SLOW & LOW BBQ

Is SLOW & LOW BBQ a safe place to eat? Yes — an A grade, 98/100, at its most recent inspection on November 4, 2025. That visit logged 2 basic violations.

On health score it's safer than 76% of Brevard County restaurants we grade. Diners rate it 4.1 from 1,100 reviews. Menus here flag options for gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, and paleo diners.

Get directions Call (321) 735-4809

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (98/100)
Violations
2 total — 2 basic
Address
5490 STADIUM PARKWAY, Viera, FL
Cuisine
Other
Categories
Barbecue restaurant, Restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.1 stars (1100 reviews)
Neighborhood
South Solerno Commercial Center
Seats
150
Phone
(321) 735-4809
Website
Official website
Photo of SLOW & LOW BBQ
Photo: Slow & Low BBQ - Viera

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.1 Community-sourced rating 1,100 reviews
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What diners say — our read

How guests are treated dominates the conversation here — it comes up in 63% of the 27 reviews. Reviewers who mention how guests are treated rate this place 4.5 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour. How food arrives follows at 30% of reviews, where ratings average 3.5.

5 stars is the modal score, given by 21 of the 27 reviewers who rated. A third strand, price, appears in 26% of them at 4.0 stars. The split is 23 positive to 4 negative across 27 rated reviews.

The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (98/100) with 2 basic violations. That inspection was on November 4, 2025. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. Ranked against Brevard County, it is safer than 76% of the restaurants we score. Among the items recorded were plumbing installed & maintained.

Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. The individual reviews are below, newest first, if you want the raw material.

Our own analysis of 27 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    Came in on a Monday night and we sat at the bar. Katie, the bartender was awesome! We started off with wings (On Monday’s it’s $1 wings) we got the extra spicy buffalo with garlic. The wings were decent, they are smoked which leaves a good flavor but consistency was definitely chewy. Next we tried the rack of ribs. Again these had a good flavor but they still had the membrane attached making them chewy and messy. The pulled pork with the chipotle BBQ was the best, nice and tender. Mac and cheese was pretty plain, nothing to really rave about same with the coleslaw and tater tots. Onion rings were nice and golden brown with a good crunch. Lastly the cornbread muffins were very very dry, we took one bite decided that was all. The atmosphere was very chill considering there were only 2/3 tables and we were the only ones sitting at the bar. It seems they have good weekly deals such as the $1 wings and $3 margs after 6pm on mondays. There is also a 10% military discount. Overall this place is a solid 4/5 stars. Service is good and the atmosphere is chill, food is good just some minor flaws :)

  • June 27, 2026

    Nice place!! Baby Back ribs-out of this world, juicy, tender, not over cooked.

  • June 20, 2026

    I thought about this review for quite a while before posting it. Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. The music was extremely loud and never let up, which made the atmosphere feel overwhelming rather than enjoyable. We considered leaving early, but we had already ordered appetizers and decided to stay. Those took about 45 minutes to arrive. When our beers were brought out, they appeared to have been sitting for some time before reaching our table. We mentioned it to the staff, but our concerns were dismissed. To be fair, the food itself was good. However, the service was poor, and the overall atmosphere made it difficult to enjoy the meal. In the end, we finished dinner, paid what felt like a premium price for the experience we received, and headed back to our room. Based on this visit, I can only give it two stars.

  • May 31, 2026

    Saw reviews online and gave it a try. We were disappointed. Food came out warmish, except for the pretzel it was hot, and very good. We had the combination plate. BBQ Chicken and roasted corn were the best two items on the plate. If you go order the pretzel it's huge. I wouldn't make a special trip. We did go on a rainy Sunday so maybe it was the day we chose to go.

  • May 27, 2026

    Baby back ribs, chicken wings must have.the best.

  • May 24, 2026

    This is the 2nd day we’ve been here in a row - which is saying a lot because my husband is a bbq snob! Madi our server has been absolutely phenomenal- and the food was AHHMAZING! The Mac & cheese topped with pulled pork & fried jalapeños was worth the 5 star rating. Pair the amazing food with the kick butt service - it’s definitely a place worth visiting more than once! (And the voodoo juice…icing on the cake!)

  • May 13, 2026

    If Luke Bryan were visiting Viera, this would be his spot!! Local BBQ with great outdoor and indoor vibes, plenty of bourbon and whisky, tons of TV’s and amazing staff and food! And Ofcourse the best Happy Hour in all of Viera! Wednesday is ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR… amazing BBQ…..and if you like wings these are wings down THE BEST WINGS ANYWHERE!!

  • May 7, 2026

    So good! This place is back!!!!! The food was amazing!! Finally good BBQ at a good price. Nick the Bartender was cool as well knew the menu and was very cool to talk to him! Will be back. Thanks for the food that was worth every penny in this economy!

  • April 18, 2026

    Decent BBQ & prices. Happy hour has COLD draft beer. Friendly bar staff. Live music last Friday I went.

