Russell Street Bar.B.Que
Old-fashioned barbecue with lots of sauces heats up Northeast.
(971) 285-3132
325 NE Russell St
Portland,
OR
97212
45.54092
-122.662244
Neighborhoods: Eliot, Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods
What People Are Saying About Russell Street Bar.B.Que
The Owner
Russell Street Bar.B.Que
Owner
In the pursuit of tasty barbeque, Russell Street Bar-B-Que found sauces and meats vary greatly from place to place. To honor and celebrate those differences, we offer several sauces representing different American regions. Meats are lean and clean, everything else is made from scratch.
The pork and brisket come from Carlton Farms, a local grower and distributor since 1956. Carlton Farms' meat is fresh and natural. That means no artificial ingredients or coloring, no hormones and no preservatives. The beef ribs are from Strawberry Mountain. The chicken is from Draper Valley Farms. Neither antibiotics nor growth hormones are used in the feed or water. No animal by-products or animal fats are added to the chicken's diets. Our seafood is always wild.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short
This casual spot just off MLK Boulevard is decorated with pig knickknacks and red-and-white vinyl tablecloths. Families and groups pile into booths and deliberate over the five different barbecue sauces to accompany huge plates of smoked meats. In addition to the standard ribs and brisket, fun starters like warm peanuts and hush puppies are available. For a truly Southern dessert, there's the deep-fried chocolate pies.
User Reviews
justsomelady
July 01, 2009
Sometimes I find myself thinking nonstop about this place. The urge to go back can ba all-consuming sometimes. The ONLY bad things I've ever experienced here are the difficulty finding parking and the wait that is required for seating (only because they're so busy). When I go, I must have their Stumptown Iced Coffee with Cinnamon. It's better than words can describe!
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chadillac
June 28, 2009
I used to use citysearch all of the time. This is it. Are they high? Do they no longer pay a tiny bit of attention? I do like Russel Street. This is in no way a bad review of Russel Street, but outdoor dining? Same with Le Pigeon. Even after a few years of being around Le Pigeon is still one the best restaurants in Portland, if not the country, but under a category of Outdoor Dining? You should be embarrassed citysearch.
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simpsonsbart
June 23, 2009
it wasn't good as I expected like what review said...sauce was like bottled grocery stuff from safeway...meat was tender but not enough of smokey flavor, sides were so-so. Even the bbq from trailers can beat this! lots of choices though, but the price was not worth it. .Campbell's was better and unique,Red's was similar to .Podna's,Reo's is definitely regretable, clay's is rude..Buster's? nah... .so far, Red's and Campbell's are the best in my opinion.
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Know Before You Go:
If you are going to dine-in with a large party, make sure to go early since the restaurant doesn't take reservations.
Category:
Barbecue Restaurants, Restaurants, Catering
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Outdoor Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Group Dining
Message from Russell Street Bar.B.Que
- #1 Rated Citysearch Restaurant
- Great Beef Ribs
- Everything Cooked From Scratch
In the pursuit of tasty barbeque, Russell Street Bar-B-Que found sauces and meats vary greatly from place to place. To honor and celebrate those differences, we offer several sauces representing different American regions. Meats are lean and clean, everything else is made from scratch.
The pork and brisket come from Carlton Farms, a local grower and distributor since 1956. Carlton Farms' meat is fresh and natural. That means no artificial ingredients or coloring, no hormones and no preservatives. The beef ribs are from Strawberry Mountain. The chicken is from Draper Valley Farms. Neither antibiotics nor growth hormones are used in the feed or water. No animal by-products or animal fats are added to the chicken's diets. Our seafood is always wild.
