Starlite BBQ

I cannot say enough good things about this restaurantI arrived here around 7:30 PM on a Sunday, which unbeknownst to me was dollar wing nightThe food was outstanding Spent a little under $100 for 14 wings 3cocktails 3 meals and 1 soda.

Quant little place. Kinda confusing. Is it a bar or a bbq joint? I'm still not sure. What I do know is that AZ is not know for its bbq and this is another example of why. The was a top 7 bbq restaurant on Yelp for Phoenix. Yelp actually claims top 8 but one of those top 8 is permanently closed. Anyways, I started with the cornbread. It came in a quit little skillet. It was more like corn cake, but the worst part was the strange wang I couldn't quite place. Not very exciting. They claimed some kind of maple butter, but I could not taste anything, but butter. Next up was the 1/2 chicken. I was impressed with the crispy skin. The chicken was slightly dry, but not terrible. The flavor was not bad, but nothing to write home about. The sauces were completely underwhelming. The regular was just that, no taste. I didn't care for the house sauce at all. The baked beans were the best part of the main course, but they had the same wang as the corn bread. I had seen the smores on Yelp and had to try it. I found where the wang was coming from. The smores was super fudgy, way more chocolate than gram cracker or marshmallow. Nothing too exciting. I think I would like to see caramel or marshmallow cream or something. The marshmallow wasn't even hot all the way through. It was like a two year old made the desert. Bottom line, when in AZ you probably are better off just sticking to Tacos.

Wasn't as pleased as we was hoping to be... Firstly; Service was great- our server was cool and kind and prompt. So it's not his fault. It was the food. Here's the good: Cheese fries, Mac and cheese... tasty. Ribs; better than mids but not the best ever. dry in parts but pleasantly juicy in others... Cornbread; great flavor, even better value. Here's the badFried chicken comes as one half of a chicken; was difficult to that way, wasn't advertised that way, they couldn't turn it into a sandwich. Flavor wasn't great. Coleslaw; way too salty. No. Avoid. Beans: under cooked and thin/watery rather than sauce. We might go back a second time now knowing what not to order. Also- ambiance was nice. The cru was less than thrilled about the meal. Sincerely, Motley Cruton

Food is amazing!! The ribs are super flavorful and basically fall off the bone. The pulled pork and mac and cheese were also delicious! My favorite sauces were the house and Carolina tasting one.It was pretty busy when we came in but still easily got a table for our group.

Starlite BBQ has a neighborhood feel and will be a regular fixture for us while in the Scottsdale area.The space isn't large, but it has a cozy bar and a nice patio. They have daily rotating specials, as well as regular happy hour with some cheap snacks and drinks. The chicken and cornbread pancake is plenty to share for two people, as are the rack of baby back ribs. Of the sides and snacks I've had thus far, the pork fries and mac & cheese are at the top of the list.They make some good cocktails and I can say that I've never seen a drink served with a baby back rib as a garnish, but more BBQ places need to adopt that.

Really tasty meatloaf. Every bite had tons of smokey goodness. I feel the dinner portion should be a bigger serving, considering it was so good I wanted more, and the plate was skimpy. Beef ribs were also really good and full of flavor. There are no complaints on that serving size. I also got the Bloody Mary, which was bomb. Decent complimentary cornbread. The server was great. He was attentive and funny.

This place is an underrated gem. Is it little miss bbq? No. But no other BBQ place this far from Austin is. However,the staff is awesome, the fried chicken on cornbread pancake is one of the best deals in town, the drinks are great, the brisket was delicious and fit perfectly in their Mac and cheese.... Ribs are great too!This place is 10 steps up from Rudy's or Dicks and a couple steps up from Brian's, Lucille's, Bobby Qs or Honey Bear (of course honeybear isn't Texas smoked style anyhow). Go with confidence you'll be happy you did! Just remember that the chicken and cornbread pancake really serves at least 3....

Starlite BBQ is an absolute delight! From the moment I stepped in, the cozy atmosphere and mouthwatering aroma set the stage for a memorable dining experience.What impressed me the most about Starlite BBQ was their dedication to quality ingredients. The meats were clearly sourced with care, as evidenced by their succulent texture and rich taste. The sides were equally impressive, with options like mac and cheese and coleslaw that were indulgently creamy and packed with flavor.The service at Starlite BBQ was top-notch. The staff was friendly, attentive, and passionate about their craft. They were happy to provide recommendations and ensure that every customer had a fantastic dining experience.The ambiance of the restaurant added to the overall enjoyment. The rustic decor and dim lighting created a cozy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a casual evening with friends or a cozy date night.If you're a BBQ aficionado or simply appreciate good food, Starlite BBQ is an absolute must-visit in Scottsdale. With its delectable menu, quality ingredients, and exceptional service, it is sure to leave you craving for more. I can't wait to return and explore more of their offerings.

I love the aesthetic of Starlite BBQ! It has a completely different look for a BBQ establishment from what I'm accustomed to. It's not large in size, but nice and cozy and, the perfect setting to enjoy some bbq. I always enjoy coming here for food. They've definitely changed their menu from the last time I was here, but one thing that remained is their Smoked and fried chicken wings. The wings are very, very good. At my latest visit, I also ordered a drink, Improved Aperol spritz, this was good as well. I haven't tried their ribs yet, as I'm dying to do so! So I'm going to be back real soon to get them.

This is directly to whoever in management changed the menus.... Why? Dead serious question. No grits. No hamburger. No salad...which was the only non meat option on the menu unless you want Mac n Cheese like a 5 year old. Why did you change wings from 99 cents all day on Sunday to just happy hour? We loved coming here for lunch for the wings. Brenden is great though. Good guy. Felt bad he had to keep saying no to the things on the menu we normally come here for. He definitely made up for in in customer service. Better keep him around!!We can find similar places that actually offer options like a large salad plate etc. for someone who doesn't want pork and ribs.