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Slows Bar-B-Q

BBQ Joint$$$$

Corktown, Detroit

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Slows Bar-B-Q

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Ranked #1 for BBQ joints in Detroit
The mac & cheese at Slows Bar-B-Q is a can't miss
"Amazing! Triple Threat and Charles salad are sure to please!"(10 Tips)
"The best bbq in Detroit with one of the best craft beer lists"(5 Tips)
"Brisket, yardbird chicken, pulled pork.. Everything is awesome here"(51 Tips)
"Baby back ribs, pulled pork, Mac and cheese and waffle fries."(10 Tips)

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Rhonda NDecember 31, 2012
Worth the wait!! I got the brisket and hubby got the ribs. Brisket was the best bbq I have ever had! Awesome! lOVE the apple bbq sauce;) definite return trip planned
Ross RobertsonSeptember 14, 2016
Best brisket I have had outside of Texas. Blackened catfish is great, so is the jambalaya, though they both lacked salt. I could eat the corn bread every day.
Varun ShettyDecember 13, 2013
One of the best restaurants in Detroit. 2 entrees feed 3 people - pulled pork and brisket should be on your list. Same with mac n cheese and cornbread. Killer local draft selection too.
Andrew ZhulidowMarch 22, 2015
I've been 3 times to this place when I visited Detroit. They have a huge selection of draft beers! I would recommend St Louis Spareribs. Sandwiches were also good.
Swen GrahamOctober 14, 2014
The legends are true. This place backs its massive reputation. Mac & cheese is a must. Definitely go splitsies on the platter meat orders. There is more than enough to share.
Hugo EchávarriMay 11, 2015
Baby back ribs, pulled pork, Mac and cheese and waffle fries. Mix the NC and apple sauce with your ribs. Best BBQ in Detroit! Be ready to wait about an hour to get a table, but it's worth it
EdwulfSeptember 12, 2019
All items are great, but if your first time. Don’t miss the ribs or the triple pork sandwich. Mac&cheese a side (very good also) bad thing that has no parking
Pablo KenneySeptember 20, 2015
Delicious sandwiches and beer. The baked beans are spicy and probably not what you're used to. We had the longhorn and the reason, both of which were delicious. Beer list is exemplary.
Jaime CastilloAugust 7, 2014
Try "The Reason," a pulled pork sandwich made to perfection, and don't forget to add some of their signature BBQ sauces to it. Try their spicy and apple sauces. They make a perfect sandwich perfecter.
Michael JonesApril 28, 2018
I highly recommend the triple combination—some of the best brisket, pork, and chicken I’ve had in a long time. Definitely try the spicy and apple BBQ sauces.
Eliza KOctober 18, 2014
When you go to Slows, you gotta be strategic. I went as a group of 3 and shared the pulled pork, brisket, and ribs with 6 sides. It was brilliant and everything was delicious. Get cornbread & brisket.
Jeremiah CosnerDecember 14, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Fugetaboutit! It's always busy, don't be intimidated by the crowd or wait. They are fast and service is excellent. Seating at the bar is first come first serve and it's where I always sit. Mac n chees
Kevin RickertAugust 16, 2016
Best Mac & Cheese I have ever had in my life. I would visit Detroit again just to taste that mac & cheese.The BBQ is excellent as well, and a very deep craft beer selection.
Alex JahnJanuary 27, 2014
Beef Brisket and waffle fries were really good. Didn't care much for the Mac n cheese. Lots of beer options! Reasonably priced. Definitely want to come back.
Eddie KnappenbergerSeptember 21, 2011
Fantastic BBQ located down town Detroit by the old Tigers Stadium. You will absolutely love the food. They have an almost unmatched selection of imported beer from around the world too!
Saibal ChakraburttyApril 27, 2018
Surf and turf: blackened catfish and brisket, was the bomb. The mac and cheese tempted me and was happy to have caved to this carb-loaded demon. It was sooo good!
Dennis MurrayJanuary 25, 2017
I was pleasantly surprised at how good Slow's was. Living in the south I cook and eat a lot of barbecue. We had the pulled pork sandwich. Good smoke and seasoning. Be prepared to wait!
Richard RevillaAugust 14, 2018
Very good Bar B Q and good prices. Parking can be tricky. St Louis Cut with 2 sides.
Steve PolandApril 6, 2019
“The "Hot Mess" was awesome. Homemade smoke dripping sauce off the charts. If you venture this way and like BBq, I reccomend.”- https://twitter.com/dan_dunleavy/status/1114323856339230722?s=21
EaterJuly 10, 2013
Good food, good people and a great city: Slow's has it all, and then some. [Eater 38 Member]
PureWowJanuary 5, 2017
