TL;DR: Truly honest-to-goodness southern fare, that is focused a lot on the meats and having a good time. The craft here comes from so much practice, and travels around North America to truly know what makes this kind of fare tick when it is eaten. With a high level of friendly service, a relaxed and causal environment, and the ability to waltz on in, this is already a winner in my book.
After such a long and hectic renovation, one of the major lanes in Brisbane's inner area has been transformed very well. Fish Lane has stood there somewhat desolate all these years, and much in the vein of Melbourne's lane ways we now have a vibrant and relaxed little community just a bit outside West End...
Located near the end of Fish Lane, off Melbourne Street behind the Fish Lane Apartments, Big Roddy's Rippin' Rib Shack serves up the best Beef Short Ribs I've had in Australia and the best Poutine I've ever had outside of Canada!
Joe K, Espresso&Matcha and I had the pleasure of dining as the guests of co-owners Big Roddy and David, and boy did they put on a feast for us. Big Roddy served up Beef Short Ribs, St Louis Pork Ribs, Poutine, Chili Fries with Pulled Pork, Jala-Macca-Peno Poppers, Buffalo Wings, Chicken Bites, Coleslaw, Sweet Potato Fries, Corn on the Cob, six homemade dipping sauces and five homemade BBQ sauces.
The Beef Short Ribs were so tender that the meat quite literall...
Lunch as guests of Big Roddy's with two of my favourite foodies, the discerning Meatballs And Beef Cheeks and the effervescent Espresso&Matcha. I was counting down the days to 1 June 2017. It was a cold windy day and I was almost trembling with hunger when we met outside the restaurant at 12.30pm.
Walking into the restaurant we were warmly welcomed by Big Roddy and taken to our reserved table. He is friendly and relaxed while chatting with us and suggests we try the dishes that he has selected for us to sample. A short time later David, the co-owner introduces himself as he and the staff begin to cover our entire table with Big Roddy's signature dishes.
I have to restrain myself fro...
Located near the end of Fish Lane, off Melbourne Street behind the Fish Lane Apartments, Big Roddy's Rippin' Rib Shack serves up the best Beef Short Ribs I've had in Australia and the best Poutine I've ever had outside of Canada!
Joe K, Espresso&Matcha and I had the pleasure of dining as the guests of co-owners Big Roddy and David, and boy did they put on a feast for us. Big Roddy served up Beef Short Ribs, St Louis Pork Ribs, Poutine, Chili Fries with Pulled Pork, Jala-Macca-Peno Poppers, Buffalo Wings, Chicken Bites, Coleslaw, Sweet Potato Fries, Corn on the Cob, six homemade dipping sauces and five homemade BBQ sauces.
The Beef Short Ribs were so tender that the meat quite literall...
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Lunch as guests of Big Roddy's with two of my favourite foodies, the discerning Meatballs And Beef Cheeks and the effervescent Espresso&Matcha. I was counting down the days to 1 June 2017. It was a cold windy day and I was almost trembling with hunger when we met outside the restaurant at 12.30pm.
Walking into the restaurant we were warmly welcomed by Big Roddy and taken to our reserved table. He is friendly and relaxed while chatting with us and suggests we try the dishes that he has selected for us to sample. A short time later David, the co-owner introduces himself as he and the staff begin to cover our entire table with Big Roddy's signature dishes.
I have to restrain myself fro...
TL;DR: Truly honest-to-goodness southern fare, that is focused a lot on the meats and having a good time. The craft here comes from so much practice, and travels around North America to truly know what makes this kind of fare tick when it is eaten. With a high level of friendly service, a relaxed and causal environment, and the ability to waltz on in, this is already a winner in my book.
After such a long and hectic renovation, one of the major lanes in Brisbane's inner area has been transformed very well. Fish Lane has stood there somewhat desolate all these years, and much in the vein of Melbourne's lane ways we now have a vibrant and relaxed little community just a bit outside West End...
We Canadians just couldn't resist the call of poutine. Unfortunately, we picked the busiest night of the year during the Fish Lane Festival and the place was packed and very loud. So we ordered takeaway full rack pork ribs, green beans, and the obligatory poutine. The quality and quantity were worthy of the $42 we paid for everything. Everything was good but being the poutine snobs we are the chips were a bit soggy. But we'll be back when they are not so busy to resample.
Take two. May 22. Stopped for the pulled pork burger and garlic beans. Scrumptious and healthy size options. Great service!!! Bumped the rating up to 5.
Came here for lunch with friends and ordered some of the best American style eats in Brisbane, which is a big call considering how many American barbecue and burger joints continue to pop up in this city. Service was great - our drinks were topped up, we were offered more sauces and a friend received a free drink for her birthday. Meals are well priced and delicious. The marinade on everything was just right and the choice of sides were a big plus too. Make sure you wear loose clothing and prepare to don a bib for your ribs to truly embrace the Big Roddy's experience. #reviewchallenge
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Last week was a trying one to say the least, with my being otherwise occupied, it was a little difficult to focus on the tasks at hand. Of course the only cure that could be found would be a good meal with a couple of foodie friends. Which is why it was so pleasing to have a Thursday lunch scheduled with the delightful Meatballs And Beef Cheeks and the worldly and knowledgeable Joe K .
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The food was lovely, and the staff were very professional. The poutine was particularly great. Next time I visit Brisbane, I would definitely go back and try more of their food.
Ginger Beer (Non Alcoholic) 330Ml Glass Bottle
Lime And White Pepper Mayo Dipping Sauce
Signature Cheese Burger Dipping Sauce
Big Roddy Rsquo;S Pure Chilli Sauce
Jalape Ntilde;O Mayo Dipping Sauce
Big Roddy's Max Power Bbq Sauce
Big Roddy's Original Bbq Sauce
Big Roddy's Smokey Bbq Sauce
Garlic Buffalo Dipping Sauce
Big Roddy's Sweet Bbq Sauce
