Porky Pete's Barbecue
3.3
from - 90 Plains Rd.
- Essex, CT 06426
- 860-767-1021
- Price range: $ (Under $9)
A small takeout joint renowned for its slow-smoked Southern barbecue offerings, Porky Pete's serves serious barbecue at affordable prices. People travel from around the state for the hand-pulled lean pork, which comes in a sandwich or on a platter, and the hand-rubbed St. Louis-style barbecue ribs. The side dishes are good enough to eat as a meal on their own.
Getting There
- Parking:
- On Site
The Basics
- Hours:
-
Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Closed Sunday
- Cuisine:
- Barbecue, American, American Regional, Chicken, and Ribs
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Reservations:
- Not Required
- Dress Code:
- Anything Goes
- Alcohol:
- Not Permitted
- Smoking:
- No
- Audience:
- All Ages
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Laid Back Casual, Family Friendly, and Theme
- Cleanliness:
- Up To Par
- Noise Level:
- Bustling
- Romance Factor:
- Strictly Platonic
- Features:
- Takeout/Carryout
- Average Drink Price:
- $1
- Specialties:
-
Tennessee Platter
Porky Pete's Platter
Pulled Pork
St. Louis Ribs
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Mastercard, Visa, and Debit Cards
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"lol"
By ddlp from CDE, August 10, 2009
i didnt intend to hurt the restaurant in any way at all . im simply stating facts. i said it was expensive for the amount of food you get. which it...
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"The Real Thing: Best BBQ"
By hstephens11412 from Essex, July 16, 2009
I usually would not respond to another review of a restaurant because everyone has different tastes; however, when I read the review by (---), he d...
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"Going steadily downhill and not quality bbq."
By ddlp from CDE, June 1, 2009
I've gone here about 12 total times in the last few years. Originally went there as i love southern bbq. The bbq is decent but overall-way too dry....
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