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Moe’s Original BBQ is gearing up for the incredible crowds in Boulder

September 13, 2023 | Leave a Comment

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.”

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. 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.

For interviews, cooking segments, photos, a press kit, menus, bottled red sauce sample or complimentary media tasting, contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit Moe’s Original BBQ.

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Everything To Know About Moe’s Original BBQ’s Alabama-Style

May 18, 2023 | Leave a Comment

Serving award-winning Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has set out to educate its customers about what makes Alabama-Style BBQ stand out from other regions. In Alabama, pork is the star of the show and Moe’s Original focuses on the shoulder, also known as the Boston butt, as well as ribs prepared St. Louis style that are well trimmed, competition cut and easy to eat. Its mouthwatering blend of spices is meticulously rubbed on the meat to give it a char and enhance the flavors while cooking. Moe’s slow-smokes its meat in a pit using oak and fruit hardwoods before being doused in a vinegar-based sop sauce to sweeten the meat and pull out the delicious flavors. Additionally, Moe’s Original BBQ highlights two sauces including a tangy, tomato based red sauce that is perfectly spiced and a zesty, mayo-based white sauce for topping or dipping. You can’t forget the pickles and slaw that round out making Alabama-style BBQ a favorite.

“Smoking meats and preparing all of our food from scratch daily is what sets us apart from many of our competitors,” said Moe’s Original BBQ Founding Partner Jeff Kennedy. “All of the founders grew up in Alabama and have worked hard to perfect Moe’s flavors to keep true to our heritage.”

For interviews, photos, a press kit, menus or complimentary media tasting, contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit Moe’s Original BBQ.

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Moe’s Original BBQ Inspires its Employees To Become Entrepreneurs

August 23, 2021 | Leave a Comment

Moe’s Original BBQ has proven that mentoring and growing from within the company by providing opportunities and training for its most hardworking employees leads to entrepreneurial success. The thriving Moe’s Original BBQ concept is unlike most franchises as it expands its partnerships from within the company through a model that offers its staff a challenging career path and nurtures them for individual and company growth. Its philosophy is to entice young folks into the BBQ field and give them the opportunity of culinary training, knowledge, confidence, life skills and all of the overall tools necessary to prosper and lead to entrepreneurial success. Moe’s Original BBQ is always looking for hardworking crew members who take pride in ensuring that its customers enjoy themselves as much as their meal. Building its team around like-minded individuals who share common values, morals and goals, the company teaches tradition when training its crew.

“Our partners are trained to encourage originality in their team and to empower their staff to develop personal strengths,” said founding partner Jeff Kennedy. “We allow our pit crew the freedom to have fun but also foster an empathetic environment of support where each person understands the importance of working hard together to create the ultimate Moe’s Original BBQ community.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has 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, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken as well as fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. While Moe’s Original BBQ growing at a manageable, yet aggressive pace, its makes sure to create authentic experiences through exceptional food and valued community relationships.

To learn more information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com. For interviews, cooking segments, recipes, photos, press kit or menus, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com.

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Moe’s Original BBQ Launches New Tailgate Wherever You Are for Fall

September 21, 2020 | Leave a Comment

Moe’s Original BBQ debuts a new brand tagline, “Tailgate Wherever You Are” for Fall during football season. As Moe’s food is synonymous with fall football tailgates, Moe’s plans to continue to reach sports fans with this integrated marketing, PR and social media campaign that allows its customers to enjoy its smoked meats and Southern sides anywhere from the park or lake to the backyard or river. To help fans further get into the gameday spirit, customers will see various Tailgate Wherever You Are food and drink specials across the country in Moe’s restaurants as well as a reusable stadium cup and t-shirts to support the campaign. Additionally, Moe’s Original BBQ will share some favorite tailgate recipes and award customers with giveaways and swag for the best Tailgate Wherever You Are posts on social networks using the hashtag #mobtailgate.

