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| - We ate here a week or two ago and were not disappointed at all. Great barbecue, ok sides, incredible people, and overall a great vibe.
Before I get into it though, let me preface this with Barbecue is a passion of mine and I eat at some of the top barbecue spots in the country while traveling for work.
I ordered all their meats. The biggest stand out that was hands down the best, was their ribs. Probably the best ribs I've had in Cleveland. Falls off the bone, great smoke flavor. Just wow. Spot on. Up there with one of my favorite spots in St. Louis called Bogarts.
Their brisket was good too, but a little on the dryer side with not as much of the fatty part as I'd enjoy. Next time I'll request a fattier cut. Still good though. More my bad for not asking.
The sausage was another favorite part of my meal. Smoked just right. Spot on. My fiance couldn't get enough of it.
The sides were good. The potato side is more on the mustard side, so if that's your thing you'll be happy with it. I know I was. The barbecue beans were good too. Not the best I've had though. Good flavor, not too sweet. Just lacking the wow factor.
The sauces were good too. A spicier one and a smokey one were available for the slathering. I always recommend trying the meat first without it so you can see how well it's smoked before dousing it. And don't overdo it or you lose out on all the amazing time and energy that went into the meat in the first place. It should compliment the meat, not overpower it. (sorry, I'm done preaching.)
Price was about what you'd expect from a good barbecue joint.
Last but certainly not least, the owners and staff were all amazing people. Super friendly, made you smile just talking to them. You just felt welcomed here. There wasn't a hint of barbecue snobbery to be found in the place. They made a mistake on something and were very accommodating to make it right. It is them and the ribs that have solidified this as my goto rib spot in Cleveland at the moment.
I'll certainly be back. You should too.
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