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Brother Jimmys - Second Ave.
1485 Second Ave.
New York City, NY 10021
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#2,488 of 6,757 restaurants in New York City
  • Cuisines: Barbecue
  • Price range*: $20-$35
  • Recommended For: Child-friendly
  • Address: 1485 Second Ave., New York City, NY 10021
  • Phone:  212-288-0999
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“Well, they got NC all over the walls....”
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3 of 5 stars
Astadud 10 contributions
Union City, New Jersey
May 4, 2009

but that don't make it NC bbq. I had the sandwich and potato salad, sweet tea. This place is for drinking that happens to serve bbq. Ok the bbq, I ordered the sandwich without the bun. I just want a tray, but that is like speaking in tounges up here. The bbq was ok, a little too peppery and a... more

“easy to overfill on the...”
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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 29, 2008

easy to overfill on the ribs. stop after 30 minutes. just stop. more

“drunk”
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Jan 24, 2008

drunk more

“If you can't get "real...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 24, 2007

If you can't get "real NC bbq", this will do. Good q-shack atmosphere - just stops short of being the kind of place with peanuts on the floor. Great for Wednesday nights (Ladies night and 25% food for southerners). more

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Brother Jimmys - Second Ave. Address

1485 Second Ave., New York City, NY 10021
Tel: 212-288-0999
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.