Bark Barbecue Cafe

I stopped by Bark BBQ in Stevensville, MD and tried the BBQ Pulled Pork Bark Bowl — and wow, it was amazing! The pork was perfectly tender and full of flavor, and the portion was generous. Every bite had that perfect smoky goodness you hope for in great barbecue. The sauce complemented it perfectly without being overpowering. You can really tell they put pride and care into their food here. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was relaxed, and the food came out hot and fresh. Definitely one of my new favorite spots on Kent Island — I’ll be back for sure!

This place should be on everyone’s list to check out at least once! I came across it as an up-and-coming BBQ joint in Maryland, and since my wife and I are big BBQ fans, we had to make the trip. We drove a few hours to get here and arrived within the last hour of service. We ordered the platter for two ($42), which was a great value. Since they were out of chicken (a good sign—it must be 🔥), we added pork belly instead (additional charge), and it did not disappoint! My favorites were the brisket—both lean and moist cuts were excellent—and the ribs… OMG 🤤 absolutely 🔥. The pork belly was also on point, with crispy edges and a deep, smoky flavor that hit just right. The chipotle aioli, Alabama white and bbq sauces were solid. For sides, the standout was the collard greens. They had that slow-cooked, homemade flavor—like someone’s grandma (or someone with thick arms 💪🏽😂) was back there putting love into every batch. The Mexican rice and coleslaw were solid and paired nicely with the meats. The "lasered" potatoes were unique and delicious, especially with the house-made pickled onions and pickles. I do wish they offered mac and cheese—just a small thing—but overall, everything was spot-on. We’ll definitely be back. Thanks for the amazing BBQ experience!

Really great barbeque! I loved the brisket burger as well as the platter. The veggies were an odd addition to the meal, and the serving looks cheap. Otherwise an amazing place!

Bark BBQ Cafe is a nice restaurant that's off the beaten path. The BBQ was decent, earning it a solid 3 stars. The brisket had a nice smoke ring and was very tender, the pulled pork sandwich was a little bland, but the star of the meal was the smoked pork belly that alone was worth the trip. As far as sides the garlic mashed potatoes, and laser potatoes were delicious. Overall, it's a good spot if you're craving BBQ and are in the area, but it didn't quite hit that "wow" factor. However, with it's well-rounded menu that offers breakfast options and cafe favorites like Affogato's, it's a reliable choice sure to satisfy the whole family.

Top notch with a great set up. Easily the best barbecue I’ve had in the area. All of the meats and sauces are excellent! I especially enjoyed the pork belly with the peach hoisin sauce.

Atmosphere great. Tastefully decorated and clean for the most part. Service, meh. Food… the brisket on the brisket sandwich may have been the driest I’ve had. Ask for bbq sauce if you get it so you can swallow it down. Harvest bowl was pretty good, but it didn’t fit the bbq menu at all. It was served with pita and hummus. I think I’d drop the bbq and stick with the Mediterranean foods. 🤷🏼‍♀️

The salad with chicken was ok, I prefer a more robust salad. My friend got the bowl which had pickled onions and green beans. The salad could use some additional flavor. Dressing might have been better on the side or top rather than under the salad and chicken.

Stopped by for take out brisket tacos, I think they were a special for the day. I hope the owners will consider adding them to the regular menu because they may be the best tacos I’ve ever had! An amazing combo of flavors and the brisket was perfect. Consistently outstanding BBQ. A real find just slightly off the beaten path.

Bottom Line: Some of the best barbecue in Maryland served in an unassuming business park. I was excited when my asked if I wanted to go to Bark while passing through town. He's previously brought home chicken and laser potatoes and it was great so I was excited to visit the restaurant. Immediately upon parking in the lot I was transported back to Austin. There is just something about the pit operations outside and the tables under the canopy out front that reminded me of some of the barbecue places i visited in Austin. If sitting outdoors isn't your thing then they have a nice little dining space inside too. I was craving ribs but on a late Sunday evening they were out so I ordered the brisket tacos and they didn't disappoint. The tacos were like small street tacos but totally loaded with brisket. And because the laser potatoes are among the best spuds I've ever eaten, we shared an order of those too. Employees were friendly and the chill atmosphere was nice for a Saturday night. The food was amazing and I can't wait to return.