“Our company’s goal is to continue to align our brand with football season even though tailgates are banned at most schools this fall,” said Moe’s Original BBQ founding partner Jeff Kennedy. “As we have always been known for firing up our smokers to serve up mouthwatering tailgate meals, we felt this new brand tagline is a perfect solution for our customers to continue to enjoy the Moe’s tailgate experience anywhere.”

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ has 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, the award-winning smoked menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken, fish and shrimp selections. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts are also offered. Customers can dine in, take out or enjoy catering for parties and events.

For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or a complimentary media tasting, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original BBQ, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com.

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Moe’s Original Bar B Que Marks 15 Successful Years in Business

January 19, 2017 | Leave a Comment

Vail, Colorado, January, 19, 2017 – Moe’s Original Bar B Que’s prosperous model has proven itself over and over as it rolls into its 16^th year in business after recently opening its 50^th location in Jackson Hole. In the last few years in 15 states, the fast casual brand has consistently opened seven to nine restaurants annually. From a BBQ concession trailer on the side of the road to $50 million dollar enterprise, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has proven that mentoring and growing from inside of the company works well.

“Growing at an aggressive, yet manageable pace and offering a system that is easy to operate has been important to our ongoing development,” said founding partner Jeff Kennedy. “We are located in a world class ski town that attracts enthusiastic workers who fit with our laid back culture. We take pride in providing opportunities and training for our most hardworking employees to lead them to entrepreneurial success while expanding our family of restaurants.”

While all of Moe’s Original Bar B Que’s non-cookie cutter locations tie into the atmosphere of its surrounding communities, utilizing quality recipes and preparing consistent food at a reasonable price is its greatest attribute. Moe’s award-winning menu features pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken smoked over hardwood served with two unique sauces as well as catfish, mahi mahi and a shrimp sandwich. Prepared fresh daily, a rotation of 60 traditional Southern sides and house made desserts have become just as popular as the smoked meats.

Moe’s Original Bar B Que was founded in 2001 by Ben Gilbert, Mike Fernandez and Jeff Kennedy. After meeting at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, they were lucky to learn how to fire roast meats from Tuscaloosa BBQ legend Moses Day. It is his distinct style that makes up Moe’s original flavor of BBQ. Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal.

Stay tuned as Moe’s Original Bar B Que has plans soon to commemorate its 15^th anniversary milestone across the country with celebrations and giveaways. For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or a complimentary media tasting, please contact Lorrie Dixson Griggs of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original Bar B Que, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com.

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Moe’s Original Bar B Que Continually Proves to be a Successful Model

March 24, 2016 | Leave a Comment

Moe’s Original Bar B Que is and always will be an evolving concept. As it continues to grow at an aggressive, yet manageable pace, continuity and consistency are key to the continued success. The foundation of the company is the food. Consistently providing top notch cuisine has ultimately been an accomplishment for this brand. From the roadside shack to the 10,000 square foot BBQ, bowling and music venue, the company likes to go with the flow. While not offering a cookie cutter atmosphere, each restaurant has the feel of Moe’s Original, but the character and personality of its local owner and community. Moe’s Original Bar B Que’s team is a family filled with like-minded individuals with common interests and goals driven to succeed through hard work in a team mandated environment.

“We will continue to master the logistics of consistent BBQ and Southern fare, but our concept goes well beyond the food. We strive to make a comfortable environment for every customer who walks through our doors,” said founding partner Jeff Kennedy. “We have created a culture that brings people together for great food and good times. While our philosophy begins with the owners, it is shared by the employees and spreads contagiously throughout each and every restaurant.”

Moe’s Original Bar B Que was founded in 2001 by Ben Gilbert, Mike Fernandez and Jeff Kennedy. After meeting at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, they instantly became friends and had a mutual interest in all things Southern: BBQ, blues, college football, and whisky. In 1988, Mike hooked up with Moses Day in Tuscaloosa and began learning to fire roast meats. The boys were lucky to learn from Moses and his distinct style makes up Moe’s original flavor of BBQ. Loving the mountains, these entrepreneurs eventually all landed in Vail and refined the cooking skills they had learned over the years. By using fruit wood to smoke the meats fresh daily and accompanying it with two sauces, they knew they had something special. Unlike other BBQ joints, Moe’s Original BBQ doesn’t stop there as Southern style side dishes and desserts are prepared daily from recipes passed down for generations.

