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Fire Me Boy! 09-06-2010 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 6982278)
I was in town over the weekend and went to Jackstack BBQ.....It's still on top of its game. Cheesy corn as great as always. The beans had lots of meat in the serving. The Burnt ends and Ribs were top of the line.

Best commercial BBQ on Planet Earth. :thumb:
Their cheesy corn and beans are top rate. Their ribs are good. Their burnt ends.... THEY'RE NOT ****ING BURNT ENDS!

Jackstack tries to pass of cubed ****ing brisket as burnt ends. It's a crime against BBQ. As cubed brisket goes, it's quite good. But it's not ****ing burnt ends.

Reaper16 09-06-2010 08:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Fire Me Boy! (Post 6982467)
Their cheesy corn and beans are top rate. Their ribs are good. Their burnt ends.... THEY'RE NOT ****ING BURNT ENDS!

Jackstack tries to pass of cubed ****ing brisket as burnt ends. It's a crime against BBQ. As cubed brisket goes, it's quite good. But it's not ****ing burnt ends.
TRUTH

BigRedChief 09-06-2010 08:15 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Fire Me Boy! (Post 6982467)
Their cheesy corn and beans are top rate. Their ribs are good. Their burnt ends.... THEY'RE NOT ****ING BURNT ENDS!

Jackstack tries to pass of cubed ****ing brisket as burnt ends. It's a crime against BBQ. As cubed brisket goes, it's quite good. But it's not ****ing burnt ends.
Technical schemenical who cares?

i call it the best tasting meat I've been served in a commerical BBQ stand in a long time.

Reaper16 09-06-2010 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 6982510)
Technical schemenical who cares?

i call it the best tasting meat I've been served in a commerical BBQ stand in a long time.
Then go to other commercial BBQ stands.

Fire Me Boy! 09-09-2010 02:13 PM
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Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 6982510)
Technical schemenical who cares?

i call it the best tasting meat I've been served in a commerical BBQ stand in a long time.
I care. I should have asked for my money back after I bought was SUPPOSED to be burnt ends.

Like I said.... if it was advertised as chunked or cubed brisket, I would have been very pleased. But they're advertised as burnt ends, and I bought burnt ends. I'll reiterate:

Quote:
THEY'RE NOT ****ING BURNT ENDS!

Shogun 09-09-2010 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by rageeumr (Post 5762101)
Tough call for me. If I'm looking for a sit-down "nice" joint, it's gotta be Jack Stack. But I end up at OK Joe's more because I'm typically feeling more casual and their fries are the best GD thing I have ever tasted. Next to their brisket, of course.
Definitely, not even close. OK Joes for the mother****in win

Goldmember 09-09-2010 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud (Post 5762081)
I just had LC's for the first time this past weekend at the Los Angeles BBQ festival and it was pretty good but not great.

It was much better than the Memphis BBQ that we had (and the North Carolina as well). Waaaaaaaaaaaaay too much vinegar in those sauces! Nasty!

When I visit, I prefer Zarda's or JackStack in OP out of all the rest.
Have you tried OK Joe's? Pretty damn good brisket and ribs, sauce is ok. Gates still has the best sauce IMO but their brisket has gone downhill.

King_Chief_Fan 09-09-2010 02:19 PM
Not a BBQ joint but Houston's has some of the best baby back ribs ever.

NewChief 11-26-2010 10:08 AM
Picking up OK Joe's today for the first time. What should I order?

Fish 11-26-2010 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by NewPhin (Post 7198593)
Picking up OK Joe's today for the first time. What should I order?
How hungry are you?

If you're shooting for a sammy, I'd go with the Z-Man.

If you're wanting to really feast, I'd suggest the Ribs and Chicken or Ribs and Meat dinner.

The Pig salad is really good if you're wanting a giant salad.

Chicken gumbo is a great side. Fries are tasty and very plentiful.

Pulled pork is probably their best meat, but none of them are really bad in the slightest.

2bikemike 11-26-2010 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by NewPhin (Post 7198593)
Picking up OK Joe's today for the first time. What should I order?
I really love OK Joe's Burnt ends

Extra Point 11-26-2010 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by NewPhin (Post 7198593)
Picking up OK Joe's today for the first time. What should I order?
Carolina pulled pork sandwich and fries.

Fish 11-26-2010 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Extra Point (Post 7198661)
Carolina pulled pork sandwich and fries.
The first time I ordered that, it was on special, and I didn't really realize what "Carolina style" was. I'm not a slaw fan. I tried, but just couldn't eat it.

KCUnited 11-26-2010 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Extra Point (Post 7198661)
Carolina pulled pork sandwich and fries.
That's my favorite. I like their red beans and rice as a side.

HonestChieffan 11-26-2010 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Fire Me Boy! (Post 6982467)
Their cheesy corn and beans are top rate. Their ribs are good. Their burnt ends.... THEY'RE NOT ****ING BURNT ENDS!

