bkarau’s Review of Smokin Js
Located in the heart of Montalba (where the "t" is almost silent), this screened-in joint is a phoenix rising. Cooking on an offset, and doing it right. I’d hang out here all day if we didn’t have another 5 joints to go.
Review
A review is a structured editorial regarding a specific visit to a joint. In addition to the commentary, each joint is given ratings for main fare, other fare, and atmosphere.
dbarrow’s Review of Sheps Bar-B-Q
Main Fare: Ribs – needs to cook more but decent flavor Brisket – either pecan or oak wood but has a prevalent creosote taste Sausage – store bought, heavy maple flavor Hot link – good heat with a nice flavor Other Fare:
dbarrow’s Review of Smokin Js
Main Fare: Ribs – very tender, excellent smoke ring and almost falls off the bone Brisket – good smoke ring with lots of fat which is the way I like it. Juicy meat with good accordion style separation but there is a slight creosote flavor Sausage – store bought with heavy maple flavor and lots of fat …
dbarrow’s Review of Cripple Creek BBQ
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bkarau’s Review of Pitt Stop Bar-B-Que
Atmosphere bordering on the surreal and some fantastic sides counter a weak meat offering
bkarau’s Review of Lufkin Bar-B-Q
Very nice joint with great staff Love the drive thru Real pits and good fire mgt shows on the awesome rib and sausage Brisket suffers slightly from reheat process Sides are pretty good
bkarau’s Review of Stacys Bar-B-Q
Nice family joint with writing all over the walls Mustardy PS is stellar Great rib and jalapeno sausage
bkarau’s Review of Cripple Creek BBQ
Super nice staff and a cool pork shank appetizer.
dbarrow’s Review of Q Barbeque
Main Fare: Ribs – fully rendered almost fall off the bone tenderness with a good balanced rub and marinade. These ribs are done to perfection but for my liking could use a bit more rub. Pulled pork – nicely balanced between meat and sauce. Very nice! Brisket – basically served like chopped beef covered in …
Smoke Daddy’s Review of Q Barbeque
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