Goldies Texas Style Barbeque
15640 NE Fourth Plain Rd, Vancouver, WA, 98682
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Address :
15640 NE Fourth Plain Rd
Vancouver, WA, 98682 - Phone (360) 253-2836
- Website https://www.goldies-bbq.com
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
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Stan S.
I had the brisket and beef ribs, two meat plate along with a side of corn bread and mac & cheese. I got no sauce on the meats as that's how I believe good BBQ should be. The brisket was delicious, the ribs not so much. The brisket was nice and lean but still very tender and tasty. The ribs were very over cooked, dry and like dried up jerky on the end. Flavor was so so. The mac & cheese was some of the best I've had. Good flavor with chewy cheesey outer crust. The corn bread was awesome as well. Looking forward to trying their wide variety of other items (already decided on the gizzards and peach cobbler for next time). Just don't think I'll do the beef ribs again.
(4)Kristy F.
Quote on the back of their shirts said "Best BBQ in the world." While I don't know enough about BBQ to say if I agree, I do have to admit that it was super busy during the lunch rush. We tried the beef brisket, pulled pork and spare ribs with the BBQ sauce on the side. My husband liked the BBQ sauce a lot. It wasn't syrupy or super sweet. Definitely wasn't strongly tomato flavored either. But I am not sure what base it was. Maybe brown sugar and vinegar? Idk Beer was limited to Backwoods IPA And Amber (in a can), PBR (can) and some typical bottles like Blue Moon, Des chutes black butte porter and a few others (nothing on tap). I am going to try out a few other small/local BBQ places and update my review when I have a better opinion. Overall, seems to be a typical quick BBQ spot, and I wasn't blown away or even impressed, but it was ok.
(3)Travis C.
This place used to be my favorite BBQ in Vancouver when they were in their food cart and then the back of the shell gas station. With great sadness I must report that they have slid far away from the glorious BBQ heaven I loved. Still good BBQ but the portions have gotten smaller and smaller, prices have increased significantly and the quality has drastically dropped. Their new restaurant is great the service is awesome and the fact that they provide free MMA and boxing viewing is stellar; however, I long for the days of the giant delicious BBQ bliss that I used to get in the back of the shell gas station.
(2)Mark F.
I love a good rack of ribs and brisket. But this was not it. It was average in taste. The mac & cheese was quite good, but the serving size for the lunch special was less than I give my 3 year old. $11 for brisket on a plain hamburger bun and tiny side. Not impressed. The woman who took our order was not friendly, but did loosen up by the end of our meal. Over all, average at best.
(3)Karen W.
Best barbecue place we have eaten at so far! We ordered pulled pork, smoked sausage and beef brisket and it was all delicious! We chose baked beans and Mac n cheese as sides. They were very good as well. The Side of deep fried okra was amazing! Yum! We will definitely be back!
(5)Rod S.
This guy started out down the street inside a quickie mart. Now he has a nice restaurant. You know why? Because he smokes those ribs all day long and then smokes 'em some more! The food here is delicious, a bit pricy but the best stuff always costs a little more, now doesn't it?
(4)Alexander H.
This was a new destination as far as food goes for me. I have been to other restaurants like it before, but never have I met such friendly people working a restaurant before going here. The owner came around and greeted everyone in the restaurant at the time, chatting with newcomers and regulars alike. and the Christian atmosphere was very nice. it felt like a safe place to be. the food was delicious, I can't even stress how good it was, I had the BBQ pulled pork sandwich lunch meal. as it was the special that day. And it was delicious, If I could I would have liked to try everything on the menu. I highly recommend this place for a family night out to dinner. Or if you crave something with a little more Texas to it. As far as I know they used to (and maybe still do) frequent the Vancouver farmers market.
(5)David L.
Great atmosphere, the staff is super friendly and provide top notch service. All their meats are slow cooked and smoked over a day. The sauces and food are exceptionally delicious. Even the sides are done perfectly (you gotta try their greens). I've lived in Vancouver for 16 years and it's by far the best BBQ I've had in Washington or Oregon.
(5)Karl N.
I love Goldies. I love Brisket and I first had theirs at a party of a friend. I have been in to the restaurant myself now, and I thoroughly enjoy their beef ribs and the Brisket which are my favorites. I would recommend Goldies to everyone I know.
(5)Leah K.
First time here and WOW! Great food! Super delicious ribs and pulled pork sandwich. Considering that I'm not a pie person I must say that their sweet potato pie made this meal a sweet ending! :)
(5)C b.
I would not go back and regret the time and $ spent!! Terrible hamburgers. Small freezer style patties and ours was dry/overcooked. Even cooked right, it was a pathetic burger. Onions rings and fries taste and look like they picked them up frozen at Safeway. Our fries that came with the burger were literally the broken ones from the bottom of the bag they get their fries from. Fried mac n cheese was also, terrible. Service was forgettable. Time it took to get the food, unforgettable. Store atmosphere is cluttered. 2 stars because we got a pound of brisket for 15 bucks that tasted ok.
(2)Chris B.
GREAT!!! Great food, great service, and great family operated business. This business started from street booths and worked up to a very nice looking restaurant, one bite and you'll know why they have been so successful.
(5)Alicia S.
Went here the other night to get some BBQ to go. As a recent transplant from Texas, I feel well qualified to judge a BBQ place. This place was great! Tasty BBQ sauces of varying heat levels. Really good collared greens! The BBQ beans had cinnamon in them which was different but a nice surprise. We tried the sausage and the brisket. The brisket was nice and lean, not a pile of fat chunks. The best part was getting to peer into the kitchen while I waited and seeing them make things from scratch. Gives legitimacy to a place to know your food isn't from a prepackaged vat from Sysco foods or something.
(5)Elizabeth R.
All i can say is wow! I just moved here from California and have been trying out all different places to eat and by far this is the on the top of my list of great food!! All i can say is try the beef brisket!! My husband and i was tired of burger restaurants and.was searching for new places to try and i found Goldies on Yelp with great reviews and stars! We ordered the pulled pork, sauage, and beef brisket mac and cheese, potato salad and corn bread. The sauce is amazing, the smokey flavor is to die for! The mac and cheese was very creamy and i wish i would of gotten 2 corn bread just for myself! It came to about 40$ but we bought the sauage as a side which was $10 and a soda to drink while we waited for the food to be made and packaged up to go for us. The cashier was SO polite! We told her it was out first time and was really nice to show up what to try and which plates to get the most for our money to try everything! AA+++
(5)Dean S.
