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    Food is very good and reasonably priced. I went with my son and he enjoyed it just as much as I did. The wait staff was pleasant and courteous and I didn't feel rushed at all. I had the chicken, cole slaw, and sweet potato fries and enjoyed all of them. My son had the large macaroni and cheese and thought it was delicious. We definitely found a new place for take out!!!

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    I was in search of a good BBQ place because the area is seriously lacking as far as BBQ. I was really relieved when I found this place. You can't really ask for better BBQ in the northeast. So far I've tried their brisket which was tender, ribs which were moist and fall off the bone good, and their rotisserie chicken which was moist and flavorful and surprisingly good for "just chicken" and could hold its own next to anything else on the menu.

    The atmosphere is good, but a little small and I wish they served beer, but that's OK since its BYOB. I either bring a 6-pack of homebrew or there's a place you can buy beer from 2 doors down.

    The thing that separates a great BBQ joint from an average BBQ place is the quality of the sides. Most BBQ places can serve good ribs, brisket and whatnot, but some of those same places will serve soggy coleslaw, dry cornbread, and bland baked beans. Barbacoa is not one of those places. All of the sides are delicious, especially the mac and cheese, although I'll admit the coleslaw could be slightly better. One time I went they had a weekly special of chili. The friendly staff let me substitute the chili as a side rather than buy a full dinner size serving. Anyway, the chili was some of THE BEST chili I've ever had and was as good as anything else on the menu. Hopefully they make it a permanent item on the menu.

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    Chicken was moist and fragrantly seasoned
    Brisket was moist and no gristle well trimmed
    Ribs fell right off the bone
    Cole slaw  -can taste the buttermilk!!
    FOOD = 5 stars !
    SERVICE =5 stars!
    The platter looked like a feast for a Queen
    Must go back for some more!!!!

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    Wow.  So glad I read about this place today. Called in an order for "The Athens," picked it up, rushed home and dinner was certainly served. Serious flavor and amazing value for money. Will be back.

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    Excellent meats and a lot of variety to the sides. The owner and staff were very friendly and you can tell how much enthusiasm they have for what they are doing.

    Don't miss out on the sauces, which have some kick and a lot of flavor. Takeout platters were terrific for entertaining.

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    Well, after all the rave reviews....I am not one of them.  The chicken is really tender and flavorful but they do not give you enough sauce for 1/2 chicken (for 2).  I also tried the collard greens.  They were not fresh..they were either canned or frozen.  I know how to cook them and can tell the difference.  I am a local supporter but not sure I would go back.  It just is not special enough and the sides just are not worth it at all.

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    Ate at Barbacoa for the first time tonight. Outstanding local eats!!! Although all the meats are quite good the chicken ROCKS!!! And collard greens. COLLARD GREENS!!! In Ardmore???? Ribs were meaty and tasty. Try the sweet potato fries. And if you go for the pulled pork make sure you get the cole slaw.....very fresh!!!

    Ok.......I'm going to mention this but I don't want it to take away from the food, The place is EXTREMELY reasonable. I went with 5 other people. They have a combo special that feeds 5-6 people - $60 bucks.
    We ate til we almost fell out of our chairs. $60 bucks........6 people????

    (We did order an extra sweet potato fries though)

    Oy

    And........it's BYOB. We in the area have been screaming for places like Barbacoa for years.

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    Holy goodness. This place is phe-nom-e-nal. As snow began to fall, I wasn't thrilled about my fiance's suggestion that we make the drive from Center City to Ardmore for this newly discovered spot. But we decided to make the trip and I am soo glad we did. This was probably the best chicken and brisket we have ever had. Chicken had perfectly crispy skin and juicy, succulent meat. My fiance called the cornbread pudding crack in a bowl. My only complaint was the lack of combo options for parties of 2. I would've loved something like 1/2 chicken, brisket or ribs, 2 sides and cornbread.  Obviously we basically ordered that on our own sans combo special. The service was some of the best we've ever had. Guy, our waiter, had so much personality and made excellent suggestions on what to order. Do not walk, RUN here. NOW. Or....when they open again tomorrow.

