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where is the bbq?
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ann p. |
i'm transplanted from the south and have been in search of good bbq for the last 2 1/2 years. any suggestions? |
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Ethan |
I used to live in Texas and I miss the bbq more than anything else. I've been living here for a decade and I still haven't found great bbq. You can "meet the man" at Dixie's in Bellevue -- plenty of heat but no flavor. Or a lot of people rave about Pecos Pit -- but I had an incident of the gastrointestinal variety after eating there so I can't give it a recommendation either. Sorry I can't be more help. |
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benny |
I just take it for granted that there isn't good BBQ in Seattle... although Ethan has a notoriously delicate system, I too experienced a tinge of gastrointestinal regret following a Pecos Pit experience. While I didn't get ill after picking up some take-out at "Willy's BBQ", which is essentially a shack on Lake City Way, I didn't finish the BBQ chicken because I think it was partially raw. So that's 2 thumbs down. I got sporked, if you will. Anyway, I've got nothing for you but would like to see your reviews of all BBQ in town so that I can benefit from your foodie sleuthing. |
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meatloaf |
On the Seattle side, in my opinion, you really should stop by Hole in the Wall BBQ on a Monday for their bbq meatloaf sandwich special. Try to beat the lunch rush since they tend to sell out. It became my regular Monday ritual for years while working in that part of town. Jones BBQ, around the corner from Pecos, is also worth a visit. On the Eastside, there are fewer options - I tend to steer towards Three Pigs. While both Jones and 3Pigs lack some of Dixie's "charm", they make up for it with the food. I tend to stick with pork and beans, so my opinions tend to be based on that part of the menu. |
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adamac |
There is no Southern BBQ in Seattle. If you're looking for something similar, check out the pulled pork sandwiches at Pecos in Sodo (watch out for the spice here - I don't go above medium and I like hot food) or Hole in the Wall in Pioneer Square (and make sure to ask for it hot and wet). |
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BigGreenFrank |
I like how people have made 1 visit snap judgements on some of these places. Any real BBQ fan knows that most places are going to have good days and bad days, it's just the nature of the cuisine... And yeah, this isn't Memphis or North Carolina, so you're not going to get anything on THAT level of BBQ.But here are some of the Q places, where I've had some good stuff.Jones (although they've been out of their ribs the last two times I've gone and their other stuff isn't as good), Texas Roadhouse in Woodinville (ribs), Teddy Bear in Duvall (ribs and pulled pork), Willy's on Lake City Way (brisket), Smokin Pete's in Ballard (brisket and ribs), Smokehouse in Everett. |
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cameron anderson |
there are a lot of good recommendations, and it's really inspiring me to go out and try a few. to throw my own two cents into the mix, i would recommend OK Corral in north seattle. it's more louisiana style than anything else, but there are never any fancy, odd or overpowering seasonings to the meat (though things can be a bit soppy in sauce). otis is a great guy, too. the place specializes in ribs and chicken, and sides consist of collard greens and beans. definitely nothing too fancy. prices are reasonable and service is friendly. for pizzaz, there's Ranch House around Tacoma, which has won various awards all around the nation (and internationally) as well as featured on the food channel. last i heard, the restaurant was flooded over from winter storms, but they are working on rebuilding. |
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tengel |
my mom is a 5th generation texan and swears by pig iron bbq near georgetown. their brisket is to die for... |
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www.seattlefoodster.com |
Pig Iron is an excellent choice but I've found that I really enjoyed "fancy" BBQ at the Frontier room in downtown... Another good one that I haven't written about is Steel Pig... they BBQ is more pepper and vinegar sauce but they have bottles of standard BBQ sauce if you like... check out some more BBQ places herewww.seattlefoodster.com/?cat=23 |
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mgcarbonell |
Willy's down in Beacon Hill is by far better than the one up on Lakecity. I've been going there for years now whenever I want Barbeque. |
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Anne0523 |
I'll second the OK Corral. I just haven't had any BBQ that I like better unless it's made at home. Just be warned that it's in a little shack on Greenwood. If you get nervous about going into small divey places this might worry you a bit, but once inside the smells will calm your nerves. There are no menus. They cook chicken, hotlinks, ribs and sometimes catfish. Go for the hook up for a giant meal of chicken, hotlinks and ribs. Sides are usually beans, greens and hush puppies. |
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Kalster |
What a bunch of uneducated whiners! Here's the list:Willies Taste of Soul - Rainier Ave.Jones BBQ just off of Rainier Ave. Seattle in Columbia CityDixie's BBQ at Safeco Field ( Mariners Game)Iron Pig BBQ on 1st AveCalamity Janes, Airport Way - Georgetown -Seattle - Ribs |
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atheling |
Smokin' Pete's was a winner (in Ballard) for me - I lived in Texas years ago and I love Pete's brisket! |