Rich’s BBQ

I first tried Richard’s BBQ about 4 years ago after some boozy nights at 4100 and instantly became hooked! He always remembers me, I feel like we are chums now.
His custom portable smoker is very impressive. He makes his own bbq, which is thin, tomato-​based with the perfect acidic, sweet and spicy balance. It’s so good, you’ll be wanting bread just to soak it all up.
I moved away from the neighborhood but I still come back for more BBQ. If I am driving by on a Friday/​Saturday night I always look for the smoke!
At the very least, I will pick up a hot link ($ 5) and a rack of ribs ($ 10). I’d be happy with just a hot link but bringing ribs home to my guy is a requirement.
It’s THE best late night food available.
I know BBQ is very subjective to personal taste so FYI, Richard’s BBQ is Kentucky-​style.
Louisville, KY-​style to be exact!
It’s just Richard handling the food and cash flow, be prepared to wait for a while. I don’t hang out at the bar anymore, I usually just pick up my food and take it home to enjoy. I don’t mind if there is a long wait-It’s actually very entertaining to see people stumble out of the bar and follow their noses to the BBQ!
You can find him there Fri-​Sat from about 9pm-​2am.
Cash only.
And he appreciates tips.
:o)
cheers!

I admit I am a food snob… so to preface this review with that comment and still give it 5 stars is a bit of a miracle. Everybody loves the links but the hidden gem is his chicken breast. I ordered the ribs and links but as I was standing there, Rich game me a taste. Being skeptical of a bbq salesman, I went in doubtful but realized he has me hook line and sinker with that bait. If you’re in the neighborhood like I was after a Clipper’s game, go the extra few miles and grab some BBQ! Only downside is he doesn’t serve any sides or white bread. Just hot dog buns.

Really good hot links that have a great snap from quality casing. The ribs were really nice too, good amount of smoke and very tender without it being over cooked. Would definitely come back. His sauce is on the sweeter side and not much vinegar kick, but suits the smokey ribs and hot links really well. Real nice guy and looks out for his customers.

I was skeptical when rich told me Louisville style BBQ but his food was bomb. Hot link had snap and his BBQ sauce was perfectly balanced, coal/​wood mix was on point. Get it with the spicy mustard for sure

Really good hot link, price was right too. Louisville style bbq was like most thing out of Louisville, the shit.

BBQ ribs in front of 4100 bar. Late night. Rich is the nicest guy ever and will load you up after a long night drinking.