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Backwater BBQ is a full service, locally owned restaurant located in the NW corner of the Winona Mall. We prepare all meat and sides fresh each day prior to service. Our base menu consists of five traditional smoked meats and 6 homemade sides. Dine in, carry out and drive thru service available during all business hours.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–6 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1213 Gilmore Avenue #T-8 NW corner of Winona Mall, 1213 Gilmore Ave Suite E2B, Winona, MN 55987
Phone: (507) 474-2220
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Backwater BBQ is locally owned and located in the Winona Mall. Our base menu consists of 5 meats and 5 sides that are traditional BBQ standards.
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Reviews
Good Will
The WORST and I DO MEAN, THE WORST SERVICE EVER! Not to mention, the food taste like cardboard. I wouldn’t eat from here again, if it were the last thing in the midwest. It give a feeling of eating something other than usda approved meats. The sides, made me sick as well. There was a man and woman working. They were both disgusting with their words and the way they were over the food with no protection. Just yuck. They must be family with the health department
… moreKirsten Crossing
Hidden in a dying mall, this bbq place is not to be missed. The girl who took my order was very pleasant and helpful guiding me through my own indecisiveness and brought my food to me.
Drinks are out of a cooler 🙁 While I understand the convenience I would have loved ice tea or something other than bottled water as a no sugar option.
But let’s talk about the food. The chicken serving was very moist! And the brisket was as well. Flavor, I wasn’t blown away til I took advantage of the sweet and spicy sauce- nice kick! The pickled items, while nice didn’t really add much for me. The bun with the meal was fresh and soft and I piled what there was for meats in there to make two mini sandwiches.
I recommend the kicked up beans but I found the green beans lacking(flavor is mostly just pepper)
I will be back to try the Mac and cheese and perhaps a different meet. (The locals really talk this place up btw! But it was fairly quiet for 540)
Lastly, would love to see that sauce bottled and sold in the space for purchase! ❤️
… moreDrinks are out of a cooler 🙁 While I understand the convenience I would have loved ice tea or something other than bottled water as a no sugar option.
But let’s talk about the food. The chicken serving was very moist! And the brisket was as well. Flavor, I wasn’t blown away til I took advantage of the sweet and spicy sauce- nice kick! The pickled items, while nice didn’t really add much for me. The bun with the meal was fresh and soft and I piled what there was for meats in there to make two mini sandwiches.
I recommend the kicked up beans but I found the green beans lacking(flavor is mostly just pepper)
I will be back to try the Mac and cheese and perhaps a different meet. (The locals really talk this place up btw! But it was fairly quiet for 540)
Lastly, would love to see that sauce bottled and sold in the space for purchase! ❤️
Anthony c
Check facebook for daily specials. Brisket French dip was amazing. Great mac n cheese as well. Will return when back in town.
… moreDana Neumann
Mandy did a wonderful job of making my husband and I feel welcomed and taken care of. I have gluten and dairy allergies and she was very knowledgeable and helpful. The food is delicious and hit the spot!!!
… moreScott Schiebel
If you’re looking for very lightly smoked, moist and tender barbeque this place might be right for you.
We tried the ribs and pulled pork complimented by beans, mac & cheese and cole slaw. Meat was good, sides were okay. Was surprised they only had two sauce options with tiny servings provided in pre filled little containers. Don’t be surprised if you have to ask for more.
Comfortable seating in a strip mall just off highway 61 in Winona.
… moreWe tried the ribs and pulled pork complimented by beans, mac & cheese and cole slaw. Meat was good, sides were okay. Was surprised they only had two sauce options with tiny servings provided in pre filled little containers. Don’t be surprised if you have to ask for more.
Comfortable seating in a strip mall just off highway 61 in Winona.
Jeremy Robinson
Great ribs and brisket. Super friendly and helpful woman at the counter steered us to some excellent mac and cheese. Worth a stop
… moreBrad Ruehle
I had some friends bring me some of their food. I really loved the Rack of Ribs, and I especially liked the flavor of the bark on them. I also was able to have some of the Brisket, which was also very good, even my wife liked it. In addition to the meat, I had their Bacon Mac n Cheese and beans. Both of those sides were fantastic. Pretty good sauces too. I highly recommend stopping in. I know I will stop the next time I am in Winona.
… moreMarti Benson
Texas Twinkie is a 5/5. Service was great. The brisket was good, the sausage did t really have any flavor.
… moreJeff Ellison
The Texas Twinkie is as awesome as I imagined. Finally was able to get one before they were sold out. Also got the Brisket lunch for later.
Lance, Nate, and all the crew are fantastic.
… moreLance, Nate, and all the crew are fantastic.
Lindsey Dowd
The ribs were good! different BBQ options to add. The Mac & Cheese was phenomenal!
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