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We stopped in here one night after passing it every time we walked to the Epicentre from our First Ward apartment. We were a little worried about the price, but sat down anyway and ordered a burger and brisket. My wife's burger was good, a decent portion and filling, but nothing to write home about.
My brisket was bad. As mentioned in other reviews, it tasted like reheated or microwaved frozen meat. Without the sauce, it would've been inedible. Really disappointing. After a beer apiece, an appetizer, a burger, brisket, and tip, our bill was $50! It made sense after checking the itemized bill, but after the quality of food we had eaten, it just felt wrong.
The only thing saving this review from 1-2 star land was the Mac and Cheese. I've had Mac and Cheese as a side at all other BBQ places we've been to in town, but this was the best. We might find ourselves back at City Smoke simply because of the convenient location, but if we do, I won't get BBQ... I'll just get the Mac. Plenty of good BBQ places in Charlotte, too bad this isn't one of them.
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