Saw's BBQ,

1008 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL 35209

"First time here and we went because they were part of a give back program at Samford for my daughter’s sorority!! Food is very good and the place is cool."

"Being from Kansas City, I’m always on the hunt for comparable BBQ in the southern states. It’s challenging. The Saw’s we visited was in Birmingham. Had the combo platter with pork, sausage, fries and green tomatoes. Food was served up quickly. Fries were hot which is always a plus. Felt that the meat quantity was a little light for ordering one of the more expensive plates. I found myself cutting it up into small pieces to make it last a little longer. Would have preferred spending a couple of more dollars to get more meat. The flavor was good but not enough smokiness for me. No bark on the pork. I did like the fact that they had a full bottle of sauce on the table. But, it’s the only option so you had better like it. The fried green tomatoes were cooked nicely but the thousand islandy sauce served with them was not to my taste. Overall, a decent lunch but still on the search for something that comes remotely near KC style BBQ joints."

"Probably the best BBQ in BHM, got the sampler and everything was scrumptious, ribs easily separate from the bone, chicken and pulled pork were tasty & juicy, beans were very good too. Inside seating may be a bit cramped especially on rush hour so plan accordingly."

"Great hometown barbecue joint in a cozy setting! Was busy, but not packed at lunchtime on a Saturday. Food came out quickly and was nice and hot. Ordered two pulled pork plates, one with baked beans and mac & cheese and the other with potato salad and deviled eggs. Pork was excellent and all the sides were great (the potato salad is smoother than you usual get it, for reference). Crushed ice in the drinks was a nice bonus."

"We're visiting the area and was told by some locals that we had to try Saw's if we were looking for BBQ. Of course it was one of the best BBQ spots I've been too. Nice local joint, pork was so tender and flavorful and the chicken was packed with flavor also. We got the Pork Tater and Chicken Tater with a medium side of Mac & cheese. I'm a huge fan of BBQ stuffed potatoes so I was happy that they had a few options on the menu. The Mac & cheese wasn't my favorite, but it was ok. I'm glad we got to stop by and try it out!"