All I have to say is WOW! Seriously, I was in the area for…read morework, so I got out my Yelp app and Butcher Bobs came up. I was NOT DISAPPOINTED. One of the best BBQ places in all of PA. I ordered a half rack of ribs, side of mac and cornbread. OMG. The ribs were tender, with an amazing dry rub and BBQ on the side. They were a nice size with a great smoke flavor. Speaking of smoke, next time I go, I'm getting the bucket of mac. Creamy, smokey, spoons full of comfort. Finally the cornbread. Probably one of the best cornbreads I've ever had; it is more in line with a pound cake. I could eat an entire loaf. Smooth and sweet. I got my order to go. Great customer service!

I've been here.... back in 2021/2022. I was driving up to Wilkes for WHATEVER reason and it was…read moreearly April. I recognize the inside, the deck and the smoker outside. I was on 309 North and passed it (it was on the left hand side). So, I pull a u-ey (is that how one abbreviates U turn). I was excited because I saw the smoker outside with a ton of smoke coming out of the chimney. I go in, order a full rack of ribs (why not? There was that smoker outside pumping out smoke). I was SO disappointed by how hard the ribs were. They were not tender AT ALL. Maybe I just got a bad batch, but I definitely have had WAY better ribs. I would not recommend this place. Update: owner responded with sincere intentions. I WILL give these guys a second try. I'll post the results afterwards.

The food is really good, but they have gotten cheap with ingredients for the "Hot Mess". The prices…read moreare steep. The customer service is terrible. Don't bother calling in an order. The owner is kind of obnoxious on the phone. The outdoor dining is pleasant enough. If you have time and money to burn I highly recommend this place. The Hot Mess is amazing.

What a great entrance! The owner greeted all of us and told…read more us that the food is home made! Wow! The Brisket was amazing. Bake beans were great. The kids loved the smoked chicken and Mac and cheese, So we're the fries. We especially loved the Brussels How could I forget corn bread! OMG! The best!

I have been going to Big Creek since they opened. I have next been disappointed in the food. The…read morestaff is always friendly and the Owner Dan is a great guy with a funny sense of humor. He has added iconic tables by creek to sit and eat there. I fully recommend this place if you're a big fan of BBQ!

Prices are insane for mid BBq. A food truck, with no big over head should not be charging $15 for a…read moremid quality sandwich. "Loaded" fries also the same price, come in a small container and it was just cheese and pulled chicken. Beef brisket was chewy and felt like it was reheated multiple times. Not worth it

Delicious food always hot and great service clean and theirs a shop next door with fresh and jars…read moreof food

The restaurant was recommended and it didn't disappoint it was great BBQ at a great priceread more

This new location on Lake Winola served up the best bbq this diner has ever had! Let's start with…read moremy favorite dish, which I did not expect...the stew. Dear, Baby Jesus. Boasting rich and comforting flavors, this concoction was an amalgam of deliciously smoked meat and veggies swimming in a pool of a savory tomato and herb broth. The next favorite, and honestly the best I've ever had - the ribs. Fall-off-the-bone, moist, saucy and full, these delightful slices of heaven sung of flavor. Before I go on sounding like I ate a meal for a village, we were treated to a lovely sampling. The meatloaf, paired with the potato salad, would be the hit of any party. Finally, and I don't know how the chef did this, but the smoked tuna was so rich and different, it reminded me of eating a fresh and expensive crab cake. Note to all who are looking for some epic bbq: check the updates for availability. It's no shock, but this locale sells out of items quickly in its TH-S run. An experience I will never forget. Thanks to the owner/chef for a fantastic dining delight!

I have been dying to try this place out! My son volunteered to be my chauffeur & it was so good!…read moreThey were out of brisket and potato salad, but I'm pretty sure the customer ahead of me bought it all out. I got the chicken, pulled pork, coleslaw, and cornbread. Everything was excellent! The portion size was huge. Glad I asked for it in a to go container because I only ate 1/4 of it & I was stuffed!! My son didn't order because he's not a big bbq eater so the owner brought out a sample of their signature New Brunswick stew. The boy doesn't eat soup either so I had to eat that too!! Lol - I'm not sorry! We got to listen to some R&B that was playing softly in the background. Soothing and not loud enough that you couldn't have a normal conversation. The dining area was clean and tidy. Loved it!

Atomic Hog is PHENOMENAL…read more I have never had brisket this stellar. The tenderness, the flavor, and the amount of meat is truly incredible. So perfectly seasoned is the meat that I never use any sauces or condiments. I usually get the collared greens as a side. Once again, it's a large portion, well seasoned and perfectly complementary to their amazing meats. Additionally, the Atomic Hog staff is friendly and capable. Atomic Hog is highly recommended and like many in the area, we hope they find a permanent brick and mortar home!

