Issaquah, WA / BBQ The 28 top-rated bbq in Issaquah, WA, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is kansas city style bbq at Stan's Bar-B-Q (58 Front St N), with a flavor score of 85 out of 100 from 6 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Flavor score 85 out of 100, based on 6 ratings
Ranked # 2
At @ The Black Duck Cask and Bottle| 317 NW Gilman Blvd Ste 31-B Gilman Village Tender ribs fall off the bone, praised for their flavorful bark and delicious honey sauce, making them a must-try.
Flavor score 84 out of 100, based on 13 ratings
Flavor score 78 out of 100, based on 7 ratings
Flavor score 78 out of 100, based on 8 ratings
Flavor score 77 out of 100, based on 8 ratings
Flavor score 77 out of 100, based on 5 ratings
Ranked # 7
At @ Dickey's Barbecue Pit| 710 NW Gilman Blvd Ste D105 Pulled pork is praised for its tenderness and flavor, but some found it fatty or lacking smoke and consistency.
Flavor score 77 out of 100, based on 32 ratings
Ranked # 8
At @ Dickey's Barbecue Pit| 710 NW Gilman Blvd Ste D105 Brisket is praised for its tenderness and smoky flavor, but some found it dry or inconsistent in quality.
Flavor score 76 out of 100, based on 82 ratings
Ranked # 9
Baby back ribs are tender and flavorful with a good dry rub, though some found them dry or lacking in smoke flavor.
Flavor score 76 out of 100, based on 30 ratings
Ranked # 10
Ribs are meaty and tender with good flavor, but some found them dry or lacking smoky depth and sauce variety.
Flavor score 75 out of 100, based on 224 ratings
Ranked # 11
At @ Flat Iron Grill| 317 NW Gilman Blvd Ste 28 Ribs are praised for their flavor and tenderness, but some found them inconsistent in quality and too small for the price.
Flavor score 75 out of 100, based on 19 ratings
Flavor score 74 out of 100, based on 6 ratings
Ranked # 13
Pulled pork is moist and tender but often criticized for lacking smoke flavor and needing extra sauce to enhance taste.
Flavor score 73 out of 100, based on 208 ratings
Flavor score 73 out of 100, based on 8 ratings
Ranked # 15
Brisket is praised for being juicy and tender, yet criticized for lacking a smoke ring and sometimes being dry.
Flavor score 72 out of 100, based on 332 ratings
Flavor score 72 out of 100, based on 6 ratings
Ranked # 17
At @ Dickey's Barbecue Pit| 710 NW Gilman Blvd Ste D105 The ribs often arrive overcooked, dry, and lacking the expected smoky flavor, with some sides described as bland.
Flavor score 69 out of 100, based on 47 ratings
Ranked # 18
The dish offers a large portion but suffers from bland meat, dry brisket, and disappointing sauces that lack flavor.
Flavor score 69 out of 100, based on 11 ratings
Ranked # 19
The hot links were described as just okay, lacking heat and flavor, and overshadowed by better options like brisket.
Flavor score 68 out of 100, based on 30 ratings
Ranked # 20
The sausages were often described as dry and lacking flavor, overshadowed by better options like brisket and pulled pork.
Flavor score 65 out of 100, based on 51 ratings
Ranked # 21
The burnt ends were often fatty, lacking smoky flavor, and served inconsistently, disappointing many who expected better quality BBQ.
Flavor score 65 out of 100, based on 16 ratings
Flavor score 65 out of 100, based on 5 ratings
Flavor score 62 out of 100, based on 8 ratings
Ranked # 24
Pork ribs often came out mushy and bland, lacking smoke flavor and proper seasoning, disappointing many who expected better BBQ.
Flavor score 62 out of 100, based on 21 ratings
Flavor score 61 out of 100, based on 8 ratings
Flavor score 59 out of 100, based on 5 ratings
Flavor score 58 out of 100, based on 6 ratings
Flavor score 56 out of 100, based on 6 ratings
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