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    Golden Rule BBQ & Grill Irondale

    2504 Crestwood Boulevard

    Irondale, AL 35210


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    Featured Items

    • SAMMY'S BBQ PORK SANDWICH

      Golden Rule's oldest sandwhich. Chopped BBQ Pork topped with our Original BBQ sauce and pickles on a Golden Bun.
      $7.00
    • POUND SPECIAL

      1 LB of smoked BBQ pork, 4 buns, sauce, w/ 2 pint sides. (Serves 4 People.)
      $35.00
    • SMOKED SAUSAGE PLATE

      Attention, sausage soldiers and smoke enthusiasts! Sound the alarm for the Golden Rule BBQ Smoked Sausage Plate - legendary links, slow-smoked and utterly flavor-ful proportions!
      $13.99

    LUNCH & DINNER

    STARTERS

    • ONION RINGS (6ct)

      6 stack of freshly fried onion rings.
      $6.99
    • Brisket Nachos

      House made chips topped with bbq brisket, queso, bbq sauce, & sour cream.
      $16.99
    • Half Order Nachos

      House made chips topped with bbq pork, queso, bbq sauce, & sour cream.
      $9.25
    • PORK RINDS

      Deep fried and seasoned or plain
      $4.99

    SPUDS (Baked Potatos)

    • FULLY LOADED SPUD

      Cheese, 1 meat, sour cream, cheese, butter, chives and bacon bits.
      $12.49
    • NOT SO LOADED SPUD

      Sour cream & butter.
      $6.49

    SALADS & SOUPS

    • "ORIGINAL" BBQ SALAD

      W/your choice of smoked turkey, chopped pork, chopped beef or pulled chicken.
      $12.49
    • GOLDEN HOUSE SALAD

      Fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, fried onion straws, and cheese.
      $7.99
    • BRUNSWICK STEW

      Hearty and flavorful stew featuring a blend of tender meats and vegetables in a rich, smoky broth. Does not contain garlic, or paprika.
      $4.49+
    • SIDE SALAD

      Lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes and cheese.
      $3.99
    • Soup & Salad Combo

      A cup of our famous Brunswick Stew with a Side Salad
      $8.59

    GOLDEN SPECIALS

    • Hamburger Steak

      Fresh ground chuck served w/grilled onions, brown gravy & sides.
      $13.99+
    • CHICKEN TENDERS

      4 chicken tenders & french fries
      $10.99
    • Winter COMBO

      Regular sandwhich served w/1 cup of chili or stew
      $10.29
    • Fish Friday (Friday Only)

      Fried flounder filet served with hushpuppies & any side
      OUT OF STOCK
      $12.99

    GOLDEN COMBOS

    • #1 Sandwich W/2 Sides

      Any regular sandwhich, 2 ribs, coleslaw & potato salad.
      $15.99
    • #2 Sandwich W/ 2 Sides

      Any regular sandwhich or burger w/2sides
      $12.99
    • # 3 Sandwich W/1 Side & Drink

      Any regular sandwhich & 1 side and a drink
      $12.79
    • #4 Sandwich W/ Soup & Side

      bbq pork sandwhich w/cup of stew & a side
      $14.99

    GOLDEN PLATES

    • BBQ PORK PLATE

      Prepare for a pork-an-palooza with the Golden Rule BBQ Pork Plate. Slow-smoked bursting flavor of utterly legendary BBQ! w/two Golden sides.
      $14.69
    • BBQ CHICKEN PLATE

      All chicken lovers, smoke enthusiasts, and meaty masterpiece connoisseurs. Golden Rule BBQ Chicken Plate is a loaded monument of slow-smoked, melt-in-your-mouth BBQ Chicken. w/two Golden sides.
      $11.99
    • SMOKED BRISKET PLATE

      Calling all brisket, smoke enthusiasts, and meaty masterpiece connoisseurs. Golden Rule BBQ Brisket Plate is slow-smoked, melt-in-your-mouth Brisket. w/two Golden sides.
      $20.99
    • BABY BACK RIB PLATE