Jackstack tries to pass of cubed ****ing brisket as burnt ends. It's a crime against BBQ. As cubed brisket goes, it's quite good. But it's not ****ing burnt ends.

AMEN!

BigRedChief 11-26-2010 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by HonestChieffan (Post 7198696)
AMEN!
Got me some of those "cubed brisket"/burnt ends dinners as soon as I got off the plane. Magnificent grub! :thumb:

sedated 11-26-2010 04:21 PM
I get why most "burnt ends" are referred to here as "cubed brisket", but that doesn't exactly tell the whole story. They are covered in another layer of rub and smoked for another day. Calling them "cubed brisket" is short-changing them a bit IMHO.

headsnap 11-26-2010 05:21 PM
I voted Jack Stack... their mail order is THE BOMB!!!!

I can enjoy top quality KC BBQ all the way over here in Louisville, KY. :thumb:

Prince22 11-26-2010 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by headsnap (Post 7199439)
I voted Jack Stack... their mail order is THE BOMB!!!!

I can enjoy top quality KC BBQ all the way over here in Louisville, KY. :thumb:
I thought I was the only louisvillian here. Going to have to check out Jack Stack.

Fire Me Boy! 11-26-2010 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted by sedated (Post 7199307)
I get why most "burnt ends" are referred to here as "cubed brisket", but that doesn't exactly tell the whole story. They are covered in another layer of rub and smoked for another day. Calling them "cubed brisket" is short-changing them a bit IMHO.
Not "most". Just Jack Stack's. If you haven't had JS's burnt ends, trust me - they're NOT burnt ends. They're just cubed brisket. Real burnt ends are heavenly. Jack Stack's ain't.

HonestChieffan 11-26-2010 06:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Fire Me Boy! (Post 7199487)
Not "most". Just Jack Stack's. If you haven't had JS's burnt ends, trust me - they're NOT burnt ends. They're just cubed brisket. Real burnt ends are heavenly. Jack Stack's ain't.

Dont try to argue individual taste. JS burnt end lovers probably like Old Milwaukee Light. Doesn't make em bad folks.

Fire Me Boy! 11-26-2010 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by HonestChieffan (Post 7199497)
Dont try to argue individual taste. JS burnt end lovers probably like Old Milwaukee Light. Doesn't make em bad folks.
I'm not really arguing that they're good. As brisket goes, it's actually quite good. I'd have been thrilled with what I got if I'd ordered brisket.

I'm arguing that it's not burnt ends, which it isn't by definition. Burnt ends are chewy, smoky bits of yummy goodness. There aren't a lot of burnt ends available on a single brisket, which is why - especially at lunch - they're hard to get at most BBQ joints; they run out quickly. But at JS you can get 'em whenever you want 'em, no matter the time. Why is that? Because they're not burnt ends, that's why.

:harumph:

HonestChieffan 11-26-2010 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Fire Me Boy! (Post 7199508)
I'm not really arguing that they're good. As brisket goes, it's actually quite good. I'd have been thrilled with what I got if I'd ordered brisket.

I'm arguing that it's not burnt ends, which it isn't by definition. Burnt ends are chewy, smoky bits of yummy goodness. There aren't a lot of burnt ends available on a single brisket, which is why - especially at lunch - they're hard to get at most BBQ joints; they run out quickly. But at JS you can get 'em whenever you want 'em, no matter the time. Why is that? Because they're not burnt ends, that's why.

:harumph:
I eat hell out of them when somebody offers. Best ones are at someone elses tailgate drinking their beer. Ive never had bad BBQ at a tailgate someone else paid for.

Donger 11-26-2010 06:22 PM
I went to Jack's Stack last week. I was not good at all. That's the second time. I'll go back one more time, but if it sucks again, I'm done. It's a shame, because I grew up eating there.

Zarda on 87th and I-35 was much better.

BigRedChief 11-27-2010 09:05 PM
I went to a place called Porkys out by Lees Summit and Blue Springs. Best ribs I've ever had. Just a hole in the wall in the middle of nowhere. Excellent ribs

NewChief 11-27-2010 09:15 PM
Went to ok joe's in Olathe on Friday for lunch. On advice here I got Carolina style sandwich with slaw on the side (I like slaw but wanted to try both ways), fries, and a side of red beans and rice. It was truly exceptional. Not sure I'll ever eat anywhere else though LC's burnt ends sound lime they need to be tried.

Silock 11-27-2010 09:25 PM
I had Zarda last week because I was desperate and had no access to anything else.

I'd rather eat dog shit.

It was TERRIBLE.

BigRedChief 02-17-2011 07:23 AM
bump for overhead

suzzer99 02-17-2011 03:21 PM
So what was the verdict on that Orange County Choppers BBQ place? Is it still going now that they're feuding?

Man this thread has made me miss KC more than anything. I moved away in 1996, before most anyone had ever heard of OK Joes, even though I only lived about 2 miles away (sad, I could have been eating there for years w/o the lines). I just ordered some sauce from them because I can't wait until I come back for Xmas to try it.

