If you live in Scottsdale or North Phoenix, it's a really long drive. There are many bbq places closer and almost as good. However that's not to say it's not worth it. But it's not ay yay yay.
We had 5 meats and 3 sides and most were good to very good.
Food rundown:
Ribs meaty and exceptional. Nice bark and a little tug
Pulled pork puts Naked bbq to shame. Moist and not dry.
Brisket just good.Not much bark and fatty but not in a great way
Bologna was just a hunk of meat slightly charred.
Smoked sausage was a glorified hot dog.
Sides good slaw, beans were terrific and the potato salad tasteless.
Summarizing if you order the Ribs and pulled pork beans and cole slaw, you will be very happy. The peach cobbler looked great but too filled to indulge.
Prices are very reasonable and the people working were efficient.
But JL Smokehouse ain't no Little Miss Q.