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Pruett's Bar-B-Q

4.6 2,072 reviews 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM 1617 Rainbow Dr #5380, Gadsden, AL 35901, United States

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Pruett's Bar-B-Q, located in Gadsden, Alabama, is a standout barbecue restaurant that consistently impresses patrons. Renowned for offering excellent BBQ at reasonable prices, it boasts a lively atmosphere filled with friendly service. Reviews highlight the large BBQ pork sandwiches paired with creamy mac and cheese and crispy hush puppies, making them a must-try.

The star of the menu, according to many, is the delectable banana pudding, which leaves a lasting impression on diners. The restaurant's ambiance is inviting, featuring a clean dining area, a cozy fireplace in winter, and ample seating, which adds to the overall dining experience.

As for the variety, Pruett's menu extends beyond BBQ, offering fried catfish and juicy ribs that achieve rave reviews for their flavor and tenderness. The onion rings are a highlight as well, praised for their light and crispy texture. Whether it's the hearty southern comfort food or the fair prices that draw crowds, it's evident that Pruett's Bar-B-Q has cemented its place as a destination for both locals and visitors.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Drive-through
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fireplace
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Pruett's Bar-B-Q before visiting.

Reviews for Pruett's Bar-B-Q

4.6
2,072 reviews
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100%
4
23%
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Review highlights

Based on 2,072 reviews

Pruett's Bar-B-Q in Gadsden, AL, consistently receives positive feedback for its combination of flavorful Southern cuisine and attentive service. Reviewers frequently highlight the generous portions and well-prepared dishes, including standout items such as ribs, fried catfish, and traditional sides like mac and cheese and hush puppies. The restaurant’s welcoming atmosphere, characterized by a clean and spacious dining area with seasonal touches like a fireplace, contributes to its appeal. Patrons also appreciate the efficient and friendly staff, who manage busy service periods without compromising quality. Reasonable pricing paired with satisfying meals makes Pruett’s a favored choice for both locals and visitors seeking casual, hearty barbecue fare in a comfortable setting.

Ryan Cass
Jun 15, 2025

Excellent BBQ at reasonable prices with fast and friendly service makes Pruett’s BBQ one of the best bang for your buck restaurants that I have ever eaten at. The large BBQ pork sandwich with Mac n cheese and hush puppies was delicious but the star of the show was definitely the banana pudding! Can’t wait to eat here again.

Sherry Rylander
Jun 11, 2025

Conveniently located, this restaurant is always busy, they do have a large area in the front, so you can sit and wait for your table. The restaurant is clean and has a nice atmosphere with a fireplace in the winter. The staff is plentiful, friendly and professional. The fried catfish filet was very good, one piece is a large portion with two sides. The onion rings were excellent, light and crispy. They were served with a sauce that I liked very much, a smoky honey mustard maybe. The baked beans were a bit tangy for me but were ok. The BBQ is always a winner. Three people in our party got the fish sandwich and said it was very good ( it is served with cheese). To me it is a bit pricey (1 piece of fish and 2 sides 12.00) but the food is good. They do serve vegetable plates that are very popular.

Jesse Magana
Jun 03, 2025

This restaurant is amazing, definitely recommend coming here especially because the price is so reasonable. Ribs fall off the bone and fried chicken juicier than baked chicken, also the catfish was pleasant. Service was really good despite them being very busy, but that’s always a good sign, right?

Jamie Black
Jun 03, 2025

Pruett’s Bar-B-Q is hands-down one of the best places to eat! Their burgers, chicken fingers, and hamburger steak are unbeatable—seriously, some of the best around! Every bite was packed with flavor, and the service was just as great as the food. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal or just some good Southern comfort food, Pruett’s is the place to go. Highly recommend!

Thayne Infanger
May 24, 2025

Another great visit to Pruett’s. We always take our family from out of town over for a great meal. Last night did not disappoint. Service and food were top notch as usual.

Teresa Imgram
Mar 29, 2025

My family eat at Pruitts on a regular basis. You absolutely can’t beat the menu. Everything is always so good. I also have to say the waitress/ staff are the best. They are all so friendly even when they are so busy they take time to speak. They are constantly asking if everything is ok and if they can get us anything else. Katie, Courtney, Megan, Mackenzie, Kenzie, Emma, Jaycee, Melissa, Hannah, Joanna, Keleigh and Cheyenne. Just to name a few. I know I’ve left some out and probably spelled names wrong. I sure hope their employer knows how fortunate he is to have great staff. Never met the cooks but they do an excellent job of preparing the food. The ribs are the best I’m ever had. I’d give more stars if possible

James Bowers
Mar 25, 2025

Most of the time I order the BBQ pork plate , Whew , none better. Yesterday the Hamburger Steak with onions overload. A lot of folks order the fried chicken or catfish. Everything on the menu is great , prices are very reasonable and always great service !

Zuriel Daher
Mar 24, 2025

I came to this restaurant 2 days ago to meet up with some friends to eat in this location at 1:00 which we decided to eat here. It was our first time being here after the past few years every so often being always packed. To start with our orders I had the pork meat plate with sides while my parents and friends had the Mondays special which was the meatloaf and choice of sides. Next time I’ll listen to advice and have the daily special due to the total of much my plate came out. My plate was great, the pork was plenty in the plate and as for the sides also the same. My parents and friends all enjoyed what they had. The cornbread which they had was quite big but felt they couldn’t eat everything with the inclusion of the rest of the food. They give big quantity in this place. It was a good experience coming here

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Address
1617 Rainbow Dr #5380, Gadsden, AL 35901, United States
Price range
$10–20
Category
Barbecue restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday (Today) 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

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