Made a great choice when we hit up Brisky's! We came late in the day, and unfortunately they were…read moreout of brisket. Must be as good as reviews said for them to run out. Pulled pork was a solid substitute to the brisket. Fries were awesome, and corn nuggets delicious. Mac n cheese had a little kick, not bad, just different. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Solid recommendation.

UPDATE: all you need to do is look at their nasty reply that is a fabricated LIE to understand what…read moreI mean by poor management and you can add rude. Firstly, I would like to point out that when a review is posted is not the same as when the visit was. Secondly, a woman FROM YOUR BUSINESS came to MY car and personally told me that the restaurant was closed for renovations. And she did the same to at least 2 more cars of people. AND I asked here why the hours were NOT updated on google and she replied "Well we posted the hours somewhere." And no, this what not on a Sunday. We checked the hours before planning our trip and you were supposedly going to be open but your hours were not updated to reflect any renovations. You are a rude bold face liar making up things that plainly didn't happen. Here's how I can prove you're a liar: how would I know that you were closed for renovations supposedly before they started as you claim if I'm from out of town and came on a day that you're always closed as you claim before they ever started? I couldn't. I would have had to be there during the renovations as I was. And I was told by a woman on your staff! Talk to your staff maybe before you get so nasty. ORIGINAL: Tried to go to this place on vacation. It was closed for renovations and only found out after pulling into the parking lot. What vacation destination closes for renovations during vacation season anyway? They did NOT update their google hours nor did they put it on their sign at the restaurant. While I tried to find an alternative place for lunch after having my plans ruined, several other cars showed up like myself to the restaurant to be told by someone that they were closed as no one knew. My family planned a trip to this location just to try this restaurant. (Over a 3 hour drive). They should have updated their hours or at least put it on their sign. Poor management. Never even apologized for the major inconvenience. I already posted this review once and the owner or manager had it taken down because they didn't like my truthful post about their poorly ran restaurant. I consider that very disrespectful and misleading to everyone out here seeking honest reviews. If you want better reviews then be better. Don't doctor the stats!

Good stuff. I liked it. The ribs were not over smoked where the first bite is great and then done…read moreafter one, not greasy just good eating ribs where you can probe eat that half rack and not bite you back. Beans are fantastic. Slaw can use something... I like slaw but it's missing something. Beef, pork and chicken are well done as well. Mike

So I am adjusting my review of this fast food joint, due to the "owners" snooty, uncalled for and…read moreviolently unhinged response to my review on Google. Wow, I must have really struck a nerve! It's ALWAYS the lackluster places, that don't take constructive criticism very well. You have no idea how much I can smoke, and I will smoke circles around you. How many competitions have you been in again? No need to act all snooty, because your food sucks and you don't know how to carve a tri-tip, nor do you know how to smoke a brisket. And your "professional pitmaster" Can't even smoke a pork butt for pulled pork, but in such a hurry to crank out an inferior product, can only make sliced. What is that, 6 hours on a smoker? Hahaha!!! In my no holds barred review, I actually complimented you on MULTIPLE facets. And since you want to act the way that you're acting and throw a fit because you're serving an inferior product and bragging about speed over quality, I'm going to knock you down to one star! How do you like that? REAL pitmasters smoke brisket (AND PULLED pork) And the last I checked, it's not on YOUR menu. ::shrug:: Your food actually sucks, and I was trying to be positive and give you guys a higher rating, by someone who actually KNOWS BBQ, but since you went and did what you did, I'll just come out & say it! "One" rack of ribs XD. My ribs are Johnny Trigg style, and take 6 hours from beginning to end with another 12 going into prep, and I can smoke WAY more than one rack at a time, dummy. Do you even know what kind of smoker I have? Did you bother to look? Ditch the attitude. Because the only thing you're really got going on for you right now, is that you don't use a pellet oven. How about this, I'll come back through, and take over your operation for a week, free of charge, and show you how it's REALLY done, and get your ratings up a little bit higher, and make sure that not just the locals are leaving your reviews? We'll see who the amateur is then. You have no idea what I've smoked in my life, or the smokers that I've used. You also have zero idea about my culinary past. Rage emotion much? Yeah, that's a telltale sign of insecurity. How about this, I'll bring an offset reverse flow trailer smoker, park it in Circle k, and take all of your business while you're in a scurry "wrapping" your "87 pounds of beef" or whatever it is to a demographic that doesn't know true barbecue, But are just happy to have something other than Mexican and Cuban food. You probably serve "Award winning 'fall of the bone' ribs", which in a competition, you would be disqualified for. Because all you got to do is steam those puppies and then throw them in your traeger (sp?) and slap on your pungent, lame, whack sauce that you emphatically offer, to cover up the inferiority of your barbecue. You should have kept your mouth shut. I compliment you, and you take a dump on me? Y'all better hope a REAL smokehouse doesn't open up in your demographic, because you'll go belly up. As a matter of fact, I've actually been looking for a new location for a new restaurant. Hmmmm.... Yeah... Smokin "D's" is RIGHT HAHAHAHA! Smokin D's, and takin L's! ***DISCLAIMER*** This pure, uncut, honest review is federally protected under Federal Law by way of Bill #EO14149. Removal or alteration of this review by Yelp and/or their affiliates without Expressed consent by it's author is strictly prohibited by FEDERAL law. VIolators will be prosecuted, and litigation imminent.

Food was okay service ok. They are friendly but in a northern way. IMO it's a little pricey…read moreespecially for what you get. (Serving size) Really no ambiance it's a walk up order kinda place. You can sit outside, they have a couple of tables.

Just happened to stop in one day and got a barbecue sandwich,…read moreBut after work I had to go back and I got four more and took them home If you want great barbecue, give this a try We love it, and just might run into you there!!

so glad to have finally stopped by as this place is always packed! We had to wait 40 minutes as it…read morewas peak lunch rush but they have a to-go order section which should be much quicker. Simple interior with fun bbq/pig decor but the food is where they shine. My family ordered a variety of items: brisket, ribs, datil sausage, jalapeño sausage, captain's mike special, datil baked beans, datil slaw, coleslaw, mac&cheese, datil corn. Everyone was super impressed with their order - everything was very flavorful and tender. I enjoyed the spice that datil added to the dishes. I highly recommend the brisket and captain Mike's special. This will now be my go-to bbq spot when in town.

Up date March 2006. Woodpecker's is still fantastic!…read moreNice BBQ joint atmosphere, great service, and supreme barbecue. Prices are good. My family, the six of us, most who live very close, my wife and I, visiting from CA, made our usual visit to Woodpecker's during an "around Florida" vacation. We visited many spots of my youth between Jax & St. Petersburg while dining at old favorites and several BBQ joints along the way. Without a doubt, Woodpecker's Backyard Barbecue was the best by far. The last time we were there, the turkey stole a show as it was the best turkey I have ever eaten in a barbecue restaurant. This time the brisket was the number one meat, equalling or bypassing any I have had anywhere, even in the many Texas joints we have tried. It was right up there with Franklin's and other top Texas offerings. All of their meats were extremely good. Their sides are very interesting as well as good tasting utilizing a lot of dátil pepper to flavor several and add a little bite of spice. My only wish is that it was closer than the 2547 miles away that it is. If you are anywhere near woodpecker's backyard, barbecue, go. Go. Go. You will not regret it.

The gentleman in the food truck was so nice and answered any questions that we had!…read moreI enjoyed the fresh catch St Augustine Tacos; the fish was cooked perfectly, and the rosemary fries were incredible! We also had the Datil Philly which was the perfect amount of zest and flavor. We will absolutely be back!

The food was amazing!! I had the shrimp and my husband had tacos with jerk chicken. We both had the…read morerosemary garlic fries (which had whole cloves of garlic that had been fried with the fries! Amazing!). Everything was delicious. The fries were fresh cut. The food options were great! We will definitely be back when we are in the area.