Really phenomenal barbecue spot. Located in a business park that's a little bit off the beaten path unless you happen to work near there. Absolutely worth the time and detour if you are a local or even just passing through the area. Excellent barbecue and sides. They are missing a few barbecue staple options such as certain side dishes, but overall a robust menu. They have sit down seating inside and when the weather is nice outside.

The brisket and laser potatoes are the best. The pork belly sandwich was good too, but I will only go back for the brisket. I have always done take out and the service is fast.

Pork belly and brisket sandwich were delicious. Friendly staff and very informative. Highly recommend

The food was amazingly delicious and the staff were very polite and friendly. Definitely recommend the restaurant.

Casual order at the counter dining but the food is phenomenal! The chicken is the best. We ordered a sample plate I would highly recommend. It's a very casual environment so I wouldn't come here for the ambience. We stopped by on a Saturday night and it was completely empty. We were the only people at the restaurant.

Definitely worth the drive out to grab some amazing bbq! I've missed good bbq since, I left Memphis--those I've tried in DC leave something to be desired. Their star here is the brisket--tender, juicy and smokey. All the sides were great too!

Stopped by for lunch, not much space inside but there are tables outside that looks so cozy. We ordered the pitmaster sampler, pork belly and brisket sandwich, garlic mashed potatoes and a texmex salad? It had wontons and corn in it. Sandwiches were all were delish, if we lived closer I probably come back to taste the rest of the menu. Meat was juicy and flavorful. Out of the sampler platter, we loved the ribs and that potatoe cube. Garlic mashed potatoes was pretty good. Everything else was just meh. -rice was too dried -collard greens was sharper than a broken mirror -cole slaw was ok -chicken was somewhat juicy, had a hint of curry flavor to it. It wasn't bad. -brisket was a little dried

Wow. This place is so so good. Breakfast Burrito & Cappuccino were awesome. Ribs & Brisket out of this world. Sides were spot on and Laser Potatoes SO UNIQUE. Must try. Make sure you save room for the DESSERT too !!! Quality food, quality staff. They treat you like family. Thank you

Amazing service. A wide array of selections. Yummy brisket (and I'm from Texas), fresh delish greens and white slaw. Don't miss the laser potatoes. Sauce is Carolina style but good. Clean bathroom.

Wow, what a hidden gem of a bbq spot! + platter + chicken was so moist and flavorful + collards + pickles + great sauces + ribs + you can smell the smoke as soon as you pull into the lot Brisket wasn't my fave, but that chicken and ribs are fireeee

Really pleasant surprise at this place. They have smokers out to prep all the meat and you can tell. Some of the best barbecue I have had in a long time.

Food was delicious! We got the pork belly, brisket, and pulled pork, all of which were excellent. Service was good with friendly staff and a short wait to get our food. We apparently had the luck of going on the 4th anniversary of the restaurant, so we were all given a free sample serving of the seasonal ice cream--which genuinely rivals soft serves I've gotten at ice cream parlors. Will definitely be coming back!

So let me start by saying I LOVE pulled pork and have had hundreds of sandwiches all across the country and this is easily in the top 3 and is definitely the best I've had in the Mid-Atlantic. The pork was moist but not too wet. The sauce, slaw and pickles were a great compliment that the toasted roll. The laser fries with a spicy dipping sauce were really good with a crispy outside and softer inside. I'll definitely be coming back here.

Best restaurant on the island in my opinion because they make their own food here. Owner is around frequently, steady staff that gets to know their customers and a friendly vibe. the food is spot on. There have been inconsistencies from chef to chef occasionally in how a dish is prepared. But their main fare-truly barbecued meats are wonderful and consistent.

By no means am I trying to discourage anyone from trying this place. The food is decent. The pork is a a little dry, but the bark is pretty good. The brisket has a different taste from the wood I think. It's not bad just different. Sauces cost extra, but the regular bbq sauce is tasty. Never heard of that before. Every BBQ place I've been it's free and usually have it on the table or in a dispenser. Service is great. The place is nice it's in an industrial area I think. The place had an unusual smell. The food didn't really remind me of Austin Texas.

