The food is everything!! The best ribs puts Community bbq to shame. Mac n cheese with rib meat in it! You got to be kidding me! Soooo good. The baked beans was awesome. I live and Stockbridge this lady has a customer for life!
Maria A.
Bradd, the master bbq man here is a BBQ God! *Statement of the year y'all* This little shack in the wall, packs pure southern bliss! From smoked ribs, to pulled pork, the menu here will leave your little heart happy as it will fulfill your culinary bbq desires. Seriously!! This is a very informal place, you order at the window and you pick a table on the patio. Plenty of sitting in this small establishment and plenty of shade too. No fancy cocktails here, just some good old beers and soft drinks to accompany your delicious meal. The lovely lady at the window, will holler your name or carry your food to you. Easy peasy. The best BBQ in Decatur. A must try it for a happy full belly.
J M.
Very spartan BBQ shack but don't let that fool you. The building is so tiny you may miss it it without GPS. But if you've ever had BBQ in a small town in the south you'll recognize this place instantly. Parking can be an issue but the food is worth it. Seating is outside so be prepared -- it can get hot even in the shade. The trade off is you get the smell of the cooker for free. They also do to-go and generally BBQ travels better than other food categories so that may be your answer. Food is very good -- they do house potato chips instead of fries and they are also very good (and survive the drive home much better than fries).
Gerard B.
Excellent BBQ. Loved the loaded potato salad. Great for takeout as seating is limited to an outdoor picnic table.
Chris C.
I don't know how this place isn't slammed 24/7. This is hands down the best barbecue I've had in GA. I've been several times and usually just get a pulled pork sandwich, but the ribs and chicken also killer. I've never had anything bad from here. The sides are also fantastic with a special shout-out to the beans and slaw. The chef is wonderful and makes everything from scratch, even his own hot sauce and ice cream which rotate. The atmosphere is great for a hot day sitting under the umbrellas with a local beer and plenty of napkins. Almost forgot about the pickles, but them by at least the pint. It still won't be enough.
Todd H.
I try not to give five stars right away but this little brick shack by the railroad merits it! Having passed by before during lunchtime walks, I decided to try BBQ Cafe by ordering online for pickup but was able to enjoy my order in the courtyard dining area. Not wanting to make a mess, I chose the BBQ Bowl over the ribs or sandwiches. But in the strength of the pulled pork, I'll definitely give those a try on future visits. The pork was smoky and juicy while the slaw, potato salad, beans and pickles had zing, tang, and crunch without smothering the overall dish. The staff were wonderful and it was a shame I had to return to work. Sitting by the smoker, soaking in the music and aroma of charred hardwood was very enjoyable. I hope this place sticks around because downtown needs restaurants like this!
Justin L.
I'm so glad this place opened up so close to us. The food is incredible! The pricing is very good for such quality taste. Hopefully people find out about this place asap and keep it busy. It's a great addition to the decatur food scene. Ask Brad for some of his home made hot sauces. Yeeee
Ahmad W.
I got a brisket sandwich that comes with the house chips taste delicious. I got a sweet tea to go with it. I also got a slice of cornbread. First time visiting its in Decatur off off Trinity next right on Howard.
Dave B.
They sell brisket by the pound only and you have never seen a finer slice. It is a perfect smoke, the carmelized fat has more flavor than any single piece of meat deserves. It's edible with just a plastic fork it pulls apart perfectly. The sauce is good to great depending on your preferences but it doesn't rule the dish. It makes it better but not by much. I have not tried other items but I will. The brisket is the hardest and if you nail this, everything else should be top notch too. Photo below is 1/2 pound. Other 1/2 packed for tomorrow.
Shane H.
This has become our go-to barbecue spot. Everything we've tried has been delicious, but two things really stand out to me. I buy their bread and butter pickles by the quart. I always want to have them in my fridge. And the ribs are outstanding. But you really can't go wrong here.
What a spot! This place was an absolute joy. The service was above and beyond and all employees were very friendly. We ordered the plates with brisket, pulled pork, corn salad, potato salad, and baked beans. It was a great balance and not too heavy. We even saved room for dessert - the banana pudding - which was very fresh and sweet. I've definitely found my go-to BBQ spot in Decatur and am already planning another trip back!
Lori B.
Stopped by on the recommendation of some friends. My meat-loving hubby really liked the pulled pork (smoked over pecan wood, apparently) and Miss. style sauce. The corn salad was tasty and not something I typically see at BBQ places. I wouldn't order the Brunswick Stew again, though - it was a little thin for my taste, had too much corn, and lacked lima beans and potatoes (so not really Brunswick Stew, IMHO.) Next time, I'll try the potato salad based on other reviews. Very easy ordering and pick-up. Serving sizes and price point = great value.
