This a very good restaurant. The BBQ'd pork is tasty. The sauces are all worth trying. Very friendly atmosphere. We... read moreThis a very good restaurant. The BBQ'd pork is tasty. The sauces are all worth trying. Very friendly atmosphere. We will be leaving before the Stanley Cup Finals start tonight. Go Predators. read less

It was all excellent! We had the sampler platter which is a lot of food. The mac and cheese side... read moreIt was all excellent! We had the sampler platter which is a lot of food. The mac and cheese side was absolutely delicious. The slaw is slightly dressed and not overly mayonaised. The collard greens were perfectly seasoned as well. The ribs were dry rubbed to perfection as was the brisket. My husband loved the banana pudding side. He can't stop raving about it. This place is in a beautiful part of Knoxville. The area has an arty vibe, is in a clean, and safe area . Take a stroll on the Main Street after lunch to help you digest. We parked about 500 ft away on the parking bridge. But there is a cheap paid parking lot right across from the restaurant too. Worth the detour off of I-40 for lunch. Only 1.8 miles off the highway. read less

I have always loved this place, but decided my last visit warranted a new review.  While I didn't see me... read moreI have always loved this place, but decided my last visit warranted a new review.  While I didn't see me go to side the green beans (which would normally be enough for me to boycott a place or at least issue a public thrashing), the replacement seems to be Lima Beans made I the Characteristic seasoned and mixed ingredient style that makes Sweet P's sides the best.  

As a bonus, they made brisket chili which I also had as a side.  They decided to add the chili today because of the cold weather. Now that's looking after your customers.  

I can't wrap this up without saying the bbq was excellent as always.  FYI.  Best brisket in town. read less

This place is a good as advertised. The ribs were fantastic, and the mac and cheese was a game changer.

I am impressed with the Barnes burner, a combo of brisket, goat pepper cheese, pickled onions, and jalapeños, with a... read moreI am impressed with the Barnes burner, a combo of brisket, goat pepper cheese, pickled onions, and jalapeños, with a side of scrumptious greens mixed carrots and celery, black eyed peas and bacon. Kelli, who works the bar, where I ate, was great also. When you have someone who loves their job and are supper nice and knowledgeable, well, that is a great bonus. When I travel back to Knoxville I will be stopping by again. read less

Beware: This food is delicious. As soon as you're done eating absolutely anything from their menu, you need to keep... read moreBeware: This food is delicious. As soon as you're done eating absolutely anything from their menu, you need to keep moving. It's very easy to wanna just curl up in a ball and go to sleep after you patron this place. 🙂 In all seriousness, this is THE bbq joint downtown- the staff are always friendly, give generous portions and make you feel at home. I would say, it would be a little easier on my wallet if buying lunch with a drink wasn't 12-14$.. however, this is a small business that serves quality food- so the dude abides! read less

Amazing BBQ.  Had bbq chicken with Mac n cheese and greens.  Plenty of meat and my son also has banana... read moreAmazing BBQ.  Had bbq chicken with Mac n cheese and greens.  Plenty of meat and my son also has banana pudding.  

Must go spot if you are in Knoxville read less

Phenomenal BBQ for a great price, delicious banana pudding, and they have Mello Yello!

Everything was so delicious I ate until I just couldn't anymore! They staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I can't... read moreEverything was so delicious I ate until I just couldn't anymore! They staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I can't wait to go back! read less

We stopped here in the middle of a road trip from SC to Ohio, and it worth the detour. I... read moreWe stopped here in the middle of a road trip from SC to Ohio, and it worth the detour. I had the smoked meatloaf with mac & cheese, and was blown away. Also had raw fries and pimento cheese, the salt rub they put on the chips was better than any chips I've had in a long time. Will definitely be back next time I'm in Knoxville! read less

Great BBQ!  We walked in and ordered at the counter right away. Our food was handed to us and we... read moreGreat BBQ!  We walked in and ordered at the counter right away. Our food was handed to us and we paid. Next we took a seat on the outdoor patio to enjoy the awesome atmosphere. The food was even better than it looked!  My husband had the dry rub ribs and they are now his favorite!  I had the pork BBQ and it's ruined all other subpar BBQ for me now. I'm spoiled!  The slaw and green beans were very good, but the Mac-N-cheese almost deserves its own review, it's just that good!!!!!  Service was fast and super friendly! read less