Probably the best and most authentic BBQ in town. Everything is great. It's a bit off the beaten path but worth coming to.
(5)Julia C.
We were not impressed. We ordered BBQ ribs and it was cold and smothered in so much BBQ sauce that you couldn't taste the meat. The baked beans were delicious.
(2)Crimson H.
Great BBQ, pulled pork and fried okra. The staff work very hard to make sure you have a good experience. They also smoke turkeys at thanksgiving which we always get in on.
(4)Jennifer P.
We were in search of some good BBQ. Yelp led us to a different place, but it was closed. So we ended up at Goldie's. Everything we ordered--brisket sammich, ribs, cornbread, baked beans, fried okra--was amazing save for one thing: the mac and cheese left something to be desired. I am extra picky when it comes to mac and cheese so I don't hold that against them. Their fried okra was to die for. The best I've ever had anywhere, ever. Hands down.
(5)Lily S.
I live right up the road and I thought I'd try them out about a year ago, the fried okra was BOMB. But I wasn't impressed with their brisket. It was kinda salty, dry and COVERD in sauce. And like we all know that's where bad BBQ goes to hide... I heard neighbors rave about it. Maybe they just had an off day, I was super impressed by there homemade outback smoke shack they have you see smoking away when you come int he parking lot Very friendly and upbeat, lots of stuff to look at on the walls while waiting for your food. When I go there next time I'll order something else though. Very clean!
(3)Toro P.
I have been going to this place since they were operating outside of the Shell station on NE 112th Avenue and NE 49th Street in Vancouver. They have the best barbecue in town. They definitely brought the taste of Texas and Louisiana to the Couve. I highly recommend their beef brisket, chicken breast, and links with any of their sauces. You won't be disappointed. While the food is fantastic, I know that it can be pricey for most people during these difficult times. On average, you can expect to spend somewhere in the neighborhood of $22-30 per person. Also, if you're in a hurry, you should probably call in your order in advance. They're super friendly, but the service matches how they barbecue their meat... slow. Like, sloooooooooooooooow. If price and speed of service aren't deterrents, then definitely check this place out. Oh, and expect to walk out smelling like you stood in the smoker with your order.
(5)Jolene D.
I love Goldie's! I was first introduced to them in 2005 when my work was right next to their stand on 117th ave. I have faithfully followed them to the shell station and now to their own place. This family is an inspiration to me! They had a dream, talent and made it come true. The portions are generous and the brisket is where it's at. However disappointed they no longer serve beef ribs. I have read on some reviews where customers were put off by the strong religious signs. The family doesn't preach at you nor so they push their beliefs onto patrons. They just have pride in what they do. And make the best BBQ in town - hands down! And believe in a God that helped them to accomplish their goals.
(5)Louie F.
I ordered the pulled pork sandwich and chicken flavored rice. Pulled pork was OK but tasted like it was cooked over gas. The sauce was the best part. The rice was edible but not much else...
(2)Lish M.
YUM! Great barbecue, fantastic mac n' cheese, good atmosphere with sports on multiple TVs. Several southern dessert options, the peach cobbler was just ok - way too much cinnamon which lended an off flavor, but excited to try the sweet potatoe pie next. Pulled pork sandwich was very good. Will be coming back!
(4)Chad A.
N side of NE Fourth Plain Rd just E of NE 157th St. Fast Casual type restaurant I'd give them a 3.5, but not quite a 4. I'm convinced they could be a 4, but today's meal had some mishaps that leave them in the 3 zone so as not to mislead anyone. First off I love the cleanliness and modernism of the place. It's hip and inviting and gives one a sense of community with all the local sports decor. One also receives the deliciously appealing wafting aroma of the smoke once one exits his, or her vehicle. That's very welcoming and almost cartoon like where you can picture yourself being drifted in by imaginary smoky hands! (a la Bugs Bunny/Tom & Jerry Cartoons) Blues plays in the background while one either waits for or consumes his, or her food. Plus 1 for cool music! I had their 2 Meat Combo: yelp.com/biz_photos/gold… with Mac n Cheese and Baked Beans. The two meats I chose was Pulled Pork & Pork Ribs both with a mild BBQ Sauce because this was one of the rare times I just wasn't in the mood for any level of spice. The sauce was very good and you can taste both the meat and the smoke through it. Of the two meats I'd say the Pulled Pork was my favorite. I found myself wishing that I got a different second item though as while the PP was truly amazing the Pork Ribs were just ok at best and less flavorful/smoky than the PP. I bet their PP Sandwich is out of this world. The two sides, much like the Pork Ribs left little to be desired. I ended up eating more of the beans. When the beans got low then I simply added a little of the mac n cheese to them to improve them a little bit. After further thought... I wished I had added some sauce simply to kick up the flavor and moisture level on said side. The MnC lacked some of the moisture I was looking for. The beans were just fine. Service was like 50/50. One gal seemed very hurried despite nobody behind me and the other gal was assisting me with food delivery and general welfare was just so sweet and charming. I hope she's there the next time I go as she was so inviting. There is plenty of seating inside this place in the form of regular tables and high top tables. Messy type? Well then you're all good as they have rolls upon rolls of hand towels. There is plenty of parking in this Strip Mall lot.
(3)Jessica W.
This place is awesome by far the best bbq in the nw. We stopped in for lunch and were not really sure what to expect but everything was fantastic the mac&cheese, the pulled pork, bbq beans, slaw all of it was amazing. As my husband said, "I wanna take my clothes off and roll in it!"
(4)Larry J. H.
I brought my wife and stopped here on Valentines night Sat Feb 14th .We ordered from the counter the Sweetheart special which was a St Valentines day special and at only $24.95+tax for two. which included 4-5 rib's, 2 sides each and soft drinks! Also we ordered the sweet potato fries extra as an appetizer which are delicious as well? The food arrived in only a matter of a few minutes. the folks here are friendly and cheerful; One would say down to earth and wholesome would have to be in my description? But most importantly the food is great, I have eaten here now my 4th time now! Having discovered this place with a buddy summer 2014 originally and keep going back? The Ribs are Texas style having been to Texas myself and think that qualifies me to compare? Very good to Excellent? And I might mention they have takeout ! And yes we will return again;
(5)Cory M.
You know it's going to be a good BBQ experience when you can smell smoke as you walk in. The Beef Brisket was outstanding. Could taste the smoke in every bite. Good flavor in the BBQ sauce. Very down-to-earth atmosphere. Definitely would recommend to all and especially all of us in East Vancouver. Only slight draw back is the clear favoritism of the Huskies and the gold and purple decor. Go Cougs.
