tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60787444061516622972024-02-24T00:58:46.160-08:00The Georgia Barbecue HuntFollow me on the hunt for some of the best barbecue that Georgia has to offer.Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-66684092076614943762013-07-28T09:44:00.000-07:002013-07-28T09:45:25.492-07:00Righteous Que (Marietta, GA)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSnv7dWsw0Vxn2Awe6m-PL7AkDCgMjN17NcvnK9860Q93OIreGNeYP8831jO40x6Q67Sat-dIkUOv-SyVxIbtpCqc0nLh1YlK61COmmpUThKGDKCervGYIS1GphhsSUyQPaWeCxEIvLKI/s1600/IMG_2065.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSnv7dWsw0Vxn2Awe6m-PL7AkDCgMjN17NcvnK9860Q93OIreGNeYP8831jO40x6Q67Sat-dIkUOv-SyVxIbtpCqc0nLh1YlK61COmmpUThKGDKCervGYIS1GphhsSUyQPaWeCxEIvLKI/s400/IMG_2065.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimRFIja9YdOmy1MBgigytvjjs9tBxcXX0C8eHTPBccTOv3O2QD96rlsfZOF6qZAkG5zbahA7j7jFs-BlSuWLI4mv6gQyKD6_Rve8_JkINtKZo4V50zITDW-fRz-QScbmejz1q9xzPu4mM/s1600/IMG_2069.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimRFIja9YdOmy1MBgigytvjjs9tBxcXX0C8eHTPBccTOv3O2QD96rlsfZOF6qZAkG5zbahA7j7jFs-BlSuWLI4mv6gQyKD6_Rve8_JkINtKZo4V50zITDW-fRz-QScbmejz1q9xzPu4mM/s400/IMG_2069.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZT7Kt3co9eCZagu5qy9dw6htE1zux3hRY5HTHUh59faePAEXW68llMiD84cvia9372AGfRged24bk-moQBJpnYhzblOBBXoT56E8w_ZhWC1wkoIHwGuJpa3rmn4LzjIX36Y1lWQcYR6o/s1600/IMG_2070.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZT7Kt3co9eCZagu5qy9dw6htE1zux3hRY5HTHUh59faePAEXW68llMiD84cvia9372AGfRged24bk-moQBJpnYhzblOBBXoT56E8w_ZhWC1wkoIHwGuJpa3rmn4LzjIX36Y1lWQcYR6o/s400/IMG_2070.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiTgBw5B3An2WUxlN4rGuh4EXrWpKK6cLjxj8Ht64tJN76mv5BujDdW3cADF1GW08wIIEo4aBT4OVMIpBtEanXEdfbjzLG6gIWhCSu55SDhbYGkGrpBs0qW8vlyB0eM4mCRZwDVM9MvVE/s1600/IMG_2071.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiTgBw5B3An2WUxlN4rGuh4EXrWpKK6cLjxj8Ht64tJN76mv5BujDdW3cADF1GW08wIIEo4aBT4OVMIpBtEanXEdfbjzLG6gIWhCSu55SDhbYGkGrpBs0qW8vlyB0eM4mCRZwDVM9MvVE/s400/IMG_2071.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp13xe2XXbPsK0dWwl9znyDb_dl_wwOYhKvixppShqEau5R2WLjJtWs1gVZd_8ukzSugW23DmYFqHHluZJuwWqWX_eb8nbB-pdhmDp2O1VxUKkzdzsmHxVl0bA027foS5I5V6B9c_6cPk/s1600/IMG_2072.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp13xe2XXbPsK0dWwl9znyDb_dl_wwOYhKvixppShqEau5R2WLjJtWs1gVZd_8ukzSugW23DmYFqHHluZJuwWqWX_eb8nbB-pdhmDp2O1VxUKkzdzsmHxVl0bA027foS5I5V6B9c_6cPk/s400/IMG_2072.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-36505824090216926772013-06-12T10:52:00.000-07:002013-06-12T11:00:10.684-07:00Chicken Comer (Columbus, GA)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXEUnYFOyTxjZ70RzH6I4aGHv3VV2b9L_JO7LCeOgWwz-HuPXlgYKFAE4xDasmCk34sutDGC-JzMJnKOtM4ubpXpHG0r_PgvZyj9CuLnaIctJVbv634UxuVuXS1yRVNwZdqsoD-_fDHDo/s1600/IMG_1840.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXEUnYFOyTxjZ70RzH6I4aGHv3VV2b9L_JO7LCeOgWwz-HuPXlgYKFAE4xDasmCk34sutDGC-JzMJnKOtM4ubpXpHG0r_PgvZyj9CuLnaIctJVbv634UxuVuXS1yRVNwZdqsoD-_fDHDo/s400/IMG_1840.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgJI6YG5OfN4gKT7Nc4gO4L4w9-PX22nQyBytZnl5svXOdRkTJLDpNCQDBJF-maP6aSAiJh3dUjuiDMLQzhzexNJyEWx49nDxooh4QI3dI-v1inL0fE_Ug8e1JtDfi1lszRpLsGCbNlA/s1600/IMG_1838.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRgJI6YG5OfN4gKT7Nc4gO4L4w9-PX22nQyBytZnl5svXOdRkTJLDpNCQDBJF-maP6aSAiJh3dUjuiDMLQzhzexNJyEWx49nDxooh4QI3dI-v1inL0fE_Ug8e1JtDfi1lszRpLsGCbNlA/s400/IMG_1838.JPG" width="300" /></a></div>
<a name='more'></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbyceNDKjETnmxFwOhyX9DWOrxW16HBaDYt9gdF4kDymhWauNwqipPfczoFwHwv9KbXp56XyR9zm79i9hoUgUUpTAoqVFZfUKnL3SD0PmFNFhjU2aYYOVBAna9L4V22xUP2C-CGR7gYKU/s1600/IMG_1839.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbyceNDKjETnmxFwOhyX9DWOrxW16HBaDYt9gdF4kDymhWauNwqipPfczoFwHwv9KbXp56XyR9zm79i9hoUgUUpTAoqVFZfUKnL3SD0PmFNFhjU2aYYOVBAna9L4V22xUP2C-CGR7gYKU/s400/IMG_1839.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgukwLXpkMYfqaw9ilLTAN9KgyCZeuG0l7vZKqiqozV0XSmlM34AN9TnyP0kjbVzf9yvo4oGkmIAx76AIMYQHbcSciXuH2ygtIebcbEMsw7Wzuo9-fNjuRP968tqtGkWnc6H0Ppj1hmnlQ/s1600/IMG_1841.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgukwLXpkMYfqaw9ilLTAN9KgyCZeuG0l7vZKqiqozV0XSmlM34AN9TnyP0kjbVzf9yvo4oGkmIAx76AIMYQHbcSciXuH2ygtIebcbEMsw7Wzuo9-fNjuRP968tqtGkWnc6H0Ppj1hmnlQ/s400/IMG_1841.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6kBH32QuY8uL2T63TyQSL8GhG255mCvr62Mxf39Lgskwy-pykI5FkVrRQQxnXCUiRjF4bmHraAQk9I6yfRR2DknRR7RKzOMkGr4a076-BHd1_enSVn4Ak6Pow0-e7pmjZZFJGcvlM3_o/s1600/IMG_1820.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6kBH32QuY8uL2T63TyQSL8GhG255mCvr62Mxf39Lgskwy-pykI5FkVrRQQxnXCUiRjF4bmHraAQk9I6yfRR2DknRR7RKzOMkGr4a076-BHd1_enSVn4Ak6Pow0-e7pmjZZFJGcvlM3_o/s400/IMG_1820.JPG" width="300" /></a></div>
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/118/882112/restaurant/Chicken-Comers-Bar-B-Que-Columbus"><img alt="Chicken Comer's Bar-B-Que on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/882112/biglogo.gif" style="border: none; height: 34px; padding: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-2019608494330586512013-06-07T08:09:00.000-07:002013-06-12T10:41:37.294-07:00Heirloom BBQ Visit (Atlanta, GA)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0jeP3EC0asecxJU6VxhwNvLe1djqCm2ufJ8Da8mk3fvD4dj0pTqYdGz7ZtlkkV7q7rGZGFbMbL44LwqJlbHY_OGUzYbsFKfnhLsjM81JlPhxQgX81vxXd0QskzKRzZQNvYzq43ymrHSo/s1600/IMG_1811.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0jeP3EC0asecxJU6VxhwNvLe1djqCm2ufJ8Da8mk3fvD4dj0pTqYdGz7ZtlkkV7q7rGZGFbMbL44LwqJlbHY_OGUzYbsFKfnhLsjM81JlPhxQgX81vxXd0QskzKRzZQNvYzq43ymrHSo/s400/IMG_1811.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0dPmlOxjfAy9Drp8rJppmj-V5oxgIPc_s8JGn6FeDJhwZjxOJk-ZlAd5WsVuXinVgWfL2lQ_GJB92Ylr5utxJVnRb5PjmnYVHcn1F-_koIHuAxZ44ZXPzsera4wVs4n4zrvvsIAD6RDI/s1600/IMG_1809.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0dPmlOxjfAy9Drp8rJppmj-V5oxgIPc_s8JGn6FeDJhwZjxOJk-ZlAd5WsVuXinVgWfL2lQ_GJB92Ylr5utxJVnRb5PjmnYVHcn1F-_koIHuAxZ44ZXPzsera4wVs4n4zrvvsIAD6RDI/s400/IMG_1809.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgununRLmsqbs5kAILrWXih-w4EyWRmM4cre4610AaALdDsFeIOunn75JJ1yN_Y91A0kT9Cqbm7D9efRrOXbMIkZiKeE_VxvMEe9sNQ9Ks5ySwnAtvOVHU6J8qmE7lERUbX1-ubnpnB0aI/s1600/IMG_1812.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgununRLmsqbs5kAILrWXih-w4EyWRmM4cre4610AaALdDsFeIOunn75JJ1yN_Y91A0kT9Cqbm7D9efRrOXbMIkZiKeE_VxvMEe9sNQ9Ks5ySwnAtvOVHU6J8qmE7lERUbX1-ubnpnB0aI/s400/IMG_1812.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/1555302/restaurant/Smyrna/Heirloom-Market-BBQ-Atlanta"><img alt="Heirloom Market BBQ on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1555302/biglogo.gif" style="border: none; height: 34px; padding: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-54267683306234205922012-08-08T14:57:00.000-07:002012-08-15T15:08:41.961-07:00The Mustard Seed B-B-Q (Atlanta, GA)<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">826 Westmont Drive</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Atlanta, GA 30311</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">404-254-0658</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.mustardseedbbq.com/">www.mustardseedbbq.com</a></span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo2b0OeIWw3Shh7KgEvMxzhaM92LQmRjctpW_Ro0Xvkln-VUHADNMKGxmWcrF7Wp2LoJVhl1cphEoeBhHQ0zKG-_Njv121CyFB3k0wO1VAkxUB8ATz6l3ALButMWr6gaMOIXSkJrotpZE/s1600/IMG_5624.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo2b0OeIWw3Shh7KgEvMxzhaM92LQmRjctpW_Ro0Xvkln-VUHADNMKGxmWcrF7Wp2LoJVhl1cphEoeBhHQ0zKG-_Njv121CyFB3k0wO1VAkxUB8ATz6l3ALButMWr6gaMOIXSkJrotpZE/s400/IMG_5624.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br />
</span> <span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">If suburban BBQ spots in close proximity to the nearest country club is your thing, then the Mustard Seed BBQ might not be the best place for you. Located in the heart of Atlanta off of I-20, this husband and wife team from Miami have been serving up ribs and chicken for the last six years. There are two locations within a mile of each other, but on this Wednesday for lunch I decided to visit the Westmont location. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX4Lit5E9WAsAyWVl3i6KJ2T5otH95m95NnN2qkhWdKNVUAae6XpQhKOEdXn1_f9Gx39_GjfdjKcpYsHqyzMYRZPZ48Xbt4gFfOVMiAJpe_td4damU3Qe8pS6hcgMm_712Di6fQHvII3w/s1600/IMG_5627.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX4Lit5E9WAsAyWVl3i6KJ2T5otH95m95NnN2qkhWdKNVUAae6XpQhKOEdXn1_f9Gx39_GjfdjKcpYsHqyzMYRZPZ48Xbt4gFfOVMiAJpe_td4damU3Qe8pS6hcgMm_712Di6fQHvII3w/s400/IMG_5627.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br />
</span> <span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">This business was definitely designed around take-out orders. There's enough seating at the high-top bar area for about six or seven people. You could smell the sweet smoke in the air. There are pretty much two options here to order: chicken or pork spare ribs...on a sandwich or as a combo. The friendly staff took my order, and after about five minutes I was given my chicken and ribs combo. For under $15 you can get a half chicken, five ribs, and two sides which pretty fair. I'd rather see a place with a smaller, concise menu allowing them to focus on a couple of things instead of overextending and under-delivering. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbYq3Tg2Xe_qe2tQLR3QZbmtc3nnxUKBgWVU9msPYWD2dJo0jEYH71uKpzBOet7S_z3wMz85N_DzC-soLYalaB-iPKt5YUIFOlTP5P0FjPta6FCX-Syk_fPntbR5dJ5wFHFDm7a-e2QIE/s1600/IMG_5625.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbYq3Tg2Xe_qe2tQLR3QZbmtc3nnxUKBgWVU9msPYWD2dJo0jEYH71uKpzBOet7S_z3wMz85N_DzC-soLYalaB-iPKt5YUIFOlTP5P0FjPta6FCX-Syk_fPntbR5dJ5wFHFDm7a-e2QIE/s400/IMG_5625.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br />
</span> <span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">If you read my blog at all you know that I'm more of a brisket and sausage guy. Unfortunately, a lot of places in Georgia don't cater to my Texas based needs but it's getting better. It doesn't mean I don't love some good smoked chicken though. The problem you'll see too often with chicken is it drying out. If you can manage to get some smoke into your chicken and still keep it moist in the white meat areas, then you've got something good. </span> <br />
</span> <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkYbp_3WXYT9Ew804LoENan-3LofAhr5DLPAcnI4Tz6DPCGRTH3Xbk6lZQdT7lFavJfP1XniLdgHgB8vuT_Kp5uvrGfTFV3b109AxmEtb1Rm8lp8-vISDK0FTQI-BFuUFme5cQiU3uB9k/s1600/IMG_5620.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkYbp_3WXYT9Ew804LoENan-3LofAhr5DLPAcnI4Tz6DPCGRTH3Xbk6lZQdT7lFavJfP1XniLdgHgB8vuT_Kp5uvrGfTFV3b109AxmEtb1Rm8lp8-vISDK0FTQI-BFuUFme5cQiU3uB9k/s400/IMG_5620.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br />
</span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">The ribs and chicken both had a high-heat flavor to them. I'm not sure how hot their smokers burn, but there's a difference in taste with something that's been smoked at 200 degrees or 500 (at least to me there is). I'd guess that they probably use charcoal to fuel the pits, but like I didn't get a good look. The best part was that both the ribs and the chicken were extremely juicy. The flavors on both were phenomenal. Both meats had just the right amount of rub to complement them. The ribs were a little tough and could've sat in the smoker a tad longer, but that would be my only complaint here. I don't have much to say about the beans (out of the can) or the mac 'n cheese (overcooked and falling apart) because they shouldn't really change your opinion on getting some quality BBQ at this downtown spot. Nothing comes with their sweet mustard BBQ sauce on it, but it makes for great dipping for the fluffy white bread that comes along with your meal. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi64GyWhEj-4vxQXbVkol4BvnAGGdbAbbQ2VuFj0byCdUhWaMQJSDeWNtgf077FOEV9UAHpGojcGKyZwMFqjYPVYBxo1QQf3-at01JQNEmBG-05IpcR7cgW1xr_FIO6vdmyOYsV1VyYcyU/s1600/IMG_5628.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi64GyWhEj-4vxQXbVkol4BvnAGGdbAbbQ2VuFj0byCdUhWaMQJSDeWNtgf077FOEV9UAHpGojcGKyZwMFqjYPVYBxo1QQf3-at01JQNEmBG-05IpcR7cgW1xr_FIO6vdmyOYsV1VyYcyU/s400/IMG_5628.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b><i><br />
</i></b></span> <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-7SXtif_mnLa1mdzIqFDrOkDHCrSxZwIMapZfWu6CMljyqP7i53XcaRXkY_6uk58PGD03d0QX8apBqG6TRuK_ij5TMBetMrCSdpAmkiuAZCMGhigwfZCqiiMp7URPsWu6aqLkdxqd_qs/s1600/IMG_5626.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-7SXtif_mnLa1mdzIqFDrOkDHCrSxZwIMapZfWu6CMljyqP7i53XcaRXkY_6uk58PGD03d0QX8apBqG6TRuK_ij5TMBetMrCSdpAmkiuAZCMGhigwfZCqiiMp7URPsWu6aqLkdxqd_qs/s400/IMG_5626.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b><i><br />
</i></b></span> <span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b><i>If chicken and ribs are your thing, then make a to-go stop at the Mustard Seed. They do a couple things really well and are a far better option than some of the other downtown rib joints that bake and grill their ribs. Flavorful food served up by some great people</i></b></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/1443011/restaurant/West-End-Atlanta-University/Mustard-Seed-BBQ-Atlanta"><img alt=" Mustard Seed BBQ on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1443011/biglogo.gif" style="border: none; height: 34px; padding: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-3948148100865922132012-07-10T05:01:00.000-07:002012-07-13T11:46:20.482-07:00Scott's Walk-Up Bar-B-Q (Cartersville, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">206 North Tennessee Street</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Cartersville, GA 30120</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">770-382-1600</span><br />
<a href="http://www.scottswalkupbbq.com/"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">www.scottswalkupbbq.com/</span></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ33n1vrmwwmCygLjyBF06sI9XwXuZJo6dV0HbEVaUl_ixGOXBOTWpaTRApn119Lb5RejaeE9nvU7JT_OaRUwBpeKEziChQnTrqwFPzTcJjXQ54YcyhBCFHNvQRbG0HpxEZAd8VhbDQ7k/s1600/photo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ33n1vrmwwmCygLjyBF06sI9XwXuZJo6dV0HbEVaUl_ixGOXBOTWpaTRApn119Lb5RejaeE9nvU7JT_OaRUwBpeKEziChQnTrqwFPzTcJjXQ54YcyhBCFHNvQRbG0HpxEZAd8VhbDQ7k/s400/photo.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Another spot that's been on my short list recently has been Scott's Walk-Up Bar-B-Que in Cartersville, GA. You walk up to the restaurant, walk up to the counter, place your order, and wait for the food to be brought out to you. I suppose a lot of BBQ places these days share the same "business model," but it still makes for an interesting BBQ joint name. I've heard that owner, Scott Panter, was very involved in the BBQ competition scene with a lot of success before deciding to open up his brick and mortar restaurant. Restaurant BBQ and competition BBQ aren't always a seamless transition so I was curious on what kind of food would make its way to the table. Restaurant BBQ and competition BBQ are two completely different beasts. Competition style focuses on one bite of BBQ while the other aims to make a great meal. <br />
</span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-nZSfciQm1z5MR1Ux11DGA-iAnxdA6HxCD4chwUhkZ6aFiy58GhRHOe-XfTHiKT_ek_qx2PI5yxzm8G_bof0Z_0btrLeKLlZcdRltsFkSkxBeW8-KIY0tuqj-sD5TQvfISv3XroSDOjY/s1600/photo1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-nZSfciQm1z5MR1Ux11DGA-iAnxdA6HxCD4chwUhkZ6aFiy58GhRHOe-XfTHiKT_ek_qx2PI5yxzm8G_bof0Z_0btrLeKLlZcdRltsFkSkxBeW8-KIY0tuqj-sD5TQvfISv3XroSDOjY/s400/photo1.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a name='more'></a>The GBH team had one of our most memorable BBQ experiences on our first ever visit to Scott's. When we "walked up" and sat inside we both noticed how quiet and dimly lit the whole place was. It had a "Walking Dead" post-zombie-apocalypse feel. This isn't usually the mood you try to achieve at a BBQ spot. It was shortly announced that all the power was out which made a little more sense. My best non-electrical background explanation was that some of the wires had crossed near one of the breakers. That sounds pretty official, right? Anyways, we were still able to place our orders even though there was no ice or active credit card machines. They said if we didn't have cash that we could just come back later and square everything up. Now that's good people. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyRQ-BW9zIspf_ZVLmwOsrsJuqfbSXn-CeJcqF1yY11Pei5BVatuts82Df8r4m7gGZUcIl33uOO8OIcVVw5YAWlu1O6A3t-7wK8_eOgFwT-Bfgx1ZlYXoCHUK8GoIKiU70J6K3Ht47PMU/s1600/IMG_5290.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyRQ-BW9zIspf_ZVLmwOsrsJuqfbSXn-CeJcqF1yY11Pei5BVatuts82Df8r4m7gGZUcIl33uOO8OIcVVw5YAWlu1O6A3t-7wK8_eOgFwT-Bfgx1ZlYXoCHUK8GoIKiU70J6K3Ht47PMU/s400/IMG_5290.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">My $20 bill was worth a half pound of pulled pork, half rack of ribs, one all beef sausage link, and a side of baked beans...not too bad. Scott's only serves brisket on Fridays and we were in luck because it was Friday! We were also shortly out of luck since their three briskets that they cook sold out by noon and it was 12:30. Scott uses a gas-wood fueled Southern Pride smoker which hopefully wouldn't let anything get too far off the path of edible BBQ. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0OL7bqZ-i9R3LjBpPtfZrPgBLi2nZ2cDtGhLF6KVrjYDvLO6geYAYDnLphyphenhyphenRjn3QJ3wwZ0I4NqsdSToQ2r_DU4mTT1qIUW81DGzZEWzan_VP1T7Jr7Bcf72JWmIMFaRWA0ChbhrS5uLo/s1600/photo3.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0OL7bqZ-i9R3LjBpPtfZrPgBLi2nZ2cDtGhLF6KVrjYDvLO6geYAYDnLphyphenhyphenRjn3QJ3wwZ0I4NqsdSToQ2r_DU4mTT1qIUW81DGzZEWzan_VP1T7Jr7Bcf72JWmIMFaRWA0ChbhrS5uLo/s400/photo3.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The pulled pork we indulged in was pulled into long, fresh, flavorful strands of pork shoulder interwined with smoke-kissed, delicious pieces of outer bark. No sauce needed here, folks. While a pork butt might be one of the easiest things to smoke, it's still nice to see places do it well. More than 75% of places we visit can't decently smoke a pork butt which should tell you a lot about the rest of the menu. Our meal went down hill after the pulled pork though. The ribs were old, tough, and greasy. The all beef sausage tasted like it was straight out of a pack of Oscar Meyers. That's not a good thing in the BBQ world.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>I know I've got to cut them a little slack since the whole place had been operating without power. The pulled pork was great. I'll have to come back another Friday to hopefully get some of their brisket that I've heard good things about. Not sure how the fresh ribs compare to the ribs we had, and I'd avoid the beef sausage if ever visiting Scott's</em></strong></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/1413415/restaurant/Atlanta/Scotts-Walk-up-Barbeque-Cartersville"><img alt="Scott's Walk-up Barbeque on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1413415/biglogo.gif" style="border: currentColor; height: 34px; padding: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-74881932873290111392012-07-03T11:16:00.003-07:002012-07-13T12:09:28.236-07:00Franklin Barbecue Photos (Austin, TX)<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzA1D2SNOQ0ZcX3muC7ib9g21Ak58Nz39IJ5g1gDlGDl-jt76GCcUUYPWagDtYMxtzYKgQKYhSqkEtgrGjPPgo_IVBDJKDcso4fuUQZon1IfPn-LHrSVZV8A85SKsoqTA_tBII4-LRE3Y/s1600/IMG_5143.