They don't make it like this anymore. Great customer service wonderful people Lanae is literally…read morethe best. If you want some incredible barbecue and a really fun environment to just chill with your family. This is it and they've got great drinks.!!!

For more than six years, working in the airline industry has given us the opportunity to travel…read moreacross the country and experience some incredible BBQ. We've developed favorites in several cities, particularly when it comes to authentic Texas-style BBQ. Since moving to Arizona, we've enjoyed exploring the local BBQ scene, including Little Miss BBQ. However, after our first visit to Caldwell County BBQ, we can confidently say we've found our new local favorite! From the moment we walked through the door, the experience was exceptional. We were greeted by Mason, who immediately made us feel welcome. When he learned it was our first visit, he took the time to explain the ordering process, describe the different meats, and share his personal recommendations. Even as the line grew behind us, he never made us feel rushed. He treated us as though we were the only guests there. Mason offered samples of the beef rib, brisket, and sausage, all of which were outstanding. He genuinely wanted us to experience the flavors before ordering. He explained that everything is served à la carte and prepared fresh daily. His enthusiasm was especially noticeable when describing the banana pudding, made fresh at 5 a.m. with bananas, homemade custard, and smoked vanilla beans. That attention to detail immediately impressed us. We ordered a pound of brisket, pulled pork and brisket sliders, green chile mac and cheese, corn casserole, pinto beans, and two absolutely massive beef ribs served with house-made chimichurri. The beef ribs were phenomenal! Incredibly tender, flavorful, and slightly sweeter than the brisket, they were easily among the best we've ever had. The chimichurri was equally impressive, bursting with fresh herbs and peppers. We honestly could have put it on everything! The green chile mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy, with just enough chile flavor without overwhelming heat. The corn casserole was rich, thick, and buttery, while the pinto beans were perfectly tender with a subtle smokiness that wasn't buried under excessive seasoning. The brisket had beautiful bark, exceptional flavor, and was incredibly juicy without relying on excessive fat. The sliders, served on salted pretzel buns, may have been small enough to fit in your palm, but they were generously packed with meat. Don't underestimate them! For dessert, we enjoyed the banana pudding and sheet cake. The pudding was perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. Learning that the vanilla beans are smoked and the wafers are buttered, baked, and layered into the pudding made us appreciate it even more. The sheet cake featured a tender layer of cake topped with rich fudge frosting and walnuts. Both were a wonderful ending to an incredible meal. But as exceptional as the food was, what truly set Caldwell County apart was the hospitality. Mason made a point to check on us during our meal, genuinely interested in hearing about our experience. That simple gesture meant a great deal. Throughout our visit, it was obvious that the entire team takes tremendous pride not only in the quality of their food but also in how they treat their guests. There is a meaningful difference between serving customers and making people feel genuinely valued. Caldwell County understands that difference. Every interaction felt personal, sincere, and unhurried. We never felt like another transaction or simply the next people in line. We felt appreciated, and that is something we'll remember long after the meal. In fact, before we had even finished eating, we were already telling family, friends, and fellow BBQ enthusiasts about our experience! Having enjoyed BBQ throughout the country, we can confidently place Caldwell County among our absolute favorites. The quality, attention to detail, and genuine hospitality make this restaurant something special. We're already looking forward to returning next week with friends visiting from out of town. We sincerely hope Mason is there because we'd love for them to experience the same exceptional hospitality we received. To Mason and the entire Caldwell County team: Thank you for reminding us what genuine hospitality looks like. You've gained loyal customers, and we couldn't be happier to have discovered you here in Arizona! If we could give you a 20 out of 10, we absolutely would. Outstanding in every way!

For a BBQ joint west of the Mississippi, this place is pretty darn impressive! This is the original…read morePhoenix location, and while it may be small in size, it more than makes up for it in BIG flavor. The meat is smoked right on the premises, and you can definitely taste the difference. Portions are generous and sure to satisfy even the heartiest of appetites. They also offer several varieties of BBQ sauce, so there's something for every taste. You can even purchase the smoked meats by the pound, and we noticed quite a few people picking up an order to take home. Located near the airport, this spot gets especially busy during the lunch rush, so plan accordingly. Although the dining area is on the smaller side, they offer a good amount of outdoor seating. Big flavor, generous portions, and authentic smoked BBQ ....definitely worth a visit!

I will never voluntarily set foot in a hellhole like Texas, no matter how good their food is, but I…read moream absolutely grateful they've exported some of their finest pitmasters to the Valley. There's a reason previous Yelp lists have named this spot one of the best places you can eat in the entire country. If someone asks me what makes this place special in terms of flavor or technique, I'll say this: The meat is saltier than you expect. The sauce is way sweeter than you would expect. The intensity of the smoke flavor is sharp and woody. Everything you try is tender, with the fat rendered perfectly--you will completely clean your plate. I was never a brisket person and this was clearly the best I had ever had. It is, at worst, a top 3 pulled pork I've tried. And those jalapeno grits? Divine. Yes, seating is cramped. Yes, you might wait in line outside in the heat when you weren't expecting a rush. Go anyway--this place can't be missed.

