Located in Pensacola, FL, Hot Spot BBQ is a casual barbecue restaurant that offers ample portions of smoked meats in casual digs. With delivery and takeout available, as well as indoor and outdoor seating, the restaurant is perfect for dine-in ortake-out. With multiple television channels to watch while you dine, as well as a wheelchair accessible area and bar with beverages including wine and beer, Hot Spot Barbecue is perfect for anyone looking for an easygoing barbecue experience.
We had a great time at HotSpot! Our server Payton was super friendly and helpful. I did the two meat while my partner did the three meat plate. The BBQ sauce they make is really good. The night we came in they were playing a trivia game on the TV which was fun. Would definitely stop by again!
Jose S — Google review
My first time here. I ordered a brisket sandwich which came with one side. I chose macaroni and cheese with ham. The woman at the counter was friendly and the food was ready in no time at all. The sandwich was delicious and so was the macaroni, they put the sauce on the side which was very tasty as well. For $18.99 I did expect the sandwich to be bigger and to have more meat.The bun was a regular hamburger bun and there was enough meat for this size of bun. The brisket was delicious with a slight smoked flavor and melt in your mouth tender. I also thought the BBQ sauce on the side was delicious it had a slight tang to it which is how I like it. The macaroni and cheese had very little ham in it but it was still yummy. Everything was wonderful except for the size of the sandwich .I really expected more for that price.
Merry M — Google review
Our first time here, and it was absolutely amazing!!! Beyond expectations. Hands down, best BBQ we've had in forever. The meat was tender and full of delicious flavor. The sides were spot on. Destiny, our server, was incredibly friendly and helpful... as were all the staff. A hundred percent we will be back!
Rebekah B — Google review
Excellent food, great service. I would highly recommend a visit if you like BBQ and are anywhere near by. I raised cattle and BBQ'd most of my life. For this reason I rarely eat at BBQ restaurant unless someone recommends it. Too many times you get let down, not here. Hot Spot loves up to the hype. Plates are generous. There is plenty of parking which is a great thing in Pensacola. I really enjoyed the brisket, however the chicken and ribs were also delicious. It would be hard to make a choice. I was able to get the staff to take the pictures. I ate half my plate before remembering to take a picture.
Ron L — Google review
By far the best bbq in Pensacola!! Everything we’ve ever ordered has been delicious! Reed was our server last time, and he was AWESOME! Very friendly, polite, and attentive! Honestly, everyone here is very kind!! We tell everyone we know to stop here when they are in town!Pro tip: Save room for the homemade Key Lime Pie!!
Tiffany K — Google review
1-3-22 - first time here - ordered takeout. Neat clean place. Friendly staff. I pass but every morning about 5am and see the guy starting the smoker so today I had to see what it’s all about. Great ribs and sauce is a mildly vinegar tart taste which is a good change from the others guys.
Jericho C — Google review
Had a really great experience here. Stopped by on our way to Orlando. Food was great along with the atmosphere. Wife and I got the two meat plate and it was more then enough. Audie was our server and she took very good care of us. Plan on stopping by on our way home! Highly recommend.
Brandon M — Google review
Stopped in for lunch, the parking lot was full so I thought there would be a wait, but the building is much bigger on the inside then it looks.BF had the 3 meat combo with ribs that were falling off the bone and seasoned very well, moist smoked chicken breast, shredded pork, back beans, and potato salad (this lost a star for me, sweet pickles shouldn’t be a thing). I had a BBQ bowl with smoked chicken breast, backed beans and macaroni & cheese. I had my beans on the side, them mixed in didn’t sound right to me. The service was great, it could have been cleaner, but that could be that it’s an old building. We will definitely be back!AND YOU GET A FREE COOKIE YOUR FIRST VISIT!!!!
Eleashya B — Google review
Barbecue should not need a sauce to give it moisture!Perhaps it's my fault since I own my own smoker and know quite well how to smoke a brisket, Boston Butt and chicken. The plates we had were full of cold, dry meats.I ordered the brisket. I'm used to it coming to me hot (or at least warm) and moist. This had sat in a dry hotel pan for a while before it was served up. I won't bother with what was wrong with the burnt ends! The same can be said for the pulled pork. Cold and dry.I might be able to forgive the owners for all this if it were a late night meal, but this was 5 pm on a Tuesday, and the place had enough customers to warrant the smoker working while we were there to ensure that the food was hot and properly rested before being served. Sonny's BBQ would have been better, and trust me, they're not the benchmark!The only high not was the service.
