Since the 1920s, ( Big Bob Gibson BBQ ) has been serving award winning barbecue in Alabama. Ever tried white sauce at a barbecue restaurant? The founder of Big Bob's, Robert Gibson, invented it! I have Alabama born friends who have moved to other states who will come back home and buy multiple bottles to take back with them. I've heard from those who love it that it's not the same in other states and restaurants, the real deal is in Decatur, Alabama where it originates. My Alabama native husband turned me on to this delicious establishment years ago when we first met. Each time we're in the area, we try to make a stop at Big Bob's. When we were in town at Christmas, we met some friends for dinner at their 6th Avenue location. While their pork bbq is delicious, I highly recommend their hickory smoked boneless turkey breast, it's my favorite. I ordered the Little Bob Gibson Sampler with pork bbq, turkey breast, macaroni and cheese, and green beans. The turkey breast was hands down my top choice. It was pull-apart tender, had delicious smoked flavor, and immediately left me wishing I had ordered more! Of course, I couldn't leave without sampling some of their chocolate meringue pie, which tasted like the best chocolate pudding with fluffy meringue topping. It was an icy cold day, so not many people were eating inside (it's usually packed to the gills with people) but that didn't stop the locals from ordering carry out orders to pick up and enjoy at home. This place is known all over the South for its phenomenal meats, sweet tea, desserts, and of course, that white sauce. If you're in north Alabama, this is a must to add to your places to check out.
