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| - It is unfortunate but it still difficult if not impossible to find even decent BBQ in Ohio. I've spent a lot of time in Texas, much of it eating BBQ, and can tell you that The Proper Pig isn't worth your time or money.
The brisket was simply awful. First, there was no smoke flavor to the food at all, and the brisket was served in nearly inch-thick slices (should normally be 1/8th of an inch). This is done to mask the fact that the BBQ has been insanely overcooked. The bark had no real flavor to it at all, as if there was no rub used, or a very bad rub had been used. You would get a better result throwing a brisket in your oven.
The turkey was a similar story - no smoke flavor at all, incredibly bland.
When it comes to the sides, the potato salad was the most bland I've ever had. The cole slaw was the highlight of the meal, and it was simply OK.
I suppose it is possible that the pork (shoulder, or ribs) is much better than the turkey or brisket, but if you're going to call yourself a "Texas BBQ" restaurant, the brisket should be your #1 meat.
My wife and I threw away 80% of the food we purchased, it was that bad. I've NEVER done that at a restaurant in my life.
I guarantee that the positive reviews are coming from people who've never had real BBQ.
Please do yourself a favor - visit Texas, and stop by one of the many BBQ joints in the state, and avoid The Proper Pig.
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