About this place
One thing you can fairly well count on when eating at Buffalo Bob's -- you'll get enough food to leave the restaurant absolutely stuffed, regardless of your appetite. If the plate full of brisket, ribs or other BBQ-ed meats doesn't crowd out the cookies, the mother load of semi-soft curly fries heaped on top of every dish will. And if you don't mind trophy animals peering over your plate, Bob has got one of the more striking environments downtown -- dim and woody, like dad's den was...on TV anyway.
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poetcomic1 (anonymous) says...
I got a bunch of certificates last year for Bob's. Tried four or five different things. TERRIBLE dreary indifferent food, The chicken wings appetizer was inedible rubber.
November 25, 2006 at 10:37 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
christinvandam (anonymous) says...
First BBQ place I went to in Lawrence was Biggs. Buffalo Bob's doesn't compare. My pork was luke warm and some fries frozen. Not worth another try.
November 20, 2006 at 12:41 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
oscarfactor (anonymous) says...
You can do better for BBQ at just about any other establishment.
June 9, 2006 at 4:37 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Multidisciplinary (anonymous) says...
This time we had take out. We now eat there about once a week now that Quick's is closed. We've eaten there since it was built. I know everyone has there own particular style of BBQ that they just HAVE to rave about, and they want to put down anything less. But Bob's has always done a great job of cooked briskets and meats. Ribs turn out delicious everytime. They cook the meats and let you decide how spicey you want to make it, so the whole family can be happy. I really like that. I hate having to go to bland places for the kids and mild palates when I want some hotter sauce. In my opinion the potato salad is the worst in the world, but the longhorn cheese is great, and the fritters and pickles are always a treat. I'm full with just a wheel sandwich so I don't get sides, you'll have to get others opinions on those. My kids have loved the mounted heads since early childhood. And choose from the small but suitable kids menu. The price range listed isn't right, you can eat a few dollars cheaper. Look for coupons too!
June 5, 2006 at 4:58 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
mj_pritchard (Mike Pritchard) says...
Last time I was at Bob's...well was the last time at Bob's. They have quite possible the worst meat cuts. I remember asking for smoked turkey and I got "Louis Rich Sliced meat from the grocery store" instead.
May 8, 2006 at 1:38 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
r_doke (anonymous) says...
these fools cut my brisket WITH the grain.
February 19, 2006 at 12:16 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
JazzEgle (anonymous) says...
It's perfect for a cheap lunch or dinner and large groups. Can't be the Family BBQ dinner for the food for the price. Also, it's pretty quick, and the fries are terrific.
January 11, 2006 at 4:23 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
hllymllr21 (anonymous) says...
I love to eat at the "Smokehouse". It is always very relaxed and the service is always top notch. You get alot for your money and the food is great-because its homemade, even the fries.
August 10, 2005 at 4:35 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Wesley35 (anonymous) says...
For the price, its the best bbq deal in town. good service and fun different dining rooms
July 26, 2005 at 7:38 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
happymob (anonymous) says...
I used to really like Buffalo Bob's, but as more interesting ethnic restaurants have opened up, I find myself eating here less and less. That said, it still serves tasty food and if you are hungry is a very nice value.
June 2, 2005 at 8:21 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Snoop (anonymous) says...
Uh.......NO!
Putting barbecue sauce on cooked meat does not make it barbecue people.
January 20, 2005 at 1:39 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Auscrazy (anonymous) says...
As a graduate student at KU, I'm always looking for a bargain. I've been in Buffalo Bob's a number of times and have never ONCE come away disappointed in anything. I've never been to a restaurant outside a buffet that gave you as much food for your dollar as Buffalo Bob does. I usually order a half rack of the St. Louis style ribs. Along with it came a heaping mountain high full of fries, a sweet roll, and another side. This comes out to about $8.00, a wonderful value given the amount of food. The vibe is most wonderful there, as I am able to relax after a difficult day at the university. I've not once been disappointed with the service at Buffalo Bob's, as the waiters and waitresses are very courteous. Overall, I couldn't think of any other place I would want to take my friends and family if given the opportunity. Buffalo Bob's IS the place in Lawrence.
March 8, 2004 at midnight ( permalink | suggest removal )
kataboom (anonymous) says...
i love Buffalo Bob's...why? well their vibe is certainly the reason why alot of people love the place. the setting is great with the 3 levels & the smokers roost. the servers are cool & friendly & the food isnt bad at all. i had complaints about 3 years ago. i voiced my complaint & within a week it changed! the food is good & hey this isnt a BBQ cook-off at the fair so when you want the hankering for some good BBQ, go to Bob's.
February 27, 2004 at midnight ( permalink | suggest removal )
rednekbuddha (Kelly Powell) says...
I'll eat there if everyone else wants to go, but it is far down on my list.....Contraversey about bob aside(and theres a bunch) I just try to steer away from the place...But it has been in business forever, so they must be doing something right.
September 7, 2003 at midnight ( permalink | suggest removal )
petey (anonymous) says...
I don't know what that guy was talking about... The owner of Buff. Bob's and Mass. St. Deli lives in Lawrence, KS and his name is Bob Schumm. I even used to work at this place. I know of no one that was dissatisfied with the work environment. In fact, it was a great place to work, very laid back and flexible. Rusty (the manager) has been there over 20 years. A good guy, and be sure to say 'hello' to him. Granted, it's not the best BBQ in the world, but it is excellent for the money and service.
So before you go running your mouth about local business Mr/s. "pc", look into who you're talking about.
Eat at Bob's!!!
August 6, 2003 at midnight ( permalink | suggest removal )
rob (Rob Curley) says...
It's not the best BBQ in the world, but it's well worth the money. Especially if you use those coupons that sometimes run the in newspaper. You'll get a ton of food for $5. And it's generally pretty quick if you're in a hurry over lunch.
June 21, 2003 at midnight ( permalink | suggest removal )