Because I smoke meats myself, I rarely eat smoked food or steaks out, as I'm rarely satisfied. But this place... read moreBecause I smoke meats myself, I rarely eat smoked food or steaks out, as I'm rarely satisfied. But this place is an exception. The ribs here were the best of any I've had outside my own home. Do visit here, do order the ribs. read less

Best BBQ in Knoxville. Awesome Mac and cheese and banana pudding. Offers different styles of sauce. Go through the serving... read moreBest BBQ in Knoxville. Awesome Mac and cheese and banana pudding. Offers different styles of sauce. Go through the serving line, pay, and head up to the picnic tables in the beer garden. Lots of 1980's world's fair memorabilia, great bar inside as well. read less

We were in town from Boston for work. We stopped by for lunch and it was fantastic! It was smoked... read moreWe were in town from Boston for work. We stopped by for lunch and it was fantastic! It was smoked meatloaf for the daily special which was great, but I have to say that the ribs and sautéed greens were the best we have had years! read less

This place is a good as advertised. The ribs were fantastic, and the mac and cheese was a game changer.

Good food. Here's what you should order:  BBQ burrito with brisket and Mac and cheese in it. Add both the... read moreGood food. Here's what you should order:  BBQ burrito with brisket and Mac and cheese in it. Add both the thick and spicy sauce. Make sure to get a side of the banana pudding.  Amazing. read less

Sweet P's is the best BBQ I've ever had. What more is there to say? Get the ribs, brisket, and... read moreSweet P's is the best BBQ I've ever had. What more is there to say? Get the ribs, brisket, and mac and cheese. You won't regret it. read less

My boyfriend and I were looking for a quick cheap place to grab some lunch and took to Yelp to... read moreMy boyfriend and I were looking for a quick cheap place to grab some lunch and took to Yelp to find this gem right near Old City. I wasnt really sure what to expect as we had just spent a lot of time in Memphis dining on wonderful BBQ but oh my goodness I was blown out of the water.

Everything on the menu looked amazing so I struck up conversation with a really nice guy working behind the bar who walked us through the menu and let us know what their stand out items were.

We ordered the Sweet P's Sampler with a pork bbq sandwich, beef brisket, and 3 sides. Typically the sampler also comes with 1/4 rack of ribs but because it was UT gameday, they had sold out of them quickly but offered us wings instead. For the sides we got coleslaw, pinto beans, and mac n cheese.

The sandwich was AMAZING as we added coleslaw and loads of sauce to the mix. The brisket was phenomenal and I could have eaten another half pound of it to myself. The pinto beans were the best ive ever had and the mac n cheese could not go without note as it was unique and tasty in each bite. The crowning jewel for the both of us was the wings. I dont know what they put in that sauce but our eyes lit up the second we took a bite and felt that crispy juicy crunch. We were literally fighting over the last wing.

We ended the meal with a bacon chocolate chip cookie and it was the finishing touch to an amazing meal. The sampler was the perfect amount of food for two people and we are already looking at our schedules to figure out when we can go back (important to note that they are closed on Mondays).  Thanks Sweet Ps for an amazing meal! read less

Our very favorite BBQ in Knoxville!  They've got it going on.
Delish trio plater w/ potatoe salad & slaw.
Long wait lines... read moreOur very favorite BBQ in Knoxville!  They've got it going on.
Delish trio plater w/ potatoe salad & slaw.
Long wait lines tell it all... read less

Beware: This food is delicious. As soon as you're done eating absolutely anything from their menu, you need to keep... read moreBeware: This food is delicious. As soon as you're done eating absolutely anything from their menu, you need to keep moving. It's very easy to wanna just curl up in a ball and go to sleep after you patron this place. 🙂 In all seriousness, this is THE bbq joint downtown- the staff are always friendly, give generous portions and make you feel at home. I would say, it would be a little easier on my wallet if buying lunch with a drink wasn't 12-14$.. however, this is a small business that serves quality food- so the dude abides! read less

Good lord does this place have good ribs!!  I don't like ribs slathered in sauce, so they just left them... read moreGood lord does this place have good ribs!!  I don't like ribs slathered in sauce, so they just left them with the rub on and shiiiiiiiit!  Amazing. I'd mention the sides but I don't care about those. Lots of parking across the street and a nice beer garden. read less

We walked in here with no clue what to get.  The guy behind the counter said hands down, the best... read moreWe walked in here with no clue what to get.  The guy behind the counter said hands down, the best thing we got is the ribs.  We ordered a half rack, some wings, collards, mac & cheese, & chocolate chess pie.

They let me know right away any menu items that I had food allergies with - which was AWESOME.  I've had several encounters recently where this was not the case even after asking for confirmation.

