Pippin's Barbecue

Enjoyable but small portions. My wife and I went with friends to this Bsmall BBQ cafe in McDonough. I had the pork ribs, and it was a good portion, but they were a little undercooked. I had Brunswick stew and mac-n-cheese, my wife had a chicken salad sandwich with cold slaw and chips. Our friends had brisket sandwiches with stew and chips. All the sides and sandwiches were VERY small portions. If I'm paying 20 bucks for a lunch I expect more than a couple tablespoons worth in portions. The BBQ sauces were all real watery, I like my sauces thicker. Chairs and benches were hard metal or wood with NO padding.Not a place I will go back to.

Great bbq but I stopped going there when they went 8.00 for a sandwich some of us can't afford those prices

Today was my first time trying Pippin's and I was a little disappointed. I've been in the area my whole life and saw that they have been here before I was born so I knew it had to be GREAT. I called in a to-go order because the online ordering didn't let you add a drink, and I didn't want to pay online and then another dollar and change in person for a drink. When I arrived the staff was very friendly. I added a bbq sauce on the side, and was bummed to see they only had mild and hot bbq sauce to add, but on the tables they had many more to chose from. I guess that's just the perk of eating there. The restaurant was clean and quaint, nothing fancy but it was fitting. I got a bbq chicken plate with coleslaw and Mac n cheese. At first I didn't love the coleslaw, but it did grow on me. The Mac was probably some of the best Mac I've ever had. I added a half a shake of pepper and it was perfect. Like worth going back just for Mac n cheese perfect. The chicken was underwhelming, it was chunky and bland even with all the bbq sauce- and was sitting in what looked like water in my to-go box. I wouldn't order the chicken again, but I would go back to try the bbq pork. My meal also came with a bag of chips and 2 slices of plain white bread. All in all I enjoyed it! Portions were big and price was right. I got my chicken, 2 sides, 2 slices of bread, bag of chips, drink, and sauce on the side for $13.99. I hope the pork is better than the chicken!

I saw a post on Ola Talks where people said the Brunswick stew was best at Pippins bbq. My husband and I love trying BBQ around the country , and we have 3 things we test - Brunswick stew, coleslaw, and the sauce. I realized we had never tried this local "hole in the wall" so we decided to order the family meal that has pork, buns, stew, slaw and sauce. All for a very reasonable dinner price of $30. I ordered online and my husband picked up on the way home. However, when I opened the bag the pint of cole slaw was missing. That was not only a strike in my book, but messed up our judging of this bbq place. I gave them a call to explain my dissatisfaction. Y'all, the customer service was a 10/10. The girl on the line was so apologetic and immediately said - if you don't mind coming back - we will fix this and add brisket side at no cost. I will tell you I appreciate a business that values my time and gas, just to make an order right. It also meant we got to try another menu item that we didn't order. This is what local places get you vs "chain" places. The BBQ was GREAT. Loved everything we ate, but I love good customer service. I will absolutely order again. THAT is how you gain new customers. Thanks pippins, great staff , great food, good job.

I had the brisket plate and the brisket was rubbery. The staff was very nice but even the sides we had (coleslaw and chips) were subpar.

This is hands down my favorite BBQ place. I am very picky about fat in my BBQ and Pippins never has any fat in theirs. They offer a BBQ sandwich chips and a drink for about $6 which is a steal. They also have ribs which my friends have told me are the best. They drive down here from Cumming, GA just to eat at Pippins. Their banana pudding is amazing but make sure you get a large. The small is like a teaser. I typically get my food to go as I work close by. However, I have noticed when I do try to eat it is sometimes difficult to find a table because it's small but it's been at this location for years and people move pretty quick. They are closed on Sunday and Monday. I have forgotten a few times on a Monday.

heard all about this place and I do not get it honestly. It is OK, not great. For price, portions are pretty small especially sides. I did get some cornbread once that was tasty but cold as ice. I think this place has lived on past laurels a long long time. Not a lot of other choices in McDonough for BBQ. In a pinch this place will work but my preference is to drive a little further and get a whole lot better BBQ. Takes too long to be served. Not like it is crowded or they have to cook something is it? Place has a "joint" feel to it while still feeling institutional. Strange I know but how it is.

Good value for what you get. BBQ is good but the stew and coleslaw are top notch! Staff is friendly!

A true McDonough classic! The ladies are always so nice, and the food hits the spot every time!

If you are in McDonough you should go and eat here. Not only has it been there for over 30 years it is good. You will be glad you went!