I'm a sucker for good BBQ, and nowhere in Renton is great barbecue. We've got some pretty good barbecue in Sandie's Place and Cedar River smokehouse, and Gabby's in Skyway.
There's a new player on the BBQ scene, Slow Pokes, located near the Great Wall Shopping Center. Technically, they are not "real" in that the meat is slow roasted rather than smoked. Still, the meat is good, and the sandwiches are a very good value. The sandwiches are all served on sub rolls, or maybe Vietnamese Banh Mi rolls? And they are stuffed with meat. The place is part of a gas station building, always a good sign. Choices include the original with it's natural juices, or Texas Style ( with BBQ sauce) or Philadelphia cheese steak style, or Mexican, or Italian. The place has maybe three tables, but for 6.99 you will get a good tasting very large sandwich on a good fresh roll.
18010 E Valley Hwy
Kent, WA 98032
(425) 251-6820
slowpokes1.com
4 comments:
HI - We've just moved to Renton 7 months ago and was looking for a decent B-que place from SoCal. I'm glad to have found your blog!!!
We are trying to figure out Renton, the hotspots here and all around western WA. and soon our college age son will be visiting- we want him to have a great time with us and take him to really good food places.
I was sorry to see Bill's Bodacious BBQ close a couple of months ago. I can't say it was the best BBQ, but now we have one less option in Renton. I'll have to try Slow Pokes soon.
I went on Friday and was very impressed. The guy working was so nice and threw in some extras. Plus the teacher discount!
Had the combo meal (with drink and chips) featuring the "original" pulled pork sandwich on June 1. Thumbs up for this little place!
We might try the barbecue version next time. Thanks for the find, Freddie.
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