The guy ended up giving us a full rack because he thought we'd love them.  These were hands down the BEST ribs I've ever had.  I wasn't sure what I'd think of the dry rub style but we tore them up.  The collards were fantastic.  They were cooked up with some apple cider vinegar, black eyed peas, carrots, and celery.  Again - some of the best I've ever had.  The mac & cheese was good and the chess pie was like a brownie in a pie crust.  I loved it.  

We wish this place was closer because we'd come here all the time. We will definitely be returning. read less

On our way back from Atlanta to Cincinnati, we wanted BBQ for lunch.  I looked up top BBQ In Knoxville... read moreOn our way back from Atlanta to Cincinnati, we wanted BBQ for lunch.  I looked up top BBQ In Knoxville and Sweet P's had brisket!!  My son and I shared chicken and brisket. Great with the thick tomato based sauce.  The Mac and cheese was also very very good.  

Definitely not on the beaten path...but be adventurous and make your way here! read less

This restaurant is fantastic! Their menu has rotating specials that are always delicious - and their BBQ pork, chicken, brisket,... read moreThis restaurant is fantastic! Their menu has rotating specials that are always delicious - and their BBQ pork, chicken, brisket, and wings.. oh the wings.. I think it's the top barbecue in Knoxville.  They have comfortable seating with a bar upstairs as well! read less

We had our favorite BBQ here from our DC to Knoxville roadtrip! My boyfriend and I shared a sample platter,... read moreWe had our favorite BBQ here from our DC to Knoxville roadtrip! My boyfriend and I shared a sample platter, which comes with quarter rack of ribs, pork or chicken (you can also add a bun to make it a sandwich,) brisket, and three sides. For our sides, we had mac and cheese, collard greens, and potato salad. It was SO delicious!! The unique seasoning they add to their meats is amazing, and there's a variety of sauces to add to the meats too. I thought the brisket was great! The spare ribs were a little dry. The pork tasted delicious as a sandwich. I loved the sides; collard greens weren't too sour, the mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy, and the potato salad was tasty. Would definitely come again!! read less

This is the quickest we've finished a meal, because it tastes so good there's no reason to take your time.... read moreThis is the quickest we've finished a meal, because it tastes so good there's no reason to take your time. Good service and beer selection. Beer garden style seating upstairs with corn hole set.

Fall off the bone meat....drool city!!!! read less

Absolutely amazing food. If you're in Knoxville and want to complete your trip with an unforgettable southern BBQ experience...then Sweet... read moreAbsolutely amazing food. If you're in Knoxville and want to complete your trip with an unforgettable southern BBQ experience...then Sweet P's is a must! Flavors were on point, sauces were fantastic (although I didn't use much sauce for my meats since the flavors of the meats were sooo good already to begin with), meats were exceptionally moist and tender...AND to top off the experience, the banana cream pudding was PHENOMENAL!!

Service was great! Everyone is super friendly. Check this place out!!! read less

This place has great food. Had stopped by to eat really quick and was amazed at how good the food... read moreThis place has great food. Had stopped by to eat really quick and was amazed at how good the food was. If your nearby defiantly stop in. Its affordable and delicious. 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 Knoxville! read less

Cool little BBQ spot. Brisket was delicious and the ribs fell off the bone. The tater salad was a great... read moreCool little BBQ spot. Brisket was delicious and the ribs fell off the bone. The tater salad was a great side option and the Mac and cheese was the best I've ever had. Didn't have to wait long to order, and although it was busy, the staff kept the line moving and seats available. Great place. read less

Ate here while passing through to Florida from Michigan. Great easy parking. Not a dive at all, but rather a... read moreAte here while passing through to Florida from Michigan. Great easy parking. Not a dive at all, but rather a nice clean place.

I asked what to get, the pit master asked if I was local or not. I informed him that I was not. He said that if that was the case then I should not miss the ribs. I followed his advice.
The long and short of it is that they were hands down the best ribs that I have ever had. Dry rubbed, fall of the bone good. They honestly didn't need sauce, but the sauce was good too. Great random pick. read less

YUGE serving sizes, YUGE flavor, YUGE fan. Fair prices and some seriously fresh food. Beer selection is top notch so... read moreYUGE serving sizes, YUGE flavor, YUGE fan. Fair prices and some seriously fresh food. Beer selection is top notch so if you like your heady brews then make this a lunch spot.

The pork plate with collards (they add fresh black eyed peas and carrots) and okra were excellent, however the clear winners of the lunch were the smoked chicken and Mac and cheese. Seriously. That Mac is something to write home about.

Bug fan of the sauce lineup: "thick" mild and hot. The latter two were very thin, very reminiscent of Carolina style vinegar sauce. The thick sauce was still on the thinner side and was more traditional. All extremely good. 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

Everything we ate was delicious - brisket, pulled pork, Mac n cheese, potato salad (like my mom's), slaw, and greens.... read moreEverything we ate was delicious - brisket, pulled pork, Mac n cheese, potato salad (like my mom's), slaw, and greens. All the meat was very tender. Ribs were fall off the bone tender and great flavor. read less

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