"If the chimney ain't smokin, we ain't open". This is the slogan that you will see when you come to Jack's BBQ in Minneola, Fl. The slogan that they should use is, "Best dadgum BBQ in South Lake County!". I guarantee they will never use my slogan, simply because of the word "dadgum". You see dadgum is a word that Florida State Seminole Head Football Coach Bobby Bowden always says. When you walk into Jack's BBQ, you will see that they aren't so much anti-Florida State as they are die hard Florida Gator fans. You see where their allegiance lies immediately. Right there beside the cooler that houses the best potato salad I have ever had is an autographed Tim Tebow football. Beside that is a Jeff Demps signed picture. If that doesn't tip you off, maybe all of the pictures and all of the Gator Blue and Orange will let you know. In fact, rumor has it that the first question on their application is "Are you a Florida Gator Fan?".

Personally, I am a Florida State fan, but they still serve me. I've gotten a little ribbing for my FSU fandom, but it's all good. The Blue and Orange is a little blah for me, but to get to eat this great BBQ...I can deal with a little Gator color.

Honestly, as for meat, the only thing I have had there is the turkey. It is THAT good. I go in there often now and think about getting some of that great smelling pork or beef, but I always lean toward the turkey. I'm weird like that...I find something I like and I stick with it. I also get the potato salad, which is a no-no if you are on the P90X Weight Loss Program. I'll run an extra mile...the potato salad is awesome!! I always thought my mom made the best potato salad, but mommas salad has just been kicked to the curb!!!

I took my dad in there the other day and of course I got the same ole, same ole. However, he mixed it up a little and ordered the potato salad and the baked beans. I tried the baked beans and left wondering if Jack's baked beans are indeed manna from heaven!! And the sweet tea...don't even get me talking about the sweet tea. I am southern born and raised and I KNOW SWEET TEA. This stuff is good.

To the staff at Jack's, keep up the great work and I'll see you at lunchtime...where I hope to try something different!!

For those reading, stop by Jack's and tell them I sent you (it won't get you a discount though!). As for their hours of operation, I'm not sure, but if the chimney ain't smokin, they ain't open!!

Jack's BBQ-100 S. Hwy 27-Minneola, Fl. 34715

Phone: 352-394-2673