Johnny's Bbq Olathe - (913) 768-0777

The #1 thing I look for in BBQ is smoke - other wise you're just throwing a brisket in a crock pot. I give Johnny's a C- on that score, pretty bland. The food comes at a decent value, but without the smoke, what's the point? Johnny's BBQ is a symptom of a quite common disease. Because BBQ is popular in the Kansas City area, apparently entrepreneur's think they can open a restaurant serving up *something* and they'll parlay the success of the genre. This is true of pizza in Chicago and seafood on the Gulf Coast. Johnny's is thriving on mediocrity simply because they can. I don't begrudge their business plan, but if you are going to do business, at least try and excel at it, not just get by. Johnny's is just getting by.

Johnny's BBQ has great flavor, portions are adequate, and the price is right. Our family likes all the sides, and the french fries are one of my favorites. I like the ham, hubby likes the ribs. Eat in or take out, it's all good.

I recently went and got a to go order at Johnnys. They have the best smoked ribs. they are juicy and tender and just fall of the bone. The meat melts in your mouth. The prices are comparible to other bbq places in town. On Wednesdays and Saturdays they have slabs of ribs on sale for $11.50. The service is splendid and the food is awesome. A great family restaurant.