      Prepare to embark on a carnivorous voyage with the Golden Rule BBQ Baby Back Rib Plate. Imagine a stack of slow-smoked, fall-off-the-bone ribs**, each one a glistening, glazed masterpiece. w/two Golden sides.
      $15.49
    • SMOKED TURKEY PLATE

      Prepare to embark on a carnivorous voyage with the Golden Rule BBQ Turkey Plate. Slow-smoked Turkey w/two Golden sides.
      $16.99
    • SMOKED SAUSAGE PLATE

      Attention, sausage soldiers and smoke enthusiasts! Sound the alarm for the Golden Rule BBQ Smoked Sausage Plate - legendary links, slow-smoked and utterly flavor-ful proportions!
      $13.99
    • THE GOLDEN PLEASURE

      Imagine a trio of BBQ Titans fresh off the Pit with the Golden Rule BBQ Pleasure Plate - A mount of smoky, saucy, meats. Pork, 3 Baby Back Ribs, and BBQ Chicken. w/two sides.
      $23.99
    • COMBO PLATE

      Any 2 meats and any 2 sides
      $19.99
    • Veggie Plate

      Don't do meat? We'll this plate is for you! Choose any 2 to 4 sides as your veggie plate. Baked Potato not a option. Served on one plate.
      $8.99
    • SMOKED BEEF RIB TEXAS STYLE Plate

      Thursday ONLY. Tender, juicy beef ribs, slow-smoked to perfection and served with our origianl BBQ sauce.
      $21.99

    BURGERS & SANDWICHS

    • SAMMY'S BBQ PORK SANDWICH

      Golden Rule's oldest sandwhich. Chopped BBQ Pork topped with our Original BBQ sauce and pickles on a Golden Bun.
      $7.00
    • BEEF BRISKET SANDWICH

      Tender, slow-smoked brisket piled high on a fresh bun, topped with bbq sauce and pickle.
      $10.00
    • CHICKEN SANDWICH

      Juicy, smoked pulled chicken topped with our original BBQ sauce and served on a golden bun.
      $7.99
    • SMOKED TURKEY SANDWICH

      Tender, smoked sliced turkey topped with Honey Mustard, Lettuce, tomato and served on a golden bun.
      $7.99
    • SMOKED SAUSAGE SANDWICH

      Savory, smoked sausage served on a golden bun with our original BBQ sauce.
      $8.99
    • HAMBURGER

      A juicy, all-beef patty topped with Mustard, BBQ Sauce, Onion, and Pickles.
      $6.59
    • CHEESEBURGER

      A juicy, all-beef patty topped with Mustard, BBQ Sauce, Onion, Amercian Cheese, and Pickles.
      $6.99
    • HOT DOG

      Beef Banger, Saurkuart, Mustard, BBQ Sauce served in a Golden Bun.
      $5.99
    • Grilled Cheese

      Cheesy goodness between two Golden buttery buns
      $2.29

    SMOKED WINGS (FLAVOR'S GOLDEN, CRAVIN'S FLYIN')

    • SMOKED TRADITIONAL WINGS COMBO

      Low & Slow Smoked Boneless Wings full of flavor
      $14.99+
    • TRADITIONAL WINGS ENTREE

      Low & Slow Smoked Bone-In Wings full of flavor
      $12.99+

    SIDES

    • BAKED BEANS

      Sweet and savory baked beans, slow-cooked to perfection with a hint of smoke.
      $3.99
    • CHIPS

      Your choice of crispy, flavorful chips to complement your meal.
      $1.99
    • COLESLAW

      Savory, crunchy coleslaw made with fresh cabbage and carrots.
      $3.99
    • CORN ON THE COB

      Sweet and smoky corn on the cob, grilled to perfection.
      $3.99
    • FRENCH FRIES

      Golden, crispy French fries, cut fresh daily.
      $3.99
    • FRIED OKRA

      Tender, crispy okra, fried to golden perfection.
      $3.99
    • GREEN BEANS

      Tender, steamed green beans with a hint of smoky flavor.
      $3.99
    • MAC N CHEESE

      Cheesy mac and cheese with a hint of smoke.
      $3.99
    • ONION RINGS (4ct)

