So I've gone to southern junction a few times now, mainly before they moved to Connecticut street. I have been once for sna event thought. When you walk in thr fron thwy have a bar area with some window seats and tables also. In the back is the food counter where you can't order ahead, but wait in line to let them know what you want and they plate it right in front of you to go or dine in. There are more tables in the back. Staff is nice. The food is amazing specifically the brisket. Its so tender. Different sauce to chose from. The other meats are good too, brisket is just my favorite. My only complaints are the price for not much brisket with a single meat combo. I get it everything is expensive so this is an occasional treat because it's just not much meat. I definitely recommend if anyone is craving bbq. I also wish you could order online. It would make things so much easier especially if you dont have a lot of time to wait in line to order. read more

Southern Junction - Single meat Brisket combo with biriyani rice, cheese shells, and a piece of bread - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

First time trying Southern Junction! We lined up at 4:15pm and they opened at 4:00pm. Wait to get to the front of the line was about 25 minutes. We really liked the Brisket, the sausage, the slaw, biryani, the sweet pickled onion/cucumbers, and the cardamom cornbread. Indoor seating was limited but we found some stools to sit on, but diners after us might have to sit outside or take it to go. Everything was seasoned really well and tasted excellent. We will definitely be returning in the future! read more

Southern Junction - Milk bread, sausage, biryani, cardamom cornbread, slaw, brisket, beef shoulder, mac and cheese - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Highly recommend trying. Get there before 5pm if you want a seat, it's packed by 515. Cool atmosphere, really nice folks at the bar and food was fantastic. read more

Southern Junction - Platter with pork ribs, corn bread and sausage. - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Wow! I heard good things about this place and couldn't get in on a Saturday night because the line was too long and it was too cold out. Finally got to try it tonight and wow was it good. Best brisket I've ever had and the ribs were nice and juicy, not dry like most bbq places. Sides were fantastic as was the cornbread. Too much food to finish but they have boxes, no problem. Highly recommend even if you have to wait. read more

Finally made it in. I've tried their food at the taste of buffalo but had never dined in. Yesterday we did and mad didn't do it sooner. Everyone already knows they are a cafe style spot. Order on the line and grab a seat. Enjoyed watching the food cut in front of you and plated. The staff was super friendly! The food was amazing. I love a good infusion of flavors and it did not disappoint. We tried the brisket, ribs, Texas hot link, dip dip chicken and barbacurry for our meats, then the cowboy Mac and cheese, chammandhi slaw, cardamin cornbread and brisket biriyani! Washed it all down with a few great cocktails, beer and bourbon. For the bourbon lovers they have a great selection! I wish I could tell you what my favorite was, BUT honestly everything was great, but the dip dip chicken and brisket will always get ordered when I go. I personally was not a fan of the sauces, but my husband loved them all. You really don't need the sauce because the rubs and smoke on the meat was so good, so I didn't miss anything not using sauce. Loved the sides, except the Mac and cheese. Sorry, I'm a snob of mac and cheese. Everyone I talked to there loved it and even my husband thought was decent. Without a bite with candied jalapenos it really fell flat for me. I rarely order Mac and cheese out, but I had to try it.But again, it did not effect my meal at all!! The rest of the sides were slam dunks! Thought the prices were very reasonable for the amount of food given. I'll be eating more for breakfast! read more

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Would do 4.5 if we could do half stars. Everything was delicious, but like so many BBQ places these days it's a little pricey. I understand bbq takes hours or in some cases close to a day to make as I do some amateur smoking myself and that labor has to be accounted for, but for the price I think an extra rib or extra half a sausage when getting the 2 meat plate would be fair. read more

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On September 24, 2022...Food and Wine published an article entitled, "The Best U.S. Barbecue Cities." After reading over the article, I immediately realized that this article seriously needs an update. Not only should Southern Junction be on their list. But SJ needs to be the featured restaurant on that list. So until Food and Wine, add SJ to their list. I can not take any list they populate seriously. SJ is the best BBQ in western NY, and that's saying a lot for the Buffalo area. This restaurant isn't offering the typical BBQ that you get from home, or any other bbq joint in the city. This bbq is smoked with Indian spices.. They call it a Texas Indian fusion, and it works beautifully. They have different meal combinations you can choose from. The portion sizes, depending on the combo you choose. Can be shared with someone, especially the two meat combo and sampler. It can be a little confusing when you first enter because, there's two different entrances. So while your ordering your food, it can be a little congested and confusing on who's in the right line or not. There's a decent size dining area and a small section to eat outside. All meals come with two sides and a piece of Japanese sweet bread Two meat combo- (3-4 bones) of ribs. The ribs are dry rubbed with a great blend of Indian spices. You do get a choice of (amazing) sauces you can add to them. But you may find yourself using the sauce for other options on your plate. Dip Dip chicken- I normally do not order or enjoy bbq chicken. Well, that was before SJ changed my mind. The spices they use as a rub, is finger licking good. The juiciness and the balanced level of smoke flavor is top notch. This chicken was even more off the chains, when you dip your chicken in the sauces provided. Brisket (chop pieces) biriyani rice- delicious.. just utterly delicious. Again the Indian rice and spices are truly amazing together Pickled veggies (onions/pickles) A wonderful addition to the entree. read more

