Patrons at The Pour House downtown can now dig into Kansas City-style barbecue while they throw back a pint. Bootleggin’ BBQ has taken over the kitchen at 1933 Washington Ave., under the direction of pit master and co-owner Brenton Brown.
Brown, a certified barbecue judge, started Bootleggin’ BBQ in 2006 as a catering venture with co-owners Shane Hale and Eddie Belter. The trio began partnering with The Pour House for a series of pop-ups that led to a mutually beneficial arrangement. “Working with The Pour House gave us an opportunity to have a brick-and-mortar, an actual location, where they can visit us,” Brown said. “We thought, Business is good. Customers are happy. We’ll stay.”
Bootleggin’ BBQ offers Kansas City-style classics dry-rubbed and slow-smoked over Missouri hickory wood. Brenton serves up meats like pulled pork or brisket on nachos, in tacos and sliders. Bootleggin’ BBQ serves up food daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. or when the food runs out. Brown will host a grand opening celebration March 6 and 7.
This article appears in February 2015.
