Hometown Barbecue 1200 Northwest 22nd Street, Miami, FL 33142

"The food was just an underwhelming experience….when you can get better (by miles) BBQ in Canada, you know we’ve got a problem…where do we start. Queso mac and cheese was liquidly/runny and flavourless…I’ve made better Kraft Mac and cheese at home (honestly). The beans just tasted like beans. So rich smokey flavour, no tasty bean sauce/gravy. Just bland. The brisket sandwich was ok at best. Brisket was pulled already, and for $16 I expect slices…you know it’s pulled because it’s hiding something. Overall just a lacklustre experience, and an EXPENSIVE one at that…definitely will not be back."

"Hometown BBQ is so good! The service was very good as many employees stood behind the counter ready and waiting to make the food orders as soon as they come in. The pulled pork was so tender and delicious plus the brisket, which was unbelievable tender and amazing. My first time having a brisket and I would definitely go back just for that. The food portions were great and plenty for a small party to share. The coleslaw could use extra work and the cornbread was not bad. I expected the honey butter to be present throughout the corn bread instead of just on top but overall, it meshed well with the dishes. The pickles added a great texture and flavor with the brisket and pulled pork. There is also a full bar which the bartender makes pretty good drinks, I had the Long Island. Ambiance was very nice!"

"Decent barbecue but at a very high price for the quality we received, (nowadays everything is super expensive so it's expected). We ordered the brisket, pulled pork, mac & cheese, beans, cornbread, and rib tips. Out of everything we ordered I was only really a fan of the brisket and the rib tips. Everything else seemed like it was lacking something - not sure what. Beans needed extra seasoning, pulled pork needed seasoning and more crispiness (too wet), mac and cheese needed more cheese and to be cooked a touch longer. It was a good try and I'm not saying the food was horrible by any means but some adjustments definitely need to be made. The brisket though was phenomenal - it didn't even need BBQ sauce. The rib tips were also amazing, highly recommend getting these if you stop by. Ambience was amazing, I love the decorations. Full bar and many cocktail options in a rustic feeling environment. Staff was very friendly and helpful. That being said, I'll give it another chance soon to try out other items from the menu and update the review as I go."

"One of the best barbecue restaurants I've experienced, went for lunch on a weekday and ordered the brisket with mac and cheese and the honey butter cornbread. Probably the best mac and cheese I've ever had in a restaurant and that sweetness of the honey butter took the cornbread to another level! The brisket was perfectly cooked and moist and when paired with the sides, a match made in heaven. Definitely coming back to this place."

"I was very disappointed in the place. I had such high hopes. I’ve eaten at the Brooklyn location. Unfortunately Hometown, Miami is just not a hit. I will return and try some turkey, smoked wings and a few more items. Let’s see how it is. Brisket- No smoke in the meat what so ever! Brisket was ok at best. Needs a ton of work unfortunately. Spare ribs- NO smoke at all, they didn’t even have any pork flavor, very BLAND! Pastrami bacon- I though this was very good although NO smoke flavor. It was Gelatinous, soft and this was most definitely different, not traditional but different in a good way. Sausage- I thought the sausage was good. Was missing something for sure. I was looking forward to a “SNAP” unfortunately it lacked that. Potato salad- My girlfriend really liked. She said it was very good. Coleslaw- Wasn’t bad, I’m more of a mayonnaise based Cole slaw personally. Cornbread- (Regular) really good corn, really soft and tasted good. (Butter & honey) no picture This was the best part of the meal. I highly recommend this. Butter to honey ratio was on point. Was extremely tasty."