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzA1D2SNOQ0ZcX3muC7ib9g21Ak58Nz39IJ5g1gDlGDl-jt76GCcUUYPWagDtYMxtzYKgQKYhSqkEtgrGjPPgo_IVBDJKDcso4fuUQZon1IfPn-LHrSVZV8A85SKsoqTA_tBII4-LRE3Y/s400/IMG_5143.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">9:15AM</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5fRLqeatcAYTe0xtqLCYkXjKmfSVteYYt5N1a_mN8OO2ZYgPw8ZgNNeVZN_Jte0H4ioCnPEgrRembJIL7C6uNBUabejacv_7_HdR1V-m5B9efxSioN8AXtb5QjrTyUUvfSecCWXYzd-o/s1600/IMG_5168.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5fRLqeatcAYTe0xtqLCYkXjKmfSVteYYt5N1a_mN8OO2ZYgPw8ZgNNeVZN_Jte0H4ioCnPEgrRembJIL7C6uNBUabejacv_7_HdR1V-m5B9efxSioN8AXtb5QjrTyUUvfSecCWXYzd-o/s400/IMG_5168.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Where it all started for Franklin BBQ</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a name='more'></a></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJkhWLV6VzozAamk1m247uiJcF4mtN4ceVvWPVTnw3kzyuM8wt09cS0RQJVzKa6_CXh1XqjjLPmAQxrIUKh-VwfvPMnrOxz6G6O1YLaZa4MrTnAKodszDH5krvphUZo7OU6w36_a3Gzlw/s1600/IMG_5188.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="295" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJkhWLV6VzozAamk1m247uiJcF4mtN4ceVvWPVTnw3kzyuM8wt09cS0RQJVzKa6_CXh1XqjjLPmAQxrIUKh-VwfvPMnrOxz6G6O1YLaZa4MrTnAKodszDH5krvphUZo7OU6w36_a3Gzlw/s400/IMG_5188.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Side of the building</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7GrxB_joTST8RQ1hMn2AXybwHZFKBq131o5XFWU-DeGb2qjbA4nWo9iQRRtBek87dVzHflcfQep8w0KP2ZArzB7PChARetRvFcMqkYrny3CEPKA5wBowDTg5suUYTqwredtNQUxjpohk/s1600/IMG_5152.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7GrxB_joTST8RQ1hMn2AXybwHZFKBq131o5XFWU-DeGb2qjbA4nWo9iQRRtBek87dVzHflcfQep8w0KP2ZArzB7PChARetRvFcMqkYrny3CEPKA5wBowDTg5suUYTqwredtNQUxjpohk/s400/IMG_5152.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Lone Star in line while we wait</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAUIUgevCy6God50EvOLAMICa4JHW5TBJ0_kRLaWaYs5_0_z8ZBvmZUrwMWNt9S1W6_QMQARMEBTAa2UARuMDad28S1WojaniblVUKM1_c5OqiHA4gXvsk0dJirffMXEEshUom0uV1gto/s1600/IMG_5149.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAUIUgevCy6God50EvOLAMICa4JHW5TBJ0_kRLaWaYs5_0_z8ZBvmZUrwMWNt9S1W6_QMQARMEBTAa2UARuMDad28S1WojaniblVUKM1_c5OqiHA4gXvsk0dJirffMXEEshUom0uV1gto/s400/IMG_5149.JPG" width="300" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">13th in line...happy</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijzIsVc04zokghC5-GAMWzTiesoOQwcLE-LypJ4R675Pxx8bKOSmI8f64xhJyJIxf161MGkGjwwZTnqeqmrJdZ_-hJGw0w_rbpLgw3kYp34K_cRHHI5XOHfxk6QQnbZyekDPLhcJWDYP4/s1600/IMG_5155.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijzIsVc04zokghC5-GAMWzTiesoOQwcLE-LypJ4R675Pxx8bKOSmI8f64xhJyJIxf161MGkGjwwZTnqeqmrJdZ_-hJGw0w_rbpLgw3kYp34K_cRHHI5XOHfxk6QQnbZyekDPLhcJWDYP4/s400/IMG_5155.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We're in!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgq1r5BICQSPe_9OL9papVeC0MBek-gm-jWh3ALENlgN0v9vB_uUWrLd6CZ9zdohq5O-idmiJX3O-oM64jLwkcdi4vQnxPGoNSVe9JyWDbYxZjcvFYZCRN9NfYOYRVHAvu_m7753T-PiM/s1600/IMG_5156.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgq1r5BICQSPe_9OL9papVeC0MBek-gm-jWh3ALENlgN0v9vB_uUWrLd6CZ9zdohq5O-idmiJX3O-oM64jLwkcdi4vQnxPGoNSVe9JyWDbYxZjcvFYZCRN9NfYOYRVHAvu_m7753T-PiM/s400/IMG_5156.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Menu...Keeping It Simple, Stupid</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj53VUtdxKU5OaTiOiW4zfa9l69zJ8AVFAI4sl3PXogILCNZqFpLQuzdUh5M59JPLKqyRQ2cSgfg86_fH5p8wPYN1IMr-glrlWfBvwGiqE9Rrpd-3acOFx4FJkMQcCfW5C2fXPtjE1LWxQ/s1600/IMG_5185.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj53VUtdxKU5OaTiOiW4zfa9l69zJ8AVFAI4sl3PXogILCNZqFpLQuzdUh5M59JPLKqyRQ2cSgfg86_fH5p8wPYN1IMr-glrlWfBvwGiqE9Rrpd-3acOFx4FJkMQcCfW5C2fXPtjE1LWxQ/s400/IMG_5185.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Me ordering from the man, Aaron Franklin</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizoipDBDDk6cIyO7z-dqNXSz_CKOufmHJh78sYejiHaDEXBXnuX15BlONgpNuv3H__P4EwVK6Xng31QD_x9x2Pi-BnncsLSTjKJ2bc8FKQD1eGxsV3V5Zi-8UKjT5FVL_tqJdnMM5EkbQ/s1600/IMG_5212.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="322" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizoipDBDDk6cIyO7z-dqNXSz_CKOufmHJh78sYejiHaDEXBXnuX15BlONgpNuv3H__P4EwVK6Xng31QD_x9x2Pi-BnncsLSTjKJ2bc8FKQD1eGxsV3V5Zi-8UKjT5FVL_tqJdnMM5EkbQ/s400/IMG_5212.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The spread. Pork ribs, brisket, and sausage</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEics44bQJiZVC30hw-wPDLYqnkGXXJQrvhB-V6hQ8PljyD1zPZh_MtTUG5s_UQ9WoI2Qq0WmdjLpT5ab64AiMyxUJMCQqkzIOQ5I1IZFF-ngpUjS3UWk0Lt-i64MbuPccrvOyt7jGIle5w/s1600/IMG_5183.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEics44bQJiZVC30hw-wPDLYqnkGXXJQrvhB-V6hQ8PljyD1zPZh_MtTUG5s_UQ9WoI2Qq0WmdjLpT5ab64AiMyxUJMCQqkzIOQ5I1IZFF-ngpUjS3UWk0Lt-i64MbuPccrvOyt7jGIle5w/s400/IMG_5183.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Moist brisket..cut with grain for some reason. Magical nonetheless</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizL3e0Rzv9ZCBCsuk1WRMn1q-pUEgioxoQbNDmMtCPKCuc07NtbWaOJiQKeXjXFu9S_pQm5saqwHJLJ1ul8Y-YEfADGWSveyFekSNl3QPNumxkX43ueHUkS4fTL5-ijm2TzVwkqpQaC-8/s1600/IMG_5165.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizL3e0Rzv9ZCBCsuk1WRMn1q-pUEgioxoQbNDmMtCPKCuc07NtbWaOJiQKeXjXFu9S_pQm5saqwHJLJ1ul8Y-YEfADGWSveyFekSNl3QPNumxkX43ueHUkS4fTL5-ijm2TzVwkqpQaC-8/s400/IMG_5165.JPG" width="300" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Lean brisket...smoky, tender, beefy</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh79bogFv8ee3qRg0n0GR6P4F4rpp3B2CzWVss8q8UHladOdBKl6yvOfpuPT84Ob88M736GQj4x2OvHtsRcQkhO6NQ8hDp7hKOjiiZdUhLDy8LvlF3wHZleZmDTRH7TVFqoWtWSDHWqhRM/s1600/IMG_5189.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh79bogFv8ee3qRg0n0GR6P4F4rpp3B2CzWVss8q8UHladOdBKl6yvOfpuPT84Ob88M736GQj4x2OvHtsRcQkhO6NQ8hDp7hKOjiiZdUhLDy8LvlF3wHZleZmDTRH7TVFqoWtWSDHWqhRM/s400/IMG_5189.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Pork ribs...another winner. This place is worth the wait. </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/11/1494289/restaurant/East-Austin/Franklin-Barbecue-Austin"><img alt="Franklin Barbecue on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1494289/biglogo.gif" style="border:none;padding:0px;width:104px;height:34px" /></a>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-86867609640223389532012-06-26T05:13:00.000-07:002012-07-03T11:28:04.639-07:00Neal's Bar-B-Que (Thomson, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">664 Augusta Road</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Thomson, GA 30824</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">706-595-2594</span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikKW0WzSyex1N8LbKff-sIj_jIeVEg1xwAmIexvaSLBngEbIZWTvAA6RhMyvn61EXrvlKTqE0f5lIOWYUy8U59xpH2V3YQv-7JH2Exwd9vdR6lHgZWYc1do2PODpOzzQ4Svoe5uL-SVRM/s1600/IMG_5206.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikKW0WzSyex1N8LbKff-sIj_jIeVEg1xwAmIexvaSLBngEbIZWTvAA6RhMyvn61EXrvlKTqE0f5lIOWYUy8U59xpH2V3YQv-7JH2Exwd9vdR6lHgZWYc1do2PODpOzzQ4Svoe5uL-SVRM/s320/IMG_5206.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I've just returned from Austin, TX and had some damn fine BBQ. Will it make me be a little more tough on places recently visited in Georgia? Absolutely...and as it should be. BBQ is worldwide and should all be held to the same standard. I hate hearing "It's really good...for Georgia BBQ." It shouldn't matter where it's from. If it's good, it's good and if it's bad, it's bad. Call it like you see it. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEhgiQT3Vse89WU6EqIByL0AWTUUWIKaG841D2qOtvD9IUEgf5UJHwUPF2OglP_J78KXlQnm-X6PC8xL8KGUWicfq8kEKR2lv8oR0JzT58XWIM_vBoLy3CEbYcS6y-rRbbKfKfhazJMpM/s1600/IMG_5207.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEhgiQT3Vse89WU6EqIByL0AWTUUWIKaG841D2qOtvD9IUEgf5UJHwUPF2OglP_J78KXlQnm-X6PC8xL8KGUWicfq8kEKR2lv8oR0JzT58XWIM_vBoLy3CEbYcS6y-rRbbKfKfhazJMpM/s400/IMG_5207.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">With that being said, I recently visited a little place named Neal's outside of Augusta in Thomson. It's a little hard to find, but once you're there you're greeted like an old friend. The tin roof covered wooden porch leads you into a patriotic themed dining room. Whole hog cooked pulled pork and slow cooked spare ribs are kept warm in Crock Pots just over the counter....yes, Crock Pots. It's either chicken or pork here at Neal's. No beef on the menu. I didn't try the chicken on this visit and just stuck with the spare ribs and "spicy" pulled pork sandwich. Being so close to South Carolina, hash is naturally served as a side instead of the usual Georgia Brunswick stew. You don't see BBQ hash in Georgia that often, but the further northeast you visit, the more it pops up on BBQ menus. If you've never had it, then just think "thicker Brunswick stew with potatoes." These side items are very similar in taste just not texture. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsHnM-Ynqdnve9RdbWz6g7aiGSwEH-e3lqhO9ySghfSHEuee3mZ2ww2ZMMLEk3set_mtSdP9jyhhN0PQP0Ncx6fycKQ7CceBwWULq56-kCsXJ6xkcA3e0JB9cqvCz_LDSQ2PKn5Yb_82Q/s1600/IMG_5209.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsHnM-Ynqdnve9RdbWz6g7aiGSwEH-e3lqhO9ySghfSHEuee3mZ2ww2ZMMLEk3set_mtSdP9jyhhN0PQP0Ncx6fycKQ7CceBwWULq56-kCsXJ6xkcA3e0JB9cqvCz_LDSQ2PKn5Yb_82Q/s400/IMG_5209.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEjGvP_t2kg40SdgTD3VFNcUdD5v3YwmeM9DW2IuVhbUIsE4m_ZNqGR76JNWiaK3JiOEp8oADiJvPd8rR0Mi7NMUh7BE0h6yjsqcnZDFdfrDOCXyFSTGpkA5y7rZTQyUicaBQ1d6_GR6s/s1600/IMG_5208.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEjGvP_t2kg40SdgTD3VFNcUdD5v3YwmeM9DW2IuVhbUIsE4m_ZNqGR76JNWiaK3JiOEp8oADiJvPd8rR0Mi7NMUh7BE0h6yjsqcnZDFdfrDOCXyFSTGpkA5y7rZTQyUicaBQ1d6_GR6s/s400/IMG_5208.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I </span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">don't have a lot of great things to say about the food here at Neal's. They cook whole hog which means you won't find a lot of smoke on the pork. For what you lack in smoke you usually make up with a juicy pork flavor in whole hog cooking....not here. The dry sandwich had a little kick of pepper with some vinegar flavors, but overall wasn't appealing. The grey, chewy, overcooked ribs that were covered in a sweet BBQ sauce should've been chopped up and added to the hash or thrown out. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQrtqYhEdSQONzzseOZ4sCDsVqx8ZymudvXYLSAK6a2t9cWyzIE87iIpzI2JLKrWQRgBtB2qAS6EuEv17SOyVK-P8CVZ8BG_paeDO5KoxKcAJI-hcDeVBYXuTCoux681udI7fxy27-PJ4/s1600/IMG_5210.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="312" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQrtqYhEdSQONzzseOZ4sCDsVqx8ZymudvXYLSAK6a2t9cWyzIE87iIpzI2JLKrWQRgBtB2qAS6EuEv17SOyVK-P8CVZ8BG_paeDO5KoxKcAJI-hcDeVBYXuTCoux681udI7fxy27-PJ4/s400/IMG_5210.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>For what it's worth, the hash and rice was better here than the last couple places I've tried. The staff here is amazingly friendly and will put a smile on your face as you stomach the sub-par BBQ. </em></strong></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/84/808760/restaurant/Augusta/Neals-Bar-B-Que-Thomson"><img alt="Neal's Bar-B-Que on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/808760/biglogo.gif" style="border: currentColor; height: 34px; padding: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-83576691506438969392012-06-04T05:30:00.000-07:002012-06-05T07:02:33.841-07:00Burnt Fork BBQ (Decatur, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">614 Church Street</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Decatur, GA 30030</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">404-373-7155</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a href="http://www.burntforkbbq.com/">www.burntforkbbq.com</a></span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_cPb9T__2pm1HwfGpk6cYsJpDOIiOZClTtJR8_pohhYVSsO35yticNlrJ1IeddkPbNvH4KJTtP2-S-GP4hLa4VuiY47cJPpAKXP2BVlG6pVIml8A3jsN39DVwathvK-x5N58NGrb0uzg/s1600/IMG_4979.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_cPb9T__2pm1HwfGpk6cYsJpDOIiOZClTtJR8_pohhYVSsO35yticNlrJ1IeddkPbNvH4KJTtP2-S-GP4hLa4VuiY47cJPpAKXP2BVlG6pVIml8A3jsN39DVwathvK-x5N58NGrb0uzg/s320/IMG_4979.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Vegans, organics, locals, vegetarians, food snobs, and BBQ lovers...Did we miss anyone? Burnt Fork BBQ aims to please...everyone. I know the whole adage about "when you try to please everyone...blah blah blah." We came as BBQ lovers to burnt fork and that's all we really cared about. I'll admit that it's nice to see "hormone free" and "local" on the menu, but the real test is what you can do with that piece of meat. All of that doesn't mean a thing if the food isn't cooked properly. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvPgYzweG-NUf_vzWQro46YfWFoBfr1EKT7Ue4jHJqoNrHunoBxBY4hPT-PZlGQ9IEfVqZnw9VdB9y7fXa7NUUKOm_u4l-otBqbhflYNuBj4WbrMMtgG4gjqjlOhuZhKkYeD3XOHUnPhA/s1600/IMG_4985.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvPgYzweG-NUf_vzWQro46YfWFoBfr1EKT7Ue4jHJqoNrHunoBxBY4hPT-PZlGQ9IEfVqZnw9VdB9y7fXa7NUUKOm_u4l-otBqbhflYNuBj4WbrMMtgG4gjqjlOhuZhKkYeD3XOHUnPhA/s400/IMG_4985.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">We don't visit the Decatur area that much, and I wish I did more. There are a lot of cool places/people and Burnt Fork BBQ fits right in. Only being open for a little over a year, I've already heard a lot of good things from people I trust. They've got the whole "old, renovated convenience store mixed with industrial metals, exposed ceilings" vibe down. The indoor, stainless steel smoker faces away but looked like a pellet smoker...possibly a Cook Shack. I've mentioned some places that happen to do great things with these types of smokers, but please don't think that every thing that comes out of them is always gold. There is still room for error that has a LOT of BBQ joint owners scratching their heads. My dad always used to tell me that "When you're aiming a bow, it's not about the arrows, it's about the Indian." Just because a lot of guys have mastered these smokers, it doesn't mean that it's that easy. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">We got to Burnt Fork pretty early at around 11:30. Being the only diners there, we looked over the interesting menu which features items from "Smoked Beef Brisket" to "Tofu Spring Rolls." I bet you can guess which one we ordered. Along with the brisket, we ordered ribs, brisket nachos, and a pulled pork sandwich. They boast of their Brunswick stew so we tried that along with some mac 'n cheese and homemade sweet potato chips. If you need it, they've got a couple different sauces to accommodate most preferences.</span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhluiQIR0hprPS9ZhgFguU9NEHMhTnotttsLjOqHJfJfJq5HBBHoP87QBaHH1Y3fzVM3wOxzNFrso2tckAogRrQRKE30n5wP5DTl09OIg8EDcmFDEFOjqPGle_1loitNqf5wG6pqR6Lf1s/s1600/IMG_4980.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhluiQIR0hprPS9ZhgFguU9NEHMhTnotttsLjOqHJfJfJq5HBBHoP87QBaHH1Y3fzVM3wOxzNFrso2tckAogRrQRKE30n5wP5DTl09OIg8EDcmFDEFOjqPGle_1loitNqf5wG6pqR6Lf1s/s320/IMG_4980.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">No food distributor tortilla chips here. We had freshly fried pieces of tortilla topped with small bits of brisket and cheese on our nachos. Be warned that the amount of cheese and brisket is minimal (is there ever enough?). Not a lot to say about this dish, although it did tide us over until the rest of our food came. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a name='more'></a></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTH3-W_IB582dSDHVsAljlId_Zmz7LIrZSD2aAXemCLIoSWx4BxqV7vLnrg89rgCuZoOgcaUEcjcqrFFoamHCvlahDxMmiVHqtjIS9UApcqGRdBCjoP86fgJCr-v_6RWPCz1TkTpMtwVg/s1600/IMG_4982.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTH3-W_IB582dSDHVsAljlId_Zmz7LIrZSD2aAXemCLIoSWx4BxqV7vLnrg89rgCuZoOgcaUEcjcqrFFoamHCvlahDxMmiVHqtjIS9UApcqGRdBCjoP86fgJCr-v_6RWPCz1TkTpMtwVg/s400/IMG_4982.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I've made a lot of briskets...more bad ones than good. After you make a couple, it's easier to spot what went wrong. It doesn't mean it won't happen again though. The brisket had a thick dark crust with a lot more going on than just your salt and pepper rub. The smoke ring and smoky flavor was nonexistent. The tough meat and white, not clear, fat proved that it could've used a lot more time in the smoker. When the fat in a brisket reaches the right temperature it will become translucent letting you know it's done and everything's rendered down properly. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeJqwWBcqWK8aD_sjv7X0ioy8FquaL84j2PCo8mMEBcuvxR8IRiVIgNW9NUftq25y_4EMdSG7lMSMGUsT5ZOBDGqMwJzMGPqPiaJer1ews06tmldKokBPRuy_m2yC7ogYU2EBrAufoxrA/s1600/IMG_4987.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeJqwWBcqWK8aD_sjv7X0ioy8FquaL84j2PCo8mMEBcuvxR8IRiVIgNW9NUftq25y_4EMdSG7lMSMGUsT5ZOBDGqMwJzMGPqPiaJer1ews06tmldKokBPRuy_m2yC7ogYU2EBrAufoxrA/s400/IMG_4987.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9ed8bK1TqGRIJrwpdejko7bq1aMJeNEmGLouYJD_319969YcCqoIfm352fucw6T0N99XiK7WAAbBvrDUwEe_qOhUt8j8VYVA-JeFMhhWOI7ZAoSMQObqIvS4r-QAPAjuC8lLUgX72qz8/s1600/IMG_4983.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9ed8bK1TqGRIJrwpdejko7bq1aMJeNEmGLouYJD_319969YcCqoIfm352fucw6T0N99XiK7WAAbBvrDUwEe_qOhUt8j8VYVA-JeFMhhWOI7ZAoSMQObqIvS4r-QAPAjuC8lLUgX72qz8/s400/IMG_4983.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The same went for these trimmed spare ribs. A little extra time in the smoker would have taken these smokeless, hard-to-tear ribs to another level. They don't go lightly on the complex rib rub so be ready for the flavor.</span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnVAEGHaVeosWPzocCY66u6pd-NFfHI2ONJ6ACiYIRFlcN6AcRAPHtUjK8F9Nw-MEPHIHpOVCsaWSSky7WhzIMqTui-p0iX0zi81IZRv2jyya-HojMYcoRs-TA3MlFEIzPG19nnnVdTK0/s1600/IMG_4984.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnVAEGHaVeosWPzocCY66u6pd-NFfHI2ONJ6ACiYIRFlcN6AcRAPHtUjK8F9Nw-MEPHIHpOVCsaWSSky7WhzIMqTui-p0iX0zi81IZRv2jyya-HojMYcoRs-TA3MlFEIzPG19nnnVdTK0/s400/IMG_4984.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif6NVNgd0EL5ADAcy2YMfTGHjYd1fIH11hNArHuWkoBUezhfdqvzFCTFbSZvvYih9F3kL_XUl6itHAdTEET3ELpOKJTW9H5mRwmsYjNyq7_6vWqD-WbNAsoLB7Zr1Ugfo2id8Df6p0E-w/s1600/IMG_4986.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif6NVNgd0EL5ADAcy2YMfTGHjYd1fIH11hNArHuWkoBUezhfdqvzFCTFbSZvvYih9F3kL_XUl6itHAdTEET3ELpOKJTW9H5mRwmsYjNyq7_6vWqD-WbNAsoLB7Zr1Ugfo2id8Df6p0E-w/s400/IMG_4986.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The pulled pork sandwich was fantastic. A mound of moist, freshly pulled pork sat perched on top of slices of toasted, golden, buttery bread that's made in-house. Upset that we didn't just order a double order of pork, the sandwich was finished immediately leaving no trace behind. There's not a lot of smoke on this pork, but right mix of bark to pork gave the sandwich texture while not taking away from the actual pork flavor. When we tried the Brunswick stew, I was satisfied. It's nothing that's life changing, but the right mixture of sweet and tangy was a nice side to the wonderful pulled pork sandwich. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>From a BBQ lovers perspective and nothing else, the pulled pork here exceeded any expectations. I would highly recommend the sandwich if in the area. While I'm not a fan of extremely overcooked meat, our brisket and ribs could've both used some more time in their pellet smoke sauna. </em></strong> </span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/1571918/restaurant/Atlanta/Burnt-Fork-BBQ-Decatur"><img alt="Burnt Fork BBQ on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1571918/biglogo.gif" style="border:none;padding:0px;width:104px;height:34px" /></a><br />
