Ernie's Bar-B-Q

11/03/09

This passes for barbeque?

by daveshaw77

I had already tried most of the other barbeque places in Ft. Lauderdale, and wanted to experience something different. Lesson learned. The ambiance was pleasant, our waitress was friendly, and the orange cake was unique and excellent. Having said that, it was hands down the worst entree I have ever had dining out. The brisket can best be described as cold, grey, thinly cut deli meat topped with a tasteless, canned red sauce. The beans had an overpowering onion flavor, and were poorly seasoned. If trapped under a rock, I'd rather eat my own leg.

• Pros: Has a roof.
• Cons: The food.

08/17/09

Under new management and owner

by CSMobileUser3

they have cleaned it up, great drinking hole upstairs , truths Bimini bread and conch chowder

01/06/09

Good food, horrible, horrible service!!

by SFloridaLocal

Living in South Florida for most of my life, I was suprised to find out that there was such amazing food right around the corner from me that I had never tried! But by the end of my visit I realized why I had never heard much about the place. THE SERVICE WAS HORRIBLE!

A former bartender myself I am not dillusional and I completely understand what is to be expected of a server/bartender. Unfortunately our server/bartender didn't get the same memo. Apparently the people who work at Ernies BBQ are allowed to drink on the job! Our waitress was rude, nasty, and seemed to be intoxicated. She couldn't remember a thing we asked for, and I am pretty sure she forgot to put in my tables order. When we asked (after 20 minutes!!) where our food was, she replied in a rude tone of voice, "I'll get it when I'm ready." Then proceeded to stumble down the stairs and retreive our order.

I am not a picky customer in any way and feel terribly guilty about posting this, but the service at Ernies BBQ is horrendous and this review serves as a warning for all who visit!

On a good note, the ribs were excellent, and they had a VERY unique and delicious BBQ sauce!

• Pros: BBQ, Scenery, Upstairs area
• Cons: SERVICE