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| - It's always a good sign when the line is nearly to the door! I visited the Proper Pig with several other Yelpers and had a great experience. What stood out to me the most were the quality of service and the tenderness of the meats.
The Proper Pig has a casual feel that's ideal for a smokehouse: rolls of paper towels and big bottles of BBQ sauce adorn the tables. We sidled up to one of the large tables in the center of the room and were presented with a delicious-looking platter of ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and turkey and several sides including baked beans, coleslaw, and potato salad. The meat was served with white sandwich bread, pickles, and fresh white onions. The menu also includes other options, like sandwiches a bacon on a stick.
All of the meats were succulent and tender, even the turkey. The ribs had a good amount of meat on them and the brisket had a beautiful smoke ring. All of the meats had a peppery rub on them and the sauce that accompanied them was a sweet and tangy Midwestern style. For me the sides were just okay. If I could see any area of improvement, it would be in the sides, but I was more than happy with the smoked selections and those alone would bring me back.
I do have to say that Shane, one of the owners, was an excellent host. Hats off to him for treating us so well and allowing us to sample what the Proper Pig has to offer. His passion for what he does is evident and he truly cares about his customers. I'm looking forward to coming back here the next time I have a hankering for BBQ.
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