I did have some Gates when I was back over Xmas and have to agree about the fattiness of the brisket. A little fat is good, but I thought the sandwich crossed over the line. I'm glad to know I wasn't just crazy. I get real BBQ so rarely I wasn't sure if I was just remembering it wrong.

I have found a couple passable places out here in LA. One called KC BBQ, is run by an ex-Gates employee. The nice thing about that place is it's also a bar and has a big Chiefs following. Eating pretty good KC-style BBQ in a bar, watching the Chiefs actually win this year, with 50+ beers to choose from = heaven. They also have a pecan pie a la mode that is amazing.

The other is this place, which I just discovered 2 days ago:
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You just know a place that looks like that, in a sketchy neighborhood, is going to be pretty good. I was not disappointed. I took 2 coworkers who had never had real BBQ before. They loved it. The brisket was lean but juicy and the sauce was a little smoky and not too sweet like you usually get out here.

Bowser 02-17-2011 03:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Silock (Post 7202047)
I had Zarda last week because I was desperate and had no access to anything else.

I'd rather eat dog shit.

It was TERRIBLE.
The last time I had Zarda's, I ate at the one on 87th street. Never again.

Predarat 02-17-2011 03:32 PM
This thread should be pinned at the top because of its excellence.

suzzer99 02-17-2011 03:41 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bowser (Post 7435852)
The last time I had Zarda's, I ate at the one on 87th street. Never again.
I grew up on Zarda's because I lived in Blue Springs and it was easy to get for family parties. Always pretty unremarkable.

RNR 02-17-2011 04:02 PM
Just outside of KC south aways is a place called Guy and Mae's. It is in Williamsburg Kansas. I would stack their ribs against anyones~

Stewie 02-17-2011 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by RedNeckRaider (Post 7435945)
Just outside of KC south aways is a place called Guy and Mae's. It is in Williamsburg Kansas. I would stack their ribs against anyones~
If that's the joint SW or West of Ottawa I've heard good things.

RNR 02-17-2011 04:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Stewie (Post 7435975)
If that's the joint SW or West of Ottawa I've heard good things.
11 miles south and a little west of Ottawa~

Stewie 02-17-2011 04:20 PM
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Originally Posted by RedNeckRaider (Post 7435985)
11 miles south and a little west of Ottawa~
I thought that might be the one. We have a group of Harley riders at work that make that a lunch destination during one of their weekend rides.

FishingRod 02-17-2011 04:32 PM
All Good in their own way Except Rib crib. Ate at one in OK it was not good at all in my opinion. Bryant’s Sauce is pretty unique and I like it but more often I like something a little more on the sweet side. Most of these I would put a notch above the one I am going to mention but a ONE BEEF ONE FRY from Wyandotte BBQ hits the spot sometimes. Not a big fan of their sauce either but good FF and a nice big sammich. Have a bit of a soft spot for Hayward’s I grew up with them just down the street.

BigRedChief 02-17-2011 10:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Predarat (Post 7435880)
This thread should be pinned at the top because of its excellence.
Your welcome:rolleyes:

Hammock Parties 02-17-2011 10:57 PM
After watching the guy at Oklahoma Joe's make burnt ends on Man vs. Food last night, I think next KC trip I have to stop there for a REAL burnt end sandwich. Stack's is just cubed brisket.

BigRedChief 02-17-2011 11:04 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by ClayWhit (Post 7436902)
After watching the guy at Oklahoma Joe's make burnt ends on Man vs. Food last night, I think next KC trip I have to stop there for a REAL burnt end sandwich. Stack's is just cubed brisket.
Damn good cubed brisket too!:thumb:

Fire Me Boy! 02-18-2011 03:20 AM
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Originally Posted by ClayWhit (Post 7436902)
After watching the guy at Oklahoma Joe's make burnt ends on Man vs. Food last night, I think next KC trip I have to stop there for a REAL burnt end sandwich. Stack's is just cubed brisket.
YES!!!

PBJ

Fire Me Boy! 02-18-2011 03:21 AM
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Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 7436911)
Damn good cubed brisket too!:thumb:
Agreed, if only they'd call it that. :harumph:

BigRedChief 11-24-2011 07:36 PM
Back in town for a day. Which BBQ stand should I indulge after 18 months in the BBQ wasteland that is Florida?

jak112460 11-24-2011 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 5762069)
Kansas City barbeque

http://economy.kansascity.com/?q=node/2070

<!-- END tabs --><!-- begin content -->New Orleans has its gumbo. Philadelphia has its cheesesteaks. Boston its seafood. And Kansas City’s culinary claim to fame? Barbecue of course!

And what barbecue, around 80 operations to choose from — spicy to sweet, bare bones dive to white tablecloth, heart of the city or afternoon drive in the country.

