My visit to Dreamland....and I wasn't even in Alabama.

by skigator93 on Oct 22, 2009 9:38 AM CDT Comment 36 comments

Yesterday I stopped by Dreamland's Peachtree Corners, GA location (there are 2 locations in the Atlanta area according to their menu board) and had a fantastic lunch. I know they are famous for their ribs, but I was in work clothes and didn't want to chance going back to work with barbecue sauce all over my shirt. I had the chopped pork sandwich instead with a cup of stew and both were fantastic. The stew was a pleasant surprise - it rivals the best in town here. The sandwich was good, and it was huge - and that is the regular size.

I definitely need to make it back there for the ribs though. Also, I noticed they catered.....so any of you guys who might be in town say, early December, might think about having some familiar food at your tailgate. I'm sure it's not the same as the original, but it is pretty damn good.

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I’ve only been to the Birmingham Dreamland, but I wasn’t all that impressed with their ribs. Of course I hear the original place is much better, so take that for what it’s worth. My favorite BBQ joint is the original Corky’s in Memphis.

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by Zoltar on Oct 22, 2009 9:54 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Corky's (the original on Poplar Ave)

has the best Memphis style BBQ sandwich in the world. Got to eat it Memphis style though with the cole slaw on it.

For wet ribs the best I have ever had is either at Interstate BBQ or Neely’s in Memphis.

I ate at the Dreamland in Northport, only bc it is close to home and the ribs were so so. Some were way too dry and I think they threw in some old ones, while other were as good as the original Dreamland.

I wouldn't piss off the boys from Alabama . . . DBT

by I hate UT on Oct 22, 2009 10:09 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Not a big fan of Corky's

It is probably because I had it in Tunica at Sam’s Town casino. It was all-you-can eat and came with a draft beer – your choice of Keystone or Keystone Light. I saw at least a dozen people eating there (including some women) who would dwarf Cody. Watching 400 pounders pile ‘cue on their plates after they have just lost their entire paychecks in 20 minutes doesn’t exactly stimulate the appetite.

by skigator93 on Oct 22, 2009 10:31 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

There's actually 2 on poplar

though they are pretty far from one another. I graduated from Rhodes College in Memphis, and my friend’s parents made reservations for our families to eat at “the corky’s on poplar”. Well, we show up and the people at Corky’s have no idea what we’re talking about. Turns out the reservations were at the Corky’s on east poplar, about 30 miles away.

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-Hank Hill

by Zoltar on Oct 22, 2009 11:03 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Oh, yeah

the original is in what is called east Memphis although it is not really that far “east” anymore. I used to work next door at an outfitter and man it was tough to smell that stuff all day and not go get a sandwich. We had this guy from NY work for us one winter and he ate Corky’s everyday. He couldn’t believe it.

I wouldn't piss off the boys from Alabama . . . DBT

by I hate UT on Oct 22, 2009 12:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

neely's interstate and/or topps > corkys

all three are good but interstate and topps are the best in memphis. at least based on my dozen or so trips in the last dozen or so years.

welcome to the SEC kiffykins...

by tempebamafan on Oct 23, 2009 4:38 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I agree with Istate for ribs, but Corky for pulled pork sandwich

Topps is good but it is a very different style. I grew up in Memphis on BBQ and really you can’t go wrong with any of these.

I wouldn't piss off the boys from Alabama . . . DBT

by I hate UT on Oct 23, 2009 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'm not too far from the Corky's in Collierville (east Poplar)

and the original one just somehow tastes better. If you’re in Memphis and have had your fill of bbq, give Gus’s a shot (there’s one downtown and another in Collierville). Best…Fried Chicken…Ever!

I’ve never really eaten bbq here and not enjoyed it, but Central BBQ is the best I’ve had anywhere.

by TiderInTN on Oct 22, 2009 1:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

t-town dreamland is the best but bham is good also.

Me and my friends all cringed once Dreamland started opening in Atlanta and other cities (Northport wtf?, mobile, etc.) and also when they started adding menu items. It use to be two choices half slab of ribs or full.

It really is all about the sauce. That is what makes it so good. I prefer the sauce from t-town. Usually pick some up when I get a chance on gameday weekends.

Honestly the other stuff on the menu is darn good too and I am sure the other locations provide almost as good food, but I am a purist and I will always order a half slab when I walk in unless with a friend then we are splitting a full slab and saving 70 cents.

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by Bham03UAgrad on Oct 22, 2009 10:03 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I heard from a girl that works at Dreamland that they are all going to put the full menu at the original too. They already added two items, pudding and something else, slaw?

I wouldn't piss off the boys from Alabama . . . DBT

by I hate UT on Oct 22, 2009 10:10 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

DAMMIT

They’re going to ruin it.

If your “Dreamland” has anything but ribs, drinks, and white bread its a damn abomination.

I'm wrong all the time.

by PeteHoliday on Oct 22, 2009 10:15 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

*it's

its a damn shame that its Thursday and I can’t blame this on Monday and it’s ability to screw up my Englishing.

I'm wrong all the time.

by PeteHoliday on Oct 22, 2009 10:27 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

It's too bad

that people will actually jump on someone for having a small typographical error in a posting. I wouldn’t worry about it.

