I have been wanting to go to Big Earl's since the day it opened. I finally got my chance last night and I have to say that I was not disappointed. They have a good selection of BBQ staples and even offer a cheeseburger for those to want to bail out on the southern food experience. I went with two other guys and we all ordered something different so I was able to try 3 things at once. I got the Pulled Pork Sandwich and my friends got the Hot Link and BBQ Chicken. My Pork Sandwich was tender and delicious. The serving size was huge, really big. I like BBQ places that offer a variety of BBQ Sauces, but I also dont want to have to choose between 10 different varities. BBQ sauce should not be like a salsa bar. But variety is good. I found the sweet sauce to be tangy and delicouns. My friends sandwiches were equally well done.
But what I really want to talk about are the sides. I had the most wonderful Cornbread and sweet Molasses sauce I have ever tasted. My friends had collard greens. Now, my friend has never had collard greens and when he ordered it I asked him if he has ever had collard greens or know what they were. He had not. But I was surprised when he got his order he promptly commence to devouring them. I was impressed.
Also a quick word about the drinks. They have a great selection of beer and whiskey. Their $3 Special "The Crow" is a small beer and shot of Old Crow Whiskey. Two kinds, regular of their Cherry infused version.
I need to go back and try their happy hour because it looks like they have some really good deals. I could go on and on about Big Earl's. This review would get long and boring. Suffice to say, there are many many reasons why I will be returning very soon.