Finally made it to Bark and I'm so glad I did. Shared a brisket and pork belly sandwiches and it's hard to pick which one was more delicious. The out door seating is really nice. I'm a BBQ snob and this might be the best I've ever had. Can't wait to sample their meat sampler.

Okay, take it from me...Bark Barbecue has the best bbq in Maryland! After seeing a few reviews from my fellow Yelpers we decided to try Bark's out for dinner. As soon as you park your car your greeted with the amazing smell from the wood fired grills. You know a restaurant is good when you want to eat everything on the menu, so we ordered the bbq platter and a brisket sandwich. The platter comes with four sides and one of them is the laser potatoes....you HAVE to try them! The food was delicious and there was enough left over (the platter serves two) that we took home the leftovers. Those probably won't last the night in our refrigerator. The outdoor seating is very crazy with baskets of beautiful flowers and plenty of fans to stay cool. You can sit there and get a great view of the bbq grills. As others have mentioned, Bark Barbecue is out the way, but we will now make it a regular stop for bbq. I can't wait to try their breakfast burritos. Oh, and my wife and son LOVED their ice cream.

The only place to get better barbecue is in Texas. This place is absolutely off the charts. You will not get any better brisket this far up I-95 anywhere! Yes, it's pricey, but you get what you pay for. This is fantastic BBQ

Found this spot on Yelp and will say it was completely worth the drive over the bridge on Fathers Day. It's tucked away in a business park like all good BBQ and breweries are. Plenty of parking and outdoor seating that's covered! With fans! I wouldn't say an extensive menu but that's good! Do a few things well and boy did they. The kiddo got the ribs which he called spicy but he also called pancakes spicy. So you know, he's not a reliable narrator. Hubby and I both got the bark bowl. I had chicken and him brisket. Interesting mix of flavors and textures. Love the red rice with Cole slaw. Major thumbs up to all the BBQ offerings. Love the local canned beer selection and out of state wines. That's for the best though. I may be a wine snob now but MD wines just don't cut it. Anyway. The best part may have been the ice cream. Hubby got the seasonal sundae which was a peach blueberry cobbler. Peach and vanilla swirled soft serve with blue berry sauce and crumbles. OMG. Immediately texted my dad who is a peach ice cream man about it. The kiddo and I split a cookies and cream milkshake. So good! I suspect it won't be a hidden gem for long.

A must try!!! Being from Texas I was on the hunt for great BBQ. I finally found it! Thanks to recommendations of my coworkers. I got the Chicken Sandwich (smoked chicken thigh) and it was so tender and full of flavor!!!! My daughter got the brisket sandwich and loved it. We had to try the dessert! The soft serve is perfect! Did I mention they do coffee???? The best of both worlds!!! I can't wait to come back.

Bark barbecue café is a hidden gem. They offer warm welcoming atmosphere along with prescription food, drink, and dessert. It must visit for everyone looking for delightful dining experience. I'm still dreaming about my meal. Each bite was delight delightful and the presentation just blew me away. don't miss out. trying the ribs, chicken the brisket and the rice and potato out of the world

Delicious! A gem find. Stumbled across this place. Tucked away. Will definitely return!

I stopped here the other day after someone that lives in the area recommended it. I ordered online on my drive down, probably about 30 minutes before I arrived. I wasn't sure what to expect and didn't have a lot of time to wait. Of course my gps was off so I actually arrived about ten minutes before I said I would...so needless to say I had to wait anyways (my fault not there's). The location is strange, it sits in a business complex and there really is no way of knowing where it is. However, when you pull in you can see a patio, in front of the building and opposite that two large stick burners with a huge amount of oak stacked. A good sign since they reference Texas BBQ on their website. I ordered the breakfast burrito with brisket and the laser potatoes. The laser potatoes are a great idea, thin sliced potatoes pressed and cooked low then dropped in a fryer to crisp up when ordered. The only issue I had with them was they weren't seasoned at all...had they had some salt while they slow cooked to flavor them I wouldn't have needed the aioli. The aioli was great but I think the potatoes, seasoned on their own would've been perfect. The burrito was good, it had everything in the description (beans, eggs, cheese, aioli, brisket, etc). The brisket, from what I could tell, seemed to have a good bark, good smoke flavor and was seasoned right. I had to try hard to taste it though simply due to everything that was in the burrito. But that's how these things are made. If I'm in the area I will return to try their lunch. But I was surprised to see they didn't offer any meat only options. Which is strange being as they talk about Texas BBQ on the website, even the picture on the home page is probably from a joint in Austin. A true test of a pit master is their brisket, ribs, chicken or sausage on it's own with nothing else. I don't know the area so this may be what the locals want (and based on the reviews it appears that way). But if you've got the product give the option...I would much rather order a pound of brisket for breakfast than a burrito any day!

