Pull into downtown Dunedin on Friday or Saturday by auto or bike, as so many do, and you'll somehow find yourself craving barbecue. That's Eli's subliminal advertising at work, enveloping you in the scent of his his perfect BBQ! The location may be a little off Main St, but you'll find him. Just follow your nose to where Skinner St crosses the Pinellas Trail. As for the menu, if there's a line, step up and grab a recycled paper one to select your options while you wait, and hope those in front of you don't get the last of what you want! (They do run out, and then they close.) The ribs, sauce, beans, pulled pork, slaw and sausage are fantastic; as good as we've ever had. Can't say anything about the rest, cause we can't get by our favorites to try anything else. Vitals: Friday and Saturday only. Cash only. No indoor seating, limited picnic tables. Directly on the Pinellas Trail. Limited parking. Other than...
Read moreI have been eying this place for months now. Finally went about an hour before closing. Very cute, very old and small building. There are but a few tables outside under a big tree that gives you plenty of shade. There was a line but it went pretty fast. The paper menu helped me decide what I wanted while I was in line. The front lady that took my order was so nice, funny and chatty, loved her. People seemed very pleased with their foods. I chose a full rack of ribs. I had no idea how big these ribs were. We did not get any sides since we are not crazy about baked beans. The hot sauce was good but barely hot. I thought that the ribs were under seasoned and a little dry, it really needed lots of sauce. I really wanted to love it. I think the price was great for...
Read moreIf u want some 'REAL BBQ' this is where you must go....every taste bud will lights up...sorry if your vegan or on a no meat diet because the food here will make you dream about it ...its outstanding !!! Dont be fooled by the size of the building or the outdoor dining ...the chicken , brisket or pork will make your mouth water and if u are on a diet or just like to be active you can take pinellas trail rite to Eli's, it is located @ the intersection of pinellas trail and (sr 580) main street in Dunedin on the north east corner...please support local amazing resturants , just because its a small older building doesnt mean anything other than the focus on the food and customers !!! -I am not an employee or owner just a...
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