I take my BBQ seriously, and JB's did not disappoint. My husband and I had shared the rib tips, turnip and collard greens and the spicy red beans and rice. That last dish was authentic, which meant it had too much heat for me, but my husband loved it!
JB was a very gracious host, giving us samples as we perused the menu before we ordered. He brought out tasters of the greens, which usually I would avoid, but they were delicious. Another free sample was the okra, and here's a shocker, his okra was FANTASTIC! Not gelatinous in the least, but cooked perfectly in olive oil and seasoned well, a nice bite to the teeth, not soggy-- JB made a convert out of me with regards to okra. JB also had us try the sweet potatoes, which were cooked perfectly, but a bit too sweet for me, and the red beans and rice. The man knows how to sell his food!
The rib tips were to die for, nicely meaty and a great tasting sauce on them.
JB sat and chatted with us for a few minutes, as he did with every customer who came in. We were there mid-afternoon, long after the lunch rush, yet a constant stream of customers came in for food.
This place isn't easy to find. It's tucked into a corner of a tiny, two-store front strip mall, next to a 7-11, but it's worth looking around to find it.
I'd give JB's five stars, but we did have a wait for our food. I know, I know...good food takes awhile, but I was hungry and needed to nosh then! There is really interesting artwork on the walls. Take a minute and look. Definite conversation starters there.
Next time I will explore the ribs, or the alligator, or the frog legs... We will definitely be back!