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Sweet Auburn BBQ

Sweet Auburn BBQ

BBQ Joint$$$$
Poncey-Highland, Atlanta
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    James H.
    "The King of Memphis Melt is absolutely amazing."(3 Tips)
    T. J.
    "The Wu Tang wings are amazing!"(2 Tips)
    Cason M.
    "Pimento cheese wontons are a must, great service great food!"(7 Tips)
    Mike D.
    "Brunch buffet has a nice selection as well."(2 Tips)
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  • Jessica W.
    Jessica WuMarch 18, 2014
    Awesome rustic/vintage 60s throwback environment with an amazing fusion style menu. We had the super buns, pimento cheese won tons, burger and Texas sandwich- I recommend all!
    Upvoted Sep 8
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    Haley JenkinsAugust 27, 2015
    Oh my geez. Memphis melt sandwich DELICIOUS. Mac&cheese = the jam. Bartender was extremely knowledgable. Pimento cheese & bacon wonton things delicious!! Everything is good!!
  • AJC
    AJCAugust 1, 2014
    Known mainly as a food truck and catering operation in recent times, Sweet Auburn Barbecue has quietly opened a new brick-and-mortar restaurant in the former Pura Vida space on North Highland Avenue. Read more
  • Cameron
    CameronSeptember 16, 2014
    A Sunday Funday boozy brunch spot that's not to be missed. BBQ buffet with all of the fixings and bottomless mimosas and Bloody Mary's for $25. The green beans awesome.
  • AJC
    AJCJune 5, 2015
    On the buffet guests will find French Toast Crunch-crusted French toast next to sesame chicken and waffles, owner Howard Hsu's mother Betty's steamed bao, and more traditional breakfast offerings. Read more
  • Caroline W.heart icon on user image
    Caroline WuApril 23, 2017
    Sunday brunch buffet $20! Not the biggest spread but exemplary quality over quantity for sure - the pulled pork, sesame chicken, and wings were the best!
  • Terrence P.heart icon on user image
    Terrence PinkardDecember 16, 2016
    The smoked wings with wutang. Skillet asparagus and maple bacon brussel sprouts.
    Upvoted Oct 11
  • AJC
    AJCJune 29, 2015
    "The Bravado" is a smooth, summer cocktail with fruity flavors like pineapple, watermelon, ginger, and Cana Brava rum. Read more
  • Mike D.
    Mike DuboseApril 1, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Love this place great bbq and their sauce is amazing. Brunch buffet has a nice selection as well.
  • Sam L.heart icon on user image
    Sam LackJanuary 26, 2020
    Pimento cheese wontons and a bucket of cornbread were great apps. Brisket was good. Mac and cheese good too.
  • Gregory C.heart icon on user image
    Gregory CoxJuly 25, 2016
    Enjoyed the Korean style ribs a lot. May have enjoyed them slightly more than the Memphis style ribs.
  • Alex B.heart icon on user image
    Alex BosworthNovember 8, 2021
    I couldn’t find smoked wings on the menu but try and get them anyway because they are awesome
  • Rane M.heart icon on user image
    Rane MartinNovember 7, 2014
    One of my Top 3 favorite barbecue places in ATL, though I haven't tried them all...
  • Marcel C.
    Marcel CrudeleDecember 30, 2018
    Great breakfast burrito and grits for Sunday brunch
  • James H.heart icon on user image
    James HillAugust 16, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The King of Memphis Melt is absolutely amazing. You must taste it. I like it with pork.
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    XPLRR AtlantaAugust 20, 2014
    Download our FREE iPhone/Android app from www.XPLRR.com to discover great food and drink specials offered at Sweet Auburn BBQ!
  • Jessica J.heart icon on user image
    Jessica JonesFebruary 15, 2015
    Great brunch! Friendly staff, awesome atmosphere, would definitely come back!
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    JoyceNovember 13, 2022
    Chill atmosphere in summer of 2018 to have a meet up with friends!
  • Lears F.
    Lears FoolOctober 16, 2018
    Great bar seating, if you are looking for solo dining.
  • Shelley D.
    Shelley DuBoisMarch 10, 2014
    Yummmmmm! Be sure to try the pimento won tons before your BBQ!
  • Len S.heart icon on user image
    Len ScottMarch 25, 2014
    Try the mint sweet tea. Great food....a bit pricy but well worth it.
  • Cason M.heart icon on user image
    Cason MilnerJuly 23, 2014
    Pimento cheese wontons are a must, great service great food!
  • Jonathan N.
    Jonathan NesbittJune 19, 2014
    The Wu-Tang Wings are life changing.
  • Harold S.heart icon on user image
    Harold ShanksFebruary 15, 2016
    Wonton wings of course!
  • Mecca M.
    Mecca McRaeMarch 19, 2014
    The brisket was so tender that I could it with a fork.
  • Woody W.heart icon on user image
    Woody WommackApril 15, 2016
    The banana pudding is the real deal
  • Ericheart icon on user image
    EricFebruary 26, 2018
    The wings are on point..
  • Julieheart icon on user image
    JulieAugust 11, 2014
    Wu Tang wings! Banana pudding- so delicious!
  • T. J.
    T. JordanMay 10, 2014
    The Wu Tang wings are amazing!
  • Meredith C.
    Meredith CullenMarch 11, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The chopped salad is the bomb.
  • christy d.heart icon on user image
    christy drawdyMarch 26, 2017
    Food was delicious. Service was not good. Waited 20 minutes after getting water to place order. Ordered margarita and it never got turned in, so I never got it. But food is fabulous
  • Marcel C.
    Marcel CrudeleDecember 30, 2018
    Great bloody Mary
  • Jason K.
    Jason KooNovember 14, 2015
    The turkey & waffles sandwich, holy crap
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HarrisJanuary 2, 2020
    Pimento cheese won tons
  • Camille W.heart icon on user image
    Camille WilliamsJune 11, 2015
    Friendly staff!
  • Jonathan N.
    Jonathan NesbittJuly 2, 2014
    The service is great these days
  • Allison S.
    Allison SparrowJune 22, 2014
    Picnic Platter is da bomb!
  • Krishna C.heart icon on user image
    Krishna ChandranJune 7, 2015
    Chicken wings
  • Shawna D.
    Shawna DixApril 17, 2014
    Great spot!!!
  • Jill S.heart icon on user image
    Jill SchaefferJune 14, 2020
    Dirty bird wings with blue cheese
  • Stash "Supreme" M.heart icon on user image
    Stash "Supreme" MadisonSeptember 17, 2016
    WU-TANG WINGS, WTF!!!!!! OMG!!!!!!!
  • Garrett P.heart icon on user image
    Garrett PateOctober 31, 2015
    Sweet auburn Tacos
  • JC G.
    JC GoodwinMarch 20, 2014
    Disappointing experience. The baby backs are really tough.
  • Luke B.heart icon on user image
    Luke BeardJanuary 2, 2016
    Dino bone.
  • Erica L.heart icon on user image
    Erica LaurenMay 3, 2022
    veggie side plate
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