(4)Steve D.
Good ol Texas BBQ! Brisket, Chicken, Pulled Pork all delicious. The hot sauce has just enough kick for a little meat sweat on the brow.
(4)Stacy S.
Yummm. I've been here quite a few times - never disappointed. .. the pulled pork and the pork ribs are my favorites.
(5)Ashley H.
Goldie's is the BEST BBQ in all the land. My family and I went to a different BBQ place (daddy d's) just to try it because they had a better review than Goldie's. WHAT A MISTAKE. The place was awful. Goldies will always get our business now and forever. Their coleslaw is DELICIOUS. The BBQ sauces are so flavorful. Meats are cooked to perfection. We just went in for a lunch to-go order and while we waited one of the wonderful gentlemen in the kitchen came out and gave our little toddler some mac and cheese! She loved it, we that it was above and beyond. I could not recommend this place more!
(5)Martin F.
Kind of a funky set up.... Regular counter in the front, open kitchen off to the back and side. The place is clean, about a dozen tables. The service is friendly, the selection includes what you would expect at a bar b que place with the addition of fish and shrimp. The bbq is served hot and fresh. The food is tasty and the portions are good. The prices are reasonable. More than most places, this gives you a very local vibe - it's in kind of an industrial setting. Worth stopping in again but probably not worth driving out of my way to get there.
(3)Hippie S.
This place used to be great, but the last few times I've eaten there I have been decreasingly satisfied. The meat is not as good as it used to be, often times dry. It might be the time of day I'm going (evening) but I still expect good food since I'm paying full price. The service is always good and friendly. A family owned an operated joint with owners that definitely enjoy their business.
(3)Jack D.
All the food we tried had great flavors. The ribs, pulled pork sandwich, and been brisket are very tasty. However, I wish that the meat was served hotter. The portions are pretty small, too, for the price. The baked beans and coleslaw are also delicious, but they are served in tiny cups. Also, it Is interesting to note that 90% of the customers were men when we were there.
(4)Jim D.
Gas fired BBQ with grocery store sample sized sides. Any real wood BBQ is better.
(1)Nana U.
Most reviews I've read say this place is slightly better than Daddy D's. We had the St Louis ribs, baked beans, potato salad and also had the collard greens. This place is no match for Daddy D's. I had exactly the same meal that I ate at Daddy D's. The ribs potato salad and baked beans. If Daddy D's didn't exist then this place would be fine but since I ate at Daddy D's first, this place does not compare. The ribs look like they were from the morning. They were overcooked and looked like they were keeping them in a warmer. The potato salad tasted like it came out of a bucket bought at Costco and the collard greens tasted way to bitter. Hands down the food at Daddy's D's is better and fresher. Every one of the items are made from scratch at Daddy D's. Yes you sacrifice the restaurant atmosphere over eating in a gas station but if you're there for the food Daddy D's has better food hands down.
(2)Dathan L.
I love the food these guys care about the product. Tastes just like the south. Delicious!
(5)Brett P.
Goldie's is great! I can't think of a better BBQ place in Vancouver. The portions here are pretty large. I normally pick up a mixed meat plate to go and end up having leftovers for at least 1 meal. Splitting a 2 meat plate (3 if you're starving) should be the right size if you decide to take a date here. ;-) The decor mostly consists of military recruitment posters, Christian praise, and HS football spirit (Heritage). I think that the community friendly vibe adds to the ambience (if this isn't your thing, I suggest avoiding the south like the plague). I read a review where a group was not allowed to sit where they wanted. I have never had this experience. The staff has always been very friendly and told me to sit wherever I wanted. Although the sides and BBQ are great, I will have to dock 1 star. Unfortunately, I have had overdone ribs more than once, the beef brisket is a little fatty (still good though), and they have not made their amazing sweet tea 2 of the 5 times I have gone.
(4)Caitlin M.
My boyfriend and I tried Goldie's for the first time last week and it definitely did not disappoint. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with a side of potato salad and he ordered the brisket sandwich with a side of Mac & cheese. They were ready within 10 minutes of ordering and were both delicious. The prices are very reasonable and the owner even came out and talked to us, nice guy. Go here, you will be glad you did.
(5)Holly K.
I love Portland Perks and how it has introduced me to some new places around town. Goldies BBQ popped up a few weeks ago and you can't go wrong with BBQ. We drove over to Vancouver and found them in a building that reminds you of a strip mall, out on its own. I got the Beef ribs and brisket and my husband got pulled pork and brisket. I have uploaded some photos. My husband asked if he could get his pulled pork with Medium sauce and the brisket with with Mild. The woman taking the order hesitated and then said, she would charge him an extra $1.50 for doing that. Okay, big ole red flag right there. I looked up at the menu and saw if you want BBQ sauce other than the stuff that comes on it, it is going to cost you $1.50. They do not put any extra BBQ sauce out for you. I have never seen a BBQ place not hook you up with their sauce on the table or BBQ sauce station. Okay, be stingy with that BBQ sauce. There was only one person in there besides us when we got there, so we sat at a long table by the door. You get your own drinks and wait for them to bring it to you. It took about ten minutes for it to come out and when they brought it out, they forgot my brisket. I asked him if it was coming and he said I didn't order brisket or she forgot to write it down. I told him I saw it on the slip when she wrote my order. Crisis averted, he went back and got it, but he wasn't convinced when he left me, that I really ordered it. I had heard some serious chopping going on before he came back with it. When he sat it down, it was chopped so fine, I ended up eating it with a spoon. I am not sure you can get that from the photo, but I did take a picture. I didn't like that, I want to fork my brisket, I tried, but it was too much effort with the tiny pieces flying off onto my shirt. My husband said his brisket was super smokey and moist. Mine was dry and NOT smokey at all. His had a dark crust on it, mine didn't. That might have made a difference. The ribs looked good and had some meat to them. Not the meatiest ribs I've ever had, but okay. Reo's ribs have been the best beef ribs I've ever had in a BBQ place, so I compare most ribs to them because they are HUGE and have decent meat on them. The sides here are okay, they come in little plastic containers, so it seems like a smaller side than most places. I had slaw and fries, which were average. My husband had the greens and baked beans. The greens were off the chain people..... This might be why they got a three star. Too bad I didn't get them. However, the baked beans were very very very sugary, awesome if you are a hummingbird, not awesome if you want to enjoy them. They had a cinnamon undertone to them but were kind of a thick gloppy mess. He left them, and I was good with the one bite I took. You have to add $1.00 for each side you put on the combo plate. I had two meats and it was $16.99 before my two sides. Prices are average and so is the flavor. They got very busy with a line of people by the time we left. I wouldn't drive back over there for them, but it was not a bad experience.
