East Valley Tribuneís 2006 Eating and Drinking Awards
Best swine and sweets
Waldo's BBQ
The pulled pork here is heavenly and the warm peach cobbler and hot apple crisp are crave-worthy as well.
>> 4500 E. Main St., Mesa, (480) 807-1645
Best barbecue beans
Joe's Real BBQ
This side dish is like a meal in itself. Chunks of barbecue meat, a variety of beans and a thick, sweet sauce make them irresistible.
>> 301 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, (480) 503-3805
Most missed
R&B Ribhouse
I'm dying for some of those slow-cooked ribs and a bowl of hot bread pudding swimming in a sugary vanilla sauce. If anyone knows where the Payne family barbecue joint disappeared to, please let me know.
Best wings
Native New Yorker