Scott's Walk-Up Bar-B-Q

Our recent Saturday evening visit was, unfortunately, a complete letdown from start to finish. Walking in, we were the only customers, yet there were roughly eight employees gathered at a table in the lobby. Honestly, that should have been our first clue.
Things went downhill from there. They were out of almost everything, leaving me with very limited options. I ended up settling for a pork plate that came with an incredibly skimpy portion of Brunswick stew and what tasted like chemically-treated, bagged coleslaw. All of this was served in tiny containers that looked more like they belonged with salad dressing than a main meal and the pork itself was very dry and hard, far from what you'd expect. I did enjoy tons of the mustard BBQ sauce. It was tasty.
The portion size was absolutely minuscule, especially when you consider the price. It felt like a significant rip-off for the small amount of food we received. The quality and value simply weren't there. We left feeling completely underwhelmed and regret choosing to dine here. Save your money and go elsewhere for a satisfying meal.

Great food and friendly staff. Love the walls adorned with local history.

Can't beat it. Great BBQ and Great Ice Cream, for a Great Price

Great customer service, and then there is the BBQ Chicken. Every bite is delicious. You just want to take some home. I didn't take pictures of the first and second plates because they smelled so good!

I highly recommend Scott’s Walk-Up Barbecue to anyone craving authentic, mouthwatering barbecue.
The pulled pork and ribs are outstanding — tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The homemade peach cobbler with ice cream is delicious .
The casual walk-up service adds to the charm, making it feel like a true neighborhood gem. Prices are reasonable, and the overall vibe is relaxed and welcoming.

Five stars all the way !

Thin non traditional sauce, or a vinegar and hot pepper flake sauce. Pulled pork was ok but without good sauce was just ok. Mac and cheese ok. FYI Brisket only on Fridays.

Good lunch

Great spot,lived there for years,am a Yank transplant/refugee from Jersey,now in Atlanta.What kills me is it's only 65 miles away but can take 2 hours,and driving on the autobahn here really makes you feel alive,if you like living life on the edge.Anyway,one thing that stands out is their home made BBQ sauces too,I used to send them home to civilize the barbarians back there to what BBQ is.When I now occasionally hit Cartersville I just happen to miss their hours,and it is truly the agony of defeat,I think I'm gonna call and see if they'll just send me the sauce and back home too,that would be fantastic,it's simply the best.Atl has nothing on it.

No fries and a bottle of vinegar for BBQ sauce. I won't waste anymore of their time or mine.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

The pulled pork was outstanding! Very tender and delicious! The ribs were also very good. The only issue I had was the sauce. Being from GA, I am familiar with the vinegar based sauce that is common in the south. Theirs may look the same, but the taste is vastly different. I personally did *not* like it. It tasted like ashes from the pit made their way into it. Or like someone put too much liquid smoke in it. It was more than just tangy, it was actually acid. And the other option I didn't get past more than a small taste of because it was so dang (spicy) hot, it would've rendered my food inedible... I don't mind some spice, but this was just too much. I would absolutely recommend this place. The peach coobbler is hands down, without a doubt the best I've ever tasted.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Dietary restrictions: Most of the food options are gluten-free.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

All the food we ate was delicious (4 meats) The ribs were my favorite
Service was quick and friendly

Kid-friendliness: Hotdogs and Mac and cheese

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Half Rack Ribs, Pulled Pork Half Pound, Mac N Cheese

Nicest people in Cartersville! Amazing food and the best Carolina sauces around here! Must try the half chicken and the Brunswick stew. So good!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fast service and really good bbq and stew. My first, but not my last trip

Food is really good. Sauces are good. Wish the brisket wasn't so hard to get, even on a Friday. Clean place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Side Mac N Cheese, Carolina Pork Sandwich