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 | 	- So this review is written by a Kansan jaded in Phoenix by a lack of Barbecue.  I was on the hunt for a flavorful smoke explosion in my mouth and found myself here.
Firstly the staff:  This one is always a biggie for me.  I opened the door.  The girl at the front counter was very nice, and I asked her what was the best thing on the menu.  Of course, being a place with ribs on it's name, she suggested the ribs.  I did warn her I was a barbecue snob from Kansas.
Definite points for the kindness and helpfulness of the staff.
Secondly the decor: Typical Barbecue, the place was decorated in all the raw wood and other goods one might expect of a place like this.  The place was very clean, and coming from an ex food service person, I take cleanliness very importantly.  The decor brought it to a homy perspective.
So thirdly, and arguably the most important:  The food.  So let be be plain, when I order barbecue I expect it to shine above the sides.  It should have a rich smoky flavor, that is complimented by whatever seasonings and injections they put in the meat.
I ordered their ribs, and as it comes with two sides, ordered the fried okra and cole slaw as well.  It was suggested that the ribs were delicious.
I took it to go, and on getting home, the food was still hot and the okra still crisp.  (The okra was delicious, the breading really did it wonders!)
I cut off a couple ribs and bit into them.  Instantly I felt like I was biting into a bit of pork medallion which had been baked in an oven, then slathered with a bit of sauce.  The lack of smoke ring and flavor made it evident how these ribs were made.  I would be shocked if these ribs ever saw the inside of a smoker.  The meat was not bad, despite being a bit bland, but it definitely was not aces.
And thus this barbecue warrior will continue to search.  It may be convenient, but for my dollar, I expect more of a barbecue joint.
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