Smoke Daddy’s Review of Lil Jakes Eat It AN Beat It
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Nothing below average here. My favorites were the brisket, burnt ends, and atmosphere.
MAIN FARE:
- Brisket – Thick slice, across the grain. Smoky and tender … fall apart tender. Very good.
- Burnt Ends – Smoky, but nearly as tender as the brisket. Moist. A little more of the rub flavor comes through here. Simple rub – maybe just salt & pepper? Very good.
- Rib – Nice job on the smoke flavor, meat, and rub balance. Fully rendered, but firm texture… maybe cooked a tad hot?
- Pork – Definitely butt. Don’t get as much smoke flavor here, and not much spice from the rub either.
OTHER FARE:
<<Click here for an update on Lil Jakes>>
Nothing below average here. My favorites were the brisket, burnt ends, and atmosphere.
MAIN FARE:
- Brisket – Thick slice, across the grain. Smoky and tender … fall apart tender. Very good.
- Burnt Ends – Smoky, but nearly as tender as the brisket. Moist. A little more of the rub flavor comes through here. Simple rub – maybe just salt & pepper? Very good.
- Rib – Nice job on the smoke flavor, meat, and rub balance. Fully rendered, but firm texture… maybe cooked a tad hot?
- Pork – Definitely butt. Don’t get as much smoke flavor here, and not much spice from the rub either.
OTHER FARE:
- Beans – Sweet & soft, with just a hint of spice on the finish. Standard, but good.
- Potato Salad – Using new potatoes. Mayo-based. Good.
- Cole Slaw – Crunchy and fresh. Not too creamy & not too much vinegar. Has a very subtle spice on finish.
- Sauce – Chock full-o-spice. Similar in ‘punch’ to Bryant’s, but no grit. Bold, with a good spice.
ATMOSPHERE:
- Small brick structure
- 5 picnic tables out front
- Small diner feel on inside (less than 20 seats) – Thus "Eat it AN Beat it"
- Homeade, vertical smoker pits
- Cooks his briskets in water – unique method!