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    I am not ashamed to say I eat like a fat kid at Barbacoa. My boyfriend and I went for the first time together a few months ago (I had been with a friend already), and I ordered about 6 things from the menu, assuring him "it won't be THAT much food." It was. And I did a damn fine job eating it.

    My favorite thing at Barbacoa has to be the pulled pork, though coming in a squeak behind is the impossibly creamy mac and cheese made with (surprise!) penne. The last time we were there, however, I made a break from Pulled Pork Land and took the train to Brisket Central, and I was NOT disappointed by the accommodations. In fact, I might be back. Other favorites include, but are not limited to: cole slaw, potato wedges, filet mignon sandwich, bacon wrapped shrimp and these amazing garlic mashed potatoes that always seem to be on special and ARE A GOOD IDEA, if you're debating them. I've also gotten this crazy good soup there...I think it was chicken tortilla? Just incredible. Cheesy and chicken-y and delicious.

    Another bonus about Barbacoa is the friendly-as-can-be staff who make every visit feel like you're over to a friend's house. I swear, I've been treated like a regular there from the first time I came. A couple of things: around 6-7 every night, they seem to be packed! Go early or go late. Also, there is a great little deli and beer store a few doors down which is a perfect place to pick up a six pack of beer or cider for your meal since Barbacoa is BYOB!

    Now, your next step is to get your butt to Ardmore and give this menu a taste!

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    We had a great first experience at Barbacoa! I'd classify the food as southern style - we got the Rittenhouse huge four-person platter, and everything was delicious (ribs, brisket, rotisserie chicken (their #1 item), the fries, cornbread), fresh dipping sauces made daily right there, and collard greens and super yummy cornbread pudding as sides. Exceptionally great waiter who made it even more fun. The ambience is casual, but it is sit down with a menu. No hot beverages available, and we had a bit of a draft coming through from somewhere, so I was pretty cold, but other than that it was a great experience. Free street parking after 6 PM. BYOB, too with a beer/wine store next door. We'll be back!

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    I live nearby this place.  I'm really glad that they decided to move to Ardmore.  There are a number of restaurants in Ardmore, but none serving the type of food that Barbacoa serves.  In terms of that, the thing that they serve that is the most unique is the Peruvian chicken, which is flat out awesome.  If the review was just on the chicken alone, it would be 5 stars.  I've now eaten at Barbacoa three times and had the brisket all three times.  The first time, it was excellent.  It wasn't overdone and the quality of the meat was excellent.  The second and third times, the Brisket was not as good. The quality of the meat seemed not as good and it was a bit overcooked and tough.   Could be a consistency issue related to them being new at that location.  I've also had the mac and cheese, which was decent but not fabulous.  It's a white type of mac and cheese and seemed more buttery to me than cheesy.   The cornbread is also very good, as are the potato wedges.  My biggest complaint is with the pulled pork.  The meat was very good, but in my opinion, the sauce was too sweet and there was a bit too much of it.  I did live in the Carolinas for a number of years and are more used to the way it is served down there where sauce seems to be used a bit more sparingly.  Too me, the flavor of pulled pork is so good on its own, that the sauce can be a bit more subtle.  Tommy Gunn's in Manayunk actually serves the pork on its own and then you add the amount of sauce that you want, since it comes on the side.  What is awesome are the prices.  This place is very reasonably priced.  You get a whole lot of food for the money.  I would definitely recommend giving this place a try.

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    After reading about this place on Yelp Talk, we went and got take out for dinner. Almost stop to dig in on the way home, it smell soooo good.

    The chicken and rib did not disappoint. Very good BBQ sauce on the rib. The meat was tender and just about to fall off the bones. The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The white sauce were how we remembered from NYC but with a touch of heat in it. But chicken is on the small side.

