Let's Talk BBQ
General => General Discussion & Topics => Restaurants, BBQ Joints and reviews => Topic started by: happyappy on October 25, 2013, 09:43:22 AM
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I'm afraid what I'm going to say next may be me excommunicated as a heretic. ???
I tried the brisket sandwich at Arby's and I liked it.
Yep...Arby's. Fast food place with the big cowboy hat sign.
And yes, I thought it was very tasty. Brisket was tender, with nice smoke and flavor. And while I never think of putting cheese on a brisket sandwich, the gouda cheese melting on top of the brisket added a creamy tang that was really nice. And fried onions are good on anything.
Next time you are grabbing some fast food, give Arby's brisket sandwich a try.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-0Tzc0Orcih4/UmRLxeyaUVI/AAAAAAAATr4/qxiQGMSNut8/w727-h553-no/Arbys+Smokehouse+Brisket.jpg)
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I love Arby's! Their market fresh sandwiches are really good!
That sandwich looks great! I am going to have to give it a try ;)
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In the Arby's commercial, the gentleman speaking about how long he smokes his brisket is none other than Neil "Bigmista" Strawder, of Bigmista's BBQ in Long Beach, CA.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBtdTCY8_L4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBtdTCY8_L4)
Haven't tried one myself. Afraid I might like it too. ???
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My thought when I saw the commercial was that I was sure it would be tasty (fast food joints know how to do tasty) but I am not so sure about the authenticity. That being said, I don't believe brisket should be served on a sandwich in the first place. ::)
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Im going to try that next Friday. I alwAys buy lunch on payday.
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I don't know. Just seams wrong. But if I am out and have nothing to eat sounds better than fast food burger right now. Mayo on it to coat the mouth to make it taste more BBQ without adding more meat.
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My thought when I saw the commercial was that I was sure it would be tasty (fast food joints know how to do tasty) but I am not so sure about the authenticity. That being said, I don't believe brisket should be served on a sandwich in the first place. ::)
Comments like this confound me. I want good food, whether it is "authentic" or not. Heck, if you could make good brisket in a microwave, I would be fine with microwaved brisket.
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My thought when I saw the commercial was that I was sure it would be tasty (fast food joints know how to do tasty) but I am not so sure about the authenticity. That being said, I don't believe brisket should be served on a sandwich in the first place. ::)
Comments like this confound me. I want good food, whether it is "authentic" or not. Heck, if you could make good brisket in a microwave, I would be fine with microwaved brisket.
Authentic in taste not in prep method. I like a Whopper or Big Mac too (both very tasty), but I would hardly call either a real (or authentic) hamburger.
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My Mama's favorite ribs are from the Sizzler...so you can stay ;) ;)
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My Mama's favorite ribs are from the Sizzler...so you can stay ;) ;)
Now I never said this was my favorite brisket... :)
I typically don't eat a lot of fast food, but I've been traveling a bit lately. If it helps me stay a part of the family here; I also tried the pulled pork from Burger King....nasty, nasty, nasty. Worse than McDonald's "Riblet"...
Thanks for letting me stick around awhile.
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Interesting. I would have never guessed. And I didn't think there was anything nastier than a McRib!
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Authentic in taste not in prep method. I like a Whopper or Big Mac too (both very tasty), but I would hardly call either a real (or authentic) hamburger.
Just so I understand your viewpoint—not that I agree or disagree right now. Are you saying that in order to be "real" (your word) or genuine (my word choice) something has to be prepared in the traditional way?
If that's your position the sous vide advocates might not completely agree with you.
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Authentic in taste not in prep method. I like a Whopper or Big Mac too (both very tasty), but I would hardly call either a real (or authentic) hamburger.
Just so I understand your viewpoint—not that I agree or disagree right now. Are you saying that in order to be "real" (your word) or genuine (my word choice) something has to be prepared in the traditional way?
If that's your position the sous vide advocates might not completely agree with you.
I said the opposite. I said "not in prep method." I don't doubt the sandwich will taste OK. I just can't see it tasting like good brisket.