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by Bamagrad on Oct 22, 2009 11:08 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

THIS

so much this. It sucks that you cannot get Grapico there anymore. There is something so delicious about ribs and that fake grape flavour mixing together in my tummy.

I'm in no condition to drive...wait! I shouldn't listen to myself, I'm drunk.

by That Other Dave on Oct 22, 2009 5:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Also golden flake chips and banana pudding. Their banana pudding is incredible.

by Bama philosophe on Oct 22, 2009 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Actual Dreamland host quote when a visiting fan screwed up and tried to order slaw

“We got ribs and we got bread. If you want slaw there is a KFC down the street”

"Hell, no! A tie is like kissing your sister!"

by LifelongBammer on Oct 23, 2009 10:06 AM CDT up reply actions 2 recs

That is sound advice

As slaw is about the only reason one would ever go to a KFC.

by skigator93 on Oct 23, 2009 11:52 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

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by Bham03UAgrad on Oct 22, 2009 10:16 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Atlanta Dreamlands have a traditional bbq menu

I had slaw as a side, which was outstanding. My wife tried the beans and they were not very good. I don’t care if they add menu items, so long as what they are famous for remains top quality.

Having the extremely limited menu reminds me of Guthries. I liked it better when it was either box or plate. One item that they do well. Now they have salads, breakfast, wings, etc. I am not sure if any of that stuff is good or not because I still only get a box or plate. By the way, I know a lot of people like Zaxby’s, but to me, it is 12 notches below Guthries. their sauce is even a cheap knockoff.

by skigator93 on Oct 22, 2009 10:28 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Win.

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by BamaReturns07 on Oct 22, 2009 11:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

They opened a Dreamland

in Baton Rouge for a while I think. It wasn’t open long. BBQ doesn’t seem to be very popular in south Louisiana.

by BamerinBR on Oct 22, 2009 10:40 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Neither

is hygiene.

BBQ doesn’t seem to be very popular in south Louisiana.

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by Bens4vcobra on Oct 22, 2009 10:53 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Doesn't go with corndogs...

You had me at "ROLL TIDE"!!!

by bamavicki on Oct 22, 2009 10:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The main question in Red Stick

when you go get barbecue is “Barbecued WHAT?!”

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by Stuck in the Plains on Oct 23, 2009 8:36 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Not part of the Dreamland debate

But if you are ever in Roswell, Georgia and want bbq….. check out The Swallow at the Hollow . Some of the stuff is outstanding, although the rest is so-so. Still, there is a canoe full of beer bottles and ice with live music on the weekends. It’s across the street from Greenwood’s (southern comfort food).

I would suggest the link sausage, sliced pork bbq (or chopped if you prefer) with mac & cheese and the potato salad. Add in some buttermilk biscuits and you’re good to go…….. I might have to eat there tonight.

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by DocFumbles on Oct 22, 2009 10:55 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Aaaaaaaaaaand if you're ever on the Gulf Coast

I highly recommend The Shed in Ocean Springs, MS. Very, very good BBQ, and literally the best potato salad I’ve ever eaten.

by sandman227 on Oct 22, 2009 12:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That sounds like my kinda place

I wouldn't piss off the boys from Alabama . . . DBT

by I hate UT on Oct 22, 2009 12:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

the Huntsville Dreamland is not very good at all.....its not horrible....but the bar was set quite high on the original

the hands down explanation for why I have drool on my shirt right now and get the shakes before I enter the Tuscaloosa area on game day weekends is quite simple……………BIGBAD Wolves BBQ…….mmmmmmm mmmmmmmm good………..that and the heroin

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by The Voice of Reason on Oct 22, 2009 1:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

BBW BBQ nachos are a pregame must! Grab some go into egans and have a beer and hollar at chinesdentist.

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by Bham03UAgrad on Oct 22, 2009 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yes there are 2 Atlanta area locations

The other one is in Roswell, which is a northern suburb. I go by every so often just to buy jars of the sauce. I love it and keep a supply on hand for cooking ribs at home. Yummmmm

by AtlBamaGuy on Oct 22, 2009 1:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

In ATL

it’s Harold’s down by the federal prison and that is it!

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by 5026 on Oct 22, 2009 8:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Not a fan of Harold's

I think it’s overrated….but it’s convenient if you are down that way visiting relatives at the pen. I used to like Benny’s BBQ the best (Johnson Ferry and Ashford Dunwoody), but since it closed, I’ve bounced around from pretty good place to pretty good place. I haven’t found a new favorite yet.

I have heard good things about the Swallow in the Hollow – need to give it a try. I also need to try Foxwoods on the eastside.

by skigator93 on Oct 22, 2009 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The real BBQ in...

Memphis is the Cozy Corner. In T-Town…Archibald’s no contest. If you’re in North Alabama go for some Whitt’s or Lawler’s. And if in the wiregrass go for Big Daddy’s (Enterprise) or Hook’s (Opp).

by JunctionCrimson on Oct 22, 2009 9:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

in memphis

we’ve always gone to The Rendevous. I’m surprised no one else has mentioned it?

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by LittleSis on Oct 23, 2009 1:46 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions 0 recs

There is only one Dreamland...

And it involves white bread, beer, and a slab. Everything else is an affront to the name.

/had sauce airmailed to me for Valentine Dinner.

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by Stuck in the Plains on Oct 23, 2009 8:37 AM CDT reply actions 2 recs