Hogs Hollow Smokehouse - Utica

Decided to try for the first time after driving past it nearly everyday. The last time we tried was during a power outage so we were really looking forward to it. We went in for an early dinner on a Wednesday and were the only guests in the place which was actually really nice. The service was quick and attentive. Our server gave us all kinds of suggestions and was honest about what she liked and didn't like on the menu which was helpful. We started off with some Roasted Brussel Sprouts with bacon and caramelized onions. Delicious flavor! We also had a few drinks which were very fairly priced. We split the three meat Que platter with brisket, pulled chicken, and chicken wings. It came with baked beans, fries, McClures spicy pickles and Texas toast. The pulled chicken was a little dry and not my favorite. That being said the chicken wings were AMAZING! Whatever the rub on the outside was simply delicious. The brisket was nice and tender. Had a nice peppery crust to it also. They give you about 6 different types of BBQ sauce to use during your meal. The Motor City was by far the best. Gin Zing Maple Bourbon being a close second and third. The Texas Toast was disappointing. No flavor at all really. All in all a good experience. It's close to home and worth additional visits. Not the greatest price value for the food, but not terrible. I want to visit again during industry nights for half off drinks!

Overall, service was good, veggies looked fresh, sauces were all above average, but the meats and their preparation were subpar. Maybe a good spot to grab a drink but I would avoid their smoked products. If you know how to smoke you're better off staying at home Had driven by this place dozens of times and it always looks like a great place to grab some lunch or dinner. Finally took the plunge in 6 Jan 2018 and was pretty disappointed. It would appear that their pit master was out on my visit as the meat had very little to no rub or smoky flavor. What it did have was grease and copious amounts of fat in the brisket and pulled pork. I completely understand that fat is useful when properly smoked, this fat wasn't. It tasted like grease and old fat. I didn't even try the ribs I ordered because I 100% lost interest based on their lack of smoke. The corn chips were also deep fired which added to the overly fatty brisket. Jalapeños were fresh and good but way too thick at 1/2 . I hope they can up their meat selection and preparation because this place has potential, but they need to focus on the meat and not the bbq sauces.

Its a great location and great look-and-feel on the first level. They have a small but solid draft selection and its always 100% Michigan beer. The wait staff were always friendly and attentive in my past experiences. This time much more standoffish. The food overall, i 've always gotten the Mac 'N Cheese with delicious smoked meats. For the past few years its been nothing but consistent awesomeness. This past time the Mac N Cheese was a let down. The cheese sauce seemed watered down. The meat wasnt as good. Their bbq sauces are always tasty. But overall I left with disappointment. I hope the quality can pick back up again.

Tried this place for the first time. It was ok, I think we went on a off night. I had the nachos with pulled pork but they forgot the pork. When I told our server she made it right and brought me a bowl. My kids did not like any of the bbq sauces. My hubs had the sliders and he really liked them. He ordered a salad and it never came. We were pretty much the only people at the time eating. So in a nutshell it was ok not spectacular or terrible just ok.

First Off I am a BBQ snob from Kansas City and I have a high standard, but I try to keep an open mind. A friend gushed about this place and it is near my home so my wife and I had lunch their recently. The Ribs had good smoked flavor but a bit too much rub. The Cole Slaw was ok, but should have been colder. Liked the fries and their variety of sauces. My wife had the brisket sandwich. She liked it. I wished I could have tried it. You can learn a lot from how a place does their brisket. I am excited to go back and try the brisket for myself and other menu items. I am glad they are nearby. Cheers