what I ordered: Saw’s BBQ
August 25, 2011 § 4 Comments
It was at Saw’s where I first tried white barbecue sauce.
I’m sorry — white barbecue sauce? What had I been missing all that time? I mean I had lived in Alabama nearly six years before I tried that creamy, tangy, peppery sauce for the first time. It was invented in this state after all, so it’s just a shame it took us so long to be introduced to each other.
Anyways, it’s hard for me to order anything but that whenever I go to Saw’s.
Smoked chicken sandwich with white barbecue sauce with a side of potato salad
Saw’s is located in the neighborhood of Edgewood in Birmingham. You can smell ribs smoking as you drive down the street looking for a place to park, and when you walk in, the atmosphere simply overtakes you. It’s got a simple, casual feel to it — there are posters, eclectic art, newspaper clippings, and sports paraphernalia all over the walls. And that sweet barbecue smell seeps into your hair and clothes. It’s beautiful.
Next time I go, I will make myself order the pulled pork sandwich with Saw’s own barbecue sauce. But I had to show the sandwich I crave so often.
Oh, is this amazing with a tall, cold PBR.
What I ordered: Smoked chicken sandwich with white barbecue sauce; side of potato salad; a PBR
Where I ordered it: Saw’s BBQ
What’s in it: Slowly smoked chicken with white barbecue sauce (usually a blend of mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, cayenne pepper, and lots of black pepper), topped with pickles on a bun.
What it tastes like: Oh, it’s creamy and tangy all at once. And the pickles add a delightful zip. Please go to Saw’s and order this. This is the sandwich that made me want to explore all aspects of barbecue.
Oh—and here’s a heads up: Saw’s closes at 7 every evening. It’s more popular as a lunch spot, but just keep that in mind if you’re ever heading over there for dinner.
You have to try the loaded baked potato with smoked chicken, cheese and broccoli sometime. And get it with the white and red sauces–so, so good. Actually, I kind of want one now…
Omg — I have been wanting to try that, too! Oh well, another excuse to go.
That sounds amazing, I’ve never tried it, now I must!
Yes! You should if you ever have the chance. It is fantastic!