    Side dishes were a little disappointing. They were all good but not blow me away good like their meats. Mac and cheese and cornbread were okay.  Corn pudding and coleslaw were good. The fried potatoes were something different. Not sure I like or dislike it.

    Next time will order one of those combination platters. Looks like you get more food for the bucks.

    The other draw back is it is a little ways away. Can't have a couple of drinks with dinner and drive back. Especially through the dark streets of W Philly.

    Yes, I am a spoiled Philadelphian.

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    I have dreams about the cornbread pudding.  It's that good.  Pulled pork, brisket, chicken...all good.  Even the buns are good.  They're on Mainline Delivery too :).

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    I absolutely LOVE Barbacoa. It is now a takeout staple in my house. The food is DELICIOUS. I've never ordered anything I haven't liked, and neither has anyone else in my family. It's all very reasonably priced too.

    It is a small place, so there aren't many tables, though we usually order takeout anyway. It feels very cozy, and everyone that works there is incredibly friendly. The owner's kids were there drawing pictures and begging me to try things the first time we went there.

    Overall, it's just a great place. Great atmosphere, great staff, and GREAT food!

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    My husband and I traveled from Center City to eat here, as we love this type of BBQ. It was well worth it. The food is great! We had the brisket, chicken, collard greens, mac and cheese, and corn bread. Everything was awesome! By far the best I've ever had. The service was great too! We will be back for sure. BYOB too :)

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    "Any place you leave smelling like a campfire is good" my friend Jenny said about this place. I couldn't agree more.  I've had take out and eaten here. It is great! We recently went with some friends and shared a platter of BBQ goodness. We had Chicken, brisket and ribs. All three were very good. That night they offered an appetizer special of shrimp LeJohn and it was also very good. You can't beat the value either. I highly recommend this place for outstanding BBQ.

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    I know the 215 is awesome and all. I know the burbs have a lame reputation, but when places like Barbacoa pop up, I feel just fine living on the main line.  

    This is solid BBQ.  I have had many things from their brisket to their pulled pork and of course their chicken.  All get rave reviews.  When I first saw the mac and cheese, I was suspicious of it's quality as it was ziti noodles, but Barbacoa proved me wrong.Their mac and cheese are the best I have ever had.  Their coleslaw too.  You heard me....the best.

    Everyone who works there is as friendly as if we were actually eating in the South.

    The best part is that you can pop next door to the deli to pick up a 6 pack and bring it in for your dinner.

    It is a bit small, so if you have a large group, you may want to consider takeout.

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    After three tries I have to say the food has been consistently delicious.  The chicken dinner deals are a great deal and really good. Pulled pork sandwiches are great. My only slight complaint is that the racks of ribs are really nothing that special. For a BBQ place I want them falling off the bone and really tender and they were good but not amazing.  Really nice staff and the place is packed on weekends so make reservations or order take out. Unbelievable value for the great quality. I'm a devotee.

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    My husband and I tried out Barbacoa after several friends highly recommended it.

    I'm soo happy to have listened to them and found this place.

    We ordered half a chicken, pulled pork, baked beans, slaw, cornbread, and mac'n'cheese. The star of the show was by far the chicken. It is cooked to perfection on a rotisserie that is in view from the seating inside the restaurant. The inside was juicy and the skin on the outside was nice and crisp.

    The pulled pork was really good as well, it had a smoky taste with a sweet bbq sauce on top. All the sides we had were good, but like I said before the chicken is where it's at.

    Also, the prices are really low. If you're looking for a great bbq meal at a very reasonable price this is the place to be!

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    Delicious food for super cheap.  Their platters are perfect for groups of people, plus its byob.

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    Ok - this isn't Texas and it isn't cheap.  But everything is good!!!!!  Moist, full of flavor  chicken, brisket and ribs.  Great cornbread pudding, fries and slaw..  Great location off of Lancaster Ave with easy parking.

    Good stuuf and a great addition to the Ardmore area!

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    My first impression was AWESOME.  

