Stopped by on my way to Colvin Run Mill, never heard of it just saw it on a map (from out of town). Woman was nice enough to help me try two meats. Both were good. Brisket is probably better earlier in the day (I was there at 3) and sausage was good. Had 5 sauces but their sweet was excellent, definitely top tier. Didn't try the others. Another respectable BBQ place per the opinion of this Texan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephanie Stanek
This was my first visit to this BBQ joint and am skeptical about a return visit. The ribs didn't have much meat on the bone but my server, Molly was a sweetheart and procured more ribs so she provided excellent service. Moreover, I ordered collards and there was no meat like ham hocks, turkey bits or brisket in the greens. My server admitted it occasionally happens. I thought the sausage was delicious and so was the cucumber salad. I might return for brisket but am nervous about how unimpressive the ribs were. Molly was terrific and made my visit more bearable but just didn't feel like it was worth my visit.
It might be time to make the drive to Willards next time although this joint was closer to my hotel.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Eric W
Really great BBQ spot off the beaten path. The food portions were large, quality, good menu, and the sauces for BBQ were delicious (the fire and spicy were great). Jesse (the bartender) was one of the nicest guys we’ve met in a while and his great energy was the icing on the cake. We’ll def be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Raymond Wilson
Great food and staff
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
brynn blunt
I had take out... but service was great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
George Dressel
Drove from Baltimore. Everything was excellent. Mookie bbq sauce is one of my favorite sauces
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laura Galindo
Food and service are always amazing. Always treated us well. We haven't been here in 6 years, and the food and service is as great as it was then.
Nastasia B
Stopped by Mookie's with a friend and had a pretty mixed experience. The service was a definite highlight, but the food and atmosphere didn't quite match up.
The service was excellent, and the staff was friendly and attentive, which made for a pleasant experience. I'd give them a solid 4 stars. The restaurant itself has a decent, casual vibe, but the atmosphere felt a bit average, earning it a 3-star rating from me.
For the food, I ordered the buffalo wings. They were grilled and had a good, smoky flavor, but they were a little on the dry side. I found that the side sauces were what really made them enjoyable. I also tried the potato salad, which was just okay—nothing particularly memorable. My friend wasn't very impressed with their order, either, noting that the pulled chicken sandwich and baked beans were not very tasty or well-seasoned.
Overall, it's a place with great service and potential, but the food didn't quite deliver. It's worth a try if you're in the area, but I'd suggest being strategic with your order.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Ian Stong
We had the special which contained a large variety of meats. The brisket was tender and the pulled pork and chicken were good. Liked the barbecue sauces as well.
Not worth the calories as the bread was stale, the meat was salty, the bbq beans were one dimensional sweet. The corn bread and corn were good as was the original bbq and mustard sauce but they weren’t enough to redeem the meal. The atmosphere wasn’t anything to comment on.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Brian Barnes
The burnt ends are amazing! There is simply nothing more to say... they are that good. Staff is friendly. We usually do take out, so I can't speak to the atmosphere of dining in.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Len Curry
Mookie’s BBQ is for barbecue lovers! Jessie, our server, was fantastic—super attentive and gave great menu suggestions that made our meal even better.
We started with the nachos and wings, both served in perfect portions and bursting with flavor. The brisket on the nachos was a standout—tender, smoky, and loaded with that rich BBQ goodness. The burnt ends were absolutely delectable: moist, flavorful, with a beautiful smoke ring and bark, and surprisingly not overly fatty while still juicy. The ribs were cooked to perfection—soft enough to pull apart but still held together nicely in your hand.
The sides were just as impressive. The mac and cheese was creamy and comforting, and the collard greens were packed with flavor.
Highly recommend Mookie’s if you're in the area and craving some top-tier BBQ. You won’t be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Culturetravel
BBQ varieties were good but just slightly little dry. Sauces were delicious except vinegar.
Peach cobbler was excellent; Banana pudding was ok.
Good BBQ
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped by on my way to Colvin Run Mill, never heard of it just saw it on a map (from out of town). Woman was nice enough to help me try two meats. Both were good. Brisket is probably better earlier in the day (I was there at 3) and sausage was good. Had 5 sauces but their sweet was excellent, definitely top tier. Didn't try the others. Another respectable BBQ place per the opinion of this Texan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was my first visit to this BBQ joint and am skeptical about a return visit. The ribs didn't have much meat on the bone but my server, Molly was a sweetheart and procured more ribs so she provided excellent service. Moreover, I ordered collards and there was no meat like ham hocks, turkey bits or brisket in the greens. My server admitted it occasionally happens. I thought the sausage was delicious and so was the cucumber salad. I might return for brisket but am nervous about how unimpressive the ribs were. Molly was terrific and made my visit more bearable but just didn't feel like it was worth my visit.
It might be time to make the drive to Willards next time although this joint was closer to my hotel.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Really great BBQ spot off the beaten path. The food portions were large, quality, good menu, and the sauces for BBQ were delicious (the fire and spicy were great). Jesse (the bartender) was one of the nicest guys we’ve met in a while and his great energy was the icing on the cake. We’ll def be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and staff
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
I had take out... but service was great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Drove from Baltimore. Everything was excellent. Mookie bbq sauce is one of my favorite sauces
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and service are always amazing. Always treated us well. We haven't been here in 6 years, and the food and service is as great as it was then.
Stopped by Mookie's with a friend and had a pretty mixed experience. The service was a definite highlight, but the food and atmosphere didn't quite match up.
The service was excellent, and the staff was friendly and attentive, which made for a pleasant experience. I'd give them a solid 4 stars. The restaurant itself has a decent, casual vibe, but the atmosphere felt a bit average, earning it a 3-star rating from me.
For the food, I ordered the buffalo wings. They were grilled and had a good, smoky flavor, but they were a little on the dry side. I found that the side sauces were what really made them enjoyable. I also tried the potato salad, which was just okay—nothing particularly memorable. My friend wasn't very impressed with their order, either, noting that the pulled chicken sandwich and baked beans were not very tasty or well-seasoned.
Overall, it's a place with great service and potential, but the food didn't quite deliver. It's worth a try if you're in the area, but I'd suggest being strategic with your order.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
We had the special which contained a large variety of meats. The brisket was tender and the pulled pork and chicken were good. Liked the barbecue sauces as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Not worth the calories as the bread was stale, the meat was salty, the bbq beans were one dimensional sweet. The corn bread and corn were good as was the original bbq and mustard sauce but they weren’t enough to redeem the meal. The atmosphere wasn’t anything to comment on.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
The burnt ends are amazing! There is simply nothing more to say... they are that good.
Staff is friendly. We usually do take out, so I can't speak to the atmosphere of dining in.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mookie’s BBQ is for barbecue lovers! Jessie, our server, was fantastic—super attentive and gave great menu suggestions that made our meal even better.
We started with the nachos and wings, both served in perfect portions and bursting with flavor. The brisket on the nachos was a standout—tender, smoky, and loaded with that rich BBQ goodness. The burnt ends were absolutely delectable: moist, flavorful, with a beautiful smoke ring and bark, and surprisingly not overly fatty while still juicy. The ribs were cooked to perfection—soft enough to pull apart but still held together nicely in your hand.
The sides were just as impressive. The mac and cheese was creamy and comforting, and the collard greens were packed with flavor.
Highly recommend Mookie’s if you're in the area and craving some top-tier BBQ. You won’t be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
BBQ varieties were good but just slightly little dry. Sauces were delicious except vinegar.
Peach cobbler was excellent; Banana pudding was ok.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great food and the sides were amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loading...