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Joe's Real BBQ

Joe's Real BBQ

BBQ Joint$$$$
Heritage District, Gilbert
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    The barbecue at Joe's Real BBQ is a can't miss
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    Brent B.
    "Great BBQ, but the homemade root beer is the best!"(9 Tips)
    Melissa
    "The root beer cake is super yummy"(4 Tips)
    Tim R.
    "Try the sampler platter, mac n cheese, and cheesy potatoes."(5 Tips)
    Yessenia G.
    "best bbq in Az!! beef brisket and baked potatoes are the best"(3 Tips)
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  • Andy F.heart icon on user image
    Andy FrancoJuly 14, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Best BBQ I've had in Arizona! The pulled pork sandwich, ribs, stuffed potato baker, the meat combo, Mac and cheese, baked beans, and apple cobbler are all great. Try the root beer!!!
  • Phoenix New Times
    Phoenix New TimesAugust 5, 2014
    Ribs: Think of them as meat lollipops thick with tangy barbecue sauce, tender from being lovingly slow-smoked over pecan logs, and served up with mac 'n' cheese and/or any of a number of other sides. Read more
    Upvoted Sep 19
  • Andy L.heart icon on user image
    Andy LJune 6, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    My favorite BBQ spot. I always get the chopped brisket and pulled pork, w/ a homemade root beer, it's consistently very good. Also, the mac & cheese is the best in town. Worth a stop.
    Upvoted Sep 3
  • Luke M.
    Luke MooneyNovember 13, 2013
    Joe's BBQ is a VERY popular place in Gilbert (and for good reason). As a result, it is often quite crowded. I recommend going for lunch or early dinner, if possible, to avoid the evening rush.
  • Taylor H.
    Taylor HoutsNovember 17, 2013
    By far the best BBQ I have ever had! I love ordering to go, and picking it up at the cute little window outside! The people are hilarious and their chicken is the best you'll ever have!!
  • Jonathan D.
    Jonathan DavisAugust 24, 2011
    I love this place... good food overall. I usually get the bigger sandwich with 2 meats and take half home. Mac and Cheese, beans, cornbread, and cheesy potatoes are all really great sides.
  • Greg W.
    Greg WebbFebruary 14, 2013
    The best bbq in the valley. If it's your first time you have to get a half slab of ribs (caked in sauce), bbq beans, mac n cheese, and homemade rootbeer. You can thank me later.
  • Jenifer L.heart icon on user image
    Jenifer LambertApril 14, 2015
    The chicken is unbelievably moist. BBQ sauce is one of the best I've ever had. Not too sweet.
  • Matthew S.
    Matthew SwartzAugust 4, 2013
    "The pulled pork here is the best. Also, if you don't know what you want, just get the sliders (chicken/turkey/pork) -- some of everything. Oh and food is free on your b-day."
  • Betinaheart icon on user image
    BetinaSeptember 29, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Always worth the ride from Ahwatukee and worth the wait. Should there be a line, sometimes to the door or out, it moves quickly... and it's so worth it!!
  • Kenneth M.heart icon on user image
    Kenneth MillarJune 8, 2016
    Joe's Real BBQ is a very unique experience. I love the food and the rustic restaurant in the heart of Gilbert's Heritage District.
  • Lilli F.heart icon on user image
    Lilli Francisco-RimandoMarch 13, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Pulled pork, brisket, roasted turkey & chicken, ribs, max & cheese and the cheesy potatoes - yum! The bbq sauces are divine!
  • Kyle G.heart icon on user image
    Kyle GrayDecember 30, 2016
    Best barbecue place in Gilbert. The sausage is amazing, and the different sauces rock too. Gives a real old fashion vibe.
  • Lyndsey L.
    Lyndsey LaGregoNovember 11, 2010
    You can't go wrong with the sampler plate. The corn is my favorite side: very sweet and buttery. Wash down with homemade rootbeer. Kids will like the old-fashioned candy and the old tractor inside.
  • Phoenix New Times
    Phoenix New TimesNovember 4, 2013
    You won't go wrong no matter what you order, but popular items include the ribs, ham, baked beans, and of course, the homemade root beer. Read more
  • Tim R.heart icon on user image
    Tim RoanSeptember 2, 2016
    Try the sampler platter, mac n cheese, and cheesy potatoes. So delicious!!!
  • Joe J.
    Joe JohnstonSeptember 6, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    My favorites: turkey sandwich (jumbo), beans and/or cole slaw, arnold palmer. Use all of the condiments, especially the onion relish and the regular BBQ sauce.
  • Greg S.heart icon on user image
    Greg SchulzNovember 18, 2014
    The pulled pork sandwich was solid. The massive piece of cornbread with butter that I can only assume is derived from crack was a game changer.
  • Nathan P.
    Nathan PhillipsDecember 24, 2011
    Best BBQ in arizona!... the bbq ribs are killer... I love the sauce and the homestyle rootbeer.... oh and rootbeer cake!.. this is a place you need to goto!
