Rodney’s Oyster House

The restaurant and atmosphere are amazing, very warm and welcoming. The service was exceptional, and the food... Easily some of the best BBQ I've had outside of Texas, with a more refined presentation and dining experience overall; Fine Dining BBQ. The Pitmaster Platter was too much food, but in the best way possible! Everything; the appetizers, platter, and sides had such an incredible taste, and the meat was beautifully tender. The desert was exceptional as well, my favorite in a long time!

​If you’re looking for a spot that actually delivers on the "barbecue-as-an-experience" promise, The Carbon Bar remains one of the best in the area. ​We came in as a group of four—all pretty hungry—and opted for a full spread of the ribs and brisket. The seasoning was spot-on; you can tell they aren't just relying on sauce to do the heavy lifting. The meat had that perfect bark and tenderness you'd expect from a high-end pit. For sides, the fries were crisp and the greens provided a much-needed fresh contrast to the rich proteins. ​For the "not-drinking" crowd, the Georgia Peaches (their peach and lemon mocktail) is a standout. It’s vibrant and refreshing without being overly sweet, which is a rare find in a mocktail. ​Save room for dessert. No, seriously. The chocolate mousse (The "Old School" Chocolate Mousse) is decadent, and the Banoffee Pie—rich with dulce de leche and pecans—is the perfect finisher. ​The atmosphere is high-energy and stylish, making it a great pick for a group night out. If you haven't been yet, it’s absolutely worth the visit.

Tried out the Winterlicious menu and enjoyed our experience overall, 3.7/5. Great flavours and portions but texture was hit or miss (the brisket was a bit on the dry side, and some of the ribs were noticeably less tender than the others). Feels like a bar that serves BBQ? *The Carbon Bar Espresso BBQ sauce was memorable though -- very tasty, might buy a bottle for home next time (they have an online shop). The smoked salsa verde that came with the empanada was also delicious (not sure if that's available for purchase though).