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    Twisted Pit BBQ

    4.4 (89 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Pulled pork, turkey, pineapple cucumber coleslaw, beans, mac n cheese, and banana pudding.
    Jennifer K.

    The decor is on point, backyard bbq, with patio tables. As you walk in, you are greeted and given a menu. Follow the wall to line up to order your pint or quart of sides and then choose meat. Think cafeteria style. As a family of four, we ordered pint of cucumber coleslaw (unique twist and delish!), pint of beans, quart of Mac n cheese (gooey), pulled pork, and turkey. I really enjoyed the coleslaw and the pork. My son really liked the turkey. We pretty much finished everything except the Mac n cheese. The only thing i didn't like was the banana pudding. It was too runny. Bonus, kids get free slushies.

    Brisket and street corn
    Lori D.

    We decided to try the new twisted pit bbq place and it was a delightful first time experience. The inside is very family friendly and lots to look at. At the time we went you walked through the order line and chose what you wanted. Then you paid and everyone was very helpful getting your drink and such. Once the food was ready they brought it to our table. Everything had a great flavor and was freshly prepared and served! It's a fun place to eat at!

    chicken sliders (happy hour)
    Crystal B.

    first off, we walked in and were warmly greeted by our friendly bartender who made us feel right at home. I ordered the ranch water which i opted to have their spicy version, as well as the wings and chicken sliders on happy hour. they have all different types of bbq sauces which were all amazing, and our wings were crispy and amazing! can't wait to go back for more!

    Smoke spare ribs, sausage, blueberry cobbler,twisted street corn, banana pudding
    Kelly G.

    I tried this place with my husband for the first time. The service was great they explained us their dishes and let us try sample before purchasing it. The inside felt like I was having a nice picnic inside , which was nice since it was hot outside. The sausage was really good also the ribs. I wasn't so crazy with the blueberry cobbler but at least I gave it try. I would come back with friends here .

    Amazing bbq
    Samira D.

    Finally, authentic BBQ in Florida! We have tried BBQ from all over. Having lived in Texas, finding good BBQ is hard, and this place understood the assignment. Customer service was amazing, and Kyle was amazing. He had great recommendations and such a pleasant personality. Ambiance is really chill, it feels like you are at a backyard BBQ! Highly recommend.. If you like real BBQ

    Carl L.

    We had dinner here yesterday after work. The first thing is the atmosphere for a BBQ restaurant was comfortable and fit the bill. The prices were normal for Sarasota. The staff was very helpful and I think that is a good idea so new patrons understand the system of ordering etc. We ordered brisket, brisket sandwich, pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, Mac and cheese, potato salad, and the cookie. The brisket was good and a large enough portion, the pork sandwich with some of those delicious pickles and onions they put on the side was very good, the potato salad was decent, the coleslaw was great, the Mac and cheese was tasty (thank you for not overcooking the pasta), and the cookie was delicious. Overall the food was good. The variety of sauces on table added some goodness to the entrees. I don't eat BBQ every day but I've eaten my share over the years, and that being said I might make this my go to for now. Appetizers 8.5 Entree 8.0 Dessert 9.0 Table sauces 9.0 Service 9.0 Atmosphere 9.0

    BBQ sauce options- original, sweet, spicy, Alabama style and Mustard base
    Jennifer M.

    We needed this in LWR! We sat outside on a beautiful night and the food was all fantastic! Service was great too! You order through a select your meats and sides assembly line and pay at the end of the line. The brisket was moist and flavorful and my turkey was the best smoked turkey I've had! Hubby had potato salad and Mac- n- cheese sides. He loved it all! I had Green beans and Turkey and I loved it! My only request would be for them to install a fountain soda machine because they only sell can soda. Obviously that's won't stop us from coming back. Delicious!

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    Great BBQ and amazing service. Will visit again when in the area. Cute little BBQ joint!

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    Smoked turkey was ok but the sandwich fell apart the rib I tasted was Smokey but that was only flavor note. Bartender sort of ignored us.

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