Jim ‘n Nick’s Bar-B-Q

One the best barbecue restaurants I’ve been to. The staff was very courteous. I had the pull pork and brisket with sides of mash potatoes and mac ‘n cheese. It was all amazing.

On one hand, we appreciate that they were open during the icy weather (In all honesty, the storm had passed the day before and the main roads were clear. Some of the side roads were icy, but safe to drive slowly and carefully on). On the other hand, we were really offended that they rushed us out of the restaurant, so they could close early at 8:30pm. In fact, because of the weather, we’d called beforehand to ensure that they would be open and wouldn’t mind seating us in the 10minutes it would take us to drive there. Despite the assurances of the hostess, the manager posted a closed sign on the front door 5 minutes after we were seated and the staff proceeded to give us dirty looks while attempting to rush our meal. If anyone had told us before being seated that they had planned to close so early, we would have gladly ordered our meal to go. Instead, we were seated at 8:25 and rushed out of there at 8:45.
The food is mediocre at best and supposed to be Alabama style (Why? We were in NC, which has amazing Bar-​B-​Q). This is one of those chain Bar-​B-​Q joints that cooks all of their food early in the morning and just reheats it when the customers order their food (our food was barely room temperature). The meats were dry and required tons of the sauce for flavor, but too much of the sauce covered up any of the smoky flavor that was supposed to be in the meal. On a positive note, the ribs had a great pink smoke ring on the outside of the pork. Also, we ordered their «Smoked» Buffalo Wings. They may have been smoked at one point, but ours were fried. Note to restaurants: Don’t advertise something on your menu and serve something else; it is very rude. The sides were sad. We didn’t enjoy the coleslaw or mac’cheese because they were under-​seasoned. We didn’t eat more than half our fries due to being over cooked. The Collard Greens were decent, not too greasy and had a hint of the pork flavoring. Finally, the biscuits would be good if served warm. They are a little odd though, I’m used to corn bread biscuits being either cheesy (savory with salt too) or sweet; not both.
Overall, the food deserves 2.5 to 3 stars for taste alone. However, the food is over-​priced and our dining experience wasn’t enjoyable. Our main waitress served our table, but she didn’t really wait on us. She’d run by, drop off a new drink (instead of refilling it) or something we didn’t order/​need, and then run off to finish closing her stations for the night. The waitress-​in-​training was never seen again after taking our orders. The manager even ran by in an attempt to snatch up our squirt-​bottles of sauces, before realizing his error and taking off. We’ve had a lot better and would try a different place for Bar-​B-​Q if we are ever back in the area.

We did the NASCAR experience and intended to head to Lexington for bbq but we ran out of time so we hit this place in concord. The waitress was great the food was incredible. We did the deluxe order and got everything on the menu. Amazing Carolina bbq and it was nice to see some brisket and turkey in the mix. Great location! Recommended to anyone in the area. Nothing we ate was bad or even close to bad. Love it!

I’ve been here a few times since moving to the Concord area. I’ve enjoyed myself each time I’ve been here. Food has been good each time, large portions, the cornbread biscuits are amazing! The BBQ is solid.
The wait staff is nice, but you can go awhile with out being checked on, and if you are in a rush, you might as well go somewhere else, they are in no worry to rush you out of there. Which is a good thing some times if you have time to spare, if you are in a rush, obviously not the best. Also, means you should ration your drink, can go a little longer than you should with a empty cup.
I haven’t need to seat a large party, but I’ve been there while a few were in attendance, it seemed the staff was more than willing to make arrangements for large parties.

On vacation from South Fl, stopped in for the incredible cheese biscuits I read about. No lie best biscuits I’ve ever had. Baked to perfection, I was in honey butter cheese biscuit heaven.
As for the reviews I read about the servers, have to admit our waitress, Dana, was really nice and sweet. Even for a small hiccup we had were she forgot to bring the sweet tea after asking twice she owned up to it and brought it out right away. She was great though, had great suggestions about the food.
Now as for the food, just like the biscuits the food was just as great. I ordered the lunch loaded Mac n Cheese with BBQ pork and side of coleslaw. The coleslaw complimented the pork like they were meant for each other, it was so yummy.
My boyfriend ordered the double decker meal as per the suggestion of our waitress. Its supposed to be sandwich like meal but she suggested to have the buns on the side so the meat is on the plate and the sides. He had pulled pork and brisket. The pulled pork was moist and great with the sauce, I myself tried the brisket, I’m not a huge brisket person it’s too dry for me, but he really liked it had great flavor just like the pork. The sides were Mac n cheese and baked beans, both delicious.
Lastly Dana brought me out a chocolate cream pie it was perfect, I had never had one before and I will say Best dessert ever, the chocolate wasn’t too overpowering and blended well with the whipped cream.
Leaving here, I’m here kicking myself in the butt for coming to such a delicious restaurant that I have no where near me back home.

