Holy Smoky Pile O’ Ribs!
I said something to that effect when we got our takeout home and opened up the package to see what you see above. We are heading out soon on our annual New England trip, and I had gone through all of the leftovers, and stuff in the fridge. So we decided to call our local BBQ joint and have someone else do the cooking for us!
We have been to Smokin’ D’s a few times in the past and each time, they had always been out of ribs. This little BBQ joint, and by little, I mean little – all they have are big wood burning smoke houses lining the pack wall, a kitchen prep area and the cash register. No seats. Just BBQ. This little BBQ joint is housed in a small shack next to a gas station. It has a huge resin pig sculpture on the outside to greet you, and basically they start cooking in the morning, and close once all the food is gone. They do pork, brisket, chicken and turkey. Their pulled pork sandwiches are heavenly, served on thick slabs on garlic toast with one side (cole slaw, beans, or yellow rice) and a beverage for only $5.95! And really, it is some of the best BBQ I have had in my life. DE-licious.
(My brother-in-law, Davide in front of Smokin D’s, hangin’ with the piglet).
This time we called ahead, to make sure we had a chance to get their ribs, and we figured since they are hard to come by, we should get extra, to last us a few meals. So we ordered the rib special which is supposed to feed 3 people! So imagine our surprise to see this pile of ribs when we opened the bag!!! Not only did we each have two meals out of it, I also put at least 8 ribs in the freezer to use later this winter in soups and stews and beans!
If you ever find yourself driving through Saint Augustine, we recommend Smokin’ D’s!
110 State Road 206. St Augustine, FL. 32086 . 904-797-2050
FYI – My posts may be more sporadic over the next several weeks. We will be in New England, and also San Francisco for the FoodBuzz Food Blogger’s Festival! But I am bringing my laptop and will be working, just maybe not as much on a regular schedule! Look forward to seeing many of you in San Francisco in a few weeks!
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Pam - October 19, 2009 at 10:41 am
Those ribs look REALLY good! David is a cutie!…he he!
Hope you have a safe, fun, and wonderful trip(s)!
Enjoy!
ValleyWriter - October 19, 2009 at 11:00 am
Those ribs look yummy! Funny how sometimes the best food comes from the not-so-best-looking places!
Núria - October 19, 2009 at 11:07 am
He, he, I will have that in mind if I get to the States someday!!! I hope I will… in fact… I would love it! I would have the same picture with the pigglet done ;D. Buen provecho, dear!
HoneyB - October 19, 2009 at 11:12 am
Yum would love to get my hands on some of those ribs! Travel safely & if you happen to be in the northern Adirondack area let me know I’d be happy to share some good eatin’ with ya!!
Simone (junglefrog) - October 19, 2009 at 11:28 am
Those ribs look lovely! Have fun at the Foodbuzz festival!
Bellini Valli - October 19, 2009 at 12:24 pm
Enjoy your holiday. See you at Foodbuzz:D Tons of good food in SF!!!!!
Rosa - October 19, 2009 at 1:48 pm
They look yummy! I love anything smoked…
Cheers,
Rosa
Happy Cook - October 19, 2009 at 1:51 pm
Wish we had a takeout join like that here.
Peter G - October 19, 2009 at 1:52 pm
Can’t go wrong with ribs Jenn! Thanks for the recommendation!
Jenn - October 19, 2009 at 2:15 pm
Looks like you’ve got a busy time coming up.
It’s been way too long since I’ve had myself some ribs. I’m tempted just to make some for dinner tonight.
AnuSriram - October 19, 2009 at 3:50 pm
Enjoy your vacation!
Marillyn @ just-making-noise - October 19, 2009 at 6:22 pm
LOL! it has been sooo long since I’ve had ribs… oh man! Enjoy your vacation
) Also, I have some questions about the Royal Foodie Joust and the Daring Bakers. I am interested in partcipating, but want to get your veiwpoint. If you can email when you have time.. thanks!!
donna - October 19, 2009 at 7:03 pm
Have a blast in san fran. So jealous:)
Natashya - October 19, 2009 at 10:37 pm
They looks mouth-watering indeed!
