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Smokehouse876 earned 4.9 stars across 84 reviews, with 98% five-star ratings. Reviewers consistently praise the jerk chicken as the best in town, smoked meat cooked to perfection, and hearty sides like mac n cheese and rice and peas. Staff bring genuine warmth, service moves fast, and the sauce is worth requesting.
Last verified 2026-08-19
As listed on Google.
Jerkman BBQ delivers punchy Caribbean flavors, especially jerk chicken, at budget-friendly prices, and staff are often warm and attentive. The trade-off: no dine-in comfort (it's grab-and-go), the dining room gets uncomfortably hot, and service quality swings between locations. Those ordering ribs sometimes find them sold out.
Kenny's draws fans for ribs that sometimes hit perfectly tender and smoky, pulled pork sandwiches praised as excellent, and staff who recognize regulars and move orders quickly. Recent visits paint a troubling picture: burnt or dry ribs served with minimal meat, bread forgotten, fries disputed, and prices ($14-20 per plate) that feel steep given inconsistent execution. A Texan reviewer placed their BBQ above a Texas Monthly top-ten contender, yet multiple guests from the past year report the same plate-throwing disappointment. The operation runs three smokers and stays open late weekends, but quality swings sharply enough that loyal customers now hesitate to return. The food truck format operates in a fenced lot near Fairvilla Road. Smoked chicken and wings draw separate praise. Sauce variety (honey mustard, spicy mustard-based, standard BBQ) is a genuine strength. The core tension: when ribs are done right, reviewers rave; when they're not, the experience feels like a waste.
Regulars and visitors rave about the ribs and brisket, which hit tender and flavorful when the kitchen is on point. Mike, the owner, earns praise for genuine warmth and generosity, even sending samples to customers who travel hours to find the spot. However, the kitchen runs hot and cold. Some diners have found ribs tough, sides skimpy or over-salted, and portion sizes that feel light for the meal price. Bigger frustration: hours listed on Facebook (11am) don't match Google (12:30pm) or actual opening time, leaving early arrivals stuck waiting.
Last updated 2026-08-26