Bark BBQ is one of those places that, unfortunately, you have to know exists before you go there. Part of a little industrial / commercial park off the main road in a small town, there's not much chance you're going to see it from the main highway. But, if you're crossing The Bridge, it's worth popping off the highway and going all of a mile and a half out of your way. There's a great little park and hiking area just down by it, which is how I managed to find it. Bark's main entrance is literally mindblowing. A huge sign, huge area of wood, big smokers, and a kind of fancy looking frontage -- but inside, it's a typical kind of bbq joint. There's plenty of small tables outside, but inside, it's just two very large, "community style" tables, and a counter where you place your order. The menu is posted up over your head, but notice that there's a few other items to the sides on their own menu boards? Weird, but whatever. I ordered a pulled pork bbq sandwich, which was served on a bun with chopped coleslaw on top, and a slightly (very slightly) spicy bbq sauce. They've got quite a variety of sauces, and I imagine they'll substitute them out for you. It was a bit sloppy, and utterly delicious. The box it came in wound up soaked with sauce and bits of coleslaw, and I vaguely considered eating it, too. But, y'know, people would judge. The sandwich comes with a side of crisps, too, which I didn't eat. They have cans of soda, wine, and beer -- a little bit odd, as they appear to be mostly a weekly lunch spot, but, you do you. I got a can of soda. I do wish they had either bottles or a fountain, since a single can wasn't enough to really go with the meal, and I didn't wanna go up to the counter and order another. Overall, the BBQ was amazing -- not the "best I've ever had" level, but up there. If I had to, absolutely had to, come up with a negative comment on it, I did think it was a little expensive, especially considering the location. Prices are a little more in line with what I pay in the DC area than in the burbs of the burbs. Still, portion was good, food was fantastic, and I thought it was fair.

Picked up breakfast on this beautiful day, we got one pork belly burrito, and one brisket burrito for me and my wife. My daughter got the egg sandwich, which was by the way the most beautiful sandwich I've ever seen. The lady at the register was very friendly and Amazing. And helped us with our order, it being our first time here. I will definitely recommend this to anyone who will listen, the food is amazing!

Pros: The best barbecue that I have had in Maryland. Smoking the meat right in front of the location. Very large portions. Fast, polite service. Cons: Price is very high. Limited hours. Limited seating. Two tables inside (one very long). More seating outside on the parking lot. Limited menu (I posted a picture). However, the limited menu could also be a plus. Very few options but they are all done to perfection. There is also a platter for two which is not on their website, or the picture I posted, however it is on the wall inside the establishment, which I would certainly try. If you are looking for the very best authentic Texas barbecue on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, and the price does not matter, this is the place for you!

Nice hidden joy! The sandwiches are unique and very good. If I wasn't traveling - I would have tried a coffee drink. I wish they had more inside seating. We had to eat in the car.

Couldn't wait to try this place because of the phenomenal reviews ? But, a small rack of ribs was $60 plus ( 10 bones ) so I was expecting good things, the ribs were dry like beef jerky and the flavor tasted like Jack Links. Nobody in our group wanted a second serving even though we had 6 ribs left over. We were not impressed and felt they were extremely overpriced.

So different from the usual BBQ joint. It didn't smell like BBQ when we walked in. No meat heavy platters with collared greens or mac n cheese or cornbread here. I appreciated the change from the usual, because sometimes I come away from BBQ places feeling like such a carnivore from all the meat. We ordered the bark bowl (with chicken), the spare ribs that are covered with Korean gochujang sauce (sweet and spicy and very different from the usual tomato or vinegar based BBQ sauces), and the pork belly sandwich. The bark bowl was great, it had green beans, pickled onions, rice, and slaw, which provided a nice balance with the chicken. The portion size of the bowl was large. The pork belly sandwich is not that big. It does come with a bag of chips, but one might still have room for more if they're just eating the pork belly sandwich. We ate our orders outside, since they have a really nice patio, but there's also communal tables indoors. It's in the middle of a business park, so there's no foot traffic and feels pretty quiet. Wouldn't go out of my way to come here, but would come back if we're in the area.

