Absolutely incredible.  I love using the food network app to find new places. We had the sampler and a burrito.... read moreAbsolutely incredible.  I love using the food network app to find new places. We had the sampler and a burrito.  A+ all the way. If you are deciding between tator salad or Mac and cheese.  Go for the Mac. I preferred the thin sauce and others preferred the thick.

Great job staff. read less

Some great, authentic barbecue!  I was really hungry and wanted to stop in and try this place.  I was not... read moreSome great, authentic barbecue!  I was really hungry and wanted to stop in and try this place.  I was not disappointed.  Ordered a humongous meal and tried several different dishes.  It did not disappoint. read less

Wow! We can in town to see the Backstreet Boys (don't judge ) and we came to Sweet P's because... read moreWow! We can in town to see the Backstreet Boys (don't judge ) and we came to Sweet P's because of the man vs food episode. We were not disappointed.

When you walk in you get in line, it's cafeteria style. When they are out of something you can't preorder for the next batch you have to wait for more and get back in line. I had the pork, cole slaw, greens, and Mac and cheese. The pork had tons of flavor, I tried the non-spicy sauce they had and added the slaw to my pork and it was so good. The Mac and cheese is not on my diet (keto) but it looked too good not to try... definitely worth it, super cheesy. The greens I was interested in trying because it had so much in it... carrots, celery and black eyed peas... definitely good enough to be its own meal . I finished up with the ches pie... super chocolatey and almost has a grit to it from all the sugar, I loved it.

I plan on being my family soon. read less

Honestly everything on the menu here is incredible. I dream about the Mac and cheese and could really use a... read moreHonestly everything on the menu here is incredible. I dream about the Mac and cheese and could really use a slab of their ribs right now. Awesome outdoor  spot too read less

I don't know how I haven't had Sweet P's BBQ since moving to Knoxville a year ago!  You really can't... read moreI don't know how I haven't had Sweet P's BBQ since moving to Knoxville a year ago!  You really can't go wrong with anything here, and each plate is full enough to share!  The BBQ has always been fresh and lovingly prepared, and the sides are flavorful without being overwhelming!  The brisket has been my favorite so far, and the "greens and things" (collard greens) with the potato salad are my go-tos.  As a note, their sauces are not spicy at all.  Except for the "thick" option, which is almost like a smoky ketchup, they are thin/vinegar based sauces.  Fortunately, there are plenty of options for you to spice up your meal in any way or form.  Whenever I am craving BBQ, Sweet P's is where I go! read less

OK people. I travel a lot. This food was so good. I have the brisket chicken pulled pork mac &... read moreOK people. I travel a lot. This food was so good. I have the brisket chicken pulled pork mac & cheese collard greens and llama beans. This place a great parking across the street. So here's what you do you go inside you order your food first. As you move down the line and they are fixing your plate you pay for your food. Then you go find a seat. These guys are the best Intel believe me. The best in town. Go here people eat. read less

Dive is a good word to describe this place but it's the kinda dive you'll actually want to eat at!

It's... read moreDive is a good word to describe this place but it's the kinda dive you'll actually want to eat at!

It's a cafeteria style restaurant with a small bar. When you walk in you give your order directly to the cooks.

Just get the Ribs! read less

Best BBQ in Knoxville. Took my stubborn Memphis friends here. They would never admit it's better than Memphis BBQ but... read moreBest BBQ in Knoxville. Took my stubborn Memphis friends here. They would never admit it's better than Memphis BBQ but I think it's close.

A little expensive but worth it. read less

This is about as good of bbq as you'll get most any place, and I'm speaking as a visitor from... read moreThis is about as good of bbq as you'll get most any place, and I'm speaking as a visitor from Texas, where bbq is everywhere. This is probably a top 5 bbq place joint I've tried. My co-worker and I tried this place yesterday evening, being our last night in Knoxville, before flying out this afternoon. We came here due to the high ratings on Yelp.

It's definitely got a dive-type feel, as the restaurant is sitting by itself off a one-way road, and the food ordering process is cafeteria-style. you order first at the counter and take your food on a tray to your table.

To try everything, my co-worker I was traveling with and I ordered the sampler platter with 2 orders of mac and cheese and green beans. We each ordered a chocolate chess pie and ordered one brisket burrito, just in case the other food wasn't enough. It was...

Mac and cheese - awesome. Ribs - amazing. Pulled pork sandwich - dang good. I used the thick bbq sauce on the pulled pork sandwich...the sauce was so good, I wish they bottled it and offered to sell it. I would've taken a full case home. It had just enough kick and the tangy flavor was perfect to me.

We both had a big lunch, so by the time we got to our pies and the burrito, which was attempted at last...it was a done deal. I took my slice of pie back to the hotel to eat later in the evening. I eventually got to it, and it was good. The burrito we didn't finish. The brisket inside was good, but we ordered it without slaw inside....and they prepared and gave it to us with slaw inside. We didn't make a deal out of it because we were so full anyway by the time we got to it...we each ate only about 5% of it.

