| rev:text
| - YELPERS! Take note ~ you have GOT to try this place (and then probably come in every other week!) - big fan already, of this unique place in Verdun
Atmosphere: The Blackstrap place that specializes smoked barbecue (very slow cooked) meats. Dilan, the owner / chef, spent the summer of 2012 competing in BBQ competitions (these sort of things exist?) all over the U.S., even wining acclaim for his Brisket receipt. The seating is basic and the place is set up with a distinct rustic feel to it.
Service: Partly help-yourself (i.e. you must pick up your food at a counter) partly waiter service (you can ask the staff if you have requests). I found the people there downright loveable, and very very accommodating and approachable. You'll love coming here for the crowd too ~ youngish and usually in groups, the place fills up quite a bit at dinner time.
Food: Top (top) marks. Unlike the run of the mill BBQ places around the city (think Baton Rouge, St. Hubert, & Scores) Blackstrap smoke BBQs their meat slowly, giving the meats (Pork, Beef, Chicken, and Turkey) a dry (non-greasy) hickory flavour. Absolutely the best BBQ, to be had. Made as a plate or in a sandwich, the menu items are too the point, and made to satisfy (I'm a big fan of uncomplicated menus). Blackstrap makes their own BBQ sauces (sweet or spicy) for those who like a little moisture on their meal, and offers a set of side dishes (fries, bbq beans, deep-fried mac'n cheese balls, coleslaw salad). Prices for all this deliciousness (and generous amounts) is beyond reasonable, it's a downright bargain.
A must visit place ~ thank me later!
|