The only reason for not giving 5-stars was relatively small portions and only plastic service. I…read moreHATE cheap wimpy plastic forks and knifes!!! This aside, I've been here before and give it high grades across the board. Service is very fast and friendly. I love the open-air bar/dining area---particularly on a great day like today. If I've had better brisket, it might have been once and the only slight issue was the strong black-pepper dominance in the bark, but it's easily offset by the delightful slightly sweet, NC-style mustard-based BBQ sauce. When you have tender and juicy brisket like this, you realize the criminality of 90% of BBQ joints that serve thin uneatable, almost unchewable, beef jerky-like, desiccated meat that is better used for holding up one's pants than adding the the waistline. The KC ribs were dry but sweet, so it was cooked just right so as to absorb the sweet BBQ sauce rather than let it sit on top in a sticky mess All in all perhaps the best overall BBQ joint that I've ever been to --- and I toured the Appalachian trail and tried 8-10 places and nothing touched this place.

This time I planned on coming here because they're open on a Sunday and it's amazing. I wanted to…read moremeet relatives halfway and this was perfect. It did not disappoint! We got ribs, burnt ends, Mac n cheese, baked beans (woo! Spicy!). Not a long wait, nice relaxed atmosphere, crayons for the kids, lots of sauces to choose from. Nice Sunday spot! It's a big restaurant with plenty of seating. Place your order. Choose your spot! Enjoy the best BBQ!

Stopped here for lunch after visiting new Treehouse Brewery in Saratoga. Wow, so glad I did. Tons…read moreof seating and a great menu. I went with the three meat combo of pulled pork, Brisket and turkey. All were amazing. Juicy, moist, good smoke flavor, just absolutely delicious. Sides I went Mac and cheese and baked beans. The mac was decent but the beans were the star of the show. So much flavor. I'm already craving them again. Sauces were really good too. I liked the raspberry chipotle Prices were great. My huge platter could of fed two people for 26 dollars. Staff was really friendly. Will be back!!

I've been to Rollin Smoke several times since it opened its new location and it keeps getting…read morebetter. To explain, the ribs and brisket are still absolutely delicious. They are tender, juicy, and have excellent flavor. In addition, the house made bbq sauce is so good. It's sweet, tangy, and matches perfectly with the meats. Also, the brisket sandwich is phenomenal. The sandwich is loaded with brisket, queso, fried onions, and bbq sauce. With that known, the flavors combine to create a magical taste. Even though I'm still not a big fan of the macaroni and cheese, the fries are an excellent side. They are hot, crispy, and homemade. Everything here is just great. Simply stated, Rollin Smoke is a top notch bbq restaurant and definitely deserves five stars.

Come for the food, stay for the folks…read more Recently moved to Upstate NY and decided I should go on a chicken wing tour of the area. I mean, these people know wings. Running errands in this area and dropped in to try Memphis King's (1st time visit) I always get the same wings (hot buffalo) at each restaurant/bar to keep things fair. Memphis King's wings are smoked, then fried. I've found that you lose a lot of smoke flavor when they're fried to order but these had just the right amount still present. Very tasty. And crispy! (a lot of smoked wings are grilled but, while delicious, it doesn't render enough of the skin to make them crispy and I like crisp!) I've sampled wings from about 30 places (so far) and I would whole heartedly put Memphis King's in my top 10 for sure. Looking forward to trying their other items because their burnt ends look great. As does the house made pastrami *droooool* As for the people, the gal in front of house was wonderful. And the chef (not sure if he was the owner or not) was so nice. Kept checking in on me to see how everything was and kept offering me suggestions and samples. Not pushy, just smart business because I'm 100% gonna go back.

This was great about 3 years ago when we visited, but sadly it has gone down hill since then. I…read morehad pulled pork sandwich and wife had what was supposed to be chopped brisket. They were very large sandwiches, but herd was mire like pot roast that brisket. And the pork was lacking in flavor. The sweet sauce was thin snd mire like a tomato sauce. Cole slaw was OK snd she said the mac and cheese was very good. The prices were very good but the food quality overall was barely 2 stars. We took most if the meat home to the dog.

Dizzy Chicken has the meats! (pause) The food was really really really good here. The combo platter…read moreis enough for multiple people. Nothing was dry, everything had flavor. Between the chicken, brisket and pulled pork there was not a weak link, I wanted them all equally. Real nice to get some great down home food without the pretentiousness that can come with Saratoga. The parking lot is in the back through the narrow driveway to the left of the building, don't park in the lot on the right hand side. Good: -Red cabbage! -Brisket! -Brined Chicken Thighs! -Pulled Pork! Bad: -None

Amazing food! Amazing service! Roomy atmosphere and totally worth the stop if visiting the town! My…read moreboyfriend and I came from Syracuse for the Evanescence concert and wanted to stop for a decent dinner. I got the Dizzy Chicken with Dizzy sauce with the Mac and cheese and collard greens, it was absolutely phenomenal! The chicken was moist and flavorful, Mac and cheese was extremely cheesy but not super heavy on the first bite, the collard greens had a nice kick to add to everything! My boyfriend got the ribs with cornbread and potatoes... the cornbread was moist and a perfect balance of sweet and savory. My boyfriend doesn't like a whole ton of sauce on his ribs but isn't one to say much about altering an order, but he said he had no complaints! The sauce was sweet sauce but they do have other options! Their menu was pretty simple but that was nice after a long day of driving. The service was helpful and comfortable. I would love to stop again!