      Crispy, golden onion rings, fried to perfection.
      $3.99
    • POTATO SALAD

      Creamy, classic potato salad, made fresh daily.
      $3.99
    • SIDE SALAD

      Lettuce, cheese, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes.
      $3.99
    • TURNIP GREENS

      Tender, slow-cooked turnip greens seasoned to perfection!
      $3.99
    • Queso Side (4oz)

      $2.99
    • Fries W/ Queso

      $4.99

    DESSERTS (SCRATCH MADE EVERYDAY)

    For Whole Pies & Cakes, same-day, please call to see if it's avaiable before Ordering.
    • BANANA PUDDING

      Creamy, classic made from scratch banana pudding combined with a generous mixture of vanilla wafers
      $4.99+
    • FRIED PIES (WEDNESDAYS & SUNDAYS ONLY)

      Crispy, golden-brown fried apple pie, filled with warm, sweet apple filling.
      $3.99
    • SUGAR FREE CHEESECAKE

      Sugar free Rich, creamy cheesecake, baked to perfection with a golden flaky crust.
      $4.99
    • Chocolate Chip Cookie

      Get ready for a double dose of deliciousness at Golden Rule BBQ! Because after you've conquered your platter of smoky meats and savory sides, it's time to unleash your inner cookie monster with our legendary chocolate chip cookies.
      $2.99+
    • Ice Cream Cup

      OUT OF STOCK
      $1.99
    • Oreo Cream Pie

      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.99
    • Chocolate Cream Pie

      Rich, decadent chocolate cream pie, made fresh daily with a flaky crust.
      $4.99+
    • Mike's Lemon Icebox Pie

      Golden Rule BBQ isn't just about smoky meats and tangy sauces – they've got a sweet secret weapon waiting for you in the dessert case: the legendary Lemon Ice Box Pie. This isn't your average refrigerator dessert. It's a citrusy explosion of freshness, a creamy cloud of delight, and a sunny escape from the ordinary, all in one irresistible slice.
      $4.99+
    • Coconut Creme Pie

      Golden Rule BBQ is known for its smoky, savory fare, but get ready for a surprise! Tucked away on their menu, like a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered, is a dessert that's guaranteed to make your taste buds sing: the Coconut Creme Pie.
      $4.99+
    • Key Lime Pie

      Get ready to pucker up and say "Wow!" Golden Rule BBQ isn't just about smoky meats and tangy sauces. They've unveiled a dessert that's bursting with citrusy sunshine and creamy satisfaction – the Golden Rule Key Lime Pie.
      $4.99+
    • Pecan Pie

      This is no ordinary pecan pie. Golden Rule uses only the freshest ingredients and their secret family recipe to create a dessert that's both traditionally comforting and surprisingly divine.
      $4.99+
    • Cheesecake

      Calling all cheesecake connoisseurs! Prepare to embark on a flavor expedition with Golden Rule BBQ's legendary cheesecake. No ordinary dessert, this is a monument to creamy perfection, handcrafted with the same dedication and passion as their award-winning smoked meats
      $4.99+
    • Peanut Butter Pie

      Forget everything you thought you knew about peanut butter pie! Golden Rule BBQ is serving up a southern sensation that's not your mama's dessert. This isn't a delicate slice of sweetness – it's a decadent explosion of textures and flavors that will redefine your dessert dreams.
      $4.99+
    • Butterfinger Pie

      Calling all peanut butter and chocolate lovers! Brace yourself for the ultimate dessert showdown with Golden Rule BBQ's legendary Butterfinger Pie. This isn't your grandma's sweet treat; it's a decadent explosion of creamy peanut butter, crunchy Butterfinger pieces, and a rich chocolate ganache that'll leave you begging for more.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.99+
    • Strawberry Cake

      Our Strawberry Cake is a classic dessert with a twist. This light and airy cake is flavored with strawberry extract and topped with a fresh strawberry compote. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, and it's sure to please everyone at the table.
      $6.99+
    • Chocolate Cake

      This isn't your average chocolate cake. This is Golden Rule's Chocolate Temptation, a towering masterpiece of moist, dark chocolate cake layered with our own sinfully smooth chocolate ganache. We finish it off with a generous swirl of light and fluffy chocolate buttercream that will have you licking your plate clean.
      $6.99+
    • Red Velvet Cake

      ust gaze upon this ruby red masterpiece and your mouth will start to water. The vibrant hue is almost too beautiful to eat, but trust us, resistance is futile. Each slice reveals delicate crumbles promising moist, fluffy goodness within.
      $6.99+
    • German Chocolate Cake

      Prepare your taste buds for an adventure! Golden Rule's legendary German Chocolate Cake isn't just dessert – it's an explosion of flavor and texture that will leave you wanting more.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.99+
    • Caramel Cake

      Our secret-recipe caramel sauce is a symphony of brown sugar, butter, and a hint of cream. It's syrupy, sticky, and oh-so-satisfying
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.99+
    • Carrot Cake

      Our signature cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the spiced cake. Light and fluffy, with a tangy sweetness that balances the warm spices.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.99+
    • Confetti Cake

      Golden Rule's Confetti Cake is a riot of vibrant sprinkles embedded in every inch of the cake, creating a festive masterpiece.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $35.00+
    • Graduation Cake

      Choose your own flavor Graduation Cake.
      $35.00+
    • Coconut Cake

      Each one light and airy, infused with the delicate fragrance of coconut, baked to perfection for a delightful texture.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.99+

    KIDS MEAL (SERVED W/KIDS SIDE & KIDS DRINK)

    • Kids Tenders Meal

      2 chicken tenders and 1 side
      $7.00
    • KIDS HAMBURGER

      Juicy Beef Patty son a golden bun served with 1 side
      $7.00
    • Kids Grilled Cheese Meal

      Golden cheesy goodness between two buttered buns served with 1 side
      $7.00
    • KIDS BBQ SANDWHICH

      BBQ pork sandwhich served with 1 side
      $7.00

    Thanksgiving Plates

    • SMOKED TURKEY PLATE

      Prepare to embark on a carnivorous voyage with the Golden Rule BBQ Turkey Plate. Slow-smoked Turkey w/two Golden sides.
      $16.99
    • Thanksgiving Plate

      OUT OF STOCK
      $16.99

    DRINKS

    • Coca-Cola

      Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
      $2.49+
    • Diet Coke

      Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
      $2.49+
    • Coca-Cola Zero Sugar

      Enjoy the great taste of Coca-Cola with zero sugar, zero calories
      $2.49+
    • Sprite

      Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free
      $2.49+
    • POWERADE

      $2.49+
    • Dr Pepper

      $2.49+
    • Hi-C

      $2.49+
    • Minute Maid Lemonade

      There’s always goodness to be found at the end of a Minute Maid rainbow.
      $2.49+
    • Sweet Tea

      $2.49+
    • Unsweet Tea

      $2.49+
    • Water

    • Coffee

      $2.39
    • To Go Ice/Water Cup

      $0.35
    • Milk

      $2.29
    • BOTTLE ORANGE JUICE

      $2.29
    • Red Bull

      $3.29
    • Refill

      $1.50

    TAKE HOME

    "BUY" THE POUND

    • 1/4 LB of Meat

      1/4 LB of meat of your choice
      $5.99
    • 1/2 LB of Meat

      1/2 LB of meat of your choice
      $8.99
    • 1 LB of Meat

      1 LB of meat of your choice
      $18.00
    • 1/2 BIRD (CHICKEN)

      1/2 Smoked to perfection Half Chicken Served w/ Original Golden Rule BBQ Sauce
      $12.00
    • 1/2 SLAB SMOKED BBQ RIBS (PORK)

      Smoked baby back ribs served w/original Golden Rule BBQ sauce
      $17.00
    • WHOLE SLAB SMOKED BBQ RIBS (PORK)

      Smoked baby back ribs smoked to perfection.
      $28.00
    • Whole Butt

      Slow-smoked for hours over hickory wood until it’s fall-apart tender, our whole pork butt is the ultimate centerpiece for any BBQ feast. Seasoned with our signature rub and sealed with a smoky bark, it’s juicy, flavorful, and served just as it comes out of the pit — whole and untouched. Perfect for sharing at the table or pulling apart yourself for the freshest BBQ experience.
      $40.00
    • PINT (SERVES 4)