(3)Suzy B.
I got the baby backs and they were amazing! The meat just fell off the bone. A couple spots were dry but overall it was still the best ribs I've had in YEARS! Also the small things they do make it a great experience. Can't wait to come back!
(5)Alice B.
We love Goldie's! Food is always great. Portions are more than enough. They have a good variety of things to choose from.
(4)Mike M.
It took us forever to finally get out to Goldies to try them. Glad we did last night. Their restaurant in this little strip mall is small, but that's ok. It's counter service, but the gal behind the counter was patient and helpful after I told her it was our first trip in. Between 3 of us, we had a good sampling of what Goldies has to offer including the sides. The beef brisket, pulled pork and pork ribs were all good! My wife is correct to say that next time we'll get sauce on the side and apply at will. There wasn't much to the "mild" sauce, but the "medium" was nice with just enough kick. The sides are plentiful if you're getting fries, fried okra or onion rings. Just enough if you're getting collared greens or potato salad. Potato salad had a little extra mustard taste (which is how mom made it) so I really liked that....and having never had collared greens before, if Goldies version is the norm, I wouldn't hesitate to have them again....sorta sweet. We each had a beer and our total was $60, so $20/plate. Pretty good since a whole bunch of bbq meat came home for lunch later. Busy crowd on a Friday. That doesn't sound unusual, but for a place that's kinda tucked away, I'm glad to see people are finding them. We will certainly go back!
(4)Ben S.
Goldie's is in my opinion, is the best BBQ you can get in Vancouver. I've eaten here about 4 times, and each visit was enjoyable and delicious. The staff is friendly, and the food is great. There is no need to add more because Goldie's speaks for itself.
(4)Mark S.
We tried the beef brisket with beans and potato salad. Portions were appropriate for the price but...the beef was cut up into pieces 1/2 to 1 inch. That was weird, never seen that before. Am I a child that needs their food cut up? The beef was smothered with sauce all over the top. You couldn't find a dry piece. I should've said on the side. The sauce was ok, but would've liked a dry piece now and then. Put 2+2 together...cut up and smothered in sauce, and it makes me highly suspect. You guessed it....there was significant fat in places, it should've been trimmed. So it was either cut the fat off the little pieces myself or eat it whole. Did I mention the soggy bread underneath it all? There's potential, the underlying cook is basically right, but they ruined it in a few different ways! So if you know what good BBQ is, and even if you don't, this ain't it. Goldies is billed as Texas BBQ, and I'm an expert, from there, been to about a hundred places, all over, and on the lookout for good stuff up here. Unfortunately, this is about as far away from Texan BBQ that I've tasted. (sigh) Here's the rest of the scoop...the mustard potato salad is basically like Reser's in a tub, maybe they added an ingredient to change it, blended down to be ever mushier (oh brother). Next the beans...well, they were navy beans for starters, the correct bean they serve in Texas everywhere is the pinto guys. Tried it anyway and woh! What the heck is that in there. It certainly doesn't go. We agreed it was cinnamon. Interesting...but not in a good way. Saw another post here that claims cinnamon in the mac and cheese. That must be one of their magic ingredients. Ended up leaving some of everything on the plates, especially the beans. Didn't feel too good afterward for a couple hours either, yuck. There's not many BBQ places in this whole metro area, but there's enough to drive a little further and pass on this one. Sorry to have to report it this way. Perhaps other things on the menu are good, there was a lot to consider.
(1)Greg G.
Date of dining 4/20, just finishing now. 3.5 stars. Baby backs were excellent. Brisket was dry and tough sort of a disappointment. I love a good slab of brisket and I am guessing that the only reason that they chop it up here is because it allows them to add in some sauce and increase the moisture content. I may have just gotten the dry end of a brisket and I really like the people that run this place. They have grown quite a bit and it is nice to see that there is something to eat around here that is not the usual fast food or gringo-ized Mexican food. Sauces were very smoky and good, nice range of mild to some pretty decent heat. Mac n cheese was excellent as were the beans and slaw. I am not sure why a place that makes so much good stuff would purchase ready made salads and admit to doing so. If Goldie were to make her own potato salad, I am sure it would be much better than the stuff they trowel out of the box from god knows where. I don't mean to complain but if you can cook the way Goldie and her family and staff can, why not make everything on site?? In spite of that, I would recommend this place, especially if you want to have some really nice quality BBQ (with an emphasis on the baby backs, they are out of this world)!
(3)A E.
This is the worst BBQ ever! If you grew up or have ever had REAL BBQ, this place is not for you. If you like over cooked, dry meat, smothered in BBQ sauce so that someone can call it BBQ, then try it. You still won't like it. When I walked up to order my food from a counter (first problem) the menu looks great. But, it was the biggest mistake ever. I tried the ribs, a side order of hot link sausage with slaw. My friend had the brisket. We also wanted to try their fried Okra. We paid close to $50.00 for the meals and drinks. I would expect if I am paying that much, it would come out on a plate, but it didn't. The meals were in baskets, something you normally get a hot dog in from 7-11. Both meals were COVERED in BBQ sauce with the bread on top. The bread was so soaked you couldn't pick it up it was mush. Ribs - Dry and Tough drowning in sauce Sausage - Burnt covered up with sauce Slaw - ok, not the best Okra - ok, but not a lot of seasoning or flavor Brisket - dry drowning in sauce Sweet Tea - was the best thing we had and that wasn't even that good... We were both were extremely disappointed we left. I am a healthy eater and we left almost all the food there and went somewhere else to eat... VERY disappointed, the sad part is... They probably could have great bbq if they actually learned how to prepare the meat correctly. Not just throw it on a grill cover it is sauce and call it BBQ. We drove a LONG way out of town to try some different BBQ and we are sorry we did.
(1)Melissa W.
Oh yum Goldie's is one of our favorites! The ribs are fabulous, we prefer the beef ribs in our house. The potato salad is amazing, tastes like something grandma would make. My kids love the mac and cheese. My husband loves the baked beans. While we usually order a family meal of ribs, potato salad and baked beans, and add mac and cheese, we have also ordered burgers and they are incredible. The kids had some chicken and french fries served with ranch. The ranch dressing is creamy and yummy. The chicken is typical and the kids love it. The fries are good. The staff is incredible. They are all helpful and kind. It's a family owned restaurant and we've chatted with the owner on occasion, hearing the history of Goldie's. I just really like this place. We had them roast our Christmas Turkey in December and that was the best turkey I've ever had. When it comes to bbq, you really can't beat Goldie's!