Great Texas style BBQ! Smoking on site - delicious!!! Did not have time to try the soft serve but we will be back.

After spending a year in Austin and eating through much of its top BBQ shops (Interstellar, LeRoy & Lewis, Distant Relatives, Franklin, Valentina's, Bunrt Bean, etc, etc, etc.), I was curious and a little skeptical when I heard that Kent Island had a place that made Central Texas style BBQ. After eating at Bark Barbecue, it's off to a very promising start. The Brisket Sandwich features brisket with excellent bark, a nice-looking smoke ring, and some smokey fflavor. However, I thought it was a bit dry, not helped by the fact that my sandwich was mostly lean, rather than moist brisket. I liked the slaw and the sesame bun, but the sandwich could've used more acid to pull everything together. Moreover, it's quite pricey at $16.95; I don't believe any of the BBQ sandwiches in Austin are above $16 at this point. It's a good sandwich, but I'd get it only if I have a real BBQ fix. I rather liked the pork belly sandwich more, as it brought together juicy protein, crunch, and acid into a single bite. The thick cuts of pork belly were moist and tasty, the thick cuts of heirloom (beefsteak?) tomatos provided juicy acid, and the lettuce provided some crunch. The toasted rye bread was also great--the dill and carraway seeds worked really well--but the slices were too thin and couldn't hold the sandwich together. If Bark could make one tweak here, it's to make the slices thicker and/or more robust. I was surpirised at ffirst that Bark did not offer a BBQ platter, since that's what I associate with Central Texan BBQ. Such a platter exists off-menu, consisting of brisket, pork belly, chicken, and spare ribs. But there's no jalapenño sausage, which was my second favorite BBQ item to order in Austin. (Staff informed me that they're currently tryign out sausage recipes) Nor is there much in the way of BBQ sides, either traditional or new wave. Bark Barbecue clearly needs some time to mature. It's off to a good start, but the next steps will be crucial.

Food never disappoints! Great local beers and coffee. The Bark Bowl with brisket is flavorful with a balanced mix of sweet, sour, and savory. Ice cream is smooth and creamy. A bit pricier than a chain bbq place, however, you won't regret it because the flavors hit! Always smells amazing with the smoker right outside. The outdoor seating is cozy with the heaters and great ambiance.

This is a very different BBQ place. Industrial park parking lot, but worth the visit. Go inside to order at the counter. Very clean, not a lot of menu items and not all your standard BBQ options either. Order from the menu on the wall with pictures, pay, go outside (there is some indoor seating too), pick a table, and wait for your food. The Bark Bowl is a favorite of the Mrs. I'm partial to the brisket. Good quality meat, smoked right there in the parking lot, then fabricated into non-traditional BBQ creations that are excellent!

In the small town of Stevensville, MD sits a Texas style bbq place that will blow your socks off. It is a little off the beaten path, but My husband and I stopped in here for lunch after meeting halfway between our home and where he has been working the last week. I chose this place for a couple reasons. 1) the menu looked good and 2) though there was only a few, the reviews were excellent. Damn I am glad I did. We were instantly greeted and a nice woman behind the counter explained a little about the menu and then told us what the special was. It was called the Summer Special and it was a Pork Belly BLT (pork belly instead of the bacon) and I'm not sure I will ever be able to have it any other way from now on. The pork belly was probably the most tender pork belly I have ever had and I eat it if I see it on a menu haha. My husband had the Brisket Sandwich and much like Texas itself, it was huge. They definitely don't skimp on the meat. It was perfect. The crisp of the Bark, to the tenderness and moistness of the meat, to the pairing with their slaw made this sandwich mouthwatering delicious! Luckily for us, we are good about sharing. So I got a few bites of his and he got a few bites of mine and we were in heaven! We followed it up with the Strawberry Cheesecake Soft Serve Gelato, which was topped with crumbled graham cracker and a strawberry purée. I didn't know you could make gelato any better, but making it soft serve style definitely does. It makes it so much creamier. We told Tyler, who is a Pit master at Bark Barbecue, how much we loved everything and that we were definitely coming back, So he walked out with the Original Soft Serve gelato sundae to try. It was so delicious. Thank you Tyler for your amazing hospitality. It was truly a pleasure to meet you. Everything about this experience was Perfection! I'm already planning my next visit! So if you are in the Eastern shores of Maryland or near Annapolis, do yourselves a favor and come see what I'm talking about. You won't regret it.