      Golden Rule BBQ Pint Sides: Feed Your Crew (4 People, Easy!)
      $8.00
    • QUART (SERVES 8)

      Golden Rule BBQ Quart Sides: Feed Your Crew (8 People, Easy!)
      $12.00
    • 1/2 GAL. (SERVES 16)

      Golden Rule BBQ 1/2 Gallon Sides: Feed Your Crew (16 People, Easy!)
      $23.00
    • 1 GALLON (SERVES 25)

      Golden Rule BBQ Gallon Sides: Feed Your Crew (25 People, Easy!)
      $40.00
    • Chocolate Chip Cookie

      Get ready for a double dose of deliciousness at Golden Rule BBQ! Because after you've conquered your platter of smoky meats and savory sides, it's time to unleash your inner cookie monster with our legendary chocolate chip cookies.
      $2.99+

    FAMILY MEALS

    • POUND SPECIAL

      1 LB of smoked BBQ pork, 4 buns, sauce, w/ 2 pint sides. (Serves 4 People.)
      $35.00
    • Meat & Ribs Pack

      3 LB of smoked bbq meat of your choice, whole slab of our smoked BBQ baby back ribs. 12 Buns, BBQ sauce, & 4 quarts of one side. This meat emergency Kit serves 10 people.
      $130.00

    MARKET

    • BBQ SAUCE BOTTLE

      $4.99
    • Brisket Rub

      $14.99
    • Beef Tallow

      $8.99+
    • Ya'll Sweet Tea Gallon Bags

      $8.99
    • Ya'll Hot Chocolate

      $7.99
    • Ya'll Seasoning - Sweet Meat

      $7.99
    • Ya'll Seasoning - Bama Burger

      $7.99
    • Ya'll Seasoning - Fancy Steakhouse

      $7.99
    • ALABAMA WILD FLOWER HONEY

      $9.99
    • RIB RUB BY GOLDEN RULE

      $3.99
    • SNEAKY PETE'S HOTDOG SAUCE

      $6.99
    • Cutting Board

      $25.00
    • Y'all Spoon

      OUT OF STOCK
      $10.00
    • Y'all Tongs

      OUT OF STOCK
      $12.00
    • Y'all Hydrojug

      $30.00
    • Y'all Measuring Cup

      $11.00
    • Y'all Tervis Tumbler

      OUT OF STOCK
      $20.00
    • Golden Rule Honey Mustard 14oz

      $3.99
    • Guinness World Record Shirt

      $25.00+
    • Christmas Hoodie

      $30.00

    CATERING

    Breakfast Catering

    • BREAKFAST PLATTER BUFFET

      Served with a biscuit, your choice of meat, scrambled eggs, and a side.
      $10.99
    • PANCAKE BREAKFAST PLATTER BUFFET

      2 EGGS, 2 PANCAKES, CHOICE OF MEAT & GRITS
      $12.99
    • BREAKFAST SKILLET BUFFET

      Includes Hashbrown Casserole, Gravy, Choice of Meat, Cheese & a biscuit.
      $10.99
    • Biscuit & Gravy BUFFET

      Biscuit & Gravy served with your choice of meat
      $5.99+
    • BREAKFAST BURRITO TRAY

      CHOICE OF ANY BREAKFAST MEAT IN A BURRITO W/CHEESE, ONIONS & BELL PEPPER
      $7.00
    • Biscuit (Cathead Size)

      $0.75

    Lunch Buffet

    Min of 10 People per buffet order.
    • Meat & Ribs Pack

      3 LB of smoked bbq meat of your choice, whole slab of our smoked BBQ baby back ribs. 12 Buns, BBQ sauce, & 4 quarts of one side. This meat emergency Kit serves 10 people.
      $130.00
    • CHICKEN TENDER PACK