Great, casual dining experience. Staff was nice and helpful directing us to the sampler platter to try everything. read less

Ordered the sampler platter here on a Saturday afternoon with my husband.  It came with ribs, pork with corn bread,... read moreOrdered the sampler platter here on a Saturday afternoon with my husband.  It came with ribs, pork with corn bread, a rack of ribs and your choice of three sides.  Truly a feast fit for a king and his queen.  The meat options were all delicious and went very well with their thick bbq sauce.  The mac and cheese side was very cheesy and disappeared fast.  The other sides were good but not nearly as tasty.  They offer $3 mimosas that they were fantastic and very refreshing.  A top choice for BBQ in the downtown Knoxville area. read less

I am always excited to go to this restaurant.  Worth every penny.  Great barbecue and well-made sides.

One word - WOW. It all started with Chandra. She is the best. She greeted us and as we looked... read moreOne word - WOW. It all started with Chandra. She is the best. She greeted us and as we looked a little lost, she took us on a tour of the menu and how to proceed. She is the star of this place. The nachos with pimento cheese queso were epic. But the dry wings were the BEST!!!!! This is a must go to on Knox. read less

I absolutely love this place! The barbecue buttito is to die for!  All the side dishes are wonderful, and the... read moreI absolutely love this place! The barbecue buttito is to die for!  All the side dishes are wonderful, and the thick barbecue sauce is probably the best barbecue sauce I have ever tried. I always get several to take home and savor, but I end up eating it all with a spoon out of the container!  It is seriously that good!  I know we have a lot of barbecue places, but you really must give this one a try! read less

Awesome place!!! The pimento cheese dip is next level! The ribs were awesome too. All of the food was good,... read moreAwesome place!!! The pimento cheese dip is next level! The ribs were awesome too. All of the food was good, but those two items were my favorite. Everyone at the table went wild over the pimento cheese dip, but I didn't share my ribs lol read less

This place is my go-to for wings/bbq downtown Knoxville. It is the perfect balance of approachable and delicious.

This by far is one of the best BBQ places I have eaten at! The ribs were seasoned perfectly and... read moreThis by far is one of the best BBQ places I have eaten at! The ribs were seasoned perfectly and fell off the bone. Everything was cooked fresh and was hot and delicious! The pimento cheese dip was to die for! Everyone was friendly and had great service. The environment was very relaxing. I give this resturant 2 thumbs up and 5 stars and will definitely be back! read less

Okay so are you wanting some good BBQ and soul food? This is the place. The wings are the best... read moreOkay so are you wanting some good BBQ and soul food? This is the place. The wings are the best in town! Order some Mac n cheese along with your meat and you will be in BBQ heaven. I ordered my wings wet and the spice was just enough with a side of ranch. The banana pudding was a simmering to the spice. read less

THE BEST MAC N CHEESE IN THE WORLD. Might sound like hyperbole, but I think it's true! The bbq is... read moreTHE BEST MAC N CHEESE IN THE WORLD. Might sound like hyperbole, but I think it's true! The bbq is awesome as well. And I love the cole slaw. They also keep a great selection of beer, and their rooftop patio is really nice. Parking can be tricky on the weekend though! read less

My fiancé and I are Canadians vacationing here who were seeking the real Southern BBQ we have heard so much... read moreMy fiancé and I are Canadians vacationing here who were seeking the real Southern BBQ we have heard so much about, and were not disappointed. The meat was incredibly flavorful and tender and the sides were perfectly spiced and hearty. Even the sauces were outstanding. We will be going home with full stomachs and good memories. Thank you! read less

Absolutely amazing food. If you're in Knoxville and want to complete your trip with an unforgettable southern BBQ experience...then Sweet... read moreAbsolutely amazing food. If you're in Knoxville and want to complete your trip with an unforgettable southern BBQ experience...then Sweet P's is a must! Flavors were on point, sauces were fantastic (although I didn't use much sauce for my meats since the flavors of the meats were sooo good already to begin with), meats were exceptionally moist and tender...AND to top off the experience, the banana cream pudding was PHENOMENAL!!

Service was great! Everyone is super friendly. Check this place out!!! read less

I'm visiting the college with my daughter and had a chance to sneak away for some "alone" time. Yelp suggested... read moreI'm visiting the college with my daughter and had a chance to sneak away for some "alone" time. Yelp suggested this gem and I flew to it!  I swear 90% of the time you guys get it right and this time was a win!! I haven't had ribs of any kind in 3 years.. but then I saw an order come out before I made my order and instinctively went full speed ahead on the #ditto order. I am full as a tick and happy as I could be read less

Now, I love good ribs... No disappointment here. Loved the rub & tenderness of their ribs. We chose the Sampler... read moreNow, I love good ribs... No disappointment here. Loved the rub & tenderness of their ribs. We chose the Sampler Platter: 3 meats & 3 sides; Pulled pork, ribs, wings (out of brisket). Sides were mac-n-cheese, green beans & banana pudding. Everything... and I mean everything... was awesome. Nice to see fresh green beans! Pulled pork was moist and flavorful. Wings were spicy with garlic... yum.

If we were locals, this would be our "go to" place for bbq. Not a local, well, its just to good to pass up. read less

We did the take out thing, we split the sampler and three sides, it was the best Tennessee BBQ I... read moreWe did the take out thing, we split the sampler and three sides, it was the best Tennessee BBQ I had in a long time. Thanks for the quick service. read less

We had great food! We were on the patio and the chef showed our kids the smoker and how it... read moreWe had great food! We were on the patio and the chef showed our kids the smoker and how it works! Such a great experience! read less