Mr Powdrell's Barbeque House
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Hours
Sun
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tue
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wed
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thu
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sat
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Ratings and reviews
4.5
RATINGS
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PRICE RANGE
$0.00 – $15.00
CUISINES
American, Barbecue
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
features
Can a gluten free person get a good meal at this restaurant?
Details
PRICE RANGE
$0.00 – $15.00
CUISINES
American, Barbecue
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service
Contribute
4.5
91 reviews
Excellent
55
Very good
24
Average
6
Poor
4
Terrible
2
Omjourney
Cape May Court House25 contributions
Mar 2020 • friends
It has been over 10 years since I’ve been to Albuquerque and my mouth still waters when thinking of Mr. Powdrell’s. It is the high level every bbq I have had since is compared to and never reaches. The bbq, greens, corn bread, etc. is awesome. When I would visit friends in Albuquerque I would eat at Mr. Powdrell’s almost every day. I still wear my t-shirt with pride. I want to order take-out from New Jersey right now.
Written February 12, 2021
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Tonia B
San Antonio6 contributions
Dec 2019 • family
Let me begin by saying, "We are Texans and South Carolinians who don't play when it comes to BBQ." Mr. P's jas become a family favorite. He doesn't skimp on cuts of meat. His recipes are highly seasoned, and his portions are HUGE. Don't go there if you aren't hungry! One menu item can easily feed two people. The Johhny Cakes were a great surprise. They have been consistently good this far. I highly recommend! The staff feels like family on the first visit.
Written February 12, 2020
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Daniel V
Saint Paul32 contributions
Dec 2020 • none
Because of the governour of New Mexico's draconian covid restrictions, my daughter and I had to order taskeout. I ordered the beef brisket dinner. The meat portion was very generous, and the sides fantastic. For desert I ordered a piece of sweet potato pie. It was out of this world! Prices were more than reasonable. Definitely it's my go-to place iwhenever I'm in town!
Written January 8, 2021
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Mark
5 contributions
Sep 2021 • none
I have been going to Powdrell's for quite a while. I picked up a large order of brisket, which I love, for a group party recently. Unfortunately for them, the service I and my wife received is terrible. The woman behind the desk has little social and business skills. She acts as if she does not care about their business and can be more than uncaring but can become frankly rude. The pulled pork price is not competitive. I have had better service elsewhere.
Written September 28, 2021
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Johnny A
7 contributions
Sep 2022 • solo
I hate to say this has been the WORSE BBQ place I been to my entire life. I travel all over the US for a living, this place has been the worse of all. I mean I should’ve paid attention to the vibes upon arrival. You have signs everywhere letting you know there is no DINE IN, and I’m talking about an exaggeration of signs. The sign that gets to me the most is the sign that’s says don’t come up to the counter until you know what you’re ordering. Where is the customer service skills? Now I know next time to run!!! Any way I gladly order about $35 worth of items. I get to the hotel and ended up throwing everything away. They were lucky I didn’t take that 18 minute drive right back because I would’ve lost my mind.
The chicken had a smell that I can’t even describe. I never smelled nothing like that my entire life. It smelled like rotten chicken smothered in BBQ sauce. I ended up throwing everything out after that one bite. It wasn’t until I took a bite that I said what the hell is that smell? Until I put my nose on the chicken and almost threw up. The wings were way over cooked.
The beans with made with no type of love, it wasn’t even cooked all the way. I really wish I did take the drive back just thinking about it now. But like I said, had I would’ve drove back over there and they would’ve came at sideways , oh it would’ve been a rap!!! Don’t waste your time coming here. I’m usually not one to knock on anyones business but when I say this was terrible, I mean it with everything in me. I did see a bad review before I went to this place but I figured you know everyone gets to have the opportunity to see for themselves. I was definitely wrong to give them a try. NEVER AGAIN!!!
