182 Middle Turnpike W,Manchester,Connecticut
4 (322)
Reviews
Got takeout here today. Definitely hit the spot - Not a ton of places to get real BBQ in CT! T Tried several of the meats, and the Pork Ribs & Smoked chicken were standouts, very flavorful. Sides were great- coleslaw was refreshing, yans were stellar and BF housed the mac and cheese- have to get a large next time! Oh, dont forget dessert - The coconut pound cake was incredible. Moist and with a pleasant homemade-flavor to it. Highly Recommend. Excited to try the rest of the menu
I was a customer today. The front store staff was very friendly. I ordered the 3 meat plate (pulled pork, brisket and ribs) mac&cheese was my side along with a square of cornbread. I truly wanted to like there offerings. But as a southern girl with a taste for bbq; I was disappointed. Cornbread - Sweet but firm/dry Mac & cheese - Good texture but was lacking flavor/salt. Cheese was looked like it had either been reheated or sat open. Ribs - Dry Brisket - Tender but lacked flavor. The side sauce helped make them taste better. Pulled pork - Lacked flavor altogether. The portion was nice. I drove 30mins specifically to try their food and support a B.O.B. Unfortunately, the trip wasn’t worth it this time for ME. They had customers who were there and had been waiting. I’m not sure if there was a kitchen/cook issue?!? Nonetheless, the $36 cost was a loss. I’d also suggest* they use paper tape to add extra security to the containers. They’re a cheap styrofoam that easily opens/bends in transit. There was meat juices soaking the paper bag when I reached home. Someone could easily mess up their clothing or car seats.
This BBQ was good, decent even but not great. Place has 3 seats and is mainly Togo with plenty of parking. Cornbread was kinda dry, the macncheese was more of a mixin/ingredient then a standalone. I think the sandwiches are the play not the platter. Beans and pudding were good. Free mini pancakes.
I ordered the Chopped BBQ Brisket Sandwich w/ a side of Carolina Slaw or cornbread, I got both sides.. I, for the first time in my life, didn't drown the Sandwich in a sauce of my choice, I wanted to taste the beef, and was a happy with that decision!! Just pure tasty high quality beef brisket (chopped/pulled) and totally loaded. 5 🌟 plus!! The slaw is made the exact way it should with a nice vinegar ingredient, like it's supposed to be, especially if you're going to preface it with Carolina. The cornbread was solid, a little different than most, very tasty, no dipping necessary. This a to go and catering restaurant, well worth it. I highly recommend.
They aren’t kidding when they say soul food. We came here to fulfill a BBQ craving and were pleasantly surprised. There is minimal seating inside and they are mainly take out. Not only was the food delicious but everyone working there was so helpful and delightful to interact with. I do regret not trying the brisket but it just means we will need to go back! We ended up getting the pulled pork and jerk chicken. Both of which you can tell are made with the special ingredient of love. Get that BBQ you’ve been craving at Thomas Smokey Pit Stop and prepare to be BBQ food happy!