I cannot call Russell's BBQ. BBQ style ....o.k. But not BBQ. What's missing???? The smoke. I could be wrong , but I don't remember smelling smoke. You must have hardwood flavor for BBQ. They must roast or grill their food. They don't put it in a pit or smoker. I was so embarassed when I recommended this place to an associate (from Memphis here in Chicago on business) for lunch. I only did it because I'd heard(not actually visited )this place. Memphis knows real BBQ. My associate laughed at but ate there with me. Needless to say ,I'll never go again. If you want ""BBQ like"" or ""BBQ style ""food, go to Russell's.
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