Food and Drink BBQ Question - Page 4

HonestChieffan · 07-08-2008, 06:52 AM

I have 20 folks coming into OP for 2 nights in a few weeks. I dont go to OP unless I am forced to and have not kept up on the BBQ joints...They are staying on College Blvd. I know Haywards would be an easy one to send them to. But wondered where you experts would suggest?

**Fire Me Boy!** · 07-08-2008, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Alphaman

IMHO, if you want to send your friends for the best "restaurant" feel and the best sides, then Jack Stack is probably the place. However, if you want to send them to a BBQ joint with the best BBQ I'd send them to Gates. I don't care for a restaurant feel with my BBQ.

I couldn't agree more. BBQ, to me, should be a little dirty.

HonestChieffan · 07-08-2008, 01:10 PM

Gates and Zarda would never make my list but things can change. I wanted to take them to BB's but not sure what 20 people arriving all at once would do to Lindseys heart. Haywards went too upscale and always full of yuppies.Looks like it will be Smokestack...thanks for the help on this. Joes does get a lot of good press, may need to check it out sometime.

cookster50 · 07-08-2008, 08:00 PM

Smokestack is good, but 20 people would take all their seating, so that might not work(assuming you mean Smokestack on Wornall and not Jack Stack). I like Jack Stack also, but it annoys me that they try to be "high class" rather than "real" bbq. Clothe napkins? Come'on now, that isn't q! Give me a freaking roll of paper towels! And I don't want any green crap other than pickles on my plate. Take your parsley and shove it. Other than that, good meats and good sauce.

07-08-2008, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by KC Fish

I'd also take a minute to pimp LC's BBQ. Underrated if you asked me. Nice spicy sauce...

Nice sauce, tough ribs.

07-08-2008, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Dartgod

I know everyone is entitled to their opinion, but I don't understand how anyone can rank Gates above Jack Stack. Bryant's and OK Joe's I get (I've never tried LC's but hope to soon), but Gates is way below the others IMO.

Gates must have been really good back in the day because the few times I've had it since moving to back to KC I've left unimpressed.

I mean it was edible but it didn't leave me wanting to come back asap. That said, their original sauce is one of my favorites.

**petegz28** · 07-08-2008, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Phobia

Gates must have been really good back in the day because the few times I've had it since moving to back to KC I've left unimpressed.

I mean it was edible but it didn't leave me wanting to come back asap. That said, their original sauce is one of my favorites.

It isn't as good as it used to be BUT it is still some of the best BBQ in KC. Jack stack is good but if you ask me it's two differet styles. And I like Gates sauce better.

ChiefsFan4Life · 07-09-2008, 06:10 PM

I have the opportunity to go and eat at Jack Stack on Friday night

I notice on their menu online that they offer the following BBQ sauces for the meal:

ORIGINAL Sweet and tangy
SPICY A light touch of heat
HOT Assertive and bold
SOUTHWESTERN Zesty sauce with a mixture of fresh peppers & onions

What is the best? I am leaning towards Spicy but wanted to hear opinions. Should I just stick with original?

**DaKCMan AP** · 07-09-2008, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsFan4Life

I have the opportunity to go and eat at Jack Stack on Friday night

I notice on their menu online that they offer the following BBQ sauces for the meal:

ORIGINAL Sweet and tangy
SPICY A light touch of heat
HOT Assertive and bold
SOUTHWESTERN Zesty sauce with a mixture of fresh peppers & onions

What is the best? I am leaning towards Spicy but wanted to hear opinions. Should I just stick with original?

When you get there try each and choose the one you like best.

ChiefsFan4Life · 07-09-2008, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by DaKCMan AP

When you get there try each and choose the one you like best.

Do you have to ask for samples or is on the table before? I haven't eaten there in forever, always ordered it shipped to where I am

**DaKCMan AP** · 07-09-2008, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsFan4Life

Do you have to ask for samples or is on the table before? I haven't eaten there in forever, always ordered it shipped to where I am

I've never been there before, but every BBQ place I've gone to has all of their sauces on the table (or if it's counter service, up by the counter). The first thing I do is try them all, then look over the menu.