Mac M — Google review
Omg! Don’t let the outside fool you! Super cute inside, service (Allie) was amazing and hands down the best BBQ in Pensacola! They gave free samples to try the sides and of Paul’s Lemon Cream pie, which I would never ordinarily order but it was incredible! Like a decadent cheesecake! Will be coming back for sure! Side note: The pulled pork was our fave!
Kat P — Google review
Best Bar B Q!!! You have to get some burnt ends brisket & the salad as a side is so crispy fresh!!! Tender smoked Chicken and Mac n cheese will not disappoint!!! I can’t even imagine what the ribs would be like!! Off the charts… this place is a must stop when we come here for business!! Highly recommended !!!
Andrea M — Google review
Food came out super fast, great service and amazing sides! We had all the meats and all were amazing. Even had pie too!!! Yum key lime pie. On top of all that gave us a discount for being military.
Kevin M — Google review
Small town feel. We ate here on our way to Mississippi. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. If we come back through Pensacola, we would definitely eat here again!
Colleen R — Google review
Looks like a shack but awesome bbq. The meat is smoked with sauce on the side. Their house sauce has a little kick. Burnt ends are the star but all is so very good. It is seasonal so might be gone soon but the pumpkin cream pie was amazing.
Chandler B — Google review
Food was good, but nothing that wowed me, there is better barbecue out there but this is still good. The service was spectacular, I believe our waiter was Brandon and he was great. A few things to know when you go here, any 2 or 3 meat combos is for chicken (sliced breast not whole), ribs (2), pork (shredded scoop) or sausage (6-8” link). If you want brisket it is an additional $6.99, so I skipped the brisket. Although drinks come in bottles it comes with free refills which is very nice. The sides of macaroni and cheese was decent, also the potatoes salad, but again it had no wow factor to it. We loved how the barbecue sauce comes out heated in a bottle with your meal, all their food is dry rubbed but not sauced so you can decide the amount you want. The sauce seemed homemade and it was excellent, very tasty and not thick. The atmosphere is pleasant, kind people working there and they treat everyone great. Outside decorations are great.
James M — Google review
The ribs are really good. They’re tender, smoky, and pull easily away from the bone. I bought the half slab for $25. I did not get sides, but they offer many tasty choices.They even included their signature sauce in a cute little bear bottle in the side. If I had one critique, the sauce was not as thick as I like my sauce, but it was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.I consider myself a bit of a Grill Mistress and I know good ribs. I’ll visit again. Next time, I’ll get sides and let you know what’s up. Until then, good eating to ya! #cherreviews
Chanteuse E — Google review
This BBQ restaurant came recommended for their burnt ends, but the homemade pecan pie was the best! Potatoe salad was also good. Brunswick stew was strong on the tomato flavor.
Local H — Google review
Always great food and awesome service! We have the two meat plate with ribs and pulled pork. Their potato salad is yummy!
Tamela S — Google review
Hidden gem in Pensacola!! Great BBQ offering all the meats. Three industrial smokers outside that are always workin’! The atmosphere reminds me of a Texas BBQ joint.Free cookies for first timers! The pies are also delicious. Get on the wait list now if you want fresh pies for holiday dinners.Highly recommend!
Phillip M — Google review
Love this little bbq spot! The ribs were my favorite, but the pulled pork and brisket were amazing as well!! Love the atmosphere. Definitely will be back. We also got complimentary cookies which was nice!
Brittany R — Google review
The restaurant is true to form, when it comes to southern BBQ. The atmosphere is very laid back, low lighting and a very friendly feeling. The staff and waitresses were very nice and checked in on you regularly. 5 stars on service! BBQ is an art form and every pitmaster has there own flavors and style, so in all fairness, I will not rate the food there. I will continue to find other BBQ places more to my liking.
Combat V — Google review