    Split a 1/2 Chicken & Pulled Pork Sandwich... both are fantastic.  Sides:  Creamed Spinach, Mac and Cheese, and Cornbread Pudding.  ORDER THE CORNBREAD PUDDING.  It's freakin' phenomenal.  

    Ordered takeout from here on a Saturday night, it was fast and kept well after my 10 minute drive home.  Did the Pulled Pork Sandwich (amazing again) but was disappointed with the Brisket Sandwich.  The meat was dry and there wasn't much sauce on the sandwich to make up for it.  

    It's a small place but it's BYO.  I'll be back again for the CB Puddin' & delicious Peruvian Chicken!

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    I would have to say this is the best BBQ I have had outside Kansas City. Wood fired delicious. The Chicken was super tender as were the ribs. The brisket was very moist and with just the right amount of sauce. I could tell they care about what they do because the toast that the brisket sat on was grilled, not just a piece of sliced bread. Enjoyed all the sides especially the cornbread pudding and the mac & cheese. The folks that work there were very friendly and helpful. Even though the place was packed we were served our takeout in under 10 minutes. This will be the go to BBQ place for me.

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    8/24/2012
    I just experienced an amazing sandwich called the "Po Boy" ! This brisket sandwich was a non stop flavorful experience. The carmalized onions with their own bbq sauce added on top was great with every bite. The brisket they used was thick cut slices and with every slice was moist, rich with flavor, not a dry piece what so ever. The roll they used, I couldn't tell what it was all I know it was fresh with  that fresh baked taste.

    Excellent sandwich.. give it a shot

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    This place is really new: just opened the first week of June!

    My friend and I had such an awesome time here tonight (so great, I'm taking the time to write a review tonight!).  The restaurant is small, cozy, comfortable, well lit, colorful southwestern colors, clean: nothing fancy but totally fine.  The staff there is awesome: very chill, approachable, welcoming, fun people.  We got "The Rittenhouse": 2 1/2 chickens, rack of ribs, pulled pork (choice between pulled pork & brisket), french fries (potato wedges), coleslaw, and 4 cornbreads and we also ordered the mac & cheese - also came with a cool orange and a strawberry as well as a piece of thick bread for the pulled pork.  Wow - it was really, so very good!  And just what we were craving (we biked 12 miles earlier that day and had just been watching "All You Can Meat" on the Travel Channel, hah).  Our server put it down and we just started laughing at the mound of food we got: amazing!  We knew we'd have left overs (our order really could have easily been enough for 6 people).  It was really, really very delicious!  The pulled pork was fabulous, the chicken was GREAT (and usually chicken can tends to be a "whatever" meat but this chicken had great flavor and consistency), the ribs were pretty good but didn't fall off the bone (might just be the style of ribs they do), mac & cheese was bursting with cheesy goodness, coleslaw was tangy & creamy (went great with the savory pulled pork), cornbread was sweet & moist (though it would have been nice to have had some butter: should've asked & would've been easily given some but, wow, there was a lot else to focus on), and having the orange & strawberry was actually really nice.  The piece of bread was pretty useless, though.  And know the french fries are potato wedges, which were great: mashed potatoes in the middle of a thin crunchy shell.  And the sauces that came with it were fantastic: a spicy, mustard sauce then a spicy-ish garlic sauce.  My friend and I were so incredibly satisfied!  The food was amazing, and presented really well, but the staff was so great!  I'm pretty sure it was the owner who came around to our table a couple times and he was super awesome - he gave us a piece of carrot cake at the end of the night (which was great - whipped cream cheese icing, not the gross crunchy sugar icing).  Really look forward to going back - but it might take a few months for all this food to digest and be worked off, haha...falling into a food induced comatose sleep right now...OH!  And it seems to be BYOB (saw people bringing in wine) and there's a beer shop next door!

