This place is a gem - BBQ that would rank highly in places that worship BBQ. Chance is a master. He does both traditional and adds twists to appeal to a broader audience. I was there a few weeks ago and am looking forward to getting back as soon as I can. But I live far away! If you're close, eat there often.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket with Fries and Cornbread
Paul “Dru” Keck
Update: Chance is hustling and still banging out amazing food! Check out the three little pigs burger. Damn!---------------------The soft opening was a great success. The brisket was melt in your mouth, and the slaw has a nice zip to it!We'll be back for more. Keep it up Chance, pleasure meeting you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karen A
Awwsome food and service was awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin Gallardo
Try the Korean ribs !
Kylie Ann
Best BBQ I’ve had in a long time. Tried the peanut brittle sticky ribs and the crispy rib tip quesadilla. Incredible flavors and great service.
Patrick Christmas
Food and service was very good and will definitely be going back again.
Christopher Muench
Owner was very friendly and gave excellent recommendations, the restaurant was clean and the food was absolutely phenomenal. Will definitely be coming back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Korean Ribs
Marcia Watson
Fast friendly service, good prices, good food
Austin Weiss
Portions were absolutely insane. So make sure to starve yourself beforehand or be ready to bring some home. Owner/server/dishwasher was super nice and chatty and made us feel welcomed. Can’t recommend enough for a nice local bbq spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich and Crinkle Fries, Corn Bread, Nachos, BBQ Sandwich and Fries
Absolutely amazing time! Me and 2 friends went here for our first time and the owner was very awesome! Most definitely coming back again especially for the Korean ribs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Korean Ribs
Allison Scagel
This place was awesome and deserves so much more recognition. My boyfriend and I came here tonight after having driven around this restaurant many times and always saying “we should try that place!” I’m so glad we finally did. It’s a very small but cozy restaurant and on this particular night the owner/chef was the only staff member present. Even so, he was incredibly attentive and chatted with us about his background and all the different food options. First, the specials sounded outstanding; I wish I had five stomachs so I could have tried them all. In the fridge was a variety of different drinks/sodas and many of them were super unique and are switched up for something new from time to time! I had a limoncello soda that was incredibly refreshing (and I will search high and low to have some in my fridge!). Next, we got an appetizer of hot honey bbq wings which were charred (which I love), crispy, and absolutely LATHERED in sauce. The sauce was the owner’s own award-winning recipe and was delicious. For my dinner, I ordered an “appetizer” of tostadas and a side of macaroni and cheese. I had thought there would only be one tostada, but boy was I wrong- there were three and they were big, heaping portions (which is why I put “appetizer” in quotes, this could feed me for three meals). The tortilla was crispy and strong, never breaking when I picked it up by the side, even though it had a lot of food on it. On top of that there was a layer of bbq beans, pulled pork, pico de gallo, some sort of leafy green, bbq sauce, cheese, avocado, and lime. Omg. Amazing. SO. GOOD. And they looked beautiful too! Loved how they were presented. The macaroni and cheese was creamy and delicious. My boyfriend got brisket with a side of fries and cornbread. Again, the plate’s presentation was beautiful and there was a lot of food. I tried some of the fries and cornbread. The fries had a really tasty seasoning and the cornbread was outstanding. One side of it was fried in a way that gave it a delicious initial crispy outer coating while the inside of the bread was soft and flavorful. The brisket was super tasty and the owner told us it was slowly cooked for 18 hours! You could tell he cared a lot about his food and his service. All of the food came out really quickly but was prepared with care. Oh and you know what else I loved? The to-go bag was biodegradable. A small touch but one I want to support. Really a local gem and I hope the place is successful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket with Fries and Cornbread, Wings, Mac
Christopher P.
I'm not sure where to begin so I'll start with this, I can not recommend this place enough. I travel and eat out ALOT. I almost never post a review for anywhere I go but after I was two plates in, I knew this place deserved a review. The service was phenomenal. The owner / chef came out and explained each meal. The plating was better than you could imagine for a small bbq spot. As for the food, the pictures speak for themselves. Every dish I had (6 total) was unbelievable. I couldn't tell you what was my favorite so I'd say just order the whole menu. Again, I can't recommend this place enough. I know I'll be back here any time I pass through Utica.
Paul Pikul
The service was the best I have ever had. It was the son and father there. Both are absolutely awesome. Talked to both for a while. They even showed us where and how they smoke the food. Had 3 apps and 1 entire it was to die for!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Sandwich and Fries, Korean Ribs, Wings, Mac, Sticky Ribs
Jordan
The ribs and chicken were absolutely incredible. The pulled pork was also some of the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommend.
