Randy's Bar-B-Q

I sure don't know why all of the good ratings? These were simply the worst ribs I have ever had, and I teach bbq! There is no low and slow here! They are cooked directly over charcoal, thus a strange 'off taste' to them and no rub, no smoke bark, and no mop sauce! I can't believe people line up for these?

It’s off the beaten path and no frills about it (there are no sides sold), but it will be some of the best BBQ you’ve ever had. Oh those ribs! We got there early, jumped in line and ordered like we knew what we were doing. (Reminiscent of Pat’s in Philly or Katz’s in NYC you’ll quickly see who the locals are that know how to order 😂). The ribs alone (“sauce on the side” we found out is preferred) were so flavorful. We got a full rack and ate almost every one. Wish this place was closer to home.

We didn't plan on eating at Randy's, but we were driving by and saw the line of people standing outside, and thought, "that must be the best BBQ in Savannah!" It was definitely worth the wait. Nothing but ribs and chicken drumsticks on the menu, but it was delicious, and I love to support local businesses.

Terrible management that leaves 30 people outside in the pouring rain for 45 minutes while one person on line got food only to tell everyone else they ran out. Only had food left for catering. How difficult is it to open your eyes look at your inventory and look at the people outside and figure that out. Absolutely no regard for it's customers. Thankfully I had munchies bbq as a backup and it was excellent especially the collards, ribs and chicken and guess what you can sit at a table inside

Here from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Saw a line up and thought, perfect place! Got in line 1st try and they ran out. Employees in line warned us we might not make it but were so pleasant and friendly! Came back next day, got 5 piece chicken thinking just 5 chicken legs?? and medium ribs. Well, plenty of meat for 2 meals at $15! Sauce was awesome and meat lightly smoked, tender. LOVED IT!

Randy is some kind of evil genius! What he does to the BBQ to make it taste so good I can’t even imagine. I don’t like mustard but somehow he makes the Carolina sauce so scrumptious that I have lick it off the to go container. It’s a bit out of the way and you may have to wait, but trust me, it’s worth it!

I’ve had a lot of bbq in my life and these by far was the best ribs I ever had in my life! The line was super long but it was worth the wait!!! No sides comes with bread. And that sauce is soooooooo sooooooo good! Meat was tender, if ur ever in the area and catch him open…trust me when I say stop and try!!!!! I hope to catch him again when I come back to Savannah!!! This is the $5 rib plate.

I was vacationing in Savannah. Best meal in Savannah hands down. Ribs were great. Sauce was excellent. Get here early at 10:30 and you won't be disappointed.

It is certainly a journey getting food from Randy's. Let me tell you: if you don't go knowing what to expect, you might get a little frustrated. We were advised to get there early since it can get busy, so we arrived around 10:30 am (when they open). There were at least 5 others in line before us, and more started queueing up after. The parking lot is almost non-existent: there is a small patch of concrete and gravel next to Randy's that can maybe fit 5 cars max. I suggest you park across the street where you can park comfortably. We waited for about 40 min in line as the folks at Randy's were finishing up the BBQ (or so I assumed... Things weren't really communicated to us, but there was a LOT of smoke emitting from the tent right next to the store). A man started taking everyone's orders about halfway through the wait, so be sure you know what you want to order! (Their menu is posted on their door.) Everyone was ordering a slab so we did too, along with a deviled crab. There's no seating, so everything is takeout (and cash) only. Speaking of which, Randy's does have a nice little ATM right outside for those who didn't think to prepare cash. Anywho, onto the review itself: the deviled crab was delicious and tasted like a $16 crab cake from Maryland (despite being only $3! What a steal!). The ribs were fine. Good deal for the slab - $25 and fed 2 people for 2 meals. The sauce was a blend of ketchup, mustard, and mayo (we asked for sauce on the side). Didn't get to try the chicken this time. All in all, I'd say Randy's is worth going to for the value and the experience.