(5)Candice S.
These people know what they're doing. I haven't had good ribs since I left the south a year ago. This hit the spot, for sure. Highly recommend the pork ribs with spicy sauce. It's actually spicy ( not NW spicy ). Goldie's will be a new ritual for me when I am in the area.
(5)Donald P.
Was sent here by a co worker from Texas raving about this place. Drove about 30 miles for a huge letdown. Over priced fatty tough meat. Some sides were tiny and the okra was of a poor quality canned variety. There are quality BBQ joints in Portland ,but 4 stars here?!
(1)Tess H.
My husband and I were looking for some delicious bbq today (July 4th) but didn't feel like making the trip to Buster's in Milwaukie. We decided to Yelp some local bbq and stumbled across Goldies 4 star review. Why not we thought... When we strolled into the restaurant, we first noticed the delicious looking menu proudly displayed on the wall, as well as the staff t-shirts that boldly proclaim "The best BBQ in the World." That is a big reputation to live up to, so we eagerly ordered. When we sat down, I immediately knew that the food would not be the best in the world, nor would it even suffice as mediocre. I saw the cooks pour my breaded okra from a store bought brand bag into the deep fryer, rather than immerse them in their own special batter. Then came the crinkle cut fries, again out of a store bought brand bag, into the fryer (might have been Ore-ida). When the food was finally delivered to our table, we sank our teeth into the meat (I had the brisket, my husband had the ribs). Again, mediocre. The bbq sauce was about the best part of the whole meal, as the meat was similar to any that you'd get from a fair stand at some carnival. Nothing special. Also, the cornbread, and I say cornbread loosely, was a mushy mess of bread sloppily served in a cupcake paper. I was going to order a side of macaroni at the beginning of our adventure, but am thoroughly glad I did not as I am sure it would have been Kraft or Velveeta. This place was a huge disappointment; the food as sad as the strip mall the restaurant resides in. I feel cheated out of $33, as well as my hopes and dreams of having a fulfilling 4th of July bbq dinner. My advice? Spend the extra money on gas for a trip to Buster's. They have 3 locations, and the food is out of this world.
(2)Joel M.
The best barbecue in town! Bar none! I've never eaten barbecue anywhere that's better than what is served in Goldie's family-run restaurant. The food is excellent and the service is superb. If you're looking for great food and excellent service, give Goldie's a try! Also, had a sample of the Taco's and Cream Mexican Ice Cream and it is to die for!
(5)Kyle D.
I used to like this place a lot when it was in the gas station. Now that it has moved, its pretty out of the way and the prices have gone up. I like the sloppy bread on top. What happened to the free pound cake slice for dessert?
(3)John E.
I find it entertaining that people refer to barbecue as if it came from the southeastern United States, while others argue that Texas is the rightful home. Then there are the endless battles over pork versus beef, Carolina versus Memphis versus Kansas City style. If you take some time to really look into the roots of barbecue you will find yourself in the Caribbean, digging a large pit and putting a whole goat over a large pot (to catch the juices for a broth) and then covering it with maguey leaves and charcoal and lighting it ablaze to cook for several hours. With that knowledge of the beginnings of barbecue one can thank the heavens for the great States of the Carolina's, Texas, Tennessee and Kansas/Missouri for advancing barbecue technology to it's current and thankfully less goat meat based versions. Tucked into a modern strip mall in eastern Vancouver (America's Vancouver, that is) on the lonely end of Fourth Plain Boulevard lies Goldies. Goldie believes in Texas Style Barbecue, with a rich sweet sauce (available in mild, medium and hot) over long smoked meats such as pork, chicken, beef brisket, beef ribs, sausages (mild and hot) and the pigs gift to humanity, pork ribs. For years Goldies was run out of a large trailer parked hither and yon throughout the area. Now, Goldies isn't going anywhere. It is a small location, yet they have packed in a good amount of chairs without too much of a crowded feeling. You walk in and saunter up to the counter and place your order, then turn and scope out a place to sit. Almost anywhere is good to watch the big screen where sports is king. Portions are very large for the meat, but then the sides portions are pretty small. Call me strange or quirky (not to my face) but I like that. The meat is smoked very deep, the flavors are complex. Between The Wife, The Mother in Law and The Tax Deduction (my Son for you new comers) I got to try pork ribs, pulled pork, beef rib, mild sausage, barbecue beans, cole slaw and mac & cheese. It was all quite excellent, a huge step above a Busters but not quite as good as Russell Street. Prices were very reasonable, drinks are by the can only. Thank you goat eating ancestors of the Caribbean!
(4)Adam S.
Wonderful place for BBQ! My favorite is the brisket. It is moist with a nice smoke ring and plenty of flavor. I'm from Texas, I would know good brisket. I do ask for my sauce on the side otherwise your food will be swimming. Other highlights are the ribs which melt in your mouth and darn near fall off the bone and the Mac and cheese which is done in a southern style with lots of real cheese in it. If you are looking for authentic southern pit meat this place is only one of two that I frequent at all in the Pacific Northwest.
(4)Lauren A.
3 3/4 stars isn't possible, so 4 it is. I had a beef brisket sandwich. Good flavor of brisket and good hot sauce (mildly sweet and semi-hot). On the downside, there wasn't an adequate amount of meat in the sandwich. I had two bites without meat, which was disappointing. The Mac and cheese was tasty, and the beans had a bit of cinnamon flavoring, which was unique, in a good way. Sweet beans. :-) The people around us were enjoying their meals, and that was good to see too.
(4)bill r.
This is NOT Texas bbq. The sweet tea wasn't bad. All the food was horrible. If you like fatty brisket, soylent green type links, very salty deep fried okra, and pitiful greens then you will like what they serve.
(1)Joshua S.
Had dinner here on a Friday night and they were fairly busy. The logistics of how to order and get your food is a bit strange. It looks like they have counter service, but they really don't. Service was a bit strange, but they were really trying. We had pulled pork and it was awesome. BBQ beans were really good, a hint of cinnamon. Cornbread rocked. Mac & Cheese was super as well. My father in law had the mild sausage and it was great too. As with any BBQ restaurant if it's a good one there is great diversity in the clientele. If you want to see the salad bowl of American culture, go eat good BBQ. There are definite mentions of Jesus in the restaurant. If you have issues with that maybe try the Taco Bell around the corner. It's not like they make you get baptized to eat here. Just get your meat and be happy.
