Batesy’s BBQ and Bar — Restaurant in New York

I came here on a whim with my parents and were blown away by this gem.

We walked in and were greeted by a gentleman who gave us a rundown of how the restaurant worked. It’s simple, but it’s extremely helpful to have a friendly face there to point you in the right direction. Seat yourself, order/pay at the counter, food/drinks served at your table.

Seating is first come first served basis. The table seating area inside is somewhat limited but there are a number of tables outside. There’s also bar seating and seating at a countertop adjacent to the kitchen. We went at peak dinner time on a Saturday and managed to snag a table for 3 pretty quickly. You can also take your order to go, but the vibe is worth sticking around for. Be patient!

Service was quick, accurate, and courteous. We got our food in 5-10 minutes and it was GOOD.

Now I’m not super well versed in BBQ, but this was some of the best I’ve had. We got brisket, pulled pork, and ribs and all of it melted in your mouth. Sauces were great too. We got Mac n cheese, potato salad, and slaw for sides. The mac and the potato salad were fantastic. I’m not much for slaw but it was pretty good still. Great selection of beer as well. Got a local draft from Finback Brewing and loved it.

Got to watch my Pitt Panthers knock of UCF on one of two TVs and they also had a great playlist that I hope they never change. Knock knock by Mac Miller came on before I got my food and, at that moment, Batesy’s had won me over.

Honestly, fire BBQ joint with good people, vibes, and aesthetics. I live in western queens but I’d GLADLY take the trip back...

I would go here just to order the Mac n' Cheese again! The menu doesn't really do the restaurant justice but when you see the waiter walking past you with food to the next table, it doesn't matter what it is, you'll want it, and this was only the quinoa salad I'm talking about lol (I don't even know what that is lol) I think I heard about it on Dr. Oz though. The fries were seasoned perfectly Corn bread lightly buttered Mac and cheese was sooo cheesy inside with a light cheesy crunch exterior. Fried chicken came in large portions that stayed hot and crunchy throughout the 45 minutes we took to eat. Never got cold and oily. Neither did the Mac n' cheese. These cooks really have something going on here and it's all good. Ps don't forget to order your drinks. I had the sangria which isn't strong but puts you in a "good mood". My girl had the "Ah-So Rose" can 12.5% alc. She's a light weight and the small can made her giggly and bubbly. The soundtrack that they play here didn't help contain her either. Each song is curated to keep your foot tapping and fork moving.

Overall experience: 5/5 Staff : 5/5 Food : 5/5 Quality: 5/5 Portion size : 4/5 (you will be stuffed still!) Alcohol: 5/5 Price: well 2 people can eat well for 60ish dollars So I'd say that's very affordable for the quality.

Definitely give this place a try. Parking lot in the back but don't park there on a rainy day, the tracks leak old white substance all over your car or the pigeons will make target practice of your vehicle if you park on the north...

I had a terrible experience with my takeout meal!!! I just wanna say i am highly upset with the service i recently recieved ! A couple days ago i attended this bbq restaurant and i was immediately upset of the crazy long line but i waited cause i was starving, the line was moving slow but then i looked towards the front and saw why the line was long. The employees were too busy talking amongst each other and just goofing off.... So i told some customers in front of me excuse me and made my way to the front, I addressed them and informed them that you have a business to run and not to talk and goof around ! They laughed and smirked and made jokes about it and about me as well, i didnt really understand it but regardless i left and probably wont attend that restaurant again. This wasn’t my only disappointment, I observed the workers and none of them were using gloves to prepare and make the food! I myself work in the food industry and this is a serious violation in health and food service! I am highly...