Rib Country BBQ (Helen, GA)
| Address: | 11 River St, Helen, GA 30545, USA |
| Phone: | +1 706-878-8008 |
| Site: | ribcountrybbq.com |
| Rating: | 4 |
| Working: | 11AM–4PM 11AM–4PM 11AM–4PM 11AM–4PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–7PM |
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Barry Christian
Excellent location and atmosphere. Very good BBQ. It is right alongside a river and even though it is authentic southern US BBQ, they found a way to make the building fit in with the Alpine theme of Helen while still feeling like you were eating on your grandparents front porch. There is also inside seating, but with the view outside, we chose that even though it was a little bit cold. The only things that kept it from 5 stars is that it is counter service unlike the other Rib Country restaurants I have been to (There are 6, all in the North Georgia/Western North Carolina Mountains) and they dont offer the full menu like the other restaurants. My review really should be more like 3.5 stars if that were possible because the fries were not very warm when we got our food, but that was the only time that has happened to me at one of their restaurants and the pulled pork sandwich was so good I didnt care. You have to look for the place because it is somewhat tucked away behind some other buildings and lower than the bridge that crosses the river right next to it.
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Angel P
Let me preface this review by saying I rarely complain about my food let alone take time to write a review, so this is serious! The food was absolutely horrible and it matched the service! I ordered ribs, fries and baked beans. The ribs were cold, the baked beans were undercooked, hard and bland and the fries were just okay. To top it all off, as if that wasnt bad enough, I put salt on the bulk of my food, just to find out that the salt had bugs in it!! After notifying the cashier, her response was "Do you want more ribs?" No apology or anything! Why in the world would I want another plate of mediocre ribs?! I barely ate a bite of my food! Please save yourself some time and money and choose another restaurant!! When talking to the locals about my experience, they all shared the same response about the poor quality of this place! Just wish I wouldve gotten their opinion prior to wasting my money!
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Richard Cloud
10/23/2016 My wife and I ate at Rib Country BBQ in Helen, Ga. She had the Smoked Wings and I had the ribs. My wife told me that the food smelled funny and had an odd taste. I told her that it was in her head and I took the chicken and I gave her the ribs. The coleslaw taste as though it came out of the freezer and the chicken did have an odd taste. A guy whom we assumed was the manager walked by and asked if we liked the food and with the two of us saying no, he kept walking. My wife had an allergic reaction and began to turn red and itch. I had an upset stomach and I can eat almost anything. We spent the night doped up on Benadryl and Pepto bismol. Never again will we eat at Rotten, I mean Rib Country BBQ.
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Greg Lilly
This is a nice little place if you want to satisfy your craving for good BBQ. Its a little hard to find as its tucked away behind another building. Basically, its just across the river from Pauls Steak House. Just go down bast the "Toilets" building and its right on the river. A very small sign is visible from the road. My wife and I both ordered the 1/2 dinner Baby Back Ribs. While these were definitely not the best Baby Backs Ive ever had (not even close) they were good and the meal definitely hit the spot. Atmosphere is cozy with a deck facing the river and prices were very reasonable.
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Cathy Morris
Everytime I come to Helen,I have to get the rib meal at Rib Country. The meat just falls off the bone and the BBQ sauce they use gives them a wonderful taste. My husband always gets the pulled pork sandwich plate. He loves it. He said that they always put enough meat to make two sandwiches. So, if you get to Helen, Ga.you have got to stop at Rib Country and try some really great BBQ.
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Thomas Newhall
Location is excellent food and portion size not do much. I had the ribs and am still wondering what animal they came from they were TINY! The baked beans and fries were also just ok... Biggest issue was price/portion. The food did have an aggressive charcoal taste, not to my liking. One positive takeaway fountain drinks with refills. Surprisingly not always easy to find in Helen.
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W Daly
The food was overpriced and mediocre. The beer menu listed beers that were unavailable. After trying to order three only to be told they werent available, I ordered a soda only to learn they were out of Coke. The bbq was mediocre, but the sauces were pretty good. The fries were flavorless. Overall, it seems to be a tourist trap.
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Frank Wright
I like to eat and this place did not disappoint. The BBQ was tasty and the live music was good. Staff was courteous. We sat at at table overlooking the river and were able to watch those tubing down the river. A nice breeze kept us comfortable.
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Dominique T
Good food, good location (Its back off of the street so its hard to spot from a car). Indoor and outdoor seating right on the river. There was love music too. Only downside is that the prices are kind of high (posted pics of the menu).
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Austin Smith
Love the location and atmosphere! I am too spoiled on my homemade BBQ - the servings are a bit expensive and portions smaller than used to - but tasty none the less! The atmosphere makes up for it! Definitely recommend at least once!
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Laquana Cardwell
Followed my nose from tubing down the river to this place and was very pleased. Their BBQ baby back ribs were perfect. Nicole and David were very cheerful and showed great customer service. I will definitely be back.
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marvin howard
So much fun to eat here. Food and service is excellent no matter what time of day or time of year. Awesome menu and terrific entertainment !!!!! Love Helen Ga and this place is a contribution to why we do.
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Leon Robinson
Pretty good BBQ right on the river. My wife and I enjoyed this little spot. It wasnt too busy and was tucked away from all the tourist on the main strip. Prices were about average for a BBQ joint
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David Deaderick
Food was Ok, but service was slow and food was not going to win any awards. Best food in Helen, GA is not in Hellen, check out all the outlying places scattered around the area (5 to 10 miles out)
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Seth Wright
Beautiful views of the Chattahoochee River, outside seating, and occasionally live music. The service and food is good, recommend the Cuban and the pulled pork sandwiches.
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Scottie Fulbright
The ribs are delicious!!!! I really enjoyed the baked beans and the fries. Great location on the river and nice atmosphere. Reasonable price for good food.
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Thomas Shuffitt
Good food, good price. A little hard to spot. It is to the left of the bathroom, right on the river. Great option if you do not want/like German dishes.
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mackenzie cain
FALL OFF THE BONE RIBS AND WINGS. Holy cow it is amazing. I seriously cannot stress to you how amazing their food is. Make you want to smack your mama.
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Brianna Widgeon
Food was really good! My husband loves the hot BBQ sauce. I ordered the country cheese fries and they were good the cheese sauce was very different.
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Steve Williams
Great food, good service. Too cold to sit outside so we sat in the back room with a wood fire. Was still a bit cold, but the food warms you up.