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal. In over a decade Moe’s Original Bar B Que has grown from a junkyard pit to over 40 successful restaurants in twelve states with minimal debt. For additional information about Moe’s Original Bar B Que, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com.

For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or a complimentary media tasting at one of the restaurants, contact Lorrie Dixson of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com.

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America’s Top Rib Joint Coming to Charlottesville, VA

June 15, 2015 | 1 Comment

Charlottesville, Virginia, June 15, 2015 – Moe’s Original Bar B Que is set to open on Friday, June 26th at 2119 Ivy Road in the former Osaka location. Moe’s Original Bar B Que features award-winning Alabama-style pulled pork, ribs, wings, turkey and chicken while also offering Catfish and a Shrimp Moe-Boy sandwich complemented by two unique sauces. Additionally, made from scratch Southern sides and traditional desserts are served fresh daily from recipes passed down for generations. Large party takeout orders and full service catering with delivery are also be available. Providing a family-friendly atmosphere and outdoor patio, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has a full bar, high definition TVs and will soon be a local watering hole for the surrounding neighborhoods as well as a go-to hang out for all UVA sporting events with its proximity to the University campus.

“After discovering the laid back atmosphere, southern hospitality and delicious southern cooking while working at Moe’s Original in Asheville, N.C., we knew that we needed to open this successful fast casual concept in Virginia.” said owners Mike and Ashleigh Abrams. “As Virginia natives with combined years of restaurant service, we are so excited to bring our love of BBQ and Moe’s All Things Southern theme to the wonderful community of Charlottesville.”

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal. Years after learning to fire roast meats in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Mike Fernandez, Ben Gilbert and Jeff Kennedy discovered a shared passion for BBQ and founded Moe’s Original Bar B Que in Vail, Colorado in 2001. Moe’s Original Bar B Que has 37 other locations in AL, CA, CO, FL, GA, ME, NC, OH, SC and TN.

For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or a complimentary media tasting, contact Lorrie Dixson of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Moe’s Original Bar B Que, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com.

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Moe’s Original Bar B Que Set to Open Two More South Alabama Restaurants

February 5, 2015 | Leave a Comment

The highly popular Moe’s Original Bar B Que will be adding two additional ventures to its three other area restaurants in Mobile, Daphne and Orange Beach. Opening in early March with drive thru service, the West Mobile location at 4672 Airport Blvd will be close to the University of South Alabama and the airport. Located in the heart of Foley at 20733 Miflin Road, this new eatery will start to serve customers in April. At both locations, guests can expect the menus to be the same as the other locations with the famous Alabama-style hand pulled pork, smoked chicken wings, turkey, fried shrimp and catfish, Memphis-style dry rubbed ribs and more, not to mention the favorite southern sides made from scratch daily. The design of both locations will have repurposed materials including reclaimed barn wood and oxidized tin that will give a rustic look to make each spot feel like they’ve been there forever. While both BBQ joints are family friendly, there will also be full bars complete with bushwackers, Alabama beers and more for the adults!

“We are very excited about the opening of these new restaurants and expanding our company’s reach in Baldwin and Mobile counties,” said co-owner Mark White. “Additionally, we plan on using as much fresh local seafood and produce as possible in all of this area’s stores.”

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by USA Today and The Daily Meal. Years after learning to fire roast meats in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Mike Fernandez, Ben Gilbert and Jeff Kennedy discovered a shared passion for BBQ and founded Moe’s Original Bar B Que in Vail, Colorado in 2001. Today, with 35 other locations in 10 states, the popular restaurant serves up an Alabama BBQ experience complete with Southern sides and desserts made fresh daily from recipes passed down for generations.