Our very favorite BBQ in Knoxville!  They've got it going on.
Delish trio plater w/ potatoe salad & slaw.
Long wait lines... read moreOur very favorite BBQ in Knoxville!  They've got it going on.
Delish trio plater w/ potatoe salad & slaw.
Long wait lines tell it all... read less

This is the best barbecue in Knoxville. Me and my wife got the sample platter, so I got to try... read moreThis is the best barbecue in Knoxville. Me and my wife got the sample platter, so I got to try everything, and nothing disappointed. The drawback to Sweet Ps is that (especially if you go on a weekend) it will be crowded. read less

So glad we stopped to eat here.  Some of the best bbq I've ever had.  The brisket melted in my... read moreSo glad we stopped to eat here.  Some of the best bbq I've ever had.  The brisket melted in my mouth it was perfectly seasoned and smoked.  The pulled pork was flavorful and juicy.  The ribs are the 2nd best ribs I've ever had.  Also had the Mac n cheese which was fantastic.  Yes I was a fatty that day, totally worth. 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

3 words: Mac and Cheese

I love this place. My only complaint would be that on busy shifts, they often run... read more3 words: Mac and Cheese

I love this place. My only complaint would be that on busy shifts, they often run out of my favorite sides, but really, that's an easy fix, and I'm glad they're selling that much because downtown needs a solid BBQ joint like this to stay. read less

1 word: Brisket! You can thank me later. It willMelt in your mouth and fill you up. The sauces are... read more1 word: Brisket! You can thank me later. It willMelt in your mouth and fill you up. The sauces are to die for but the barbecue is the best I've had. Steer clear from the the standards and try some of their daily specials too! read less

After leaving another restaurant downtown because of the service we decided to drive to sweet p's and I'm not a... read moreAfter leaving another restaurant downtown because of the service we decided to drive to sweet p's and I'm not a barbecue person but I was so hungry I was like whatever, let's do this. Well, to my surprise this joint is a hit!!! The smell that hits you once you walk in makes you jump in joy! You walk in place your order,they give you your food cafeteria style and then you pay and choose your seat. I had the half rack of ribs and Mac and cheese and tater salad (southern way of saying potato salad) it was amazingly good. Rib meat was so tender and you get to add your own sauce at the table. For dessert I had banana pudding. read less

Great Place! I stopped here from a trip across the US and the food was excellent! I ordered the BBQ... read moreGreat Place! I stopped here from a trip across the US and the food was excellent! I ordered the BBQ burrito with a side of mac and cheese. The flavor hit the spot and I was happy. I would recommend this place to anyone local or passing through. read less

Lots of "verys" for this place.  
Very trendy,
Very friendly,
Very good smoked turkey,
Very expensive for a bbq lunch spot,
Very, very... read moreLots of "verys" for this place.  
Very trendy,
Very friendly,
Very good smoked turkey,
Very expensive for a bbq lunch spot,
Very, very good brisket!
Very disappointed they don't sell their homemade rub for home consumption.  I'd have bought pounds of it. read less

I will admit, the price is somewhat high, but this food really takes you to a backyard barbecue. One of... read moreI will admit, the price is somewhat high, but this food really takes you to a backyard barbecue. One of the best brisket plates that I have ever had. It is at a very cool location as well. read less

I've never had a bad meal here! My favorite is the beef brisket with double mac and cheese. Yum! Delicious... read moreI've never had a bad meal here! My favorite is the beef brisket with double mac and cheese. Yum! Delicious sweet tea, a must for me. In cooler weather I like sitting on their patio. Part of the patio has a cool view. I've never tried any of their desserts, but I'm sure they're fantastic as well. read less

It was awesome. The experience was laid havk and casual, but the food was top notch. The Cafeteria style allows... read moreIt was awesome. The experience was laid havk and casual, but the food was top notch. The Cafeteria style allows you to watch them cook and make your food ready and is order specific. It's just really good southern, comfort food. Solid food & reasonable prices. Definitely a top recommend in the Knoxville area!!!! read less

Amazing ribs. The meat was literally falling off the bone as soon as I picked it up. These guys truly... read moreAmazing ribs. The meat was literally falling off the bone as soon as I picked it up. These guys truly know their BBQ! Really good mac and cheese as well. And the sauces they had were very good; try mixing the thick sauce with the hot sauce! read less