I don't know where to start. There's so many good things I want to point out, but I know if this post is too long, it won't get read! The breakfast sandwiches and burritos are amazing. Their pork belly is out of this world. I always get the pork belly burrito and it's the perfect mix of salty, sweet, and a kick of spice. They also make tasty coffee beverages of different varieties, my go to is the caramel latte. The service is top notch. You walk in and immediately you feel like you're welcomed in, treated like family, and make great conversation with everyone there. The ambience is very calm, the area is super clean, and there's even outdoor seating! We brought my niece dog one day and they came out and brought her an ice cream on the house (after asking of course)! They're so generous, and so warm and inviting. We go more than I'd like to admit, but I love coming back because of the delicious food and the people that work here. Please give this gem a try if you haven't already! I should also add, they make the best cookies in the area... chocolate chip is my go to, and if you don't get it around breakfast time, they'll be sold out by lunch. Pic of the pup and her ice cream!

Maybe not a 5 star location but with food like this they will find it! I can only attest to the Brisket and the Pork Sandwiches, delicious! The laser potato's, listed as a breakfast item, may have suffered from too long a life at lunch. I'll try to potato's earlier in the day next time. Ceremony is the coffee but apparently the sweets are made there. I'll be back for that pork Belly sandwich and the cookies!

We stopped by after taking our dogs to a nearby beach for a walk and a swim. We got the Brisket bowl, a pulled pork sandwich and laser potatoes. My only complaint is that the sides are not listed at the actual store so if we hadn't scoped out the menu online first, we would not have known about the potatoes on the menu. We sat at their outdoor seating and even though it's in sort of a commercial business park, it was peaceful and a great spot to enjoy the delicious food. We will be back!

Bark BBQ is absolutely delicious. Their ribs are unbelievably good, so tender and meaty and juicy. It's unbelievable. They're the best ribs I've ever eaten anywhere and I've been on a rib tour, barbecue tour of Nashville and Houston Texas and nobody can touch these ribs. The beef brisket sandwich is fantastic. The brisket is nice and juicy and the meat is tender as can be. I had to pull pork today and it was just delicious. These guys are serious barbecuers and they hit the nail right on the head. It's absolutely fabulous. People used to come visit me on Kent Island for crabcakes now they want barbecue I highly recommend a Bark Barbecue café.

Best kept secret in Stevensville. We've lived in Texas and all over the place and Bark offers up some of the BEST bbq I have ever had the pleasure of savoring. Their customer service is over the top, as well. They have expanded their menu and now offer breakfast and some drinks (they do check everyone's ID). We go here for date night, lunch- whatever. It's my favorite place! We've tried their bark bowls (my favorite), pulled pork sandwich, pork belly sandwich, brisket. You really can't go wrong. It's all so mouth watering! Just go!

The food is always good. My favorite is the beef brisket. Always fresh and if you don't want the add ons just let them know. It's no big deal. Sandwich is worth the $.

Tasty food good service! Ask staff about menu options before placing order though. Will come agin when in area for sure!

Food: The brisket sandwich here is nothing short of amazing. What sets it apart are the buttered sesame buns that add a special touch, coupled with an umami flavor from their sauce that's truly delightful. The spare ribs offer a unique experience, combining distinct Asian flavors reminiscent of both Korean and Japanese influences -- a delightful blend of sweet and peppery notes. The carrot cake soft serve was the perfect sweet ending; I have no complaints about the food--it's on par with fine dining and easily one of my favorite BBQ places, right up there with 2fifty BBQ. The selection of craft beer is also commendable. Service: The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring that the food arrived promptly. Ambiance: Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor seating, both options offer a pleasant experience. The clean and aesthetically pleasing interior indoors is matched by the comfortable outdoor setting with ample benches and giant fans.

