Recommended Restaurants

Here are the rec’s from our loyal group of foodie-librarians. You can search the listings by state, type of sauce, type of food, or the ASERL institution where the recommendation originated — almost anything. You’ll find a few spots that have been recommended more than once: Check out each description to get the inside scoop from multiple barbecue lovers. ENJOY!

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SAW’s Soul Kitchen

215 41st St S
Birmingham, Alabama 35222
https://sawsbbq.com/

Nearby University: University of Alabama at Birmingham

Approximate distance from University of Alabama at Birmingham: Less than 5 miles


Description:

Saw’s is a modern take on traditional BBQ, with no frills on the building, just good food. You will find some unique items on the menu like pork served over grits and greens, or the sweet tea fried chicken sandwich.

If you could only eat one item on the menu:
CATFISH N’ GREENS: Greens over McEwen & Sons cheese grits topped w/ Fried Catfish, red sauce, onion rings

Menu:

What type of entrees are available:
Pork, Chicken, Beef, Turkey, Fish/Seafood, Ribs, Brisket, Sausage

For traditional (“Southern”) barbecue restaurants: What type(s) of sauces are available?
Mustard, Vinegar, Red/Tomato, White

Other:
Locally owned


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