Some great, authentic barbecue!  I was really hungry and wanted to stop in and try this place.  I was not... read moreSome great, authentic barbecue!  I was really hungry and wanted to stop in and try this place.  I was not disappointed.  Ordered a humongous meal and tried several different dishes.  It did not disappoint. read less

This barbecue place is delicious. It's quick and easy. You just pick something from the menu, order, and then you... read moreThis barbecue place is delicious. It's quick and easy. You just pick something from the menu, order, and then you get the food in an instant. The last time I went was with my family, and we ordered the half rack of ribs with some sides. The meat was nice, soft, and well seasoned. The mac n' cheese had just the exact amount of cheese and was baked to perfection. If you are in Downtown Knoxville and your looking for a place to eat, definitely go to Sweet P's. read less

Authentic bbq in Knoxville.  Tried the sausage, pulled pork, brisket, and ribs and all were scrumptious! I really like how... read moreAuthentic bbq in Knoxville.  Tried the sausage, pulled pork, brisket, and ribs and all were scrumptious! I really like how they use a heavy dry rub to season the meat prior to smoking, it makes a great bark on the meat.  The sauces and available drinks are great too.  We tried an orange infused cider from Austin :).  Highly recommended a we'll be back! read less

My fiancé and I are Canadians vacationing here who were seeking the real Southern BBQ we have heard so much... read moreMy fiancé and I are Canadians vacationing here who were seeking the real Southern BBQ we have heard so much about, and were not disappointed. The meat was incredibly flavorful and tender and the sides were perfectly spiced and hearty. Even the sauces were outstanding. We will be going home with full stomachs and good memories. Thank you! read less

My mouth is watering just thinking about the food here. If you are looking for soul food this is the... read moreMy mouth is watering just thinking about the food here. If you are looking for soul food this is the spot in Knoxville. The Mac and cheese was gooey yet incredibly tasty. The fried chicken was perfection. The meat on the ribs fell right off the bone. Lastly, the banana pudding, my favorite!! Just the right amount of sweet and banana flavor.  Yum!!! read less

Top Notch BBQ... great brisket with side of mac n cheese and green beans.  Pricing is fair and staff is... read moreTop Notch BBQ... great brisket with side of mac n cheese and green beans.  Pricing is fair and staff is friendly and entertaining.  If you're in Knoxville it's well worth a stop. Mixes outdoor seating in the back of the restaurant. read less

The staff here have been by far the most welcoming of any restaurant we've been to downtown since moving here... read moreThe staff here have been by far the most welcoming of any restaurant we've been to downtown since moving here a few months ago. The food is good, but I've seriously never felt so welcome as soon as I walked in as we did here. We stopped by with our 7 year old daughter on Halloween night after some cold trick or treating. As picky kids do, she refused to eat anything there before we even went. So we do what parents do when they really want food that their kids hate: we made Dino nuggets at our apartment and let her bring them lol. Not only were they understanding and didn't make a big deal about her not ordering food there, they actually made her feel less embarrassed about being picky. Between the Bartender sharing his stories of eating only chicken nuggets as a kid, and the waitresses complimenting her green Halloween hair, she managed to relax and have a great time with us. We will be back very soon I'm sure! read less

This by far is one of the best BBQ places I have eaten at! The ribs were seasoned perfectly and... read moreThis by far is one of the best BBQ places I have eaten at! The ribs were seasoned perfectly and fell off the bone. Everything was cooked fresh and was hot and delicious! The pimento cheese dip was to die for! Everyone was friendly and had great service. The environment was very relaxing. I give this resturant 2 thumbs up and 5 stars and will definitely be back! read less

This place is my go-to for wings/bbq downtown Knoxville. It is the perfect balance of approachable and delicious.

While parking was a challenge, our dinner was amazing! You order "cafeteria style". I tried the sample platter, with potato... read moreWhile parking was a challenge, our dinner was amazing! You order "cafeteria style". I tried the sample platter, with potato salad, mac n cheese , and green melody mix. Two people could have EASILY ate this meal, and left full. I felt terrible because I had so much leftover. I ate the entire pulled pork portion, and 1 rib. Both were delicious ! The Mac and cheese was also good, super creamy. The greens and things melody ... could have used a lot more greens .. but the flavoring was great. If your every in town.. this is where to go! Just expect to leave uncomfortably full ! 🙂 read less

This place is amazing and the best BBQ i done near ever had. Awesome. Love them already

Fantastic BBQ! Wanted to give some Tennessee style BBQ a try passing through Knoxville and this place does not disappoint.... read moreFantastic BBQ! Wanted to give some Tennessee style BBQ a try passing through Knoxville and this place does not disappoint. Tried the sampler platter and fried pickles. For cafeteria style on a less than busy, freezing cold night, everything was hot and fresh. The ribs were the highlight. Pulled pork was also fantastic. Brisket was good but not as great as the rest. All the sides were delicious as well, especially the Mac and cheese! If I find myself in Knoxville again this will be a stop for sure! read less

I have always loved this place, but decided my last visit warranted a new review.  While I didn't see me... read moreI have always loved this place, but decided my last visit warranted a new review.  While I didn't see me go to side the green beans (which would normally be enough for me to boycott a place or at least issue a public thrashing), the replacement seems to be Lima Beans made I the Characteristic seasoned and mixed ingredient style that makes Sweet P's sides the best.  

