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  1. 04-06-2010, 03:26 PM #1
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    Default BBQ question

    Thinking of joining an already running BBQ business and expanding to a roadside kitchen/trailer/smoker operation.

    The question is, if you guys were driving down the road and saw a BBQ trailer, would you stop and try it out? If so, why? If not, why?


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  2. 04-06-2010, 03:31 PM #2
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    Depends how good the smell was emanating from the trailer.
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    This BBQ is some of the best I have had and I wouldn't be investing if it wasn't a great product. Brisket, ribs, and the pulled pork is the smoker chef's specialty! Not to mention some sides like spicy baked beans and smoked mac and cheese with some back and jalepenos in it!! Yum
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    If I'm hungry BBQ usually trumps any other food joint. Whether from a trailer or brick and mortar store.
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    Location location location! Place it in a busy area, not overly busy though. And place it near the lower end income side of town. We all know that good BBQ comes from the heart and soul side of town if you know what I mean without just saying it. Always use catchy wording, like FAMOUS, or MOUTH WATERING. That would get my attention.
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    yes, it if was good. in this day and age of twitter & facebook, provided you have a good product, you should be able to drum up pretty decent business.

    one idea i like: in silicon valley, there are huge corporate campuses w/ crappy cafeteries - people are so busy they can't really spare the time it takes to drive off campus.

    you had the typical "roach coaches" stopping by at lunch time but they are stigmatized.

    some smart dudes have recently been driving around in more "upscale" trucks and the lines are beginning to form at lunchtime.


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    Most definately! Some of the best BBQ that I have ever had has come from the most humble looking places. Best of luck to you man...
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    Thanks all for the replies! This just reassures me that sometimes all you need is some great BBQ and when that need arises, nothing else will do. We have an amazing product, so I know that end is tied up!
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    I would try it.
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  10. 04-08-2010, 01:58 PM #10
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    I would try it. There is a hot dog trailer that is about 2 hours away from my house. Anytime im remotely near the joint i make a point to stop by and endulge. Good food and atmosphere is hard to beat
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