Here is the current list of establishments in and around KC. But barbecue fans beware, call ahead first to make sure they are open.
Got changes, additions or BBQ news? Send them to Joyce Smith at jsmith@kcstar.com
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Adam’s Rib BBQ
9148 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, Kan., 66212; 913-341-7427; www.adamsribkc.com
Year opened: March 2009, but had previously operated in Overland Park from 1994 to 1995
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/images/bryants.jpgArthur Bryant's
Arthur Bryant’s Barbeque (three locations)
1727 Brooklyn Ave., Kansas City, Mo., 64127; 816-231-1123
Ameristar Casino, 3200 N. Ameristar Drive, Kansas City, Mo., 64141; 816-414-7474
The Legends at Village West, 1702 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, Kan., 66111; 913-788-7500
www.arthurbryantsbbq.com
Year opened: 1940 but traces its roots to the 1907
Bandana’s Bar-B-Q
4140 S. Noland Road, Independence, Mo., 64055; 816-373-7800; www.bandanasbbq.com
Year opened: The St. Louis area-based chain started 1996 and opened the Independence location in 2007
Bates City Barbeque (two locations)
6493 Quivira Road, Shawnee, Kan., 66216; 913-962-7447
201 E. Market St., Bates City, Mo., 64011; 816-625-4961
Year opened: 1976 in Bates City
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/images/bbs.jpgB.B's
B.B.’s Lawnside Bar-B-Q
1205 E. 85th St., Kansas City, Mo., 64131; 816-822-7427; www.bbslawnsidebbq.com
Year opened: 1990
The BBQ Shack
1613 E. Peoria St., Paola, Kan., 66071; 913.294.5908; www.thebbqshack.com
Year opened: 1997
Bee Cee’s Authentic Barbecue
10328 Blue Ridge Blvd.; Kansas City, Mo., 64134; 816-765-2480
Year opened: 2002
Big Papa’s Bar-B-Que
5827 Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, Kan., 66104; 913-287-5744
Year opened: 2004
Big Q Barbecue
2117 S. 34th St., Kansas City, Kan., 66106; 913-362-6980
Year opened: 1986
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Big T’s Bar-B-Q (two locations)
9409 Blue Ridge Blvd., Kansas City, Mo., 64138; 816-767-0905
6201 Blue Parkway, Kansas City, Mo., 64129; 816-923-2278
Year opened: 1993 in a different location
Brobeck’s BBQ
4615 Indian Creek Parkway, (106th and Roe Avenue), Overland Park, Kan., 66207; 913-901-9700; www.brobecksbbq.com
Year opened: 2007
Buffalo Bob’s BBQ Smokehouse
719 Massachusetts St., Lawrence, Kan., 66044; 785-841-6400
Year opened: 1977
Daniel’s Bar-B-Q (two locations)
215 West St., Tonganoxie, Kan., 66086; 913-369-2440
12200 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, 66216l 913-248-4477
Year opened: 1996 in Edwardsville, Kan.
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/...%20edwards.jpgDanny Edwards
Danny Edwards Famous Boulevard BBQ
2900 Southwest Boulevard, Kansas City, Mo., 64108; (816) 283-0880
Year opened: 1983 at a different location
Depot Saloon
2706 N. Bell St., Avendon, Mo., 64117; 816-452-2100
Year opened: 1974
Earl Quick’s Bar-B-Q
1007 Merriam Lane, Kansas City, Kan., 66103; 913-236-7228; www.quicksbbqandcatering.com
Year opened: 1964
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/...us%20daves.jpgFamous Dave's
Famous Dave’s Legendary Pit Bar-B-Que
The Legends at Village West, 1320 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, Kan., 66111; 913-334-8646
Kansas City Power & Light District, 131 E. 14th St., Kansas City, Mo., 64106; 816-471-3700
www.famousdaves.com
Year opened: Minneapolis-based chain opened 1994 and opened its first area location opened at the Legends in 2003
Filling Station BBQ
333 S.E. Douglas St., Lee’s Summit, Mo., 64063; 816-347-0794
Year opened: 2000
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Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue</B> (four locations)
13441 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Mo., 64145; 816-942-9141
Country Club Plaza, 4747 Wyandotte St., Kansas City, Mo., 64112; 816-531-7427
9520 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, Kan., 66212; 913-385-7427
Freight House, 101 W. 22nd St., Kansas City, Mo., 64108; 816.472-7427
www.jackstackbbq.com
Year opened: 1974 at the Holmes Road location, but the family traces its history to 1957 Smokestack BBQ
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Gates Bar-B-Q (six locations)
3205 Main St., Kansas City, Mo., 64110; 816-753-0828
1221 Brooklyn, Kansas City, Mo., 64127; 816-483-3880
2001 W. 103rd Terrace, Leawood, Kan., 66206; 913-383-1752
1026 State Avenue, Kansas City, Kan., 66101; 913-621-1134
10440 E. U.S. 40, Independence, Mo., 64055; 816-353-5880
1325 E. Emanuel Cleaver Blvd., Kansas City, Mo.; 816-531-7522
www.gatesbbq.com
Year opened: 1946
Greedy Man’s Bar-B-Que & Grill
5536-A Troost Ave., Kansas City, Mo., 64110; 816-523-4885
Year opened: 2009
Hawg Shed Bar-B-Que (two locations)
8 N. Central St., Buckner, Mo., 64016; 816-650-5626
727 S. Highway 13, Lexington, Mo., 64067; 660-259-2050
Year opened: 2006 in Buckner
Hayward’s Pit BBQ
11051 Antioch Road, Overland Park, Kan., 66210; 913-451-8080; www.haywardsbbq.com
Year founded: 1972 at a different location
Hickory Log Bar-B-Q
5047 Welborn Lane, Kansas City, Kan., 66104; 913-287-9560
