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Ford's Garage Oviedo

Updated 2026-08-19 · 15,282 reviewed · 209 listed · Scored from 2,429 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(2429) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices moderate
Carolina-Style BBQBBQ Food Truck / StandTraditional Smokehouse BBQ
Ford's Garage Oviedo
Price
moderate
Services
Carolina-Style BBQ, BBQ Food Truck / Stand, Traditional Smokehouse BBQ
Reviews
2429

What recent reviews say

Burgers and comfort food draw regular praise, backed by consistent five-star ratings and strong staff moments (managers comping appetizers, servers named for attentiveness). The core friction point: an automatic 20% service charge applied without clear upfront notice, which several reviewers found deceptive or excessive when service wavered.

Praised for
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • quality burgers and food
  • appealing decor and atmosphere
  • manager generosity and care
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Best for: Groups and burger enthusiasts who appreciate staff engagement and decorative ambiance.

Strengths

  • made-to-order burgers
  • attentive server standouts (Devin, Candence, Nick P)
  • manager Conner known for comping appetizers

Worth knowing

  • Manager Conner noted for comping appetizers and creating positive experiences
  • Named servers Devin, Candence, Nick P praised for attentiveness
  • Automatic 20% service charge applied to all parties regardless of group size

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.57 average across the 87 carolina-style bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 81% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 67
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
1872
4
239
3
129
2
59
1
130

Common questions

What should I know about gratuity before I order?
The restaurant applies an automatic 20% service charge to all checks regardless of party size. Confirm this at the time of ordering to avoid surprises on your receipt.
Can I customize my burger?
Yes; reviewers mention ordering burgers 'their way' and report they were made well.
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Last updated 2026-08-19