Bub I.
Driven past this place a dozen times and finally tried it out after seeing the write-up in the AJC. It's dang good. Tried the pulled pork, baked beans and brunswick stew. The pulled pork was solid and I really enjoyed the bbq sauce. The brunswick stew is probably one of the best I've had in Atlanta (and I've had a lot of brunswick stew...). Great addition to the neighborhood. Can't wait to go back and try out the rest of the menu!
Michael L.
Gave this place a shot since I heard it recently opened (the old Las Brasas location). I loved the fact that when one walks up to the little shack, you're literally enveloped in smoke flavor. Took a stab at a panel of meats including the brisket, 1/2 chicken, pulled pork, and ribs (ordered takeout via toasttab on their website). All of them were executed competently in terms of having plenty of simple smoke flavor, and out of the 4 meats I was most satisfied with the pulled pork and the ribs. As for the brisket and chicken- both could have benefited from a bit more seasoning/rub/salt. The brisket rub on the outside was plenty tasty, but the middle of the meat was bland. The chicken looked like it was going to be killer- but then I found it slightly difficult to cut- it felt like it was on the soft side...the benefit is that the chicken wasn't overcooked...but I got a strange feeling that it was on the brink of being undercooked? I liked the slightly sweet rub on the ribs, and even though the meat was on the drier side, I enjoyed the chew- and cleaned off my bones. The pulled pork just tasted really balanced- enough smoke flavor- not overwhelming, and was seasoned just right. As for the bread pudding and banana pudding desserts...please get both. You won't regret it. So for a first try of the meats, this place was A-OK. Their desserts made me give them an extra star. :-)
Maddy B.
We were so sick of eating at home, and the pick-up counter at BBQ Cafe was such a breeze! Everyone is wearing masks and we only waited a few min outside for our order. We got the brisket to go and it was really delicious! Loads of flavor and the sauce- tangy and perfectly paired with the brisket. This is a Mississippi style BBQ joint and our first time trying these flavors has more than paid off! Our family doesn't eat pork, but the half chicken is amazing (sorry no pics!) and so is the brisket. One plate, which my mom and I shared, of BBQ and two sides came out to $15 bucks. That is a delicious deal! We will definitely be coming here again- for the smoked meats and the bread pudding which is OUT OF THIS WORLD!
The food is everything!! The best ribs puts Community bbq to shame. Mac n cheese with rib meat in it! You got to be kidding me! Soooo good. The baked beans was awesome. I live and Stockbridge this lady has a customer for life!
Bradd, the master bbq man here is a BBQ God! *Statement of the year y'all* This little shack in the wall, packs pure southern bliss! From smoked ribs, to pulled pork, the menu here will leave your little heart happy as it will fulfill your culinary bbq desires. Seriously!! This is a very informal place, you order at the window and you pick a table on the patio. Plenty of sitting in this small establishment and plenty of shade too. No fancy cocktails here, just some good old beers and soft drinks to accompany your delicious meal. The lovely lady at the window, will holler your name or carry your food to you. Easy peasy. The best BBQ in Decatur. A must try it for a happy full belly.
Very spartan BBQ shack but don't let that fool you. The building is so tiny you may miss it it without GPS. But if you've ever had BBQ in a small town in the south you'll recognize this place instantly. Parking can be an issue but the food is worth it. Seating is outside so be prepared -- it can get hot even in the shade. The trade off is you get the smell of the cooker for free. They also do to-go and generally BBQ travels better than other food categories so that may be your answer. Food is very good -- they do house potato chips instead of fries and they are also very good (and survive the drive home much better than fries).
Excellent BBQ. Loved the loaded potato salad. Great for takeout as seating is limited to an outdoor picnic table.
I don't know how this place isn't slammed 24/7. This is hands down the best barbecue I've had in GA. I've been several times and usually just get a pulled pork sandwich, but the ribs and chicken also killer. I've never had anything bad from here. The sides are also fantastic with a special shout-out to the beans and slaw. The chef is wonderful and makes everything from scratch, even his own hot sauce and ice cream which rotate. The atmosphere is great for a hot day sitting under the umbrellas with a local beer and plenty of napkins. Almost forgot about the pickles, but them by at least the pint. It still won't be enough.
