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| - It is likely that any of the poor reviews they have gotten, occurred long before they tweaked it into the experience I just had, or they just had an off day. And believe me I don't let anyone get away with mediocrity in my reviews and I'm somewhat of a culinary snob. It also may be that so many places in Vegas are really bad and that I've become so accustomed to this, that when someone does something decent, it seems better than it really is. However I do believe that Buzz BBQ is definitely on the right track and doing it very, very well.
This is everything one should expect from a BBQ restaurant! Meats that involve flavor steps, such as brining, marinades, spice rubs and most importantly low, slow and smoky cooking with wood and or coal. Side dishes that compliment the richness of authentic BBQ, opposed to going to war with it. These people obviously have a passion for and take pride in what they are doing. There are quite a number of places in Las Vegas that fall so short of this it's appalling. As I mention in most of my reviews, baking & or boiling meat and then putting BBQ sauce on it does not make it BBQ and anyone who does this has no business calling it such. What these guys do is fantastic. Brisket that's sliced thick, but still tender enough to cut with a fork. Ribs that are brined, flavorful and extremely tender that come close to, but do not actually fall off the bone (this is not easily achieved by most people). Chicken that even has breast meat that retains juiciness as the result of brining and not overcooking. Meat with a notable "smoke ring" resulting in true BBQ flavor which tells you that the people making this food, actually know what it is that defines the style. Beans, Rice, Macaroni and potato salad etc. some of which they might actually prepare, instead of opening a can, putting it in a container and charging you for doing that. Thank you Buzz BBQ for contributing to the positive side of the normally uninspired void of local food culture. Thank you for creating an experience for people, that will leave them well educated and with a proper understanding of what BBQ is, instead of robbing them of it. I should also mention, great location, great environment, friendly, knowledgeable staff, fast service and the story goes on. Three Thumbs Up!!
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