08/23/2026
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I’m not saying Slap Yo Self BBQ is dangerously good, but there is a very real possibility you may need to keep one hand occupied while eating just to prevent yourself from living up to the name.
I had the chance to meet the owner, and he let me sample a couple of his smoked wings; lemon pepper with a buffalo drizzle and honey BBQ. These things were absolutely delectable. Smoky, juicy, loaded with flavor, and the kind of wings that make you stop mid-conversation and stare at the food for a second like, “Wait… what just happened?”
And then you start looking at the menu and realize the man is out here conducting BBQ experiments like some kind of smokehouse mad scientist.
Case in point: The Brueben. It’s his twist on a classic Reuben, except instead of corned beef, he uses an in-house-made brat patty. Sauerkraut, Swiss, dressing, all the familiar Reuben goodness but with a bratwurst plot twist that sounds completely unhinged until you realize it’s actually genius.
He makes his own slaw, the menu is diverse and packed with fun creations, and the smells coming out of this place are borderline unfair.
You know how Pepe Le Pew would catch a scent and suddenly start floating through the air completely helpless, following it wherever it went?
That’s you walking through the mall.
One minute you’re minding your own business. The next minute your feet aren’t touching the ground, your eyes are half closed, and you’re being spiritually summoned toward Slap Yo Self BBQ by the smell of smoked meat.
Then you take a bite and your tongue starts slapping the inside of your mouth in fits of taste ecstasy while the rest of your brain tries to process what’s happening.
At that point, slapping yourself may simply be a reflex.
Fantastic food, creative menu, great owner, and clearly a whole lot of pride going into what comes out of that kitchen.
Slap Yo Self BBQ absolutely lives up to the name. 😂🔥🍖
