Karl's Bar-B-Q Express

$ • Barbeque, Burgers

Hours:
1410 S Hastings Way, Eau Claire
(534) 444-3123

About Karl's Bar-B-Q Express

Karl's Bar-B-Q Express offers a taste of genuine Texas BBQ in Wisconsin, known for its reasonable prices and generous portion sizes. Customers frequently praise the quality of the meats, sauces, and sides, often highlighting the spectacular flavors. The Brisket potato has been described as heavenly, and many enjoy the Brisket Philly and the Brisket Platter, calling the food absolutely delicious. The portions are massive, making it worth the drive even from two hours away. The smoked meats are excellent, with the ribs and burnt ends receiving particular acclaim. The sides, especially the warm, flakey cornbread and buttery mashed baby red potatoes, are also a highlight. The service is generally good, with helpful staff demonstrating teamwork and a commitment to quality. Although there can be occasional issues with incomplete orders, the overall BBQ experience is satisfying for meat lovers. Some diners have noted that the pork can be a bit dry for their taste, but many believe the loaded potatoes are a work of art. Overall, Karl's provides a hearty meal that is better than typical fast food, with many customers recommending it as the best BBQ around the area.

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Karl's Bar-B-Q Express Reviews

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Best BBQ around the area that I have ever had. everything tastes great! the onion and pickles on a pulled pork sandwich (which I normal dont eat onions) something about the combinations there are wonderful! the local honey mixed in with the butter for the amazing cornbread. the tritip steak when they have it YUM!! to the dessert with cool whip. the variety of catered food for wedding and all other events blows my mind every time! even people from other states like Texas, I've...read full review

Super friendly and Helpful staff; delicious brisket, cornbread, beans and Cole slaw!

I am going to be honest here, i was disappointed with the brisket. It tasted like a roast cooked in an oven. No smoke flavor at all. In all actuality it didn't have much flavor at all and parts of it were dry. That was strike 1. Maybe I had too high of hopes but at the same time I was born and raised in Texas. Also i ordered potato salad and coleslaw. The coleslaw was good but to my surprise when I got home, my potato salad was missing, strike 2, I wasn't about to drive all the...read full review

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Monday 11AM - 8PM
Tuesday 11AM - 8PM
Wednesday 11AM - 8PM
Thursday 11AM - 8PM
Friday 11AM - 8PM
Saturday 11AM - 8PM
Sunday 11AM - 8PM
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