Word of mouth has made Brian Perrone’s baked mac legendary. And even though it’s bursting with flavor, it’s made with only one type of cheese: cheddar. Read more
chris collinsNovember 28, 2014
Ho-ly cow (or maybe pig?). This place lived up to the hype in my book. The Triple Threat Pork sandwich was AMAZING. I can't wait to return to Detroit just so I can come back for more Slows.
Aldo NavaFebruary 15, 2014
Long wait on Fridays after work but worth every minute.. Baby rack ribs and pulled pork combo are a must get! side with mac n' cheese and waffle fries. Good beer selection too.
Nicole RovigMarch 3, 2019
Everything is good! Be hungry. Authentic BBQ. Great value and ambiance. Recommend the “Hot Mess”...it was awesome!
Whit MaullMarch 8, 2016
Amazing draft beer + whiskey selection and 6 different BBQ sauces!
Lauren SlatteryMarch 22, 2013
The draft list here is awesome! I've tried the pulled pork and the 1/2 chicken and both were amazing! The best sides have to be the mac n cheese and the mashed sweet potatoes.
Diane JedinakJanuary 20, 2013
SO worth the wait! The Yardbird Sandwich with apple BBQ sauce and a side of Mac n cheese is an amazing meal! They have great beers on tap and the Chuck Norris dessert is PHENOMENAL!!
Jake SmithMarch 4, 2013
The pulled pork sandwich (called "The Reason" here) has big chunks of tender meat. I couldn't find one sauce that I really loved, so be sure to test them all before sandwich use.
Scott SklarOctober 9, 2014
Come before 6:30 on a week night to sit right down with no wait. Afterwards go next door to The Sugar House for drinks. This will be the best night of your week.
Alex B.August 14, 2015
I've been here a couple times and all their barbecue is amazing. I also recommend getting The Reason if you're looking for a great pulled pork sandwich
Randy ClevengerNovember 5, 2017
The Coney Fries, Brisket, and Pulled pork were all delicious. Great Craft beer selection to boot!
Amber EOctober 8, 2014
baby back ribs with apple barbecue sauce. brisket with apple barbecue sauce. ANYTHING with apple barbecue sauce
Linda WoodsFebruary 15, 2016
We all had different entrees and were all excellent! Desserts were fantastic and our waiter gave us exceptional service will definitely go back!!!
Chris MasonJune 29, 2016
Coney Fries with Brisket were amazing. Mac N Cheese was great as were ribs.
Robert MourikMarch 26, 2016
Great ribs, good service and good atmosphere.
Ricky SherrillOctober 31, 2016
Well cooked BBQ and the sides are good too. Put this on you list of places to try while in Downtown Detroit.
SatishDecember 19, 2016
Always get the Mac and Cheese as a side. The fried chicken special on this visit was fantastic! Service exceeded expectations.
James WitmanFebruary 3, 2012
One of Detroit's most popular restaurants, serving excellent BBQ ribs and pork. Be ready to wait 2+ hours for a table or call Slows-To-Go in Midtown (877-569-7246).
Teresa WSeptember 15, 2016
don't come here if you are planning to be naked in the next decade. baby back ribs are incredible. mac and cheese and cornbread are everything you've dreamed
Hugo EchávarriAugust 3, 2015
If you go by yourself or with a date avoid waiting for a table just by going straight to the bar, it's first in, first served.
UpShift DigitalMarch 1, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Oh my good this food is good. Who knew. BBQ in Detroit. They use Zingerman's bread. Try the new style brisket!
Juan BermudezSeptember 23, 2016
If you're in Detroit this is a must! Great staff and awesome food.
Dan McMillanMarch 1, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Amazing food and a top notch beer selection. This is a place you must stop at if visiting Detroit.
Jesse BagelsMarch 22, 2015
Solid BBQ served quick. For individual portions, try the sandwiches. Great selection of sauces too, including the apple BBQ sauce.
Ghostly InternationalJune 20, 2011
Some of the best BBQ in Detroit. Great team, and food. Just make sure to get there early, it gets a little crowded. Suggested: The Yardbird with a little NC Sauce
Billy AmpMay 2, 2017
Nothing will slow you down eating the brisket here! Especially in a sandwich. Try EVERY BBQ sauce and drink a beer for me, would ya 😊🍺
Mager MagerSeptember 3, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Full rack of baby back rubs and cheesy waffle fries. They always have good IPA on tap too. Great sauces.
Eilionora DonelsonAugust 18, 2017
Amazing meats of all sorts. Definitely try their Mac&Cheese too 🧀
MimiApril 11, 2016
The brisket is delicious!! Goes well with either (or all) mac and cheese, waffle fries, coleslaw, and/or cornbread.
Zach DavidApril 30, 2013
The meat is delicious here! Best sandwiches in the Great Lakes area! Get brisket and their Mac N Cheese and you will be satisfied

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