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    The lovely bride and I were in the area and caught this place out of the corner of our eye.  She made the calculated "you want to try it?" remark.  I ripped a U-turn that could have snapped necks.  I love to check out spots like this, small off the path bbq joints are one of my many guilty food pleasures.  
       As we were walking in i did a quick yelp check to get a quick heads up on anything i shouldn't miss.  Everything n the menu seemed well received so i immediately stepped up to the counter and ordered everything they had to offer.  Old ball and chain quickly reeled me in. ;-)  I negotiated for us to split a pound of the brisket and sides of mac n cheese and creamed spinach.  Negotiate with my wife that is, not the guy he was totally DTF (down to feed).  While we waited I chatted up the owner, I am assuming he was the owner because he seemed to have all the answers and carried himself to be such.  I began asking him about the menu and how they prepare/cook everything.  The Peruvian chicken will be the next thing I get when I return.  You had me at 12 hour brine, sir.  
         The brisket portion seemed to be a bit small but I'm a slob so it was probably a full pound.  More importantly it was delicious covered in a perfectly sweet/tangy sauce and melt in your mouth tender.  If I could eat it daily I would.  The previous statement was made with a clear head and satisfied belly hours after consumption so you can take it to the bank.  
         The creamed spinach was ok.  I probably would not order it again.  There was some fresh herb in there that i couldn't figure out that seemed a little undercooked.  I'm probably wrong about that but I was in feeding frenzy mode and that's what stuck in my memory.
       The Mac n cheese was right up my alley, plain Jane and not too fancy.  They used ziti and it was fine by me but not for my wife who has a much finer palate than mine.  I liked it because it was simple and cheesy.  The closer to velveeta or kraft delux the better for me.  It was superior to those but i'm just letting you know where I'm coming from with my MNC preferences.  
        Overall, a nice, clean, friendly, and lip-smacking experience.  Looking forward to heading back.

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    Fabulous BBQ. The Peruvian chicken is very moist and well seasoned. Get the slaw as a side, it's a good compliment to the meal.

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    Service was very friendly and the food was excellent! Try the Mom's Night Off Meals; a good amount of food for a reasonable price. It seems they are also BYO. I'll definitely be back!

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    I have had the opportunity now to have Barbacoa's food both as a dine-in and take-out.  This restaurant has recently re-located from Upper Darby to a cozy spot on Rittenhouse Place in Ardmore. Parking is plentiful.  Meters before 6 PM.  There are some tables, however they clearly expect more takeout than dine-in business.

    Our first occasion was as a dine-in, two kids, Faithful Dining Companion, the Reverend Dr. Steak and Honorable Pastor Ribs and Oldest, Dearest Friend all headed there on a Friday night.  We were happy to find they could accommodate our size.  

    We ordered a variety of items - filet mignon sandwich, ribs, brisket, pulled pork.  Also got greens and mac & cheese.  All were 'very good'.  Brisket was not *quite* Percy Street nor was the pork.  Ribs were OK, a bit chewy, not nearly up to what Luther con cots at Ribs R Us.  The mac & cheese was good but a bit clumpy.  Filet Mignon was  probably the best of the offerings.  

    Service was OK, the server appeared inexperienced and somewhat lost at times.  

    While we were there, we observed a steady parade of people coming in, picking up giant bags of food, and leaving.

    So, on another day we decided to order the takeout, got the chicken, brisket and ribs.  The chicken ROCKS the house. Very succulent, nice flavor, tender and moist.  Yum.  I have no idea if it's Peruvian, whatever it is, it was highly enjoyable.  Brisket and ribs, again good.

    We would get the chicken again, take out.  Not sure if I would bother sitting down again as the parade of take-outs was distracting.  

    It's BYOB, if you forgot yours and you want to dine in, the Rittenhouse deli exactly 2 doors away sells beer.  For wine the Ardmore State Store is about 1/2 mile away.

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    We were searching for a new dinner place in the Ardmore area and I'm so glad we stumbled onto Barbacoa.

    As newbies to the restaurant, we looked at the menu in complete amazement until a huge platter of food was dropped at the table next to us. After inquiring as to what this pile of deliciousness was, we ordered the "Lancaster"  combo; two 1/2 chickens, a mound of pulled pork or brisket (we settled on the pork), a rack of St. Louis ribs, potato wedges, coleslaw, two additional sides, and six mini loaves of cornbread.  

    HOLY MOLY!! This food was incredible from start to finish. The pulled pork was wonderfully flavorful and the bbq sauce was tangy and delicious. The chicken was moist and had a wonderful smoky flavor. Served with two different sauces, one spicy and one creamy, the chicken is rockstar. The ribs were my least favorite but even though they didn't have a lot of meat on them, the flavor was awesome. The sides: coleslaw was creamy, cornbread was sweet and moist (my favorite side!), mac and cheese was incredible, creamed spinach was great, and potato wedges were the perfect bed for all those flavorful meats.

    The seating area is small which could be rough on a super bus night but we had no problem. The service was great, a sweet girl helped us navigate the menu after our neighbors had sent our mouths watering and kept our waters full. The owner was walking around to the tables making sure all was well and he seemed very personable with the customers.

    We cannot wait to go back for another incredible meal!! Next time, we will definitely bring along a few beers to accompany the amazing bbq food. Keep up the great work Barbacoa!!!

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    I went to this place with high expectations and overall big cravings of a good "Pollo a la Brasa" (Peruvian Rotisserie Chicken). I was not disappointed at all, the flavour of the chicken was excellent and the "aji" (hot sauce) was very good.

    It looked like a family run restaurant, service is very friendly and respectful.

    The prices are fair and the area of Ardmore is a plus because it is secure and nice to walk around.

    Oh!, we ordered some smoked briskets too... the right amount of barbecue sauce and the smokey taste was at point.

    I think I found my  Peruvian chicken place close to home now... I don't have to drive all the way to Patterson, NJ anymore!!.

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    I absolutely loved this place. The BBQ is delicious with huge portions and the staff are very welcoming. They genuinely want you to be satisfied and well taken care of. I love that the most about this place. When I go out to dinner I expect to be treated like a guest rather than a bother. Its a BYOB so this will be out next date night spot.

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    Stumbled upon Barbacoa in Ardmore on Father's Day while trying to find a fab meal for my hubby.  We've been to a Peruvian restaurant in Queens and loved it, so I was super excited to try out the food, in hopes that it would be JUST as good.  It was.

    I ordered "The Lancaster" only because I was having a hard time deciding. There are so many mouth-watering things on the menu to choose from.  I waited for over an hour, because the place was packed.  I believe that it was only their 2nd day open, and they apologized profusely, so I wasn't at all bothered. Also knowing that I was about to eat a delicious meal made it worth the wait.

    My husband was SO surprised to see that I brought home something different than the typical Chinese, Sushi, Pizza and Hoagies that our area has to offer.  The portions were large, the meat was cooked to perfection.  The french fries were absolutely delicious (did not taste greasy at all).  For sides we got the mac and cheese (my 2 year old adored it) and the coleslaw (creamy and had just the right about of crunch.)  Corn bread was also included, and I can honestly say that it was the best I've ever had.  We had leftovers galore.

    I definitely will go back and tell all of my local friends.  Take-out is easy when a little one is involved, but if we have a sitter, the place is adorable and really perfect for a BYOB date night.  Looking forward to trying out some other things from the menu.

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    A great new place to eat in Ardmore and best of all, it's real good barbeque. I'll definately be back and I'll be bringing friends with me.

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    The juicy, smokey rotisserie chicken with the deliciously crispy skin is just as amazing as I remembered from the Upper Darby location.  If left to my own discretion, I would probably probably polish off an entire chicken by myself.  The meat is very tender and just damn succulent.  They have a great family pack of 2 chickens, fries, and coleslaw for under $25.  The cornbread pudding is also a must-try if you like a homestyle, creamy version, which I really do.  We haven't dined in but the takeout is fresh, hot, tasty, and very very reasonably priced.  So glad that it's closer to home now! 4 stars until I get to try the dine-in option.