(4)Garrett H.
I really like BBQ and have sampled the food at many of the joints in the Portland/Vancouver area. After hearing others talk about Goldie's and reading the reviews here I decided I had better check this place out. Having only tried the brisket, my experience is limited, but still I find it hard to believe that I went to the same place other reviewers have written about. I ordered the brisket dinner. My first surprise was that the brisket was chopped. To me, brisket dinner means sliced but ok, it's their restaurant. Next, the meat was absolutely drowned in sauce. Come on, be proud of your BBQ and let it speak for itself. Put the sauce on the side. Of course when I took a bite I found out why the meat was hidden under sauce. My serving was the driest, grainiest, most bitter, unseasoned brisket I had ever had. I tried bites from different pieces but nothing was edible. I was so disappointed with my experience I just left. I would be curious how their other meats might be but there are too many other good places in the area to risk that much cash there again. (they're expensive too)
(1)Sheryl J.
Yuck! I ordered the BBQ beef sandwich. Each chunk of meat had a chunk of fat. Couldn't eat it. If you're a meat eater and like bbq sauce, this might be good for you. I like lean meat...not here. Also like sides with meat. Sides options: mac & cheese, sweet potato fries (they're gross), beans. God/Jesus signs all over. So, you can get a sermon with your fat or dried out meat.
(1)Jason T.
I knew this was going to be an interesting place when I first walked up to the front door. Plastered all over it was "The reason is Jesus". Praise Jesus, I found his hiding place after 2000+ years. I had their Pulled Pork sandwich, with hot BBQ sauce and onion rings. I will give them credit for having tender onion rings. While I only received 4 onion rings (no gluttony for me!), I was hoping for a wow experience with the sandwich. I'm sad to say that the pork was tender, but was bathed in liquid smoke and not savory. As far as the hot BBQ sauce was considered, it wasn't. So if you have a fear of hot sauces, don't worry its mild. The price was fair, the food was nothing special. Given the lack of BBQ places in this area, it's bound to be an easy spot for people living in this area. For decent BBQ, I would try another place.
(2)Mike H.
After hearing about all the different barbecue places in the Portland/Vancouver area I had tried about Clay's Smokehouse, Daddy D's, Slabtown Rib's, and Leroy's Familiar Vittles. This was the only one I hadn't yet tried. So, what did I think? Well it's not as good as the BBQ that my friend from Texas named Tom Rowe cooked, but then I don't think anything in the Pacific Northwest will be. I ordered the Three Meat Combo Platter. Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, and Baby Back Ribs with a side of fried okra and potato salad. The price was 18.99, 20.55 after tax, but you know what? When it comes to real BBQ in sufficient quantity, that's about average. Like the last guy said, I made about two or three meals out of it. Besides, i'd go to into a food-induced coma if I ate it all at once. Well, now I can honestly say it's as good as Leroy's Familiar Vittles, which was a food cart that closed indefinably in November of 2011. So, it terms of ranking I would say, my favorites are Goldies and Leroy's (the latter closed at mentioned earlier), then Slabtown, followed by Daddy's and Clay's tied for last place. I hope this helps.
(5)Holy-foo' X.
A ding here for pricey-ness. And sales tax. A ding there for sub-par mac and cheese and peach cobbler. A semi, oh-so-petty ding for remoteness of locale. But GD. The technical mastery of this place hardly needs a send up from me. Come try a combo plate. Make sure not to miss out on the pork ribs. I belched mequite and hickory- smoked goodness, a robust piggy, savory goodness for hours afterward---and these are some of the tastiest, most savoriest belches you'll ever have. I flirted with hopping in the sauna, to re-enjoy that meal all over as it permeated from my pores, but I'm quite sure I would have asphyxiated on the piggy bouquet. The human brain is only equipped, afterall, to handle so much awesomeness all at once.... Goldie's, I watched you grow out of a humble little gas station pit 'cue years ago. I couldn't be prouder or more joyous of your success. When you conquer the world, I trust you'll be a kindly despot. I'm not about to immolate myself--not intentionally, anyways!---for your bbq, but I thank you for the experiences. Man, you can still pack in a crowd. Hallelujah!!! There may be better bbq in all of the Couve/SW Washington. I simply have yet to find it.
(5)Arthur T.
Really good place to take a bite. The lines are sometimes a problem and because of the crowd they sometime miss all the things you ordered. Just check the bag. The ribs are top notch and the food taste great.
(4)Jaynie R.
Ugh. A friend recommended this place because we're originally from Texas. The chopped brisket was mostly fat. The links were inedible. The Fried Okra was greasy. And the Greens were sickly. Will never come here again. We were practically ignored while in the restaurant, and not allowed to sit on the side we wanted to. Were reassigned to the other less attractive side - even though others came in after us and sat where we wanted. Not sure if these folks are really from Texas. But what we had today wasn't Texas BBQ
(1)Allen B.
After reading the reviews I must have hit this place on a bad night....twice! The first time the beef ribs were harder than I expected and not really worth the money. The bacon cheeseburger was pretty good. My second trip I ordered the chicken and it was horrible. I got there late but called in my order. The chicken was so dry and hard I was actually angry. What respectable bbq place serves this crap to their customers???? I'll never go back! I ordered the bacon cheeseburger again but this time they forgot the bacon. PASS!
(1)Jacob I.
True pulled pork... tender and not drenched in sauce. Very good prices, especially for the quality and expeditious service (compared to most BBQ joints). I will certainly be returning again in the near future.
(5)Kasi L.
Based on other reviews, I was stoked to try this place. After eating there, I'm not sure what all the hype is about. It's mediocre at best. Brisket wasn't great, cornbread was dry, and the mac and cheese tasted like Velveta. I guess I've been spoiled with great BBQ in the past. I have yet to find anything close in Portland or Vancouver.
(2)Nicole W.
Good choices, hot sauce is good if you like hot. Stopped by for lunch, very friendly staff. Went with the brisket, it was a lot of meat, very tasty, little more fat than i like, but really tasty. Sweet potato fries were pretty good too!
(3)David X.
I've been eating the delicious food from Goldie's for well over ten years, since my dad first discovered the purple trailer parked across from the Orchards Taco Bell. Since then, I've ordered the best BBQ ever, at the purple trailer, then the 76 station, and soon I'll finally visit the new location out by 162nd Ave. By far, my favorite is the two meat combo plate, with both pulled pork and beef brisket with the mixed sauce (combo of both mild and hot), with the beans and the chicken flavored rice as the sides. I'm drooling just thinking about it now. I need me some GOLDIE'S!
