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Because of me being a true show me KC LUV, I gave into trying this place out on my brief visit. The ribs and sauce was a slight comparison to my sauce at home but not matching. The chicken/brisket/sausage was cold. I had seen a previous review stating the food was cold but I expected for them to serve ready to serve food but that was a let down. I came to splurge yet I had held tight to my wallet after tasting the cold meats beside the ribs. My boyfriend had the smoked wings and they were super dry. A little disturbing that we were charged extra for accompanying fries. If you are going to charge extra, let the customer know prior. I would’ve ordered fries as one of my sides to save the headache. The drink from the bartender was well mixed! I loved it. Dear restaurant please read these reviews and take heed because my food should never be cold at arrival. I spent $80 and I feel that I was jipped for my hard earned money with no apology rendered for the cold food. The closest to Kc this restaurant had gotten is the sauce, sweet with a kick of spice. Restaurants need to be on their toes not knowing who is coming in to rate them.
Jennifer West
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Hello my foodies! I'm back in NJ and stopped by this place that we had seen a few months back but could not get into. It was super packed, so we couldn't get in at the time. We finally got in on a Sunday afternoon, and it was petty quiet. The place looks bigger than it is from the outside. There are two dining areas and another room in the back for the sports fans. They have a main bar and huge TV's by the main bar area where they show the games playing that day. They have a medium-sized menu easy to see their selection. Mostly MEATS! Also, some choices of seafood as well. The price is a little higher for the BBQ platters they offer, but you can share them with a second person. We tried the combo that came with ribs, pulled pork and sausage, macaroni, and corn bread with collard greens on the side. Overall, it was pretty good. The meat was tasty. The macaroni wasn't to my liking, but the rest was pretty good! Great ribs, and the pulled pork was delicious. Our server was great and friendly. I would suggest stopping by and checking out this spot.
Juanita G
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We came for comedy night and were pleasantly surprised with the food. We ordered the bbq combo platter with two sides and it was plenty for two large adults. Meat was tender and well seasoned, the platter was well presented on what I believe was a cake tray (honestly, more businesses should display their platters on raised trays! Brilliant) and by the time everything was said and done, I was happy and full. Their cornbread was the highlight of the night though. Four pieces later, I honestly considered getting more to go. Very buttery and soft, made with love. With that being said, they deserve a better parking structure. Unfortunately there were just not enough spaces for everyone and people started just leaving their cars. My diet coke was a bit tasteless but everything else was top notch. Everybody took great care of us and the servers were always smiling. Service was efficient, from taking our order to getting the check. We'll be back, we've been trying to find a great bbq place near us for some time for those random cravings. This is it.
Jessica Zuckerman
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This is definitely a good atmosphere. I enjoyed time with friends. However, the food quality isn't great. I had the smoked wings. They were tough. I've had them before to compare. They use to be my favorite. But overcooked. The mac and cheese is different and tasty. The presentation is not good though. My guest wasn't fond of the egg rolls, the chicken, or rib/steak. I'm not really sure which poultry it was. It was dry and no flavor. The bufflo wings were ok. The drink were ok as well. The service, the bartender was very nice and accommodating. Overall I wouldn't come back here. I will post pictures of the food but order at your own risk. I've heard other entrees are delicious here but unfortunately I have not tried it. They have happy hour during the week so maybe the food choices do not get cooked with love during happy hour. Try dinner. Lol parking lot is small and definitely can get you into a fender bender. Just be careful. Bathroom wasn't clean so I didn't use it.
S “Honest yet delightful” T
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Went for a comedy show. It was a great low key lounge that does karaoke nights, comedy shows and just a great lounge to either listen to DJ or some nights they have live bands. The BBQ platter was amazing meat cooked to perfection it was enough to feed three people. The mac and cheese tasted amazing. The candied yams were okay but not awful needed to be cooked a little more. The skirt steak which I asked to ve cooked well done was like butter grilled just enough to be well done but not cooked so hard u can barely chew it. Definitely took leftovers home lol. Appetizers the fried calamari was fried to a beautiful tasty perfection. The henny bbq wings were amazing not overly saucy which I dislike they had amazing flavor. Their ciroc and henny punch was very good. The prices were very reasonable for such good food rating 9/10
Christian Walker
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Nearby Attractions Of South Valley BBQ and Lounge
Valley Vintage
Metcalf Park
Luna Stage
West Orange Wellness Dispensary
Dogwood Green Dispensary
Nel's Barber Shop LLC
Wholesale Artist Giclée
Apple Butter Boutique
G.H.O.S.T. Studio
West Orange Arts Center

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Basic Info
Address
34 S Valley Rd, West Orange, NJ 07052
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(973) 736-7899
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Website
southvalleybbqandlounge.com
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3.9
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Laid-back roadhouse eatery specializing in barbecue & classic sides, with live music on weekends.
attractions: Valley Vintage, Metcalf Park, Luna Stage, West Orange Wellness Dispensary, Dogwood Green Dispensary, Nel's Barber Shop LLC, Wholesale Artist Giclée, Apple Butter Boutique, G.H.O.S.T. Studio, West Orange Arts Center, restaurants: Bella Italia Restaurant & Elegant Banquets, Libretti's Restaurant Est 1950, The Appian Way - Caterer - Event Venue - Fine Dining, Sarrah Cafe Trinbago, Master Pizza West Orange, NJ, El Palacio Del Pollo, How Delish HD, Harper's Cafe, TACOS LOCOS, La Galera Centro Americana Restaurant

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