Georgia’s Eastside BBQ

This is the worst meal I have had in a long time. I was starving, so I looked on grub hub and it read that Dallas BBQ was closed. I called, and they said they were not closed. Well, I wanted to pay through paypal, so I didn’t order on the phone. I love Dallas BBQ’s corn bread and virgin pina-​colada. I don’t drink alcohol, but I digress. Anyway, I came across this Georgia’s Eastside BBQ, a restaurant with 5 stars. I read some reviews, a few bad ones, but as I said, 5 stars. So, I placed my order. I ordered a catfish sandwich. It was my first time having that kind of fish. I was praying it did not come with the head attached, because that is too FREAKY, lol. I also ordered cornbread, banana pudding (which was $ 7– that’s more than Magnolias infamous delicious banana pudding), and a lemonade. Well, the lemonade was delicious. Fresh squeezed lemonade is my favorite drink in the world. Everything else was SUB sub-par…The banana pudding looked like someone just threw up in a cup. It was very mushy and the bananas were brown, and the wafers were lost in the mush. I could not stand to look at it, much less eat it. I did bear the challenge to taste it, it tasted ok, but much too mushy for me to eat. Presentation is very important for me. I do eat with my eyes. The catfish sandwich was not very well seasoned– so bland for a $ 15 sandwich. How can fish not taste good? SERIOUSLY? The cornbread tasted like cornmeal, it was grainy and it had kernel corn inside; I believe the kernels were grilled. And the cornbread was sprinkled with salt on top. I don’t even know what to think of that concoction. I feel as though this were a culinary experiment. Is this how they cook in Georgia? I’d never want to go back. I cannot believe that I paid $ 30 for this meal. Well, I was so annoyed, I had to give them a call to let them know how I truly felt. I didn’t want to be rude, but I just had to tell them it was a horrible meal. I felt like I just threw my money in the garbage pail. So, that’s just what I did, I called. I felt a little bad telling the woman who answered the phone how nasty their food was. She told me, she has never had anyone tell her personally that they were so very disappointed. She said, well, if you feel that way about it, I will return your money. I said, yes please, I would like that… Safe to say, I’d NEVER order from there again. I threw that food away and I am now ordering a turkey burger from Lucky’s Famous Burgers, because I am still hungry. It’s my first time ordering from Lucky’s, too. But I am more hopeful since it is a franchise; and how bad can a turkey burger be? Well, my burger just arrived, ’til next time…

Small hole in the wall place, but the service is fantastic. Just needs a bathroom! The waiters were very sweet and fun to talk to! Pricing is pretty average for a NYC food joint but the food was really good — especially the sauces. GET THE BANANA PUDDING! It’s amazing! Definitely going back!

I’ve been to Georgia’s a lot over the years. It pains me to give them only a three — I’ve had some truly great ribs here; but around 20% of the time, I’ve also ended up getting ribs that were rubbery and chewy, to the extent that I couldn’t finish them. That’s the issue — you don’t know if its going to be a great or mediocre experience; the odds favor the former, but there isn’t any guarantee. I don’t know what causes these dips — is it the actual meat or does something go wrong in the cooking? But I find myself hesitating to go there now when I remember the occasions when the ribs weren’t too palatable. If they could weed out whatever the problem is with consistency that would be great. They do a really amazing banana pudding, but only on every other day for some reason — they should make it available everyday, as the chocolate pudding alternative is not great.

Things I hate: hipsters, 80s music and pabst blue ribbon. The thing I love, good food. Good food trumps all and this place has it! I wasn’t expecting to go to a southern style bbq joint for my one night actually staying in the city. I especially wasn’t thinking I’d go to one full of the ambiance I hate, but on the recommendation of friends we were having drinks with, we passed up the usually bougie spots we would have stopped at and took our chances. I’m actually glad we did!
This place has really good bbq. Plain and simple! The ribs didn’t have too much sauce or sweetness. They had just enough with a small kick of pepper and spice. Don’t get me started on the fried chicken child! Colonel Sanders would have forgotten his recipe. The sides, simple and pure southern sides that didn’t have too much of the bad stuff you hate and had just enough of the good stuff you love. Greens, potato salad, Mac n cheese, the list goes on. Good food, plain & simple.
If you’re like me and you can bypass certain environmental hiccups for good food, don’t let the hipsters and 80s music here scare you away. It’s worth it for some sweet ass bbq soul quenching action!