Hub and I recently treated our good friend to Bobby Q's for his birthday that will forever make a…read morelasting impression on me. Every year our friend choses BQ because we know about its excellent food, BBQ, great ambience, friendly atmosphere and great knowledgeable staff. We ordered BBQ pork and beef tips and were greeted at our table by manager Natalie. This year I excused myself from the table and decided to take a self tour around the restaurant owned by Bob Sikora and once again ran into Natalie. She took me into his special dining room set up for parties or conference meals and the walls were filled with autographed photos of past and current country music singers and achievement plaques. Before opening Mr. Lucky's and BQ, he was involved in music production and many if not all were his personal friends. We spent 30 minutes together while she gave me a history lesson about her boss. During this time Bob was sitting at the bar with friends as I'm told he loves to enjoy people at his restaurant and frequents it often. All this info was news to me, and I hadn't heard of Mr. Lucky's restaurant either. Our meals were perfect! as always. Can't wait to go back! BQ offered our birthday friend a homemade dessert on the house and discounted our check. There's always food left over to take home for another meal including homemade cornbread, free homemade mini donuts, many yummy side dishes, etc. What I also love about BQ is having the same delicious food ordered to go without the wait. When dining in we attempt to dine on an off-hour before the wait because it's so popular with the locals and hotel guests nearby. It's important to pay it forward and remember to tip the server. They work hard like everyone else and please give this restaurant a try. I dare you to prove me wrong. If available check out Mr. Sikora's fascinating special dining area. Kudos to everyone and especially Natalie for taking out the time to give me a special tour! Many thanks!

5 If you haven't been here you're missing out. Hands down…read moreAZs best BBQ . If you can get down there and get your self some bobby qs you'll never go anywhere else it's a hidden gem if you ask me

READ ME!! This…read moreplace by far is the most delicious, juiciest BBQ I've had in TOWN! The food is amazing! The meat is so tender fall off the bone good! The staff there are super helpful and very knowledgeable.

This food truck was located at the Korn, Gojira, and Spirit Box concert at Talking Stick Resort…read moreAmphitheater this past week. For sides, they were $4 for what appeared to be 8oz cups which seemed a little pricey but if homemade it's worth the price point. Both my cousin and I thought the coleslaw was an odd flavor like there was either red apple or radish in there, but we couldn't quite figure it out. A skip for me if I visit this truck again. As for the potato salad, it was fairly decent though it had large pieces of potato skins which I personally do not care for in my potato salad. Since we didn't get any actual food as I stick to a vegetarian diet mostly, I'll give it a 4 star for the sides. Overall, the service was quick and friendly. The atmosphere is what you make of where a food truck is parked. The condiment/utensils available on the ledge do make it easier for grab-and-go.

Mission BBQ is literally the best bbq spot in town and this one specifically has the best staff…read more Great welcoming people that always take care. Amazing food and the best variety of sauces. All with different flavors.

Decided to try this place because our favorite bbq spot ran out of brisket…read more Pulled in the empty parking lot. Not a good sign although it was early 4:30, on a Saturday. Had a good score (4.7) so we decided to give it a shot Nice place inside. Decorated with veterans in mind. Has a similar setup to Rudy's where you order/pay up front and they call you up when it's ready. Was kind of worried because the place didn't smell like bbq. Ordered the turkey and jalapeno sausage with a side of bbq beans. Has a selection of six different bbq sauces at the table. I wasn't too impressed with any of them. There is a mustard sauce up by the drinks that was pretty tasty tho. The turkey was dry. The sausage had decent spices but the skin was a little tough. Neither had a bbq/smoky taste. The beans tasted like canned pork and beans with sugar and bits of brisket added. All and all I wasn't too impressed and probably won't be back. The staff was friendly and helpful and I was hoping it would be better

Good food. Been awhile since I went there but still very lively. I remember that the brisket was…read moredelicious. Just remembered that I went there and I wanted to leave it good review even if it's been awhile.

best bbq on the planet! the sausage and brisket are beyond imagination delicious!…read more 7th street location is beautiful!

I recently started to pick up their 1lb shredded barbecue chicken. OMG! This is the second time in…read morea week I've ordered it. Pickup was easy, quick and the staff pitch perfect! Finally, their barbecue sauce remains legendary! It didn't last long enough for a picture!

