Rub’ Em Tender started in Lavaca where the famous Slaw Hog and Scream’n Neimann became legendary. Come check us out, we have options ranging from sampler platters to loaded nachos to Chuck’s ribs with his homemade rub as well as family-sized dinners and sides! Also don’t forget that we cater!! Think of us for your next celebration including weddings or business luncheons. We are excited to see some new and familiar faces.
Based on 27 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.9 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery
Address:
5910 Alma Hwy, Van Buren, AR 72956
Phone: (479) 279-0384
Hours
| Friday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–3 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
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Reviews
Carrie Welborn
I would give this a 10 star if possible. I had the half rack of baby back ribs and they were the best I’ve ever had. No joke. Tender, lots of flavor and great sauces to go with them. My husband had the burnt end nacho special, and it was very good. There were lots of burnt ends, and it had very good cheese on it.
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Sarah Williams
This place was great! The owner was so kind and gave my son two free ribs free of charge!! I thought that was so kind! We will definitely be back as much as we can! Everything we had was good!
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Hyunil Shin
Great BBQ. Tasted great, bbq sauce was awesome and after reading other’s reviews. This place is a hidden gem. Must stop to try, I am heading back home to Dallas, TX from Branson, MO and went off course because I wanted to try this place. I was NOT disappointed at all. Service was great and food as well! Will have to stop by again next time I come through.
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angela hill
Better than Memphis BBQ. My favorites are the ribs and the sliced Brisket. You Can cut the meat with a fork. Great customer service. The ladies are Checking on you to make sure that you have everything You need and the owner walks around talking to everyone. I eat here once a week sometimes twice a week.
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Tom Jakobs
Stopped for lunch with two friends. We had the lunch special for just under $9, including a drink. Pulled pork sliders were excellent. Sides (we had fries, slaw, and green beans) were excellent as well.
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Nikita
Prices are reasonable. It’s a chill, country diner kind of place. Food is pretty good. Definitely a little gem in this area. Good bbq is few and far between around here.
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Richard Hillman
I got chicken ribs and brisket. The brisket is out of this world good. Sides were good and they offered me a soda while I waited. Great food people.
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Shelley Wasson
One of best kept smoked meats places to eat! Sides are delicious too! Prices are most reasonable around! Owner is real deal for service and satisfaction!
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yvonne dreessen
Best BBQ
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Lori Johnson
Found by chance….THE.BEST.BBQ! Not from here but I would gladly drive 6 hours to enjoy the food again.
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