Location: Winter Haven
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Florida, United States Food Guide: 7 Barbecue food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Winter Haven
Find out what Barbecue restaurants to try in Winter Haven. Winter Haven is a city in Polk County, Florida, United States. The population was 33,874 at the 2010 census. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2015 estimates, the city had a population of 37,689, making it the second most populated city in Polk County. It is a principal city of the Lakeland-Winter Haven, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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7. Woodyâs Bar-B-Q
Overall Ratings
3 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By Pappyk
Woody's has some good eats, huge selection of great things. Chicken and ribs are tasty and hot. The burgers are excellent. Servers are excellent. Good place for ribs.
6. Sonny's BBQ
Overall Ratings
4 based on 28 reviews
Sonny's BBQ of Winter Haven. Southern BBQ at its finest. Slow-smoking favorites like pulled pork, ribs, brisket since 1968.
Reviewed By Alicia W
We have been here many times over the years, this place has gone downhill in my opinion. The prices have gone up and the quality of food and customer service has gone down. I'm not sure if they are overly busy and short staffed but every waiter/waitress seems to hate their job. The food is good on most occasions. The salad bar (when stocked) is the best part. I could eat salad from there 3 times a day. When they keep it fresh and stocked, it makes for a great dining experience.
5. Brock's Smoke Hut
Overall Ratings
4 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Terry B
Top 5 Best Ribs in America no doubt. And I've had plenty. Having eaten Bar B Que from Kansas city to South Carolina and many many places in between I can honestly tell you that the ribs at Brock's are in my top 5 nationwide. They are smoked until they literally melt in your mouth! (makes my mouth water thinking about it) They have a smokey flavor that is just perfect! The smoked chicken is fantastic! Juicy and tender and DELICIOUS! The sides are worthy with the exception of the slaw and the potato salad, they are not made there and it shows (shame on any Q joint that doesn't make their own potato salad and slaw, shame shame) The white beans are very good and the cornbread is tasty as well. Go and eat at Brock's (outdoor seating only) or grab some for your next tailgate. You will be pleased that you did.
4. Big Daddy's BBQ
Reviewed By Mollie13
I tried Big Daddy's Barbeque for the first time last night. It was the most delicious and perfectly done "Q" I've ever had. Everything from the ribs, to the chicken, down to those spilling over the sides, jumbo sized pulled pork sandwiches, was simply amazing and the sauces were out of this world good! Whatever you do, don't miss their dessert. The banana pudding made this Southern girl very happy and the sweet potato pie would make the finest pastry chef in the world proud with its perfect texture and its out of this world flavor. Anytime I want barbeque, I will definitely make the drive over to Big Daddy's--it's so worth it
3. Schack's Bar-B-Que
Overall Ratings
4 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By S7754EAfredc
Glad we found this relaxed BBQ place after a long day at Legoland. Value and atmosphere is similar to Sonnyâs but the food was better. The portions on the kids meals were especially generous and our waitress was really nice and attentive to the kids. The ribs, pulled pork, and smoked wings were all good.
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2. Rick's Bar-B-Q
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By Jessica_and_Scott
I have now eaten at most of the Winter Haven BBQ joints and this one was probably the least desirable. Not much flavor at all on the pulled pork, smoke taste, nothing. The sides were bland too.
1. Ovation Bistro & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 398 reviews
#1 smokehouse in Central Florida: At Ovation Bistro & Bar, we are unashamedly passionate about the food and drinks we create. As a family owned and operated business, we are always ready to serve! Our mouthwatering ribs and in-house smoked meats have earn
Reviewed By ricka279
K and I decided to try Ovations, it was our first time and we went on a Wednesday night. Place was packed and it would have been at least a twenty minute wait until a couple got up from the bar and we took their seats. Note to self: make reservations! The bar crowd was exceptionally friendly and we met several new friends. Patrick the bartender was exceptional making sure our drinks were perfect and consulting on menu choices. I chose the Lamb shank with a side of broccoli and wild rice but changes it to garlic mashed potatoes. K had the combo ribs chicken plate with coleslaw and the garlic mashed potatoes like me. She said it was the best coleslaw âshe didnât make herselfâ, and the chicken and ribs were delicious. My dish arrived with the rice instead of the garlic mashed potatoes. Patrick went back and got me a dish of gmpâs. The lamb fell off the bone and the sides were fantastic. Since we live about ten minutes from Ovations I think we found our new âgo toâ restaurant. Make reservations if you want to be sure to get a table but the bar is a great place to enjoy a meal and the ambiance! Donât miss this place!Thanks for coming! Weâre so happy that you found us and that everything was great. We would love to be tour go to place in the area. Visit our website ovationbistro.com to put your name in for a table!-Team Ovation
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