<br />
<br />Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-25303509098962982682012-05-30T05:20:00.000-07:002012-05-30T10:39:14.949-07:00Southern Soul Barbeque (St. Simons Island, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">2020 Demere Road</span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">St. Simons Island, GA 31522</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">912-638-7685</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a href="http://www.southernsoulbbq.com/">www.southernsoulbbq.com</a></span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhurSZSIFcnBag3Jru3qqUD2SKECWEWJmOdqsyJAln5CC4P-muHC308op27dg1YHtU21e-NCPtRu_cYPJZPdLaKxKt2MqYe1qfWqEQT-8xUTAUuZ40I0THaVzu-qcwesPJXEdN11MsqoTg/s1600/IMG_4882.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhurSZSIFcnBag3Jru3qqUD2SKECWEWJmOdqsyJAln5CC4P-muHC308op27dg1YHtU21e-NCPtRu_cYPJZPdLaKxKt2MqYe1qfWqEQT-8xUTAUuZ40I0THaVzu-qcwesPJXEdN11MsqoTg/s400/IMG_4882.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi43Iqbr4t4f5sDDSnhNkNMkRpevU7NMUovBh-mW3ELQIFdCl5VaBOOB9WLcbMitDFNB60eLchJrE_WmJEPphemfgoHvxU6X5SaEOdIo4cl9kHO6fVErTv7XNLnUIQSn1taAw2g_iCNRNk/s1600/IMG_4938.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi43Iqbr4t4f5sDDSnhNkNMkRpevU7NMUovBh-mW3ELQIFdCl5VaBOOB9WLcbMitDFNB60eLchJrE_WmJEPphemfgoHvxU6X5SaEOdIo4cl9kHO6fVErTv7XNLnUIQSn1taAw2g_iCNRNk/s200/IMG_4938.JPG" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Unvisited Georgia BBQ destination number one...Southern Soul Barbeque in St. Simons Island. Considered one of the state's BBQ heavyweights, I couldn't make the trip here soon enough. Memorial Day weekend seemed like an appropriate time to pay owners Harrison Sapp, Griffin "Griff" Bufkin, and the rest of the SS crew a visit. They're becoming a big name in the BBQ world, but even still, I try not to get my hopes up too much as it can sometimes unfairly diminish some of the food experience. I never got the chance to visit the original location which unfortunately burned down in a fire back in 2011. There were no visible signs that I could see of the fire that occurred just a year before. It's nice to see a place like this make a full recovery from something like that.</span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUvBzt-DoHI-hxb58DZm36Ht54w7HcsUu5xnhQQv_duDKd9Uda2ILJaYiNf1VBC1QV8VoRlgwj8sthQx6YmBYNTNDWe4m1S07jUriyZDR8AXTEMxg7L0Z7HFsTZNcIyAB1A8IrVX73GZM/s1600/IMG_4932.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUvBzt-DoHI-hxb58DZm36Ht54w7HcsUu5xnhQQv_duDKd9Uda2ILJaYiNf1VBC1QV8VoRlgwj8sthQx6YmBYNTNDWe4m1S07jUriyZDR8AXTEMxg7L0Z7HFsTZNcIyAB1A8IrVX73GZM/s400/IMG_4932.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Original Southern Soul before the fire. Trailer they used during rebuild on bottom right</span>. </td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Southern Soul owners, Harrison and Griffin, are often visible and play very active roles in the success of this restaurant. I only saw Griffin during our brief visit. If he wasn't helping expedite orders, he was mingling with locals or grabbing t-shirts for tourists like me. From what I've heard, Harrison's got BBQ in his blood being a third generation "smoker." Griff's been cooking up Brunswick stew at this same location even back when it was called Frannie's over ten years ago. While it's hard work, I get the feeling that these guys love what they do.</span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg49L2Rto2mLhkNiWYtnrVX0lZmXCI670EUD2cVwR6IYT9onNFVc2R_4NKclm62YSGrT1Eoz-547CatAD6YL4CvXOJDrGvxffHdPkLTa-L7qNA0yC0D6o71yttHRrLEzwT3hIO6HerzjK4/s1600/IMG_4935.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg49L2Rto2mLhkNiWYtnrVX0lZmXCI670EUD2cVwR6IYT9onNFVc2R_4NKclm62YSGrT1Eoz-547CatAD6YL4CvXOJDrGvxffHdPkLTa-L7qNA0yC0D6o71yttHRrLEzwT3hIO6HerzjK4/s400/IMG_4935.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">There was a group of six of us that showed up on Saturday afternoon to this old fill station turned young-famous BBQ house. Smoke was in the air on this hot 93 degree day. The all-wood, oak fueled Lang smoker out front was running at full strength. Southern Soul has a very authentic BBQ vibe. There's no ridiculous decor that tries to fake you into thinking you're going to get some good food. Even though the spot that we visited has only been around for about a year, it feels real. It feels like it belongs in the area. </span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCABN5JVWHRBooabESZONW-hQPKdxSL5-I5saj4Z9BiXjp5ebrUhE4nz4oABAcje7wA8xZAeNY0KUkhZS91k524m89LuvQLSYfURbA5c6_IVpmbE-L471guoNsSNlqDCUJZ1rDE1NElNU/s320/IMG_4939.JPG" width="320" /></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a name='more'></a>We ordered our fair share of St. Louis ribs, pulled pork, and brisket for the whole table. The plan was to come the next day to try some of their other specialties such as the burnt ends and fantastic looking sandwiches, but Tropical Storm Beryl was in town and he said no to our future plans. The portions here are massive. You won't be leaving hungry. I've mentioned before, but I'm from Texas and I love some good brisket. I ordered some of the moist and lean to which the waitress responded, "Our brisket is both, moist and lean." I decided I wasn't going to be able to win this battle so I just placed my order and hoped for the best. The brisket had everything you'd expect...an evident smoke ring, crunchy bark, properly rendered fat. All of the flavors worked well together, but didn't overwhelm the cut of meat. You can still taste the beef flavor. It was a little on the overcooked side but other than that, no complaints.<br />
</span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTZYVl2eaDtTRByRdSDdJeAKyKFoYZpMhQxvOPBEsdg4Vt5Ld-rSMYyW7wuPWpG9iFKpGf92BacVzSVXSwCCWXsQ8Rldt_mR207pMupntaGuuMVDTw0OLUdyujIl8-oth0FfMlJOBNFWQ/s1600/IMG_4931.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTZYVl2eaDtTRByRdSDdJeAKyKFoYZpMhQxvOPBEsdg4Vt5Ld-rSMYyW7wuPWpG9iFKpGf92BacVzSVXSwCCWXsQ8Rldt_mR207pMupntaGuuMVDTw0OLUdyujIl8-oth0FfMlJOBNFWQ/s400/IMG_4931.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: left;">
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The pulled pork was pulled into large, pink, smoke-kissed pieces. There wasn't a whole lot of bark in our portions and was on the dry side. This could be due to us coming after the initial lunch crowd or also the inconsistencies you can sometimes get from a 100 percent stick burning smoker. It had a good flavor though and made a good sandwich. The ribs were just average. Properly cooked, but too much on the sweet side for my liking.<br />
<br />
</span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOU0JOWqenCjG_7soBfGhtaWrC0D5IhKvNKuAj1shfmBMJqmGcQJaBM7oZh3XqcWAcnsuNhuRXD5xPa7zBkBSY80QQw1TIDgx48R60lxr0lY2V5OinZgRyyAEmggfLIbnmCB0CL5wIyPA/s1600/IMG_4937.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOU0JOWqenCjG_7soBfGhtaWrC0D5IhKvNKuAj1shfmBMJqmGcQJaBM7oZh3XqcWAcnsuNhuRXD5xPa7zBkBSY80QQw1TIDgx48R60lxr0lY2V5OinZgRyyAEmggfLIbnmCB0CL5wIyPA/s400/IMG_4937.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEBJdiI7mR7TXWYI4Xhh5_fEc-0mu6ZdlPPVcEteX3_N678-7JuaJVfMaRLg2wCz2ZxBwmjv4MxsXPvschrigIVAYNc2nia8ZuewzLDMRCoPXM4PdJhNq3eqobjnKouMYut4S8LhDEy04/s1600/IMG_4933.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEBJdiI7mR7TXWYI4Xhh5_fEc-0mu6ZdlPPVcEteX3_N678-7JuaJVfMaRLg2wCz2ZxBwmjv4MxsXPvschrigIVAYNc2nia8ZuewzLDMRCoPXM4PdJhNq3eqobjnKouMYut4S8LhDEy04/s400/IMG_4933.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I would like to point out that the Brunswick stew here was my favorite side by far. It had long pieces of pork, lima beans, onions, and a bunch of other odds and ends that were delicious together. I'm not a huge Brunswick stew lover, but this one did it for me. Well done, guys.<br />
</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>Southern Soul didn't necessarily exceed any of my expectations (which were high). They stay true and cook on 100% wood smokers which give great flavor but can sometimes be a little inconsistent. The food was good, but I'd definitely like to go back for another round to fully see what they're capable of.</em></strong> </span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/149/1429662/restaurant/Georgia/Saint-Simons-Island/Southern-Soul-Barbeque-St-Simons-Island"><img alt="Southern Soul Barbeque on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1429662/biglogo.gif" style="border: currentColor; height: 34px; padding: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-46933736908513508932012-05-17T05:27:00.000-07:002012-05-30T12:05:10.342-07:00Old Hickory House (Tucker, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">2202 Northlake Parkway</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Tucker, GA 30084</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">770-939-8621</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a href="http://www.oldhickoryhouse.com/">http://www.oldhickoryhouse.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt6JUxZLtzWzk3-_QFrPiSugqS3St1bLOTDH_iy7YvGwnwPhgUQFRYuvdjFW_w3gZ4txFOKfNSHIQ7sj-_KzpXRHN91D8KPvuucwV325cyeHXIyLkKBRiik3vhrmCjqNmFR0nfWEw0zYo/s1600/IMG_4811.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="317" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt6JUxZLtzWzk3-_QFrPiSugqS3St1bLOTDH_iy7YvGwnwPhgUQFRYuvdjFW_w3gZ4txFOKfNSHIQ7sj-_KzpXRHN91D8KPvuucwV325cyeHXIyLkKBRiik3vhrmCjqNmFR0nfWEw0zYo/s400/IMG_4811.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Old Hickory House is no stranger to the Georgia BBQ landscape. Being part of Atlanta's BBQ scene for almost sixty years, it's become a favorite spot to many including 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter. Loving Old Hickory House so much, he had it flown to Washington D.C. during his term on at least one occasion. Places like these have history...they have regulars...but do they have above average food?</span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="border: currentColor; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheUqbLiMQH0Y2VhnqDoZRPVmr-PBtmCWuVkoySIFDu-Wvkxf13dgmMM6vrtqEpG9bmEOxhIQ-FIGfrROkVGC04HLY_2fS94hFJGzg93GSmFyjDDhlQVPHtMYmTDXp77DlGeWsNhrgo5gs/s1600/IMG_4814.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheUqbLiMQH0Y2VhnqDoZRPVmr-PBtmCWuVkoySIFDu-Wvkxf13dgmMM6vrtqEpG9bmEOxhIQ-FIGfrROkVGC04HLY_2fS94hFJGzg93GSmFyjDDhlQVPHtMYmTDXp77DlGeWsNhrgo5gs/s320/IMG_4814.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border: currentColor;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPspURs6ljWkKZFm1QqILAy5yPdRGojyPwSeoo4-Ic5IARDNz7F1wtIBhqv-S6B2xcUWQ0WyDXJeuMCGOWUdfsszNvZsxsnPijdIs_yQuPN3gKygf8xbGYse3iURim-j6N1OLGMd8ONw/s1600/IMG_4816.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPspURs6ljWkKZFm1QqILAy5yPdRGojyPwSeoo4-Ic5IARDNz7F1wtIBhqv-S6B2xcUWQ0WyDXJeuMCGOWUdfsszNvZsxsnPijdIs_yQuPN3gKygf8xbGYse3iURim-j6N1OLGMd8ONw/s320/IMG_4816.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border: currentColor;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border: currentColor;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The GBH team (with the addition of Jamie's grandparents, Betty and Leland) headed over to the Old Hickory House in Tucker on a Tuesday night. They're currently under construction due to an errant car that managed to slam right through the front of the restaurant, but they're still open for business. The dim lit interior's got an old log cabin type feel (imagine that!). We did notice the hickory-fueled open pit at the entrance behind the counter. The gentleman working the counter assured me that all of the meat is cooked 100% on their open pit. I was quite impressed as I looked over the ribs, chicken, and pork butts. The typical crowd here was a little older, probably coming here for decades. </span></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrYh2PKfNzxgK2_ctWN-8Y3js5ahewUJ3alRpIfknaXOsNpw3XX1NQcOeMBwVYRkNgMYogr_Rn2r_5Zg81e73Opk95uClkJqf3815v3EhCwaFIT1Hl2JnJCj2sTHct3eCVyl4sjYUEPDE/s1600/IMG_4813.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="217" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrYh2PKfNzxgK2_ctWN-8Y3js5ahewUJ3alRpIfknaXOsNpw3XX1NQcOeMBwVYRkNgMYogr_Rn2r_5Zg81e73Opk95uClkJqf3815v3EhCwaFIT1Hl2JnJCj2sTHct3eCVyl4sjYUEPDE/s320/IMG_4813.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">We sat at a large booth in the corner, looked over the old plastic covered menus, and finally ordered when our waitress came. They have a platter called the "People Pleaser" that included sliced pork, beef, and ribs. I'm a person...I like to be pleased. Easy decision. </span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Jamie went with the chicken plate so we could get a good feel for everything they have to offer. There's no shortage of vegetable/side options here. I wouldn't ever recommend a BBQ place based solely on their sides, but I think it does say something great if you've got great meats AND sides.</span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXKJVfBpn9QKAcO3fISKArDcQnG9L32ZjUZaOl3vPfq8BGFFcjqpEgV1uKeZ0AhavHlxYCi7SApCbmY0k2cmduw6HxZ3WcsivtsFebgCa-NO5L0YLfRPkNbIBGiLFZsdBmaFHTAXrZBWU/s1600/IMG_4812.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXKJVfBpn9QKAcO3fISKArDcQnG9L32ZjUZaOl3vPfq8BGFFcjqpEgV1uKeZ0AhavHlxYCi7SApCbmY0k2cmduw6HxZ3WcsivtsFebgCa-NO5L0YLfRPkNbIBGiLFZsdBmaFHTAXrZBWU/s320/IMG_4812.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2cpvfQwTYTIav19v4DlTVCf3jks284nysSrF83hHcYSAI2Dvn1-6Xdd7O82spemJp0hfueoK-5ri3RGjSyhnly_F_KdnqJev6SBTMRAJIQkPcwGnUVaavzQ7RuUsdRUYkl2joAdEbIXU/s1600/IMG_4815.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2cpvfQwTYTIav19v4DlTVCf3jks284nysSrF83hHcYSAI2Dvn1-6Xdd7O82spemJp0hfueoK-5ri3RGjSyhnly_F_KdnqJev6SBTMRAJIQkPcwGnUVaavzQ7RuUsdRUYkl2joAdEbIXU/s320/IMG_4815.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">After eating a lot of BBQ, you can usually make a pretty fair assessment of food as soon as you see it. The easiest to spot is, of course, how dry/moist it is. I was let down that the beef wasn't brisket, but instead a dry, tough, grey top round roast. The pork was also just as boring and dry. All meats had smoky flavor, but that just might be the only positive note. The ribs were also dried out and covered in a sweet glaze that didn't help out much. </span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The chicken plate was not good...at all. Resembling more of a soup/stew, this chicken had no redeeming quality and was actually sent back and taken off of our bill. The Brunswick stew and pit beans kept our bellies full before we left, but are in no way alone worth the trip. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>I appreciate the longevity of this BBQ joint and respect them cooking everything on an open pit. We didn't have a great experience with the food though and don't plan on going back anytime soon with the amount of BBQ spots left to try...onward!</em></strong></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/125971/restaurant/Atlanta/Old-Hickory-House-Tucker"><img alt="Old Hickory House on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/125971/biglogo.gif" style="border: currentColor; height: 34px; padding: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-22142139188265405902012-05-09T05:36:00.000-07:002012-05-10T05:50:56.407-07:00Bradley's Real Pit Bar-B-Que (Covington, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">1160 Church Street</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Covington, GA 30014</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">770-786-1140</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a href="http://www.bradleysbbq.com/">http://www.bradleysbbq.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivZ27v4XoJmMCeDGQ8B95HSGPEhGdPcVTnt7lj41uxAvNBhCiyl5tU361FWMLJ4v1DXRdE02PkVfc86sl_VKAJRxx2CLq11tzY5V5vgKuAK__vIo7GN2n1Q2v3AVsvjdZLTHx9c5TTQxs/s1600/photo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dba="true" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivZ27v4XoJmMCeDGQ8B95HSGPEhGdPcVTnt7lj41uxAvNBhCiyl5tU361FWMLJ4v1DXRdE02PkVfc86sl_VKAJRxx2CLq11tzY5V5vgKuAK__vIo7GN2n1Q2v3AVsvjdZLTHx9c5TTQxs/s320/photo.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Allured by the advertising of "Real Pit BBQ" was enough for me to stop at this BBQ joint located just off the square in downtown Covington, GA. I'll go ahead and alleviate any curiosity by explaining that the real pit was a Southern Pride "gasser." Some great things can be done with these contraptions as evident with Fox Brothers, Community Q, Grand Champion, and others. As one reader said though, "Don't ever let your gas bill be more than your wood bill." While somewhat unrealistic, I thought that was some pretty sound advice for any new BBQ venture. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuxUkbk7_X-Bgerda1zMzbZiBaSpJCSoZ0PWrF3dDWbfmhoS3frmItYPX-3r3GqKIJu38RzqXImMlEEpGug2bS1SgZ-r0b3eDTzrMDlO9uJ7Qk5iaGpNAMZJdAIh8QcEy9-H_9_N7R6kc/s1600/photo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dba="true" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuxUkbk7_X-Bgerda1zMzbZiBaSpJCSoZ0PWrF3dDWbfmhoS3frmItYPX-3r3GqKIJu38RzqXImMlEEpGug2bS1SgZ-r0b3eDTzrMDlO9uJ7Qk5iaGpNAMZJdAIh8QcEy9-H_9_N7R6kc/s320/photo.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I arrived at 7:30 on a Wednesday night. I double-checked their closing time to make sure I wasn't late (it's 8:30) because staff members were already cleaning and starting to close up. Needless to say it wasn't busy at all. I appreciated the case of Monster Energy Drinks being displayed at the front counter since sometimes those might be the only things that get me through the long drives. Pulled pork, two meaty spare ribs, coleslaw, and "Bradley's Beans" would be paired with a side of smoked chicken wings. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeQHoaTVL0kaVMG1Zegchqs9_R2aW9NJR0ReOOEglbNWmY_MfJ8b4gSoMTlqOM45EDsMHo9sMEw2jmI1q9_x0PB0ysvUfzW00yXJRpgurDDgkRkx4Z4F5_0pKpxkwvRR4YR2n9fv555Vc/s1600/photo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dba="true" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeQHoaTVL0kaVMG1Zegchqs9_R2aW9NJR0ReOOEglbNWmY_MfJ8b4gSoMTlqOM45EDsMHo9sMEw2jmI1q9_x0PB0ysvUfzW00yXJRpgurDDgkRkx4Z4F5_0pKpxkwvRR4YR2n9fv555Vc/s320/photo.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtgFuDd_UYBXFg4cARpWuo0mDULavVL0E6n920Aawhjij_cNhVAasSrysm_F4nKxgKrfagjDKZ0u-3q62ObCjdJr13XqNgJ3kIvEZ5RLM_Ep9myxm0rYcSIfDbt1Cw_XnJdmIZUnMyIuE/s1600/Logo2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dba="true" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtgFuDd_UYBXFg4cARpWuo0mDULavVL0E6n920Aawhjij_cNhVAasSrysm_F4nKxgKrfagjDKZ0u-3q62ObCjdJr13XqNgJ3kIvEZ5RLM_Ep9myxm0rYcSIfDbt1Cw_XnJdmIZUnMyIuE/s320/Logo2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The pork and ribs were both seasoned well. I've found a lot of BBQ joints not seasoning their meat enough. Either they think that the smoke is adequate flavor or they're just scared to over season. Don't be scared to over season large cuts of meat. With that being said, the pork was extremely dry. It reminded me a lot of Cowboy's BBQ which is not far down the road (this isn't a good thing). The ribs were average. My favorite part of the meal were these hickory smoked wings. Strong smoke flavor and nice texture easily made these wings the star of my meal. I ordered six but could've easily eaten ten more, in large part due to how boring the rest of the meal was. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuXl92Gwh8S4_DBOlxRihjSuMW60LuL2-VjnuwEllAuAnYPKWTmswFqOkZyTqpHlEERHCj6cyBKMelCnuTOlNKCEPpk7cJxERrzk8-32EPxuuEbKJX_5_x5GviIKzpkcsdEJv5bjJmEGA/s1600/Logo2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dba="true" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuXl92Gwh8S4_DBOlxRihjSuMW60LuL2-VjnuwEllAuAnYPKWTmswFqOkZyTqpHlEERHCj6cyBKMelCnuTOlNKCEPpk7cJxERrzk8-32EPxuuEbKJX_5_x5GviIKzpkcsdEJv5bjJmEGA/s320/Logo2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The coleslaw was not anything special, but I should definitely mention something about "Bradley's Beans." Tasting eerily similar to refried beans at your closest Mexican dive, these beans are topped with cheese and somehow have found their way onto this BBQ menu. I'm not sure what the reason is behind it, but they're available if you're into refried beans with smoked wings. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>I left Bradley's still wishing for great BBQ off of a nice open pit. I had to settle for some smoked wings instead. My best advice would be to not get your hopes up too high if ever visiting and not straying too far from the hickory smoked wings. Jim 'N Nick's in nearby Conyers is a better alternative at this point. </em></strong></span>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-54084990053848242622012-05-03T05:16:00.000-07:002012-05-04T07:34:51.778-07:00Sconyers Bar-B-Que (Augusta, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">2250 Sconyers Way</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Augusta, GA 30906</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">706-790-5411</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a href="http://www.sconyersbar-b-que.com/">http://www.sconyersbar-b-que.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnH4CbuZ_qSBwgCM6-w2ziicFIIbX_SrrHoyIJHR7Pkwy_3FnnuyVYRerGD8RClUgVUJRguG9-Xq1rV9DyrdqaK2K6pjDxsYf54rBfVg3t96wPJGawprNk3tOmLLzyG72N7c7TsBtodYg/s1600/photo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="278" mea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnH4CbuZ_qSBwgCM6-w2ziicFIIbX_SrrHoyIJHR7Pkwy_3FnnuyVYRerGD8RClUgVUJRguG9-Xq1rV9DyrdqaK2K6pjDxsYf54rBfVg3t96wPJGawprNk3tOmLLzyG72N7c7TsBtodYg/s320/photo.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I've been wanting to try Sconyers Bar-B-Que in Augusta, GA for quite some time now. They have limited hours being only open Thursday-Saturday which has caused me to miss them a number of times while driving through. However, this past week's timing was finally on my side. There was a time in the 1980's when Sconyers was even mentioned in the same sentences as some as the nation's top BBQ spots. People Magazine (not greatly known for BBQ information) did a piece in 1989 which ranked them as one of the top ten BBQ destinations in the nation. You can read the full article <a href="http://www.people.com/people/archive/article/0,,20121038,00.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4fOht3G2k1bxpYEMrk4FcexcIYp2wFiHvyNeq6nH9Ii1_EC6c_DHN0l6z-Qulh5e9BsrjNxpfPzt7urx15L-vTXl9vyF-PbnYyjgAvBnH6zLbnoehGkSTAPYKNghq63q-0Rc0Pi2zPYY/s1600/photo1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" mea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4fOht3G2k1bxpYEMrk4FcexcIYp2wFiHvyNeq6nH9Ii1_EC6c_DHN0l6z-Qulh5e9BsrjNxpfPzt7urx15L-vTXl9vyF-PbnYyjgAvBnH6zLbnoehGkSTAPYKNghq63q-0Rc0Pi2zPYY/s320/photo1.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">When you pull into the gravel parking lot it's hard not to think that you're visiting some kind of BBQ theme park. The scene here tries to take you back to the 1800's during the plantation era. Old farming equipment lines the covered walkway as you pass the fish ponds. Once in the main door, you're greeted by women wearing bonnets and Southern 1800'esue clothing. I found this extremely odd. I just wanted some good food. I've seen at numerous BBQ establishments that if they can get the customers to THINK that the BBQ is the real deal before they eat it, then they have no choice but to agree. This is evident with all of the fake open pits out there, "Best BBQ in the World!" claims, and in this case, faux-Southern garb and props. It's not a bad business strategy, and I don't blame them...just try not to get fooled. </span> </div>
<a name='more'></a><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgziD_iw0Rxe9Wh6A69Q62D9Qx1shhv9SeprVKx0yoWJUCL3m8w5IvwqXLHyFbuk9ZYWHGNqWyPrSbXqNrQmVPCgafSbSeEzkc2a3qGuDKUqI_UyuGGdXX5R5BsGxloexe4wbbQUZoeqd0/s1600/photo2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" mea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgziD_iw0Rxe9Wh6A69Q62D9Qx1shhv9SeprVKx0yoWJUCL3m8w5IvwqXLHyFbuk9ZYWHGNqWyPrSbXqNrQmVPCgafSbSeEzkc2a3qGuDKUqI_UyuGGdXX5R5BsGxloexe4wbbQUZoeqd0/s320/photo2.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">When I sat down, the sweetest lady came to greet me and take my order. Once my drink order was placed, I was immediately left with a whole loaf of white bread and full pitcher of sweat tea. Looking at the other tables, I noticed that this was the normal procedure here. I waited only a couple minutes before my order was taken. Literally, after two minutes my food was ready and brought to the table. The service here was outstanding, and I can't say enough good things about it. Since this was my first time ever at Sconyers, I opted for the "Plantation Platter." It included two spare ribs, chicken, chopped beef, pulled pork, coleslaw, and hash with rice (which I've never had before). The portions were huge and actually worth the $20 price tag. It could've easily fed 3-4 people. </span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2sj3jH-BQWsZGhqcpgzkkb2QgncRNDS2UhXpCPy17IiJN_HhHjNZIoEKY3s7PEQdRR3gfavF3LAf7bhCPrMpEFPBCDtV7XjRYtaVbPuHBFU7b2AXkH_ACFuMivfdpQQlJpcbypP5AngE/s1600/photo2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" mea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2sj3jH-BQWsZGhqcpgzkkb2QgncRNDS2UhXpCPy17IiJN_HhHjNZIoEKY3s7PEQdRR3gfavF3LAf7bhCPrMpEFPBCDtV7XjRYtaVbPuHBFU7b2AXkH_ACFuMivfdpQQlJpcbypP5AngE/s320/photo2.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEFfmWAIx48mmrYIWg6X7RjY3u-XmccJHZTWfDDYAV0xGgHumPrTHS8pMcbShdPxCLgzAM4I_elcNf4_gBZxGChi5fhjzuheEr0af-CUYNE6sVz_ClE_4SKnCVJBIZOjvGFTiCFd5ieCI/s1600/photo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" mea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEFfmWAIx48mmrYIWg6X7RjY3u-XmccJHZTWfDDYAV0xGgHumPrTHS8pMcbShdPxCLgzAM4I_elcNf4_gBZxGChi5fhjzuheEr0af-CUYNE6sVz_ClE_4SKnCVJBIZOjvGFTiCFd5ieCI/s320/photo.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The beef here had absolutely no smoke flavor. I joke about sometimes overcooked brisket having "pot roast" type qualities, but this was just that. It was over cooked and covered in a sweet, gravy-like sauce. The ribs tasted parboiled and then grilled. They had a sweet glaze finish that wasn't very appetizing. So far I wasn't impressed with Sconyers...at all. The pulled pork was dry and also equally flavorless. The only redeeming part of my meal was the smoked chicken. It was seasoned well and had obvious smoky flavor. It was a little dry, but I was glad to at least end my meal on a positive note. Another things worth noting is the hash served with rice. I've never had hash before and the best thing I can describe it as would be putting thick Brunswick stew in a blender until it was an even consistency. It wasn't my favorite thing ever, but I didn't hate it either. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>The service at Sconyers is outstanding, and I'm sure has something to do with so many repeat/loyal customers. The chicken was the only thing that even had a hint of BBQ flavor though. It seems to be Augusta's premier spot for BBQ right now, although I think we can find a better alternative soon. </em></strong></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/84/808419/restaurant/Sconyers-Bar-B-Que-Augusta"><img alt="Sconyers Bar B Que on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/808419/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<br />
<br />Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-40937971320601606732012-04-17T05:01:00.000-07:002012-04-17T10:20:04.636-07:00Keith-A-Que (Ashburn, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">260 East Washington Avenue</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Ashburn, GA 31714</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">229-567-0333</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a href="http://www.keithaque.com/">http://www.keithaque.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfpw7PO-pgUFqb0ljLITlFwE1SRwxpFjbVtNpnlvFKFTbQJPtHwxH2fQFYc3uObGeHxOOf6Yugt1elE59X8YdiP7rOMSdaO1R1UZuv3jLNnxYGeuS7P-Qj8urtBx1dSM8rlIsX1YPhDvo/s1600/IMG_4489.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="337" qda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfpw7PO-pgUFqb0ljLITlFwE1SRwxpFjbVtNpnlvFKFTbQJPtHwxH2fQFYc3uObGeHxOOf6Yugt1elE59X8YdiP7rOMSdaO1R1UZuv3jLNnxYGeuS7P-Qj8urtBx1dSM8rlIsX1YPhDvo/s400/IMG_4489.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Sometimes I make a special trip to BBQ destinations with a purpose and other times the opportunity just presents itself and I kindly indulge. Keith-A-Que has never really been on my radar, but after passing numerous billboards on I-75 I decided to give it a try. </span></span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">They boast a 99¢ pulled pork sandwich but have a lot of other different options besides your traditional BBQ. You can get burgers, hot dogs, chicken salad, chicken fingers, pork chops, and plenty of other types of food. I've never really understood as a BBQ place why you'd put meats on your menu that aren't smoked. If someone wants chicken fingers then I'm sure there's a Zaxby's nearby. </span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT3Bj7BPQzaZCY9kZOajQ_5FCTAbM4ko7kRimBIOgqPudk0wSJawoio-2zP_MWzfge0UDAS9s6DU4e10hcrFnjXki-IqqpsmMpb1Tx6sqWMCIzq_rAAK1CT4cmVRSvjfd2wo36D181t4o/s1600/IMG_4492.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" qda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT3Bj7BPQzaZCY9kZOajQ_5FCTAbM4ko7kRimBIOgqPudk0wSJawoio-2zP_MWzfge0UDAS9s6DU4e10hcrFnjXki-IqqpsmMpb1Tx6sqWMCIzq_rAAK1CT4cmVRSvjfd2wo36D181t4o/s320/IMG_4492.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I stuck with the traditional options and got the pulled pork, spare ribs, coleslaw, and baked beans. The smoky pulled pork comes with sauce already mixed into it...lots of sauce. The best thing I can compare it to is "Lloyd's" or "Curly's" pulled pork from your closest grocery store. It's tolerable, but I'm sure a lot of (or at least some) time goes into their pork butts so it's kind of a shame to mix in a ton of sauce before serving. </span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN5_tBs6XUmIVdTXQmWb46BGSAbsPkju2anntH4nvHtacycvZuaW2JJl347qlKnEyTwfWsf9jACrmWX2tHe67xf6FsQL0OxUHQcM-WCM_z_IFzALgYiNYCtidSAs4HPc9SnAOthAftDB4/s1600/IMG_4490.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" qda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN5_tBs6XUmIVdTXQmWb46BGSAbsPkju2anntH4nvHtacycvZuaW2JJl347qlKnEyTwfWsf9jACrmWX2tHe67xf6FsQL0OxUHQcM-WCM_z_IFzALgYiNYCtidSAs4HPc9SnAOthAftDB4/s320/IMG_4490.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijJXYlnu1dtyT1eUOIGuTo0VkzYlrU9x4lO3SlENTrNNRKN03lpGUt8ESIsLR9A1LohNVRzyB2-yhFgv166zbUPP4MmFAn7gRI3v-HU1bCf8lkrmrmSwmkWMJLTdpO3dioBzc19Lu_4tE/s1600/IMG_4491.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="274" qda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijJXYlnu1dtyT1eUOIGuTo0VkzYlrU9x4lO3SlENTrNNRKN03lpGUt8ESIsLR9A1LohNVRzyB2-yhFgv166zbUPP4MmFAn7gRI3v-HU1bCf8lkrmrmSwmkWMJLTdpO3dioBzc19Lu_4tE/s320/IMG_4491.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The spare ribs were my meal's low-highlight. They were smoky and cooked to a good tenderness yet under seasoned. They had evidence of being reheated after their initial trip to the smoker. If you've ever made ribs then you can tell the difference between freshly sliced ribs and ribs that aren't. They were OK at best. The beans were simply Bush's with onions added while the coleslaw was creamy and satisfying. There are a couple sauces here that all have a nice kick to them. </span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<strong><em><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I don't have a lot of great things to say about Keith-A-Que. I'm sure there are better options right off of the interstate and will keep you updated as I find them. Shane's Rib Shack (gasp!) might even be a better option if you need a quick BBQ fix on I-75.</span></em></strong></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/149/930106/restaurant/Georgia/Tifton/Keith-A-Que-Ashburn"><img alt="Keith-A Que on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/930106/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; width: 104px;" /></a></div>
</div>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-4669556017440121992012-04-03T05:06:00.000-07:002012-04-04T10:51:29.335-07:00Fresh Air Barbecue (Jackson, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">1164 Highway 42 South</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Jackson, GA 30233</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">770-775-3182</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a href="http://www.freshairbbq.com/">http://www.freshairbbq.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/149/931454/restaurant/Georgia/Fresh-Air-Barbecue-Place-Flovilla"><img alt="Fresh Air Barbecue Place on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/931454/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGsRUgdyIfseHpfhoyuQXvRmI-FjOdxtHRS3WSSO0O86Gabtp8sWiBiTeQgsXphukFp02Frs5GIkci3dSLqFXlN3Nf0w6-Ls8Z2xJE88kwFx_C8nuWf7IXxW4NohHyDDk6HPsyayEQgzk/s1600/IMG_4395.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="321" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGsRUgdyIfseHpfhoyuQXvRmI-FjOdxtHRS3WSSO0O86Gabtp8sWiBiTeQgsXphukFp02Frs5GIkci3dSLqFXlN3Nf0w6-Ls8Z2xJE88kwFx_C8nuWf7IXxW4NohHyDDk6HPsyayEQgzk/s400/IMG_4395.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Georgia's oldest BBQ joint lies somewhere between Jackson and Flovilla, Georgia. Originating during the Great Depression in 1929, local veterinarian, Dr. Watkins, found himself BBQ'ing whatever decent meat he could find to help get by during tough times. Hard times eventually passed, Fresh Air Barbecue was born, and his legacy would live to this day. Dr. Watkins would eventually sell the business to the Caston family in the 1940's. This didn't stop him from working and playing an active role every day until 1996 at ninety years old. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">When you pull up you know you've found a place that's special to generations of locals. There's nothing fancy or pretentious about it. It's j</span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">ust a place doing what it knows, how it's always done it. I've mentioned in previous posts how a lot of times people have a favorite BBQ spot mainly because of all of the memories associated with it. I can guarantee that Fresh Air Barbecue is a favorite to many. </span><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXhvBWcTqSf3gDQujsSiUaIOCBzGQbzoOnVK1sCSDtPOaxKqqLZPteRk7sURI7Qrld_WRbIvKD0P8zGVJizxVdDnikzobKwfbLX9lSfTzF2ECB2-yeNe2gBp-zBMdUzw52fauK0c1QB74/s1600/IMG_4396.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXhvBWcTqSf3gDQujsSiUaIOCBzGQbzoOnVK1sCSDtPOaxKqqLZPteRk7sURI7Qrld_WRbIvKD0P8zGVJizxVdDnikzobKwfbLX9lSfTzF2ECB2-yeNe2gBp-zBMdUzw52fauK0c1QB74/s320/IMG_4396.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;">