As a bonus, they made brisket chili which I also had as a side.  They decided to add the chili today because of the cold weather. Now that's looking after your customers.  

I can't wrap this up without saying the bbq was excellent as always.  FYI.  Best brisket in town. read less

Wow!!! Another hidden gem! My husband has lived here most of his life and he didn't know this place existed.... read moreWow!!! Another hidden gem! My husband has lived here most of his life and he didn't know this place existed.  Thank goodness for yelp we are searching Knoxville over for new places to eat.  I'm not a barbecue person at all but I am now!!! The ribs were the best I've had.  The pulled pork excellent!  The thin and thick sauces both wonderful!!! Pimento cheese dip awesome!  Split a sampler, plenty for 2 people and you get 3 sides.  Mac and cheese I loved.  Potato salad was good.  Banana pudding good.  We killed the main good before I thought to get pics.  Great ambiance, industrial look.  Staff quick and polite. read less

Took some advice from a couple of local youngens and gave this place a try! Boy am I glad I... read moreTook some advice from a couple of local youngens and gave this place a try! Boy am I glad I did! The food is amazing! I got the brisket (minus the bun). It was so tender and delicious! The thin sauce was my fave.. with a vinegar base instead of tomato sauce was a perfect pairing for the brisket! For a side I got the Mac and cheese - and it was quite possibly thee very best I've had out! (Sorry, homemade takes the cake) The Tater Salad was yummy too.. but I was too full to eat most of it! Oh did I mention the rooftop beer garden? Yes, that's a thing! Very cool! Wish there was one of these in Nor Cal!! Check it out! You won't be disappointed- or hungry when you leave! read less

Awesome place!!! The pimento cheese dip is next level! The ribs were awesome too. All of the food was good,... read moreAwesome place!!! The pimento cheese dip is next level! The ribs were awesome too. All of the food was good, but those two items were my favorite. Everyone at the table went wild over the pimento cheese dip, but I didn't share my ribs lol read less

I don't have children, but if I did I'd sell them into slavery to eat here if it came down... read moreI don't have children, but if I did I'd sell them into slavery to eat here if it came down to it. read less

Very tasty brisket. I got it on top of the big green salad. It made me feel like I was... read moreVery tasty brisket. I got it on top of the big green salad. It made me feel like I was mak6a healthy choice. Customer service is nice and fast. Would definitely visit again. read less

Highly recommend! We went on a Friday evening and split the sampler (pulled pork, briscut, ribs, and three sides) and... read moreHighly recommend! We went on a Friday evening and split the sampler (pulled pork, briscut, ribs, and three sides) and it was PLENTY of DELICIOUS food. We also ventured upstairs to the beer garden. Beautiful little area! I would say Sweet Ps is a must see if you're visiting Kno read less

My favorite place to get BBQ!! The banana pudding and macaroni and cheeee is to die for.

11/17/18 - update. I will 5 star the hell out of this place everytime we go in town. Becoming one... read more11/17/18 - update. I will 5 star the hell out of this place everytime we go in town. Becoming one of our Knoxville staples when we are in town.

9/22/18 Went to Sweet Ps again last night and the wife for some Florida Hate Eve rage eating to get a nice foundation for today's tailgating. We have come to the verdict that this place is hands down our favorite BBQ joint in the country. Everything on the menu is fantastic. The lima beans were next level and a great addition to the menu. And those smoked dry rub wings are a flavor party that will touch your tongue and slap ya in the brain. Great stuff, will be back (especially if we win read less

This is great BBQ even for a BBQ snob. The sides items are perfect and atmosphere matches. Our biggest complaint... read moreThis is great BBQ even for a BBQ snob. The sides items are perfect and atmosphere matches. Our biggest complaint is when they run out of Mac & Cheese and the entire line has to choose to leave or order other items. read less

Sweet P's BBQ and Downtown Dive is AWESOME... I feel bad that the roads are all closed around it so... read moreSweet P's BBQ and Downtown Dive is AWESOME... I feel bad that the roads are all closed around it so it is hard to find but it is well worth the effort of finding it. The service was excellent and the staff was helpful and enthusiastic.  I think that this is some of the best bbq in Knoxville.  It is well worth stopping back even if it takes you a minute to find read less

I'm visiting the college with my daughter and had a chance to sneak away for some "alone" time. Yelp suggested... read moreI'm visiting the college with my daughter and had a chance to sneak away for some "alone" time. Yelp suggested this gem and I flew to it!  I swear 90% of the time you guys get it right and this time was a win!! I haven't had ribs of any kind in 3 years.. but then I saw an order come out before I made my order and instinctively went full speed ahead on the #ditto order. I am full as a tick and happy as I could be read less