I try not to give five stars right away but this little brick shack by the railroad merits it! Having passed by before during lunchtime walks, I decided to try BBQ Cafe by ordering online for pickup but was able to enjoy my order in the courtyard dining area. Not wanting to make a mess, I chose the BBQ Bowl over the ribs or sandwiches. But in the strength of the pulled pork, I'll definitely give those a try on future visits. The pork was smoky and juicy while the slaw, potato salad, beans and pickles had zing, tang, and crunch without smothering the overall dish. The staff were wonderful and it was a shame I had to return to work. Sitting by the smoker, soaking in the music and aroma of charred hardwood was very enjoyable. I hope this place sticks around because downtown needs restaurants like this!
I'm so glad this place opened up so close to us. The food is incredible! The pricing is very good for such quality taste. Hopefully people find out about this place asap and keep it busy. It's a great addition to the decatur food scene. Ask Brad for some of his home made hot sauces. Yeeee
I got a brisket sandwich that comes with the house chips taste delicious. I got a sweet tea to go with it. I also got a slice of cornbread. First time visiting its in Decatur off off Trinity next right on Howard.
They sell brisket by the pound only and you have never seen a finer slice. It is a perfect smoke, the carmelized fat has more flavor than any single piece of meat deserves. It's edible with just a plastic fork it pulls apart perfectly. The sauce is good to great depending on your preferences but it doesn't rule the dish. It makes it better but not by much. I have not tried other items but I will. The brisket is the hardest and if you nail this, everything else should be top notch too. Photo below is 1/2 pound. Other 1/2 packed for tomorrow.
This has become our go-to barbecue spot. Everything we've tried has been delicious, but two things really stand out to me. I buy their bread and butter pickles by the quart. I always want to have them in my fridge. And the ribs are outstanding. But you really can't go wrong here.
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What a spot! This place was an absolute joy. The service was above and beyond and all employees were very friendly. We ordered the plates with brisket, pulled pork, corn salad, potato salad, and baked beans. It was a great balance and not too heavy. We even saved room for dessert - the banana pudding - which was very fresh and sweet. I've definitely found my go-to BBQ spot in Decatur and am already planning another trip back!
Stopped by on the recommendation of some friends. My meat-loving hubby really liked the pulled pork (smoked over pecan wood, apparently) and Miss. style sauce. The corn salad was tasty and not something I typically see at BBQ places. I wouldn't order the Brunswick Stew again, though - it was a little thin for my taste, had too much corn, and lacked lima beans and potatoes (so not really Brunswick Stew, IMHO.) Next time, I'll try the potato salad based on other reviews. Very easy ordering and pick-up. Serving sizes and price point = great value.
Driven past this place a dozen times and finally tried it out after seeing the write-up in the AJC. It's dang good. Tried the pulled pork, baked beans and brunswick stew. The pulled pork was solid and I really enjoyed the bbq sauce. The brunswick stew is probably one of the best I've had in Atlanta (and I've had a lot of brunswick stew...). Great addition to the neighborhood. Can't wait to go back and try out the rest of the menu!
Gave this place a shot since I heard it recently opened (the old Las Brasas location). I loved the fact that when one walks up to the little shack, you're literally enveloped in smoke flavor. Took a stab at a panel of meats including the brisket, 1/2 chicken, pulled pork, and ribs (ordered takeout via toasttab on their website). All of them were executed competently in terms of having plenty of simple smoke flavor, and out of the 4 meats I was most satisfied with the pulled pork and the ribs. As for the brisket and chicken- both could have benefited from a bit more seasoning/rub/salt. The brisket rub on the outside was plenty tasty, but the middle of the meat was bland. The chicken looked like it was going to be killer- but then I found it slightly difficult to cut- it felt like it was on the soft side...the benefit is that the chicken wasn't overcooked...but I got a strange feeling that it was on the brink of being undercooked? I liked the slightly sweet rub on the ribs, and even though the meat was on the drier side, I enjoyed the chew- and cleaned off my bones. The pulled pork just tasted really balanced- enough smoke flavor- not overwhelming, and was seasoned just right. As for the bread pudding and banana pudding desserts...please get both. You won't regret it. So for a first try of the meats, this place was A-OK. Their desserts made me give them an extra star. :-)
We were so sick of eating at home, and the pick-up counter at BBQ Cafe was such a breeze! Everyone is wearing masks and we only waited a few min outside for our order. We got the brisket to go and it was really delicious! Loads of flavor and the sauce- tangy and perfectly paired with the brisket. This is a Mississippi style BBQ joint and our first time trying these flavors has more than paid off! Our family doesn't eat pork, but the half chicken is amazing (sorry no pics!) and so is the brisket. One plate, which my mom and I shared, of BBQ and two sides came out to $15 bucks. That is a delicious deal! We will definitely be coming here again- for the smoked meats and the bread pudding which is OUT OF THIS WORLD!