Willie Jewell’s Old School Bar-B-Q In Florida Smokes For Hours To Get The Food Oh-So-Flavorful
There will forever be a debate about what barbecue joint in Florida is the best, but why can’t we appreciate ALL the barbecue spots for what they are and for what they offer?! Take Willie Jewell’s Old School Bar-B-Q in Florida for example. It pairs casual cuisine with meat that is slow-smoked for hours, in order to produce a truly flavorful platter of food. There is a technique, there is tender meat, and there is a tradition that has been around for years. When it comes to a delicious barbecue, you can’t beat that.
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Sometimes people think that you could throw a rock and hit a good barbecue joint in Florida, but others rely on a bit more than that.
Opening their doors in honor of Willie Jewell herself — Jewell was a former employee at Bono’s Pit Bar-B-Q in Jacksonville who was a superb cook with an exceptional spirit.
In honor of Jewell, these barbecue spots make sure to combine traditional smoking techniques with homemade sweets and all your favorite Southern sides.
When you think of Willie Jewell’s Bar-B-Que, picture fall-off-the-bone meat, tender pork sandwiches, tasty homemade sides, and in-house prepared sweets.
Some of the best menu items, though, come in the form of the Big Ol’ Platters, which feature your choice of meat, and a few sides with a slice of garlic toast.
Have you ever been to a Willie Jewell’s Old School Bar-B-Q In Florida before?! Share with us your favorite dish in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information regarding this barbecue hotspot, visit the website or Facebook Page.
A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
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