[Jwatk]

Will have to try texas Smokehouse. Tried Weston,s last week and it was delicious, especially the brisket. Friend had the prime rib and said it was ok.oakwood is always delish, even the cheeseburger!

[jblum315]

Sorry about that, but yep, it was beyond terrible. Terrible times two.

[redwitch]

I'm a rib fiend. Love 'em -- beef or pork. I'm not a fan of the East Coast sweet sauce -- I want some bite to my sauce. That being said, went to Weston's once -- never again. Food was really bad. Ribs were all fat, no meat; sauce was sweet enough to use in sweet tea; service was okay. Love Burke's and eat there every chance I get (their chicken was okay the one time I had it but the ribs have been yummy each and every time). Haven't been to Texas Smokehouse in awhile. I need to go back. Cody's ribs aren't too bad. Sonny's is off my list. Dying to try Sugar Boo's -- have heard great things about it from a few people. Adding the Eustis/Umatilla joints to my list to check out.

[kittygilchrist]

I opened this post just to see what you had to say, RW, thinking, "I'll bet she knows ribs"...I'm gonna be licking my fingers at Burke's.

[skyguy79]

I hate to make a negative post about a restaurant and don't do it very often, but I have to agree with those who indicate that Weston's ribs were let's say... less than desirable. A few days ago we got food delivered off of their to-go menu and I've never had ribs as tough as what I got. I had a half rack of the St. Lewis Ribs and without exaggeration too much, I felt like I was chewing on beef jerky or dry leather. This was our first experience with Weston and unfortunately it will most likely be our last.

On the other hand and to have something nice to say about Weston, I really liked the macaroni & cheese side I got. Also, my wife had the Santa Maria Black Tip Sandwich. She said it wasn't bad but not really all that good either. Perhaps we should stick with Oakwood since we've never had a negative experience in the several times we've had their food.

[jblum315]

We can go back and forth about ribs forever, but I still say you haven't had the best until you've tried Sugar Boo's in Mt. Dora

[Neal2tire]

Oakwood hands down

[casita37]

Originally Posted by beachx4me

Tried Texas Stockyard this evening and the food was very good. Had the pulled pork platter and had enough to bring home some. The sauce is a little different than what I am used to (but it was good). Being from VA, I am used to the Carolina style, vinegar based sauce. Maybe I will sneak in a little of my own sauce next time!!! Will definitely go back.

If you happen to run across a real NC barbeque place, please share!!! I had a telemarketer recommend a place in Ocala...not sure how we got on the subject...LOL, but it's True Grits, just off 441, on the north side of Ocala. Well, this lady had spent time in my hometown, so I was sooooo excited, thinking she might actually KNOW what NC bbq is really like. She didn't!! There was just a hint of the taste I was looking for, but other than that, just another pulled pork, loaded with sauce, and the slaw actually had radishes in it.

My favorite bbq, so far....and I don't eat it often...is the little take out place between Belleview and Ocala. Sorry I don't recall the name, but hoping someone else can add it. They have a sign out front for a $5.00 bbq sandwhich. The pulled pork is good, haven't tried the ribs, and the potato salad is outstanding.

[kittygilchrist]

Hey, what is NC BBQ really like? I can't imagine going to NC and asking around for Florida BBQ, so it must be special!

[Russ_Boston]

Originally Posted by jblum315

It's a chain, it's a chain, it's a chain

And so is Oakwood but they are the best for me so far.

Chain restaurants get a bad rap but when you think about it why are they chains? Because people go there so they open more!

But I'll try SugarBoos on your recommendation.

Has anyone tried the We Be Smokin food truck that parks on 301 and 42?

[robertwbusby]

Originally Posted by skyguy79

I hate to make a negative post about a restaurant and don't do it very often, but I have to agree with those who indicate that Weston's ribs were let's say... less than desirable. A few days ago we got food delivered off of their to-go menu and I've never had ribs as tough as what I got. I had a half rack of the St. Lewis Ribs and without exaggeration too much, I felt like I was chewing on beef jerky or dry leather. This was our first experience with Weston and unfortunately it will most likely be our last.

On the other hand and to have something nice to say about Weston, I really liked the macaroni & cheese side I got. Also, my wife had the Santa Maria Black Tip Sandwich. She said it wasn't bad but not really all that good either. Perhaps we should stick with Oakwood since we've never had a negative experience in the several times we've had their food.

My food at TWeston's has always been good and prised just right.

[robertwbusby]

Originally Posted by rdhdleo

We just tried Burkes BBQ today, I had the Spare Rib Platter with scalloped potato and corn and the corn bread for $10 hubby had the 2 meat pulled pork and sausage , baked beans and texas toast and okra. The Ribs were fall off the bone awesome and very meaty, corn ok, scalloped potatoes ok, corn bread very yummy. Hubbys pork delicious and huge amount, sausage excellent, baked beans best ever . We will be back. Very clean and friendly. Net time wan to try their homemade from scratch cake it looked delicious! I ope they do good. We have been to Texas Stockyard twice and were not impressed at all, it was ok at best for the price. Like Oakwood a lot but usually so crowded. Haven't tried Westons but seems like more bad than good reviews.

We all have different taste so reading reviews is good but go try the food at TWeston's before you write them off your list.

[robertwbusby]

Originally Posted by jblum315

Good thing somebody likes Weston's I guess. Worst meal I've had since I've been here

The food served to me at TWestons and in take out orders has always been very good.

[robertwbusby]

Originally Posted by Snookie

Oakwood is the best I have never anything good about Burke's, I don't like sitting outside with bugs and eating offof paper plates for the same price I can go to Oakwood and get the best in town. [I][U]Weston"s is the lousiest service and food I have ever had. Never again.

Am thinking someone had a bad day and is taking it out on TWestons. My food, service, and dealings with the waiters and owners has always been good.

[robertwbusby]

Originally Posted by Jwatk

Will have to try texas Smokehouse. Tried Weston,s last week and it was delicious, especially the brisket. Friend had the prime rib and said it was ok.oakwood is always delish, even the cheeseburger!

As mentioned we all like our food different ways. love TWestons food and service but Oakwood's food and service are just ok for me