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Tender brisket as with any other tender meat make for a great sandwich.
I have used left over Tri-tip, brisket, and even rib-eye steak for a sandwich.
And they have all been really good!
Arby's is one of the few healthier fast food alternatives left IMHO.
If you get a chance try their market fresh BLT. It is really good! It comes on some great bread!
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^ Right, but at some point before the sandwich those all tasted like the real thing. I have nothing against Arby's (well... except for their prices). It is still fast food though, no matter how they market the cook time. I can throw a brisket in a crock pot for 13 hours and have it cooked. Doesn't make it taste like brisket should taste though.
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That being said, I don't believe brisket should be served on a sandwich in the first place. ::)
What??? :o Well throw me in the penalty box then, 'cause that's exactly how I prefer my brisket - on a good bun with a little tangy sauce and topped with some vinegary slaw. But what do I know (I'm only the guy who has to enjoy it)?
That's my story and I'm sticking to it! ;D
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That being said, I don't believe brisket should be served on a sandwich in the first place. ::)
What??? :o Well throw me in the penalty box then, 'cause that's exactly how I prefer my brisket - on a good bun with a little tangy sauce and topped with some vinegary slaw. But what do I know (I'm only the guy who has to enjoy it)?
That's my story and I'm sticking to it! ;D
Thick, sliced and fatty for me. Bread on the side if you're into such things. And for God's sake no sauce. :D It's all good though as long as I don't get it served chopped, on bread or sauced (or lean). That way I can enjoy it my way and everyone else their way.
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Well Happy it's looks as though you have scraped by on this one.... The picture certainly looks good... I like the brisket Sub at Fire House. Sauce and all!!!!
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Other than in competition, there are no style points. If it tastes good to you, that's perfectly okay ;D
I cook barbeque in two styles -- "friends and family" and competition style. They are similar in result but vary greatly in complexity because in competition I'm dotting every conceivable "i" and crossing every single "t" and double-checking that I do. One is not superior to the other, necessarily, just more disciplined and consistent.
I feel the same about chili. What I make isn't the limited scope "Texas red" of the chili competition circuit (although I know how to make that). It is, instead, what my wife and I like to eat.
No harm whatsoever in liking Arby's brisket!
Hub
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I am going to Arby's tomorrow night for supper.....gotta try it...............
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Interesting. I would have never guessed. And I didn't think there was anything nastier than a McRib!
I like McRibs.
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took my last hunk of smoked brisket out of the deep freeze last night, need to find some pretzel bunz ;)
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H*ll, I just might have to try one of these!!
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I posted a while back that I like Wendy's Chili......been in the penalty box ever sense.
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I posted a while back that I like Wendy's Chili......been in the penalty box ever sense.
Me too! And I might get one of those on the side!
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I won't mention what Hal and I eat for lunch (and/or breakfast/early dinner) at our BBQ joint.
Hint. It ain't BBQ.
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Looks good to me ;)
For anyone that likes Reubens, Arby's has a really good one - I was completely shocked, but it was excellent for fast food
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Looks good to me ;)
For anyone that likes Reubens, Arby's has a really good one - I was completely shocked, but it was excellent for fast food
Yes, their Reuben is surprisingly good (and filling)!
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I haven't been to Arby's for awhile. I liked their turkey salad market sandwich on the thick sliced whole grain bread. Definitely not your average fast food! Guess I'll have to go back and try the brisket and the Rueben.
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I posted a while back that I like Wendy's Chili......been in the penalty box ever sense.
Smoochy and I took the Tendarub challenge a while back and lived to tell about it, and we are still allowed to hang out here ::)
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Just devoured two of them briskie sammies. Not bad...not bad at all.......just enough sauce, not swimming in it......briskie was tender...wish it was piled a little higher....not a bad offering.................
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I have had the Market fresh and really think they are good. I will try the brisket next time I'm there. Today I went to a fast food joint "Jason's deli" Really good. What do you think?
Fast food isn't always a bad thing.
