Ore Nell's Barbecue - Kittery

“We ordered a barbeque platter for two and 75 cent wings. Very fast and good food. I recommend the stone face ipa if you are looking for a good beer to try. Flourless chocolate cake w pecans and vanilla ice cream a great way to round out the meal. This was our first trip to Maine and made a great first impression.”

“Service was good and food was great. Didn't expect BBQ this good in Maine. The brisket was fantastic and the greens were spot on. Also had the banana pudding that included a torched banana (candied crust like on a Crème Brûlée).”

“Freezing cold weather and good ol'BBQ is something I've never associated together. Never thought I would until this last trip. How exactly do you fare against the elements to maintain the proper heat and smoke levels outdoors during this time of the year to yield perfectly smoked meats? What kind of insulation do you have? Or are you just crazy enough to do it indoors and trust that the exhaust vents are reliable enough to prevent you from carbon monoxide poisoning? Don't know but I will definitely ask next time. Obviously, I'll leave it to the pitmasters of northeast to have figured it all out just to keep the product available mostly year round. There is a good following for well prepared brisket, pork, and chicken so if there is a will, there is a way to provide exactly what loyal customers are willing to trek through ice and snow for! Not to mention, to quench their thirst in a way that warms up the soul with their nice selection of drinks. (NOTE: Is it as good as the "true" BBQ states? No. Is it a portal to what those states have to offer? Yes. Is it worth visiting when in the area? Absolute YES.) It's a cute little spot. Comfy and warm and inviting. The staff are not only friendly but VERY polite. You'd feel right at home immediately from the moment you enter. Now that's something you'd expect in the South. As for the food, I was here more as a pitstop than a proper meal but still decided to order the "BBQ for two" since that provided a quick sampling of their primary cuts. Figured if it was too much, I'd pack it; if too little, I'd order the half chicken next or something else that beckons whatever carvings hit next. I must admit that while they sing high praises of their brisket, which was quite good when it came out (it cooled down too quickly), their pulled pork was the *tonguegasmic* homerun for me. It was so juicy, perfectly seasoned that it trumped both the brisket and ribs IMHO. The collards were different from what I'm used to but delightful. And the mac and cheese? Divine. No way you can go wrong with Cabot cheese! All in all, I'll definitely be back and can't wait to be back when in the area again. Definitely recommend anyone to at least visit when around town!”

“Stopped into Ore Nell's after not coming back for a few years. We were happy to come back for my birthday dinner. The food is consistently delicious, and the service is excellent. We sat directly in front of the open kitchen - we love restaurants that have this feature because we get to see all the other food options. We split a 1/4 rack of ribs and the pulled pork sandwich. The meat is tender across the board, and the ribs fell right off the bone. There is no need for additional BBQ sauce, although my husband LOVED the sauce and decided to take some extra home. The vegan queso & mac n' cheese hit the spot and paired perfectly with the meats. They have a decent selection of craft cocktails & draft beers. I ordered the Willie Hank - while flavorful, it was a bit weak in terms of alcohol content. Overall, the food is fantastic and reasonably priced. We will return time and time again.”

“Service: We found Ore Nell’s Barbecue randomly while driving around and decided to stop since parking was easy and the happy hour looked appealing. We sat at the bar and were attended to quickly. Ordering from the happy hour menu was straightforward. While the bartender took our orders promptly, he was a bit nonchalant when asked for drink recommendations, which made the experience feel less engaging. Taste: We ordered the Brussels sprouts from the happy hour menu, and the serving was impressively large and very delicious. We also tried the 1/4 brisket, which had good flavor, and the sauces paired nicely with the meat. The drinks, especially the CBS addition, were interesting, but the old fashioned my partner ordered was poorly made, which was disappointing. Ambiance: The restaurant had a relaxed, casual atmosphere that made it easy to drop in without much planning. Sitting at the bar was comfortable, and the space felt like a typical barbecue spot suited for quick bites or casual hangouts. Overall Review: Ore Nell’s Barbecue was a convenient and decent stop with tasty food and a solid happy hour, though the drink quality and service at the bar could be better. It’s a good quick spot if you’re in the area, but nothing particularly memorable.”