Written September 16, 2022
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Jay J
14 contributions
Mar 2021 • none
I don't know why I've never done a review on Mr Powdrell's. But I'm here to make amends. I had brisket, which was tender, juicy and not too fatty. Doesn't really need sauce--that said, the sauce is tomato based, sweet/spicy, and a bit of a tang. I also had collard greens, which deserve their great reputation and a very creamy potato salad which actually was good and not too sweet and overly mayo-y as they often are. I really like the cornbread which is unusual as a Johnny cake. The servings are generous (though I am an older guy) but I easily have another meal. I thought the price was reasonable. The waitstaff is friendly and efficient. Everything is done strictly by the book for covid 19--made me feel safe and comfortable. I'm coming back sooner, as it's been awhile.
Written March 16, 2021
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tripleplay423
Albuquerque193 contributions
Feb 2020 • couples
Fast friendly service with great selections of ribs, brisket, chicken... Something for everyone without breaking the budget! Love this place!!!!
Written February 4, 2020
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WahooHoward
Montclair158 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
Visited late one evening despite some mixed reviews on Trip Advisor and was disappointed to see that those varied ratings were warranted. Brisket wasn't that flavorful and was a bit dry. Most of the sides were unimpressive (including the collards that others had raved about). I was hoping for better, but perhaps it was just end of day leftovers.
Written December 30, 2019
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MsGAO
31 contributions
Oct 2019 • none
Met the owner by accident and decided to try this place for a take out orders. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Excellent barbeque ribs smoked to perfection! On the bone but easily slid off and so tender I could cut through each rib with a plastic knife. I liked the sauce which was not too sweet. The collard greens were the best I have ever had in a restaurant. I highly recommend this restaurant and I will definitely go back.
Written October 25, 2019
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Jingle
Rio Rancho38 contributions
Jun 2019 • none
Having lived in Alabama, the comparison of BBQ there with Mr. Powdrell;s is immediate. The local BBQ establishment may be advocated by locals, but not by anyone who has had real BBQ. Suffice to say. Mr Powdrell's BBQ is nowhere near the excellence of most southern states BBQ. Really disappointed!
Written July 7, 2019
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Sandra T
65 contributions
Jun 2019 • family
A true local's restaurant - small and tucked away. LOVED IT!!! Ordered the pulled brisket and melted in mouth! No liquor served but don't need it anyway. Does get busy at lunchtime but worth the wait!!!
Written June 24, 2019
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Arthur M
Denver14 contributions
May 2019 • family
Joe, owner of a multi-generational family restaurant, greeted us personally and checked on everything! The food was excellent. The service was excellent. Everyone had a wonderful time! I highly recommend it!
Written May 24, 2019
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Kenneth S
Dallas208 contributions
May 2019 • family
Stopped in for a quick takeout lunch. Ordered a small bbq beef brisket sandwich, 1/2 pound of pork ribs and potato salad. The
Brisket sandwich was moist, not to smokey and slathered in an amazing BBQ sauce. Just excellent. The pork ribs were fall off the bone good but I have had better. Potato salad - excellent.
Overall, delicious but stick to the brisket.
Written May 2, 2019
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Lorabee
143 contributions
Oct 2018 • couples
went in kid was on phone. Didn't speak to us unless forced. He was on his phone, go figure. The BBQ was nothing like the write up in the Edible magazine we read the night before. It was a total let down. The sausage was a hot dog wiener, not like Texas sausage. The brisket was nothing but shredded and lacked flavor. The ribs were ok. Thank goodness because we were hungry. Very unfortunate visit, but this is nothing like Texas BBQ.
Written October 10, 2018
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queenbee2sagalo
Fort Worth323 contributions
Oct 2018 • none
Mr. Powdrell’s offers delicious barbecue in a unique setting. Recognized by the National Historical Registry, the restaurant is located within a transformed brick home. Their meals include bbq beef ribs, bbq pork ribs, and sausage, with all the fixings.
Written October 9, 2018
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