<img border="0" dea="true" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLBudnhyphenhyphenKO8QERM9yf1vQQJPqlXr9zqlkX_kiscesdTeQmX6TvfDtbMiEwJm33XerfL8gTayA3dqaKrVn-o9_VEqYYDosh047rDL0BlWW08yuQNo38K0nvmcpx8op0OgMVm3U0wUjCFlc/s320/IMG_4397.JPG" width="320" /></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">You'll pass the old weathered picnic tables walking on scattered sawdust to make your way through the main door. Subsequently, there's another entrance in the back that was used to serve African-Americans up until the 60's. I've heard some customers still come through that back door to get served. The restaurant revolves around the massive hickory wood-fueled brick pit behind the counter. There is also another smoker in the building behind the dining area. An area for additional seating was built in the 80's to accommodate the ever growing crowd. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCQbF5oXyc_Js7YTM51GZvJgF0mdZfZLZI4jO8ht5JHGvO7YPKCfryvd2nfgyyKzCNf5T5xgRsnVFMIlLGdHQu0Sh46t8MbSKz-6zKNcHZJJVNzawp7rxWNwpm944yGtkHG_n3xNpMDYo/s1600/IMG_4398.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCQbF5oXyc_Js7YTM51GZvJgF0mdZfZLZI4jO8ht5JHGvO7YPKCfryvd2nfgyyKzCNf5T5xgRsnVFMIlLGdHQu0Sh46t8MbSKz-6zKNcHZJJVNzawp7rxWNwpm944yGtkHG_n3xNpMDYo/s400/IMG_4398.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">BBQ here is pulled/chopped pork. There were no other meat options. You can have it on a plate or a bun, with or without sauce. The sauce is a simple vinegar and ketchup mixture. Sides include a seventy year old recipe Brunswick stew and/or coleslaw. Plates are served with a pickle, saltine crackers, and white bread. The pork was almost as dry as the sawdust you walk in on. I asked for my sauce on the side but immediately added the tangy tomato sauce after the initial taste. The coleslaw was fresh and had an amount of sugar in it that's tough to compare to. My favorite part of the meal was the Brunswick stew. It's a simple recipe with a thin consistency and a little on the salty side. You wash it all down with some of their fresh homemade sweet tea. I found myself in a vicious cycle of trying the dry pork with vinegar sauce, followed by gulping sweet tea, eating a spoonful of the hot Brunswick stew, and then finishing with the cool, sweet coleslaw. You repeat this dry, refreshing, hot, sweet cycle until your plate is gone. Maybe that's how they designed it and that's what keeps people coming back. I fell for it I suppose.</span><br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>Fresh Air is one of the most original spots we've visited to date with a lot of history in it. It's well worth your time to at least stop by and check it out as long as it's still around. Unfortunately, the food just doesn't deliver. </em></strong></span></div>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-70863967517757950842012-03-28T05:34:00.000-07:002015-08-31T09:13:19.846-07:00Moonie's Texas Barbecue (Flowery Branch, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">5545 Atlanta Highway</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Flowery Branch, GA 30542</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">678-828-8366</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><a href="http://www.mooniestexasbarbecue.com/">http://www.mooniestexasbarbecue.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/151/1627672/restaurant/Gainesville/Moonies-Texas-Barbecue-Flowery-Branch"><img alt="Moonie's Texas Barbecue on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1627672/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKZpULIgAaH7vak0pDj9psDKfB3kZP1ZlGN2WZBuT6ye94abtqX-vYENc76HQDGqyUqEiIVCDCPe-PfHPRi5f9kE_ZOhSbXmTXzGnMBIk72LkucaM47E9t-FH0XJbGbCymg-oq68u0nQA/s1600/IMG_4350.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKZpULIgAaH7vak0pDj9psDKfB3kZP1ZlGN2WZBuT6ye94abtqX-vYENc76HQDGqyUqEiIVCDCPe-PfHPRi5f9kE_ZOhSbXmTXzGnMBIk72LkucaM47E9t-FH0XJbGbCymg-oq68u0nQA/s400/IMG_4350.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">A Texas-style BBQ joint in Georgia...really original. We're already littered with many places making this claim. Some really good (<a href="http://gabarbecue.blogspot.com/2011/11/fox-brothers-bbq-atlanta-ga.html" target="_blank">Fox Brothers BBQ</a>) and many not worth your time at all. But no, Moonie's isn't just "Texas-style" or Texas inspired, this is a real-deal Texas Barbecue joint that somehow has made its way into Georgia's graces. From the woods used, decor, meats offered, and beer selection, this place feels like you've stepped straight into some outlying town near Austin. Our friends at <a href="http://socksloverub.com/" target="_blank">Socks Love Rub</a> were actually the first to let us know about this up and coming BBQ spot in Flowery Branch near their house . I don't know much about Flowery Branch besides that the Atlanta Falcons train and are headquartered there. It's nowhere near where I live so I made a special trip to see how this food could compare to anything we've tried to date. </span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggQwtiwpoROou0XgcdkrKRvcB7CsMNmdNybU8pSElEEwZ_B8tLOSWxe63XV-RrtKeLKoI0g6cgVCI2YgbO38f3nClauJEceKioOkZHjElnfz7TFD3etYBpUjMLQHYk-TS_YX7Jfn7TZ9Y/s1600/IMG_4299.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="277" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggQwtiwpoROou0XgcdkrKRvcB7CsMNmdNybU8pSElEEwZ_B8tLOSWxe63XV-RrtKeLKoI0g6cgVCI2YgbO38f3nClauJEceKioOkZHjElnfz7TFD3etYBpUjMLQHYk-TS_YX7Jfn7TZ9Y/s320/IMG_4299.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">We pulled into Moonie's on a Friday evening around 6PM. I made sure to call ahead to ensure nothing was sold out just yet. With the limited hours I've heard Moonie's sells out more often than not. As soon as we got out of the car Jamie and I immediately noticed something different in the air. It wasn't your typical hickory log smoke that most Georgia BBQ restaurants use. There's nothing wrong with hickory. I actually enjoy it. This was post oak though. Post oak is something that you'll find at a lot of Texas joints across the state. I didn't realize how different it smelled until our Georgia BBQ adventures began. I haven't had enough experience with woods to be able to just pick smells out of the air (just yet), but it didn't take much to know that this wasn't our usual wood smoking. The outside has a small resemblance to Louie Mueller BBQ in Taylor, TX. It even has the double flags out front signifying if meat is sold out yet (flag's up, you're in luck...down, sold out). </span><br />
<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4T27Lc9qprgaFscy19tr74q6x5hpAammRwWzKqPBP-3wt4blacYJ_-k7Bxa_1PC-zAlUbEYJymZIl_CSY2TjYo6jSwV_aa4zxjEcevVjxMNjp8hmjpY1QaAKG81izVvflnGHRJaMZju0/s1600/IMG_4351.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4T27Lc9qprgaFscy19tr74q6x5hpAammRwWzKqPBP-3wt4blacYJ_-k7Bxa_1PC-zAlUbEYJymZIl_CSY2TjYo6jSwV_aa4zxjEcevVjxMNjp8hmjpY1QaAKG81izVvflnGHRJaMZju0/s320/IMG_4351.JPG" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Once inside, the line was already formed about seven people deep. There's meat by the pound as well as some "plates" that Moonie offers (all served on butcher paper). Moonie (computer programmer by day) and family just recently joined the Atlanta BBQ scene after moving from the Austin area a couple years ago. After a lot of hard work, the doors finally opened to his dream job in the summer of 2011. When you walk in though it's still evident that Texas is very close to their hearts. Lone Star beer waits in the tubs while the Texas staples such as brisket, sausage, and ribs are available by the pound. Pulled pork and turkey are also available if the Texas trinity doesn't particularly do it for you. The sides are simple and few including baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, and creamed corn. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv7M7JZTNuDzT-ktaxMJixwvBWlz1sQEz_EDz8mG9vh5OfG8EzEOw4oQe1P7HU9WiZaSARdDkWHSy0Q3cRoBGG1k1cQ0gIq3LclQJ33nbEoXUM60w_xN9BdNriL3XdgdQn-5vBvIL7fX8/s1600/IMG_4290.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv7M7JZTNuDzT-ktaxMJixwvBWlz1sQEz_EDz8mG9vh5OfG8EzEOw4oQe1P7HU9WiZaSARdDkWHSy0Q3cRoBGG1k1cQ0gIq3LclQJ33nbEoXUM60w_xN9BdNriL3XdgdQn-5vBvIL7fX8/s400/IMG_4290.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX3vJYKi2xNiklaCMVS_9XrYngqw8DUyNh7jUDPVd5qVigJFyMV4atYIiqirVpxpaZ0OHs-cpWvaAV7AnoGVAef6HcD6wqL8ixBV80nC693F9X-2SteFmW1OIX9jH81vF9xa9XH8YbaWc/s1600/IMG_4301.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX3vJYKi2xNiklaCMVS_9XrYngqw8DUyNh7jUDPVd5qVigJFyMV4atYIiqirVpxpaZ0OHs-cpWvaAV7AnoGVAef6HcD6wqL8ixBV80nC693F9X-2SteFmW1OIX9jH81vF9xa9XH8YbaWc/s400/IMG_4301.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I ordered our half pound of brisket from the moist end. This brisket had a lot of smoke flavor and oozed properly rendered fat and juice from the 15 plus hours in their BBQ Guru-maintained Pitmaster Vault. The nice bark added great flavor to some of the best brisket we've tried in Georgia. The jalapeno sausage was equally as pleasing. They use a medium casing and has an inside that's a lot more "crumbly" than anything you'll usually find in a Georgia BBQ joint. Moonie mentioned that he's also in the process of adding his own beef sausage to the menu as well as beef ribs very soon. The St. Louis style ribs were seasoned nicely and also had a good amount of smoke. I wasn't fond of the thick membrane left on the back and would really love to see them take the extra time to remove before smoking. Regardless, they were cooked perfectly. The pulled pork was smoked to a perfect temperature but was just too smoky for Jamie and I. It had a nice bark and also tasted like a light sauce was added prior to serving. You couldn't really taste much of the pork flavor though the sauce and smoke though. </span><br />
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1KV65NgMS269gCf0EimonCtTWRfUxIfoMEOUAsrW_ex7bMnkkPIn1PYecXR9FUguFG4qD7kGWv33A-d12BnPN4Psc9ykN2uacUE3oFnP-sllyDdRwi0-rHAHyH_OdILRsgtHBC7e68r8/s1600/IMG_4352.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1KV65NgMS269gCf0EimonCtTWRfUxIfoMEOUAsrW_ex7bMnkkPIn1PYecXR9FUguFG4qD7kGWv33A-d12BnPN4Psc9ykN2uacUE3oFnP-sllyDdRwi0-rHAHyH_OdILRsgtHBC7e68r8/s320/IMG_4352.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Moist brisket from the point</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The colesaw tasted fresh with crisp pieces of shredded cabbage and carrots in a light mayonnaise based dressing. The baked beans are hardwood smoked and include chunks of apple that add a sweet contrast to the meal. All meals are served with soft towers of white bread, pickles, onions, and jalapenos. Moonie was hesitant to include any BBQ sauces, but offers three different options for anyone who prefers that sort of thing. After all, great BBQ doesn't need sauce, right? There's a regular and spicy sauce which both have strong cumin, pepper, and tomato flavors. The spicy version has just a little more kick though from the jalapeno powder. There is also a third mustard-vinegar sauce that's available. </span><br />
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_6p6BqnYzM2_3eIf3DXq676UzNwcYMTxryaPjtH8wg0G31A-lEL3QSfaKL6V4dZQRv13WXTtSrzz0oMIyouMouqVOylL3hPsQ9Fc4Qe5O7L7bqoWLDxqPOVnfkbJmVsJV2DGNz3LGq0s/s1600/IMG_4353.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" dea="true" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_6p6BqnYzM2_3eIf3DXq676UzNwcYMTxryaPjtH8wg0G31A-lEL3QSfaKL6V4dZQRv13WXTtSrzz0oMIyouMouqVOylL3hPsQ9Fc4Qe5O7L7bqoWLDxqPOVnfkbJmVsJV2DGNz3LGq0s/s320/IMG_4353.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lean brisket from the flat</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>Moonie's served quality food that should make any Georgian or Texan proud. Be warned, they don't go lightly on the smoke though. We at GBH highly recommend the brisket and sausage. I can't wait to visit again and wish the best to Moonie and crew. If you stop by, please let me know what you think.</em></strong></span><br />
<br />Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-9315810684786943652012-03-16T05:07:00.000-07:002012-04-03T11:19:51.459-07:00Cowboy's BBQ (Covington, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">1066 Highway 142</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS";">Covington, GA 30014</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS";"><span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;">770-784-1401</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS";"><a href="http://www.cowboysbarbecue.com/">http://www.cowboysbarbecue.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/1538086/restaurant/Atlanta/Cowboys-Barbecue-Covington"><img alt="Cowboy’s Barbecue on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1538086/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJBOtvOC5caRhYfjy1q-Sz_-I4jw4AjbRFjpOJ6ZwK6e4K1UXpWgp-uWBjM_hyVPbgQGZA22K6iNEEKOM6rfLlrV8vt4EKe14sv3gztrJWUklN2OuVb8CMeLr_7QOxoF_NmYU8IG3ZRGY/s1600/IMG_4161.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJBOtvOC5caRhYfjy1q-Sz_-I4jw4AjbRFjpOJ6ZwK6e4K1UXpWgp-uWBjM_hyVPbgQGZA22K6iNEEKOM6rfLlrV8vt4EKe14sv3gztrJWUklN2OuVb8CMeLr_7QOxoF_NmYU8IG3ZRGY/s400/IMG_4161.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">After no luck finding BBQ anywhere between Atlanta and Augusta on a Monday night, I was able to find a little BBQ spot off of I-20 in Covington later that week. Cowboy's BBQ is easy to miss since it's attached to a small gas station on Highway 142. BBQ might be the only type of food that can be more promising when attached to a gas station. I decided to pull over and give this two year old BBQ joint a try. The stale cowboy decor was a little offsetting at first, but I made sure to try and keep an open mind for their food.</span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj14LEuJmXSQWnWnywsegTHdXUoRgkD_YETMyYYyMqSyUXIaPPEp1cT3oMVgDLnYeBCUKIibFoAB21VTI6sSYTdPQIAm3crPAlEjtZ_5mfRTz5VE21lXN6SYsy5CFR9b-q98Ocgr4tWj6Y/s1600/IMG_4163.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj14LEuJmXSQWnWnywsegTHdXUoRgkD_YETMyYYyMqSyUXIaPPEp1cT3oMVgDLnYeBCUKIibFoAB21VTI6sSYTdPQIAm3crPAlEjtZ_5mfRTz5VE21lXN6SYsy5CFR9b-q98Ocgr4tWj6Y/s320/IMG_4163.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS";">Once inside the faux corny corral, I pulled up a chair and placed my order with the sweet waitress behind the counter. I'd try the baby back ribs, pulled pork, and brisket today. With a name like "Cowboy's" they better have some decent brisket. I ordered my brisket from the moist end to give them their best shot at quality BBQ. I noticed the smokehouse outside that housed either an Ole Hickory or Southern Pride smoker the best I could tell (owner later confirmed it was an end-loading Ole Hickory). I waited about fifteen minutes for my manly meat plate to arrive.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTKr0mrmgSrLC5vDTmC0BhEYg5leDbgbjvsXVvOgmpRPgSXr3vyEq7-up6LBsRvCONegHDm0AUVeKYzgC6FLDTEjX4t7RmYxaOI1B9OLxrLvkB9f64WcSiFMmG6yq5PKMla66ZbVnPuj4/s1600/IMG_4164.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTKr0mrmgSrLC5vDTmC0BhEYg5leDbgbjvsXVvOgmpRPgSXr3vyEq7-up6LBsRvCONegHDm0AUVeKYzgC6FLDTEjX4t7RmYxaOI1B9OLxrLvkB9f64WcSiFMmG6yq5PKMla66ZbVnPuj4/s320/IMG_4164.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKbudZg_nRgpO7uQbo5gsTKkuEwYprz-m17ryc-wuJXKm4AFIoBSV9ybAUjFoJNElf-WDF78kR8cdkfYizrId1A6jlWhV_DbFtUOlyC5hLHHnlClHfPkOdF63MZJO40Cct8yV8auBi5e8/s1600/IMG_4136.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKbudZg_nRgpO7uQbo5gsTKkuEwYprz-m17ryc-wuJXKm4AFIoBSV9ybAUjFoJNElf-WDF78kR8cdkfYizrId1A6jlWhV_DbFtUOlyC5hLHHnlClHfPkOdF63MZJO40Cct8yV8auBi5e8/s320/IMG_4136.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS";">Hmmm...Something was off when I got my food. This pulled pork had clearly been BBQ'ed, but I just couldn't tell how many days before. It tasted as old and dry as it looked. After one bite I moved on to the ribs and brisket. The first bite of brisket was Ok, but the huge pieces of fat left hardly any other meat to try. I can say that there was some kind of nice salty bark on the outside though. The ribs were sweet and smoky but dry and old. The membrane snapped when you bit into them like a piece of sausage. This meal might have actually been decent had I arrived the day before when it was pulled out of the smoker. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS";"><br /></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrl-vttg_TEKVeupJK3y1ASGJG2X6bEK_CM3Oinb2gBusO1QWTsKh2-NOv-N83cSOOoW6nNZhHwjD4VF1vLlqEzqTR3_Ap7CwisqIiXxV4wnYhY3W3dvXQ8_NU4oU6nifa63AY_PWEXLY/s1600/IMG_4162.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrl-vttg_TEKVeupJK3y1ASGJG2X6bEK_CM3Oinb2gBusO1QWTsKh2-NOv-N83cSOOoW6nNZhHwjD4VF1vLlqEzqTR3_Ap7CwisqIiXxV4wnYhY3W3dvXQ8_NU4oU6nifa63AY_PWEXLY/s320/IMG_4162.JPG" width="240" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS";">Disgusted and frustrated, I asked the worker in charge of the pit when this food came off the smoker. He confirmed that it was all yesterday's meat. I commend his honesty, but was still frustrated that they would serve this to customers. There are a lot of ways to effectively use yesterday's BBQ (burnt ends, Brunswick stew, baked beans, etc.). Throwing it an oven to reheat and serve isn't one of them. He told me he was sorry and would get "some good stuff" for me. The good stuff was foil wrapped pork that was thrown into a crock pot for ten minutes. I don't get it. They don't get it. There are couple sauces to choose from here if you'd rather not taste the old meat. My favorite was the honey BBQ, but the spicy and mustard sauces were pretty good too. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS";">On my way out I was able to run into the owner, "Cowboy." He told me some story about how competition BBQ wasn't for him and how much Southern Pride smokers are overrated. I said my goodbyes, never to return. See ya' around, Cowboy. </span>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-51079458779073809992012-03-08T05:30:00.000-08:002012-04-03T11:20:11.171-07:00Spiced Right Rib House (Roswell, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">635 Atlanta Street</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Roswell, GA 30075</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;">678-352-9633</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;"><a href="http://www.spicedright.com/">http://www.spicedright.com/</a></span></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/334609/restaurant/Atlanta/Spiced-Right-Ribhouse-BBQ-Roswell"><img alt="Spiced Right Ribhouse BBQ on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/334609/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxcg5EtAxHBVcAvEQDwnlvEJUy4lTbZe7bFJ0lkmEyay0aU2Kw2oGnjlQgHRZd7otpQUyegXYeLLSmzCI7Pa-a_7GXbzdjAtH8CdT1-MPndMM4QC-Z3f1uv_NU-7-bokzLdfFTsbVfNnk/s1600/IMG_4156.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCPGpeDu-AJ18I7H9aEwqTUZIg84Lkp0323DaJxs5WjYZnKx3H7koles_Lvkw7AAxjGfutHPvrA9hiGHBtC6E-wpwFduQzMGlyVDxVeSxXlgP0gaJh_fdYRKat5NkFKCOSKz8vTL_-WYw/s1600/IMG_4154.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCPGpeDu-AJ18I7H9aEwqTUZIg84Lkp0323DaJxs5WjYZnKx3H7koles_Lvkw7AAxjGfutHPvrA9hiGHBtC6E-wpwFduQzMGlyVDxVeSxXlgP0gaJh_fdYRKat5NkFKCOSKz8vTL_-WYw/s400/IMG_4154.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">A lot of people ask me how I can eat BBQ every day. It's actually pretty simple...I don't. As much as I wish I could, it's not always possible. This past week I had a craving for some properly <span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">smoked</span> meat. Usually when this occurs, I'll hit up some of my favorite spots such as <a href="http://gabarbecue.blogspot.com/2011/11/fox-brothers-bbq-atlanta-ga.html" target="_blank">Fox Brothers</a>, <a href="http://gabarbecue.blogspot.com/2011/11/community-q-bbq-decatur-ga.html" target="_blank">Community Q</a>, <a href="http://gabarbecue.blogspot.com/2011/09/heirloom-market-atlanta-ga.html" target="_blank">Heirloom</a>, or <a href="http://gabarbecue.blogspot.com/2011/08/grand-champion-bbq-roswell-ga.html" target="_blank">G.C. BBQ</a>. I try to keep official "hunts" reserved for other times just in case it happens to disappoint and can't satisfy my "carnivorous craving." It's kind of our rule. If we're craving BBQ, then don't do a "BBQ Hunt." I made an exception to this rule for Spiced Right Rib House to hopefully quell the hunger. We didn't make this exception because we've necessarily heard great things about the Rib House, but it was mainly due to convenience and hunger pangs. </span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKP8MitTHPfoWHDzb1gvN5GOMxbg1WHjoGZ3RicU0ZtD65Jp-u7Z1iZGUdAHbMYAyh8PeM_Yaj3rjSCZQ7Mbsu04bC99uwrdqsWbLpPCOlI69yM2h2ZyPbL9uUrJ6NvsveDD7w6mYSJQ4/s1600/IMG_4069.