Nice location .. went here for a late lunch / snack and it was good . there is also a Tesla…read morecharger close by for whoever wants to eat a quick meal as your car is charging . The ambience was different and I liked it a lot . Gave a country feeling and some of the decors inside was awesome ! Beer was nice and cold . They had few beers on tap . Service was good . I just ordered some onion rings and it was average . Was a bit oily but tasted good . Couldn't eat the whole order .. restrooms are clean and good. Price wise it was ok.. 4 stars

Great place for a burger and brisket nachos. Fast and friendly service, love the western aesthetic…read more The picture below is of the Tombstone Burger and it was delicious!

When my husband and I visited this smokehouse, we were on the last day of our Upstate trip. As a…read morebarbecue lover living in the city where it's often expensive and strangely absent from many menus, I simply couldn't leave without getting myself a plate. We ordered a half rack of ribs to split, waiting about 15-minutes for our name to be called (too long for two people frothing at the mouth for it). The ribs came undressed, but you could help yourself to as much sauce as you like at the counter. We tried both the apple and chipotle sauces, preferring the former, which was sweet and smokey. It paired perfectly with the tender, fatty ribs. When I think back on it as I am right now, I salivate. My husband also ordered their brisket sandwich (available only on Sundays), which looked just as appetizing as the ribs. The meat was cooked wonderfully medium rare with a charred exterior and a slightly pink interior. My husband ate that heartily. It was one of our favorite bites of the trip. I'm envious of my past self for enjoying that meal while I sit here now, craving it but unable to have it again.

Another nice addition to Golden Harvest, and a spot I had picked out to try while researching the…read morearea. The photos online looked amazing, but unfortunately, I don't think it lived up to expectations. Being next door to their marketplace, the space has a laid-back vibe--bright, well-lit, and it smells really good. The two people working the front (one taking orders, the other handing out food) were friendly and welcoming, which was a nice touch. We ordered the ribs, brisket, bratwurst, potato salad, mac & cheese, and fries. Of the meats, the brisket was probably the best--good bark, and not dry. The bratwurst was very dry and definitely needed the mustard. The ribs were far too salty, and I wasn't a fan of their peach BBQ sauce. The sides were pretty solid. The mac & cheese was okay, though it could've used a bit more seasoning. The potato salad was solid, and the fries were good. The pickles that came with the entrees were also tasty. All in all, a bit disappointing. When the sides outshine the entrees, it says something.

I have had Divine swine cater 7 pig roasts for 100 to 120…read morePeople. The reason I'm doing 8 next September is because the first 7 were great

Didn't know what to expect when we ordered a whole Pig Roast but he delivered! An awesome…read moreexperience for our first time, complete with lots of tasty pork and delicious fixings. My dads still raving about the pork and coleslaw. The folks loved seeing the whole roast and the variety of flavors. Several people wanted to set up there own event based on our great experience. Thanks to all the crew for being so hospitable and taking care of our guests.

I stopped here for an early dinner on a Tuesday evening. The…read morestaff were very helpful and friendly. I ordered the pulled chicken, baked beans and collard greens. And it came with a piece of cornbread. They were all very good. They also have a pretty extensive selection of beverages. Also, each table has 6 different bbq sauces. I tried all of them and narrowed down my favorites to 2. There's a lot of military-type memorabilia on display. And country music playing in the background, but not too loud. Fairly comfortable. Oh, and the ladies bathroom was spacious and very clean. I recommend this place if you're in the mood for tasty food.

FINALLY A RESPECTABLE BBQ PLACE IN ALBANY NY!…read more I did not try the BBQ, but it looks good. I heard the burger was fantastic. Was more than that. It was magical. Smoked beef burger! Perfect. There is no other burger in the area that matches this. Plus fresh cut fries and big ice tea. Country music playing, and decor was so pleasant I thought for a second I was back in Texas. Service is order when you enter. Everyone was so pleasant when ordering and picking up food. Will be back. Thank you Mission BBQ!

YUM! Delicious food, atmosphere was amazing. Staff was friendly. The half chicken was delicious,…read morepulled chicken was amazing, fries were great! Pulled pork was a hit too! Definitely will come back. Place was hopping but we didn't have to wait, food was really quick to come out too! Only negative which I've seen other reviewers mention ... was the drinks. (I'd suggest ordering your drink in a bottle, or bringing a drink from home...) our drinks tasted really awful. (Soda, water; etc) we narrowed it down that we think it was the ice. I wonder if the ice machine needs a cleaning. Something was not right about it. We ended up ordering bottled root-beers for $4 each because we couldn't drink the water. I won't give it a less rating for this- just something to note. Definitely will come again!

Finally made it out to Ray Brothers for a Friday night dinner and already looking forward to our…read morenext visit. We had a party of 6 and fortunately there was a table out on the patio for us. When it got a little chilly, the staff turned on the heaters which was nice. Service was great and so was the food! I'd recommend pulled chicken with the Carolina Gold Sauce. Happy hour was going on where drinks were 2 for 1 which was also a nice added treat! Everyone I was with was happy with their orders and hopefully we can get back soon!

Tonight was our first time dining with these guys and we enjoyed the whole experience! It was so…read moreenjoyable to see someone as excited as they were to tell us about their menu and what they're doing and wanting to do with the business as they get their bearings. My daughter and I had burgers that melted in your mouth (she even got hers on Texas toast!) my son got a burrito the size of his arm and enjoyed it so much he ordered another, my husband got beef brisket tacos and pulled pork tacos and they FILLED. They were genuinely happy to feed our family, and for all four of us to eat it was only $60! I would tell you about the Mac and cheese but I had to bring it home because I was stuffed. Thank you guys and we will be seeing you again, if my husband and son have their way, it'll be tomorrow! We wish you guys all of the best

Excellent food with great flavor! The service is good and the staff is very friendly. Very clean…read morewith nice decor. I highly recommend bringing your family for some great food and an at home welcoming atmosphere!