Cordwood BBQ

448 E Front St, Traverse City
(231) 252-5363

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Jessica Seith

All of the food was DELICIOUS! The pulled pork was super flavorful. The food came out quickly and the staff were very friendly. Will definitely be visiting again when we are in town.

Ryan Picariello

Best BBQ in town, hands down. Prices were good, we got our order within 7 min, and the food was AMAZING. Obvious that they put thought and effort into what they make. In a place with several food trucks competing, this one stands out. Highly recommend a stop by here. Get the brisket gyro!!!

Paula Chaney

My daughter and I went there June 26, 2025. It was her first time my 5th. Being from the south Mac n Cheese is important to be done right, they have some of the best around with pulled smoked chicken or Brisket. Great prices, huge serving size. A must everytime I go.

Review Master

One hell of a Gyro, had 0 issue giving me a custom order and didn't even uncharge me! Mac n Cheese was insanely good, how dare you make something so delicious!

Michal Fuček

Ordered their bowl with brisket. Brisked tasted good (average) but rice was overcooked and cold. quality of veggies was really low, definitely not fresh. Next time we stop in the area we will try another truck.

Fun Fact: they call their bowl Korean and they despise customers who ask for chopsticks.

Brett Heary

Brisket was pretty killer and the coleslaw was also very good.

Emily VanBrocklin

Great Brisket Mac and Awesome People!

Falon Anjel

I am really surprised to see how many people gave bad reviews based on price and portion size. My son and I each got a sandwich, they were super good, and we wanted to try the sides so we got Mac n chz, potato salad, cornbread and beans. They were all really good. But we had enough food for 4 people at least. So portion sizes are not small. The cornbread was the best I’ve ever had. Definitely recommend the this place.

marty maness

Very solid bbq and the staff was very positive. Looking forward to the expansion. Will be back.

Mosby Frederick

I've recently seen reviews that seem very unjust to the quality, quantity, and atmosphere of going to Cordwood. Cordwood has Fantastic food and at very reasonable prices. For the last 3 summers I've gone there everyone has been extremely friendly and personable! Everything they offer is freshly made.Their meats are smoked in house daily. They provide locally made gourmet potato chips on the side which is clearly stated on their menu. I guess some patrons prefer to have menus that list all the things a great quality food establishment doesn't provide, instead of the great variety of food options they offer???
Trust me! Give them a try. Not only will you not be disappointed, you will become a regular, not only for the food but also for the personal service.

Elizabeth Liz

I wish I would have seen the reviews before we went here. We got the bbq pork in Mac and cheese and a side of coleslaw. All for $34. The coleslaw tasted like straight cabbage and the Mac bowl tasted like noodles and ketchup. We will never return unfortunately. We left full but not satisfied.

Dalia Z

I recently visited this bbq food truck and left quite disappointed. I ordered 1/2 Lb or brisket with no sides, which cost $18. The portion was shockingly small for the price, and to make matters worse, I also got a bowl of mac & cheese with less than 4oz of brisket for another $18. The mac & cheese was decent, but the portion of brisket was just as underwhelming as the first order.

For a total of $46, my dining companion and I left feeling hungry and unsatisfied. While I understand that quality BBQ can come with a higher price tag, the portion sizes here were simply not worth it. Unfortunately, I won’t be returning.

Abrah Clark

Staff is so friendly, and the food is fantastic! You have to try the cornbread strawberry shortcake!

Nicole Emilia

Blonde young girl taking orders was very rude. I was asking questions about the menu and she gave one word answers, like she was bothered. I then asked if they had fries and she turned to her coworker right in front of me and said “ I’m so tired of people asking if we have fries” well maybe you should put a sign out saying we don’t have fries if you’re “so tired of it”

Sarah Snyder

The BEST mac and cheese I've ever had.

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