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Mike (AZBarbeque)

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Met up with Bear, Dave (thegig) and a new fella we met named Rudy at Kinfolks today for lunch.

Kinfolks is located at 7919 E. Thomas Rd. in Scottsdale, AZ.  It is on the SW corner of Thomas & Hayden 480-947-6440.  The owner's name is Ivan (??)

It was a great day for BBQ.  Just driving up to Kinfolks, you could smell the BBQ.  I got there early and talked with Ivan.  He told me he mixes his mesquite and hickory woods together to get that great smell, and it was fantastic.

While waiting, I ordered up one of their appetizer sampler plates and just as everyone got there, it arrived.  Fried Mushrooms, onion rings & Jalepano poppers.  It was all great.

I ordered up their super sampler platter for lunch so that I could get a taste of a variety of their BBQ.  It came with Pulled Pork, Pulled Chicken, Pulled beef and Beef ribs along with a side of beans and corn on the cobb.  Truely a feast fit for a King.  I couldn't get through it all, but it was very good.  The pork was perfect as was the beef and the ribs.  The chicken was a bit dry, but it still tasted great.

It was refreshing to see them bring a side of BBQ sauce rather than pour it on prior to serving it.  This way I got to taste the true food and not just the sauce.  I did add a bit of the great sauce, but just to enhance the flavor a bit.

The drinks they serve there come in large mason jars, so it keeps your thirst quenched for a while and it was a neat concept.

Kinfolks is a great place to go for lunch, they were packed today and after talking with Ivan, he said it is like that every day.  They also have a great take out catering menu with very reasonable prices, so if you are looking for a great lunch to bring into the office or to have at one of your events, this would be a great place to try.

Dave (thegig) had "The Pig" which was 3/4 lb of their great pulled pork on a sandwich bun.  He said he really enjoyed it.

Rudy had their sausage link sandwich and it was very hearty and from what Rudy said, it was very tasty.

Bear had the beef ribs, I will let him post his thoughts on those as well as the experience we had at Kinfolks.

It is a very friendly atmosphere there, they greeted everyone who came in so that everyone felt welcome.  If you do stop by, make sure to say "Hello" to Ivan. 
#1 - April 28, 2006, 06:54:16 pm
Michael J. Reimann
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If God wanted us to be Vegetarians, why did he make animals out of meat??

bearbonez

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 I was satisfied. I had the pork spare ribs with the slaw and beans. But before putting the cart before the horse....The onion rings..I like onion rings,strings, blossoms etc. if they are done right. Many many places just screw them up. Either over cooked, or batter is greasy, or too much batter. These moe clumps of onion strings than rings. I am guessin they are made there. The onions we're cooked just right, and the batter was light, but well seasoned and crisp. Most onion rings I may eat one or 2 and end up throwing them out. These we're right on.
 The ribs on the tip was a we bit dry, but most was moist and pulled away from the bone. The had a flavorful dry rub. I am guessin he does them without foiling, and dry. Which is the way I prefer to cook mine. I will mop at end of a cook, but I dig on dry ribs. The cole slaw was fresh. The veggies were crisp and sauce was pretty good. I like slaw with a bit of a vinegar bite to em, but I enjoyed Ivan's slaw. The beans we're also good. More of a southwestern spice to them instead of the ol sweet as hell doctored up bush's baked beans.
 A slice of cornbread was also served. It too was good. Moist and with flavor. Again Ivan did what was good and not what was mainstream. I am not a fan of northern style cornbread which is with lots of sugar for too sweet a cornbread. I prefer the southern stlye, being more savory and balancing the sweet with honey and butter, which he has at the table!!
 If I had anything to complain about, it is that there was no greens on the menu. Some collards would have really rounded out the meal.
I definately will return and recommend it.
#2 - April 28, 2006, 10:30:12 pm
David "Bear" Nunley

ron b

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wow sounds good wish i could eat some of that but i will take my family there and i live on i17 and cactus :o :o :o
#3 - April 29, 2006, 07:35:38 am
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bearbonez

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Awww helll. I am right down the road from ya. We have ben staying at thunderbird and 7th st. It is worth the drive over. Only took bout 20 minutes orso. My perception of driving is still Hawaiian time though. I am used to 1 hour drive to go 10 miles.
#4 - April 29, 2006, 08:11:40 am
David "Bear" Nunley

Mike (AZBarbeque)

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Ate Lunch here again on Tuesday, had the "Pig" sandwich with Spicy Fries, boy is that sandwich a good one.