Year opened: 1964
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/.../hillsdale.jpgHillsdale Bank Bar-B-Q
Hillsdale Bank Bar-B-Q
201 Frisco, Hillsdale, Kan., 66036; 913-783-4333
Year opened: 1989
Hog Wild Pig Crazy BBQ
6519 Parallel Parkway Ave., Kansas City, Kan., 66102; 913-788-4700
Year opened: 2007
Holy Smoke BBQ
240 N.W. Oldham Parkway, Lee’s Summit, Mo., 64081; (816) 554-7427; www.holysmokekc.com
Year opened: 2006
Johnny’s Hickory House BBQ (two locations)
5959 Broadmoor St., Mission, Kan., 66202; 913-432-0777
1375 W. Old 56 Highway, Olathe, Kan., 66061; 913-768-0777
www.johnnysbbq.net
Year opened: 1977 at a different location
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/...asterpiece.jpgKC Masterpiece
KC Masterpiece Barbeque & Grill
10985 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, Kan., 66210; 913-345-2255; www.masterpiecebbq.com
Year opened: 1987
K&M Bar-B-Q
603 N. Webster St., Spring Hill, Kan., 66083; 913-592-5145;
Year opened: 1991
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/...cs.preview.jpgL.C.'s
L.C.’s Barbeque
5800 Blue Parkway, Kansas City, Mo., 64129; 816-923-4484
Year opened: 1986
Mama Jo's BBQ
7201 N.E. Parvin Road, Kansas City, Mo., 64117; 816-455-3300
Year founded: 2002
Mr. Epps Famous Kansas City Barbeque
6666 Kaw Drive, Kansas City, Kan., 66111; 913-328-1711; www.eppsbbq.s5.com
Year opened: 2005
Oden’s Family BBQ
1302 N. Scott St., Belton, Mo., 64102; 816-322-3072
Year opened: 1988
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/...lahomajoes.jpgOklahoma Joe's
Oklahoma Joe’s BBQ (two locations)
3002 W. 47th St., Kansas City, Kan., 66103; 913-722-3366
11950 S. Strang Line Road, Olathe, 66062; 913-782-6858
www.oklahomajoesbbq.com
Year opened: 1996 at the KCK location
Outlaws Barbeque & Saloon
129 E. Washington St., Kearney, Mo., 64024; 816-628-6500
Year opened: 1994
Papa Bob's Bar-B-Que
11610 Kaw Drive, Bonner Springs, Kan., 66012; 913-422-4210; www.papabobsbbq.com
Year opened: 2007
Porky’s Blazin Bar-B-Q
9512 S. Buckner Tarsney Road, Grain Valley, Mo., 64029; 816-566-0203
Year opened: 2005
Quick’s 7th Street Bar-B-Q
709 Cheyenne Ave., Kansas City, Kan., 66105; 913-371-1599
Year founded: 1956
Red Shanty
2201 Highway 13, Higginsville, Mo., 64037; 660-584-2204; www.redshantycafe.com
Year open: 2008
Rib Crib BBQ
19801 E. Valley View Parkway, Independence, Mo., 64057; 816-795-5144
Year opened: Tulsa-based chain opened in 1997 and the Independence location opened in 2004
R&J BBQ
8401 Parallel Parkway, Kansas City, Kan., 66112; 913-299-1311
Year opened: 1987
RJ's Bob-Be-Que Shack
5835 Lamar Ave., Mission, Kan., 66202; 913-262-7300;
www.rjsbbq.com
Year founded: 2004
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/images/rosedale.jpgRosedale BBQ
Rosedale BBQ
600 Southwest Boulevard, Kansas City, Kan., 66103; 913-262-0343
Year founded: 1934
Smokebox BBQ Cafe
Tiffany Landing, 10020 N.W. Ambassador Drive, Kansas City, Mo., 64153; 816-891-8011
Year founded: 1994
Smokehouse BBQ (four locations)
19000 E. 39th St., Independence, Mo., 64054; 816-795-5555
6304 N. Oak Trafficway, Gladstone, Mo., 64118; 816-454-4500
7121 W. 135th St., Overland Park, Kan., 66223; 913-685-1717
Zona Rosa, 8451 N.W. Prairie View Road, Kansas City, Mo., 64153; 816-587-3337; www.smokehousebbq.com
Year founded: 1986
Smokestack BBQ
8920 Wornall Road, 64114; 816-444-5542; www.kcsmokestackbbq.com
Year opened: 1957 at another location
Smokey’s BBQ and Café
510 Main St., Wellsville, Kan., 66092; 785-883-4119
Year opened: 2000
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/...ns.preview.jpgSmokin' Guns
Smokin’ Guns BBQ Restaurant and Catering
1218 Swift St., North Kansas City, Mo., 64116; 816-221-2535; www.smokingunsbbq.com
Year founded: 2003
Smokin’ Joe’s Bar-B-Q
519 E. Santa Fe, Olathe, 66061; 913-780-5511; www.smokinjoesbbqolathe.com
Year opened: 1989
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Snead’s Bar B-Q
1001 E. 171st St., Belton, Mo., 64012; 816-331-7979
Year opened: 1956
Summit Hickory Pit BBQ
1012 S.E. Blue Parkway, Lee’s Summit, 64063; 816-246-4434
Year founded: 1992 at a different Lee’s Summit location
Wabash BBQ
646 S. Kansas City Ave., Excelsior Springs, Mo., 64024; 816-630-7700; www.wabashbbq.com
Year opened: 1997
We B Smokin’
32580 Airport Road, Paola, Kan., 66071; 913-256-6802; ttp://www.webesmokin.com
Year opened: 2001
Winslow’s KC-Style Barbeque
City Market, 20 E. Fifth St., Kansas City, Mo., 64106; 816-471-7427; www.winslowsbbq.com
Year opened: 1971
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/...rd.preview.jpgWoodyard Bar-B-Que
Woodyard Bar-B-Que
3001 Merriam Lane, Kansas City, Kan., 66106; 913-362-8000; www.woodyardbbq.com
Year opened: 2005 but the family has had it as a side business to their wood yard since 1950
Wyandot B-B-Q (two locations)
8441 State Ave., Kansas City, Kan., 66112; 913-788-7554
7215 W. 75th St., Overland Park, Kan.; 66204; 913-341-0609
Year opened: 1977 at the KCK location
http://economy.kansascity.com/files/images/zarda.jpg
Zarda Bar-B-Q (two locations)
214 N. Missouri 7, Blue Springs, Mo., 816-229-9999
11931 W. 87th St., Lenexa, Kan., 66215; 913-492-2330; www.zarda.com
Year founded: 1979