Well maybe we went at a bad time, because this place always has a long line outside. When I notice a new place I wanna try I do the following: 1. Stalk their Yelp page (yes, tips and ALL) 2. Read the reviews 3. Closely evaluate the pics 4. Read through the menu to make notes So I was so eager to try the Pulled Pork sandwich, BBQ Ribs, and ALL the sides!!! We got there at 10:30 am when they opened and it was already a line YES! Just to put in the order and to find out that "WE ONLY HAVE RIBS TODAY"... Oh I know you lying (in my Southwest Ga inside voice)!!! Got a slab of ribs (not sure why but they were sliced) and only cost $20.00 with the sauce on the side! The ribs were piping hot, needed a bit more seasoning, had great grilled smoke flavor and juicy.The sauce has a thick mustard consistency. I would recommend calling ahead to verify the menu items for that day. I definitely would return to try the sandwiches though...

Great ribs with sauce! No veges available which is a downside. $16 for 2 plates of medium serving Service is pick up only. We waited in a line about 20 min Ambiance??? None but food is great

Ordered ribs Randy's and received my order got home and noticed they gave me two pieces of chicken instead of my 1/2 rack of spareribs. So i called back because i live about a hour away, the guy on the phone to me to bring a copy of my receipt and picture of the food. So the next day i did what he said when i got there a young mouthy lady was told me, i should have brought the food back but i told her the dude on the phone told me something different. So she left the window and yelled something to someone in the back and some dude brought me some baby back ribs ( I ordered spareribs) with no bag and handed me the food upside down. So I left and called back and ask for the manager so young lady talked to and just hang the phone. BAD CONSUMER SERVICE .

I was vacationing in Savannah. Best meal in Savannah hands down. Ribs were great. Sauce was excellent. Get here early at 10:30 and you won't be disappointed. Savannah has some excellent dining options, but Randys was my favorite.

The BBQ is good and a fair price but no sides come with it. You've got to order them separately

Stood in line for more than an hour and a half in the heat, they never updated anybody, hardly anybody ever got food unless they seem to be friends with the people who run it. Let me stand there for over an hour and a half only for me to find out they were out of chicken because I overheard it from somebody in front of me in line. I don't know how good the barbecue is but it's not be worth the wait I hope that nobody ever goes there again until they learn to appreciate their customers

https://yelp.to/q67PG4kCtAGrateful would love to thank you for all the barbecue.You've given this city through the years

Delicious! Must go place when coming to Savannah. We are from CA and you won't find anything like this. Food is definitely cheap but besides that, it's very delicious! The sauce is to die for. Not like those typical bbq sauce but had a taste of mustard sauce. We got there thirty mins before it opened but there was already a huge line. Wait was about an hour. Parking is limited so we parked across. Try this place if you are in town! Happy eating!

Great ribs, but come early like 10:30 latest 10:00 would be better. The sauce is the mustard low country style. They sell out. Expect to wait in line.

This place was absolutely amazing. It doesn't look like much when you pull up, it's definitely a hole in the wall. Me and some friends ordered 3 racks of ribs and 20 pieces of chicken. They gave us more than we ordered, they cut the ribs up for us and gave us a full bottle of barbecue sauce. I will definitely be back!!

Damn! This place was delicious. I would highly recommend trying this place for the best BBQ in Savannah. Note that it has a long line that moves slowly and so you may be stuck in the sun for an extended period of time. Fwiw I went on a Saturday which may have attracted a longer line than usual.

Worst business in Savannah or anywhere else I've ever been. They'll have you wait for hours in the heat and then tell you they they've run out of food. (This has happened to me more than once) They show favoritism to people they know. I don't know how this place is still in business. It's been like this for years, you'd think they would try and improve their business model, but no they just continue with the poor customer service and business model. You're basically gambling when you go there on a Saturday.

Amazing. That is what I have to say. We got a full slab - came with a huge container of delicious thick Sauce. Fantastic subtle rub and full on smoky flavor. There was a long line but he moves people through quickly. If you are looking for some fancy sit down place this is not for you. If you are an actual bbq junky then you need to give this a try. It won't disappoint.

