World Famous Jethros!

We, well mostly my hubby, love good BBQ and one of our local favorites is Jethro's. We started eating at the one in Des Moines in the Drake neighborhood. Since we work in Waukee, we've frequented the one on University often. We were ultra-excited to eat at the one at Prairie Trail in Ankeny too! 

I haven't tackled the "Adam Emmenecker" sandwich yet, but lots of people have tried and it's even made national TV! (see the link below). We've tried so many good things but here are the highlights from last night...

What We Loved:

• Somewhat guilt free dinner for me--smoked chicken with sweet potato fries (no bun)
• Mac N Cheese--the manager told us that they use fresh cheese that comes in a huge block. They shave off the cheese they need for that day--SOOO GOOD! 
• Half order of buffalo chicken bites--our friends order this and SPLIT it along with an extra side of fries. I tried one and they were AWESOME! 
• Our boys split one kid's chicken fingers meal. They are HUGE pieces of chicken--bigger than my hand and the meal comes with two of them. They each got one huge piece and split cottage cheese. 
• Jethro's is a loud atmosphere. We didn't have to worry about the little ones (we had four kids from 1 to 6 years old with us) and they were able to laugh and be a little silly without disrupting anyone.
• We got there ridiculously early--like senior citizen early--so we could avoid the long wait for a table. We typically do this often with little kids. 
• Great staff. Our waitress brought out lots of extra plates so that everyone sharing the food had their own plate, she kept the glasses full, and was so friendly to the kids. 

Total Bill with Tip: $36 for two adult meals and one kid's meal. All eight of us left very pleased with our meals and service, and we will definitely return again soon! 

Just for Fun: Check out Jethros on Man Vs. Food and "like" them on Facebook!