloin, Horseradish Aioli, Provolone, Pan Dripping Au Jus, & a Toasted French Roll.

    Burnt End BBQ - BURNT END PLATTER SAUSAGE PLATTER

    Burnt End BBQ

    3.6(487 reviews)
    11.3 km
    $$

    Alas, I should have heeded more the rating than the enticement of the business' name. And then we…read morewalk in on a Sunday night and it's completely empty, not one table with patrons. I would have walked out and gone somewhere else except I had two disabled folks with me and one ornery sibling who would have balked. That being said, the place itself has been designed pretty great. Excellent tables and chairs and even some high top ones. Very, very clean. Area where there was BBQ sauce and some garnishes was alone by itself and coulda been dressed up a bit more to look more enticing. Now, the food. The burnt ends, unbelievably, were not true burnt ends, at least in my book. They were cubed meat with either side burnt but they were not ends. Burnt ends need to be almost all burnt around except one edge. There were only SOME of them like that. But, ok, fine, how's the meat, how's the cut? Most of my pieces were very tough. Cut wrong or with some gristle. Not a tender bite. But I also ordered brisket. Although not as good as I'm used to, at least it was tender and flavorful. But it was sliced thin and shoulda been thicker slices with more burnt edges. My sister liked.her chicken although it looked a bit dry, my uncle seemed to really enjoy his ribs. My brother didn't seem to be as picky as me about his burnt ends, he said it was good. So perhaps my standards are too high. Sides of Mac & Cheese, creamy Cole slaw, rustic fries, and loaded mashed potato were decent, but the charred corn wasn't at all as I was expecting, just corn in a lot of spicy sauce and I would skip it. The toasted bread on the side was altogether uninteresting. My uncle did like his Breckenridge Beer Amber Ale. And the fellow at the front was really nice, although interesting it was just him, and then two cooks in the back, not what I'm used to at most bbq places which usually have a bustle of people behind the counter. But then, again, the place was empty, although had a decent amount of "to go" business. This place feels like it may not last -- it's in a great location and should have had way more people dining in -- and I think the owner needs to invest in another bbq chef who can bring a bit more magic to the food, especially the burnt ends, the brisket and the sides. I was torn between 3 and 4 stars -- were it just me it would be 3, but with the rest of my party, a 4 -- plus the cleanliness and bright atmosphere and great service, a 4 is deserved.

    Darn!!!!!!!! I really wanted this place to be outstanding....... There was a line of 10+ people…read morewaiting to order. However, there were only a few people sitting at tables. Um??? They seemed really overwhelmed and it was almost 2pm (way after lunch). I noticed one person in the kitchen, one delivery food to tables, and one guy on cash register. Pretty sure he was the manager because he often left the register to deal with little problems (yes, we all still in line waiting). Well, I waited 15 minutes for my to go bag and left (without checking the bag... Dah!!!!). ALL 4 of the sides I order didn't make it to the bag?? Ugh!!! Wanted to try them!! The food was not bad but seemed expensive for what I got (a bit cold). I sure hope this place figures it out. I'd like to try again but don't want to be disappointed and hungry on next trip.

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    Burnt End BBQ
    Burnt End BBQ

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