In a slight food coma after finishing the most tender rack of ribs covered with a deliciously sweet and tangy sauce from Randy's I got about an hour ago. This is a no frills local establishment, which are some of the best places to eat IMO. The gentleman behind the window was super friendly, which was sweet since I clearly wasn't from the area. I got here around 11:20am on a Wednesday and there were only 2 people ahead of me. By the time I placed my order, there were 4-5 in line. I left with my ribs before 11:30 so while it's good to get there early, they were also pretty quick. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a good local bbq spot outside of the tourist areas. I'll be back next time I'm in Savannah!

I live in Florida and you can't find good old school smoked ribs like we had at Randy's. There was a lengthy wait due to a long line, but you can't beat the price, taste, and the amount of sauce they give you for a slab of ribs. Only $20 for a full slab! That's unheard of with inflation having everything up. Definitely a must try when in Savannah.

You'll have to wait in line but it's worth it. 1 slab is about 20 ribs. They cut them for you and slather in sauce! Not a good spot to park or sit. Probably best idea to park across the street and walk over. Have somewhere in mind to eat after you get your food.

So the very first night we were in Savannah our Uber driver told us about this gem..we are forever indebted. So here's the basics: This place has been in business for years it seems like every person we ran into has either been to Randy's or has definitely heard about it. The neighborhood it is located in is definitely a little rundown but at no point and time did we feel unsafe. Be sure to get there early because more than likely they will run out of something (in our case ribs) before closing time. You cannot beat the price!! My favorite part about traveling is eating like the locals and hanging out where the locals spend their time. In my opinion that's the best way to get to know any city or town and Randy's seems to be a staple to Savannah!

Prettt dag on good if you ask me! Gotta give the chicken a shot because the ribs are beyond finger licking good !!!!! I hear the card machine is down often so I suggest bringing cash. The meal deals are so filling!

Long lines in the hot sun is what u will need to deal with to get some Randy's. Came here for the ribs and the sauciness that comes with it. I am fan of getting saucy. Not sure why there was a long wait. Waited about 40 minutes before the line started moving. It's hard to understand considering bbq is made in advance.

Oh my freaking God, It was absolutely amazing!!!! I knew I'd have to visit this gem after four different people recommended this spot. It's not fancy on the outside, but one look at the massive smoke grills and the massive line waiting to place their orders was confirmation that I was in for a treat and I was not disappointed. The ribs were amazingly tender and seasoned to perfection. I was concerned about the sauce and was upset that I didn't request it on the side, but needless to say, I'm glad I had them smothered in it! This will definitely be my go to spot whenever I get a hankering for some good barbeque!!!!!

The food is good.. The service could be aittle better and I say that as a person is here visiting and heard about this spot but was a little disappointed at the demeanor of the guy taking the order as Customer Service is definitely not his strong suit!

This was probably the best rib sauce I have ever had. I liked mustard sauce but not as much as traditional sweet sauce. But this mustard sauce was liquid gold! I will definitely be coming back here on my next trip to Savannah. It was worth the wait but come early at least 2 hours before they close to make sure they don't run out!

Great ribs and Love the sauce. We will be back to visit again. Fast service and food is fresh and hot. I heard a lot of great things about this place.

If you want some southern BBQ done right then come here first! They got it going on over here. If you live in the area and haven't tried them out yet I strongly encourage you to do so! Its quick and easy to pick up, they'll more than likely have it already ready for you! When you get there try to park somewhere on the side and go ahead and wait in line, dont worry though, the line moves quick. Every time I've been by theres a line but that is a good thing! We got a few slabs of ribs and a plate full of chicken to go and holy moly they know how to do food right here! The chicken and ribs were done just right and the naturally charred taste was delicious. We got so much food that they gave us our own bottle of sauce lol, which by the way taste great as well. Needless to say we ate our way into a food come real quick with all that food. Honestly though a super good spot and like I said, if you live in the area or even visiting, you definitely should ride out and check them out. Its an experience for sure!

Awesome food (chicken, ribs). Line is usually long and you may have to wait quite a while, but it's surely worth it!