I'm not sure what all the hype is about? What am I missing? My wife and I finally had the chance to try it out. We did pre-order carryout for lunch. She had the Pulled Pork Sandwich, and I had the Bark Bowl Brisket. It was ready on time, and everything was fresh. Her sandwich looked pleasant, and the portion size was adequate. My Bark Bowl, though... two 1/4" thick strips of pretty bland brisket, although tender for $16+??? Taste of the rice, pickled onion, cukes,cakes, and beans were good. Total for a sandwich, one platter with sides, two 12 oz cans, and one bag of chips = $45.85? Sorry, but that's steep for what we received.

Truthfully a 5 when it comes to the pure quality and taste of the Smoked, charred, juicy, and flavor of brisket and ribs. Everything else was good as well. Though it's one of my favorites on the eastern shore for BBQ this place does have its drawbacks. Very self serve food truck experience though they do bring the food out to you, smile, and seem like a really nice team! Being in a business park the location is unique. I am going to also lay out that I am not a fan of their BBQ sauce. I have learned to bring my own and the result is epic. I do prefer spicy BBQ sauce myself. The go to is the brisket sandwich which is accompanied by a pretty tasty bag of chips. I recommend that dish or the platter if you're going there with a friend to get some variety. Don't miss out on the best on the shore, come to Bark and discover your new BBQ craving.

This is the new shining star on Kent Island! I've only tried the breakfast as they are only open from 7am-3pm M-F right now but I'm sure will expand hours once they get slammed with business! Let's talk about their not so ordinary Breakfast Burrito! It come's with 3 options; First, just the regular burrito with soft scrambled eggs(the only way scrambled should be cooked, those who like it hard are monster!), pico, beans, guacamole, laser potatoes and chipoltle mayo. This is a great one if you don't like meat but then... You can get this with either smoked pork belly or brisket! I've tried both and so should you. The thing is, I love it when a restaurant takes care in the construction of a dish! Have you ever had a burrito where you bite into it and wonder, where is the meat... or egg..., or guac... Yeah, so have I, all the time. People tend to just slop it into the tortilla because no one can see it! But, we can all taste it people!!! Bark definitely takes time when they are building this masterpiece of a breakfast burrito! Take a look at the photo and see for yourself. To round out breakfast, get yourself some of the laser potatoes! Once again you can see the care and time taken to make this delicious cubes of potatoes fried golden crisp but with layers of soft potatoes. Once again, you can see the time and care taken to make these delicious potatoes. To round out breakfast, let's talk pastries. They had croissants and filled croissants, I tried the apple pie one and it was an excellent desert. And the coffee there is excellent! I also saw some exciting limited time dishes that is not on their menu. I am definitely going to try the Korean sticky ribs and will post about it once I do since my opinion, as a Korean, is the only one that matters. They also had a country stew with brisket on top that looked excellent! I'm probably going to leave work early so I can try both of these today as they are not open on the weekends. EVERYONE NEEDS TO SUPPORT THESE GUYS AND GALS BECAUSE WE NEED MORE NICE PLACES TO EAT ON THIS ISLAND!!! ***Side note: The place is very clean and tidy, always a good sign of how the operation is run. I will more restaurants on the island would take time to clean properly!

This is a great spot. We went to lunch and sat outside where they have tons of fans circulating air nicely. The inside is actually quite small with only 2-3 tables. You order at the counter and they'll bring the food to your table if you sit outdoors. We had a large group and had to split the group between several picnic style tables. My wife and I ordered the BBQ platter which had a ton of food for 39 bucks including ribs, brisket and smoked chicken. Came with 4 sides (greenS, red rice, slaw and laser potatoes). Whoever is cooking is doing so with passion and the food shows it. Great flavor! Looks like they serve soft serve and coffee. We will be back to try more.

Amazing. Had the brisket sandwich and the apple pie croissant. Both were amazing. The croissant in particular was life changing. My husband is lucky he was offered a bite. I just text everyone I know in the area to stop in for one before the fall is over! Service was also incredibly attentive and thoughtful.

BBQ right of the smoker. Fresh and seasoned well. I love the platter!! The place is small and for outdoor sitting tucked away from society.