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| - I went to this place right before going to a high school football game. I have been looking for some good BBQ in the surrounding area for quite some time. Since I compare everything to the best BBQ from Kansas City, I was really optimistic about this restaurant because they are a member of the Kansas City BBQ Association. #1 star just for that.
As soon as I pull up to the little strip mall and exit my car, all I can smell is the appropriate wood smoke smell of a pit master that understands the trade. #2 star for that.
Entering the restaurant gives you even more of that fabulous aroma. The service was quick, friendly, and offered great suggestions. Brought our drinks right away and then proceeded to tell us about the items on the menu. I ordered the two meat (brisket and pulled pork) 2 side (Mac and cheese and cowboy beans) combo. I also got 1/2 pound of the brats to share. Everything came out beautifully prepared and presented. #3 star for that.
The Mac and cheese was out of this world. It was so creamy and had a few nice crunchy pieces of crust that gave it enough chew. Amazing. The cowboy beans were fantastic. They were really like eating a bowl of chili. They had bits of brisket and pulled pork chopped up in them with celery and onions. Sides = spot on. #4 star here.
The meats. No comment necessary. They had the right flavor, tenderness, juiciness, and were served dry. You add the sauce you want. Perfectly cooked meat just like Kansas City. The brats on the side were a little too much to eat, but they were a nice snack on the way home from the game. #5 star for the meats.
I once posted on Facebook, "In a town of about 2.5 million people, why can't we get good BBQ? I wish Kansas City Joe would come out here and open a restaurant." This place isn't Kansas City Joe's. However, it is far and away the best BBQ in the Las Vegas area and comes closest to Joe's. You have to check this place out.
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