Wonderful ? wonderful? wonderful!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a gem - BBQ that would rank highly in places that worship BBQ. Chance is a master. He does both traditional and adds twists to appeal to a broader audience. I was there a few weeks ago and am looking forward to getting back as soon as I can. But I live far away! If you're close, eat there often.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket with Fries and Cornbread
Update: Chance is hustling and still banging out amazing food! Check out the three little pigs burger. Damn!---------------------The soft opening was a great success. The brisket was melt in your mouth, and the slaw has a nice zip to it!We'll be back for more. Keep it up Chance, pleasure meeting you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awwsome food and service was awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Try the Korean ribs !
Best BBQ I’ve had in a long time. Tried the peanut brittle sticky ribs and the crispy rib tip quesadilla. Incredible flavors and great service.
Food and service was very good and will definitely be going back again.
Owner was very friendly and gave excellent recommendations, the restaurant was clean and the food was absolutely phenomenal. Will definitely be coming back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Korean Ribs
Fast friendly service, good prices, good food
Portions were absolutely insane. So make sure to starve yourself beforehand or be ready to bring some home. Owner/server/dishwasher was super nice and chatty and made us feel welcomed. Can’t recommend enough for a nice local bbq spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich and Crinkle Fries, Corn Bread, Nachos, BBQ Sandwich and Fries
Restaurantji Recommends
Absolutely amazing time! Me and 2 friends went here for our first time and the owner was very awesome! Most definitely coming back again especially for the Korean ribs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Korean Ribs
This place was awesome and deserves so much more recognition. My boyfriend and I came here tonight after having driven around this restaurant many times and always saying “we should try that place!” I’m so glad we finally did. It’s a very small but cozy restaurant and on this particular night the owner/chef was the only staff member present. Even so, he was incredibly attentive and chatted with us about his background and all the different food options. First, the specials sounded outstanding; I wish I had five stomachs so I could have tried them all. In the fridge was a variety of different drinks/sodas and many of them were super unique and are switched up for something new from time to time! I had a limoncello soda that was incredibly refreshing (and I will search high and low to have some in my fridge!). Next, we got an appetizer of hot honey bbq wings which were charred (which I love), crispy, and absolutely LATHERED in sauce. The sauce was the owner’s own award-winning recipe and was delicious. For my dinner, I ordered an “appetizer” of tostadas and a side of macaroni and cheese. I had thought there would only be one tostada, but boy was I wrong- there were three and they were big, heaping portions (which is why I put “appetizer” in quotes, this could feed me for three meals). The tortilla was crispy and strong, never breaking when I picked it up by the side, even though it had a lot of food on it. On top of that there was a layer of bbq beans, pulled pork, pico de gallo, some sort of leafy green, bbq sauce, cheese, avocado, and lime. Omg. Amazing. SO. GOOD. And they looked beautiful too! Loved how they were presented. The macaroni and cheese was creamy and delicious. My boyfriend got brisket with a side of fries and cornbread. Again, the plate’s presentation was beautiful and there was a lot of food. I tried some of the fries and cornbread. The fries had a really tasty seasoning and the cornbread was outstanding. One side of it was fried in a way that gave it a delicious initial crispy outer coating while the inside of the bread was soft and flavorful. The brisket was super tasty and the owner told us it was slowly cooked for 18 hours! You could tell he cared a lot about his food and his service. All of the food came out really quickly but was prepared with care. Oh and you know what else I loved? The to-go bag was biodegradable. A small touch but one I want to support. Really a local gem and I hope the place is successful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brisket with Fries and Cornbread, Wings, Mac
I'm not sure where to begin so I'll start with this, I can not recommend this place enough. I travel and eat out ALOT. I almost never post a review for anywhere I go but after I was two plates in, I knew this place deserved a review. The service was phenomenal. The owner / chef came out and explained each meal. The plating was better than you could imagine for a small bbq spot. As for the food, the pictures speak for themselves. Every dish I had (6 total) was unbelievable. I couldn't tell you what was my favorite so I'd say just order the whole menu. Again, I can't recommend this place enough. I know I'll be back here any time I pass through Utica.
The service was the best I have ever had. It was the son and father there. Both are absolutely awesome. Talked to both for a while. They even showed us where and how they smoke the food. Had 3 apps and 1 entire it was to die for!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Sandwich and Fries, Korean Ribs, Wings, Mac, Sticky Ribs
The ribs and chicken were absolutely incredible. The pulled pork was also some of the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corn Bread, Pulled Pork Nachos, Ribs Full Rack, Smoked Chicken