The new BBQ joint in Oregon is open and starting to get their feet under them. The ice cream section is great, as is the rehab of the building and patio area.
Our table had the kid's tenders and the brisket "dinner". The tenders got a rave review. After dousing my brisket in hot BBQ sauce, it was pretty good too. The sides of mashed potatoes and Mac and cheese also earned something around a B plus.
The size of the brisket portion was laughable. Two small slices, maybe 4 ounces tops, of cool dry brisket on a piece of white bread for $14.95?!? Guests who order this will be incensed.
Our order came in about 35 minutes. We were the lucky ones, as two other guests stood waiting for orders the entire time we were there. The obligatory "I wanna see the manager!" conversation ensued, and I get the impression that it is a regular occurrence.
There is opportunity to own the BBQ market in Oregon. Some focus on organization, service and the fury- inducing "dinner" portion is necessary to hope to make it.