Richard's Too Good BBQ Shop

I’ve been on the hunt for good soul food in the Seattle proper area and my goodness was I absolutely pleased with this place. In a cute homey part of Madrona, you’ll find Richard’s Too Good. From the excellent and most friendly service to the actual food, everything was amazing. Not going to lie I came in solely because of the picture of the mac and cheese and let me tell you..it did NOT disappoint. Richard’s Too Good has gained themselves a new loyal customer.

Richard’s Too Good BBQ is a revelation. You mean to tell me that ribs and brisket were supposed to taste this amazing?? Unbelievably delicious. And just because they really know what they’re doing with a smoker does not mean they neglect the sides. On the contrary, the sharp mac and cheese, fresh and crisp mango coleslaw, and plush and delicate cornbread were all created with the same obvious passion and skill. The plates were generous and though we were stuffed, we couldn’t help but finish every bite. Also, Richard is as nice a guy as you’d ever want to meet. It was almost a shame that service was so prompt, because it would have been nice to chat with him longer!

The brisket was great! The wings were too smokey for my wife, but I liked them. The greens were very good though I would have liked more with my plate. The cornbread was sweet yet not like a cake. The owner knows his stuff!

I’m not from Madison, but I do fancy some legit BBQ. I was in the area visiting friends and we decided to take a walk and hit the local playground with the kiddos. I got to the end of the block before I figured out what I was smelling. Smoky. Sweet. Meat. I did an immediate U turn with my son on my shoulders. We poked our heads in just to get another whiff before rejoining the group but Richard wasn’t gonna let us get away that easily. He offered a sample and we were off to the races. My phone was buzzing in my pocket. No time for that. The rest of the group will figure it out.. I’m on a secret mission with my four year old at this point. We both tried the brisket. Like Richard said- not too smoky, not too much seasoning - just right. Let the meat do some talking too. The BBQ sauce is bright and tangy. SOLD. The wife has my location.. so in walk the rest of the crew. Richard set us up with some brisket, ribs, collard greens, coleslaw and some honey cornbread muffins to tie the room together. The group followed suit trusting my intuition - but they didn’t need it. They knew the moment they walked in. The rest of the afternoon is history. I’ll be back. I’ll be back. Gotta check out that chicken next time.

Food was really good. Had the brisket, which was very juicy. Also Richard is a good guy to talk to while preparing the food. Keep on the good vibes!

It’s hard finding good BBQ in the Seattle area that is also gluten free. I typically can only eat proteins if I go to BBQ restaurants, no sauces, few sides and absolutely no dessert. At Richard’s, I can order and try anything on the menu, even desserts. The items on the menu that we have tried include the brisket, chicken, Mac n cheese, potato salad, coleslaw, greens and peach crumble. All full of flavor and delicious. Can’t wait to try more!

Richard knows what he’s doing here. Ribs were fall off the bone, and the sauce was phenomenal. Corn bread and Mac and cheese were exquisite. Very friendly guy, and passionate about his food. Come here if you want good BBQ.

So good! They were so friendly and personable and great come up story too (check out their website). Really solid barbecue place that I hope we continue to support!!! Also make sure to get the honey corn bread!!!!

Popped in serendipitously when we walked by and happened to smell the scent of delicious smoked meats. I got just a little half-lb cup for my wife and I to try and it was great! I appreciate the use of applewood for a nice middle smoke profile, and mixing the point and flat meat made for an exceptionally balanced, crushable brisket. Sometimes brisket feels really heavy, but this dangerously well balanced and I'm sure I could have eaten way more than I should! Richard was a very nice guy, and we spent a good 10 minutes talking about BBQ and pit building. He learned welding to build his own pit and then worked with Renton technical college to get it fully built. I love the story of someone cooking great bbq on a pit they built themselves. Absolutely loved the brisket and will definitely plan to stop by for a plate for dinner next time I'm in Seattle.

The brisket was very flavorful and tender. It was lovely with the sauce, which was sweet and tangy. The mac & cheese was tasty. My favorite was the honey cornbread, which had an amazing texture. Great food at a take-out only place. Richard was very friendly. Food was served quickly. There is a park one block away that has benches if you want to eat nearby.

I've been on the hunt for good soul food in the Seattle proper area and my goodness was I absolutely pleased with this place. In a cute homey part of Madrona, you'll find Richard's Too Good. From the excellent and most friendly service to the actual food, everything was amazing. Not going to lie I came in solely because of the picture of the mac and cheese and let me tell you..it did NOT disappoint. Richard's Too Good has gained themselves a new loyal customer.

Such a terrific recent addition to our "downtown Madrona" neighborhood. Delicious BBQ that often sells out quickly (you only make that mistake once!) served up by the loveliest and friendliest couple, Richard & Lauren.

Damn good bbq in Madrona! Definitely worth a day trip if you're in the mood for legit ribs and brisket. Sides were great as well. Richard was super friendly and you can tell he's put his heart and soul into this place. I got the ribs plate with mango slaw and Mac and cheese. I really wanted to try the brisket so added that to the plate. I was solo so have plenty of leftovers but for $25 this was plenty for 2 to share. I like the ribs the best. Soft and tender but didn't fall apart at the first bite. Top notch! Really didn't need any sauce, flavor was great. Also loved the mango slaw, it was a vinegar based slaw which I love. I'm not a mayo slaw fan. Sweet and sour cut through the fatty goodness of the meat.

The food is great here. All gluten free and super delicious. The ribs are absolutely delicious and the brisket is pre shredded and so yummy. Bbq sauce is sweet tangy with a pop. So good. Beans, collards, cornbread muffins, Mac and cheese are all delicious. I haven't tried the other sides yet! Highly recommend. And they cater. We got ribs for a party recently and everyone enjoyed them!

delicious and friendly. The mango coleslaw is good enough to order on its own. But, all of it is good, the cornbread and especially the ribs. check it out!

He was out of chicken and brisket. The ribs and collard greens were over-cooked. Ribs were dry and hard. Recently opened needs some time to get his act together. I'll give him a couple of months and try again.

Outstanding. The BBQ plate included two sides. The brisket was smoky and delicious. The mac n cheese was among the best I've had with perfectly crusty burnt ends. The owner was incredibly welcoming. Very friendly for those gluten free. The only downside is limited options for vegetarians. I'm thrilled they've opened as this will likely be my favorite restaurant in Madrona.

Stopped in to grab a couple sides to hold me over while studying next door. Incredible service - friendly, vibrant, and whole place smells amazing. Excited to come back for a full plate!

Fantastic. Excellent food and great service. Highly recommend this place if You're in the Madrona area.