tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post3106357652656559325..comments2009-01-13T21:25:10.879-06:00The DLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12804981463092544712kclunchspots@gmail.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post-88936085469554407122009-01-13T21:25:00.000-06:002009-01-13T21:25:00.000-06:00Went back yesterday and had the short end rib lunch. Ribs were tasty, but kind of fatty. Thought they could have used a few more hours on the smoker. Having said that, they were mighty tender. They came off the bone clean w/ just a little pull. Might have to take them up on their $10.99 slab special!PV Pathfinderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04645521282758550598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post-39464146646098620512008-09-12T21:21:00.000-05:002008-09-12T21:21:00.000-05:00They are obviously doing something right. In a city where BBQ joints are a dime a dozen, it's tough to get your foot in the door and even tougher to last more than a year to 18 months. So, these guys certainly deserve a visit or two. Did anyone else notice the old school Joe Montana Coors posters? Total blast from the past! Like I said, not sure they are my cup of tea, but will be heading back soon! Other than religion and politics, is there anything more subjective than food?PV Pathfinderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04645521282758550598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post-86584526970672748572008-09-11T22:30:00.000-05:002008-09-11T22:30:00.000-05:00PV as usual you are very diplomatic. No this isn't as good as OK Joes or perhaps even Gates but it certainly beats the pants off Zarda's, Wyandot, and other BBQ out in this neck of the woods. Mostly I love the charm and wit of Bates City. I agree on the thinness of the meat, particularly with the beef. I really like the fries though, we'll have to agree to disagree on that. Give it another try, the pulled pork is a great special.DLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12804981463092544712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post-19672196506919177152008-09-11T21:36:00.000-05:002008-09-11T21:36:00.000-05:00Had lunch here today. It was good, but I think I need at least another visit to decide if I really like it. I'm a smoked turkey fiend, so I had a turkey sandwich and fries. A friend of mine had the beef. As is the case w/ any new bbq, we exchanged a fork full of meat so we could each get a test drive of the other's smoked grub. I was surprised at how thin both the turkey and beef are sliced. So thin, that you really couldn't taste the meat, just the smoke. I thought the portion was a little light for The Big Sandwich (at least compared to the jumbo at OK Joe's or the turkey and a half at Gate's). Ribs are a Sunday on the couch watching football food, and not (personally) ideal for lunch on a work day. I'd like to give them a try some day... but w/ an everyday price of $10.99 a slab, could the low price be an indicator of lesser ribs? I didn't really get the fries either. I like the shoe string approach, but they are an odd mix of well done and not so well done, that I can see a first timer being disappointed or at least underwhelmed. Anyway, I look forward to going back next time I'm in the area. I don't think things will change much, but I might have a better appreciation the second time around. thanks!PV Pathfinderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04645521282758550598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post-44632083560851686042008-05-01T22:41:00.000-05:002008-05-01T22:41:00.000-05:00Like Scott, I had only been to the one in Bates City but just found out today that there is one out here where I live. I looooove this place! I've been looking for reviews to convince my fiance to go there with me lol. I think your very wide (yet hilarious) range of vocabulary and the amazing reviews from others have convinced him to take me there on Saturday. I will definitely be checking back here often. You are too funny! lolAliciahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03424075587548944859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post-3513953285380517102008-04-07T16:06:00.000-05:002008-04-07T16:06:00.000-05:00Just discovered your blog. I was surprised to find out that this post was about a new restaurant in JoCo because I grew up on the original Bates City BBQ as a kid (out in Bates City). I had forgotten all about that and haven't had their fare in about 25 years so I'll have to head back out and give it another try.Scotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09955598668386012565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post-44111324946666717912008-02-11T10:28:00.000-06:002008-02-11T10:28:00.000-06:00Yes, please do. As I mentioned, a gal's perspective is sorely needed. And honestly I'm not all that reliable.DLChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12804981463092544712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1889765136853809643.post-26619621466787795672008-02-08T20:51:00.000-06:002008-02-08T20:51:00.000-06:00Well, huh. I've seen this place and thought it was a shitty hole in the wall, as you mention. Looks like I'll have to bust out my so very non-cocktacular Jetta and stop on in. I'll let you know a gal's perspective. :-)Goofy Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04352285444267475609noreply@blogger.com