Ever been such a food snob that if it doesn't immediately taste EXACTLY the way you expected... you deem it unworthy? That is my typical reaction to BBQ. As Antoine Ego said in Ratatouille: "I don't like food I LOVE it, and if I don't love it... I don't swallow." I have criticized BBQ joints across this great country for years because my opinion of BBQ is steadfast and true to the cause. Don't ruin a delicious pig, and you won't have to hear my mouth. A mouth which makes a determination of how good your BBQ is with the first bite. But every now and then the first bite (as well as the first look) can be incredibly incorrect. THE SCENE I happened to be eating at another restaurant and having a great conversation with the locals when the subject of BBQ came up. Out of 7 people in the restaurant, EVERY ONE of them singled out Randy's as the best in the city. Maybe it was because of it's close proximity to our current dining location. No matter, it was enough to spark my interest. So after enjoying the best Oxtails of my life at Sister's, I decided to drive over an get a to-go order of these so-called best ribs in the city. THE EXPERIENCE Located just across from the Department of Children and Family Services, this little blue shack had an impressive line of hungry customers. Being me, I didn't hesitate to jump in and ask the group "what's all the hub-bub about this place?" The reaction was the same as back in the restaurant where this conversation started. People love his place! Some mentioned they were surprised there was any food still available (particularly chicken) considering it was almost 1pm. ***TIP - Evidently this is a restaurant that cooks and serves only a certain amount of food. Once it's out, it's out! I was told by several customers by 3pm it's slim pickings. I was waiting my turn in front of the pick-up window when the side door opened and out popped a fellow who pointed and asked what am I having. Dang it!!! I hadn't even looked carefully at the menu when this dude ambushed me by surprise. Without hesitation I said ribs, which he proceeded to explain come in small, medium and large. Not wanting to look like a tourist and ask too many questions, I asked for large. THE FOOD Randy's uses a Carolina style mustard based sauce, something that took me by surprise when I opened my styrofoam container. Another thing that surprised me were no sides (not even slaw) and the thin way they cut the ribs into individual pieces. Immediately my opinion began to formulate and I fully anticipated disliking this BBQ. Sure enough, my mind took over and the first bite was not to my liking. The meat was dryer & tougher than I like, the orange glowing sauce looked sort of disgusting and the thin sliced ribs were just freakin' weird! Since I was already full, I just decided to save them for later and microwaved them that evening at the hotel for dinner. THE VERDICT To my surprise, after microwaving them using 40% power so as not to recook them, these turned out to be some of the best ribs I've ever had. Maybe I was just too full to appreciate the first bite or maybe I let the off-putting look of the sauce cloud my taste. Either way, the flavor of the ribs were sooooo tasty and the sauce only proved to compliment the flavor. Slightly tougher than I prefer, but still well within the boundaries of great BBQ. Here's to new experiences! Yelp100[93]

Do NOT be intimidated by the exterior of this place. When I first came here I was afraid to go near it but the good reviews made me question, "could I be missing out on life?" The answer was yes, this place is so friendly.. I recommend coming early before 3 PM because the food RUNS OUT really quick. The ribs are so tender and flavorful. The bbq sauce is sweet and so damn good. I've been to several other bbq places all expensive and taste like sour vinegar... At this place you can get lots of bbq ribs for $8-10 and you still wont be able to finish it. I don't know, how anyone could give this place such a bad review. They should be smack in the face with Randy's bar bq. Now I know, why there is a line everyday, people love this bbq. you won't find any other bbq ribs that taste like heaven.

I checked out Randy's from referrals of co-workers who preferred this place to Trick's BBQ. I like Trick's so I had to check it out. Randy's certainly gives you A LOT for your money. I got their $8 plate (medium) which was quite heavy and filled with ribs and two pieces of bread. I didn't count the ribs, but I ate about three or four, became overly full, and have a bunch left over. My husband got the $10 plate and he is a beast when it comes to food and he didn't even eat all of his!! Definitely more food than Trick's for the same price if not less. The sauce is similar--sweet mustard base. Randy's is a bit tangier than Trick's, which is on the sweeter side. I was pleased to see they have deviled crab as a side and I grabbed one of those as well, it was tasty. I would go back when I'm super hungry, dying for some REAL ribs, and don't mind the 10-15 minute wait in line (go early to avoid).