This BBQ Diet doesn't seem to be working too well...  ;D
#5 - June 08, 2006, 12:54:14 pm
Michael J. Reimann
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If God wanted us to be Vegetarians, why did he make animals out of meat??

Mike (AZBarbeque)

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My Daughter Rochelle (Brat) and I met up with Ryan (Devil Daddy) and Dave (The Gig) over here for lunch again today.

Had the Sausage Links sandwich and it was fantastic.  Ryan had the Sampler, Dave had the Pig sandwich and my Daughter Rochelle had the Ribs.  It all came out fantastic and we were all very full after lunch.

Great place to go, Ivan is a great host and the atmosphere there is fun.  ;)
#6 - July 10, 2006, 02:20:13 pm
Michael J. Reimann
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If God wanted us to be Vegetarians, why did he make animals out of meat??

ddog27

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That is three lunches there since April!! :o :o  I am starting to think you like that place! ;D ;D ;D
#7 - July 10, 2006, 04:31:20 pm
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Mike (AZBarbeque)

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Ddog,

I really like the owner, Ivan, he is really a great guy.  From the South, so he cooks that ole Southern BBQ...

Just a great atmosphere.  And besides, I was down there anywhy dropping off some flyers for the Lake Pleasant BBQ Cook-off.  :D

Got to get the BBQ places to buy into it...  ;)
#8 - July 10, 2006, 06:22:37 pm
Michael J. Reimann
Realtor - Clients First Realty (Real Job) - www.TheReimannWay.com
Owner/President - AZBarbeque - #1 BBQ Club in Arizona
Owner/Pitmaster - AZBarbeque Catering - www.AZBarbequeCatering.com

If God wanted us to be Vegetarians, why did he make animals out of meat??

bearbonez

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 Yup, Ivan is cool people. Dig that cornbread.
#9 - July 15, 2006, 09:02:20 am
David "Bear" Nunley

Mike (AZBarbeque)

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Just met Aaron at Kinfolks for lunch again today.

Great BBQ Resturant, Ivan really has some great food.  Very moist and tasty.

I had the Super Sampler today, Pulled Pork, Chicken & Brisket along with half a rack of ribs and 2 sides (Spicy Fries & Potato Salad).

Great meal.

If you get a chance, try out Kinfolks.  It is located on the Southwest Corner of Hayden & Thomas and is behind the Shell Gas Station.

Tell him Mike from AZBarbeque referred you.

Enjoy!!!
#10 - April 03, 2007, 04:26:10 pm
Michael J. Reimann
Realtor - Clients First Realty (Real Job) - www.TheReimannWay.com
Owner/President - AZBarbeque - #1 BBQ Club in Arizona
Owner/Pitmaster - AZBarbeque Catering - www.AZBarbequeCatering.com

If God wanted us to be Vegetarians, why did he make animals out of meat??

ron b

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I had the Super Sampler today, Pulled Pork, Chicken & Brisket along with half a rack of ribs and 2 sides (Spicy Fries & Potato Salad).




thats all you ate? lol  O0
#11 - April 03, 2007, 05:04:33 pm
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We ate there last week,i have to agree he puts out some good Q.
#12 - April 03, 2007, 05:55:44 pm
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colleenchassis

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I love Kinfolk! When I went there the first time, I ordered a large BBQ sandwich because I was pretty hungry.  :o Was I in for a shocker! It was a serving size large enough for a skinny family of 4. The warm BBQ sauce really got me sucked in and now I am hooked. I can't wait to go back!
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Don't skip the skookie at Kinfolk's.  It's one of the best skillet chocolate chip cookies on the planet.
#14 - March 22, 2008, 04:32:45 pm
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The onion rings..I like onion rings,strings, blossoms etc. if they are done right. Many many places just screw them up. Either over cooked, or batter is greasy, or too much batter. These moe clumps of onion strings than rings. I am guessin they are made there. The onions we're cooked just right, and the batter was light, but well seasoned and crisp. Most onion rings I may eat one or 2 and end up throwing them out. These we're right on.

I have to agree about the onion rings! That is why I had room for my sandwich. We could have just eaten that giant loaf of onion rings with their BBQ sauce. That sauce was so good, I could drink it!  >:D
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