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Moe’s Original Bar B Que Almost Open in Steamboat Springs, Colorado

January 16, 2015 | Leave a Comment

The anticipated opening of Moe’s Original Bar B Que is set for early February at 1898 Kamar Plaza. Serving up the popular Southern Soul Food Revival well known across the state and country, the affordable quick service restaurant will also offer its fresh from the pit meats and down home sides as take out, not to mention a robust catering service serving the greater Steamboat Springs area. Open daily from 11am-9pm, Moe’s Original Bar B Que will capture the commercial west side lunch crowds while afternoon and evening hours will accommodate after-work customers with a full service bar, cheap beers, Colorado craft brews, and happy hour from 2-6pm. With easy in/out access and a ton of parking available, year-round North Routt recreation traffic and summer sports tournament tourists will be effortlessly accommodated.

“In a resort town that caters to visitors, Steamboat locals can often feel squeezed out of their own community during peak ski and summer tourist seasons,” said co-owner Chris Gander. “Since all of the Steamboat owners are long-time locals for several generations, we want to serve our fellow residents what they deserve and crave, reasonably-priced food and cheap beers in a relaxed atmosphere, away from the resort madness of Ski Town USA.”

Housed in a remodeled 7-Eleven location, the 2,585 sq. feet restaurant is designed for quick, delicious dining in a laid back place with local style. With many candid pictures of local skiing and daily life decorating the walls, there will also be some quirky oddball items that reflect the owners’ personalities. A dark brick wall with a giant pig and warm cypress wood panels squarely frame the bar and dining area that includes several six-person booths and multiple high and low tables. There is a giant chalkboard wall for kids to enjoy as well as a garage door that opens the dining area to an enjoyable patio outside.

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by Daily Meal and USA Today. Years after learning to fire roast meats in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Mike Fernandez, Ben Gilbert and Jeff Kennedy discovered a shared passion for BBQ and founded Moe’s Original Bar B Que in Vail, Colorado in 2001. Today, with 34 other locations in 10 states, the popular restaurant serves up an Alabama BBQ experience complete with Southern sides and desserts made fresh daily from recipes passed down for generations.

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Moe’s Original Bar B Que Plans to Expand in South Portland, Maine

August 18, 2014 | Leave a Comment

Moe’s Original Bar B Que will start smokin’ its award-winning Alabama-style BBQ in South Portland at 209 Western Ave in early October. Conveniently located between I-95 and I-295 on Western Avenue near a large number of businesses, the new fast-casual dining option will be open daily with distinctive menu selections and home-style sides without breaking the budget. The family friendly restaurant will also feature signature Haul-It-Home packs for families to enjoy as well as full service catering for the greater Portland area.

Set up for counter service, Moe’s Original Bar B Que will also have a 12 seat, full premium bar which will be perfect for folks wanting to unwind after the workday. In addition to the bar, seating for 60 will include two booths, several low-top tables and a couple of high-top bar tables. There will also be a patio for outdoor dining.

“I am really excited to bring Moe’s Original style of BBQ to South Portland where we realize the bar is set high,” said owner Dewey Hasbrouck. “Our consistent great food, Southern hospitality, speed of service, and lower price point will add a slightly different dining out experience to the existing food market.”

Recognized with many awards, Moe’s Original Bar B Que has been named one of the Top 10 Rib Joints in the U.S. by Relish and Top 10 BBQ Chains in America by Daily Meal and USA Today. Years after learning to fire roast meats in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Mike Fernandez, Ben Gilbert and Jeff Kennedy discovered a shared passion for BBQ and founded Moe’s Original Bar B Que in Vail, Colorado in 2001. The popular restaurant serves up a Southern Soul Food Revival with not only fresh from the pit BBQ but down home sides and desserts made from recipes passed down for generations.

For interviews, photos, press kit, menus or a complimentary media tasting, contact Lorrie Dixson of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com.For additional information about Moe’s Original Bar B Que, visit www.moesoriginalbbq.com.

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