Come early before they out I don't even eat mustard, I hate it but the sauce is sooo good. Stop by this place to get your food early even if you are not hungry... you can always save it for later right. I always visit around 11. $5 rib plate (no tax included) $3 3 piece chicken $10 combo ribs/ chicken... many more I always get extra sauce. The food is so much and grilled on point that you won't be able to eat all of it. FYI. When you see cars lined up the street you will know that you are in the right direction.

Randy's definitely puts a whole lotta love into their food! You gotta come early because they sellout quick. That should definitely tell you the food is on point! Great ribs and amazing sauce! Randy's is a great lunch spot for a quick bite to go!

Amazing Ribs! If I could eat ribs everyday, all day, I definitely would if they were from Randys! Lots of meat and homemade sauce make for a tasty lunch!

speechless, amazing food. ribs are to die , best ribs in town. wait is gonna be long so get there prompt and be cash ready. ps-wait is worth it

we came too late, all the ribs were gone so we had to "settle" on chicken. so, so good. it comes topped in their signature, homemade sauce which is pretty tasty considering i'm not much of a sauce girl. open tuesday-friday 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. definitely plan to go back before we leave to get the ribs. the staff was super friendly too.

Holy moly! If you have the available time you gotta try Randy's. They have very limited hours but a perfect lunch. You can't miss it due to the one building and large grill area with multiple smokers set up. My co-worker and I came for lunch and we're not dissatisfied by any means. They're only open 11-3 so you have a small window. But the food is delicious!! They smother it in Carolina BBQ and its not a small portion. They make it simple for you, either chicken or ribs. No sides with it just bread. However, they do have a few side items like cake, crab salad, and deviled crabs when I went. It was the best bbq I have had for that style without a doubt. I've had bbq it Memphis, Nashville, Kansas City and it definitely compared to if not better. Be prepared to wait a little bit because the ones who know what's good will be there. The first time I saw Randy's there was a line 30 minutes before they opened. Most definitely a small spot to try and for a great price and you get a lot of food.

I love Randy's! He always give you more than what you ask for, his ribs are literally the bomb.com Savannah GA

The Ribs: Oh. My. Word. I've had BBQ ribs in South Carolina, Kentucky, North Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia... I have never tasted something so perfect. No sauce needed. (Literally... I ate them dry). Now for the chicken: Let's be honest, BBQ Chicken is usually tough to keep moist, even for the best BBQers. This chicken was perfect. Juicy and salted perfectly, topped with excellent, mustard-based sauce (the South Carolinian in me was impressed). Price: A $20 slab could feed three people, no exaggeration. The 5 piece chicken cost $5, so I assumed I was getting little wings...absolutely not. These were five, full-sized drumsticks for 5 bucks! Atmosphere: Finally, the place is in a tiny shack on the side of the road... we only noticed it o ly from its smoke signal. Outside counter service only. The line literally stretched two properties down. People were eating on the hoods of their cars... Unbelievable experience. 6 stars.

I'm a sucker for some good Q. Ribs are also high on my list. I was driving around looking one day and came across Randy's. I love it when I see smokers, big smokers and lots of them. So the next day I found my way back to Randy's. I got in line (there is always a line) and got the rib plate with beans n mac n cheese. While I waited for my meal. I just had to take a look around. Out back is a mountain of old burnt charcoal. This telling me that they grill their ribs and not smoke them. They do get some pretty good flavors out of this style of grilling. The grills are really old and have cooked a serious amount of ribs an chicken. You get to choose from a small, medium, or large box of either chicken or ribs. I went for the ribs and they are pretty tasty and there are plenty of them too. They also drown them in sauce too. This is where you get most of the bbq flavor from. I will return again and again since I have been here many times already.

I came here during my lunch break and the lady took my order and explained after me she had nothing left. When I got to the front of the line she told me she had no more ribs. All i could do was turn around to keep my cool. I wasted my entire lunch period waiting in line that I had to settle for a fucking hot dog because it was too late for me to stop anywhere else! i dont even like hot dogs! I will never eat here again!