I LOVE everything about this place! And be sure to save room for dessert. Every pie on the menu is worth its weight in calorie consumption. I’m that girl that orders a slice to eat there and a pie to go home with.

Went here with the wife, son and his girlfriend… Pork BBQ nachos… I will say more, but that already says volumes!!! Man, what a way to start. I would never have put this together, but spicy salsa, cheese, jalapenos with delicious pulled pork BBQ, so remarkably good and what a balance! Oh, and don’t forget the cheesy hot muffins they bring you while you’re waiting for your meal. As for the meal… oh yeah. They do brisket right! The smoke is really identifiable on the meat, and it is so tender each bite is as easy as the last one. No tearing away, or architectural failures fighting with tough meat here. I tried both sauces on the table. I admit it, I am a vinegar man, so went with it. The sweet BBQ is nice, but just doesn’t do the job as far as I am concerned. The greens were delicious too, I really wish it was a bigger serving, I almost ordered a second helping. I know we will be back to either this location or their other location on the other side of Charlotte, both are AWESOME!!!

This was a great place for us to go on our business trip to Charlotte. My colleague had the burger, which was really good and I had the Carolina style pork which was great. The biscuits that they give you our miniature and have a ton of butter and a little bit of cheese, which makes them unbelievable. I saw some complaints about rude staff, but we did not receive any problems from ours.

Exceptionally mediocre. Chopped pork was ok. Sides were not noteworthy. Waitress kept apologizing for «working on my beer,» which she delivered after the food. I guess I’m accustomed to excellent local cuisine in Asheville.

Take out
Waitress rude as ever
Food undercooked
Called manager-​made excuses for server
Not happy at all
Will NOT be back ever
Biscuits were delish

This location got less stars, because our waitress was just a pill. We drove all the way from Raleigh to eat here because we had been to the location in Charleston and loved the Pork Chop. Well, nomore pork chop! We were ok with that though because theres so many great options on the menu that you can find something else thats great and delish. Food = so delicious. Service = 1 star.
Our waitress brought the wrong drinks. She forgot side items. She never refilled drinks during our meal. She never asked us how food was. She never apologized for any of her screw ups. And never put any real effort into making us feel welcome. Thank god the brisket was heaven and made up for it.
By the way, you will smell like a smokehouse when you leave but thats ok if your experience was good! It just kept me hungry into the night but well worth it.

Huge portions of brisker. Smoked over oak, the smoke went all the way through the beef. The sides were typical for this area. The homemade pecan pie was to die for.

OK, I usually try to steer clear of chain restaurants I cannot lie… This place was awesome. This was DAMN GOOD BBQ. The portions were good, not epic, but not skimpy either. The quality of the food was impressive. Delicious, smokey flavor, with thick sauce caramelized on the rib and fresh cut fies. I’m getting hungry again. My wife asked the server for her suggestion. She confidently told my wife try the nachos and my wife loved them.
Oh yeah, the server… Caitlyn was our server and she was great. She explained everything on the menu and answered all of our questions. She was quick to get our drinks to us and never let them get empty. When she learned that we were from Ohio and that this was our first visit, she explained how their BBQ could be different from what we’re used to up north. She checked on us often and wanted to make sure that the food was to our liking. Then the manager came over and said that the server informed him that we were from out of town. He wanted to make sure that we were having a good dining experience on our vacation.
The food was really beyond my expectation coming from a chain. But more surprising was the friendliness and sincerity coming from the staff of a chain restaurant. I have a feeling I’ll be back before I head home to CLE.

