I've had Blind Box BBQ on my list for months so that was our first stop. They describe themselves as "...old school BBQ with a modern twist" and I totally agree. The restaurant atmosphere was perfection - servers wearing fun bow ties, beautiful wood tables, industrial lighting and light music playing in the background. As a marketing nerd I also really appreciated their overall branding, menu layout and style.
I've heard they get really busy so we opted to eat before the rush arriving at 5:00 on Saturday and had no problem getting a table, but when we left at 6:00 every table was full.
I had peeked at the menu beforehand and committed to ordering the Notorious P.I.G. The name alone is great but how could you go wrong with local, smoked sausage topped with pulled pork, mac and cheese and onion straws. Yes, mac and cheese.
The sandwich was HUGE and amazing! The smoked sausage had just the right amount of spice to compliment the pulled pork, mac and cheese and onions. I did add a little sauce and it was honestly amazing with and without it.
I could only eat half of the sandwich but it sure did make a great lunch the next day. I love leftovers.
Jacob ordered the Podium Platter which included brisket, burnt ends and two sides. We went this route mainly so we could try more sides - house slaw and mac and cheese. The brisket and burnt ends were soooo tender and juicy.
The mac and cheese came in a little cast iron skillet and was amazingly cheesy. I would totally buy the house slaw by the pound - it was the best I've had in a long time.
Jacob liked it too. I had to laugh - he put his fork down and said, "so much for leftovers."
I have my eye on their happy hour specials and appetizers. I really regret not getting the BBQ Chips with house ranch. What a silly mistake. Next time those will be mine.
So if you're in Kansas City swing by Blind Box BBQ - you'll love it! Where should we head next?
Blind Box BBQ
13214 W 62nd Terrace
Shawnee, KS 66216
blindboxbbq.com
This is not a sponsored post - I just love trying new places and sharing my experience!