(5)Jeff H.
Love this place!! Amazing quality BBQ for a small place in a strip mall. The owners and staff are caring, attentive, and very friendly. The price is fair and the portions are huge! The BBQ here is Ridiculous! Its SOOO good! Best brisket I've ever had, best beans I've ever had, the pulled pork is tender, the ribs fall of the bone. U cant lose if u choose to eat at Goldie's!! My favorite food is BBQ and I've been around the block if u know what I mean, sauce is a crucial component to a good bbq and they definitely have it locked down!! Overall Goldie's gives u quality BBQ, delicious sides, and a positive friendly atmosphere....If your reading this then u should take my advice and go eat there now!!! U wont be disappointed! :-D
(5)Dave C.
I went to Goldie's with a foodie meetup group and I enjoyed the meal as the pulled pork was very tasty. The rest of the group ordered various items and everyone was pretty happy and some swore by the place as they were already regulars. The restaurant though could have been improved in a few areas which would have made me rate the experience higher. The negatives weren't so much with how the food was prepared as I enjoyed it and I think everyone else in our group enjoyed their orders as well. My complaints could be summed up in two area... size of the side item portions and the seating area. If you look at the photos already on this site... #5 shows a side of greens and a side of beans in the upper left corner. Notice how tiny they are? Don't let the size fool you, they will cost you full price! They need to increase the size of their side items because that is just silly. The seating area... as mentioned in a earlier review, this is the only BBQ place I have ever seen that does not have extra sauce on the tables, but expects you to order more on the side (and expects you to pay a premium price as well). But that was rather minor, but if you look at photo #4... Don't know if that area to the side is used during the lunch hours, but it was not used during dinner. Looks nice and clean in the photo, but the day I went they were storing pans and some kind of pie items back there just out of this picture frame. Just gave a cluttered appearance, not to mention made me question the freshness of the pies. I think presentation plays a part in the overall dining experience and that really took away from it as it was an eye sore for the entire meal. Would I eat here again? Absolutely. The main course was delicious and the prices were fair, but I do think the overall dining experience could be improved upon a bit by bigger side portions and more attention to the appearance of the dining area. If I understand correctly the actual restaurant location is fairly new, so these concerns may just be a part of the normal growing pains for any business. Great food, good price, but a fairly neutral dining atmosphere.
(3)Jose R.
Awesome food. Thanks for your support to our military.
(4)Vance B.
I am originally from Texas so I am very critical of BBQ. I liked Goldies overall. I am used to the beef brisket and sausage from Rudys outside San Antonio on I-10. Used to be the best BBQ in Texas as far as I was concerned until they expanded. Anyway, Goldies brisket was chopped up and smothered in BBQ sausce. The sauce was tasty as well as the beef and sausage on their combo. The potato salad was a little watery and the fried okra just a tad under cooked. I still liked it because they didn't have decent BBQ where I just moved from and was doubting that they would have any good BBQ here in the NW and so far away from the mecca's of BBQ...Texas, Tennessee and North Carolina. NOTE: Goldies is no longer at the 11200 NE Plain Address. It is in the Heritage Shopping Plaza further east on NE 4th Plain Rd. The new address is as follows: 15640 NE 4th Plain Road
(4)Jerome C.
Best place to get BBQ in Vancouver. The pulled pork and the brisket were some of the best I've tasted in awhile. The sweet potato pie was great too! The service was quick and friendly, food was hot and delicious. For being so far from the roots of traditional U.S. style BBQ (the roots of BBQ are somewhat irrelevant, being that man has been cooking over open fire, and leaving meat to smoke for hundreds of years), this place does it right. Great flavor, good portion size, and great customer service. With lots of southern hospitality.
(5)Bee N.
I scratched my head a bit wondering why there's a BBQ spot right next to a gas station. Kinda hazardous don't you think? But anyways, I've been itching to write a review on this place for a while now. I thought I had the best BBQ in Los Angeles but noope! Had the pulled pork and brisket. Smothered my face into the pulled pork and oh my goodness.. It's so tender, so smokey, so juicy, meat wasnt dry, spice and sauce was just what my pallets been craving for. That mouth watering, stomach churning, tear drop yanking sensation of the first bite was just a golden moment.. Slap some on white bread with some cole slaw a dash of pepper flakes, gets me weak every time. By far the best BBQ I've ever had. PERIOD! Next time I hop on JetBlue from LGB to PDX Goldies will be my first stop! If not, the NW will see one hell of a cranky califoirnian. I'm starving.. Somebody FedEx me a plate!
(5)Leslie N.
I found the pulled pork sandwich delicious. I think the ribs are very dry, but the atmosphere and staff are most enjoyable. My husband loves the baked beans. I love the fried okra!
(4)Khanh N.
I have been going to this place since it was a little shack on wheels. Their new location makes things even better now! This is the best bbq in Portland/Vancouver folks. Growing up in Houston, Texas I appreciate good bbq. The owner's are friendly, the food prices are fair, and the service is truly southern hospitality.
(5)Justin C.
Growing up with KC BBQ and after 11 years here in the NW now, I never thought I would find a BBQ joint I could appreciate. In fact, after the first year or two, I simply quit looking for it because I knew what to expect. I can officially say I have found my most favorite spot for BBQ in the greater Portland/Vancouver area!! I won't go on and on about specific choices, just experience it for yourself and you'll see why the reviews are all so positive!
(4)Dick R.
We finally got by Goldies on 4th Plain one evening recently. The three of us had a mix of ribs, beef, links and a few sides. The food was good, the sauces good and the sides good. In short it was a "good" meal. The prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. If you have a hankering for good barbecue give it a try!
(5)Kristina L.
Pretty darn good! Overall, pefectly cooked meats! Nice smokey flavor! My favorites were the pulled pork & the beef brisket. The sides were just ok for me, nothing too spectacular. I did enjoy the fried okra. I'd suggest ordering online & skipping the line though, it took forever to order! PS Check out the bathroom - automatic seat covers!
(4)Ronald B.
Really good BBQ. They've been around for a while but I only started eating there since they moved to their new digs. I think the sign inside says the owners are from New Orleans and Houston. That about says it all for me. They know GREAT food in NO and Texans know a thing or two about BBQ, or so I'm told :-) Anyway I always get a combo platter that includes their homemade smoked sausage, brisket and pulled pork. It comes with two sides and the cost is about $19.00. I know that sounds kinda steep, but, I get three meals out of that platter. It's that big. And the quality IS there as well. The service is good and there are several TVs going, usually with some sporting event. All in all its the best place in Vancouver for BBQ without a doubt. We come back regularly.