(http://i1121.photobucket.com/albums/l501/rdelemos/jason%20deli/20131026_111342_zps3c3fca52.jpg)
(http://i1121.photobucket.com/albums/l501/rdelemos/jason%20deli/20131026_111345_zpsf4b341ec.jpg)
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@ RAD
DROOL!!!
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I like Jason's Deli.
I worked at Arby's when I was in high school. The roast beef is an interesting looking beast before it is baked in the oven.
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Very nice sandwich, RAD!
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Looks great RAD!
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Wow, that sliced meat is piled high!
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Rad,
We have a Jason's deli here. I love the Reuben there. I don't think I can buy corned beef by the pound for less than I get corned beef on that sandwich.
Another good one.
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Wow, that sliced meat is piled high!
:P :P :P :P :P :P :P :P
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My thought when I saw the commercial was that I was sure it would be tasty (fast food joints know how to do tasty) but I am not so sure about the authenticity.
I'm sorry that I'm so dense, Billy. I went back to your original statement to get clarification. (I added the emphasis.) Did you mean that it might taste good but it wouldn't taste like traditional brisket?
That being said, I don't believe brisket should be served on a sandwich in the first place. ::)
I smiled at this 'cause I'm originally from Minnesota and North Dakota where BBQ is uncommon cuisine. The only way I've ever eaten brisket is on a sandwich.
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My thought when I saw the commercial was that I was sure it would be tasty (fast food joints know how to do tasty) but I am not so sure about the authenticity.
I'm sorry that I'm so dense, Billy. I went back to your original statement to get clarification. (I added the emphasis.) Did you mean that it might taste good but it wouldn't taste like traditional brisket?
That being said, I don't believe brisket should be served on a sandwich in the first place. ::)
I smiled at this 'cause I'm originally from Minnesota and North Dakota where BBQ is uncommon cuisine. The only way I've ever eaten brisket is on a sandwich.
Yes, I think it might taste good but just wouldn't taste like brisket by the time they "fix it up" and hide what possible brisket flavor there may be (in the same way a Big Mac tastes good but doesn't really resemble a hamburger). I will try one, and perhaps I will be proven wrong. Maybe they will just serve me up a big hunk of the meat on the side so I can actually taste it. ;D Just having fun with the sandwich comment, BTW. I'm sure brisket is great on a sandwich. I just can't bring myself to do it except occasionally (but still rarely) with the leftover pieces.
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No pictures but I tried the Arby's Smokehouse Brisket sandwich today and really liked it. The meat was not all that Smokey but the bbq sauce was. I had the Sandwich and a small Pepsi it came to $7.45 with tax. A little more than I like to spend but would like to see it on there permanent menu for when I need a fix :)
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We're probably tired of this topic by now, but I just had the brisket sandwich at Arby's and thought I'd share my thoughts. The meat was pretty good. It had a nice smoke taste, but it was salty. My thought's are that after they smoke it at whatever central location they are using (my local Arby's is definitely not smoking anything there) they pack it it some kinda preservative brine before shipping it to all the various Arby's which leaves it with the saltiness. Other than that, the meat was fairly good. Now for the sandwich. They put fried onions and gouda cheese on it. Both were too much for the sandwich. Balance is important. After I thinned the onions and cheese, the sandwich was better. What was very bothersome was that they slathered mayo on the bottom bun. Taste vary, but for my taste mayo and brisket do not belong together. I could easily ask for no mayo though, had I known that they would put it on the sandwich. Overall, it was OK, but not great. I'd rather just stick with their original roast beef.
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THE MC RIB IS BACK!!
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THE MC RIB IS BACK!!
That is a whole ether thread ???
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Rad,
We have a Jason's deli here. I love the Reuben there. I don't think I can buy corned beef by the pound for less than I get corned beef on that sandwich.
Another good one.
I had Reuben the great on Friday - The sauerkraut was some of the best I've ever tasted and the corned beef was outstanding. I haven't had a bad meal there yet. I'm about 15-20 minutes from work and we were back to work in just over an hour. I really don't know how they turn a buck but I'm not complaining.