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This review is for the Brunch menu only. A couple of friends and I went on a Sunday morning to celebrate our birthdays. Ordering is cafeteria style, in a line. They do have a full Bar and tables inside and outside. The dining room may have table service, but I am not sure about that. We tried a lot of different things(see pics.) I had mexican corn, a pork Taco and a beef taco. Everything was so delicious and colorful. The staff is energetic and helpful. I will definitely be going back to try their dinner menu. Great addition to the area! read more

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NOT Pet Friendly though they say it is Ordered takeout walked my dog a mile to pick up 80 degrees out Food wasn't ready on time Respectfully stayed in doorway waiting flunky made me go outside So disrespectful canceled my order I've gotten food there before it was decent but the staff is fully rude Won't be going back read more

The line is so bad, but it's well worth the wait and moves quickly. The space is a little small for all the people they are trying to accommodate but the service is thorough and the food is OUT OF THIS WORLD. I live in Rochester and will come to Buffalo JUST for this bbq. Their coleslaw, sauces, and ribs are unmatched. Can't wait to try their brunch menu. read more

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James beard finalist for a reason. The food was absolutely amazing. We had the brisket platter and the pulled pork platter both with Mac and cheese and cornbread. Everything became my favorite ever. The Mac and cheese had corn bread croutons and candied jalapeño. I'm in love. The corn bread was more like a desert-yum. The brisket and pulled pork were to die for. The service was excellent and super friendly. We sat at the bar which I would recommend. Chill vibe! read more

Southern Junction - Exterior - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

This place is definitely a hidden gem! The food was great, as well as the service, and I would highly recommend if you're looking for a different take on BBQ food! For the meal, I got the two meats platter with ribs and pulled pork with Mac and cheese and the brisket biriyani as my sides, with the addition of corn bread. I also got the mild BBQ sauce and the coconut curry sauce for my two sauces that came with the meal. Also if you don't know, this is BBQ food with Indian fusion flavors. Starting with the meat, both were very good but I really enjoyed the pulled pork. It was very moist and paired perfectly with the sauces. For the sides, the Mac and cheese was delicious as well as the cornbread, but the star of the show was definitely the brisket biriyani! It was so flavorful and different, and I very highly recommend it, it was probably my favorite part of the meal! Overall, this place was great! My only complaint was that it was absolutely freezing in there! By the end of the meal we were dying just to go outside because of how cold it was. However, the food is amazing and really unique and I highly recommend if you're looking for some good food. read more

Southern Junction - Two meat platter - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

One of the most unique barbecue places I've ever been to. Food is done, traditional Texas style, which means you'll be waiting in line and they may run out of food. I assure you're the wait is worth it. The Food is traditional barbecue mixed with Indian style spices. The results are amazing. I had the brisket, which was excellent and fairly traditional. My second meet was the. Barbacurry beef, a mix of brisket and Indian spices which was amazing. I went with a group of six, and we ordered pretty much everything on the menu that day. No one had any complaints. We went on a Saturday at about 530, and it took us about an hour to get inside, but was definitely worth the wait. read more

Southern Junction - 2 meat platter - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Been wanting to come here and finally made it this place is the point blank period. Everything and I mean everything was delicious from the beef brisket which tender, flavorful, had a nice charred bark on it. Ribs were spot on and they even gave pickled onions/pickles with meal. For my two sides I picked some kind of mango slaw with spicy peanuts on top and cardamom spice cornbread muffin. Now I see why this place has a high rating I will be back(Arnold Schwarzenegger) voice once I receive my next paycheck lmao! Give these folks a try read more

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Living in the city has made me feel so lucky to have easy access to delicious, unique food -- and Southern Junction is a prime example of that. Barbecue isn't my go-to cuisine of choice, but I had a craving for it this past weekend and my boyfriend suggested Southern Junction because it isn't your average barbecue joint. They pride themselves on being "Tex-ish" -- their food is Texas/Southern Indian fusion, something incredibly different, especially to this area. The ordering situation at their new location is serving line style -- hop in line and let the crew know what meats and sides you'd like. I chose their dip dip chicken with shells and cheese and smoked cauliflower. Everything was so full of flavor, the chicken especially was spiced perfectly. They throw in a piece of house made Japanese milk bread as well which serves as a nice way to break up the heat. My boyfriend got the maple glazed ribs and he loved his too. I'd definitely recommend checking Southern Junction out if you're seeking a barbecue experience that's anything but typical. Their flavors are so unique and everything is cooked beautifully. Not to mention, their staff is so kind, too. We will definitely be back! read more

Southern Junction - Dip Dip Chicken, Smoked Cauliflower, Shells and Cheese - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I showed up on their Friday which is Monday. They didn't have brisket but had flat iron which tasted very similar. Ribs and Kebasa,. I had a small of the rice and pieces of brisket which made it smokey, a good flavor. I also got ribs which were good. My wife says there is no good bbq in Buffalo, but we were visiting and this was the best thing, I was suprised she nearly finished the rib, she liked the Kebasa and said the flat iron was brisket. I'm not going to argue, but it wasn't fat enough to be brisket, must have been from another cut of the cow. The place was so good. My wife went back two more times without me and liked it. is the BEST in Buffalo. read more

This place was great! Incredible food. Very good! I brought my family of four. Although a bit crowded, the weight was not long. We will certainly be back.! read more

The food here is outstanding! There's a lot to choose from-fusion BBQ that is executed flawlessly! Don't be afraid to try something new! There were 8 in our group for dinner. Getting a table for a larger group can be tricky, but we went to the bar for cocktails while waiting for a table to open up. Speaking of cocktails, they are excellent! The service was impeccable! The Hippies and Cowboys cocktail was especially good! The cherrywood smoked turkey was almost a religious experience! The beans were delicious and the cornbread with cardamom was perfect! The ambiance is energetic and fun. We can't wait to go back when the weather is warmer and try sitting outside in the back dining area! read more

First thing to mention is something that many reviewers point out - this place is BUSY. No pre-order, so unless you find an open spot at the bar, it's wait in line/counter service/find a table (at least hope to) after getting your food and paying. Went for dinner around 5:30-6 on a Saturday, admittedly not the time to go anywhere for a 'quick' experience - the line was several dozen customers deep & out to the sidewalk, took around an hour from getting there to ordering food, then a few 'purgatory' minutes waiting for a table to open. Worth taking into account - make sure to allow time. Fan of good BBQ + weakness for Indian flavors = I love the menu concept. Generally speaking, the execution was great. The barbacurry beef was exactly what it sounds like & something I'd return to this place specifically for. I feel the same about the brisket biryani, another imaginative fusion executed really well, and the cardamom cornbread. The "dip dip" smoked half chicken was good, spiced coconut oil elevated it, and mac & cheese got the job done as well. Banana pudding for dessert was nothing to write home about necessarily but perfectly fine. I'd probably try the sliced brisket if I get a chance to return. Girlfriend had a notable complaint that both of her meat choices (sausage & ribs) were basically room temperature. I didn't have that issue with mine, but I hear her - if I waited an hour for meat that tastes like it's been on the board for a long time, I'd probably have beef with it too (no pun intended ‍). I'm an occasional Buffalo work traveler that always feels like I'm on a time crunch in the dinner hours, so given the format here, not sure if/when I'll be able to return. But if opportunity arises with some time to kill, it's definitely worth hitting again. Although not the *perfect* night, this place is its own animal blending two of my favorite flavor profiles & doing it well. read more

Southern Junction - Chicken, beef, cornbread, milk bread, sauces (sides were accidentally put in to-go containers so no visual) - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

