The bbq pork sandwich was amazing. The ladies working were wonderful. They were working their butts off!! Cannot wait to come back. They sell out before they close so get there early!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Sandwich, Corn Bread
Brendan Macking
Just driving by and the fresh meat smell captured my attention. Glad I stopped by. They were busy but I was still served in under 10 minutes meat fresher than anywhere in town. The smoker outside isn’t just for decoration. The sausage was immaculate. I’ll be back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Baked Beans
Cary Grossman
Saw this place after we drove up from St. Pete for a Doc appointment a few weeks back and figured we’d give it a try next time we were there. And damn, did not disappoint. We both had the 1 meat combo with ribs, they were delicious and the sides, just wow.Gotta say the service was ??, we’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rib Dinner
Stan Windsor
Came down from Toronto for the Blue Jay's game and fell in love with everything about BJ's Alabama BBQ. The staff was amazing and when I finished my 3 meat combo meal, I had to get another order to go because we leave tomorrow morning to drive back to the Great White North. Get there early before they sell out because it is that good. JUSTICE SERVED FOR SAVANNAH
I'm a frequent customer of BJ's. Outstanding food, and friendly and professional service. The ribs and the sauce are the best. Great sides and the sweet potato pies are very good. But you've got to get there early! The only restaurant I go to for ribs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joni West
I have been wanting to try BJ’s for a long time—after all, no one does bbq like Alabama!—and today I finally got my chance. Delicious! Unique sauce: not too sweet, not too spicy, but a nice combination of the two. I had the pulled pork sandwich. It had the smokey flavor I always look for in good barbecue and some nice crispy edges, but the inside was moist and tender. All of the sides were homemade, southern style. The staff was delightful! Cheery and attentive, they served us at our table after ordering at the counter and checked in regularly to make sure that we were enjoying our visit. Can’t wait to go back!Update 2 years later: Since that review, my partner and I have become regulars at BJs and can always count on an enthusiastic greeting from the owner when we walk in the door. We crave their barbecue and drive across Tampa as often as possible to get our fix.My partner’s birthday was this week, and several of my family members coming from St. Pete wanted a convenient place to meet us for lunch in Tampa. BJs fit the bill, being just a short distance off the Gandy. They confirmed that the food lived up to our high praise, and the service went above and beyond. The owner personally pulled tables aside to create a space for the six of us to sit and delivered our food and refills to our table, taking the time to make us feel appreciated and welcomed. And this was during their Friday lunch rush!!BJs takes care of their customers, and as long as we are in Tampa, we will be fans and loyal customers of the best barbecue in the city.
Dominic Cesare, Esq
Immediately felt like family!! Couldn't ask to feel more welcome! BBQ beef was so delicious! I most definitely will be back when in Tampa again...thank you all so very much for your amazing hospitality & delicious BBQ! 10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J T
Fast and excellent service. Friendly and personal staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs, Sausage
Jay J
LONG AND HONEST REVIEW INCOMING: I got a delivery order from this spot that included all of the meats, as well as a side of greens, Mac and cheese, baked beans, and potato salad. I will start off by saying the meat was amazing! The smoked flavor along with their barbecue sauce really set off the meal. However, the ribs were over cooked, dry and chewy. That being said, overall the meat was pretty good. Now the bad part; the sides were just plain horrible. The greens were the worst I’ve ever had. Not cleaned correctly leaving a gritty and sandy texture, not cooked fully and just bland. Tastes like dirt. The potato salad was okay, tasted like a regular, pre-made, store bought potato salad. The beans were decent, but had a strong taste of cinnamon which wasn’t good and off-put them. The mac and cheese tastes like frozen stoffers mac and cheese and was bland and gummy. This is some good barbecue as far as the sausage, beef, pork, and chicken goes and I would order it again but just those select meats. I give them a three because they have the potential to be amazing, just need to tweak a few recipes. I would try this place again.
It's not fast food but it's great food. Some of the best BBQ in town. Good Family Owned and Operated Business. Damn good food. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Gee Foo
Drove 1 hour because I heard about this resturant, heard that it was the best BBQ in Tampa and boy were they right. The Co Owner Brandi made me feel like I was at my Cousin House lol. She was so welcoming and informative. The FOOD WAS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!! The Sausage, the Ribs, the Beans, wow mouthwatering as I type. Brandi, I will be back soon Cousin, thank you so much for making us feel appreciated.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mac N' Cheese BBQ Beans, Sandwich, Pork Sandwich, Ribs, Sausage, Potato Salad, Baked Beans
sheila ford
The staff here was absolutely amazing. Brandy made you feel like family as soon as we walked through the door. In conversation, we told her this was our first time visiting and she gave us sausage to sample since we had ordered ribs. The sausage was amazing, and yes I went back and ordered the sausage. The rib dinner, including the sides were absolutely delicious. They were seasoned well and the smoke was just right. We now have a favorite spot in Tampa! Great job BJ's Alabama BBQ!!