NO RESTROOMS!
I am rating based solely on service that I received. Based on that, I decided to not spend my money.
Came to LES after seeing Wicked on Broadway with Family. Original plan was to go to K***z Deli (bleeping my own review for posterity lol), but as the line was out the door and down the block, and we were «wicked» hungry (haha), we decided upon this «happened upon» bbq spot. And… cuz we LOVE bbq!
Upon entering, we sat down and owner (?) came to our table. I quickly checked out the chalkboard menu, and decided upon the Mac n Chz and Hothouse chicken sandwich. After he answered a few menu questions, I asked him where the bathroom was. He, politely, said that they don’t allow customers to use their bathroom. I, wide-​eyed, then said, «not even pregnant a woman?», while rubbing my very obvious 8-​month prego burgeoning belly. He said «No, but i can refer you to a bar 5 doors down». Though he was not rude or insolent about it, I was still quite dumbfounded at the obvious lack of compassion. Perhaps he’s never known a pregnant woman and their ever-​ending need to pee. Nonetheless, at that moment, I knew I wasn’t ordering anything. If you refuse services to a pregnant woman, I refuse money to your establishment.
Using my cell phone, I then located alternative eateries, and started perusing online menus in the immediate area. Found Cra******ys (across the street!), placed an order via phone and walked out.

Awesome brussel sprouts, mac and cheese, ribs, great fries. Great, great spot to hide out for a bite in the middle of a busy street.

Legit. For some reason I’ve had the hardest time trying to find baby back ribs in this city, and I have finally found them here with an AMAZING BBQ sauce. This place is a tiny little spot that is far from glamorous, but thats what makes it more legit as well. My hubs and I had been craving for some good southern ribs, and this place cured our craving. I have no idea how this place doesn’t have higher than 3 stars, because it damn well should!

I have to temper my excitement about this place. I was overwhelmed by their fried chicken so I failed to notice the negatives. After eating here multiple times I’ve got to say their southern sides are underwhelming. The Whole Foods two blocks away has consistently better southern style sides (e.g., collards and mac specifically). It’s apparent that the ribs here aren’t smoked in a pit. The service is okay, but even though we’ve become semi regulars they wouldn’t let us go off menu or order a half serving of side dishes. If you stick to the fried chicken and bourbon you won’t be disappointed.

2 ½
+ is the Tennessee hot chicken sandwich. It was delicious. Except the extra 3 dollars deluxe came with some ruffles chips and extremely underseasoned cup of cole slaw. Disgusting.
Pulled pork platter was inedible — overuse of vinegar and salt. I cringed when I took my first bite.
Cornbread was nothing spectacular, and the potato salad was wayyyy underseasoned.
Wouldnt recommend this place unless you’re getting their fried chicken items.

I ordered the fried chicken plate. It came with 2 slides of your choice.
Chicken– I know good chicken just by looking at it. Earlier, I was scrolling down Unilocal seeing what others have to say about the fried chicken. I don’t know, but it failed me. Something wasn’t right. The skin doesn’t taste like anything. Just crunchy. The flavors don’t vibe. It doesn’t click. There were no fireworks. Although it wasn’t dry. it’s just tasted bland. I prefer Popeyes tbh.
Corn bread– it was ehh/​okay
Fries– too salty. If they lessen the salt it’ll taste good.
Overall, I’m disappointed. I don’t think I’ll order from here again.

OK went with a pal cuz he likes the brisket chili.
It was terrific, but I’m sort of dumbfounded by how good their «Nashville style» hot chicken sandwich was.
I’ve eaten at Prince’s half a dozen times, and I have dreams about that bird.
I thought Peaches was gonna bring it, but this sandy at Georgia’s is the only time I’ve had the good stuff outside of Nashville.
Please go get one. It’s a special that’s hanging around, and it oughtta be an institution.

This small BBQ joint on the lower east side is absolutely AMAZING!!! I would bathe in their banana pudding! The brisket was so tender and flavorful. Their BBQ sauce, cornbread and bacon Brussel sprouts are exceptional as well.
My waitress, Kayla was awesome! So friendly, had the best recommendations and exuded phenomenal customer service!
I can’t wait to come back!