The buzz around Buffalo is that this is the "it" place to eat, and the buzz is not wrong. A James Beard award winner is in the house, and our family loved what he's serving up. We'd tried to come once before and the line was hours long (they don't take reservations), so this timed we arrived a few minutes to 4:00, and made it through the door quickly. The place smells amazing even from outside with all the smokers going in the yard, and the sight of all those meats coming in straight to the cutting board was a thing of beauty. Thick, rich, flavorful char on the juicy brisket makes it the real standout of the menu. If you only get one thing make it that! However, we also tried the ribs, the pulled pork, and the buffalo sausage. Every one of them was great, it's just that nothing else really can compete with the brisket because it's so next-level. For sides we got the brisket biryani, brisket beans, Mac and cheese, and cardamom corn bread. Everything was top notch, though I did find the onions in the biryani kind of took over the other flavors, but that's probably a personal preference. You order cafeteria style, and once all your food is loaded onto the tray you can pick your table. The vibe is super casual, with banter back and forth while you order, and country music classics playing while you eat. It's not the kind of place you just pop in to, or linger, but things keep moving at a slow and steady pace. You should expect to wait awhile, just know that it's worth it! read more

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The brisket, sausage, Texas Twinkie, corn bread, & other sides were all perfect! Service was great. Worth the wait in line read more

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Best Bbq in the area! Loved our experience, the food was so good that we didn't even mind the 1 hour wait... Meats are super tender and flavorful and the side dishes are great. My favorites were the basmati rice and the cardamom corn bread. The coleslaw, in my opinion, lacked acidity, but it was a minor miss. Loved the friendliness of the staff ... will definitely recommend! read more

I placed an order today at 4:37pm with and estimated pickup time of 5:07pm. My wife went to pickup the food and it took almost an entire extra hour past the expected pickup time so she was stuck waiting for the food. When the food was finally ready your staff forgot to put part of the order in the bag and didn't bother calling me to tell me until my wife was almost all the way home so she had to drive all the way back to get the items your staff did not include. The whole point of online ordering ahead is to save time so people can avoid long waits, but in this instance my wife would have been better off standing in line and not ordering online ahead because she would have gotten the food faster. I've worked food service and retail and I understand things get crazy busy etc., but honestly I don't think you should have online ordering if it cannot run more smoothly for your customers. We're big fans of your restaurant and the awesome food you make, but this poor customer service experience has really soured things for us. The staff was not helpful or at all sympathetic when she went back for the items they neglected to include either. I'm not one to complain in customer service situations and I'm usually the type to give people the benefit of the doubt, but this was really a horrible experience so I hope you will either just get rid of online ordering or improve the turnaround on it so other customers do not have the same poor experience that we did. read more

So disappointed! We waited patiently in line to order for about 1/2 hour, but it really wasn't worth it. The people from whom we ordered were pleasant enough, one was even enthusiastic, but the food was so-so, the dishes and flatware were all disposable, the seating was crowded and so noisy we could barely have a conversation. We ordered the texas trinity: ribs, brisket and sausage. The ribs were the most flavorful of the 3 meats, but very fatty so not much meat. The sausage was supposed to be stuffed with blue cheese, but we could neither see it nor taste it. The chammandhi slaw was the best part of the meal. read more

After months of anticipation, finally made it out on a rainy Friday, and we weren't disappointed! My wife and I shared a plate that included ribs, pulled pork, brisket and sausage. For sides we picked cornbread and Mac&cheese. For us, the standouts were the ribs and cornbread. Everything was good though, and the staff helped us to make the right picks. Looking forward to going back to try more of the menu! read more

Southern Junction - How it works! - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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This was the first time here and holy cow! Easiest 5 star review ever! They had an amazing selection of different smoked meats and sides. I found it super interesting that they take some of the spice profile of Indian dishes which made the food experience that much more impressive and incredible! We did have to wait in line to get our food, but it was totally worth it! The butchers and staff were so friendly! My absolute favorite thing tonight was the corn bread! The cardamom notes with the honey butter on top sends your tastebuds to a new dimensions! 10/10 will have to go again! They also have a very cute little back area with seating with a very nice atmosphere, but it is a a bit cramped. Overall it was a pleasant experience and I look forward to going back! read more

This was hands down some of the best bbq I've ever had. The flavors all paired so well! That milk bread is so pillowy and is great for stacking meats and pickles and sauce! The guys serving are all very friendly as well. read more

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Good for Buffalo for having Southern Junction as a place for travelers to enjoy. We often drive through the city and this is one of our staples for a stopover. read more

I love Bbq. Usually my wife doesn't. Until Southern Junction. We both LOVE this place. I'm usually a brisket guy. Justin recommended the Flat Iron. Favorite smoked meat EVER!! The Biryani Rice was unexpected & memorable. The outdoor patio was a great setting. Thanks to Owners Ryan & Lydia for making a bbq place where my wife & I can both come & enjoy! read more

Best authentic Texas barbecue. Creative and interesting spin on the sides too. Texas Twinkie!! Sooo good!

