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By Marlene Montanez
Savory BBQ Spots
It’ s BBQ season! Not feeling like firing up the grill? Take the family out to one of these East Valley BBQ joints.
Porkopolis
From smoked meats to grilled seafood, there’ s a bit of something for everyone at Porkopolis, the Chandler restaurant that calls itself“ The Evolution of BBQ”. Signature dishes include the Porkopolis Meat Platters where you can choose up to four different kinds of meat like brisket, pulled pork, turkey, baby back ribs or chicken. The Blackened Catfish topped with mango salsa and served with Porkopolis dirty rice and vegetables is another fantastic dish to try. 1445 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. 480.899.7675, porkopolisbbqaz. com.
Famous Dave’ s
If you’ re looking for a big selection of BBQ, look no further than Famous Dave’ s. With four locations in the East Valley, there are plenty of places to get your BBQ on. And if you don’ t feel like venturing out, they offer catering options, too. Try their award-winning St. Louis-style ribs which are hand-rubbed then pit-smoked for three to four hours. They’ re then slathered in sauce and flame-kissed on the grill. Other specialties include the Texas Beef Brisket or Georgia Chopped Pork; you’ ll quickly see how Famous Dave’ s has won more than 600 awards. For a location near you, famousdavesbbq. com.
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