Lapin and I went over to this cozy [read — small] cash only Southern BBQ Spot last week. We had to wait 45 minutes before we were even seated. There was only one cashier and one waitress, so the service was barely existent. But the meager service we did get was friendly.
We got two salads which were good, but who goes to a BBQ joint for a salad. Lapin got a rack of ribs with cornbread. And the ribs were so good and the meat just melted off the bone. I got their fried chicken special, which was three pieces of chicken — boneless breast, thigh, and wing with potato salad. The chicken was superb and delicious [not so great as leftovers though]. If you ever had Hill Country Fried Chicken, it has roughly the same size, taste and texture. The potato salad was okay, it was nothing compared to the delicious ribs and fried chicken though. Their dessert selections changes daily. When we went there, they only had banana or chocolate pudding. The homemade chocolate pudding was rich and delicious. The sweet tea was good as well but a bit pricey at $ 4 a serving especially since it was overflowing with ice.
Do note, while they have many enticing drinks and food options — there is no public bathrooms.

Wanted to stop by and try one of the hole in the wall spots in the Lower East Side. We came across Georgias. The pulled pork sandwich was delicious very tender and a little smokey, the cole slaw was bland that was about the only thing that wasnt really tasty. The seating is very tight in this establishment. The prices were reasonable and they dont take card.

I had a BBE deal to this place and wanted to check it out. I went around 7:30pm on a Friday night and was able to get a table for 6. It’s a super tiny place and so seating large groups may be difficult. Although they do take reservations for parties of 6 if everyone participates in the family meal. FYI, there’s no bathroom here, so you would have to go across the street to the sixth ward. But they do provide plenty of hand wipes…
The BBE deal included one house salad, choice of ribs/​chicken (bbq or fried), one side, and choice of one dessert per person for $ 20. Since my friends were waiting for me, they went ahead and ordered 2 lbs of hot wings. The wings were delish and the right amount of spicy. When the salads came out, the portions looked more like an entrée than a side. It came with lettuce, red bell peppers, and carrot with ranch dressing. We all opted for one of their special sides, an extra $ 2 but worth it. I had the roasted brussel sprouts with bacon. My friends ordered the sweet potato fries but they were more like blocks and not so crispy. The best part of the meal was the fried chicken. The breading was so good and crispy and the perfect amount of fried. I received three large pieces and had to take some home. My bf ordered the ribs which were a half rack but filled up the entire plate. The portions were super generous here. Last but not least, the dessert! We had a choice between banana bread pudding or chocolate mousse pudding. The banana bread pudding was almost as good as magnolia’s. The chocolate pudding was a little too dense for me. Overall, I was pretty full and happy at the end of the meal.
Cash only!

This will do, pig, this will do.
Came in here famished and looking for some decent BBQ. This places does the trick just fine. Healthy servings, and I demolished the ribs like a cave-​woman. I know they smear a vat of butter on that corn, and boy does it taste yummy.
This place is fairly small, and while there isn’t a wait, it’s almost always filled.
Service was attentive and anything we asked for was brought over quickly. I appreciate speed when I’m hungry.
All in all, solid thumbs up.
P. S. Cash only.

Good BBQ spot in the LES.
You have all your go-​to BBQ options on the menu here; the pulled pork is probably the first thing I would recommend, but the ribs are pretty good too (with just enough meat on ‘em, nothing extraordinary here). You’ve got fried chicken that will do the trick (it’s standard) and there’s numerous sides, all of which I’ve found to be tasty and satisfying. Cornbread is great. The sweet tea is quite sweet – yay.
The place is small but rarely too packed. You can seat about five to six small parties here and that’s it. I usually grab my food from here to-​go since it’s a lot easier.
Yummy spot. Prices aren’t bad. A full meal will hit you for about $ 18 – 23 depending on what you get, but it’s worth it.