BBQ places take note! There's an excellent BBQ place on Connecticut Street.. Southern Junction ! Everything is made in house including the pickles!! We shared a combo with pulled pork, beans, rice, Mac n cheese, And a foldie w/ brisket. The cardamon corn bread was outstanding!! Busy bar with inside and patio dining made for a great vibe!! . The workers putting the food together in full view were friendly and efficient! 5 stars to them too! One critique I might make is that there are no plates to wash, all food is on paper covered trays.. BUT sooo much waste with all the good quality plastic ware being disposed of.. please use real utensils! read more

Southern Junction - Combo plate w/ pulled pork, rice and beans. The spicy sausage was a freebee from the very nice young lady at the counter! - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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We went for brunch on Sunday. Simply the best barbecue I've had in a long time. Tried the sampler platter. The brisket, sausage, chorizo and chicken with all the unique sauces and sides was delicious! Such a cool place and great vibe in this place. Can't leave without having their cinnamon buns. Worth a drive and wait in line! read more

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Been meanjng to get by this place for a long time. As a native Texan, I am inherently a huge barbecue fan and I was excited to try this interesting concept that fuses Indian and BBQ cuisines. Though I haven't tried their lunch and dinner offerings their breakfast is fire. I have now tried the brisket and barbacurry breakfast tacos ($5 each) and the sausage kolache (a classic Texas breakfast a item). Everything was delicious and I can't to try their biriyani bbq bowls soon! read more

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Wait time is caused by insanely slow staff who have never heard of the word "urgency" or planning. Months already and they can't figure out the operation so you have to stand in the cold 40 min every time. After going 3 times - brisket usually dry, oil added that makes my stomach sick. Pork ribs- terrible ribs, shredded bone, shrapnel with tons of fat. No good bites out of 2 tiny ass ribs?! And you want to charge extra for dry brisket? Spicy bbq is way too tangy. Only thing good is the corn bread and Mac and cheese. Save your money- 40$ is crazy read more

Just visited Southern Junction tonight, based on positive feedback on Reddit. A definite "must try"! We shared the Trinity, slaw, shells with cheese & jalapeños, and cornbread. Everything was delicious! Took home banana pudding and pecan pie ~ looking forward to trying those, too! read more

Good vibes and really nice workers, they helped us with our ordering and made suggestions. They do sell out so I recommend getting there before 630/7 maybe (idk, we went on a Friday during a warm spring evening). You will most likely have to stand in a long line, but grab a drink at the bar and chat while you wait to order. Once you order, they prepare it and give it to you right there at the counter. Delicious! Loved their foldie. read more

Southern Junction - Almost the whole menu. Top item is the turkey foldie, really good! - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I love Southern Junction! The perfect mix of bbq and Indian flavors - such a good combo. The brunch is awesome, especially the brisket foldie. For dinner, don't skip out on the cardamom corn bread. read more

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I'm still dreaming of the food! It was sooooooooo good. I couldn't believe it lol. So the first time my bf and I came was last November and the line was soooooo long so we left. Finally we decided to come again as it was my last meal in Buffalo for a month. We waited like 15 mins and babyyyyy my goodness the best brisket I've ever had!! Like just forget about it. Soooo dam tender and juicy. Soooooo tender. It was like snake river farms mixed with a5 I feel. However hold on, I've never had bbq at Texas or Kansas lol so I guess I'm not sure?? But I've had it at a lot of other places and states and this is the best I've ever had. The sides were bomb too! The 2nd best is their slice of bread! It was like hokkaido milk bread. Sooooo soft and fluufff. I can't wait to come back In a couple weeks! Such a such a gem. Keep Buffalo a secret! Really. read more

The food I had was all excellent. The seating situation does not work. The bar area very cramped so really not an option. I stood outside in the cold (could have invested in better outdoor heating), when you make it to the serving table most times you don't know if it's to go or to stay as seating so limited. People from bar area continually trying to save or grab a table and poorly enforced. Although I got a table it was for 4 so felt bad 2 unused seats were sitting there then felt rushed to make room for people in line. Eliminate the serving station get more tables in and hire wait staff and have reservations. Current system great for turnover and profit but not for dining experience read more

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One of the best meals I've had in a while. Cute place with a patio. The long line is worth it & moves pretty fast. The staff was super nice. Everything was tender & well seasoned. Cardamom cornbread??? All the flavor combinations are delicious & I love the concept. I'm recommending this place to everyone that's a big meat eater like me. read more

Southern Junction - Indian Near Me - Buffalo, New York