Mr. Powdrell’s Barbecue (Albuquerque, NM)

On the drive back from Chicago to Phoenix, Dad and I found a BBQ restaurant in Albuquerque, NM that looked interesting to try.  Mr. Powdrell’s Barbecue touts itself as original hickory smoked.  That was enough to sell us so we decided to go in for a bite.

In order to get a nice variety, I went with the beef brisket and pork (with mac and cheese and corn on the cob), while Dad ordered the pork ribs (with BBQ beans, cole slaw, and seasoned fries).

Though I prefer pulled pork vs.chopped pork, it didn't take away from the great hickory smoked flavor and tenderness of the meat.  The brisket was equally as tender and flavorful.  I would have liked a larger piece of corn on the cob, but the mac and cheese was very flavorful.

The pork ribs were equally tasty, with the abundance of meat falling off the bone at the touch of a fork.  There was an interesting twist on the BBQ beans, as they provided a spicier flavor vs. the traditional sweet flavor.

Although we didn't try it (and probably won't since we are never in Albuquerque), Mr. Powdrell's Rockin' Po-Boy Sandwich looks like an interesting and gut-busting option.  It's described as "a hearty monster of a sandwich with BBQ beef brisket, smoked turkey breast, pulled pork, coleslaw dressing, onion rings, and french fries all on a 12 inch french loaf and of course...Mr Powdrell's famous BBQ sauce."  Yikes.

We visited Smoque BBQ while we were visiting in Chicago and I preferred the BBQ served there.  However, Dad preferred the BBQ here at Mr. Powdrell's.  So that gives you an idea of the quality of BBQ served at Mr. Powdrell's.