I had hoped to have good news for BBQ lovers, but regretably, Bryan’s Black Mountain Barbecue was a disappointment. It’s up in beautiful Cave Creek in a nice strip mall, and the restaurant itself is cute, but most of what we ate was only so-so.
One of the best things about the place is that they project old cowboy movies on a screen high up on one wall (the sound is turned off). There are lots of movie posters featuring Tom Mix and other golden oldies. Lots of wood and brick, and a big jackalope skull. But the chairs are uncomfortable.
You go up to the counter to order. The menu is fairly small so it’s easy to decide. We shared a Rib and Meat combo ($12.95 with two sides). The half pound of meat can be pulled pork or chicken or beef brisket. Vegetarian “Pulled” squash is another option. There’s only one kind of ribs. Sandwiches, served with one side ($7.50) are also offered.
The ribs were somewhat dry, chewy and salty. There were three good-size ribs on our combo. The half pound of brisket was quite good, not overcooked, with a pleasantly smokey flavor. Neither of the meats was helped by the sauce, which reminded me of Stubb’s BBQ sauce, thin, tomatoey with lots of vinegar and pepper. Of course, this is a very subjective opinion. Ken loved the Baked Potato Salad with it’s chunks of skin-on baked potatoes, a little dill, and lots of mayo. The “Famous Olive Coleslaw” was downright weird. Very salty olives competing with somewhat vinegary slaw. Two desserts are offered, a homemade Ice Cream Sandwich and a Sarsaparilla ( sic ) Float. Meats, chicken and sides are also sold in bulk.
While I wouldn’t refuse to go back if somebody suggested it, I wouldn’t return on my own. Too bad.
But my favorite thing was the great big wet-naps that are available on the counter!!
Bryan’s Black Mountain Barbecue
6130 E. Cave Creek Road #2
Cave Creek AZ 85331
bryansbbq.com
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