Popped in on a midday Friday to check this place out!…read more Sat at the bar, decent view and vibe, overlooks patio- really nice. Patio has misters to accommodate for the Arizona heat! Visually a good mist, sitting outside (depending on the temp) should be no problem! Unseating I notice very little to no service, looked to the WiFi and though it's LOCKED and says GUEST WIFI, I was informed it doesn't work... or may not be the best per-say. Might want to remove that option or look into it to make it available to the customers. GM didn't seem happy to share the WiFi. Now food! I ordered a St. Louis style ribs. They're known for smoking and then putting over a wood fire grill. For me the ribs were okay, I typically look for more of a charred bbq flavor on my ribs. A lot better than typically smoked (for me) beer battered fries are really good! I did t get a chance to get into the cornbread but it looks really good. Service was okay. Bartender (C.J.) was busy and not very much attentive. Restaurant just opened so maybe setup was still being done. I'd say try it! Could of just been a day

This place is great. The smoked turkey is phenomenal. Best I have ever had. My kids crave it. Go!read more

Frasher's was excellent for doing everything I asked for. We have gluten sensitivities in our…read morefamily. Maria made sure everything was carefully marked gluten free! We had brisket,pulled pork and ribs. They cut the ribs individually so that was a bonus. The corn was fresh and delicious. Along with the mashed potatoes and coleslaw. The finishing touch was the ice cream custard it was a hit with the chocolate pecan pie! Needless to say our family party was a hit. We had to he party at our home so we arranged for pick up.

Went out to visit some friends in Goodyear, Arizona, and they took me to Rudy's BBQ -- and wow,…read morewhat a great experience! This is some of the best Texas-style barbecue I've had. I highly recommend the moist brisket -- tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The spicy chopped brisket baked potato was absolutely amazing, especially with their barbecue sauce on top. The whole atmosphere had that real country feel to it. It honestly felt like I was somewhere I belonged -- good food, good people, and that laid-back Texas BBQ vibe. If you're anywhere around Goodyear, Arizona, and love authentic BBQ, Rudy's is definitely worth a stop! I'll definitely be coming back. 5 stars all the way!

Rudy's is good. Is it something to write home about? That probably depends on your exposure to…read morebarbecue. The concept is simple: order your meat by the pound, pick your sides, grab a dessert, and snag a beer, specialty soda, or fountain drink on your way to the register. The dining room is basically a redneck cafeteria, and I mean that as a compliment. Long community tables, no table service, and everything is self-serve. Honestly, I prefer it that way. I can grab as much white bread as I want, refill my own drink, never have to flag someone down for napkins, and I've had some great conversations with other patrons. The brisket is consistently good, and I always order it moist. The jalapeño cheddar sausage is another favorite, but the baked beans deserve their own mention. They're loaded with bits of shredded pork that add both texture and smoky flavor, making them one of the better barbecue sides around. Rudy's is one of those chains that doesn't feel like a chain. The focus is on the meat, and it shows. It delivers the consistency you'd expect from a larger operation while still feeling like a neighborhood barbecue joint. That's not an easy balance to strike, but Rudy's pulls it off.

There's a fine line between "I want to share this place with everyone because they deserve the…read moretraffic" vs "I want to keep this place a secret so I can eat here everyday First the service, seriously the nicest staff of any restaurant I've ever been to. The food ordered was super nice and patient for us first timers, the back end chefs were all the sweetest, and JL himself even came over and made sure everything was okay. Hospitality at its finest. Location wise it was a little out of the way, and we went at night so it was a little on the "where do I go" side of things, but once we found our way, it was a gold mine from there. We got the Heavy Hitter platter. 5 meats, 3 sides, feeds 2-3 (yeah right). We were stuffed full of bbq and had plenty to take home with us. The brisket had that bark you desire on a home smoker, the hot links and smoked sausage were fantastic, and the chicken was the juiciest smoked chicken I've ever had. Couple that with huge portions of Mac and Cheese, green beans/potatoes, and BBq Beans, and it's safe to say I slept the minute I got home. Straight up if you're looking for a BBQ place that is no frills, good food, amazing people. You come here and you don't think twice about it. 1000% will be back

Very nice small cozy place with very pleasant and friendly service…read more I couldn't help myself, had to try lots... Meats: Brisket - very tender and flavorful. Excellent bark, the kind that only comes with being very patient Pulled pork - even more tender than the brisket, good smoke flavor throughout Pork belly - I'll just say the texture was "interesting," somewhere between fried and smoked. Has a bark on it like smoked, but edges/sides are hard/crispy...maybe just old Sausage and hot link - I couldn't see any difference between them, neither inside nor out. Same color, same spices, same flavor Ribs - absolute highlight of the entire meal. These ribs have bark on them!! Fall off the bone tender, but keeps their shape nicely. Sides: Potato salad - flavorful and not at all mushy Mac and cheese - very creamy, pasta is on the softer side