I would love to travel the States and try the different styles of authentic BBQ.
nina - October 20, 2009 at 2:53 am
No fun in having a take out now and then…have a wonderful trip!!!
Dharm - October 20, 2009 at 3:20 am
Ah Jenn… My son would devour those ribs and you wouldnt have any left to freeze!! His favourite in the whole world is BBQ Ribsand its just my luck the The Lovely Wife makes it and not me…!! Have a great trip and enjoy yourselves!
kat - October 20, 2009 at 10:18 am
Gotta love a good bbq! See you in SF!
Bob - October 20, 2009 at 2:13 pm
I love ribs. I really do. But I never thought to freeze them to use in later stuff, that’s a great idea. What parts of NE are you coming through? Are you coming for the foliage?
Arlene (MOM) - October 20, 2009 at 2:28 pm
Now, I thought the Georgia Pig rib place was the one to beat. And I saw Smokin’ D’s when we drove past a few weeks back and well, it is a shack!!
Wish I was testing out those ribs though. I love my pork ribs. Stay warm up there. I will be thinking of you while I am whiling away in the sunshine. Hee hee
Rose - October 20, 2009 at 4:17 pm
Hello! I’m new here
Great blog. Love what it’s based on 
I’m going to go check out the rest of your blog. Looking forward to Foodbuzz SF as well. Hope to see you there!
Cate O'Malley - October 20, 2009 at 4:43 pm
Mmm, haven’t had ribs in ages. Wish we had a good BBQ joint around here. So far we don’t, but there’s a new place I’m checking out tomorrow that I have high hopes for. In the meantime, I’ll live vicariously through your pic!
Michelle - October 20, 2009 at 7:10 pm
Maybe this should be a stop on my next St. Augustine tour. I’m not much for ribs, but that pulled pork sure sounds mmm-mmm good!
Mardi @eatlivetravelwrite - October 20, 2009 at 8:27 pm
My mouth is watering looking at those ribs! Looking forward to meeting you in SFO too!
Deborah Dowd - October 20, 2009 at 9:59 pm
Have a wonderful time, and hope you can share some of the great food that will be part of your travel!
Natasha - 5 Star Foodie - October 20, 2009 at 11:36 pm
Mmm… ribs sounds wonderful! Have a great time on your travels!
DebinHawaii - October 21, 2009 at 5:12 am
That is one holy smoky pile o’ ribs for sure. Hoping to see you in SF.
lisaiscooking - October 21, 2009 at 9:46 am
Sounds like a great place! I love a restaurant that closes when they sell out. They always sell out every day, and you know it’s good stuff.
Jenn@slim-shoppin - October 21, 2009 at 1:59 pm
It’s always nice to have someone else cook! Those ribs look great. There is a place near my house called Robinson’s ribs, they won the best ribs in Chicago a bunch of times and they never dissapoint!
You are so lucky you are going to the Food Buzz event, take lots of pictures!
Erica - October 22, 2009 at 8:31 am
Have a great time!
lo - October 22, 2009 at 4:36 pm
Every once in a while it’s nice to have a break from cooking, isn’t it?
Using the leftovers for beans sounds awesome to me.
Have fun at Foodbuzz… we so wish we were going!! Maybe next year!
Pam - October 23, 2009 at 12:25 am
I love ribs!
Have a fun time on your trip. I wish I was going to the festival in San Francisco. I’ll be going next year for sure.
FoodJunkie - October 23, 2009 at 12:07 pm
Have fun at your rip and we’ll be looking forward to your posts!
Lori Lynn - October 23, 2009 at 5:16 pm
Oh, I can smell the smoke from here.
See you in SF!
LL