Hillsdale Bank B-B-Q

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  This place is definitely a hidden little gem...don't miss out on this one.  The old bank building makes for a cool atmosphere, complete with a wood burning stove!  The employees were some of the most friendly and helpful I've seen, and the food makes this place quite high on my list of favorite KC BBQ.  I ordered the rib and meat combo with ham, beans, homemade wheat bread and french fries.  As others have mentioned, their regular sauce is great, and it might be my favorite KC BBQ sauce.
  
  Positives:
  -Fantastic food, not served with sauce or seasoning.  YOU decide how much want.
  -Very friendly service
  -Awesome BBQ sauce.  Hot was good, but their regular sauce is the winner.
  -Homemade bread!
  
  Negatives:
  -Might be a bit of a drive for some, especially those in the North KC area.
  -Only a seasonal place, you're out of luck if you want some BBQ in the winter.
  
  A great KC BBQ place - and definitely worth the trip if you have to drive a bit to get here.  I'll definitely be back, the flatbread pizzas are calling my name...

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  Posted on 10.29.12 Joel C.

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  Their t-shirts say "Destination BBQ". Yes, it is a drive out of the Metro but definitely worth it.  
  
  Once you walk in you are immediately welcomed. The wait staff was super attentive but not in your face.  I split the combination plate with beef, pork, 2 ribs, baked beans and slaw with a choice of bread. Get either the white or wheat roll which are homemade. We had the wheat.
  
  Shockingly, knowing my affection for all things hot and spicy, I really liked the regular sauce better. The hot was fine but lacked the extra sweetness punch the regular had.  I really appreciate having meats served unsauced.  I did add some of the sauce to my beef and pork.  But it was the amount I wanted so I could still taste the meat.  The ribs were tender and well smoked.
  
  The baked beans rivaled my father's and he makes damn good sweet baked beans. I could have had another helping. The slaw was good and tasted homemade rather than out of a carton.  
  
  After 5pm, they serve pizza.  It must be good because a table of people came in just for the pizza without knowing it isn't served until after 5pm.  They ended up ordering something else but raved about the pizza.
  
  All in all, Hillsdale BBQ is good BBQ and maybe pizza too? A huge plus is they are open on Sundays and most Metro BBQ places aren't.

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  Posted on 08.21.12 Amanda S.

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  Mouthwatering BBQ, exactly what you would dream of if you dreamed of BBQ.
  The atmosphere is pretty relaxed, built inside an old bank brick building with an old caboose attached for extra seating. It is a fun place to bring the family or a casual date.
  I ordered the burnt ends, and other guests ordered pizza, and pulled pork so we each had a taste of their menu. It was all fabulous!
  The Burnt Ends had the perfect caramelization and smoked flavor, not too burned and perfectly season-less! I say season-less, because like me, this establishment believes that real good meat, shouldn't need to be overly seasoned. The sauce was optional, and was sweet, tangy, and full of the most well balanced spice and flavor I have ever tasted.
  
  After dinner, we enjoyed a little walk outside in their cute garden.
  
  I highly encourage anyone looking for good BBQ and great service to stop at the Hillsdale bank and check it out!

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  Posted on 09.14.10 Anne-Mari S.

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  Sometimes you are blessed with an absolutely perfect day. It started off with taking a country drive buying produce and wine from small local farms and wineries and ended up with a great dinner at Hillsdale Bank BBQ. A lovely drive and right off Hwy 169 in one of my favorite counties we easily found our destination on Frisco Street. We were offered indoor or outdoor seating and decided since it was such a perfect day we'd sit outside. Our table, was right by a fountain overlooking a whimsical garden. We ordered some drinks and had a tough time making up our minds what to order. I had heard through a friend about this place only being open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and that the owner stoke the fire for smoking their meats throughout the night. That had me sold right there. I ordered a combination plate and got burnt ends and ribs. It came with a choice of sides and I ordered potato salad, cole slaw and fries. Everything was homemade. As if the gigantic servings weren't enough they through in 2 slices of bread and a dill spear too. The meat was fall off the bone, fork tender delicious. The owners were as nice as could be and it made for a fabulous end for an all ready wonderful day. The prices were very reasonable, and we thought it was so good, that we went back the following night to try their wood fired pizza which was great. Do yourself a favor, take a drive south from the city and check them out. I guarantee you won't be disappointed!

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  Posted on 07.26.09 Nancy Y.

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