Poll just took the most often mentioned as the best. Listed alphabetically. You can only choose one choice and its a public poll.
Iam from Overland Park and I have lived in the desert literally and figuratively when it comes to BBQ. I now live in Mesa AZ. The BBQ is fair at best. One or two places are ok. I will be in town mid December and i will hit every place I can and get my fill. If you guys had only three choices which three would you choose? I have not been back to KC for over three years and that was completely filled with family stuff. This year I will be doing my own thing.

SPchief 11-24-2011 09:39 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 8139623)
Back in town for a day. Which BBQ stand should I indulge after 18 months in the BBQ wasteland that is Florida?
OK Joes, and get there early

memyselfI 11-24-2011 10:49 PM
Johnny's is the best. Hands down. I'm not a big meat eater but that place turns me into a carnivore.

BigRedChief 11-24-2011 11:34 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by SPchief (Post 8139847)
OK Joes, and get there early
Yeah, going to have to hit OK joes and at least Jack stack :thumb:

evolve27 11-25-2011 03:42 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 8139957)
Yeah, going to have to hit OK joes and at least Jack stack :thumb:
OK Joes and LC's are the ones to try. Burnt ends!

OzarksChiefsFan 11-25-2011 06:47 AM
I had to vote for Bryants. To me Bryants put KC BBQ on the map. While it has slipped at


the other locations at the original location it's still pretty good. I love a lot of the others


too but many of them would not even be in business if not for Bryants. I have very fond


memories of Byrants over the years and they are the only BBQ place in KC that is known


nationwide. Like Buck O'Neil, Arthur Bryant is a KC legend.

kysirsoze 11-25-2011 08:41 AM
The original Bryant's is just amazing. The burnt end sandwich haunts my dreams. Jack Stack is solid across the board, but other than their beans, there's not something there that really blows me away.

To my shame, I've not had OK Joes. I didn't even know about it till I had moved from KC and on my trips home, I haven't been able to make it there. I hear it's fantastic so I can't wait to try it finally.

evolve27 11-25-2011 08:45 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by kysirsoze (Post 8140102)
The original Bryant's is just amazing. The burnt end sandwich haunts my dreams. Jack Stack is solid across the board, but other than their beans, there's not something there that really blows me away.

To my shame, I've not had OK Joes. I didn't even know about it till I had moved from KC and on my trips home, I haven't been able to make it there. I hear it's fantastic so I can't wait to try it finally.
It's gonna be life changing. If I had lived closer to OK Joes when I lived in KC, then I swear I would have added a solid 50 lbs., ha

htismaqe 11-25-2011 08:54 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by kysirsoze (Post 8140102)
The original Bryant's is just amazing. The burnt end sandwich haunts my dreams. Jack Stack is solid across the board, but other than their beans, there's not something there that really blows me away.
THIS.

