Tom Jenkins B-B-Q

I've always passed by this place but never actually stopped by until last week. Since then, I've been twice and both times have been remarkable.

We've tried out the brisket, baby back ribs, spare ribs, pulled pork, chicken, beans, mac & cheese, cornbread, and the lemonade. Out of everything we've tried, we've loved most of it. The only thing that could use some work is the brisket, not sure if it was just an off day but I'll give it another chance. My favorite items have been the baby back ribs, spare ribs, chicken, mac & cheese, beans, and pulled pork (in that order). Also worth mentioning, it's probably the best bbq sauce that I've tried in quite some time. Highly recommend it!

Anyways, definitely will be back soon to continue trying out the menu and giving that brisket another chance. Come check it out today!

It's been a while since I last visited.

The sides were delicious--creamy macaroni and cheese packed in the little cup, definitely need to upsize that portion and savory collard greens get no complaint. The corn muffin is sweet and still quite dense. I wanted catfish, but being none, I settled for half rack of pork spare ribs. They were okay, but about one quarter of them were the extremely charred ends that were not edible. The sauce lights up the taste of the meat. Next time, I'd get the baby back ribs.

The lemonade was refreshing. Should have asked for a free refill awaiting my order.

Very average. Fries are terrible. Mac n cheese is terrible. Not sure how you mess those up. Asked specifically for fatty brisket and got lean. Staff isn't exceptionally friendly.

I haven't stopped in for a decade, my mistake! The beef ribs are incredible, brisket outstanding! Staff is very helpful and efficient. I chose take out, but thankfully the restaurant hasn't changed, still benches and long tables, step back in time! I can't wait to return!

Some of the best BBQ I've had in this area. It was a fun throw back with lots of old pictures of Ft. Lauderdale inside. Only reason I couldn't give 5 stars today was the coleslaw seemed to be old. It was a little discolored and soggy, not bright and crisp. That being said, I would go back for the BBQ.

First off. Awesome!! Atmosphere is busy. Old style feel. Truly great food being prepared here. The brisket was so tender. The bbq sauce had a nice little heat. Mac and cheese reminded me of just like home. Love the collard greens also. Overall 5 stars. Friendly employees. Thank you.

The ribs were decent. The side, which were fantastic for years, are now lacking. No live there. The sauce is still great though.

But, the service is atrocious. The first you should do is ask if they're out of anything. I'm usually given incorrect information and end up having to choose one or two other items instead because they are really out or there's a 45 minute wait for the next batch. Then there's the counter person who glares at you like she has a terrible headache or you're bothering her somehow. There's no professionalism, "thank you", no appreciation. Like I said, if you come to just get the food, just be glad if they have what you want. DOUBLE CHECK YOUR RECEIPT BECAUSE THEY SOMETIMES CHARGE YOU MORE THAN THE MENU SAYS. I assume they're outdated.

Oh yeah, they have a big TIP JAR! NOPE.

Got takeout from me calling in ahead of time today. It worked out well. Seems like they are learning from the reviews that people give.

Food was on point as usual.

Went years ago and it was fantastic! Went a few weeks ago and it was awful. Baby back ribs were very fatty and not tender. Chicken was not that good either. ALL of the sides (coleslaw, baked beans, and potato salad) were fair at best. Overall, extremely disappointing.

I love Tom Jenkins BBQ. It makes me happy to know this smoker has. Great presence in town. I love the sides too. It's always yummy.