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKP8MitTHPfoWHDzb1gvN5GOMxbg1WHjoGZ3RicU0ZtD65Jp-u7Z1iZGUdAHbMYAyh8PeM_Yaj3rjSCZQ7Mbsu04bC99uwrdqsWbLpPCOlI69yM2h2ZyPbL9uUrJ6NvsveDD7w6mYSJQ4/s320/IMG_4069.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">We pull up...empty restaurant. I try to make conversation with the young man working the register. He informs me that he thinks Spiced Right uses pine for their smoking. This can't be true and our small talk is over. If you don't know, pine is considered a resinous wood. These types of woods can burn off harmful toxins or tars in the smoke and thus aren't usually used for BBQ. The smoke byproducts can sometimes cause allergic reactions or just make you plain sick. We placed our order of brisket, ribs, and pulled pork with two Lone Stars and hoped for the best. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig2hzpeAwE2jiTdag3q7b55DMY0eOHVynvpV3RJdYhCxcHYVPMfYZ9cO19mg6bdvCZ32M7A0cVUrhVqGzYKNJLS-PzHQ9fut5X1XO1-sDKbd1-juDk9qCM6Uk1wnYQtFmDRbKLNwCWjYI/s1600/IMG_4064.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig2hzpeAwE2jiTdag3q7b55DMY0eOHVynvpV3RJdYhCxcHYVPMfYZ9cO19mg6bdvCZ32M7A0cVUrhVqGzYKNJLS-PzHQ9fut5X1XO1-sDKbd1-juDk9qCM6Uk1wnYQtFmDRbKLNwCWjYI/s400/IMG_4064.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The interior is decorated with old beer signs and has a small stage for blues on the weekend. Besides us there was only one other table occupied. A couple to-go orders were placed throughout our meal, but it didn't really fill up anymore than that. When our food came out, Jamie and I were both pleasantly surprised. It actually looked like good BBQ! The big, meaty spare ribs (hickory smoked...not pine) were very good. They were smoky, properly seasoned, and not too overcooked. These were a far better option than the Dreamland chain not too far down the road. My first bite of thick-cut brisket was just as pleasing. It had a nice salty crust and the meat was also cooked well. Unfortunately, the first bite was the best part of the meat as the rest was too tough and had not had enough time to reach that perfect 195-205 degree internal temperature. The pulled pork was also satisfying and moist with nice pieces of bark throughout our serving. It made a decent sandwich on their white bread with pickles and one of their two house sauces. </span></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxcg5EtAxHBVcAvEQDwnlvEJUy4lTbZe7bFJ0lkmEyay0aU2Kw2oGnjlQgHRZd7otpQUyegXYeLLSmzCI7Pa-a_7GXbzdjAtH8CdT1-MPndMM4QC-Z3f1uv_NU-7-bokzLdfFTsbVfNnk/s1600/IMG_4156.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxcg5EtAxHBVcAvEQDwnlvEJUy4lTbZe7bFJ0lkmEyay0aU2Kw2oGnjlQgHRZd7otpQUyegXYeLLSmzCI7Pa-a_7GXbzdjAtH8CdT1-MPndMM4QC-Z3f1uv_NU-7-bokzLdfFTsbVfNnk/s320/IMG_4156.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>Overall, Spiced Right is your best option in Roswell. It was solid enough to leave us satisfied and on our way stuffed. </em></strong></span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1Ai8IRlaSzndu4jWZGH4uhhtJjvvsUYJnvva_SjVRGhXPrf_MBLGpxqs-DUWO4UajYg13Sj8JpSQRwYlTY_9sUaAYIUm8AhLWAZQsJHMPHvvtFh71tFgHh4atCKPq4ilonAju8sAcCwM/s1600/IMG_4159.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1Ai8IRlaSzndu4jWZGH4uhhtJjvvsUYJnvva_SjVRGhXPrf_MBLGpxqs-DUWO4UajYg13Sj8JpSQRwYlTY_9sUaAYIUm8AhLWAZQsJHMPHvvtFh71tFgHh4atCKPq4ilonAju8sAcCwM/s400/IMG_4159.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-30576858615571697462012-02-23T05:32:00.000-08:002012-04-03T11:21:05.686-07:00Briar Patch (Hiram, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">3807 Atlanta Highway</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Hiram, GA 30141</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;">770-445-3737</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;"><a href="http://www.briarpatchrestaurant.com/">http://www.briarpatchrestaurant.com/</a></span></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/806721/restaurant/Atlanta/Briar-Patch-Bar-B-Que-Hiram"><img alt="Briar Patch Bar B Que on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/806721/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhec_uJosKKuFcTWLyoRFDdGSO6C-gatHRWD3BmZhxRTfgp03G9jEls8apGAD2hyJts3g2fRXrIVoWmYXbEIjAjWOHmn1R0osf6hxKuFkm0fZm80lzGf4OtyAH30yAbK3irldFKu-Gy-_Q/s1600/IMG_3823.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhec_uJosKKuFcTWLyoRFDdGSO6C-gatHRWD3BmZhxRTfgp03G9jEls8apGAD2hyJts3g2fRXrIVoWmYXbEIjAjWOHmn1R0osf6hxKuFkm0fZm80lzGf4OtyAH30yAbK3irldFKu-Gy-_Q/s320/IMG_3823.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I remember visiting a Shoney’s restaurant as a kid. I’m not really sure who I was with or where they were, but I was there (most likely with French toast syrup all over my shirt and in my hair). Many of you probably have never been to one, and it’s ok…you didn’t miss out on anything. If one of these fantastic Shoney’s from my memory was to decide that overnight they’d like to try their hand at BBQ, then I give you Briar Patch in Hiram, Georgia. </span><br />
<br /></div>
</div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvuZDC42Ve9YycEGkIVST0JMaCmSwHG0nWv3veYJou1rD50wOBDcysYAh6zNhWJ-xDdfy3FOVGTvPdR6H6Yc7SUw3yiTq9n1jhSisTTB28LyUA6rqEYe_RpYwjnd-0_oKLsDYM6_2FpCU/s1600/IMG_3824.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="cssfloat: right; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="209" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvuZDC42Ve9YycEGkIVST0JMaCmSwHG0nWv3veYJou1rD50wOBDcysYAh6zNhWJ-xDdfy3FOVGTvPdR6H6Yc7SUw3yiTq9n1jhSisTTB28LyUA6rqEYe_RpYwjnd-0_oKLsDYM6_2FpCU/s320/IMG_3824.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_NgOZ-rYBCLOKRhn06-ZCXkKsvwJURA9esrDjVoyRQNnMWyPcYyAZRwT5Nwzr_0wnTJFjQKBc5fp7HriP2DlzRpg6r-2Jh88yABxNgchS7U7jelV8efoFIILjQkgZff-SCoiWyOlSW7Y/s1600/IMG_3822.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_NgOZ-rYBCLOKRhn06-ZCXkKsvwJURA9esrDjVoyRQNnMWyPcYyAZRwT5Nwzr_0wnTJFjQKBc5fp7HriP2DlzRpg6r-2Jh88yABxNgchS7U7jelV8efoFIILjQkgZff-SCoiWyOlSW7Y/s320/IMG_3822.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I have a couple buddies that have good memories of hunting and visiting this place before or after heading out into the woods. As we mentioned in the last post though, sometimes good food and good memories can subconsciously substituted for one another. Jamie and I headed out on a Wednesday night to visit and this place was packed! You’d expect something a little less than ordering stations with 42 inch plasma TV’s though, or at least I did. We ordered the pulled pork and rib plate with baked beans and Brunswick stew.</span></div>
</div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Gc4jqicFngBPs0zwqRbOLCrM1Tq7lQVuyDNAr6SwT_cv1H66-PXMY5MS0RtsFbb64BiyXfNqyrb0dPGU3bPtXMocgNhvTWtPg1mHCSp3qdHHuGBPCVnSjMM31U8NQTK5IlvZG7JS4LE/s1600/IMG_3820.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Gc4jqicFngBPs0zwqRbOLCrM1Tq7lQVuyDNAr6SwT_cv1H66-PXMY5MS0RtsFbb64BiyXfNqyrb0dPGU3bPtXMocgNhvTWtPg1mHCSp3qdHHuGBPCVnSjMM31U8NQTK5IlvZG7JS4LE/s400/IMG_3820.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<a name='more'></a><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMT9Iejl3t_lR79ob5I89vEIt3k2dzpfnbpz4IMAPhCzUTg2MNc2eTEAzS5eGVUu-mIRw0ut5589wsKBUUKx3xqFDyoNS1r0SK0Ud2u4g5Q8smAjQnnhVoUw6hTO7wjpmLgufKOBTqaOo/s1600/IMG_3816.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMT9Iejl3t_lR79ob5I89vEIt3k2dzpfnbpz4IMAPhCzUTg2MNc2eTEAzS5eGVUu-mIRw0ut5589wsKBUUKx3xqFDyoNS1r0SK0Ud2u4g5Q8smAjQnnhVoUw6hTO7wjpmLgufKOBTqaOo/s320/IMG_3816.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The long pieces of pulled pork were tender and moist, but it just didn’t have a lot of smoky flavor. Besides the house BBQ sauce (which resembled a cheap spaghetti sauce flavor) that was doused on top, it actually had no other flavor at all. The membrane-backed pork ribs at least had some smoke on them. They weren’t close to being cooked long enough though. They were chewy and tough, barely being able to be ripped apart. BBQ’s a little backwards. Most people think that if something is tough and chewy then it’s overcooked. If it was a grilled steak, then yes, you’d probably be right. But the longer you can let something cook at a low temperature then the longer the meat has to break down and let all of the fats and connective tissues properly render. If you take it out too soon, you’re left with a chewy, rubbery piece of BBQ. If you leave it in there too long, then it’s quite the opposite with mushy meat that literally falls apart before you can eat it (not a good thing). Other than not being cooked long enough, there was way too much cold BBQ sauce covering the half slab of ribs. Neither meat was above par. </span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The sides were equally uninspiring. The baked beans were clearly yesterday’s or the day before’s and the Brunswick stew lacked the multitude of flavors and textures that can make a great Brunswick stew. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><strong><em>I know there are a lot of people that hold Briar Patch close to their hearts, but unfortunately we couldn't share that same affection. Sorry, friends. </em></strong></span>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-52718237793753575242012-02-21T06:35:00.000-08:002012-02-23T13:30:49.040-08:00Holcomb's Bar-B-Q (White Plains, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">7070 Highway 15 South</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">White Plains, GA 30678</span><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;">706-467-2409</span></span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/149/931538/restaurant/Georgia/Holcombs-Bar-B-Que-Greensboro"><img alt="Holcomb's Bar B Que on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/931538/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Written by guest blogger, John Harper</span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr5xUYwnbuamFPQqWpch4XZ_58vk3mGAiR-xmcs6r4XuGPBNcb_u3gf88_9iXC3aIlEdEbRfU0yDe9vR-0RpfU09-LTRexwDdiEOHtzdCnxTC0QEF40kdmGlQwV45v_MtGtkGYHg3nV4Q/s1600/IMG_3787.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="cssfloat: right; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr5xUYwnbuamFPQqWpch4XZ_58vk3mGAiR-xmcs6r4XuGPBNcb_u3gf88_9iXC3aIlEdEbRfU0yDe9vR-0RpfU09-LTRexwDdiEOHtzdCnxTC0QEF40kdmGlQwV45v_MtGtkGYHg3nV4Q/s320/IMG_3787.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
</div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Everyone has “their” BBQ spot that’s the best…no matter what anyone else says. If you haven’t found yours don’t worry, one day you will. I was lucky enough to find mine in middle school. My grandfather (Granddaddy) would always take me deer hunting on cool fall weekends and turkey hunting in the spring. This equaled about fifteen weekends each year that I always looked forward to no matter what. Our hunting camp wasn’t close to home at all, which looking back made the experiences even more memorable. To get there we’d always would pass a little BBQ place on the side of the road named Holcomb’s. It wasn’t ever a question as to where we would eat on these Friday evenings. It was always Holcomb’s. This tradition began way before my time though, starting with my dad and Granddaddy hunting together many years before I was ever around. In a way, Holcomb’s has become the standard to which all other BBQ is measured. We’ve never found a place that’s even come close to our experiences here. But it makes you wonder if you’re comparing all the others to the food…or the memories.</span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Unfortunately, Granddaddy passed away a few weeks before I graduated from high school, and I haven’t eaten there since. The restaurant is 2+ hours from my house, so it’s not somewhere I can just stop by if I want to. I’ve driven by it a couple of times since then, but for whatever reason I wasn’t able to stop. Part of me wonders if I was even ready to stop. It’s been almost ten years even though it feels like just yesterday. I’m married now and life’s a little different than it was, but my dad and I still talk about our BBQ spot so much that sometimes I think I drive my wife, Leigh crazy. Leigh was ready to taste Holcomb’s for herself, so on this day I decided to take a day trip with her to White Plains and finally introduce her to something that’s been so special to me all these years. I was nervous to see if it would live up to the hype in her opinion, but in a weird way I was nervous to see if it could live up to everything that I remembered so dearly. When I pulled up and walked through the doors what kind of feelings would I have? Would I be sad, disappointed, elated, nostalgic, comforted? Is the place even still around?</span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><a name='more'></a>As my wife and I started driving out I-20, I replayed many good memories of Granddaddy and I. It reminded me how he was the first one to trust me enough to let me drive on the interstate. The first weekend that we were together after I got my learners permit, he let me drive his pick-up truck all the way from my house in Cumming to the hunting camp in Sandersville, Georgia – a good three hours. He was much more than just a grandpa or a hunting buddy to me. He trusted me and I trusted him.</span></div>
<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Holcomb’s BBQ is in located in White Plains, Georgia. If you’re heading east on I-20 toward Augusta, it’s about 10 minutes off of the interstate - a few miles after you cross Lake Oconee. The restaurant is secluded in the middle of some cow pastures with no neighboring buildings. As we pulled into the parking lot, I experienced a flood of different emotions. I was excited to eat good BBQ, sad thinking about the last time I was there when Granddaddy was still alive, and nervous to see if Leigh would like the food she’d heard about for a decade. Thankfully, my concerns about whether the place had changed were put to rest immediately.</span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">It was just like I remembered it.</span><br />
<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We pulled into the gravel parking lot next to the restaurant (which looks like an old wooden shed), walked through the slightly dented screen door, stepped onto the sawdust floor, and sat down at one of the two 70-foot long picnic tables. That’s the entire restaurant: two long picnic tables with benches on a sawdust floor. The smokers are in the back, and the bathrooms are in a separate outhouse located outside. Not one thing had changed.</span><br />
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZeMvF6r8eZYPEpbMAVsl6XotDpgfonwagpMCZdhzuBhm5TE7uxDMihTxZaryC0JJdpuufvib7jnFVV3P1-NDFzFlA9uzF_VGGg60JHxg1qZ_E6OX6P2vdYwYiOAmQdNPdVR_v1DVJdRs/s1600/IMG_3785.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="337" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZeMvF6r8eZYPEpbMAVsl6XotDpgfonwagpMCZdhzuBhm5TE7uxDMihTxZaryC0JJdpuufvib7jnFVV3P1-NDFzFlA9uzF_VGGg60JHxg1qZ_E6OX6P2vdYwYiOAmQdNPdVR_v1DVJdRs/s400/IMG_3785.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtUAzPYfL70wD0iGlF7HXVZsewbSmcjbPgZiUX6VfmMZuWGTlG29bxytjibys20AdR2jkkGmOu9K9xteloE9m9V1FiFnSwUnqZQsEPb_QdHBvxn1WYb3U-iBGuNm6GxdonNexAZoJV1FU/s1600/IMG_3782.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtUAzPYfL70wD0iGlF7HXVZsewbSmcjbPgZiUX6VfmMZuWGTlG29bxytjibys20AdR2jkkGmOu9K9xteloE9m9V1FiFnSwUnqZQsEPb_QdHBvxn1WYb3U-iBGuNm6GxdonNexAZoJV1FU/s320/IMG_3782.JPG" width="291" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiagfJifW1OgEVB4yhWDga5HQKmf6HonC9WiOxQkgTDwgKPxls2zhfavhkEO_yfXc66iQvjyaPiHEgRlalte-1iHSSESuECYDmtvVCjaBbSbqOMOcqpRlqkha5rGKMNx3PJK75TvlKgu0o/s1600/IMG_3783.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="298" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiagfJifW1OgEVB4yhWDga5HQKmf6HonC9WiOxQkgTDwgKPxls2zhfavhkEO_yfXc66iQvjyaPiHEgRlalte-1iHSSESuECYDmtvVCjaBbSbqOMOcqpRlqkha5rGKMNx3PJK75TvlKgu0o/s400/IMG_3783.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5XlQu1fwouE6rgifx-6h0CB28uzbRHT1eO_RpmKWTLtYFNkr95przkn45dvVBcIKFKQjpBnM0AmDOU45wIepAqCqNG0s4jFTTLLni9C4R4amC6_9OxFlRoztBFi14Lwtk5cftGWSBZBo/s1600/IMG_3786.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="195" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5XlQu1fwouE6rgifx-6h0CB28uzbRHT1eO_RpmKWTLtYFNkr95przkn45dvVBcIKFKQjpBnM0AmDOU45wIepAqCqNG0s4jFTTLLni9C4R4amC6_9OxFlRoztBFi14Lwtk5cftGWSBZBo/s320/IMG_3786.JPG" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The menu options were the same as they always had been: sliced or chopped pork (which you can get as a plate or a sandwich), Brunswick stew, and coleslaw. There are no other options – you can take your pick from those items. Leigh and I ordered the only thing that I have ever ordered there in the 50+ times I’ve been a customer: the BBQ plate with sweet tea (well, Leigh ordered water). The plate comes with chopped pork, stew, slaw, and served with a stack of soft, sliced white bread. A plastic container of sweet mixed pickles is also on the table. The food is served on a plastic plate, you eat with plastic utensils, and you drink out of plain Styrofoam cups. Because the tea is so good, they go ahead and put an entire pitcher on the table so it’s easy to give yourself a refill. As far as condiments, there’s only one sauce option which is a vinegar based “North Carolina style” sauce. Normally vinegar-based sauces are not my favorite, but for some reason (many reasons) I love this sauce here.</span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij3mL8tvmMiKv1kjyi_MdHjC9PMtc1lHHeh8dl55VKbHuyJdcsVFC5rCZ8MR7o5FmPkrI6QBVgBVMQYvaRhUJpMnQvVqRibclI7LrC7LuO7WDUuLSQaBXamVSpU06yevV505tCWH8-zdE/s1600/IMG_3784.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij3mL8tvmMiKv1kjyi_MdHjC9PMtc1lHHeh8dl55VKbHuyJdcsVFC5rCZ8MR7o5FmPkrI6QBVgBVMQYvaRhUJpMnQvVqRibclI7LrC7LuO7WDUuLSQaBXamVSpU06yevV505tCWH8-zdE/s320/IMG_3784.JPG" width="268" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I think I knew this already, but today proved that more than anything I love Holcomb’s because of all of the good times that I have with my grandfather. Whenever I think of this place, I don’t think of BBQ. I think of Granddaddy. I’ve noticed that as time goes on and the more my dad and I talk about Holcomb’s, the better it gets…the more it means to us. The simplicity of this particular BBQ joint and how it never changes just makes it even easier to reminisce about all the good times.</span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">To be honest, Holcomb’s wasn’t Leigh’s favorite BBQ and to be completely honest it’s probably not the best BBQ I’ve ever had either. I’m not sure what kind of “star rating” GBH would give it, but it probably wouldn’t be high. And while it’s not the best, it’ll always be the best, untouchable because of all the good memories associated with it. Restaurants aren’t always about the food. I’m far from ready for this to happen now, but one day I hope to bring my own son or grandson there and share with him the goodness of the stew, the slaw, but most importantly…share about Granddaddy.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoNakM4cdj7LR0_Rs-Fgnzz1Y1SZkmr-9MYngxAjLCypC_5SYqJUuZ64uBV6HBdgWXwO4KX4GTXSoGQdBBsEq1P2brSuO7O3cgYJY6M1qt3oWNC01V-gGDiXuBIqPEbyzrJCXFue1fqXE/s1600/IMG_3781.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="326" lda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoNakM4cdj7LR0_Rs-Fgnzz1Y1SZkmr-9MYngxAjLCypC_5SYqJUuZ64uBV6HBdgWXwO4KX4GTXSoGQdBBsEq1P2brSuO7O3cgYJY6M1qt3oWNC01V-gGDiXuBIqPEbyzrJCXFue1fqXE/s400/IMG_3781.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
