The Real Deal an American Kitchen

2170 Veterans Ave., Hammond
(985) 662-0208

Recent Reviews

Brad Beggs

Basically underwhelmed given the unreasonably high reviews.The lunch specials are fairly priced, with good BBQ sandwiches (neither bad nor great) and a side for around $12. It's drive-thru or a walk-up window, with a couple of dirty tables to eat there. Bottled drinks, including water, are $3.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich, Mac N Cheese

Pho Q

I was looking for a place to park my truck for the night when I saw this restaurant.Real deal an american kitchen, looks like one of those places you'd see on a documentary about America's best barbecue joints. On the outside is got that "best god damn barbecue you ever had in your life", look to it.After reading through a lot of these reviews, I've come to the conclusion that the majority of people in the world, don't know what good food taste like.I'm just gonna be direct. The food tastes below average at best. Bbq sauce tastes like Walmart brand sauce. The ribs are tender and cooked perfectly, but they lack seasonings and flavor. The same could be said of the flavorless brisket. The macaroni and cheese also had that fresh out of the box flavor. And the barbecue beans tasted like canned beans with Walmart bbq sauce added. The grilled piece of white bread that they gave me tasted okay. And to be honest, it was the only hot item on my plate.The young lady who took my order was friendly. She gets 5 stars. It's almost like they hired her to be the face of this sub par barbecue joint. I'm sure she didn't have nothing to do with the flavor of that food.fyi: If you walk up to this restaurant, there may be someone standing just outside that follows you around asking you to buy them something to eat.I mean for $28 bucks, (including a bottle of coke) it was very disappointing. This is my first time visiting Louisiana. I know the state can do barbecue better than this. Nothing on my plate with the exception of the grilled piece of bread was hot.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 5

Aarion Chartier

It's only take-out unless you sit outside at a picnic table, but the food is awesome!! Very nice people too.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ Ribs and Half Smoked Chicken

Katie Hurley

Exceptional food, pricing and service! The BBQ is perfect and the gumbo is just as good! One of the most important things about BBQ are the sides, and they have them down. Definitely give it a shot if you’re in the area!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joel spires

I'm a BBQ guy.its what I do when I'm not driving my trk.this place may look like a little shack but the food is amazing.i got the Friday special that included 2 meats,two sides.i went chicken leg quarter with 3 ribs.it came with two sides which I opted for Cole slaw,and Mac and cheese.everything was flavorful and delicious. Didn't even need to add salt,or pepper to the sides.worth every penny.

Recommended dishes: BBQ Ribs and Half Smoked Chicken

Linda Bass

I ordered the 2 meat plate. My sides were green beans and Mac & cheese. I chose ribs and chicken leg quarter. I paid $22 but because I eat smaller meals this is going to be a 3 meal plate for me. The ribs are juicy and fell right off the bone. The chicken was very juicy. I am a truck driver so I walked over from the Petro. When I am back in the area I will definitely return.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Mac and Cheese, BBQ Ribs and Half Smoked Chicken

Brad M (BradM)

I've been to the Petro in Hammond many times but never tried this place. Boy, do I regret that. Wanted to put extras in my truck fridge, so I ordered pulled pork, smoked sausage, mac n cheese, green beans, red beans and rice, shrimp poboy, and boudin balls. EVERYTHING is fantastic!!! Don't let the older looking building fool you, this place is a gem!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried Shrimp Poboy, Pulled Pork, Red Beans, Mac N Cheese

Matthew Greer

The food is good. Atmosphere is ok. It's just picnic tables out front. Would be better if you could dine in. Also the staff are really nice people.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 4

Service: 4

Your Favorite Trucker

Great taste… Amazing!! Portions are unbeatable serving bang for your buck without sacrificing flavor. Thanks guys I’ll definitely be back.P.S. The prices are great too; I’ll be eating on this hear all day.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mac and Cheese, Red Beans

Rie Finley

OMG this is a fantastic place for great food. Grab and go back to the Petro Truck stop. Here is an up to date menu and prices. Love my Boudin Bites and alligator bites.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Brisket Slider, Fried Shrimp, Pulled Pork, Red Beans, BBQ Ribs and Half Smoked Chicken

Erika Ortega

Omgee this food is so delicious ? I can't even tell you. Has so much flavor and definitely made with love the green beans are so yummy and so Is the brisket!! ?? red beans too and I don't really like red beans lol. This is my go to bbq spot when in the area for sure. Hands down THE best!! Thank you for the yummy food ?Parking: Close to a truck stop

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Brisket Plate, Red Beans

REN 22

Bangin food very good and

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork, Red Beans, Potato Salad

Dennis Reese

Parking: Don't have to worry about your car or safty

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salad, Pulled Pork, Red Beans, Fries

Daniel W.

I have pasted this place for a while. My mistake!Stopped in tried a daily special smoked chicken plate with some on the side sliders to sample the bbq. Five stars! Locals agree as there was a line. Very good service. Menus was very large ( that scared me at first) but I sampled a decent spread and they were on point on all of it. I can see this as a take out place but they had a pleasant area outside to eat. Very happy I stopped by and look forward to more visits.

Chris Sneed

Great place for a home cooked meal, while you are over the road. It will not disappoint you! Enjoy!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mac and Cheese, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Bread Pudding, Pulled Pork, Red Beans, BBQ Ribs and Half Smoked Chicken

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The Real Deal an American Kitchen

2170 Veterans Ave., Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 662-0208