Based on 438 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
801 W Kenwood Dr, Louisville, KY 40214
Phone: (502) 705-7662
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Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
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Reviews
Matt Miller
I’m going to start by saying Back Deck BBQ is probably hands down the best I’ve had in a very very long time. Ribs Burnt Ends Pulled Pork Chicken Wings Smoky Beans everything was absolutely amazing. Even the smoked sweet potato fries were excellent (I didn’t try them). The way the owner interacted with us was awesome. You can tell the 2 guys at this place love what they are doing. They make it an entire experience for you. I will definitely make this a go to place when we are in Louisville.
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PJ
Just visited Louisville for the first time. I searched for a good bbq place and luckily, my family and I were fortunate to find Back Deck BBQ. There was a huge storm going on but even with the doors blowing open and the power shutting off for a few, the service and food were still the best I’ve had. The service was superb and we were treated exceptional. The wings were off the chain! Succulent and smoked! Next time I’m in Louisville, KY I’ll definitely make my way back to Back Deck BBQ.
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Reynard
The ribs were very meaty, tender, and seasoned just right. You truly don’t need any sauce, which speaks volumes about being exceptional!!!! The burnt ends were really good as well. I’m originally from Texas, so I know good BBQ. The customer service was also phenomenal! I will definitely make that drive from Cincinnati to partake again.
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Doug O
My rib tips dinner with smokey beans and green beans was excellent. Everything fresh, large portions. Suggestion for the pitmaster: please consider making salt and pepper available, perhaps a shaker or two? Hostess provided an extra plastic utensil pack; however, the pepper packs were nearly empty. They could really add to the experience with an improvement to their dining area. The food is so good I believe it could benefit from an improved decor in the dining area. Looking forward to a return visit.
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Rob Rudd
Amazing food, amazing service. I was traveling through Louisville and needed to hit a local spot and Back Deck was perfect. We met the pitmaster and literally let him order for us – and we were blown away. As a North Carolina guy I love bbq and this was a top 5 place I’ve ever been to.
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Kevin Cole
Don’t know why the owner posted a reply for me to contact them. I sent him 2 e-mails and they did did not respond. I guess they want to look good on the internet. Back Deck BBQ you have POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE!
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Angie Seigle
We made a special trip into Louisville, driving 40 miles one way, to have lunch at Back Deck BBQ — it did not disappoint. The “regular” nacho was huge and Oh so good!!! Crisp salty chips, a slightly spicy cheese sauce but not “fancy”, a thin layer of lettuce, a heaping serving of pulled pork (they offered another meat too) that was literally at least 1/4 an lb., sour cream and some thick, slightly sweet BBQ sauce. I also ordered some of the smoked Mac-n-cheese which was the most wonderful concoction of legit soul food mac-n-cheese with a slightly smoky taste that I am still dreaming about it!
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Miss Tee
Highly Recommend! Fantastic food ( Compliments to the Chef/ Pitmaster.) Jarell was nice and knowledgeable at the register. Clean area inside and out. I just so happened to see the smoke from the grills at Back Deck BBQ after a carwash. Was more than excited when I was told that they serve Beef & Turkey not just pork. Paired my ribs w/ Mac n cheese and Green Beans
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Paige Williams
Visited after I saw a Facebook post that this place had the best wings in Louisville, and now I’m a believer! Hands down the best wings I’ve had in this town, we got the platter with wings and brisket, beans and Mac n cheese. Then added an order of burnt ends. Everything was amazing! The service was friendly and fast. Chan aka Pitt boss was there serving up great food with a smile. We will definitely be back!!
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J.G.
I’ve been a fan of this place since it was operating in a food truck years ago, and thought it was time to leave a review from my recent visit. In all the time from then until today, the product has only improved with an increased amount of tools and resources available to the team at Back Deck BBQ. The burnt ends are easily the best in Louisville, after trying many competitors and the wings are like nothing you have had before – a sticky wing, seasoned with the help of a little brown sugar, smoked perfectly. Needless to say, the brisket has the bark you would be looking for in that cut and you’re overly satisfied with every slice. If you like ribs or pulled pork, you’re in luck. The ribs glisten and remains tender out of the smoker – see a picture on social media and you’ll fall in love before your 1st bite. The pulled pork retains it’s juice and is not salty at all like you might find with some places. With that said, there are options for meat plate combos, a la carte ordering, and sandwiches. Prices are very fair too and portions are on point. We love every side, having tried them all, but we tend to love the Mac and cheese, yams, and green beans the most. Can’t go wrong with any of the other options too. This is the kind of place where you can leave sauce off your plate and enjoy everything you have, or you can go that route if you want. Please, please make Back Deck BBQ one of your go-to option for BBQ if you’re a local and if your a visitor, don’t waste your time trying somewhere else with the limited time you have, if BBQ is important enough to you to make it a priority while you’re here. Especially if you’re on the bourbon trail and want that to fill your meat craving portion of the trip.
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