This is truly a good BBQ place. It willMelt in your mouth and fill you up. The ribs were fall off the bone tender. Why not?!!? Split a sampler, plenty for 2 people and you get 3 sides. for the foreseeable future. I dream about the Mac and cheese and could really use a slab of their ribs right now. Went to Sweet Ps again last night and the wife for some Florida Hate Eve rage eating to get a nice foundation for today's tailgating. We had their brisket and chicken. They looked incredible! The Mac and cheese was also good, super creamy. The only reason I even gave it 2 stars is it is creamy and rich. This is about as good of bbq as you'll get most any place, and I'm speaking as a visitor from Texas, where bbq is everywhere. Fast & efficient BBQ served cafeteria style. I loved it. If you're in Knoxville it's well worth a stop. Service was fast and super friendly! I ordered the Meatloaf sandwich with Mac n cheese. Fortunately, there are plenty of options for you to spice up your meal in any way or form. Mac and cheese, and Greens n things - once again, best in America. They list anything that isn't vegetarian on the sides list when you walk in. We stopped here on our way to New Orleans, coming from philly and it was good spot! Food was excellent! Watch for the specials they have each day so you can... read moreDelicious. Inside is cute... read moreOH MY GOD THE MAC N CHEESE IS AMAZING! Food was very good. I liked the flavor of the brisket, especially the dry rub but I wasn't too crazy about the cut. The ribs here were the best of any I've had outside my own home. Beautiful little area! The sauce were fair and served the meat well. My husband and I just moved here from California, so we're fairly novice in the bbq world, but we have... My husband and I just moved here from California, so we're fairly novice in the bbq world, but we have had some pretty amazing ribs in our time. Today's Top Stories 1 ... Sweet dreams are made of (grilled) cheese. The mac and cheese side was absolutely delicious. For cafeteria style on a less than busy, freezing cold night, everything was hot and fresh. They came with two dipping sauces; one was ranch and the other was amazing but I don't know what it was. made. The brisket was flavored nicely but the cut itself was not that great for me, definitely need some fatty part to reduce the dryness of the meat. Bittersweet Bakery on Wolfe Street has mastered the sweet and savory world of pastries. All of the food was good,... read moreAwesome place!!! My boyfriend and I were looking for a quick cheap place to grab some lunch and took to Yelp to... My boyfriend and I were looking for a quick cheap place to grab some lunch and took to Yelp to find this gem right near Old City. I ordered he bbq burrito. Everything's good, so if they're out of ribs, get the brisket. For people with sever allergies, it is always best and safest to ask. We were able to have our dog with us on the... Great Wings! In your home you live out your creativity and your ideas. Chicken and beef were also choices. I also ordered the spicy beer batter fried pickle spears and that was delicious! Definitely a top recommend in the Knoxville area!!!! Didn't have to wait long to order, and although it was busy, the staff kept the line moving and seats available. My favorite was the mac and cheese with the tater salad in a really close 2nd place. The brisket was phenomenal and I could have eaten another half pound of it to myself. Enjoyed it... 4/5. On our last cross country road trip I found this place on Yelp. THE BEST MAC N CHEESE IN THE WORLD. Other notes:  The parking isn't confusing if you've ever been in a city or downtown area. The spare ribs were a little dry. I got mac and cheese, greens and pinto beans! Lastly, the banana pudding, my favorite!! Getcha one of those with a side of mac-n-cheese and you'll be sure to slap yo momma, it's so good! Fast & efficient BBQ served cafeteria style. Atmosphere is what a BBQ joint should be. We each ordered a chocolate chess pie and ordered one brisket burrito, just in case the other food wasn't enough. The ribs were fall of the bone incredible and the options on sauces were quite solid (I enjoyed the spicy variety, which had a nice sweet heat). Good food. I recommend this place for... read moreVery good BBQ, wings are awesome and the people here are very nice and friendly. I looked up top BBQ In Knoxville... On our way back from Atlanta to Cincinnati, we wanted BBQ for lunch. I ordered the BBQ burrito with a side of mac and cheese. Delicious food. And a... Wow. Passing through town and looking for a good dinner stop. Everything here is delicious so bring an empty stomach. Not a dive at all, but rather a... read moreAte here