**gblowfish** · 07-09-2008, 06:27 PM

Everything you need, right here:
http://www.georgeblowfish.com/BBQ.html

RufusRJones · 07-09-2008, 08:40 PM

I don't get back to KC but two or three times a year...I generally prefer Haywards, but I grew up eating it too, so I'm sure I'm biased. I guess I never noticed all the yuppies, I was too busy eating burnt ends and drinking strawberry soda. I have noticed that past few times that the quality has been inconsistent. Sometimes it's great...sometimes it's just ok.

I don't get Oklahoma Joe's at all. It's pretty ok. If I was up north and it was my only option, I'd eat it. But in KC, I don't see the appeal. Maybe I haven't given it enough of a chance. What I ate there I would call Texas bbq...and I've had much better Texas bbq than that.

**DaKCMan AP** · 07-09-2008, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by RufusRJones

I don't get back to KC but two or three times a year...I generally prefer Haywards, but I grew up eating it too, so I'm sure I'm biased. I guess I never noticed all the yuppies, I was too busy eating burnt ends and drinking strawberry soda. I have noticed that past few times that the quality has been inconsistent. Sometimes it's great...sometimes it's just ok.

I don't get Oklahoma Joe's at all. It's pretty ok. If I was up north and it was my only option, I'd eat it. But in KC, I don't see the appeal. Maybe I haven't given it enough of a chance. What I ate there I would call Texas bbq...and I've had much better Texas bbq than that.

Yeah, I don't get to KC often but when we did visit we would go to Haywards and always loved it. Of course, it also helped that the fam knew Mr. Hayward and whenever he was there he'd slice our beef himself. Always excellent cuts.

Hayward's sauce is outstanding and I always try to get bottles sent here. Who gives a shit if a place is 'classier'? BBQ can be messy and it can also be served in a nice atmosphere. As long as the place is clean, I could care less. What's important to me is the taste and eating BBQ in a nicer atmosphere doesn't detract from the flavor.

Mojo Rising · 07-09-2008, 08:57 PM

I wouls also recommend Haywards. Smokestack is good. OK Joes was great but seemed to have gone downhill on my last couple visits.

07-09-2008, 10:32 PM

I noticed nobody has mentioned Rib Crib. Heh.

07-08-2008, 06:52 AM
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07-08-2008, 01:10 PM	#47
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07-08-2008, 08:00 PM	#48
cookster50 Supreme Commander of My House Join Date: Apr 2004 Casino cash: $3003622	Smokestack is good, but 20 people would take all their seating, so that might not work(assuming you mean Smokestack on Wornall and not Jack Stack). I like Jack Stack also, but it annoys me that they try to be "high class" rather than "real" bbq. Clothe napkins? Come'on now, that isn't q! Give me a freaking roll of paper towels! And I don't want any green crap other than pickles on my plate. Take your parsley and shove it. Other than that, good meats and good sauce.
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07-09-2008, 06:10 PM	#52
ChiefsFan4Life DT: HOF Class of 2009 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: House Springs, MO Casino cash: $10004900	I have the opportunity to go and eat at Jack Stack on Friday night I notice on their menu online that they offer the following BBQ sauces for the meal: ORIGINAL Sweet and tangy SPICY A light touch of heat HOT Assertive and bold SOUTHWESTERN Zesty sauce with a mixture of fresh peppers & onions What is the best? I am leaning towards Spicy but wanted to hear opinions. Should I just stick with original?
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07-09-2008, 06:27 PM	#56
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07-09-2008, 08:40 PM	#57
RufusRJones Starter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: All Star Wrestling Ring Casino cash: $10004900	I don't get back to KC but two or three times a year...I generally prefer Haywards, but I grew up eating it too, so I'm sure I'm biased. I guess I never noticed all the yuppies, I was too busy eating burnt ends and drinking strawberry soda. I have noticed that past few times that the quality has been inconsistent. Sometimes it's great...sometimes it's just ok. I don't get Oklahoma Joe's at all. It's pretty ok. If I was up north and it was my only option, I'd eat it. But in KC, I don't see the appeal. Maybe I haven't given it enough of a chance. What I ate there I would call Texas bbq...and I've had much better Texas bbq than that.
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07-09-2008, 08:57 PM	#59
Mojo Rising Veteran Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: OC Casino cash: $10009560	I wouls also recommend Haywards. Smokestack is good. OK Joes was great but seemed to have gone downhill on my last couple visits.
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07-09-2008, 10:32 PM	#60
Phobia Guest Casino cash: $	I noticed nobody has mentioned Rib Crib. Heh.
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