  • April 18, 2026

    Stopped by for a few snack(just appetizers). Had the wings with mild sauce. The taste was great! Smoky with a hint of hot sauces. I would have gone hot but some places call their hot mild, no this is mild with no real heat. Could've used a few more sticks of celery but no biggie. Next up, burnt ends. A different waitress or runner dropped them of and said " Good choice, they are delicious." They were ok. Seemed like they were good at one point but this was towards the end of the night. A few were hard cubes of meat. Dry and just a bit too hard to eat. It was like getting that dry piece of turkey at thanksgiving that you choke down with your drink. Sauce was ok. The waitress asked if I wanted to replace them with something else and declined. The place was empty by 930 which was a surprise for a Friday but the staff was still attentive. I'd try it again.

  • April 15, 2026

    All the food was bland and dry. Fish spread. Fried green tomatoes. You need to add horseradish to the horseradish dip. Brisket was like pot roast. Baby back ribs bland and dry. Sausage was bland and overcooked. The spicy slaw was simply disgusting.You need to introduce your chef to some seasoning.

  • April 14, 2026

    Don't waste your money if you're looking for good BBQ. I went based off reviews and boy was I wrong to do that. This food was SO bland. Fried green tomatoes had zero seasoning, fish dip was crazy dry (and weirdly sweet), the brisket was HORRENDOUS. It was more like an overcooked pot roast- zero moisture, zero tenderness- just chewy, dry, flaky meat. My husband said the spicy slaw was literally inedible. The only thing I enjoyed was the coleslaw (which was as basic as it comes but at least it was good after adding salt and pepper). Service was fine, no complaints there; but for the cost of food these days, leaving more than half behind sucks.

  • April 10, 2026

    Awesome BRISKET ! and dessert are homemade!

  • March 27, 2026

    Amazing bbq and great service by Bella. Our server should be the #1 trainer as her skills and timing were perfect, checked on us frequently without our meal or conversation. Perfect brisket, Brunswick stew, and service. So much better than Sonny's and tastier, less pricey, and 100% better sauces and sides than Crydermans ever thought of.

  • March 22, 2026

    Great spot! Great Q & amazing service. Staff was incredible. Stopped in a few times while in town for a pint and sandwich and the staff even remembered my name.

  • March 20, 2026

    The food and service was SO GOOD! Shout out to Mady- she was so attentive and kind. We will definitely be back!

  • March 5, 2026

    The only place I have ever gotten Burnt Ends that were what I'd hoped for. So many places give you chewy steak bites basically. The barbecue sauce was so sweet and sticky and just perfect! The potato salad was a little mustardy I thought, but when I tried it I loved it. The potatoes are not too big, so you get a lot of the good stuff. You have to try the Fried Bread Pudding. The Key Lime Pie was good, but I forgot to say no whipped cream so I can't really judge. Not bad though. The waitress was really cool and responsive, and the owner came by to chat for a while. We sat outside. Really nice experience. Looking forward to going back.

  • February 23, 2026

    Gluten free choices and a great atmosphere! It was such a great place to have an extended lunch to catch up with my friend. The manager and the server were attentive and checked in without making us feel like we had to leave. It was the best lunch. Great food and great service. Highly recommend! I didn’t get the bread since I’m GF but my friend did. I thought the bun was cool.

  • February 17, 2026

    Un briscket increíble me encantó! Felizmente decidimos parar para comer aquí Nos encantó

  • February 14, 2026

    Fantastic meal! The BBQ was excellent and our server was too. (The atmosphere was very loud due to a boy's sports team - otherwise it would have been 5 stars all the way.)

  • February 11, 2026

    Excellent food, good service and a bargain!

  • January 29, 2026

    Met the owner who was very nice and explained the Chipotle sauce which is good or I would have never tried it as typically not a fan but it was awesome and our favorite. Ribs were super good and tender. Will go again and highly recommend.

  • January 20, 2026

    As a chef and restaurateur with 30 years of industry experience, I can confidently say this establishment deserves a much higher rating. The wings were exceptional—perfectly seasoned with a balanced dry rub, expertly crisped, and finished with just the right amount of smoke. I opted for the sampler to test the range of the menu, and every item delivered. ​Barbecue is a notoriously difficult craft to master, but this team is doing it right. With great food, attentive service, and very reasonable pricing, this is a local gem worth supporting. I’m glad I bypassed the larger chains like Ford’s Garage for this authentic experience. Don't miss out.

  • December 31, 2025

    Super good. Tacos and salad. Great!

  • December 29, 2025

    Best Brisket around

  • December 28, 2025

    Great customer service overall, great food quality, pulled pork was delicious and tender, definitely recommended. Dessert was great and priced reasonably.

  • December 21, 2025

    Great food. Great service. I really loved the corn bread! Nick at the bar was great and made some amazing recommendations. Sunday football ticket definitely caught our attention! Will be back.

Overall Score

75 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 13/20
    4 options listed
  • Community rating 16/20
    4.1★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 10 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 10 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 10 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. November 4, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
  2. September 15, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×5)
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention (×2)
    • 45 — Fire extinguishing equipment (reporting only)

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: November 4, 2025