The bbq pork sandwich was amazing. The ladies working were wonderful. They were working their butts off!! Cannot wait to come back. They sell out before they close so get there early!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Sandwich, Corn Bread
Just driving by and the fresh meat smell captured my attention. Glad I stopped by. They were busy but I was still served in under 10 minutes meat fresher than anywhere in town. The smoker outside isn’t just for decoration. The sausage was immaculate. I’ll be back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Baked Beans
Saw this place after we drove up from St. Pete for a Doc appointment a few weeks back and figured we’d give it a try next time we were there. And damn, did not disappoint. We both had the 1 meat combo with ribs, they were delicious and the sides, just wow.Gotta say the service was ??, we’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rib Dinner
Came down from Toronto for the Blue Jay's game and fell in love with everything about BJ's Alabama BBQ. The staff was amazing and when I finished my 3 meat combo meal, I had to get another order to go because we leave tomorrow morning to drive back to the Great White North. Get there early before they sell out because it is that good. JUSTICE SERVED FOR SAVANNAH
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs, Everything Platter, Baked Beans
I'm a frequent customer of BJ's. Outstanding food, and friendly and professional service. The ribs and the sauce are the best. Great sides and the sweet potato pies are very good. But you've got to get there early! The only restaurant I go to for ribs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been wanting to try BJ’s for a long time—after all, no one does bbq like Alabama!—and today I finally got my chance. Delicious! Unique sauce: not too sweet, not too spicy, but a nice combination of the two. I had the pulled pork sandwich. It had the smokey flavor I always look for in good barbecue and some nice crispy edges, but the inside was moist and tender. All of the sides were homemade, southern style. The staff was delightful! Cheery and attentive, they served us at our table after ordering at the counter and checked in regularly to make sure that we were enjoying our visit. Can’t wait to go back!Update 2 years later: Since that review, my partner and I have become regulars at BJs and can always count on an enthusiastic greeting from the owner when we walk in the door. We crave their barbecue and drive across Tampa as often as possible to get our fix.My partner’s birthday was this week, and several of my family members coming from St. Pete wanted a convenient place to meet us for lunch in Tampa. BJs fit the bill, being just a short distance off the Gandy. They confirmed that the food lived up to our high praise, and the service went above and beyond. The owner personally pulled tables aside to create a space for the six of us to sit and delivered our food and refills to our table, taking the time to make us feel appreciated and welcomed. And this was during their Friday lunch rush!!BJs takes care of their customers, and as long as we are in Tampa, we will be fans and loyal customers of the best barbecue in the city.
Immediately felt like family!! Couldn't ask to feel more welcome! BBQ beef was so delicious! I most definitely will be back when in Tampa again...thank you all so very much for your amazing hospitality & delicious BBQ! 10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fast and excellent service. Friendly and personal staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs, Sausage
LONG AND HONEST REVIEW INCOMING: I got a delivery order from this spot that included all of the meats, as well as a side of greens, Mac and cheese, baked beans, and potato salad. I will start off by saying the meat was amazing! The smoked flavor along with their barbecue sauce really set off the meal. However, the ribs were over cooked, dry and chewy. That being said, overall the meat was pretty good. Now the bad part; the sides were just plain horrible. The greens were the worst I’ve ever had. Not cleaned correctly leaving a gritty and sandy texture, not cooked fully and just bland. Tastes like dirt. The potato salad was okay, tasted like a regular, pre-made, store bought potato salad. The beans were decent, but had a strong taste of cinnamon which wasn’t good and off-put them. The mac and cheese tastes like frozen stoffers mac and cheese and was bland and gummy. This is some good barbecue as far as the sausage, beef, pork, and chicken goes and I would order it again but just those select meats. I give them a three because they have the potential to be amazing, just need to tweak a few recipes. I would try this place again.
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Everything Platter
Great BBQ! It's worth the trip.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Wow wow wow! Some of the best bbq I’ve ever had will make this a regular stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Beef Sandwich, Potato Salad
It's not fast food but it's great food. Some of the best BBQ in town. Good Family Owned and Operated Business. Damn good food. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Drove 1 hour because I heard about this resturant, heard that it was the best BBQ in Tampa and boy were they right. The Co Owner Brandi made me feel like I was at my Cousin House lol. She was so welcoming and informative. The FOOD WAS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!! The Sausage, the Ribs, the Beans, wow mouthwatering as I type. Brandi, I will be back soon Cousin, thank you so much for making us feel appreciated.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mac N' Cheese BBQ Beans, Sandwich, Pork Sandwich, Ribs, Sausage, Potato Salad, Baked Beans
The staff here was absolutely amazing. Brandy made you feel like family as soon as we walked through the door. In conversation, we told her this was our first time visiting and she gave us sausage to sample since we had ordered ribs. The sausage was amazing, and yes I went back and ordered the sausage. The rib dinner, including the sides were absolutely delicious. They were seasoned well and the smoke was just right. We now have a favorite spot in Tampa! Great job BJ's Alabama BBQ!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cole Slaw, Ribs, Sausage, Rib Dinner
Excellent, great service; nice staff.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich