Moe’s Original BBQ is fired up after being named the featured tailgate on ESPN GameDay’s live broadcast this Saturday as Duke takes on Notre Dame in Durham. The rib joint’s incredible flavors will take center stage in multiple tailgate segments, building up to an epic feast presented to the beloved broadcasters at the end of the show. Local owners/pitmasters Mobley Estes and Michael Roos’ mouthwatering menu will include tender whole brisket to finger-licking good ribs, smoked turkey, wings, and sausage links plus delicious sides of potato salad and marinated slaw finished off with epic banana pudding and a signature bushwacker cocktail. Additionally, as part of this exciting partnership, the rib joint will be catering its award-winning BBQ for the ESPN Gameday team on Friday for lunch. After the broadcast the party continues at Moe’s Original BBQ at 2014 Hillsborough Rd, right by campus. The restaurant, voted Best BBQ by Durham Magazine, will be celebrating with food and drink specials that include a pound of smoked wings for $10, $5 draft beers, $10 beer buckets, $3 vodka lemonades and seltzers, $5.50 for vodka red bull and $3 fireball shots.
“Moe’s has been fueling fans since 1988,” said founding partner Jeff Kennedy. “We are pumped to be invited on ESPN’s renowned sports show to share our passion for authentic BBQ offerings and Southern hospitality to even more sports enthusiasts.”
Featured in the book An Irresistible History of Alabama Barbecue, Moe’s Original BBQ has also been named in the Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal, one of the fastest growing, emerging restaurant chains by Restaurant Business Magazine, and one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish. Served with red BBQ and Alabama white sauces, Moe’s Original BBQ’s award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken as well as fish and shrimp. Down home Southern sides and tasty desserts complete the menu. Whether guests are gathering for a meal in the restaurant or enjoying whiskey and smoked meats at a Saturday afternoon tailgate, Moe’s Original BBQ strives to offer legendary experiences.
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Moe’s Original BBQ is getting fired up for the huge crowds headed to the Colorado vs. CSU rivalry game this weekend! The rib joint is treating the ESPN Gameday team to their award-winning BBQ after the acclaimed broadcast. Later, after catering a tailgate for 350 students, Moe’s Original BBQ will host its own legendary party at the Sigma Nu fraternity house from 5-7pm offering complimentary BBQ Sundaes. Then after the game, Moe’s Original BBQ will be feeding the entire Colorado football team. For those without a ticket or who just want some gridiron excitement can head to the Moe’s Original BBQ in Boulder on 30th Street to make your taste buds do a touchdown dance. Gameday specials include redneck nachos for $13 and smoked wings at $8 for a half dozen or $16 for a full dozen, not to mention $5 peach moe daily, $5 margaritas and $8 bloody mary cocktails. 
“Moe’s has been fueling fans since 1988,” said founding partner Jeff Kennedy. “This game being in our home state makes it even more special. We are pumped to include this rivalry game in our tailgate road trip across the country where we plan to make a scene.”
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Frenchie’s, a new French-inspired cocktail bar and bistro, opened on June 13th at 514 B2 Cloverdale Road. Restaurateur Jud Blount and Chef Eric Rivera of Vintage Hospitality Group (Vintage Year, Vintage Cafe, Ravello & Red Bluff Bar) have partnered with Restaurateur Tyler Bell of Il Panificio (Dino’s, El Rey Burrito Lounge & Leroy) to offer a new spot to complement the existing restaurants and bars in the Cloverdale neighborhood. With limited seating, reservations are highly recommended while walk-ins can be accommodated at the bar on a first come, first served basis, and on the patio as weather permits. Currently, the hours are 4:30pm-10pm Monday through Thursday, and 4:30-11 pm on Friday and Saturday, Frenchie’s plans on opening on Sunday later this Summer or in the Fall.
Snacks such as smoked trout dip, calamari, a cheese plate and French onion dip are featured. Chef Rivera’s versions of classic bistro fare like croque monsieur, moules and steak frites rounds out the larger options. An ode to Birmingham’s Chez Fon Fon’s shrimp remoulade salad is offered and a crème brûlée can be found alongside a puff pastry. The drink menu focuses on classic cocktails and wines from small producers, primarily from France. By the glass options will remain relatively small, with a dozen or so wines available to drink at a time. Both restaurant groups are both well known for their wine collections, so guests can expect a well rounded cellar menu to be offered as the business matures.
Moe’s Original BBQ is now selling its bottled red sauce across the country. Each bottle is filled with a bold, yet tangy sauce offering just the right amount of spice. Customers can now purchase the popular sauce for $8 in a 12 oz. glass bottle in any of the 52 fast casual restaurants and on the company’s website. It is also currently available in select retail locations in Alabama with a nationwide rollout throughout the year.