Monday, 11 October, 2010 6:55
by Pat Gill
I don’t know if you’ve ever been to Country Tavern, located at 823 Brook Hollow Dr. in Shreveport, but if you haven’t you sure are missing out on some legendary BBQ!
Country Tavern has been a favorite of Kilgore residents for more than 70 years, but in 1996 the owners brought their famous ribs and barbecue sauce to Shreveport. Boy, am I glad they did!
That fabulous smoky smell greets you as you step out of your vehicle, before you even get to the door. It’s like the smell of a Saturday afternoon backyard BBQ, only multiplied in intensity. When you walk through the door you’re greeted by smiles and country music. Tables, chairs and booths, all made of wood, fill the many different rooms. There is also an outdoor patio -- a perfect place to dine when the weather is nice.
The menu’s not big, but the portions sure are! A small two-meat platter is all it ever takes to fill me up. Piled high with turkey, sausage, or brisket and accompanied by two sides, sliced dill pickles and several slices of bread, it’s not hard to figure out why. This time, my husband ordered the small two-meat platter with turkey and brisket, mashed potatoes, and BBQ baked beans. The turkey was a bit on the dry side, but once you smother it in their sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, you would never know it. He paired his with a large, frosty beer that he claimed was one of the best draft beers he had ever tasted.
I decided to go with something new and ordered a steak salad. The salad consisted of a normal house salad, boiled eggs, topped with steak and choice of dressing. I chose Spicy Ranch, but it wasn’t really spicy at all. The steak, however, was absolutely incredible! I paired mine with a glass of some of the best sweet tea in town.
Our waitress was fast, accurate and friendly, as are all of the waitresses that have served us there. The only complaint we had was that it is too cold at times. Other than that, Country Tavern is a wonderful place for a relaxing meal, a family dinner, or a night out! Be sure to bring your appetite, though, because you’re gonna need it!
Ladies, put on your cut-off blue jean shorts and fellas, wear your best fittin’ jeans and head on down to the Country Tavern to enjoy some of the best BBQ Shreveport-Bossier City has to offer.
For more information Country Tavern or to see a menu, visit them at www.countrytavern.com.
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