BEST RIBS EVER!!!!!!! If it weren't for Yelp, I would have never visited Randy's. Thank you, Yelp! Randy's isn't in the best part of town, but its safe enough to stand in line a few minutes while you wait on food. They men have a pretty efficient system going and run through the orders quickly. The menu is small- Ribs, Chicken, crab cakes and a few sides. My other half usually orders the $10 rib box which is enough for us to split and get full (its 10 ribs total). The sauce they use is nothing extraordinary by itself but combined with the ribs the sauce is AMAZING! I would eat these ribs every day.

Good ribs and the line was down the sidewalk. Homemade sauce and the rubs were cooked perfectly. Someone in line told me they had the best chicken but I didn't get to try it. Very little parking and this is a to go location. Don't take the kids unless they stay in the car. Worth trying and having a picnic in the park. They don't have drinks but there is a guy selling sodas for a dollar.

OMG! Best bbq we have ever had! We were visiting from Oregon and my sons grandad took him there and it was amazing. I have to be careful what I eat due to bariatric surgery and this bbq did not upset my stomach. We will definitely be back when we visit

Best ribs in Savannah!! I'm new to the area but, as a self proclaimed BBQ connoisseur, I have tried several BBQ plates around the city. I found out about the heavenly sauce and melt in your mouth ribs from Randy's BBQ when a coworker brought them to a pot luck. First of all I barely got any because everyone in the office was standing by, ready to pounce as soon as the foil was pulled back. Luckily I was able to push my way to the table and salvage three ribs for myself. The aroma alone made my mouth water like I was one of Pavlov's dogs. Once I tasted the delicious mustard based sauce I was sold!! After that, nothing else on my plate mattered, I did my best to ensure every bite of food somehow had Randy's BBQ sauce somewhere on it!! So...what I'm trying to say is, if you haven't had Randy's BBQ ribs you haven't had BBQ ribs!!! Get there and get there early!! You don't want to go another day without experiencing his culinary perfection!!

Best BBQ Sauce ever!!! I'm from New York and wanted some Sourhern BBQ. Ronald, my Uber driver recommended it and took me there. Your either going to eat standing or ask the taxi to wait for you because it's pick up and go ( no seating). They could use some folding tables and chairs. Ribs were chewy. Chicken fantastic. Sauce the best. Very mustardy and tangy, very unique when compared to the sugar/sweet bbq sauce I'm used to.

We drive past and always see lines here, so we thought we needed to try Randy's. The low down: its either ribs or chicken, you will probably wait in line, don't plan to eat here, and its cash only. So, we got the ribs, the $10 order, and split them; it was plenty for two people. Neither one of us is a fan of mustard, but after reading the Yelp reviews, we thought we'd give it a go- so glad we did! The sauce is what makes them. It is delicious! The ribs themselves have a good grill flavor and I like that they cut them into individuals for you. Overall not the most tender ribs I've ever had, but I'd still go back for these. If you're in Savannah and want some good Q, avoid the touristy stuff and head to Randy's.

First time in Savannah!! The reception staff at our hotel referred us to Randy's when asked about a good BBQ spot! Boy, were they right!!! The Orange bbq sauce was a bit startling at first, but we were licking our fingers after the first bite!! The ribs were meaty and soooooo juicy and tender!! We'll be back!! You have to stand in a line outside and place your order and pick up at the window! Strictly take out, but don't pass it up!!

This may have been our best meal in Savannah. We weren't familiar with the mustard based sauce, so we ordered on the side. Mistake!! Should have ordered it with EXTRA. Ribs were tender, delicious, and if you're a bone chewer - they're perfect! It's a simple meal, meat and white bread. How can white bread be this good!?! We ordered two 8's, and had almost more ribs than we could eat. Almost. Parking is limited, and there will be a line, and you'll need to take it someplace else (or devour in your car). Totally worth it!

Cant beat the price for the amount you get. The ribs are amazing. The sauce is amazing. The guys working are are awesome. By far the best BBQ I've had in Savannah. If you are looking for authentic southern BBQ that you can grab and go, this is your place. CASH ONLY.

Arrive at 10:30 AM and wait in line. Order anything or everything. Best chicken and ribs in Savannah. They sell out everyday.