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    I have been going to this place since it was in Upper Darby.
    The chicken is the best I have ever tasted. The chicken is smokey and moist, skin is nice and crisp.  Our family always get the double family which comes with cole slaw and a bed of fries and there is always left overs even though we are a family of 4. The leftovers are always gobbled up the next day, its even good when it is cold!

    The customer service is very good too, since they moved and hired a lot of servers it is kinda hectic, and they forgot the cole slaw in the order and I called just to let them know.  The owner offered to drive to our house and give the order, I told him it was okay and I just wanted a extra one next time I come in.  

    The atmosphere also seems nice although I have not dined in yet.

    I would recommend this place to anyone in the area, it is one of the hidden gems around!

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    I just ordered take-out for dinner at Barbacoa. I ordered the filet mignon sandwich WITH cheddar cheese. The menu doesn't have a large description of this sandwich other than "Filet Mignon Sandwich with caramelized onions on a Sarcone's Roll". I elected to add sharp cheddar for another dollar. From the rest of the reviews out there it doesn't seem that Barbacoa is a poor choice for dinner, however in my case it was. I ordered the filet mignon to be medium rare to rare and it was more on the burnt side than that. I think that could have been overlooked as I understand how it can be difficult to get the meat just right. The only other problem was everything about the sandwich. The roll was burnt to the point that the entire sandwich tasted as such. This also could have been overlooked except for the fact that there were maybe 3-4 slices of caramelized onion and BARELY ANY cheese. The only flavor I could taste was dry, burned food. The size of the roll is also an issue as when I opened it there was plenty of extra bread surface area that wanted to be covered in any number of the ingredients that were lacking. I even tried to salvage the filet mignon, but it was dry and flavorless, nor could I find something in my own fridge to make it edible. I'm really disappointed in the sandwich as everyone on yelp has good reviews, not to mention the fact that I'm still hungry. Perhaps I should try dine-in and see how that turns out.

    Additionally, I also ordered the creamed spinach and cornbread pudding. The sides were good, the spinach a little too peppery for my taste, but both creamy and spinach-y. The cornbread pudding was great. I would highly recommend it and would also order it again when I go back to re-try this place.

    I gave them a 2 star rating because their sides were good, but my main course was very roughly put together. In the end because of the good reviews I am willing to try Barbacoa again and am hopeful that I can update my review and not sway their ratings - just not on a night when I'm not willing to take the risk at being disappointed.

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    SO glad these folks moved to Ardmore.  They are still getting their feet wet operationally, but food-wise, they hit the ground running.  Peruvian chicken is not just moist, but JUICY !!  Even the breasts are succulent, while the skin is crispy  and exotically spiced.  Brining makes them a little salty, so skip the extra sprinkle.  Ribs are likewise MORE than just moist, and they and the brisket are delicately smoked to tenderness.  I'm looking very much forward to trying the fish and the sides, but my first time through I wanted just the bellwethers.  All these meats passed with flying colors, and the REALLY cool thing is that they are not ripping off the Main Liners with inflated prices.  They are actually less than other local BBQ places (like Tommy Gunn's, Phoebe's or Deke's.)

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    The food was great. We had the Brisket Po'Boy and the Half chicken, side of mac and cheese (order the large, not very big) and spicy wedges. All was really good. We'll be back many times, since we live right around the corner.

    The only problem was the atmosphere. The owners kids were walking around non-stop getting in peoples way. There were 3 servers and 2 people working the counter, not to mention people running food from the kitchen. TOO MANY STAFF. That was the reason there was no communication between them and orders were backed up for an hour or more. We just beat the rush.

    Note to owner: cut the staff down and kick your kids out. The food was awesome, but an hour wait for chicken? c'mon!

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    Our family tried the rotisserie chicken, ribs, pulled pork and pulled chicken egg rolls - everything was fantastic.  The kids loved their sides of Mac and Cheese, and the Cornbread Pudding was also really good.  Cute atmosphere - BYOB too.  Very small - just a few tables, so if you want to dine in, be prepared to wait.  Great prices.

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