Had burnt end sandwiches at Bryant's the last 2 times through KC and they're easily my favorite now...

Bill Lundberg 11-25-2011 10:23 AM
Has anyone ever had Brobecks BBQ off of 105th and Roe? They have great pulled pork, and I'm guessing it gets put through a blender/food processor. It's very good, I should also mention Fritz's Smoked Meats as a local favorite for lunch.

Rudy tossed tigger's salad 11-25-2011 10:30 AM
I'm flying into KC for the first time in just a few hours. My sister and BIL moved to Overland Park in June. I have a feeling I'm getting Oklahoma joe's for my first KC BBQ experience, but we'll see.

NewChief 11-25-2011 10:34 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Lemon_Pie (Post 8140267)
I'm flying into KC for the first time in just a few hours. My sister and BIL moved to Overland Park in June. I have a feeling I'm getting Oklahoma joe's for my first KC BBQ experience, but we'll see.
Just a tip (from when I went to the Olathe location):

Depending on when you're going, it might be a good idea to call ahead and order out. I went last Thanksgiving, and it was about a 1.5 hour wait to sit down. The parking lot was insane (thanks to Black Friday BS, and the location being in a huge shopping area). I called and ordered it to go, pulled up, let someone out to grab the food and pay, and we were back home eating 10 minutes later.

Rudy tossed tigger's salad 11-25-2011 10:43 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by NewChief (Post 8140274)
Just a tip (from when I went to the Olathe location):

Depending on when you're going, it might be a good idea to call ahead and order out. I went last Thanksgiving, and it was about a 1.5 hour wait to sit down. The parking lot was insane (thanks to Black Friday BS, and the location being in a huge shopping area). I called and ordered it to go, pulled up, let someone out to grab the food and pay, and we were back home eating 10 minutes later.
Thanks. I always prefer to-go. I'll try and use this info to convince the fam.

RockChalk 11-25-2011 10:52 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by NewChief (Post 8140274)
Just a tip (from when I went to the Olathe location):

Depending on when you're going, it might be a good idea to call ahead and order out. I went last Thanksgiving, and it was about a 1.5 hour wait to sit down. The parking lot was insane (thanks to Black Friday BS, and the location being in a huge shopping area). I called and ordered it to go, pulled up, let someone out to grab the food and pay, and we were back home eating 10 minutes later.
Pretty much the only way I ever get OK Joes. Even on 'normal' days, they are usually pretty damn busy

cookster50 11-25-2011 11:37 AM
Went to a couple Lee's Summit locations.

Q's BBQ downtown by the post office. Had the brisket, the brisket was pretty good, but the sauce was terrible, just terrible. Tasted more like chili and it was hot. Not my kind of sauce.

Hickory Pit BBQ - Oh my, all I tasted was smoke. Smoke smoke smoke and more smoke. Screw that.

Any good Q in LS?

Stewie 11-25-2011 11:43 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by cookster50 (Post 8140370)
Went to a couple Lee's Summit locations.

Q's BBQ downtown by the post office. Had the brisket, the brisket was pretty good, but the sauce was terrible, just terrible. Tasted more like chili and it was hot. Not my kind of sauce.

Hickory Pit BBQ - Oh my, all I tasted was smoke. Smoke smoke smoke and more smoke. Screw that.

Any good Q in LS?
I've never eaten there, but I've heard good things about Filling Station BBQ.

BigRedChief 11-25-2011 11:02 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by NewChief (Post 8140274)
Just a tip (from when I went to the Olathe location):

Depending on when you're going, it might be a good idea to call ahead and order out. I went last Thanksgiving, and it was about a 1.5 hour wait to sit down. The parking lot was insane (thanks to Black Friday BS, and the location being in a huge shopping area). I called and ordered it to go, pulled up, let someone out to grab the food and pay, and we were back home eating 10 minutes later.
We waited an hour and that was at 1:00 pm. The line was out the door and down the strip malls sidewalk and around the building.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7142/6...2889c7c9_z.jpg

BigRedChief 11-25-2011 11:04 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Stewie (Post 8140386)
I've never eaten there, but I've heard good things about Filling Station BBQ.
If you like the sweet BBQ its top shelf. Been there more times than I can count. Brisket is off the hook.

BigRedChief 11-25-2011 11:11 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by RockChalk (Post 8140296)
Pretty much the only way I ever get OK Joes. Even on 'normal' days, they are usually pretty damn busy
But its worth it. Got the jumbo pulled pork and the best fries I've had in the world. Took a slab of ribs, 1lb of brisket and a 1/2 lb of pulled pork home for dinner. Take it home cold from OK Joes and heat it up in the oven and you get to have some of the best if not the best BBQ on the planet.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7007/6...0d1c3c70_z.jpg

DomerNKC 11-25-2011 11:57 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dartgod (Post 5762153)
Anyone? Bueller?
their burnt ends are incredible!

