Best BBQ in KC to take New Orleans friends?

[kcconnie]

Need to know the best BBQ place in KC. I was born and raised there but have been gone over 20 years. Flying in with some friends from New Orleans for the Raiders game and want to show them how it's done in the Midwest. We're staying down at Crown Center so would prefer something not too terribly far away. These people are used to some really good food, but I have no doubt we can do better! Thanks!!

[kcconnie]

Do either of these places have TVs that typically show the games? OU is playing Sat night and would love to watch the game while eating good BBQ.

Originally Posted by Reaper16

While Phobia is right that someone who knows what they are doing can dedicate more carefully spent time tending to BBQ than a busy restaurant can, his denigration of even KC's great BBQ joints is damaging to local culture. It also has the stench of ego-placation.

I can see why you might say that. I like myself and I like my BBQ. I make a lot of things about me. But when I talk about backyard Q, it's not about me. There are tons of people who make better Q than me - people on this site. I don't rave about my Q. It's good and all my friends like it but I'm still relatively inexperienced on the grand scale. I'm still surprised every time somebody calls my creations the best they've had. I'm not fishing for a gig here. Already have a full smoker for next weekend.

[Stewie]

Originally Posted by Phobia

I'd pay some team to to cook some up for you and deliver it to the hotel. The backyard guys are a lot better bet than any of the "for profit" restaurants. If you're bringing in folks from the best culinary vein in North America, you have to be sure.

You're a legend in your own mind about how it's done. I've eaten your Q and it's OK, but nothing like the really good amateurs and pros can turn out.

Originally Posted by Stewie

You're a legend in your own mind about how it's done.

Disagree

I've eaten your Q and it's OK, but nothing like the really good amateurs and pros can turn out.

Agree

[GESteve]

Can't we all just get along. I love all types of BBQ there's no way anyone can say someones BBQ sucks, because 100 other people will love it. Just eat what you like and stop putting other people down........ Bitch

Originally Posted by GESteve

Can't we all just get along. I love all types of BBQ there's no way anyone can say someones BBQ sucks, because 100 other people will love it. Just eat what you like and stop putting other people down........ Bitch

He didn't say it sucks. He's right though. I deserve the criticism. They thought I was getting a big head. My friends from here love my stuff, which is surprising because I've only been doing it for about 5 years. I learn something new almost every time out. It's good but even I don't think it's the best ever. I can't believe Reaper even endorses my Q because he last had something I made about 4 years ago and they were riblets I made with an Asian rub I created. I didn't even like those. I do cook it how I like to eat it though, which is nothing like judges like to eat it which is why I don't enjoy competitions.

[Reaper16]

I'm KCBS certified, and in the few competitions I've judged in, the large majority of the barbecue didn't hold a candle to the barbecue coming out of L.C. Richardson's smoker. A small minority of competition BBQ though is the best you'll find anywhere.

So, I ultimately agree that you'll find the best-of-the-best not in a restaurant but in the backyard smoker of a master, I disagree that such a significant part of Kansas City culture has to be denigrated to make that point.

[GESteve]

My bad about the suck comment. My point still stands

[flipped cracker]

we're flying out for that game from california. i guess we'll have to go to oklahoma joe's.

[Reaper16]

Originally Posted by flipped cracker

we're flying out for that game from california. i guess we'll have to go to oklahoma joe's.

That's where I'd send 'ya.

[Thig Lyfe]

KC Masterpiece or McDonald's (the McRib is back!)

[GESteve]

Originally Posted by Reaper16

I'm KCBS certified, and in the few competitions I've judged in, the large majority of the barbecue didn't hold a candle to the barbecue coming out of L.C. Richardson's smoker. A small minority of competition BBQ though is the best you'll find anywhere.

So, I ultimately agree that you'll find the best-of-the-best not in a restaurant but in the backyard smoker of a master, I disagree that such a significant part of Kansas City culture has to be denigrated to make that point.

I totally agree with what you said. But you have to admit what some people consider good BBQ or any other food is subjective

[Chiefs Rool]

Originally Posted by SportsRacer

KC Masterpiece or McDonald's (the McRib is back!)

if it's one or the other, go with the McRib

[doomy3]

I love Arthur Bryant's more than the rest.

[Reaper16]

Originally Posted by GESteve

I totally agree with what you said. But you have to admit what some people consider good BBQ or any other food is subjective

Yes. Sort of. Maybe. There are preferences and there are technical, more objective things to talk about where food is concerned. Balance, depth of flavor, texture, etc. are less subjective/more objective things that people can point to in discussion or assessment.