</div>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-67799164236627141372012-02-09T06:23:00.000-08:002012-04-03T12:08:28.668-07:00Beaver Creek Biscuits and Barbeque (Lithia Springs, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">1451 6 Flags Road</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Lithia Springs, GA 30122</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;">770-739-0200</span></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/1509136/restaurant/Atlanta/Beaver-Creek-Biscuits-Barbeque-Lithia-Springs"><img alt="Beaver Creek Biscuits & Barbeque on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1509136/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobvsimFnCa2Cra0PmmlK_gxWpKsOKu8GF8mO5Km04u9m6-MD2RNdZvs2Gq81yHGD8kDOZ08QLFqvhdtsJHOHf1tCn5rN7RAqa8oe5BUvAAuYfUaEvh_mfk0hyaULxm6fHEMtTS4MUV9A/s1600/IMG_3693%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" sda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobvsimFnCa2Cra0PmmlK_gxWpKsOKu8GF8mO5Km04u9m6-MD2RNdZvs2Gq81yHGD8kDOZ08QLFqvhdtsJHOHf1tCn5rN7RAqa8oe5BUvAAuYfUaEvh_mfk0hyaULxm6fHEMtTS4MUV9A/s400/IMG_3693%5B1%5D.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">It's a cloudy Saturday afternoon. I call my buddy, Kenan. "Do you want to get lunch?" He replies, "Yes." "Do you want to get BBQ?".....without hesitation, "YES." </span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I love my friends.</span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">It's been a while since I've headed out to the Six Flags area in Lithia Springs. As a kid we all had season passes to Six Flags each summer and spent more time waiting in lines for rides, trying to flirt with girls, and eating junk food than I can remember. Not needing either of our parents to drive us anymore, we headed out that way to nearby Beaver Creek Biscuits and Barbeque.</span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb0XAXVambmSM9yOQ304X5zIL2aw8RYp_bRUuT4bTYdi1WCa-M_W1WqAttFltSltW7fQsJ22N4oP3NWbu4cq0syvPZRH324i_4Iurn1L_g6wEA8MJaa7IaTHOKDFm_waRXLYfl-t_-2TU/s1600/IMG_3618%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" sda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb0XAXVambmSM9yOQ304X5zIL2aw8RYp_bRUuT4bTYdi1WCa-M_W1WqAttFltSltW7fQsJ22N4oP3NWbu4cq0syvPZRH324i_4Iurn1L_g6wEA8MJaa7IaTHOKDFm_waRXLYfl-t_-2TU/s400/IMG_3618%5B1%5D.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaondT_rcrR1ZirnU1h_b3Xlf3tn2XlsS9SKjRFO8WqVQoV9JtS8pSqofU49dMv5iNg7ef5pESL8VJ9HN52kyqVxy1H8Uw0Oh2K2duTwOmQXOdKewFERHkH5dpb-T4M7WAOAyUYdgH5IU/s1600/IMG_3695%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" sda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaondT_rcrR1ZirnU1h_b3Xlf3tn2XlsS9SKjRFO8WqVQoV9JtS8pSqofU49dMv5iNg7ef5pESL8VJ9HN52kyqVxy1H8Uw0Oh2K2duTwOmQXOdKewFERHkH5dpb-T4M7WAOAyUYdgH5IU/s320/IMG_3695%5B1%5D.JPG" width="197" /></a><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Apparently this place cooks up a mean breakfast in addition to just BBQ. It was well into the afternoon or I would've been more than happy to try both. Maybe another time. Until then, the chopped pork, chicken half, and ribs will need to suffice. We got a couple sides as well which included Brunswick stew, baked beans, fresh cut fries, and coleslaw. There's nothing exciting or spectacular about Beaver Creek. This joint is old and weathered...just like I like 'em. Having served BBQ for over thirty years now, it's become a local favorite on the west side of Atlanta. It was pretty empty when we arrived with a couple locals getting takeout orders. The not-so-talkative young lady working the register seemed more concerned about getting off work than answering any of our first-timer questions. I understood though. I was sixteen once too. </span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Beaver Creek boasts a "Seminole Sauce" which seems to be a West Carolina inspired tomato, vinegar, mustard sauce. It's decent. I don't like to get into critiquing sauces too much because it's solely on personal preference. Objectively, no "style" sauce is better than the other. In addition to the "Seminole Sauce" there's also a heavy cayenne pepper flavored hot sauce. This wasn't my favorite.</span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_OnmwW5Zm3vuGK3DVDTRZI3cRt5QvFvlMQoZ2g0uByHTJWRwAw8MZklGUDY4U0j5UVKEtTQ7j_2tD3WrbeH_6lOWS9fE4yt7nl4PbP2pvtzQuPeYEIf9sGDKh0P5_TmWx3NlsIJMVNjQ/s1600/IMG_3615%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" sda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_OnmwW5Zm3vuGK3DVDTRZI3cRt5QvFvlMQoZ2g0uByHTJWRwAw8MZklGUDY4U0j5UVKEtTQ7j_2tD3WrbeH_6lOWS9fE4yt7nl4PbP2pvtzQuPeYEIf9sGDKh0P5_TmWx3NlsIJMVNjQ/s400/IMG_3615%5B1%5D.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The chopped pork here is good. It's not the best I've ever had, but it's far from the worst. The nice, smoky chunks of bark and tender pieces of pork leave no need for any type of BBQ sauce. The pork was easily the highlight of the meal though. The spare ribs were tender and smoky, but lacked any good seasoning or texture. The chicken was inedibly dry and a waste of money. The sides were all pretty ordinary and boring...average coleslaw, average Brunswick stew, average baked beans (Bush's), and average french fries. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbmbUMkJW8THRlC-pB1to3yKo9U8FuYFYtFrNTtA5iuaFxfdiWCMdAgq1-wbOs2LvtlSLxH1TKAqZlYbnxuaHEra5nvdl9U-3gzjt4eVLWZhjAN9pd_AwiBVnlowpEv6wkKt5TXsJfd1Q/s1600/IMG_3616%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" sda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbmbUMkJW8THRlC-pB1to3yKo9U8FuYFYtFrNTtA5iuaFxfdiWCMdAgq1-wbOs2LvtlSLxH1TKAqZlYbnxuaHEra5nvdl9U-3gzjt4eVLWZhjAN9pd_AwiBVnlowpEv6wkKt5TXsJfd1Q/s400/IMG_3616%5B1%5D.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"><strong><em>I'd like to make it back to Beaver Creek Biscuits and Barbeque for breakfast one of these days, but I doubt I'll be making the trip based only on their middle-of-the-road BBQ. I love the atmosphere, their use of good hickory smoke, and no frills approach. It's a pretty average meal though and not worth traveling out of your way for.</em></strong></span><br />
<br />Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-52720525778510204022012-01-23T06:58:00.000-08:002012-03-26T07:02:40.846-07:00Old South BBQ (Smyrna, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">601 Burbank Circle</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Smyrna, GA 30080</span><br />
<span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; white-space: nowrap;">770-435-4215</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.oldsouthbbq.com/">http://www.oldsouthbbq.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/121319/restaurant/Atlanta/Old-South-Barbecue-Smyrna"><img alt="Old South Barbecue on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/121319/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAK3WIzyUnspar95tjFUI0GlCOntyJsqmgnC6MEEZiYNF_yjxvzK5xGoInarzlicYDjGezz2R0xY1vHaVwQB4W12Wti_LsL-iVAjiU4KFGTP2v-28Lm5_eyHzihnbkRBNMFrSmtO4qq6E/s1600/IMG_3479%255B1%255D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" nfa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAK3WIzyUnspar95tjFUI0GlCOntyJsqmgnC6MEEZiYNF_yjxvzK5xGoInarzlicYDjGezz2R0xY1vHaVwQB4W12Wti_LsL-iVAjiU4KFGTP2v-28Lm5_eyHzihnbkRBNMFrSmtO4qq6E/s400/IMG_3479%255B1%255D.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">This converted house turned BBQ joint has been one of Smyrna's favorite BBQ spots for almost 44 years now. It proudly holds the title as the oldest continually running eating establishment in Smyrna. Old South has character, charm, and regulars who swear by their BBQ and refuse to eat anywhere else. This past week Jamie and I decided to make the journey to this Smyrna staple to pay our respects and see what all the talk was about. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuxLfVp5Q86K_PqCb1-2EInHR7m1PV-j4AxgP9MEpt_k5r4f02j36E6MVuxoZKGC9iyVW04dJOFuO1vPdprcxy0GzF2349mNNcMHAbkUd9EX4Er9NvdMh4EuO5s62fGS03-CdrLr2SDGY/s1600/IMG_3480%255B1%255D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" nfa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuxLfVp5Q86K_PqCb1-2EInHR7m1PV-j4AxgP9MEpt_k5r4f02j36E6MVuxoZKGC9iyVW04dJOFuO1vPdprcxy0GzF2349mNNcMHAbkUd9EX4Er9NvdMh4EuO5s62fGS03-CdrLr2SDGY/s320/IMG_3480%255B1%255D.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I like the lay out at Old South. There are only enough seats for about 40 people, if that. Many customers come in and are greeted by name as we find our seat. The open pit sits directly behind the counter and reminds me a lot of the kind you see at Williamson Brothers or Dreamland BBQ. I feel that sometimes these get treated as grills rather than smokers leaving the meat not as tender as you'd find in a closed smoker. We were graciously ushered to our seats where we placed our order.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The offerings are few here with chicken, spare ribs, brisket, and pork. I like the smaller menus at BBQ places. I feel like it allows you to focus on a few things and hopefully do those well. I would've liked to see some sausage on the menu, but I've gotten accustomed to not seeing that most places in Georgia. I ordered the three meat plate with pulled pork, pork spare ribs, and brisket. I requested the brisket from the moist end to give them their best shot at not serving dry or tough beef. For our sides we got the Brunswick stew and BBQ beans. I was starving on this day so our food couldn't come fast enough.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Courier New;"></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2NbsdVx8j6rmgAs7oddrwbV0LU-wgMqVup_-cL8csOPpuxGyFgYsgDpJfzxOLfhcsBO7uMvXNYbTDDpjxqBgXnmdkthajbdAS5CsXsApjSySVyjqZjWCKiMHsm5Fhf9tTD9s9r-T4Rhc/s1600/IMG_3485%255B1%255D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" nfa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2NbsdVx8j6rmgAs7oddrwbV0LU-wgMqVup_-cL8csOPpuxGyFgYsgDpJfzxOLfhcsBO7uMvXNYbTDDpjxqBgXnmdkthajbdAS5CsXsApjSySVyjqZjWCKiMHsm5Fhf9tTD9s9r-T4Rhc/s200/IMG_3485%255B1%255D.JPG" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: Courier New;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Old South has four homemade sauces and we tried them all. The "Original" and "Sweet" were probably our favorites of the four while the "Hot" didn't seem to pair well with anything. All were tomato based with a good amount of tang.</span> </span></div>
</div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4uWbyoprKMdbpFOOpr7SAailBCSlpZF0olEKrvBLWUTVHRQkcE3ZiKh3LTHbipzUrtz3dwaTCjRnE4t3zixU3voj5IPsjxfQSiDtLIbl1-NwGJnQQ5fObYX2MWycytTKoquMNSNdm-Tk/s1600/IMG_3456%255B1%255D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: right; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" nfa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4uWbyoprKMdbpFOOpr7SAailBCSlpZF0olEKrvBLWUTVHRQkcE3ZiKh3LTHbipzUrtz3dwaTCjRnE4t3zixU3voj5IPsjxfQSiDtLIbl1-NwGJnQQ5fObYX2MWycytTKoquMNSNdm-Tk/s320/IMG_3456%255B1%255D.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Our food arrived after about ten minutes of waiting. The brisket here was bad...probably the worst I've ever had (besides my first time I ever smoked one). I know it's a strong statement and I feel comfortable saying it. It had no crust at all, it was dry, and it was tough. For what it's worth, it did have some smoky flavor on it. I hated this brisket and wished I would've ordered chicken instead. The pulled pork was properly pulled into long pieces but lacked any real flavor. There were no visible pieces of bark or seasoning. It was ok at best. As for the ribs, they reminded me of the ribs I tried at Dreamland in Alpharetta (that's not a good thing). They were tough and extremely bland. The only flavor came from the hickory and oak imparted smoke. Our meats here were 0 for 3...all of them struck out. </span></div>
</div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjZXGcE7iuTb_QmFRwLEfKWAl5Y6gxfsxJWxhL9nGmjV_6vejAoqIQbiMVfzAJi9GRqW3VyXxl_WoPbbps19RT0sObCgS9cwPqOcGS1ZgJtzOkDv-9XUuzVgvRidHwoidDabkVUPl4khs/s1600/IMG_3481%255B1%255D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" nfa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjZXGcE7iuTb_QmFRwLEfKWAl5Y6gxfsxJWxhL9nGmjV_6vejAoqIQbiMVfzAJi9GRqW3VyXxl_WoPbbps19RT0sObCgS9cwPqOcGS1ZgJtzOkDv-9XUuzVgvRidHwoidDabkVUPl4khs/s400/IMG_3481%255B1%255D.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">But hold on...the Brunswick stew should not go without mention. It's flavorful with pieces of pork and lots of corn. It's properly seasoned and a great side to any BBQ meal. The BBQ beans were decent, nothing special or out of the ordinary. They were thick, sweet, and had hints of onion and garlic throughout. A decent meal here would consist of pulled pork with a big side of Brunswick stew.</span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYTtw4Xruug5uMivY8vdBzolkOammR2QkcRkHw2u9NFdosBLGyJoHWkKZr1RpMlwrzP0qF-GEUX8rYg3kiLD6RmkmPMaFGUAZXSqIRpLEmc3zIhkK37NkQI0J2FvryrUqhbAJGB_jKcRQ/s1600/IMG_3482%255B1%255D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" nfa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYTtw4Xruug5uMivY8vdBzolkOammR2QkcRkHw2u9NFdosBLGyJoHWkKZr1RpMlwrzP0qF-GEUX8rYg3kiLD6RmkmPMaFGUAZXSqIRpLEmc3zIhkK37NkQI0J2FvryrUqhbAJGB_jKcRQ/s400/IMG_3482%255B1%255D.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The staff here is extremely courteous and pleasant. You feel welcomed and at home when you walk in. The food here is a tradition for some and fairly priced, but it's just not for me. </span></div>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-26014666528578092142012-01-10T06:39:00.000-08:002012-03-26T07:09:34.198-07:00Dickey's Barbecue Pit (Kennesaw, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">1610 Ridenour Blvd. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Kennesaw, GA 30144</span><br />
<span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; white-space: nowrap;">770-427-7655</span><br />
<span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; white-space: nowrap;"><a href="http://www.dickeys.com/">http://www.dickeys.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/1619988/restaurant/Atlanta/Dickeys-Barbecue-Pit-Kennesaw"><img alt="Dickey's Barbecue Pit on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1619988/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjII4SkubiZdohDrgKJwl2XymMn1kWnX-SY71N3BxByRUqFEuC-vLUo77NKi-Fn7CCfuGMz5cZpVHkaBAyo7l-iCyRI9K1Tuja4x-h4LnMBtQAtDW4rzyFj9kvXHnZmhe2hyphenhyphen8hhyphenhyphen-zH0xY/s1600/IMG_3360.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjII4SkubiZdohDrgKJwl2XymMn1kWnX-SY71N3BxByRUqFEuC-vLUo77NKi-Fn7CCfuGMz5cZpVHkaBAyo7l-iCyRI9K1Tuja4x-h4LnMBtQAtDW4rzyFj9kvXHnZmhe2hyphenhyphen8hhyphenhyphen-zH0xY/s400/IMG_3360.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I'll be honest, I didn't have huge expectations for Dickey's Barbecue Pit. I always hope for the best whenever I walk into a new BBQ destination, but I didn't set the bar too high for this one. I've never heard great things about Dickey's, but we still wanted to see if this Texas-based BBQ stop would hold its own here in Georgia. Dickey's got its start over seventy years ago in the Dallas area and has since spread to over 170 locations in the United States. They've had a lot of success nationwide so maybe they were doing something right. There are multiple locations in Georgia, but we decided to visit the newly opened Kennesaw location for this Georgia Barbecue Hunt stop. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4dWzaQ9sTuUV9lx-lvqyQOIwHN4drxycyQgkoQpY_3510gZwYeb-7jtyH8OO17awjgIdmLWXdgt18ZUFtC4Mhcmqy6TfZJd_O9QudnPlHXmeLlEohvttNzk-JCOLW225esOvoRz8rBKw/s1600/IMG_3282.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4dWzaQ9sTuUV9lx-lvqyQOIwHN4drxycyQgkoQpY_3510gZwYeb-7jtyH8OO17awjgIdmLWXdgt18ZUFtC4Mhcmqy6TfZJd_O9QudnPlHXmeLlEohvttNzk-JCOLW225esOvoRz8rBKw/s320/IMG_3282.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I was a little turned off by the faux Texas decor when we walked in. On the other hand, I immediately noticed the pile of hickory wood and Ole Hickory smokers proudly displayed behind the counter. In my opinion, this automatically puts them ahead of such chains as Sonny's or Shane's Rib Shack. Jamie and I ordered two of the two meat combos. The first order had St. Louis style ribs (that boasted "fall of the bone!") and brisket with baked beans and coleslaw. The second order consisted of pulled pork, spicy cheddar sausage, mac 'n cheese, and green beans. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMw1bL2IAIGD0MS9sUZxxYNxw1GOXrHBSJ-1He-6V7UgHFWxqNZO08oKA9H17Esq9eEcka_IqapLqZDZg9iIO9DTqeBL6sibC-g87kluKcreTn4QVsjoS9ft2YXldD5sHKwGFIrXO4aKc/s1600/IMG_3289.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMw1bL2IAIGD0MS9sUZxxYNxw1GOXrHBSJ-1He-6V7UgHFWxqNZO08oKA9H17Esq9eEcka_IqapLqZDZg9iIO9DTqeBL6sibC-g87kluKcreTn4QVsjoS9ft2YXldD5sHKwGFIrXO4aKc/s400/IMG_3289.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikZiQwWU2XpNx26M-AJRMH2lgMG8XOQcHAUk1rNC_WVaO5y2tWuBckRKfksN7lXzFafwuTCeVSjP9otrJ2gR88-YAvyFR7Vna_zVIqfmnA8cqiRTgjzZRvyGrQIP467DFMOGfEqyT-qXA/s1600/IMG_3361.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikZiQwWU2XpNx26M-AJRMH2lgMG8XOQcHAUk1rNC_WVaO5y2tWuBckRKfksN7lXzFafwuTCeVSjP9otrJ2gR88-YAvyFR7Vna_zVIqfmnA8cqiRTgjzZRvyGrQIP467DFMOGfEqyT-qXA/s400/IMG_3361.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh90Ln2AmEpnL1rAzHpkJQNNh9Kngz7JCU5jwTHiPxWREtOLpKkYgLr6sMsxAPQbsWPVYvyxfcgeeeY5VKfW_ToULOGtk5xTrueBnrYDaNai8hNTwR1JmgzwKX3sY1GUgQqRhBk8VhyFxs/s1600/IMG_3362.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh90Ln2AmEpnL1rAzHpkJQNNh9Kngz7JCU5jwTHiPxWREtOLpKkYgLr6sMsxAPQbsWPVYvyxfcgeeeY5VKfW_ToULOGtk5xTrueBnrYDaNai8hNTwR1JmgzwKX3sY1GUgQqRhBk8VhyFxs/s320/IMG_3362.JPG" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">All of the meats are wrapped in plastic wrap to retain moisture waiting to be carved when you order. The food actually looked decent. The first thing we tried were the ribs which were surprisingly pretty good. They were well cooked, smoky, and moist. Thankfully they weren't "fall off the bone" as the sign suggested. This would just be evidence of overcooked meat. The only thing they really lacked was a nice crust or more texture on the outside of the ribs. The brisket also had a good smoky flavor, but that was about it. It was tough and chewy (from not being cooked long enough) and also lacked that nice outer bark. It was very beef jerky-esque. The pulled pork was forgetful...no flavor at all. It might have made a decent sandwich if it was lathered with some of their sauce. The last meat we tried was some of their spicy cheddar sausage. The sign should've read "Spicy Sausage Cheddar" instead because this stuff is packed with cheese...too much cheese. I love jalapeno-cheese sausage, but this was just too much cheese for me to make it enjoyable. </span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiApq7NCfRXaIuc1yoAWkdYzFtm8YN1bIEJdrbpHgmTVMgvb4jpf6uYfZAzmSWJUJZOMmmPf6U7WMi62-Rnss01HK0a5ittQ4-d7rtaawnHMq3qcjgI7pQOsfE8UzMTooFd-98nqzUZz40/s1600/IMG_3363.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" kba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiApq7NCfRXaIuc1yoAWkdYzFtm8YN1bIEJdrbpHgmTVMgvb4jpf6uYfZAzmSWJUJZOMmmPf6U7WMi62-Rnss01HK0a5ittQ4-d7rtaawnHMq3qcjgI7pQOsfE8UzMTooFd-98nqzUZz40/s320/IMG_3363.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">None of the sides really stood out here. The mac 'n cheese had high school cafeteria qualities while the beans and coleslaw were just OK. I'd recommend the green beans the most out of all the sides we tried. A decent meal here would consist of some of the ribs with a side of green beans if you're in a hurry and out of other options. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Not all BBQ in and from Texas is automatically great as evidence with Dickey's. On to the next stop...</span>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-61030602065516897992012-01-03T06:43:00.000-08:002012-03-26T07:10:10.988-07:00Zeigler's BBQ (Acworth, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">3451 Cobb Parkway NW</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Acworth, GA 30101</span><br />
