"This place is the definition of a hidden gem. Its some really good juicy smoked BBQ. The brisket was very tender and the bbq sauce has a deeply rich flavor. Pro tip- add the cinnamon butter to the corn cake as it is slightly dry without it."

"Great place and right around the corner. Make sure you look for the hidden reviews on the very bottom of the page. Yelp likes to manipulate the reviews for different businesses. A shady practice that is censorship at its finest."

"On the second night of our stay in Bardstown, we decided to sample the BBQ fare of Down Home Bar-B-Q. The exterior and interior of the establishment are very no-frills, but the food is spot-on. Located on Bloomfield Road, Down Home serves as a great stop if you need a family-styled BBQ fix. This BBQ is home cooking at its finest, which will leave you plenty satisfied. The restaurant does have a country-store vibe about it between its checkered table clothes, unused drink refrigerators, rocking chairs, and counter where you can buy small little gifts for the road. Starting with cornbread pancakes, which were delicious with the cinnamon butter spread, I decided to have the brisket sandwich with mac 'n cheese and green beans, as well as a pulled pork sandwich. The brisket was my favorite of the two, as that was tasty, tender, and juicy. The mac 'n cheese was to die for creamy and delicious, and the green beans were solid. The pulled pork was tasty as well. The last time I had BBQ had been a long while, let alone home-cooked BBQ like this. I was delighted with what I ordered at Down Home and enjoyed my dinner there without question."

"I was impressed with the quality of food at this place. The brisket was very tender and juicy. Though it could have maybe used a bit more rub. The ribs fell off the bone. The green beans were fresh and whatever was in their jus was quite savory and delicious. This place is totally no frills. But they have some excellent bbq. And they are worth checking out of you're in Bardstown. The portions and prices for that quality of food are outstanding."