Chanteuse Elyrrehc
The ribs are really good. They’re tender, smoky, and pull easily away from the bone. I bought the half slab for $25. I did not get sides, but they offer many tasty choices.
They even included their signature sauce in a cute little bear bottle in the side. If I had one critique, the sauce was not as thick as I like my sauce, but it was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
I consider myself a bit of a Grill Mistress and I know good ribs. I’ll visit again. Next time, I’ll get sides and let you know what’s up. Until then, good eating to ya! #cherreviews
Phillip Metcalfe
Hidden gem in Pensacola!! Great BBQ offering all the meats. Three industrial smokers outside that are always workin’! The atmosphere reminds me of a Texas BBQ joint.
Free cookies for first timers! The pies are also delicious. Get on the wait list now if you want fresh pies for holiday dinners.
Highly recommend!
Kat P
Omg! Don’t let the outside fool you! Super cute inside, service (Allie) was amazing and hands down the best BBQ in Pensacola! They gave free samples to try the sides and of Paul’s Lemon Cream pie, which I would never ordinarily order but it was incredible! Like a decadent cheesecake! Will be coming back for sure! Side note: The pulled pork was our fave!
Ron Lee
Excellent food, great service. I would highly recommend a visit if you like BBQ and are anywhere near by. I raised cattle and BBQ'd most of my life. For this reason I rarely eat at BBQ restaurant unless someone recommends it. Too many times you get let down, not here. Hot Spot loves up to the hype. Plates are generous. There is plenty of parking which is a great thing in Pensacola. I really enjoyed the brisket, however the chicken and ribs were also delicious. It would be hard to make a choice. I was able to get the staff to take the pictures. I ate half my plate before remembering to take a picture.
Eleashya Bowser
Stopped in for lunch, the parking lot was full so I thought there would be a wait, but the building is much bigger on the inside then it looks.
BF had the 3 meat combo with ribs that were falling off the bone and seasoned very well, moist smoked chicken breast, shredded pork, back beans, and potato salad (this lost a star for me, sweet pickles shouldn’t be a thing). I had a BBQ bowl with smoked chicken breast, backed beans and macaroni & cheese. I had my beans on the side, them mixed in didn’t sound right to me. The service was great, it could have been cleaner, but that could be that it’s an old building. We will definitely be back!
AND YOU GET A FREE COOKIE YOUR FIRST VISIT!!!!
RVPeak
This place has some of the best food in Pensacola. Along with great food, there is the entertainment and personalities of the staff. Funny, knowledgeable, sincere and empowered to take care of the customer. My first time eating here based on a recommendation and now I am making one to others. Try it and you will become a fan.
Mnmzmom
Food wasn't the best BBQ I've had....but we always like to try some local spots when traveling. The mac n cheese was delicious and the pies.....YUM! Our server was excellent. The owner came around to check in on us....great PR move.
John Hasper
We had their chicken, pork, brisket, and ribs. The ribs were my favorite and the pork was the favorite for my wife. We tried Mac and cheese, potato salad, beans, and stew for their sides. All were good but the potato salad was my top choice. Awesome workers were very friendly and checked in a good amount of times. Easily the best BBQ I've had. The pecan pie and the pumpkin pie were heavenly. This is a must visit place. We will be back and be bringing others with us.
Jordan Eisenmann Cooke
HOLY COW!! Seriously the best service I have ever received anywhere in my entire life. My husband and I are visiting Pensacola for our anniversary and we stopped in at this bbq restaurant. I'm pretty picky about my bbq but I had a hunch that it would be good when we pulled up and I saw the pink porcelain pig outside. Our server was Brandon and from the start he was friendly and informative. He gave us the best menu suggestions and how to get the most out of each option. I am so glad he suggested adding ribs to our plates because they were the absolute bomb! The ribs had such a good flavor we ended up buying the rub there. I got the pork plate with coleslaw and potato salad and my husband got the pork and chicken plate with Brunswick stew and Mac and cheese. I cannot say enough about how delicious everything was. We got the lemon pie for dessert and it is homemade and 10/10. Near the end of my meal I didn't even have to ask for a Togo box Brandon just brought me everything I needed. I wish we lived closer so we could return but if you are in Pensacola try this place now!