(5)John L.
Been looking for a good ribs and brisket place in Vancouver for years but had to contend with the chain restaurants "baby back ribs" that came from some factory package. Goldie's is it. It is in the Shell station. The area also has some interesting European delis so it's worth the trip. The food? We got a full rack of ribs ($25) and a 3 meat combo ($15, ribs, brisket, and pulled pork). It was seriously good. Ask for the sauce on the side if you don't know how hot you like it. These aren't the tiny baby backs, but good full sized ribs that falls off the bone while retaining firm meatiness. The brisket and pulled pork were both great - I have to remember to ask them not to chop the brisket since I like it just sliced. It's a bit spendy, but it's worth it. The guys are friendly and chats you up as you wait. There are no seats, so it's takeout only. And since it's inside of a Shell station, feel free to pickup some beers. They mentioned they are saving up for a building of their own, so you will definitely get to reminisce how back in the day, it was in a gas station. Give it a try - you won't regret it.
(5)Jennifer B.
I have followed Goldies from place to place to place. I'm so happy they have finally found a location where they can be a long standing fixture in Vancouver. If you go to any other BBQ joint you are seriously missing out on all this goodness that is GOLDIES! I dream of these ribs!
(5)xx x.
I stopped in but all of the "god" and "Jesus" signs scared me off. I came for food, not a sermon or a horror story.
(1)J.D. M.
Good barbecue. I would have liked it if they had made their own onion rings, the potato salad.was a bit too sweet. I would eat here again. The place is clean and the staff is friendly.
(4)Alex B.
Slow service but worth it. The fried okra can be a bit too salty but it was good otherwise.
(3)Todd P.
Went there last night with a couple friendsfor the first time.Despite the line,which moved fast,the service was great.I had the brisket dinner,with BBQ beans & fries,while my buddies tried the ribs and pulled pork.Everything was very good!The brisket was flavorful,smoky and spicy.I got to sample the ribs & pulled pork,which were both spot on!The ribs were meaty,and the pulled pork melted in my mouth.The only down side was the size of the portions of mac & cheese,BBQ beans,and potato salad.they were all good,but came in a TINY plastic cup.I will be back for sure!
(4)Sonny D.
Went here for the first time yesterday from Portland. This place is hands down the best bbq place in the Portland/Vancouver area! We ordered the ribs, pulled pork and briskets! Oh wow yummy! Everything was juicy and mouth watering. Next time im going to get the sauce mild or on the side. We ordered spicy and man was it spicy but still so good. Will becoming here everytime I want some good bbq! The owners are actually from the south Houston and New Orleans so you know this is true southern cooking. My first time here I have to give it 5 stars! The drive from Portland was worth it!
(5)Luke S.
Simply put.. the BEST BBQ in Vancouver. The service is great, the food is absolutely amazing, and the portions are fantastic. I've never had a single thing to complain about, and look forward to each trip there.
(5)Zack L.
This place is *FANTASTIC* So far I've had their Pulled Pork and Beef Brisket sandwiches. Friends of mine have tried their beef and pork ribs, and my wife has had their gumbo. Their meets are perfectly smoked. They're tender, juicy, the sauce is out of this world. I may be addicted. I've gone every weekend for the past couple months.
(5)stangirl w.
Love their ribs and the customer service is great
(5)Katherine R.
Yummo! Who knew a BLT could be that good? Family enjoyed BBQ Ribs, sausage & brisket with plenty of sauce & fries. A real find.
(5)Theresa S.
I have been going to goldies since I came across the little food cart off of 4th plain. Always delicious and always friendly service. Now that they have a restaurant location there is even more variety. Expect about a 10-15min wait but its totally worth it.
(5)Robb R.
A client and I are from out of town. We wanted BBQ and followed the street signs on a whim. It is a new and clean restaurant. The staff was friendly and helpful. We both ordered the beef brisket sandwich. I had the baked beans. Both were very good. I had the mild sauce, it was spicy and tasty. The seating was a bit casual. Deli style seating in top notch establishment. Give it a try!
(4)Mark B.
I've been to every other BBQ place in Vancouver. Really! This was the absolute best, hands down for the meat. All ribs were great! Fried Okra was a good side, but corn bread were muffins n not worth getting as a side. Sauce not as good as Busters, but you shouldn't put sauce on true smoked BBQ anyway. Seriously the BEST in da Couve.
(5)Randolph M.
Oh man! I have had BBQ in Oakland, Ca. Austin, Tx. South Carolina, and pretty much all the rest of the great BBQ places. Goldies is as good as it gets. Not cheap... get the hot sauce... you'll be in heaven. This is the real deal.
(5)Seth G.
Seriously good, seriously an experience, and seriously a BBQ joint being run out the back of a Shell gas station. Don't let it's casual setting or the Shell station keep you from giving it a try. I bet one day people will be saying, "let's go to Goldies for a bite to eat" and you'll be thinking, "I remember when Goldies was just a little hole in the wall run out of the back side of a gas station". I had the brisket sandwich and asked for a sample of pulled pork. They gave me a nice free taste. Both dishes (and the cole saw) were excellent. I got a choice of mild, medium or hot texas style sauce and was happy with my choice of medium. Quite delicious... I am a fan, you should give it a whirl.
(4)Steve S.
Wow great tasting meals. Always busy. Did I say great tasting meals.
(5)julie b.
I'm convinced BBQ is synonymous with expensive no matter where you go. But Goldie's is by far the best BBQ I've had since moving from Texas as a kid. They do a great mix of Texas style and southern style. The rib meat will fall of the bone. The chicken is super juicy. So far I don't know of anyone else in the area who has fried okra. Yummy cornbread, cobbler, and bbq beans. I'm so glad they have a permanent location and are on their way to serving beer and wine! Oh, and one of the few places in Vancouver open until 10pm.
(5)Yvonne G.
A friend recommended this place while we were visiting them in Vancouver. I've been to this place 3 times and I enjoyed the food. Portion wise is good. They have a large portion for sides too. I am a fan of spicy foods but the spicy is too spicy for me. The mild had just the right heat. The first time I had the brisket it was a tad bit too salty for me. They must have some hits and miss with their sauces I guess. But overall I would recommend.
(4)Sarah R.
Love goldies!!!! BBQ is great and you can tell everything is home made!!
(5)Marie N.
simply fantastic, go here....immediately!
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