Tom's BBQ - Tempe

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Counter-serve operation specializing in Chicago-style, pit-smoked meat sandwiches & plates.

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Counter-serve operation specializing in Chicago-style, pit-smoked meat sandwiches & plates.

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(480) 820-0728

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Website

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CalvinCalvin

430

I used to come to Tom’s BBQ all the time when I lived in Tempe. They understood how to do burnt ends correctly which I could appreciate. I happened to be in Tempe today and thought I’d stop and pick up lunch for the family. Of course I got the burnt ends and while everything else I ordered- Italian beef combo with fries (I was told was fine) and the sides that came with my burnt ends- Mac and cheese and green beans were fine, the burnt ends were so very disappointing. It seems they are mistaken about what these usually delicious nuggets of meat are as they should NOT be burned. What I received was a container of old, dried and in some cases burned meat (this is why I always ask for my sauce on the side so I can see the meat). It was so disappointing. Perhaps the new owners should take this off the menu as burnt ends are something not everyone can’t can do.

M PM P

00

I was not impressed. I got the chicken sandwich with wing sauce. Every bite smelled like pork and the chicken was stingy, it was more bread than anything. The sauce wasn’t good, I forced myself to eat half and ended up throwing it away. We also got the 3 meat dinner plate. The burnt ends were very “eh”, the brisket was mediocre, the only good thing was the link which was probably not made in house. The Mac n cheese was underwhelming, to say the least. We also had such an awkward time in there while ordering and waiting for our food. The lady tending to us had her child or grandchild with her who she kept scolding in front of us SO loudly, it was uncomfortable. She wasn’t very nice. I was so hopeful but I did notice the mixed reviews. I would personally never come back. It was such a waste of money and a horrible experience.

Jennifer CortezJennifer Cortez

60

The worst quality food ever had in comparison to the Tom’s bbq that’s on southern and country club. I ordered 2 brisket sandwiches and the worst part was both sandwiches were more fat than meat. It tastes so weird chewing on a no texture sandwich. I was hoping the fries would help me get full but the fries were boxed in a styrofoam container with no ability to breathe and so it’s a container full of wet soggy fries. I wish I was exaggerating but going to bed hungry tonight. What a waste of $30, never again. If they keep doing this, they will have to close down this toms bbq also. Will never be coming here again. The hardest part, I will have trouble falling asleep hungry and the worst wasting money in this economy. Thanks for ruining my entire night

AjayAjay

10

Overall i have nothing really bad to say about Tom's, we decided to try there BBQ 3 meat combo platter, my girl got the bbq smoked chicken with Mac & cheese, corn bread(👎)(unfortunately was a little dry) & then the mash potatoes & gravy(👍)... That gravy was Soo good too, I ultimately ordered 3 meat combo platter which i picked brisket(👍)(2dlr Xtra) pulled pork(👍) & burnt ends(👍) (the ends are 2 dlrs Xtra also) then had jalapeno Mac and cheese(👍), bbq beans(too sweet 4 me👎) & an extra side of potato salad(👍) (over priced,the portion is WAY to small for nearly charging us 4 dlrs for it) the chicken was moist & tasty, So for us our bbq tasting experience was a good choice..

Rob & RaidenRob & Raiden

10

Very friendly service as soon as you walk in. The staff are happy to answer any questions about the menu, which has a lot of midwest and southern favorites. This was my first time here, and I tried their catfish plate. It came with 4 filets of fried catfish, hush puppies, a tartar sauce I think was homemade, and two sides. It was a LOT of food for $15, I was able to get two whole meals out of it. The catfish was perfectly fried and tender inside. I really liked the tartar sauce and hush puppies too. The mac n cheese and red beans and rice had good flavor but could've used a little bit more salt, for my taste. I'm looking forward to going back to try their italian beef.

Alexandra GrafstromAlexandra Grafstrom

20