<span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; white-space: nowrap;">770-529-5227</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.zeiglersbbq.com/">http://www.zeiglersbbq.com/</a></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/9/1560410/restaurant/Atlanta/Zeiglers-BBQ-Catering-Acworth"><img alt="Zeigler's BBQ & Catering on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/1560410/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgucgSq9gXt6iWWegXNmHtgR9LmmACtM47PxF70FkfGYVS9Hxe4uCL9bO3dvdDmkKGSItc4cTdqCGt99uvlg-bOfUlNnuKrYkY0kDrgMJHKl3QjrxR8bQrBgKYgNFTeL47vaMpxgotNcpI/s1600/IMG_3239.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivQ3EnmX3gX6wWN010t6cRLrKgesd1-1fsW_CWJSc6eV05QOwBKpu694p_NKHmAbwyIOaAh3ZkJSx3KDKsKLEigZgAAU2zdRx2gW3nuRG-XBJBQyyYq3RsCdxldj6dIxdGPlIjlJNYPeU/s1600/IMG_3237.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="318" rea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivQ3EnmX3gX6wWN010t6cRLrKgesd1-1fsW_CWJSc6eV05QOwBKpu694p_NKHmAbwyIOaAh3ZkJSx3KDKsKLEigZgAAU2zdRx2gW3nuRG-XBJBQyyYq3RsCdxldj6dIxdGPlIjlJNYPeU/s400/IMG_3237.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<br /></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">For our first post of the New Year, I decided to head down to Rolling Bones in Atlanta...until I found out that it's still closed due to the fire they had back in September. My backup plan would be a place that's not too far from me in nearby Acworth. I've been looking for another place close to me that serves decent BBQ as JD's in Kennesaw has been pretty disappointing lately. I've seen the "Zeigler" name at a couple competitions, but still had never set foot inside their shopping center home. Today that would change. </span></div>
</div>
<br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE8owgv8xEzrjcAiOTUmri8G_Eao7TLcV11_nnBvloV0m-PiPr_8tZ0b3aprqELWA81wm0sXeWHpQC7n4Ck4FM57TUH2PMA0AEUL3IqLk6duM4nmy6Ib3kOzI49ToBa6USkmqx8F5Husc/s1600/IMG_3238.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" rea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE8owgv8xEzrjcAiOTUmri8G_Eao7TLcV11_nnBvloV0m-PiPr_8tZ0b3aprqELWA81wm0sXeWHpQC7n4Ck4FM57TUH2PMA0AEUL3IqLk6duM4nmy6Ib3kOzI49ToBa6USkmqx8F5Husc/s320/IMG_3238.JPG" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Zeigler's is a pretty small place with an interior that reminded me of Community Q in Decatur. I would guess it can hold about forty people max on their busiest day. There's a good smoky scent in the air when you walk in. Something a little different about Zeigler's is that they primarily use pecan wood as opposed to most places in Georgia that we've visited that use oak or hickory. They proudly display </span><a href="http://www.buttrub.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Bad Byron's Butt Rub</span></a><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> at the front, which I was informed is used on most of their smoked meats. </span></div>
</div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The Zeiglers weren't around on our first visit, but the friendly staff recommended we try their brisket (twist my arm). They seemed to be pretty proud of it. I ordered some of the moist end brisket along with pulled pork, green beans, baked beans, and Brunswick stew. The prices here are fair with this meal for two ringing up just under $17. They were kind enough to split it up evenly for Jamie and I without us asking. Their apple-bourbon BBQ sauce comes on the meat ahead of time, so make sure you ask them to hold off unless you're into that sort of thing. Luckily, it's not a ton of sauce so we didn't mind too much on this day.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYiyj7UVjVThDdZNYysD8M-J7vkpUAkHMngoC7o6cRc6sRewi6ubM8o_OhqPIjOA4sg9R1ffVzRrZ45a1EI60yg1an4LUqLvUs8wyN6CcwwW-ZRuQj2QmWBxtPhwEb6-hQ_JHrbrBA5eM/s1600/IMG_3239.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" rea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYiyj7UVjVThDdZNYysD8M-J7vkpUAkHMngoC7o6cRc6sRewi6ubM8o_OhqPIjOA4sg9R1ffVzRrZ45a1EI60yg1an4LUqLvUs8wyN6CcwwW-ZRuQj2QmWBxtPhwEb6-hQ_JHrbrBA5eM/s400/IMG_3239.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEvuwq1G82jWvX-seYrgVGES7QqaAxJpmrq0gkA4AfF7z56gK3N7IBcI-dnRSkeb4iHGtz3pFBIivAtbb_GRJXwlRxP0ITTf3V5zSe10ca6RxC-8nxxawBBBrGR3CZJHr6yVXpE9ujGi8/s1600/IMG_3240.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" rea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEvuwq1G82jWvX-seYrgVGES7QqaAxJpmrq0gkA4AfF7z56gK3N7IBcI-dnRSkeb4iHGtz3pFBIivAtbb_GRJXwlRxP0ITTf3V5zSe10ca6RxC-8nxxawBBBrGR3CZJHr6yVXpE9ujGi8/s320/IMG_3240.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The brisket here when we went was fantastic. It was moist with nicely rendered fat. The thick, dark, salty crust was evidence that this meat had done some time in their pecan fueled Southern Pride smoker. The brisket went fast before we tried their pulled pork. The stringy pulled pork had nice pieces of bark, but not a lot of smoky flavor. I wasn't too impressed with pork by itself. It would've made a decent sandwich though. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The sides here weren't that notable. While I wouldn't rate a BBQ joint solely on their sides, too often they get neglected. Some of the best spots we've visited all pay their respects to making side dishes that complement their exceptional BBQ. The green beans were peppery with large petals of sweet onions and pieces of bacon. They could've used a little more salt. The baked beans were sweet and smoky, but nothing out of the ordinary. As for the Brunswick stew, the vinegar, pepper, and tomato flavors were a little too overwhelming to taste much of anything else in it. <br /><br />Right now Zeigler's has replaced JD's as my go-to place for brisket close to me. The brisket was fantastic, but I wasn't too impressed with much else here. I've still yet to try their chicken and ribs though. </span>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-22020164823511388252011-12-14T06:32:00.000-08:002012-04-03T11:23:17.496-07:00Iron Pig BBQ & Stew (Jefferson, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">121 Epps Street</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Jefferson, GA 30549</span><br />
<span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; white-space: nowrap;">706-254-5622</span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/83/804516/restaurant/Athens/Iron-Pig-BBQ-Stew-Jefferson"><img alt="Iron Pig BBQ & Stew" src="http://a1.urbns.pn/images/1/uslogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjxaJy526wYwBLIe5_IxgByQV8Hm2yTCXPiSR6C5c84ApjB5DGGM6bkwzrpMQ7N_bevKzlLJKpTs4MGMTkP16EAzJxTD3_39DeawH6bfB3gFQqGx-r2U49bx7i3unhoodE_1vjOViPzMc/s1600/IMG_2999.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjxaJy526wYwBLIe5_IxgByQV8Hm2yTCXPiSR6C5c84ApjB5DGGM6bkwzrpMQ7N_bevKzlLJKpTs4MGMTkP16EAzJxTD3_39DeawH6bfB3gFQqGx-r2U49bx7i3unhoodE_1vjOViPzMc/s400/IMG_2999.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Just as we were leaving Cabin Creek BBQ and on our way to our next BBQ destination, something caught our eyes driving through Jefferson, GA. It was a huge locomotive smoker that was part of some type of BBQ complex. I immediately pulled a u-turn to take a closer look. When we parked in the gravel lot, I noticed the enclosed cinder block pit smokehouse in addition to the gargantuan steam engine smoker. We had arrived at Iron Pig BBQ & Stew. I'd heard the name before, but only as a competition BBQ team. Over the loud speakers you could hear the funeral of legendary UGA Bulldog announcer, Larry Munson. This was like some kind of BBQ oasis. There were a couple of picnic tables available, but most of the locals were there for the take-out. After taking a closer look at both of the smokers, we excitedly stepped up to the Christmas light adorned shack and placed our order. </span><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib-G1zwu8GmZHbvXiSJB7VtgrBBcdZ_Huj3xbSk8ByHJZrjTmL7JX948Y7LLNg-zD3pn3yKAYKA5ths6kT_4VNHbgAhaIelQvHPh5MpwD2Xl3ejHsCTWkd-SHCZN-tzK1o9SjVRRFfPqs/s1600/IMG_2984.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib-G1zwu8GmZHbvXiSJB7VtgrBBcdZ_Huj3xbSk8ByHJZrjTmL7JX948Y7LLNg-zD3pn3yKAYKA5ths6kT_4VNHbgAhaIelQvHPh5MpwD2Xl3ejHsCTWkd-SHCZN-tzK1o9SjVRRFfPqs/s400/IMG_2984.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The menu items here are few including ribs, pulled pork, and chicken. I love ribs and had good luck at Cabin Creek so we ordered half of a rack and some pork sliders. We quickly found out that Iron Pig sells out of their ribs by lunchtime every day so we were out of luck. We went with the only other two meats left, the pulled pork and chicken half. The staff here was extremely courteous and let us know that if we call ahead of time we can always reserve some of their pork ribs. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Ajqq862P_uzVKDCyIEV5XgFplfCf8EAfjUgmAWHVQFQE1bHf-drTefEgMGRD7Y75nhcrY9mycpaq3A_7Kyqbjf2pOLNEgLkxi0ImrQdfomxyjlg3m457PXM7VuXNaRm6Ep50ZFgFI-M/s1600/IMG_2996.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Ajqq862P_uzVKDCyIEV5XgFplfCf8EAfjUgmAWHVQFQE1bHf-drTefEgMGRD7Y75nhcrY9mycpaq3A_7Kyqbjf2pOLNEgLkxi0ImrQdfomxyjlg3m457PXM7VuXNaRm6Ep50ZFgFI-M/s400/IMG_2996.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv-pGBjfYw0BLURYEOBV6Y8Rr1ZpwvjjbN_6-AyIaDqNHyzmpKHmGuOavMCHhEzw7U47zdatkWlWjItckFEYRfu0k2rFCde5ZCUREbN1Y1XTAl8-koK60IjDLGfJ1A16jNjOBabKAFviw/s1600/IMG_2992.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv-pGBjfYw0BLURYEOBV6Y8Rr1ZpwvjjbN_6-AyIaDqNHyzmpKHmGuOavMCHhEzw7U47zdatkWlWjItckFEYRfu0k2rFCde5ZCUREbN1Y1XTAl8-koK60IjDLGfJ1A16jNjOBabKAFviw/s320/IMG_2992.JPG" width="240" /></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The special today was a pulled pork slider. The pork was dry and covered in a heavy vinegar sauce. The same went for the chicken half. There wasn't a lot of smoke flavor on either types of meat. We had high hopes for one of the coolest BBQ places I've seen and this just wasn't their day. I did find their baked beans to be interesting. Filled with chunks of ground beef, various beans, onions, and bacon, it was probably my favorite part of the meal. The Brunswick stew was almost too peppery too enjoy.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><br /></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><strong><em>I'd love to come back to Iron Pig </em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><strong><em>for some of their ribs, but on this day the food we had was below average. What we thought might be a diamond in the rough just turned out to be dry, flavorless meats.</em></strong></span>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6078744406151662297.post-66205607208239026622011-12-12T06:37:00.000-08:002012-03-26T07:16:09.290-07:00Cabin Creek BBQ Co. (Nicholson, GA)<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">199 Memorial Drive</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Nicholson, GA 30565</span><br />
<span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; white-space: nowrap;">706-757-2267</span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/83/804642/restaurant/Athens/Cabin-Creek-BBQ-Co-Nicholson"><img alt="Cabin Creek BBQ Co on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/logo/804642/biglogo.gif" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; height: 34px; width: 104px;" /></a><br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsDrtxsiY50AAnPGgNaGOomGX4FTlHlU_Tqhz2hAlqkUkAgsa-CSkXFIP68jKKeM-hYpWrGNeKfdiBDGBh_ks9rQwdI-B-Lw6cQ4BR1l0vjl7KHfGAV0pBWqe7f5JxnIiuBNH5oJIUAU8/s1600/IMG_3004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsDrtxsiY50AAnPGgNaGOomGX4FTlHlU_Tqhz2hAlqkUkAgsa-CSkXFIP68jKKeM-hYpWrGNeKfdiBDGBh_ks9rQwdI-B-Lw6cQ4BR1l0vjl7KHfGAV0pBWqe7f5JxnIiuBNH5oJIUAU8/s400/IMG_3004.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We made a little day trip recently to Cabin Creek BBQ Company in Nicholson, GA. If you don't know where Nicholson, GA is, that's ok...neither did we. It's in the middle of nowhere just north of Athens (which is also in the middle of nowhere). If you make this day trip, make sure it's on a Friday or Saturday because otherwise you'll leave empty handed. Cabin Creek opens its doors Friday and Saturday only. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><br /></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2Zrv07nMrXTHktZ4KTQo_beHOrDelbb1EBGRhyphenhyphen-a3bPQnN8k3JxXpolG0vbv8r7QO_UBmWjXkHVqHGIdlOmqoHwAOBj-CXezyPUJFE04hjlVhNMXOGU7YxnLLKtzLQ1ZptYwCQ1Q9K0k/s1600/IMG_3007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="320" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2Zrv07nMrXTHktZ4KTQo_beHOrDelbb1EBGRhyphenhyphen-a3bPQnN8k3JxXpolG0vbv8r7QO_UBmWjXkHVqHGIdlOmqoHwAOBj-CXezyPUJFE04hjlVhNMXOGU7YxnLLKtzLQ1ZptYwCQ1Q9K0k/s320/IMG_3007.JPG" width="320" /></span></a></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">When I pulled up, I parked right outside their screened in smokehouse. There were a couple Ole Hickory smokers inside from the best I could tell. There was also a stick burner in the back that wasn't getting any use at the moment. The dining room was less than half full. I counted fifteen people, most glued to the silent TV which was playing some insignificant Division 2 college football game. Jamie and I placed our order of St. Louis style spare ribs, brisket, pulled pork, coleslaw, mac 'n cheese, baked beans, and Brunswick stew. </span></div>
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">We tried both the mild and hot BBQ sauces while we waited for our meal. Both were sweet and tangy with flavors of ketchup, vinegar, and cayenne pepper. I'd consider it "Memphis Style" if you needed to put a label on it. There wasn't a strong difference between the mild and hot sauce that we could tell. We waited about five minutes before our BBQ platter showed up. Initially, the food looked fantastic.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6F7m-2n70E6FNNI71u_jD4eEbInznfmgBDN_zMu34RLUlXrPw2-mxq0wojDbX8mH-PafhKbrwWJKOqyHbV6y6fa4TzHiApNU8pKiN_vCP2zePBMGz3nGQbjmDDGP2N0KZo50DgUrk700/s1600/IMG_3008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="273" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6F7m-2n70E6FNNI71u_jD4eEbInznfmgBDN_zMu34RLUlXrPw2-mxq0wojDbX8mH-PafhKbrwWJKOqyHbV6y6fa4TzHiApNU8pKiN_vCP2zePBMGz3nGQbjmDDGP2N0KZo50DgUrk700/s400/IMG_3008.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidMM3MkqQTQZXHwI7nGXkx4nOiLuUmE81YP2n_hxb9T1kBKaQ3tLSJsSkqfclM7UXgPwokfqXJ5j-DEvUKdtr_j-9tKovlSKC9QFAAYHTWiKS5929TI-OBjMaQgWvb08Bqyp-DxLbCTaI/s1600/IMG_3009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidMM3MkqQTQZXHwI7nGXkx4nOiLuUmE81YP2n_hxb9T1kBKaQ3tLSJsSkqfclM7UXgPwokfqXJ5j-DEvUKdtr_j-9tKovlSKC9QFAAYHTWiKS5929TI-OBjMaQgWvb08Bqyp-DxLbCTaI/s320/IMG_3009.JPG" width="240" /></a></div>
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The ribs were beautifully covered in a sweet and spicy glaze. They were cooked perfectly with a good amount of smoke throughout the whole rib, even with the membrane left on. I'm not sure if I could eat more than four or five of these due to the sweetness, but the couple that we had were great. The big pieces of pulled pork were tender and flavorful. It was a little salty with no big pieces of bark. I imagine this would have made a pretty good pulled pork sandwich though. My least favorite part of this meat triumvirate was the brisket. It was overcooked with no bark or smoke flavor. The texture made us believe it had spent most of the day baking in its own juices and not in a smoker. This wasn't my idea of great brisket. It left a strange aftertaste that we couldn't quite put our fingers on. Another thing worth mentioning was the spicy mayonnaise the brisket was served with. This was a first for me and hopefully a last. Brisket with spicy mayonnaise seems ridiculous and insulted one of my favorite cuts of meat even further. I know there are mayonnaise-based sauces originating in Alabama, and I can assure you this was not one of those. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><br /></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Everything here has some kind of kick or spice to it, even the cayenne pepper sprinkled mac 'n cheese. Our noses were both running near the end of this meal. The Brunswick stew was nicely done, but nothing too out of the oridnary. The coleslaw was way too salty for either of our liking. I'm not sure I'd drive too far out of the way for Cabin Creek BBQ, but if you're ever close and want a solid meal, then don't steer to far away from the ribs, pulled pork, and Brunswick stew. </span>Dustinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15170598522798191992noreply@blogger.com2