      Build your perfect plate! Choose your favorite sides to accompany our crispy chicken tenders, then pick your dipping adventure with our selection of sauces. (Min 15 ppl)
      $10.00+
    • BAKED POTATO BAR

      Unleash your inner potato architect! Build a masterpiece of fluffy baked potatoes, savory meats, and endless toppings at our baked potato bar. (Min 10 ppl) Comes w/ choice of meat, cheese, chives, bacon bits, sour cream & butter.
      $12.49
    • BUILD A BURGER BAR

      Forget cookie-cutter burgers! Dive into a world of endless possibilities at our Build Your Own Burger Bar. Stack, slather, and savor your custom creation, all paired with a side.
      $10.00
    • BABY BACK BUFFET PACK

      Build your BBQ dream with baby back ribs, two delicious sides, and our secret weapon - Golden Rule Original BBQ sauce.
      $12.00+
    • "ORIGINAL" BBQ SALAD BULK

      W/YOUR CHOICE OF SMOKED TURKEY, CHOPPED PORK, CHOPPED BEEF OR PULLED CHICKEN.
      $12.49
    • HOUSE SALAD BULK

      The Golden Rule House Salad is served with Cheese, Tomato, Cucumber & Croutons
      $6.00
    • Plates

      $0.75
    • Cups

      $0.25
    • Cutlery

      $0.50
    • Plates, Cups, Cutlery Pack

      $1.50

    Boxed Meals

    Build your box lunch. All tucked snugly in a handy box, complete with sauce & cutlery for on-the-go enjoyment.
    • Sandwich & Side Box Meal

      Build your box lunch bliss with your choice of any sandwich and a flavorful side. All tucked snugly in a handy box, complete with sauce & cutlery for on-the-go enjoyment.
      $12.95
    • Build A Box-Meat, Side & Dessert

      Our Build a Box lets you design the ultimate feast for your taste buds. Choose your mouthwatering meat, two or three delightful sides, and even a homemade dessert, all nestled in a convenient box ready to devour. *dessert is packaged separately
      $15.50

    Bulk Sides

    • PINT (SERVES 4)

      Golden Rule BBQ Pint Sides: Feed Your Crew (4 People, Easy!)
      $8.00
    • QUART (SERVES 8)

      Golden Rule BBQ Quart Sides: Feed Your Crew (8 People, Easy!)
      $12.00
    • 1/2 GAL. (SERVES 16)

      Golden Rule BBQ 1/2 Gallon Sides: Feed Your Crew (16 People, Easy!)
      $23.00
    • 1 GALLON (SERVES 25)

      Golden Rule BBQ Gallon Sides: Feed Your Crew (25 People, Easy!)
      $40.00

    Entrees

    • 1/2 LB of Meat

      1/2 LB of meat of your choice
      $8.99
    • 1LB PORK

      Served w/ Original Golden Rule BBQ Sauce
      $17.99
    • 1LB PULLED CHICKEN

      Served w/ Original Golden Rule BBQ Sauce
      $17.99
    • 1LB SLICED TURKEY

      Served w/ Original Golden Rule BBQ Sauce
      $19.99
    • 1LB BRISKET

      Served w/ Original Golden Rule BBQ Sauce
      $24.99
    • 1LB SAUSAGE

      Served w/ Original Golden Rule BBQ Sauce
      $17.99
    • 1/2 BIRD (CHICKEN)

      1/2 Smoked to perfection Half Chicken Served w/ Original Golden Rule BBQ Sauce
      $12.00
    • 1/2 SLAB SMOKED BBQ RIBS (PORK)

      Smoked baby back ribs served w/original Golden Rule BBQ sauce
      $17.00
    • WHOLE SLAB SMOKED BBQ RIBS (PORK)

      Smoked baby back ribs smoked to perfection.
      $28.00
    • SINGLE BEEF RIB

      $15.99
    • TRADITIONAL WINGS

      Traditional Smoked Wings served with dipping sauce
      $39.99
    • CHICKEN TENDERS

      Chicken Tenders served with dipping sauce
      $30.99+
    • Bread

      $0.30
    • Pickles (Quart)

