DOD with Julie & Katie: BBQ in Gilbert
Printer-friendly versionFor this Dining on a Dime, we chose a popular little BBQ spot on the east side of town called Joe’s Real BBQ. Julie thought it would be a great place to go since she had eaten there several times in the past and knew that Joe’s BBQ is for real! The family owned joint makes you feel like you’re stepping back in time to when Gilbert was first established way back in 1995 (ok, maybe a bit further back, lol) especially with the huge John Deere tractor in the dining area.
We both ordered a half slab of ribs which comes with your choice of one side. Katie got potato salad while Julie had their cheesy potatoes. We most definitely couldn’t pass up a cup of their home-made root beer or the pecan brownie.
Note to self: When dining at Joe’s, do not wear white (like Katie did).They give you wet naps for a reason, but they should probably give out bibs too.
All we can say is gettin’ a little messy is worth it for these ribs! They are perfection. Their claim to fame is cooking their ribs over pecan wood, which makes a big difference, while the BBQ sauce is one of the best we’ve had.
Btw - if it’s your birthday you eat for free! This is Julie’s third birthday this year. Joe’s will occasionally have a free day where the public eats for free until they run out of food. Who doesn’t like free? So, if you’re ever in Gilbert we strongly suggest stopping by Joe’s BBQ for some good eatin'!
Location
301 N Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Hours
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm every day
a long, slow covered simmer used mainly with tougher cuts of meat in order to break down muscle and connective tissue in order to achieve that falling off the bone succulence. Braising is one pot cooking, but does require the time.