Community Q BBQ
“The combo plate comes with a nap.”
“Don’t worry, we’ll make room for you.”
“On one of those benches.”
Apparently, they do not know who they are dealing with.
My meal: Rib Combo. Plate. Beef rib and sliced brisket. Mac-n-cheese and collards. And a Diet Coke.
I was anticipating a platter with humongous portions with the way they were talking to me. So although the plate that came had substantial serving sizes, it was a piece of cake for me. Of course, I can out eat everyone I know. But that is just (little ‘ol) me.
The brisket was glorious. The fibers detached from each other without any effort. Its smokiness was addicting. The beef rib (sans bone) had a nice crust. Both are fork tender. And very, very flavorful.
The mac-n-cheese is simply to-die for. The cheesy, sweet cream oozing out of every rigatoni is just so good. I could eat a whole platter of it. The toast was buttery and soft. The collards are silky and not at all mushy, although, it was a bit on the salty side for me. Seeing it untouched, I was offered to replace it with something else (they use a very bold chicken stock but the kitchen will be appropriately notified, I was told). With the meal almost over, I settled for a banana pudding instead. I am not a dessert person but all I can say is that it was good and creamy, not too sweet, and not too rich.
I had the pleasure of having lunch with the lovely, lovely, lovely Amy (yes, that is three lovelies for you) after weeks of trying to get our schedules in sync. She had a pulled pork sandwich and a side of mac-n-cheese. The pulled pork was as good as the other meats. It was tender and juicy and just as tasty.
Overall, a great lunch. Great barbecue and great mac-n-cheese. The sauces are both good — there is a vinegar-based one and a sweet one. Combine them both for a good kick. I cannot wait to come back and try all the other meats and sides. Incidentally, I demolished everything on my plate. As usual.
Insider tip:
Located at the old spot that used to be The Epicurean restaurant.
Menu here.
The scoop:
Community Q BBQ
1361 Clairmont Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 633-2080
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4 responses so far ↓
1 Sean // Dec 1, 2009 at 10:50 pm
Your appetite was underestimated once again!
Mac & Cheese + BBQ is always a magical combination although I’m disappointed to hear about the greens.
Judging by the complete massacre of your meal, you’re not sick anymore!!
2 Amy W. // Dec 2, 2009 at 7:47 pm
It was a great lunch; I am excited to return also! Thanks for all the lovelies
3 BHH // Dec 5, 2009 at 8:06 pm
Great bbq…had the st louis ribs/brisket combo with Mac&Ch and collards ( which i thought were spectacular, btw…not too salty with a little bit of kick and not mushy at all). Initially thought the portions were a tad small but after the perfectly chilled banana pudding I was completely stuffed. Thank you, Community Q!!! Go ahead and spend the money on a lighted sign. Don’t know how many mediocre meals I consumed passing by every other day. Good Logo, so light it up for all to see. Glad I found the Community Q, hope ya’ll do to!!!
4 Community Q BBQ Restaurant Review – Decatur, GA [First Impressions] | Atlanta Restaurant Reviews | Atlanta Food Blogs | Dining in Atlanta // Dec 8, 2009 at 6:12 pm
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