I've been coming to Lucille's for many years now. I've always considered them the best when it came to BBQ, especially baby back ribs. The atmosphere is really great, it has a southern down home feel.
However, overtime, the prices keep creeping up. I understand inflation, I understand prices increase, but right now Lucille's has reached the level of "fine dining".
The final straw was when I came in today and noticed the "rib appetizer" was removed from the menu. The rib appetizer was the last option to have an affordable meal. The appetizer was a half rack of ribs for $15.99. Get that, add a side and your are just above $20 (excluding drink). However they got wise to that option and your only option now is to get the half rack meal at $23.99.
Lunch for me today cost $60 (that included tip). This was ONE person mind you! Again I'm not a cheapskate. But this place is not one you could visit often, only special occasions.
So I had to go two stars just because of value. I understand that BBQ isn't the cheapest to produce, but at this price I'd rather go to a steakhouse. BBQ should be something friends and family can enjoy often. For now I'm off to find another BBQ place to frequent, or just bust out my smoker and do it myself.