The Backyard, New Orleans, LA Report #377

***** Stay tuned for a special BONUS report at the end! ***** I noticed this place a few months ago when we had an excellent Italian dinner at Rizzuto’s, which is right across the street. The smell of BBQ wafting from the joint made me put it on my list. Today, we ended up in…

Moe’s Original Bar B Que, Metairie, LA Report #352

I normally eat healthy Monday through Friday night. That way I don’t balloon up to 300 pounds! But today, my dining partner said it’s a holiday, so we WILL eat bad today. Who am I to argue? We headed out for pizza at Mark Twain’s, but they were closed. Not because it’s a holiday, but…

Dickey’s Barbeque Pit, Gretna, LA Report #259

Yes, I know this is a chain.  Yes, I know the food snobs will say I’m an idiot for eating at a chain.  And yes, I could care less.  If the food is good, I’m there! I never tried this place before.  We were in the mood for BBQ.  I live on the Westbank of…

Shane’s Rib Shack, Marrero, LA Report #6

This is one of the best BBQ joints in the New Orleans metro area.  In fact when I think BBQ this is the first place that comes to mind. Besides sweet and unsweet tea they also have a peach iced tea that’s delicious, but very sweet.  I like to mix it half and half with…