Nah, save your money and go elsewhere. The food isn’t horrible, yes that’s a compliment! How do you not have a BATHROOM??? You are kidding right? Oh, you’re not… well hmmm, awkard!
After I ordered my food I asked about the bathroom. They told me they share one with the bar across the street. Seriously? … and of all days I decided to eat here during Santacon. There was no way I was going to push through a bar of drunken obnoxious santa’s and then wait in line while my food got cold just to tinkle. TMI, I know… so I basically held it throughout my entire meal and walked down to the Starbucks on Delancey. (No Santa’s there, Santa clearly doesn’t like overpriced coffee hahaha)
Now that my bathroom rant is over, let me tell you about the food. I arrive and sit down at one of the very few tables. The pretty waitress brings over the menu with the specials. My Danish friend is a bit of a jokester and was asking her childish questions about the food. She glanced at him with a murderous look in her eye and answered anyway as the rock music blared in the background. As it turns out the rib sandwich is in fact bone-​in, so he opted for the pulled pork sandwich instead. I ordered the catfish with beans and fries. I really wanted mac n’ cheese and eventhough it was listed on the specials they said they were «out». It’s 1pm on a Saturday, you just opened an hour ago. How are you «out» of mac n cheese.
My friend and I discussed some interesting topics in what felt like Cancun. My seat was inches away from a scalding radiator and I was beginning to get a nice blush in my cheeks and sweating profusely. I moved to the other side of the table. We conversed for what felt like hours before our food came. It probably was just shy of an hour because we didn’t leave the restaurant till 3:30. In that time before our food arrived we were given two glasses of water and the two soda’s we ordered. All of their drinks come in a can. No additional glass or ice given. The people sitting behind us got their food before us eventhough they came in about 15 minutes after us.
We shared some maple butter biscuits they did not appear to be freshly made. As I glanced back towards the counter I found myself to be correct. There was a covered biscuit plate that had the biscuits pre-​made sitting on the counter. Who know’s how long they were sitting there. The butter was good though. The heroin chic rocker cook made several runs to the basement during the course of our visit as well. He didn’t seem too happy to have customers.
While we were eating I noticed there was a $ 50 bill sticking out of the piggy bank on the side counter with the napkins. I didn’t know it was a trick as it was my first time there. Me being the honest person that I am, I alerted the waitress and told her excuse me do you know there’s $ 50 sitting here. She said «yea that’s fake but thanks.»
I ordered catfish and to my surprise it was quite delicious. A little fishy but not in a distgusting makes you want to puke kind of way. Very crusty breading tends to fall off as you cut with your fork. I got two medium sized pieces. The fries were crispy and there was actual salt on them. The remoulade was fantastic! The beans were okay but the sauce tasted bottled and not homemade. The barbeque sauce which to me is one of the most important parts of owning a bbq restaurant was unremarkable. Nothing really made it stand out, just average. I ordered a rack of these «famous» ribs to go. they came with two tiny containers of sauce. I got more sauce while I was actually there eating at the restaurant (which I really just wanted to dip my fries in) but for a WHOLE rack you give these microscopic containers. The ribs needed way more than that because they were totally flavorless. They did fall off the bone a little but there was some yucky fat and the meat overall just didn’t taste like much of anything. Not even smoky just had a burnt look to them. I probably could have doused them in a half a bottle of sauce and it may not have been nearly enough.
During the course of our meal I wiped by mouth with a napkin and folded it in half and layed it down near my plate with the intention of using it again. Somehow every time I went to reach for it, it was gone. It happened three times. By the end I just assumed that I’m clearly not allowed to have a napkin so I stopped trying. The waitress was so napkin ninja about it I didn’t even see her take it any of the times that it happened. She stopped by once to check on us and I used this opportunity to order another can of soda.
The food at dive’s tends to be pretty delicious but this dive is just a dive. Overall the short version is: Win’s point’s for catfish, looses point’s for ribs, and not having a bathroom. ~ The End ~

What happened, Georgia?
I’ll tell you exactly what happened. I wanted some ribs,* and I convinced all my friends that this was the joint in the LES. And you made me look bad. I mean, I usually look bad, but not when it comes to ribs. I don’t know about fashion, or coffee, or wine, or seaweed snacks, or personal hygiene,…but ribs, ribs I KNOW.
And I used to know your ribs. These impostors I just ate though, I don’t know what they were.
I don’t need my ribs to fall off the bone. But when the meat is too tough for me to tear off with my teeth, and I even have trouble sawing through it with a legit steak knife, we’ve got a problem.
And rib problems are basically the only problems that matter.
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*Because I always want ribs.

Amazing southern BBQ food!
Really authentic interiors with really tasty food!
Ribs are amazing and you get 5 beers for the price 4 in a bucket.
Place is small maybe 16 seats and no restrooms. They have arranged that customers can use the restroom on the bar opposite side of the street, no biggie because the food is delicious!
Prices are also inexpensive and when you taste the food you just wan’t to order some more!