Straightforward barbecue & sides in simple digs from Taproom on 19th’s Michael Strauss
"This East Passyunk barbecue spot makes excellent pulled pork sandwiches and some notably creamy gouda mac and cheese. But our favorite thing here is the juicy brisket that's been smoked for 14 hours. You can order it plain or covered in their sweet Carolina barbecue sauce. Both options are great, especially when the weather gets cold and you’re having summer BBQ separation anxiety." - alison kessler, candis mclean
"Since the smoked brisket and ribs at Mike's are so good, the wings might seem like an afterthought. But there are several reasons you should put in an order at the South Philly spot: they’re tender, juicy, and perfectly glazed every time. Whatever your heat and spice preference is, you can choose from hot honey, BBQ, Korean (that comes with toasty sesame and green onions), and a batch they call “better than Jersey Buffalo wings.” " - candis mclean
"This East Passyunk barbecue spot makes excellent pulled pork sandwiches and some notably creamy gouda mac and cheese. But our favorite thing here is the juicy brisket that's been smoked for 14 hours. You can order it plain or covered in their sweet Carolina barbecue sauce. Both options are great, especially when the weather gets cold and you’re having summer BBQ separation anxiety. " - candis mclean
"“Mike's has more of a home feel and home taste to their meat. And by home, I mean Houston and the Texas flavor. The wood that they use reminds me more of home. They have a brisket sandwich that's really great. Their pork ribs are really good. I think they have some really good sides, but honestly, I'm the kind of person who, if I go to get barbecue, I am not going there for the sides. No. I'm going there for the meat.” " - candis mclean
"This Midtown Village spot boasts a lengthy bill of barbecue fare, from chopped beef sandwiches to sharable multi-meat flights. What really sets Huff and Puff apart from the competition, though, is an extensive menu of vegan options like corn ribs with Alabama white sauce, pulled jackfruit, and cauliflower burnt ends." - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff