Bowie Barbeque - Brookhaven

This restaurant has been around for 37 years and has consistently provided excellent food. The barbecue is fantastic, and the catfish is always fresh. The servi... read more This restaurant has been around for 37 years and has consistently provided excellent food. The barbecue is fantastic, and the catfish is always fresh. The service is outstanding, and the prices are reasonable.

When we received our meals, the ribs were indeed old, dry, and tough, while the sides were cold and tasted greasy. We ate what we could but ended up leaving mos... read more When we received our meals, the ribs were indeed old, dry, and tough, while the sides were cold and tasted greasy. We ate what we could but ended up leaving most of the meal untouched. About 15 minutes after leaving Bowie's, we had to pull over because we all felt nauseous. I tried to reach the owner to report our experience, but he wouldn't speak to me or return my calls. I will be reporting them to the health department.

My experience at the restaurant was disappointing. The food was excessively salty, and the staff didn't seem very friendly; they mostly just stood around and st... read more My experience at the restaurant was disappointing. The food was excessively salty, and the staff didn't seem very friendly; they mostly just stood around and stared. This was my first visit, and it will definitely be my last. Additionally, one of the employees did something quite off-putting, which was hard to believe actually happened.

I stopped by for a late lunch, and the location is convenient right off the interstate. We ordered a catfish plate and a sausage plate, and everything was delic... read more I stopped by for a late lunch, and the location is convenient right off the interstate. We ordered a catfish plate and a sausage plate, and everything was delicious. The hush puppies were especially tasty!

I would like to express my gratitude from Madrid, Europe. Thank you very much for your kindness; the ribs are absolutely delicious! read more I would like to express my gratitude from Madrid, Europe. Thank you very much for your kindness; the ribs are absolutely delicious!