This is the best BBQ that I've had in a long time. I had the Pork Ribs. Perfect portion, 3 ribs, so juicy, fall off the bone. They didn't even need the additional sauces, but the sauces are so delicious!
Coleslaw is so yummy! Not too sweet, just the right amount of vinegar to balance it out.
The onion rings were so nice and crispy. They held their shape and had flavor to them rather than tasting like flour batter like other places.
Overall, really awesome experience!
And the people make it even better!
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I’m a tough customer, and I’m super critical on those who claim BBQ. ( Im a Portland chef, and a former top 3 finisher in a KCBS ribs in the mid-west division). I’m a Woodstock resident, and literally made my way around p-town BBQ spots before trying Reverend’s ( mostly because I work downtown). I’m embarrassed I haven’t been in till tonight. Let’s get into the business. I had a 1/2 rack of ribs, and they were superb, not fall off the bone, just pull off the bone clean (KCBS perfect). Not over sauced, just enough bark, great smoke penetration..... just mmmmm, levels of seasoning, fat reduction, smoke, time, and care!
My son had the fried thighs. Let me say the word...... MOIST! Great herb and seasoning in the breading, and not greasy (they got all the skills at this place).
Sides. I had the Mac-n-cheese. Creamy, noodles we not over done ( which is the case in most Mac sides) and the crisps on top set it off!
I also had the BBQ beans. They were good, I think they could do better ( needed a little more fat, and less cooking in the beans , pretty mushy. But if order them again, the flavor was great).
My son had the seasoned fries with his s chicken, and he destroyed them.
Good choice in local beers, cocktail menu looked intriguing, and they offer a vegan smoked Tempeh, so I’ll be bringing my wife back for dinner soon.
Well done Reverend’s, I’m a fan, and a new regular.
Happy chef!!!!
I've had lots of BBQ but this is the best. The staff is friendly and accommodating and the service is excellent. Highly recommend. I had the Reverend Burger with the Burnt Brisket Ends, Mac and Cheese, and a frozen Margarita.
This is the best BBQ brisket I have had in Portland. ( I've had some holy Brisket in Texas) the creamed corn polenta and greens were "slap yo mama good"
I order the chopped brisket salad. To go. At least once every few weeks. Your ratio of brisket to piccalilli to pickled egg to white cheddar to romaine and dressing is perfection. I love it. I might want to marry it.
Fantastic place to get BBQ for a surprisingly reasonable price. During a nighttime walk in Sellwood, my partner and I got pretty hungry and scanned the area for somewhere nice to eat. We stumbled upon Reverend's and it was probably the best choice we could have made. They have high quality meats and sauces here. Even during dinner it's pretty easy to get an affordable meal for two people by sharing half a pound of meat with some sides. I would highly recommend the beef brisket. We also absolutely loved the banana pudding, and I'm personally someone who does not typically like fruit. Service was efficient and friendly, and the vibe of the place was casual but clean with a little bit of class. Great bang for your buck here and the quality of the food does not suffer at all.
Son enjoyed his chicken sandwich. The Mac n cheese with bbq was pretty good as well. Wasn’t the best ranch.
Reverend's was probably the best food I ate in Portland. I will rave about this BBQ forever. The pork ribs were fall off the bone succulent, the coleslaw impressed me with it's zippiness, and my brother loved the pork shoulder and the potato salad. The relish tray was a great addition because it was so fresh and acidic, it balanced out the bbq so well. Don't waste another minute looking for another place to eat, just go here.
This was one of the best fried chicken plates I've had in a long time. Really great atmosphere and friendly staff. Will come back!!
Great food and the quality was amazing too. I like the sweet bbq sauce and the spicy.
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