Seasonally, South Mall (South Allentown, PA area) has a Food Truck event in the front parking lot,…read moreon Thursdays. Food trucks of all kinds. Tonight we tried Atomic Hog BBQ. They don't have a truck, but have a small tented area where they display the menu, take orders and pay (credit cards accepted). Then next to it is a large wide smoker and a table where you hand over the receipt and collect your order. They offer pulled pork, brisket, ribs, chicken, roasted hog and sides (baked beans, mac & cheese, coleslaw, cornbread, etc). They use their own special dry rub, so this BBQ is not dripping wet. They do have several BBQ sauces to add to your food. The baked beans had a pleasant kick to them. I do think they should use a nice brioche roll instead of the average burger roll. I've had a lot of different BBQ from various states in the country and this was better than average. About an 8 out of 10. I was glad to see no fatty pieces in my pulled pork, but my husband found one in his brisket. That's just a matter of making sure prep is perfect. At South Mall, there are no chairs and tables to dine. So bring your own portable ones and dine near your car or take it home. The entire area is blocked and all the trucks/tents face the center of the large rectangular area. Worth checking out.

Delicious meal at the Powerhouse with my fiance and a friend, to the tune of cocktails, apps,…read moredinner and dessert. The restaurant was staged beautifully and decorated for a between-the-holidays meal, and even though it was packed there was only a low undertone of voices from the surrounding tables. Our waiter was fantastic and gave honest, informed suggestions that showed great menu knowledge. The cocktails were creative, well-balanced and refreshing; we tried the pomegranate cosmo, winter maple old fashioned, mistletoe mule, holiday margarita, and butterscotch espresso martini. The whipped ricotta and poached pear crostini really stood out and was an incredible way to begin the meal, but don't sleep on the bacon wrapped scallops. I could have eaten a bowl of that sweet corn puree and even though it's a party favorite, the smokey/sweet bacon/scallop combo was even more crisp/tender than most their kind. For entrees, we rattled off some Chilean sea bass (w/ citrus beurre Blanc), linguine and clams, and spicy chicken pappardelle, finishing with a few lunges at their Classic House Made, original 1989 recipe, Peanut Butter Pie. Normally my fiance and I split our entrees; unfortunately, I couldn't come up from the Sea Bass long enough to even offer her a bite. It was really a wonderful sauce, and a perfect amount to swirl around in the risotto. I was able to score the remainder of the clam linguine as leftovers, and even heated up in the microwave two days later it still qualified as a top three clam linguine dish I've ever had; buttery, lemony, garlicky goodness.

Service 10 of 10. Food 10 of 10. It was a ride but worth it. Go. The risotto was fab and the soups…read morewere perfect. We will ho back.

Excellent barbeque. Who knew that you could get great BBQ in Pennsylvania? This Texan loved it!read more

Excellent, excellent food! I grew up in OK and have lived in TX and Kansas City. I'm very…read moreparticular about BBQ and was a little nervous to try this place. My kids 11, 9, & 6) are tough critics, and THEY loved the food too! The best part is the amount of delicious food you get for the price. Now I'll want to come every time we visit the area! On top of all that, the service was outstanding. The guys working were really helpful and patient, and super friendly. Can't recommend it enough. (Kids loved the smash burger, brisket, mac and cheese, and the chicken thighs. We adults tried the smoked wings, brisket, pulled pork, mac and cheese, baked beans, cole slaw, and seasoned potatoes. Everything was outstanding. Even the rolls and all their sauces, which were really unique and delicious.)

Wow! I was so super impressed. I told them it was my first time and the cashier, cook, and manager…read moreall went out of their way explaining the process, the sauces, and really made me feel welcome. NEVER have I had treatment like this! Amazing and I will be back. The pulled pork had the perfect amount of fat, not too lean, and not too gross. Everything was great. Thank you do much.

1. Outstanding customer service 2. Best Brisket outside of…read moreSt Louis 3. Sides very delicious and good portion 4. Very clean and well maintained bathrooms 5. We inhaled our food and forgot to take photo

Really lovely smoke flavors with the wings and pulled brisket. Sauces really tasty and fun to…read moretry!!! Service great too.

Just order the sampler and thank me later. It is the best bargain in NEPA. Alabama white sauce and…read morebacon jam are amazing. Further, it's a great veteran-owned business. While the food is a bargain and tasty, the people are amazing. Years ago at the Tomato Festival the owner gave my dog water because he looked thirsty. How can you not want to support good people who serve excellent food at a good value.