Had never been to Weenie Panini until they showed up in the neighborhood. But, after taking a look…read moreat there meal I had to give them a try. I wasn't sure what to get at first. I was thinking a hot dog and after looking at the menu know that would have to be it. Their hot dogs were very different from anything I had seen before. I went with the On the Border Dog since it was at the top of the list and seemed the most original. The On the Border Dog comes with Mexican Street Corn, Chorizo, cheese, cilantro, and Chipotle Mayo. How could I say no to that. For my side I had to go premium and went with the Chili Cheese Fries because when times get tough carbs are you friends. This dog was HUUGGEE and so filling. Everything on it really complemented each other. Who knew corn on a hot dog could be so good. I will say it does help that I'm a huge fan Mexican Street Corn as well. The Chili Cheese Fries came as a huge serving as well. Plenty for 2 to split. They could have used a little bit more toppings on them in my opinion since I did get a hand full of fries that didn't get any toppings, and I will admit I am a monster in that way. (Bury my fries). But hey very good food truck and would 100% come back. They really do offer something different that really works.

I got the Philly Boy with Balsamic Fries and my husband got the Weenie Panini with Parmesan Fries…read more Oh my gosh, it was amazing!! The bread is perfectly toasted with a sweet twist. The steak was so tender and the sandwich had so much flavor. While I only finished half of my sandwich because it was so much food, I somehow found it in myself to eat all my fries haha. My husband finished his whole sandwich AND fries. We will definitely be following the yummy Food Truck around!!

YOU WILL NOT FIND A BETTER CATERER - THANK YOU RUSS AND VIV…read more I spent months researching and taste testing for my wedding catering. My husband and I are HUGE foodies / home cooks, so the bar was very high. We had 2 objectives: 1/ truly good food (not the standard bland wedding plate) and 2/ something a little unusual or with a wow factor. Coming from a Texan family, we landed on BBQ but nothing had that "wow" factor... Then I found Smokey Jones and OH MY GOSH. Smokey Jones is not your average BBQ. They are craft BBQ (fire wood only) and have pop ups with a unique rotating menu. Most important of all, this isn't a business but a passion and a labor of love. Russ and Viv put their heart and soul into their food and you will not find a caterer who cares more. Honestly the food was so good that these two kind of stole our thunder on the big day - people were talking more about the food than about us! Every family member came over to say congrats and ask where we found Smokey Jones. Not only was this the best wedding catering anyone at the party has ever had but people said it was some of the best BBQ they've ever had (including the Texan BBQ aficionados). Lastly, I would be remiss if I didn't say thank you for going above and beyond to make not only incredible food but a beautiful set up. I really wanted an elevated look for my boho chic wedding and Russ and Viv went the extra mile to research my wedding theme / colors and decorate the buffet table scape accordingly. They set everything up beautifully and seamlessly and from the moment we hired them all my catering stress went away. Thank you guys for being so amazing - I can't wait to be your first customer when you open a brick and mortar location!

Smokey Jones is the business! Super fresh, super tasty BBQ right out the smoker. Some of the best…read morebrisket I've had around L.A. Don't sleep on the housemade pickles or the bundt cake either. Great food, great service and Russ and Viv the owners are great people too.

Hazel's Hot Dogs is one of those places that's always worth the wait, even when the line looks…read moreendless. The staff is incredibly friendly, efficient, and somehow always manages to greet you with a smile, even during the busiest lunch rush. The prices are also refreshingly affordable these days, which makes it even easier to keep coming back. The only real drawback is the parking situation. Being right off US 1, it can get a little hectic, but if you're patient, it's easy enough to find a spot on one of the nearby side streets. My go-to order is the 2 Dogs, Fries, and a Drink combo. I usually go with a Datil Dog (that spicy datil mustard is a must!) or Spicy Dog paired with a Chicago Dog, and it's never let me down. And whatever you do, don't skip the hand-cut fries. They're perfectly crisp, absolutely delicious, and you'll wish you'd ordered an extra serving because sharing won't be an option. Hazel's is one of St. Augustine's best-kept culinary gems, especially considering how few truly great hot dog stands there are in Northeast Florida. It's no surprise that Southern Living recognized Hazel's as serving one of the South's Best Hot Dogs. Grab a seat at one of the picnic tables and soak up the classic roadside hot dog stand vibe.

The food there is great. The fries are out of this world!!! Just try them and then you'll believe:-)read more