Red Neck -b-que - Cooperstown

Claiming this place is the best barbecue restaurant in the world would be an understatement. It brilliantly combines two of the greatest things in history: redn... read more Claiming this place is the best barbecue restaurant in the world would be an understatement. It brilliantly combines two of the greatest things in history: rednecks and BBQ. This establishment deserves to be franchised—it's truly a hidden gem located in the middle of nowhere that the rest of the world is missing out on. If I could, I would give it eight stars!

I ordered the sampler platter, and while it looked appealing, the experience fell short. The pulled pork was cold and mushy, as if it had been overcooked. The r... read more I ordered the sampler platter, and while it looked appealing, the experience fell short. The pulled pork was cold and mushy, as if it had been overcooked. The ribs were undercooked; I had to use a knife to eat them, and they were rubbery—definitely not the fall-off-the-bone quality I expected. The other items on the platter were forgettable, except for the Mac and Cheese, which seemed like it came from a box rather than being made from scratch. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend spending your time or money here.

Our waitress greeted us and promptly apologized, explaining that it was her first day and she was still getting accustomed to the place. This didn’t bother us a... read more Our waitress greeted us and promptly apologized, explaining that it was her first day and she was still getting accustomed to the place. This didn’t bother us at all, as she did a fantastic job throughout our meal. We began with an appetizer of fried green tomatoes, and they were amazing! Perfectly crispy and served with a zesty ranch sauce for dipping, the breading held up beautifully with each bite, and they were full of flavor (I even posted a picture of them). For dinner, my friend ordered the pulled pork sandwich, while I went with the catfish po' boy and fire slaw (also pictured). The slaw was a vibrant red but lacked the spiciness I had anticipated, which turned out to be my only complaint. Though it was delicious, I wasn’t exactly expecting the flavor. The po' boy was an incredible value at just $8.95, featuring smoked catfish that was breaded and fried on a soft, chewy bun that perfectly complemented the fish. The restaurant's walls are adorned with cool vintage signs, and some of them are sure to give you a laugh. The bar area looked great as well. The overall ambiance has a rustic feel with wooden booths, yet it is still well-lit. I can’t wait to return to Cooperstown and try this place again. If you’re staying downtown, hop in your car and skip Redneck BBQ, as you won't find many places in town that can compete with this gem!

Baseball teams beware!! We made a reservation a month ago, called twice while here in Cooperstown to reconfirm reservation for 50 people, 2 hours before reserva... read more Baseball teams beware!! We made a reservation a month ago, called twice while here in Cooperstown to reconfirm reservation for 50 people, 2 hours before reservation they cancel us and tell us they can't accommodate any more. Must have gotten a better offer. So disappointing and now we are scrambling. Best part, they didn't care at all! One of the worst experiences ever- do not go there

Ate here with our baseball team. The staff did a great job accommodating 30+ people. Food is okay: Kids ribs were dry. Half chicken was good. Ribeye was fatty,... read more Ate here with our baseball team. The staff did a great job accommodating 30+ people. Food is okay: Kids ribs were dry. Half chicken was good. Ribeye was fatty, but isn't it supposed to be?! Corn needed butter and salt. Salad was fresh. Sweet potato fries were delicious.