Art Foulger
We really enjoyed our dinner here. Had the pulled pork, sausage and ribs combo plate. I loved it all, but I was especially pleased with the sausage. I'm not a huge sausage fan generally, but I really loved theirs. The ribs were also delicious. Tender and flavorful. Our server was very attentive. The owner was there and I watched her carefully. She was very attentive and friendly. I wasn't too impressed with the sauce, but the meats spoke for themselves without sauces. I felt the price was fair, as well.
Melissa Klotzbach
Really enjoyed this little "hot spot!" We've been wanting to check this place out. So glad we did. It's a Saturday night in July. Pensacola is poppin. We're attending a local concert (White Tie Ensemble). Staff kept up well with the orders. Busy night. We sat at the bar. Food is casually served on paper plates and plastic utensils. Our bartender/server Paula was fantastic. I had the brisket sandwich. My man had pulled pork.yumm yumm!! Finished it off with key lime pie for me and chocolate brownie pie made in house! So gooood!! (Don't judge. Only ate half of my diiner)
Merry Mac
My first time here. I ordered a brisket sandwich which came with one side. I chose macaroni and cheese with ham. The woman at the counter was friendly and the food was ready in no time at all. The sandwich was delicious and so was the macaroni, they put the sauce on the side which was very tasty as well. For $18.99 I did expect the sandwich to be bigger and to have more meat.The bun was a regular hamburger bun and there was enough meat for this size of bun. The brisket was delicious with a slight smoked flavor and melt in your mouth tender. I also thought the BBQ sauce on the side was delicious it had a slight tang to it which is how I like it. The macaroni and cheese had very little ham in it but it was still yummy. Everything was wonderful except for the size of the sandwich .I really expected more for that price.
Devlin Day
Chicken and the shredded pork were both moist and smokey, and combined with their personal bbq sauce out was all very tasty. Their honey mustard bbq salad dressing is really good as well, and their staff is quick and friendly. Seems like a great place to take a group of friends to get food, chill, and have a beer.
M. F.
Great spot for barbecue! The interior is warmly lit and surprisingly roomy. The service was great - friendly, and the wait for food was not long at all. The brisket was nice, and the sides were great. Don't forget a slice of pie, and you get a free cookie if it's your first visit!
Fishalberti
Visiting from out of state, drove past and immediately knew we were coming here for dinner. We surprised them with take out for 10 people, which they had no problem accommodating on a Wednesday night. Miss ma'am at the front cash was a dream, snacks and samples and good guidance to amounts that would work for us, which was Almost No leftovers! I have never in my life liked a smoke chicken product and theirs was delish. As a long time professional chef myself, I commend this team; seasoning, cook, tenderness all on point. Will return when we're in pensacola again
ANinjaDucky
Wow. There's something special about the food here. From the potato salad to the pork sandwich to my brownie pie, everything was immaculate. Atmosphere feels like your grandma's house on a holiday (in a good way). Extremely affordable as well. Avery, our server, was extremely attentive and kind. We even got our first time visitor cookies. Can't wait to come back!
Steven Lenentine
What had drawn my wife and I to eat at Hot Spot BBQ was the wonderful reviews we had read and they were So Right!!
Once we arrived around 3pm today the Owner welcomed us and she said Please be seated. Brandon waited on us Immediately and Helped us order our BBQ Feast. Less than 10 minutes we were eating a Fabulously prepared BBQ Meal.
Brandon stole the Show and the Husband and Wife Owners both made sure we were Satisfied. The Pies they were selling looked so Yummy and we had a slice. Highly Recommended for everyone to Eat at Hot Spot BBQ
Food and Service all FIVES
Thank You Brandon for sharing your recent trip out West and Your Award Winning Hospitality. Nice to see Real Folks in this World😁😁
Enjoy Your Future Brandon
Steve and Vickie
Damon Everritt
This has some of the best BBQ on Escambia County. It is hard to go wrong with any choice. The beef brisket is pricey but worth it. Get the charred pieces too. The baked beans have a delicious flavor and the Mac & Cheese is a delight. The pork and ribs will make you happy too. Very tasty desserts if you have any room leftover. Don't miss this place!! Great management and wait staff as well.
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