Hidden Gem Behind a Mattress Store

My friend raved about this BBQ spot with a 4.7-star rating—and let me tell you, it’s the definition of a “hidden gem”! First off, it’s tucked behind a mattress store—you’d never guess it’s there unless someone points it out. Parking’s a little tricky too; you have to drive all the way to the back of the lot to find a spot. And the ordering process? You’ve got to walk over to the street-side counter—no fancy indoor setup here. But none of that matters once you see the line: it’s always long, with lots of burly guys (total “BBQ enthusiast” vibes) waiting patiently, which is a sure sign the food’s gonna be good 😎. As soon as I walked up to the counter, the guy taking orders didn’t even let me speak—he just sliced off a big hunk of meat and handed it to me. It was a huge piece, juicy and fragrant, and I was so busy chewing (and mentally going “wow”) that I could barely talk when he asked, “What’ll it be?” 😂 Talk about a great first impression—free, delicious samples are always a win.😎😎 All in all, it came out to $90—definitely a splurge, but worth it for the portion sizes. Oh, and a pro tip: They have beef ribs on weekends only, so if you’re a beef lover, plan your visit accordingly!😎😎 Now, let’s talk taste—everyone had different opinions in my family: My husband? He loved this place way more than Rudy’s (the BBQ spot we went to a few days ago). He said the pork ribs here are more tender and juicy, though a little sweeter than he usually likes. My parents, though? They were team Rudy’s all the way—they preferred the more classic, smoky flavor there. Me? I thought the brisket was spot-on (tender, with a crispy bark), but I wasn’t crazy about the corn casserole—I’d pick creamy corn over it any day. And the banana pudding? Wow, it was super sweet—like, “need a glass of water after every bite” sweet. Not my favorite, but if you have a major sweet tooth, you’ll probably love it 🍌. By the end of the meal, we were all stuffed—but let’s be real, nothing hits the spot like homemade food. Later that night, my dad made a bowl of rice noodles, and I ate every last bite. There’s just something about that familiar, comforting taste that even the best BBQ can’t beat! 📍 Restaurant Info Name: Caldwell County BBQAddress: 18324 E Nunneley Road, Gilbert, 85296 #BBQ #Grill #ArizonaFoodHunt #PhoenixFood #ArizonaEats #GilbertFoodHunt