Down-home hangout serving up BBQ staples, hearty sides & craft beer in cheery, no-frills surrounds. Based on 755 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$
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204 NE 1st St, Miami, FL 33132
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Jimi K
The service is great, the sauces are great, the barbecue… not so good.
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Walter van Dusen
We found Sparky’s by a google search for near by restaurants. The atmosphere was very cool and staff very friendly. The bbq was different than what I’m used (St Louis style) to but very good. I had the baby back ribs and brisket with fries and baked beans. The brisket was in a sauce and very tender. The ribs had a nice rub and tender. My wife enjoyed her veggie burger and fries. I ended my experience with the key lime pie. If you are in the mood for good bbq, I suggest Sparky’s.
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Tom K
Casual bbq spot with service above and beyond expectations. Awesome beer selection both on draft and bottle. Server knew everybeer, very impressive. deserts: just get the banana pudding and thank me later. Chicken tenders are fantastic. Biggest suprise was the salad was actually really nice. As far as the bbq goes I would opt for one the the sandwiches. The 3 meats is decent but go the sandwich route.
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Hugo Palomares
This is one of the few gems of downtown Miami. The reason? Great food and a wide selection of beer. The place gets really crowded specially during lunch hours and Fridays, which can make the wait longer, but I definitely a tasty option for meat lovers. And if you bring a vegan friend they have salads too. Everyone wins here 🙂
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Robert Chancer
First – great beer selection – beer 12 on tap and a wide variety of bottled. The brisket cheese steak sandwich with peppers was excellent. I am a collared greens fan and they don’t disappoint. The pecan pie was excellent. It doesn’t hurt that the server was really nice.
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Kathrine FitzGerald
Came here with two friends on a week night with a little over an hour before their closing. The staff was immediately helpful and very very friendly which is always a thumbs up in my book. Our server recommended a craft beer for everyone at the table based on their preference and I can’t remember which I had but I remember loving it!
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Joe HARB
Update review on this reataurant. Due to Covid 19, the restaurant cannot accomodate customers inside, however they now have tables with nice parasols outside for your convenience. Go ahead and support your neighbors and local businesses. We need to keep in mind that all members of staff count on the customers to try and make ends meet. Makig a living for restaurants and hotels employees is so difficult at the time being just like everyone else’s. The staff here are curtious and kind, helpful and welcoming. Let us all be kind and let those who can, assist those who cannot. The food is very tasty and affordable. A meal can cost no more than 15 bucks or so. A big meal. I suggest the brisket or the special of the day. The banana pudding is also a delight. Check new pictures to see the outside seating area.
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John F. Sklavounos
Great tasting BBQ! I had a lunch meeting there and was expecting the typical BBQ joint, but I was very much surprised. The pulled pork was “melt in your mouth” deliciousness. Paired with your craft beer of choice and you just can’t go wrong. ❤
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Jaclyn Renee
Great little place. Was not expecting much when walking over to it in this business district. Pleasantly surprised with some yummy bbq. His dry rub ribs were a bit better than my wet tinier ones, but the brisket was great! We got th blast corn bread and I dont think they have another corn alternative – might be wrong.
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Marina Windevoxhel
We had been at the Pérez Art Museum Miami and were looking for a place close enough but not your usual tourist stop. The reviews were promising and though none of us is a barbecue fan we decided to give it a try. We are glad we did. The place atmosphere feels authentic, the food was great and the service was friendly. We had the Beef Brisket & Pulled Pork and ribs with the dry rub.
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