They're usually out of ribs or chicken or sides but whatever they happen to have the day you go is a treat. Their hours suck as well and you'll probably be stopped by bar patrons next door while walking to get grub but all of its worth it. Incredible tastes. Mix the hot and mild sauce.... Get the short ends if ya can. You're welcome.
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Jim A.
Been eating there for years. Be it 12 noon or 12 midnight, the rib sandwich is what it is. 2 pieces of bread holding the Oak cooked Ribs painted with a little sauce , doesn't get any better than this.
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Selena C.
Where do I start with this place? The ribs were extremely tough as well as dry! The chicken was soooooo dry I almost choked swallowing it! This place has really gone down hill. This will be my LAST time eating from this hell hole!
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Barry S.
I'll keep this short and sweet: Bar-B-Que King has the best ribs in the world. I've had ribs in Texas, Carolina, Tennessee, etc. and nobody has the ribs of the "King". Yes, it's only take-out, and yes, it's located in the 'hood', but I've been eating there for 30 years and will keep going for 30 more.
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Mike P.
Real basic and real good. Yes the neighborhood is "colorful", but I felt safe there. The chopped pork sandwitch was only $4.50 and it was huge! Nice smokey flavor and cooked just right. No slaw available. The Hot BBQ sauce is HOT. I would not get it again. It tasted like they add a lot of tabassco to their mild sauce. It was still really good, but next time I will get medium or a mix. The beans were great, with little pieces of pork and tasted home made or at least "doctored". The potato salad was pretty good. Those are THE sides. Like I said, basic place. This is a excellent, basic BBQ "shack". Take out only. Worth the trip if you are adventorous with the neighborhood. It did not bother me, but other mentioned it, so...
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Elizabeth D.
Rib sandwich was good, but be prepared for for rib bones in there! It's not meant to be eaten as an actual sandwich apparently. It was good, but I prefer less work for my "sandwich."
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Mike S.
An all-purpose one-stop opportunity.....like a Super Walmart....in one building you can get pit BBQ, a bar & package store...3 doors & shared staff. The BBQ is fine, sides likewise with very good grilled sausage &beans, but the ambiance is a bit off-putting to some. It is a little shop on Main, just east of Howard and often has street guys loitering out front, so you may get panhandled. Staff was quite friendly although I expect they do not get many customers as pale as me. They are still open so any suspected violation of health or other regs have not been enough to shut them down. Take-out only, but I suppose you could go in the middle door to the bar to get a beer with your grilled sausage. It gives a great fragrance to the neighborhood, but not a real attractive appearance. Have scouted it several times before venturing a full-daylight visit. Doubt I would visit after dark and I am an adventuresome type.......just not entirely fool-hardy.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : No Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No
Matthew H.
They're usually out of ribs or chicken or sides but whatever they happen to have the day you go is a treat. Their hours suck as well and you'll probably be stopped by bar patrons next door while walking to get grub but all of its worth it. Incredible tastes. Mix the hot and mild sauce.... Get the short ends if ya can. You're welcome.
(5)Jim A.
Been eating there for years. Be it 12 noon or 12 midnight, the rib sandwich is what it is. 2 pieces of bread holding the Oak cooked Ribs painted with a little sauce , doesn't get any better than this.
(4)Selena C.
Where do I start with this place? The ribs were extremely tough as well as dry! The chicken was soooooo dry I almost choked swallowing it! This place has really gone down hill. This will be my LAST time eating from this hell hole!
(1)Barry S.
I'll keep this short and sweet: Bar-B-Que King has the best ribs in the world. I've had ribs in Texas, Carolina, Tennessee, etc. and nobody has the ribs of the "King". Yes, it's only take-out, and yes, it's located in the 'hood', but I've been eating there for 30 years and will keep going for 30 more.
(5)Mike P.
Real basic and real good. Yes the neighborhood is "colorful", but I felt safe there. The chopped pork sandwitch was only $4.50 and it was huge! Nice smokey flavor and cooked just right. No slaw available. The Hot BBQ sauce is HOT. I would not get it again. It tasted like they add a lot of tabassco to their mild sauce. It was still really good, but next time I will get medium or a mix. The beans were great, with little pieces of pork and tasted home made or at least "doctored". The potato salad was pretty good. Those are THE sides. Like I said, basic place. This is a excellent, basic BBQ "shack". Take out only. Worth the trip if you are adventorous with the neighborhood. It did not bother me, but other mentioned it, so...
(5)Elizabeth D.
Rib sandwich was good, but be prepared for for rib bones in there! It's not meant to be eaten as an actual sandwich apparently. It was good, but I prefer less work for my "sandwich."
(2)Mike S.
An all-purpose one-stop opportunity.....like a Super Walmart....in one building you can get pit BBQ, a bar & package store...3 doors & shared staff. The BBQ is fine, sides likewise with very good grilled sausage &beans, but the ambiance is a bit off-putting to some. It is a little shop on Main, just east of Howard and often has street guys loitering out front, so you may get panhandled. Staff was quite friendly although I expect they do not get many customers as pale as me. They are still open so any suspected violation of health or other regs have not been enough to shut them down. Take-out only, but I suppose you could go in the middle door to the bar to get a beer with your grilled sausage. It gives a great fragrance to the neighborhood, but not a real attractive appearance. Have scouted it several times before venturing a full-daylight visit. Doubt I would visit after dark and I am an adventuresome type.......just not entirely fool-hardy.
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