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Local BBQ outpost serving smoked meats & sandwiches, plus comfort sides, in a low-key setting.
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Address: 1127 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
Phone: (828) 412-3453
Website: http://bearsbbq.com/sweetencreek
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Reviews
Samantha Miller
Sauces on point 9/10. Pulled pork 9/10 delicious and didn’t even need sauce added. I’m disappointed that I paid 50cents for slaw to be added to my sandwich and got skimped as you can see in the photo.
I’d skip the Mac and Cheese 4/10, it’s nothin to write home about. The beans 9/10 were deliciously sweet and Smokey and have various meats added. My fiance got the brisket 7/10 he said it was a little dry and needed sauce.
I’d come back again just for the pork, but I’d get a plate next time instead of a sandwich. Hopefully their cornbread & collards are as good as their beans. Maybe they’ll hook me up with a free side of slaw next time.
… moreI’d skip the Mac and Cheese 4/10, it’s nothin to write home about. The beans 9/10 were deliciously sweet and Smokey and have various meats added. My fiance got the brisket 7/10 he said it was a little dry and needed sauce.
I’d come back again just for the pork, but I’d get a plate next time instead of a sandwich. Hopefully their cornbread & collards are as good as their beans. Maybe they’ll hook me up with a free side of slaw next time.
Mitch Mintz
Judging a restaurant that I’ve never been to before based on one meal really isn’t fair. But when I walked in, I immediately knew what to expect. Something happens when a small craft Barbecue entrepreneur expands into an Enterprise level meat shoveling machine. Today as the brisket was being sliced, I could see the intent was there, thin uniform bark almost no smoke ring, dry meat. I was in Texas two weeks ago bears brisket was on the level of what buc-ee’s was serving. The baked beans and mac-n-cheese were spot on. Prices were very reasonable.
… moreGarrett
Really good barbecue with a nice outdoor seating area. We got the pick 3 combo with pulled pork, Texas sausage, and ribs. Since we were splitting we got an extra side too. It was all delicious.
They also have a bar in the seating area which was nice.
The ordering process confused some of the groups in front of us while in line so it took a while to get through it. Absolutely worth the wait though.
… moreThey also have a bar in the seating area which was nice.
The ordering process confused some of the groups in front of us while in line so it took a while to get through it. Absolutely worth the wait though.
Everglades Boss
Delicious flavors and recipe! Meat falls off the Bones. I had the Half rack with smoked beans and sweet potato mash. Also apple crisp for dessert. Come and fill up
… morevanessa 123
I’ve been coming to Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ for a while and usually really enjoy the food, especially when everything comes out right. I like supporting local spots like this.
On March 1, 2026, around 4:20 PM at the Coxe Ave location, my order didn’t go well. I got Bear Balls with sides, but the sides weren’t added at the register, I had no tray to put anything on. They held it for me while the Bear Balls were being prepared (probably frying time).
When I asked about adding the sides, the tall employee with black glasses had an attitude and asked if this was my first time here. I said no, I’ve been coming for a while, and she replied “You’ll get used to it” in a condescending way that made the whole interaction feel off and uncomfortable.
On top of that, the Bear Balls came out really mushy and felt undercooked, not crispy like I’ve had them before.
Just wanted to share this so others know what might happen. The food has potential and I’ve had good experiences in the past, so I hope management is aware of these kinds of issues and trains the staff better to make sure everyone has a positive visit.
… moreOn March 1, 2026, around 4:20 PM at the Coxe Ave location, my order didn’t go well. I got Bear Balls with sides, but the sides weren’t added at the register, I had no tray to put anything on. They held it for me while the Bear Balls were being prepared (probably frying time).
When I asked about adding the sides, the tall employee with black glasses had an attitude and asked if this was my first time here. I said no, I’ve been coming for a while, and she replied “You’ll get used to it” in a condescending way that made the whole interaction feel off and uncomfortable.
On top of that, the Bear Balls came out really mushy and felt undercooked, not crispy like I’ve had them before.
Just wanted to share this so others know what might happen. The food has potential and I’ve had good experiences in the past, so I hope management is aware of these kinds of issues and trains the staff better to make sure everyone has a positive visit.
Melissa
I love Bear’s. I’ve had so many things from their food truck and I’m always super happy. We finally made it to their Sweeten Creek location so I could have a baked potato. And it is amazing! That thing is easily 2 meals. It’s an incredible portion.
Everything else they do is good, too. And the BBQ sauce? Just go!
They have a small indoor space for dining. You could also sit on the brewery side if that’s your thing.
… moreEverything else they do is good, too. And the BBQ sauce? Just go!
They have a small indoor space for dining. You could also sit on the brewery side if that’s your thing.
Gard “CampingCoastie.com” Snyder
Passing through and read the reviews, we had to give it a try. Glad we did! The only negative thing I can say it that it was a little hard to find, but so glad we found it!
The brisket was excellent. It was tender and moist with a nice smoke ring. The beans could be a meal by themselves, they had lots of meat in them. The pork was also very good.
The service was very helpful in helping us make our choices. Definitely will return again if in the area!
… moreThe brisket was excellent. It was tender and moist with a nice smoke ring. The beans could be a meal by themselves, they had lots of meat in them. The pork was also very good.
The service was very helpful in helping us make our choices. Definitely will return again if in the area!
Kira Daniel
Stopped by for a delicious lunch. We had the pulled pork and various sides. The bbq beans and the Mac and Cheese were to die for. The collard greens were also delicious! Highly recommend.
… moreAlex Lopez
Start with the good stuff:
The place is perfectly placed for having fun and getting something to eat. The staff are freindly and the decor is simply delightful as well as the suaces used for the meats…however Its unfortunate that the food was just so disappointing. The portion sizes for the meat are quite small for the price and it was all so DRY. We waited for a restock of the burnt ends and we’re pretty much forgotten about. Im sure that if it was fresh it would be 10x better but after biting into dry brisket, chicken, cornbread and burnt ends so many times it all was just bleh. Mac and cheese was utterly bloated and bland. Again if the food was fresher im sure it would be a way better experience but alas this is what we had.
… moreThe place is perfectly placed for having fun and getting something to eat. The staff are freindly and the decor is simply delightful as well as the suaces used for the meats…however Its unfortunate that the food was just so disappointing. The portion sizes for the meat are quite small for the price and it was all so DRY. We waited for a restock of the burnt ends and we’re pretty much forgotten about. Im sure that if it was fresh it would be 10x better but after biting into dry brisket, chicken, cornbread and burnt ends so many times it all was just bleh. Mac and cheese was utterly bloated and bland. Again if the food was fresher im sure it would be a way better experience but alas this is what we had.
cj
This restaurant serves burnt ends.
Best Ribs 10/10
Beans 10/10
Mac & Cheese 10/10
Sky and Mike deserve a raise!
Customer service 10/10
… moreBest Ribs 10/10
Beans 10/10
Mac & Cheese 10/10
Sky and Mike deserve a raise!
Customer service 10/10