      $5.00

    Beverages

    • SWEET TEA GALLON

      1 Gallon of our Y'all Sweet Tea serves about 8 ppl. DON'T FORGET YOUR CUPS & ICE!!
      $6.99
    • UNSWEET TEA GALLON

      1 Gallon of our Y'all Sweet Tea serves about 8 ppl. DON'T FORGET YOUR CUPS & ICE!!
      $6.99
    • LEMONADE GALLON

      1 Gallon of our Lemonade serves about 8 ppl. DON'T FORGET YOUR CUPS & ICE!!
      $7.99
    • WATER GALLON

      1 Gallon of Water serves about 8 ppl. DON'T FORGET YOUR CUPS & ICE!!
      $2.99
    • ORANGE JUICE GALLON

      1 Gallon of our Orange Juice serves about 8 ppl. DON'T FORGET YOUR CUPS & ICE!!
      $10.99
    • BOXED COFFEE

      1 Box of our Y'all Brands Coffee serves about 8 ppl. DON'T FORGET YOUR CUPS Served with sugar & creamer
      $15.00
    • BOTTLE WATER

      $2.50
    • BOTTLE ORANGE JUICE

      $2.29
    • Bag of Ice (Chewable Ice)

      $2.00

    Party Platters

    • Fruit Platter

      Golden Rule BBQ Fresh cut fruit! *Regular items we put on the trays: cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple, watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, and grapes. If you contact us we can customize these trays for almost the same cost.
      $50.00+
    • Cheese & Cracker Platter

      Whether you are hosting for the holidays, heading​ out camping with friends, or packing a picnic. Our Cheese & Cracker Trays are perfect for​ any get-together, big or small. This party tray requires no serving platter (it comes with one) and​ requires no prep, so you can serve without fuss, or on-the-run. Soccer snack duty? Solved. Office​ party? Easy peasy. Hosting game day? Done.
      $45.00
    • Muffin Platter

      This Assorted Muffin tray requires no serving platter (it comes with one) and​ requires no prep, so you can serve without fuss, or on-the-run. Office​ party? Easy peasy. Done.
      $32.99
    • Mini Scones Platter

      Assortment of Mini Scones served on a tray.
      $25.99
    • Bagel Platter

      Assorted Bagels served with Cream Cheese.
      $15.00
    • Pastry Platter

      Assortment of Pastries served on a tray. Typical Pastries: Bearclaws, Turnovers, and Danishes
      $37.99

    Cakes

    Whole cakes must be ordered 12 Hours in Advance.
    • Strawberry Cake

      Our Strawberry Cake is a classic dessert with a twist. This light and airy cake is flavored with strawberry extract and topped with a fresh strawberry compote. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, and it's sure to please everyone at the table.
      $6.99+
    • Chocolate Cake

      This isn't your average chocolate cake. This is Golden Rule's Chocolate Temptation, a towering masterpiece of moist, dark chocolate cake layered with our own sinfully smooth chocolate ganache. We finish it off with a generous swirl of light and fluffy chocolate buttercream that will have you licking your plate clean.
      $6.99+
    • Red Velvet Cake

      ust gaze upon this ruby red masterpiece and your mouth will start to water. The vibrant hue is almost too beautiful to eat, but trust us, resistance is futile. Each slice reveals delicate crumbles promising moist, fluffy goodness within.
      $6.99+
    • German Chocolate Cake

      Prepare your taste buds for an adventure! Golden Rule's legendary German Chocolate Cake isn't just dessert – it's an explosion of flavor and texture that will leave you wanting more.
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      $6.99+
    • Caramel Cake

      Our secret-recipe caramel sauce is a symphony of brown sugar, butter, and a hint of cream. It's syrupy, sticky, and oh-so-satisfying
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      $6.99+
    • Carrot Cake

      Our signature cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the spiced cake. Light and fluffy, with a tangy sweetness that balances the warm spices.
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      $6.99+
    • Confetti Cake

      Golden Rule's Confetti Cake is a riot of vibrant sprinkles embedded in every inch of the cake, creating a festive masterpiece.
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      $35.00+
    • Graduation Cake

