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| - I'd read so many good things about Burnside Barbecue that I had to try it. It has kind of been the talk of the town. It's located in Acorn Alley, where Pita Pit used to be, and has a really cool bluesy southern feel to it. They did a great job with the space.
I hate having to pick one thing to try, and was so happy they had a 3 meat sampler to choose. It was $13 and you can pick 3 meats. I chose burnt ends, brisket and pulled pork.
The burnt ends were probably the best meat I've ever tasted. They straight up melt in your mouth, but also have a fantastic crust. I could try making meat at home for 200 years and I'd never figure out a way to pack that much flavor into something. When (not if) I come back, I'm ordering these. They are unlike anything my taste buds have come into contact with.
The brisket and pulled pork were both awesome too. I loved the thick crust of the brisket. Neither meat was over-seasoned, which is good because it just takes away from the natural flavors.
I'm usually a big sauce guy. They had 3-4 different states signature sauces to use, and all were good, but the meat is so tasty that I don't think it needs to be drowned in sauce.
I wanted to try the mac and cheese or cornbread, but went with the slightly healthier collared greens, which I liked.
I think they have a good chance of becoming a Kent staple. They also do Sunday brunch and late night sliders if either of those are your jam.
*UPDATE: I liked the burnt ends so much for lunch that I just went back 5 hours later for dinner. And the burnt ends are still really good. I also tried the Mac and cheese + cornbread with jalapeƱo bacon butter (see pic).
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