Adam's Rib Smokehouse

I’ve been here several times for the ribs (they’re probably the best and most affordable ones here in Salem) and they’re always quite tasty! The food is ready (for pickup) quickly, and the cashier is always very friendly. The sides that I’ve tried are ok, nothing phenomenal, but the ribs, which is what I come for, are never disappointing.

If no stars was an option that’s what I’d give. Probably the worst food I have ever tried to eat. Pictured below is the sliced turkey and brisket. The brisket looks like pulled pork and it’s so old and dry it is an edible. The turkey had a good flavor but it looks like cat food so I would save your $20 there are so many other barbecue places in Salem that are actually edible AND tasty ***** to your response; There is no way I would ever give you a penny more. You would think you would atleast offer to remake the meal instead of asking me to try again. Thanks tried several times over the years and ADAMs RIB sucks. Ever read Salem eats 2.0.??? Obviously not

I have never been so disappointed in a take-out meal. We have been coming here for years as service, quality and portions had always been excellent. Tonight's order was an extreme disappointment. I called in to say they forgot to include one of the side items. Then I opened the "meat" containers. The chicken leg portion was literally smaller than a Tootsie pop. The ham was sliced deli thin, literally 1/8 of an inch. The baked potatoes was barely the size of a tennis ball, and that is being generous. The mashed potatoes were ice cold. The girl who answered said she would make a note that we can come back any time to get the coleslaw. At this point it would not be worth the trip. I sure hope it was just a bad night.

They have the best barbecue in all of Salem, Oregon bar none! The cashier and other staff are very friendly, and are more than willing to answer any questions one might have about the variety of food and drink items offered on the menu. All of the sides that we had were delicious, too! A meal at Adam's Rib Smoke House in downtown Salem is well worth the trip! 😀

This is probably the best dedicated BBQ joint in Salem. Prices are consistent with the amount of food you get. Friendly staff, although when asked "what's a good name for the order?" And I answered "Dragonslayer!" They opted not to call it out. They don't respect titles, apparently. Good food though.

First and last time visiting. I wouldn't say award winning. Maybe J.D. Power is giving them out. I can do pork ribs as well, on my home bbq, tough and stuck to the bone. The brisket was shredded(why?), tough, and dry. That I do better at home. My wife reports her salmon was pretty good. We enjoyed our coleslaws and pea salads too. But you know, for the price we paid we could have had a much better meal, while someone took our orders at the table, and brought our food out. No, here you stand at the register, place your order, find a table, your name is shouted over the cooks bar, and you retrieve your trays. The staff is kinda joking and horsing around in the kitchen area. When you're done, you bus your table. In the car I'm wondering why I gave them a 20% tip.