Saucehouse BBQ CATERING & Pickup
Saucehouse BBQ CATERING & Pickup
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About Saucehouse BBQ CATERING & Pickup
Saucehouse BBQ was founded in 2013 by UGA graduate Christopher Belk with a commitment to making everything from scratch and letting the smoke do the talking. The restaurant quickly became one of the most popular barbecue spots in Athens, GA, earning over 1,270 reviews at 4.5 stars with a menu that covers all the essentials: brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and sides that stand on their own. The brisket on a baked potato with cheese sauce and sweet molasses sauce is a fan favorite that borders on addictive. Hickory tots, which pile pulled pork over tater tots with cheese sauce and toppings, are exactly as indulgent as they sound. The BBQ egg rolls filled with pork and slaw or brisket and mac and cheese have become a signature item that people order every time. In 2025, Saucehouse shifted its model from walk in dining to catering, private events, and pickup orders. The restaurant no longer offers traditional dine in service, but fans can still pick up orders seven days a week from the W Broad Street location. The catering operation has grown significantly, serving weddings, corporate events, and private parties across the Athens area. They ask for 48 hours notice on catering orders. The event space, The Veranda, operates alongside the BBQ operation and hosts private events in a venue that pairs well with the food. For Athens residents who fell in love with Saucehouse as a restaurant, the pickup model preserves access to the food even as the business has evolved. Pricing remains in the $ range, keeping it accessible for everyday meals and large group orders.
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Athens Scoop says: Order the hickory tots for pickup and thank us later. The catering operation is also the real deal for events.
Cody Dyer
a year ago
We had an amazing experience at Saucehouse BBQ today with a party of 45-50, and they handled it perfectly! The staff was courteous, efficient, and welcoming. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Christopher Belk, and the manager, Ms. Linda, both of whom made sure everything ran smoothly. Despite the large group, the service was fast, and the food was fantastic! I ordered the pulled pork with nachos, cheese, and salsa, along with mac ’n cheese and beans—everything was delicious. The sweet tea was great, and the banana pudding was excellent! The indoor seating is spacious and comfortable, perfect for large groups, and the outdoor seating area is just as impressive! There are games for groups to enjoy outside, porch swings on the wrap-around porch, and rocking chairs to relax in. Whether you’re dining solo or with a big group, I highly recommend Saucehouse BBQ! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Steve Finch
a year ago
Our family was in town for Freshman Orientation and we’re looking for a convenient place to eat. Saucehouse was very close to where we were staying, located on the corner of W Broad and N Church. We all ordered the 1/4 lb pulled pork plate, but each of us got different sides. That worked well, as we got to sample a variety of tastes. Everything was pretty tasty, and the wide selections of sauce at the sauce station made sure you could fine tune to a taste you enjoyed. For example, my collard greens were good on their own, but the addition of E Carolina sauce made pushed them to very good. Be sure to mention if you are a first-time visitors, they will take care of you! 3 1/4 plates, no drinks, $43.74 before tip.
David Fro
a year ago
Very cool fast casual/cafeteria style BBQ joint. I got the Nachos with brisket, collard greens, fried ocra, and the rum yum yum cake. It was a HUGE amount of food and all so good. I was on a work trip and was soo disappointed I couldn't take my leftovers. I'm not usually a fan of rum cake but their take was so good. The sauce wall was great too!
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