I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised. I have frequently commented that the number of good BBQ joints in Phoenix is lacking. This is located in a small shopping area just down from my office and today I decided to stop by with a friend rather than my typical drive past.
We arrived at a great time - just seconds before the long line formed. She ordered the pulled pork sandwich and I went for the same but Tennessee style (that's topped with slaw for y'all from from the south). David B. described the quality of food in relationship to the decor. Another indicator is the level of sloppiness. When I slowly opened the aluminum foil and saw the saucey/cole slaw mess, my expectations increased. The sandwich was of large size and presented a dilema for me and my dining partner (perhaps more for her as she was wearing a nice business suit) - do we dive in and end up wearing half it on our pants and shirt, or should we be civilized and use a knife and fork. Yes, the alternative would require both utensils. Given we had several work hours left in the day, we elected the later. The flavor was excellent. The saucy perfect and the slaw set it off just right.
Two large sandwiches and two medium drinks - just over $13. I was seriously eyeing that piece of sweet potato pie or the brownie...who am I kidding? AND the brownie...but I refrained.
I have to put this spot near the top of my Phoenix BBQ locations. I will definitely come back again.