while passing through to Florida from Michigan. Meatloaf special was delish. Awesome place!!! Pick and choose for the most part, so I did not have to wait for my food. It was awesome. Everyone here is really nice. ... Sweet & Savory Meals. The collard greens were perfectly seasoned as well. There were a couple of options for dipping sauces too which was nice. What more is there to say? Had stopped by to eat really quick and was amazed at how good the food... read moreThis place has great food. Yum! We stopped by for lunch and it was fantastic! My son and I shared chicken and brisket. BBQ, it's phenomenal. Highly recommend going there. I can't say anything about the pork because I didn't try it but I am assuming... My first time here. Loved the green beans. Boy am I glad I... read moreTook some advice from a couple of local youngens and gave this place a try! We also have daily slice features. Oh did I mention the rooftop beer garden? Great Place! Fried pickles should always be in spears. They would never admit it's better than Memphis BBQ but I think it's close. Good portions, great sauces. You really can't go wrong with anything here, and each plate is full enough to share! I'm getting hungry just thinking about this meal again. Another hidden gem! I'm visiting the college with my daughter and had a chance to sneak away for some "alone" time. I would say Sweet Ps is a must see if you're visiting Kno read less, Wow. I always add bbq sauce but their rub was so delicious there was no need for sauce! I had the pimento cheese dip. dreams. The ribs were the highlight. But there is a cheap paid parking lot right across from the restaurant too. On our way back to KC... read moreOMG never thought I'd love BBQ down south but this place was a winner. Got the three meet sampler - pork, ribs, brisket, and the Mac and cheese, green beans, and pinto beans. read less, YUGE serving sizes, YUGE flavor, YUGE fan. read less, This place is dynamite. This place is AMAZING! The ribs and brisket are stellar. This food was so good. Definitely a top recommend in the Knoxville area!!!! Made me feel as if I was eating healthy so I can return to this little place of barbecue heaven. The unique seasoning they add to their meats is amazing, and there's a variety of sauces to add to the meats too. The BBQ has always been fresh and lovingly prepared, and the sides are flavorful without being overwhelming! Thanks for the quick service. I saw this place on Yelp and... read moreWe were passing through Knoxville on the way to Gatlinburg on our honeymoon. It's pretty dang obvious in my opinion. Served... My vote for best ribs in America. The food is good, but I've seriously never felt so welcome as soon as I walked in as we did here. My husband and I were passing through Knoxville on our road trip from New Jersey to Texas. Southern comfort! Quick detour from Interstate. read less, If you're looking for great BBQ in Knoxville, look no further than Sweet P's! I travel a lot. Perfect. Mac and cheese is tasty and brisket is to die for! Fun crowd. Very good BBQ joint! Very cool! Best Q on this week's barbecue tour! read less, Share on Facebook Had Pulled Pork, Brisket, and Ribs. Must go spot if you are in Knoxville read less, I like sweet p'a I think it is probably the best bbq we have in Knoxville however this is not... read moreI like sweet p'a I think it is probably the best bbq we have in Knoxville however this is not the best bbq I have had in TN. Another hidden gem! Also had raw fries and pimento cheese, the salt rub they put on the chips was better than any chips I've had in a long time. Wow. I must say these guys got the right ingredients when it comes to BBQ, greens, and Mac n cheese. This is the quickest we've finished a meal, because it tastes so good there's no reason to take your time. read less, 11/17/18 - update. It looks like it's just off the highway on the map so if your passing through expect to go downtown. read less. The menu is simple, the environment is very downtown cool, and the BBQ was flippin fantastic. The bbq is awesome as well. The... read moreStopped in on a business trip because the reviews were so good. The drawback to Sweet Ps is that (especially if you go on a weekend) it will be crowded. The green beans were ok, nothing to repeat unless your watching your weight. We bring out of town guests here and Sweet P's never disappoints. The Cafeteria style allows you to watch them cook and make your food ready and is order specific. Not only are they friendly,... read moreAvoid the often rude service on weekend nights in Market Square and come here instead! It's just really good southern, comfort food. This restaurant is fantastic! Yes they are pricier than some other