ssweeney’s Review of Billys Old Fashion Barbecue
Main Fare:
- My first slice (sauced) seems to be moist and fully rendered, with some bitterness noticed in the bark. Second piece (without sauce) is chewy, not fully rendered. and more bitter.
- Rib is unnaturally hot – reheat? There is some creosote in the rib… evident even underneath the sauce. Second piece seems modestly better.
- House made sausage has a good meaty flavor, and a nice spice. This is a good sausage!
Main Fare:
- My first slice (sauced) seems to be moist and fully rendered, with some bitterness noticed in the bark. Second piece (without sauce) is chewy, not fully rendered. and more bitter.
- Rib is unnaturally hot – reheat? There is some creosote in the rib… evident even underneath the sauce. Second piece seems modestly better.
- House made sausage has a good meaty flavor, and a nice spice. This is a good sausage!
Other Fare:
- Mustard based potato salad with lumps of potato. Good.
- Baked beans are standard fare, with some Texas Pete added for zip. Sweet + Hot.
Atmosphere:
- Billy’s sister-in-law is working the counter. She says they’ve been here "20 something years".
- Billy has to step out back for a radio spot. His spot airs on the radio while we are in the front room.
- Everything here comes sauced by default… just FYI.
- Locals must carry-out their barbecue, because the dining area is in need of some repairs. Double-Boner points out that there is a difference between a joint with "character" and a joint with years of neglect.
- After finishing the radio spot, Billy is enjoying a beer while getting ribs ready for the dinner hour.