  • Wendy K.
    Wendy KenneyMay 28, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Everything is good here. I like the 1/3 lb pulled pork sandwich with a side of mac n. cheese. Sometimes I get sliders or wings when they have them. Read more
  • Tim H.
    Tim HeuerDecember 28, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Two meat turkey/ribs is the winner. Love the turkey. Don't be a wimp and be sure to try the hot sauce!
  • Megan C.
    Megan CampbellNovember 18, 2013
    Sit outside for extra room to spread out. The soda machine is inconveniently placed, but the homemade root beer is to die for!
  • Lisa D.heart icon on user image
    Lisa DamstraNovember 27, 2014
    The loaded baked potato with brisket is delicious! Best BBQ around!
  • Phoenix New Times
    Phoenix New TimesNovember 12, 2010
    2010 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Pulled Pork! Scrumptious impeccable pulled pork. Heady with the aroma of pecan smoke, and beyond tender from a low-and-slow cooking technique. Read more
  • Barbara H.
    Barbara HutsonJuly 21, 2011
    Pulled Pork is amazing at this great family spot in old downtown Gilbert. Great for catering too!
  • Matt R.
    Matt RileyFebruary 1, 2015
    Truly the best BBQ in town. Worth the drive where ever you live in the valley.
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    The Nick Bastian Team - Realty ExecutivesFebruary 26, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the sampler plate. SO good.
  • Per R.
    Per R.July 28, 2013
    Love their homemade root beer! Their cheesy potatoes and Mac n cheese were good too!
  • Eddie K.heart icon on user image
    Eddie KoranekMarch 31, 2015
    The chicken was super dry. Everything else was delicious! Awesome Mac n cheese!
  • Danica K.
    Danica KumlerAugust 12, 2013
    Love The Walk-Up Window! Pulled Pork Is My Fav. W/ Mac N' Cheese & A Root-beer Float!
  • Betinaheart icon on user image
    BetinaJuly 22, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Never a disappointment. Esp.love the house root beer.Don't be intimidated by long lines, they move fast.
  • Amanda M.heart icon on user image
    Amanda ManningJanuary 21, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Awsome bbq, my favorite is the chicken breast either alone or as a sandwich. Best bbq sauce I've had in AZ.
  • Courtney J.
    Courtney JacobsenSeptember 14, 2010
    great atmosphere and great food! the baked potato is soo filling but make sure you have enough room for the side mac n cheese :)
  • Jacob-Kiki H.
    Jacob-Kiki HantlaDecember 1, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The only problem is that it is always packed. Lines regularly going out doors...it's that good
  • Meganheart icon on user image
    MeganNovember 16, 2014
    Amazing food! I LOVE their coleslaw. Awesome atmosphere.
  • Keaton
    KeatonAugust 4, 2013
    You will be amazed by the root beer cake and you can only get it at Joe's BBQ.
  • lauren M.heart icon on user image
    lauren MichellsDecember 18, 2014
    Kids meals are the best. Best family atmosphere and great food
  • Adam B.heart icon on user image
    Adam BantonJanuary 1, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Best BBQ in PHX. Period. As a whole meal.
  • Nin N.heart icon on user image
    Nin NOctober 21, 2015
    Love their sauce and also you get ten bucks for your birthday
  • Brent B.
    Brent BrooksDecember 20, 2014
    Great BBQ, but the homemade root beer is the best!
  • Brad M.
    Brad M.April 28, 2013
    Don't be fooled when picking your sides. The baked beans are the way to go!
  • Cara T.
    Cara TJuly 26, 2012
    Lots of gluten free options! All of their meats and most sides. So delicious!
  • Cari J.heart icon on user image
    Cari JakshaDecember 17, 2015
    Awesome brisket, ribs, great staff!
  • Yessenia G.heart icon on user image
    Yessenia GarciaSeptember 7, 2014
    best bbq in Az!! beef brisket and baked potatoes are the best
  • Taylor O.heart icon on user image
    Taylor OrtliebSeptember 14, 2014
    Their homemade root beer was a total surprise that made my day!
  • Andrew G.heart icon on user image
    Andrew GormanJanuary 14, 2013
    The root beer is the best thing about this place. Worth the trip for that alone.
  • Linda J.
    Linda J.September 14, 2011
    Don't want to wait in line? Saturday from 5 to 5:30 is perfect! If you wait until 6 pm the line is out the door.
  • Jen M.
    Jen MerkelMarch 12, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Best barbecue anywhere and in my back yard! Pulled pork sammy and mac & cheese are the best but leave room for the homemade apple crisp too. Read more
  • My1039Phoenix
    My1039PhoenixSeptember 11, 2012
    Best BBQ in the East Valley! Try the homemade root beer while you are here!
  • Adam B.heart icon on user image
    Adam BantonJuly 8, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    The best ribs and pork. Get this picture.
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