Simply Red 11-26-2011 12:14 AM
I haven't been to all, been years since AB's - I DO like Zarda, but they're inconsistent. Gates is the best I've had off of the list, and they do it right far more than wrong. I stay simple w/ ham and beef on Wonder bread, something about BBQ ham just really does if for me.

I've moved from pussy heaven and literally rode north on P'Tree Street about six mis. I'm in a town known as Chamblee Ga. Pig & Chick as well as the 'Old Brick Pit' are right around the corner, Old Brick Pit is pure garbage.

Georgia has absolutely no clue how to BBQ.

Simply Red 11-26-2011 12:18 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 8141324)
We waited an hour and that was at 1:00 pm. The line was out the door and down the strip malls sidewalk and around the building.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7142/6...2889c7c9_z.jpg
I'd love to go there.

Fish 11-26-2011 12:47 AM
I live 5 minutes away from OK Joes. Grab some and take it back home for lunch pretty often. Most times when I'm wanting some, I'll take a late lunch break around 1:30 or 2:00. Usually no line then. Z-man and fries...

And Rosedale disc golf course is just a few blocks north. Grab some good BBQ and work it off with a nice round of disc golf.

Bliss..

MOhillbilly 11-26-2011 09:57 AM
Is the place across from longboards any good?

GloryDayz 11-26-2011 10:16 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by jak112460 (Post 8139838)
Iam from Overland Park and I have lived in the desert literally and figuratively when it comes to BBQ. I now live in Mesa AZ. The BBQ is fair at best. One or two places are ok. I will be in town mid December and i will hit every place I can and get my fill. If you guys had only three choices which three would you choose? I have not been back to KC for over three years and that was completely filled with family stuff. This year I will be doing my own thing.
1) A.B. (Brooklyn Ave only)
2) Fiorella's (Holmes only)
3) Gates (either 40 Hwy or State Line Rd)

BigRedChief 11-26-2011 06:24 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by GloryDayz (Post 8141811)
1) A.B. (Brooklyn Ave only)
2) Fiorella's (Holmes only)
3) Gates (either 40 Hwy or State Line Rd)
The inability to duplicate superior food in other locations may be why only have regional BBQ joints and no nationwide "McDonald's" type chain of BBQ shacks exist.

Demonpenz 11-26-2011 06:55 PM
I had johnnys BBQ the other day. Not much smoke but tender ok flavor.

GloryDayz 11-26-2011 08:55 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by BigRedChief (Post 8143112)
The inability to duplicate superior food in other locations may be why only have regional BBQ joints and no nationwide "McDonald's" type chain of BBQ shacks exist.
They all cook a LOT of BBQ everyday, and it's all good, but I prefer local "friendly" competitions... We only meet-up a couple of times a year, but it's amazing food. That being said, those places listed are the ones I find have consistently great BBQ. Oklahoma Joe's is good, but way too far away for me to go to on a regular basis, so I'm not dissing them, just going to something closer..

Great Expectations 11-26-2011 11:33 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by GloryDayz (Post 8141811)
1) A.B. (Brooklyn Ave only)
2) Fiorella's (Holmes only)
3) Gates (either 40 Hwy or State Line Rd)
I used to agree with this and then I went to OK Joes. The three on your list are pretty interchangeable IMO. The gap between OK Joes and anyone else is very wide.

burt 11-27-2011 07:47 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Great Expectations (Post 8143796)
I used to agree with this and then I went to OK Joes. The three on your list are pretty interchangeable IMO. The gap between OK Joes and anyone else is very wide.
um, no.

1) Jack Stack
2) Bryants....and a very close #2 at that
3) OK Joes....after a wide margin

Simply Red 11-27-2011 11:45 AM
Jack Stack is more Q-cuisine, than 'in your face' smoked meats and messy Q.

I don't think it's an even battle-field while comparing JS to the Gates and AB's. Just an entirely different institution.

Simply Red 11-27-2011 11:47 AM
While grading out, I think JackStack belongs on the steakhouse 'full of atmosphere' report card, NOT in w/ the KC's own BBQ mainstays.

SPchief 11-27-2011 02:07 PM
JackStack is awful

burt 11-27-2011 02:32 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Simply Red (Post 8144380)
While grading out, I think JackStacks belongs on the steakhouse 'full of atmosphere' report card, NOT in w/ the KC's own BBQ mainstays.
we can agree to disagree.

burt 11-27-2011 02:33 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by SPchief (Post 8144701)
JackStack is awful
and we can agree that you are full of shit.

KCUnited 11-27-2011 02:50 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Simply Red (Post 8144380)
While grading out, I think JackStack belongs on the steakhouse 'full of atmosphere' report card, NOT in w/ the KC's own BBQ mainstays.
Touristque

BigRedChief 11-27-2011 02:51 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by burt (Post 8144744)
and we can agree that you are full of shit.
SPChief is on an island by himself with an misinformed opinion that JS sucks.


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