BBQ Petes - Kent (WA)

5 /5 Lisa Dominguez: Tasted better than it looks in the pictures. They never disappoint. Absolutely delicious . My mother is 80 and when she wants a beef dip sandwich she always asks for petes cuz the meats so tender its easy for her to chew and the au jus is on point. The staff is quick and efficient and all of them are sweethearts. Very laid back spot. Love that thier barbecue sauce is heated and that there are so many to choose from,if you dont like the first one you try,im sure u will find one you do like along their little row of pumps. Kinda pricey but always worth it.

5 /5 Rachel Weber: Awesome food! Worth the drive from West Seattle. My husband and I got all different sides to share and they were all awesome! Really thick cut fries and the Mac n Cheese was creamy BUT the baked beans were the best! Thick like chili but had a great sweet taste:) Don’t forget to get your complementary ice cream in the way out!!

5 /5 Em V: I usually stop by this place when I’m in the South End — it’s always pretty solid. The spare ribs are my go-to, tasty every time. It’s also a nice touch that they offer complimentary ice cream at the end. Staff has always been friendly and never a long wait to get my order. Definitely recommend!

5 /5 Donna Fong: Had a wonderful experience here. I had the lite chicken dinner with Cole slaw and potato salad. The chicken was moist and just the right amount. It was a small chicken that made it more tender. The ribbons, trophies and articles celebrating Petes mastery of barbecue tell you right away that Pete knowns what he is doing and helps out the local community as well. Free soft serve plus a hand washing station is also super cool. I loved my bbq chicken!

4 /5 Brandon Collins: From the moment I walked in, I didn’t even know where to begin — this place was just fun. The atmosphere had that lively, welcoming energy that instantly puts you in a good mood, and the staff couldn’t have been better. Everyone I interacted with was friendly, upbeat, and genuinely seemed to enjoy being there. The food was almost perfect. Everything I tried was flavorful and well-prepared, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. My only small wish? More brisket options on the menu — because what they do have is delicious, and I definitely would’ve loved to explore more of it. And the little touches matter too: from the free ice cream to the way the staff checks in on you without being overbearing. It all added up to a really great experience. Overall, I’d absolutely come back. This spot gets a big thumbs-up from me.