Really GOOD BBQ! Especially for a franchise. The original Jim N Nicks is in Birmingham, Alabama and as they’ve added locations, they teach the local Pittmasters how to replicate on site the beef, pork, and chicken BBQ smoked over hickory in the original store. Everything is prepared on site daily. There is definitely an Alabama flavor to the bbq here, including the white BBQ sauce (on the side).
I had the brisket which was outstanding! ($ 8.00) Very tender with a great smokey flavor. I didn’t even add any sauce! I’m looking forward to going back to try their pork BBQ. Based on the brisket, it will be great. They have a good range of items on their menu in addition to the beef, pork, and chicken BBQ. Also on the menu are smoked sausage, smoked turkey, ribs, and Brunswick Stew.
Very nice décor with excellent service. The prices are higher than the typical BBQ joint around these parts, but compare pretty favorably to other chain restaurants. Certainly worth a try if you want to venture out from Trafitional NC BBQ.

Second visit.
Very disappointed. Speechless. When we dined in a few days ago, everything was perfect. Well, today… I did a take out and it went horribly bad. Baby back ribs were dry. Not even Applebee’s quality.
Did not have the smoked flavor at all. It tasted and smelled like a very cheap I mean cheap ham. Tough meat. Slaw was not fresh and they put too much pickles on the top of my ribs. Do not know why they packaged pickles with the ribs. Too much. It ruined it. Biscuits were the only thing that were worth eating.
First visit.
1. Front desk– very friendly staff. I was welcomed right away
2. Cheese biscuits– best biscuits I have ever had. Oh my good. Fresh warm soft bitterly cheese biscuits.
3. Baby back ribs– fall off the bone. Do not need Sauce. Came out perfect. Yum…
4. Collard greens– very delicious.
5. Claw– best I have ever had. Fresh. Vinegar and sweet tangy taste is a perfect match with my ribs.
6. Fries– I was really good. Did not have much since my ribs were so good. I normally would finish the fries before I finish my main dish but this time. Nah. I love my ribs so much.
7. Pulled pork/​Carolina style bbq– it was just right amount of vinegar and it was not dried out. Flavor was again… Perfect.
Ps. Had a delightful chat with the kitchen manager bob. He said no freezer is used. In fact they do not have one. Everything is prepared fresh.
We are most defiantly coming back here.
Oh btw… Our server David was awesome. Good job!!!

Wowsie Wow. Heard good things about this place but was skeptical when I saw they had a drive thru. Immediately upon walking into this place you know it’s the real deal. Atmosphere was nice, it was busy but not loud, good lighting, bar area, good music playing in the background, casual but not run down or pretentious, excellent drink selections, basically all around good.
Obviously their smoked meats are their signature. Must try’s are the brisket, Mac and cheese and the banana pudding.
Would definitely go back if I am in the area.

Best biscuits ever!!! I love this place. My boyfriend and I are now regulars. Get the pulled pork nachos… I repeat. get the pulled pork nachos. I am always craving them. Honestly the best thing on the menu. You really can’t go wrong with anything. The BBQ sauce is to die for.
Great customer service! Servers are always friendly and work as a team. Food comes out fresh every time.

I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and time dining here. The staff was extremely friendly. Having not had Morgan Co White Sauce before, they were quite pleased to talk about it.
North Carolina is definitely home to some great creations and the white sauce is one. It’s great with a little smoked turkey or chicken. It is a vinegar and perhaps mayo based sauce with black pepper. It’s kind of a spin off of the eastern vinegar red pepper style maybe. I’ll be making that at home sometime that’s for sure.
Okay it’s a chain and may not be the best BBQ of whatever style you prefer. It does have a pretty darned good selection that is very good. The eastern Carolina bbq reminded me of my Grandmother’s recipe. No two are ever the same of course so you may have to sample to find your favorites.
The smoked turkey was moist, cut with a fork, and had a nice savory smoky flavor all on its own. So did the pulled pork.
All in all they have a great thing going.

If you are a Texas style bbq fan then this is your place, they do have a «Carolina» bbq selection but it’s not anything like the Carolina bbq I grew up on, however; it’s still yummy. The chedder muffins given before you start eating your entrees are delicious.

I came here with a couple of co-​workers for lunch and was surprised at how upscale this Bar-​B-​Q place was. They have a large menu, and super friendly employees. It wasn’t your typical cafeteria style Bar-​B-​Q restaurant and I appreciated that.
The water comes with Sonic style little chunks of ice, and you get cheese biscuits complementary. I thought they were a bit sweet, but my coworker loved them. For lunch I got the cuban with mac and cheese. At first bite I bit into a large piece of gristle which hurt and kind of off-​putting. Other than that it tasted great, as did the macaroni.
It’s a good change from the rest of the chains in the Concord Mills mall area.