Reviews Blue Oak Bbq

4
Starasia Starr
+4
Hands down the best brisket I’ve ever eaten. I asked for mine fatty. Love that you get a choice! The ribs were tender and flavorful. The cole slaw was actually delicious, nothing like the usual standards—it was crisp and hearty instead of flat and watery. Unfortunately the mac and cheese did not taste like roasted garlic as advertised—just creole spice, which made it inedible to me, especially with the crunch on top, which seemed like an afterthought and wasn’t baked in. The banana pudding was good. Needed more wafers in my opinion. But damn, I’ll be back for the brisket. The two-meat two sides platter was enough for two people for lunch.
4
JohnB 00007
+4
Our food took quite a while to get to us but at least it was very good when it did. We arrived about 2:15 on a Sunday and they were already sold out of ribs. So we had brisket, pulled pork and chicken wings with potato salad and mac & cheese. All very good. We sat inside but they also have a large outside seating area. A nice atmosphere and good food.
5
Roamin The Vibe Guide
+5
We recently dined here and it was a delightful experience. The brussels sprouts were a surprising standout, perfectly roasted and seasoned. The baked beans had a sweet and smoky flavor that complemented the meats well. The pulled pork was tender and flavorful, while the chopped brisket was rich and satisfying. The pulled pork nachos were a creative twist, combining the smokiness of the meat with cheesy goodness. The atmosphere was relaxed, and the staff was friendly. Definitely recommend trying this spot for a indoor/outdoor BBQ vibe in NOLA!
5
Jack Sweeney
+5
Hot damn, what a neighborhood treasure. Meats were spot-on, and everything else had interesting updates to traditional fare. The Brussels sprouts were heavenly, and the cinnamon accented sauce was delicious and unexpected. Can't wait to go back for another meal!
5
Oscar Rieken
+5
I love this place! The vibe in &out is super chill. Can’t wait to go back and have a bar experience-it’s a beautiful corner of this well decorated restaurant! Shirt options were cute too.. Food is amazing. I’ll come back to try more. The wings hands down the best (jerk BBQ). Egg rolls were basic but the sauce in insanely yummy! Deep fire ribs in teriyaki were good but couldn’t taste the seasoning but really the rib its self was delicious.
5
corenzo wilkerson
+5
Wow what an amazing place. The good is amazing definitely worth it to come out here. You can get here via the RTA trolley 🚎 it drops you right outside or take a car. The brisket melts in your mouth. The gumbo has super flavor kick. The wings with the kung pow sauce is delicious 🤤🤤🤤. The beans are so savory. The brussel sprouts in that sauce is great and the brisket salad was huge.
4
Malcolm Earhart
+4
Stopped for a quick bite before they closed. It was fairly empty and walked up to the counter to order. I got a drink at the bar while I waited for my food. Just ordered wings and chicharrones. The wings were big and slightly crispy and smoky, the buffalo sauce was mild and actually kind of sweet. The chicharrones were so good. Crispy and chewy and the schezwan seasoning was excellent. It was a little pricey, $10 for 5 wings and $8 for an abita draft seemed a little stiff. I enjoyed my food regardless and I'll be back.
4
Kevin Kwok
+4
Food was really good, a bit salty. I wish the burnt ends were more burnt. Overall the brisket was yummy. For the sides the Mac&cheese 🧀, potato salad 🥔 and bbq beans 🫘 were all SO good. The spicy crispy sandwich 🤤 was extra delicious. I saw many people order the nachos, they looked soooo good and came in a large portion, I'll be back to try that next time. Plenty of seating with misters! Ice cold self service water 💦🧊
4
Anna Baatz
+4
Some good BBQ eats to be had here! We swung in close to closing and the staff were very friendly serving us. We were happy to try a combo meat platter with ribs, brisket, and Jamaican spiced wings with sides of sesame coleslaw and crispy Brussel sprouts. We loved the sauce on the Jamaican jerk wings, the ribs were so tender and flavorful, and the Brussel sprouts had a delicious sweet-smokey glaze and good crisp. I found their complimentary pickles way too salty and their brisket too salty as well although the flavors for both were delicious. Would come back again to try their sandwiches and other sides for sure :)
4
Quenetta Arceneaux
+4
Turkey club was simply delicious. 😋 Cracklin has a weird texture but tasted wonderful.