Sims Country BBQ

About

Barbeque

Price Range : $11-30 ($$)

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    Yelp rating
    4 stars

Location

Adress: 6160 Petra Mill Rd, Granite Falls, NC 28630

Phone: (828) 396-5811

Work Hours

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Sat 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Sun

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    No
  • credit_card
    Accepts Credit Cards
    No
  • local_parking
    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    No
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
  • group
    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Noise Level
    Loud
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    Alcohol
    No
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
  • fastfood
    Caters
    No

Reviews

  • Stacey N.

    star star star star star 16 June 2026

    To clarify, this is not s buffet, it's all you can eat BBQ. A reviewer was complaining about the selection. Of course you're not going to get a variety, it's all you can eat BBQ!

    What you get for $11.75:
    -Pork BBQ
    -Beef BBQ (all meat has no sauce, as its Carolina style)
    -Roasted chicken
    -Cole slaw
    -Homemade baked beans
    -Pickles
    -Cornmeal fritters
    -Potato chips
    -Sliced bread
    -Rolls

    Additional items:
    -Dessert $1
    -Pitcher of tea $2.50

    There is live entertainment including clogging, singing and music (banjo or spoons.) There is a nearby pond, horseshoe pits, rocking chairs by the fireplace, and you can interact and dance to the band.

    This place reminds me of a southern pig pickin' and the building looks like an old chicken house. It's not fancy, it's not high end but it's a great time to take the family and spend the evening! Oh, bring cash too! They only accept cash or a check!

  • Marjorie W.

    star star star star_border star_border 8 June 2026

    Someone told us about this out of the way BBQ place. We had trouble finding it with our GPS. After reading previous reviews we were prepared to pay cash. No credit cards accepted. It is a self- serve all you can eat BBQ with 3 different meats plus sides. I believe desserts are extra. The BBQ smelled wonderful though the taste fell short. The meat was dry. The chicken was the best choice. Everyone was friendly and wondered why we were leaving before the music started. It was hot. There are fans but no ac. We didn't want to stay late with a drive ahead of us.

  • Ken C.

    star star star star_border star_border 1 June 2026

    What a fun place!  Great music, very nice staff and you just might run into people you know.   But the food leaves much to be desired. Everything is so bland.  From the slaw to the meats.  The decor is supposed to be rustic I understand, but still the public eats here.  Just think the environment could look a little fresher.

  • Amber P.

    star star star star star 26 May 2026

    I grew up right down the road and it is wonderful. The pork and baked beans are just amazing. The slaw is pretty darn good too. The dirt drive down is always so calming. The cloggers also do a superb job and the bands are always great! It's a country home kinda place and is definitely worth the drive.

  • Megan R.

    star star star star_border star_border 25 May 2026

    If you're willing to take a hike (or a long drive), this is a good "one of a kind" option in the area.  Sims is CASH ONLY, so be prepared.  There is not an ATM on site.  Another reviewer accurately described the buffet and prices.  The real thrill of Sims is the live bluegrass music and sometimes clogging (dancing).

    For me, the buffet is kind of a crap shoot for what you're paying.  Bread isn't warm, seems to be straight from the bag off the shelf.  The meats are pretty good, but there are only 2 sauce options, vinegar (spicy) or "regular" bbq sauce (like original recipe that you'd find at the grocery store).  Be prepared to pay for drinks after you pay for your meal, they aren't included... or desserts.. so they use the term "buffet" pretty loosely.

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