Big Dipper BBQ

Drop by for outstanding chicken and appealing roadside Americana.

I'll briefly note minor caveats that don't necessarily detract from the rating - the parking lot's tight (I opted for the lot at the adjacent ice cream affiliate) and a port-a-potty stands in for the traditional facilities.

Aspiring food bloggers won't just want to take pictures of the barbecued chicken itself; even the billowing smoke is Instagram-worthy. There's an incredible marinade that seems to be the "Cornell style", somewhat like Brooks in Oneonta. It features vinegar, probably black pepper and presumably a bunch of secret ingredients.

Ribs were good, not great, although the size was spectacular. Beating expectations were the sides: killer salt potatoes and surprisingly assertive macaroni salad.

EXCELLENT BBQ with great sides.  Very fresh.  Plus you can go right next door and get some ice cream afterwards.

Amongst the best barbeque I have ever had.  And I have eaten a lot of barbecue.  The marinade on the chicken is spectacular.  So is the sauce on the ribs.