bbq joints in town but this... Southern comfort! Next time for sure read less, My vote for best ribs in America. My friend tried the BBQ burrito but he didn't want the beans or slaw inside cuz he's weird, so the cook suggested he add mac n cheese inside and my friend loved it. It was still very good when dipped with sauce but perhaps go with the brisket because it was delicious! I like sweet p'a I think it is probably the best bbq we have in Knoxville however this is not the best bbq I have had in TN. Try all the sauces at the table: thin, thick, and hot. read less, Sweet heavenly ribs I am not joking these ribs are heaven sent. The downtown is fast paced and has a real downtown dive feel where as their other property is a "soul house" on the Tennessee river providing a beautiful view at Sunset. I wasnt really sure what to expect as we had just spent a lot of time in Memphis dining on wonderful BBQ but oh my goodness I was blown out of the water. Walk in, grab a tray, order, they hand you your food and then you pay. From rubber stamps to self-inking stamps, you're able to customize your stamps with personal photos and text to make it truly unique. Now that's looking after your customers. I'm getting hungry just thinking about this meal again. I really can't say anything bad. The brisket is top notch and all of the sides, just spot on!! We stopped by with our 7 year old daughter on Halloween night after some cold trick or treating. I think that this is some of the best bbq in Knoxville. Not only were they understanding and didn't make a big deal about her not ordering food there, they actually made her feel less embarrassed about being picky. I would get the same thing over and over again with how good it is. Ordered a humongous meal and tried several different dishes. Highly recommended a we'll be back! However, the wings Sweet P's have created are thoughtfully prepared, potentially pan-fried, oven baked and then seasoned in a paprika based dry rub or a garlic bbq sticky sauce. Thank you for your continued support. The ribs were a little disappointing, had more gristle than I'd prefer, and the brisket was ok. This will be an annual stop on my way to Asheville every year. Beer was fresh The serving size was a bit larger than average. Everything on the menu is fantastic. Excellent BBQ in Knoxville. The food was great. It was awesome. I had to do it though, I refuse to believe all dry rub ribs in Tennessee tasted like tree barks. I've been making the same homemade mac-n-cheese recipe for years at home and been very happy with it, until now--theirs was so much better than mine. But once we got here is was so good! Amazing. My only disappointment was that I didn't get to try the pimento cheese dip. read less, Took some advice from a couple of local youngens and gave this place a try! Collard greens side were also delish and tangy. But the creativity in the brisket with ghost pepper cheese sandwich on garlic butter Texas toast with blackberry jam on the side (!!!)? The mixture of creamy fresh cheese and tart berries with the earthy and sweet nature of the squash is a masterstroke of pizza making and full of autumn vibes. My family and I came to try this place out based on reviews. We sat at the bar, and the bartenders were very friendly and patient with answering our questions about the choices. The banana pudding was a simmering to the spice. The barbecue buttito is to die for! This place is dynamite. Very expensive for a bbq lunch spot, The tater salad was a great side option and the Mac and cheese was the best I've ever had. We also got the mac n cheese which was smoky and delicious . Everything... and I mean everything... was awesome. You... A perfect place to get bbq downtown. I've been eating sweet peas as long as it's been open and the food never disappoints. It was just a little confusing to us visitors. We walked in and there were a few tables occupied as well as some people in the small bar area. The sauces are to die for but the barbecue is the best I've had. Very cool! They are a bit on the pricey side. Nice leafy greens, plenty of cherry tomatoes and blue cheese, great dressing, and delicious with smoked chicken. My husband loved the banana pudding side. Sign in to shop. Honestly everything on the menu here is incredible. And those smoked dry rub wings are a flavor party that will touch your tongue and slap ya in the brain. We sat outside in their patio area and enjoyed every minute of it. The area has an arty vibe, is in a clean, and safe area . That Mac is something to write home about. We happened to find it while in Knoxville, and decided on the sampler, and literally everything was great, even the mimosas, which was surprising for a BBQ place.