Delicious! My family and I came to try this place out based on reviews. We ordered the Sampler and tried... read moreDelicious! My family and I came to try this place out based on reviews. We ordered the Sampler and tried some of everything and it was all really good. We sat outside in their patio area and enjoyed every minute of it. The thick sauce was amazing on everything. read less

Fast & efficient BBQ served cafeteria style.  Walk in, grab a tray, order, they hand you your food and then... read moreFast & efficient BBQ served cafeteria style.  Walk in, grab a tray, order, they hand you your food and then you pay. We got the brisket with mac & slaw and half rack of ribs with greens. The food was delicious, well seasoned and the meat was soft.

I definitely recommend stopping by if you're in town. 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

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

Sweet P's is a fantastic BBQ joint. In a location that is a short walk from the heart of downtown,... read moreSweet P's is a fantastic BBQ joint. In a location that is a short walk from the heart of downtown, this spot never has too long a wait even with its high regard. The pulled pork is some of the best I have ever had, I just would've preferred a larger portion. read less

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

Ate here while passing through to Florida from Michigan. Great easy parking. Not a dive at all, but rather a... read moreAte here while passing through to Florida from Michigan. Great easy parking. Not a dive at all, but rather a nice clean place.

I asked what to get, the pit master asked if I was local or not. I informed him that I was not. He said that if that was the case then I should not miss the ribs. I followed his advice.
The long and short of it is that they were hands down the best ribs that I have ever had. Dry rubbed, fall of the bone good. They honestly didn't need sauce, but the sauce was good too. Great random pick. read less

Fantastic ribs! Loved the mac n cheese! Beer was cold! Wings were phenomenal! Rusty the bartender was a delight!

Get the wings. You will not be disappointed. This is a great staple within the Knox community. Such a great... read moreGet the wings. You will not be disappointed. This is a great staple within the Knox community. Such a great place with the best BBQ. You can't go wrong. read less

Simply the best BBQ downtown. The wings are to die for as is everything else. Cute atmosphere too!

Stopped in on a business trip because the reviews were so good. Guess what, the reviews were 1000% correct. The... read moreStopped in on a business trip because the reviews were so good. Guess what, the reviews were 1000% correct. The food was fantastic. I got a 1/2 rack of ribs and they were excellent, the sides were awesome and a decent beer selection too! I would highly recommend! read less

I wish I knew about this place sooner! I absolutely loved eating here. The menu is simple, the environment is... read moreI wish I knew about this place sooner! I absolutely loved eating here. The menu is simple, the environment is very downtown cool, and the BBQ was flippin fantastic. read less

Top Notch BBQ... great brisket with side of mac n cheese and green beans.  Pricing is fair and staff is... read moreTop Notch BBQ... great brisket with side of mac n cheese and green beans.  Pricing is fair and staff is friendly and entertaining.  If you're in Knoxville it's well worth a stop. Mixes outdoor seating in the back of the restaurant. 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

Everything we ate was delicious - brisket, pulled pork, Mac n cheese, potato salad (like my mom's), slaw, and greens.... read moreEverything we ate was delicious - brisket, pulled pork, Mac n cheese, potato salad (like my mom's), slaw, and greens. All the meat was very tender. Ribs were fall off the bone tender and great flavor. 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

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

A perfect place to get bbq downtown. No frills here--it is what it is and it is so good. You... read moreA perfect place to get bbq downtown. No frills here--it is what it is and it is so good. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The thing that catches my attention is the burrito. I feel this has a lot of bang for your buck. You think they'll just load it up with rice and bean fillers but there is actually quite a bit of meat in there. Give it a try. read less

Best barbecue ever. My husband and I were passing through Knoxville on our road trip from New Jersey to Texas.... read moreBest barbecue ever. My husband and I were passing through Knoxville on our road trip from New Jersey to Texas. Remember having delicious Tennessee barbecue sandwich years ago. There's a reason the parking was limited on Saturday night. Everyone must be coming over to have their fill  of brisket and ribs at Sweet P's. Delicious tender slices of brisket and pull apart ribs. Three different sauces to please the sweet, sour and spicy hot palates. Loved the green beans. Made me feel as if I was eating healthy so I can return to this little place of barbecue heaven. This Texan is happy in Tennessee. Too bad you can't buy it online! read less

11/17/18 - update. I will 5 star the hell out of this place everytime we go in town. Becoming one... read more11/17/18 - update. I will 5 star the hell out of this place everytime we go in town. Becoming one of our Knoxville staples when we are in town.

9/22/18 Went to Sweet Ps again last night and the wife for some Florida Hate Eve rage eating to get a nice foundation for today's tailgating. We have come to the verdict that this place is hands down our favorite BBQ joint in the country. Everything on the menu is fantastic. The lima beans were next level and a great addition to the menu. And those smoked dry rub wings are a flavor party that will touch your tongue and slap ya in the brain. Great stuff, will be back (especially if we win read less

On our way back from Atlanta to Cincinnati, we wanted BBQ for lunch.  I looked up top BBQ In Knoxville... read moreOn our way back from Atlanta to Cincinnati, we wanted BBQ for lunch.  I looked up top BBQ In Knoxville and Sweet P's had brisket!!  My son and I shared chicken and brisket. Great with the thick tomato based sauce.  The Mac and cheese was also very very good.  

Definitely not on the beaten path...but be adventurous and make your way here! read less

Sweet P's is BBQ. Everything here is delicious so bring an empty stomach. Your wallet won't be hit hard because... read moreSweet P's is BBQ. Everything here is delicious so bring an empty stomach. Your wallet won't be hit hard because it's all quite reasonably priced as well. This is definitely worth a visit. read less

We were passing thru Knoxville and Yelp said we had to stop here. Quick detour from Interstate. We had their... read moreWe were passing thru Knoxville and Yelp said we had to stop here. Quick detour from Interstate. We had their brisket and chicken. Chef recommended with both their hot and thin sauce. Did not disappoint. Tried a side of the Chocolate Chess pie, it was to die for. read less

Phenomenal lunch spot! We were passing through Knoxville on our way home and stopped here based on other reviews. We're... read morePhenomenal lunch spot! We were passing through Knoxville on our way home and stopped here based on other reviews. We're huge BBQ fans, and Sweet P's didn't disappoint! I had the pulled chicken sandwich with the Thick BBQ sauce along with green beans (not canned--tasted so good and fresh) and the Greens 'N Things (greens with black eyed peas and carrots--the BEST greens I've ever had--flavorful and not at all salty). Fast, friendly service, clean restrooms, a convenient location, and ample parking right across the street in a pay lot make this a no-brainer. We'll be back every time we're passing through town. read less