      Choose your own flavor Graduation Cake.
      $35.00+
    • Coconut Cake

      Each one light and airy, infused with the delicate fragrance of coconut, baked to perfection for a delightful texture.
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      $6.99+

    Pies

    • Chocolate Cream Pie

      Rich, decadent chocolate cream pie, made fresh daily with a flaky crust.
      $4.99+
    • Mike's Lemon Icebox Pie

      Golden Rule BBQ isn't just about smoky meats and tangy sauces – they've got a sweet secret weapon waiting for you in the dessert case: the legendary Lemon Ice Box Pie. This isn't your average refrigerator dessert. It's a citrusy explosion of freshness, a creamy cloud of delight, and a sunny escape from the ordinary, all in one irresistible slice.
      $4.99+
    • Coconut Creme Pie

      Golden Rule BBQ is known for its smoky, savory fare, but get ready for a surprise! Tucked away on their menu, like a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered, is a dessert that's guaranteed to make your taste buds sing: the Coconut Creme Pie.
      $4.99+
    • Key Lime Pie

      Get ready to pucker up and say "Wow!" Golden Rule BBQ isn't just about smoky meats and tangy sauces. They've unveiled a dessert that's bursting with citrusy sunshine and creamy satisfaction – the Golden Rule Key Lime Pie.
      $4.99+
    • Pecan Pie

      This is no ordinary pecan pie. Golden Rule uses only the freshest ingredients and their secret family recipe to create a dessert that's both traditionally comforting and surprisingly divine.
      $4.99+
    • Cheesecake

      Calling all cheesecake connoisseurs! Prepare to embark on a flavor expedition with Golden Rule BBQ's legendary cheesecake. No ordinary dessert, this is a monument to creamy perfection, handcrafted with the same dedication and passion as their award-winning smoked meats
      $4.99+
    • Peanut Butter Pie

      Forget everything you thought you knew about peanut butter pie! Golden Rule BBQ is serving up a southern sensation that's not your mama's dessert. This isn't a delicate slice of sweetness – it's a decadent explosion of textures and flavors that will redefine your dessert dreams.
      $4.99+
    • Butterfinger Pie

      Calling all peanut butter and chocolate lovers! Brace yourself for the ultimate dessert showdown with Golden Rule BBQ's legendary Butterfinger Pie. This isn't your grandma's sweet treat; it's a decadent explosion of creamy peanut butter, crunchy Butterfinger pieces, and a rich chocolate ganache that'll leave you begging for more.
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      $4.99+

    Bakery

    Most bakery Items are 1 day notice for catering.
    • Chocolate Chip Cookie

      Get ready for a double dose of deliciousness at Golden Rule BBQ! Because after you've conquered your platter of smoky meats and savory sides, it's time to unleash your inner cookie monster with our legendary chocolate chip cookies.
      $2.99+
    • Red Velvet Cookies

      Red Velvet Cookies. These ain't your grandma's cookies; they're molten cakes of crimson delight, waiting to steal your heart (and maybe your entire order).
      $10.99+
    • Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

      Golden Rule BBQ's Mint Chocolate Chip cookies are not your average dessert. They're a refreshing, unexpected, and utterly delicious journey for your senses.
      $10.99+
    • Cookies & Cream Cookies

      Our legendary Cookies & Creme cookies! These aren't your average dessert treats; they're an irresistible fusion of creamy sweetness and smoky soul.
      $10.99+
    • Sugar Cookie Cookies

      These aren't your average dessert - they're soft, buttery bites of pure bliss, perfectly crafted to complete your smoky feast with a smile.
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      $10.99+
    • Peanut Butter Cookies

      Get ready for a tastebud trip to peanut butter heaven with Golden Rule's legendary Peanut Butter cookies. These ain't your grandma's cookies – they're chunky, chewy, and bursting with rich, roasted peanut butter flavor in every bite.
      $10.99+
    • Pecan Pie Cookies

      Imagine the irresistible aroma of warm pecan pie wafting through your kitchen but in bite-sized, cookie perfection. That's the magic of Golden Rule's Pecan Pie Cookies, and trust us, they're about to become your new obsession.
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      $10.99+
    • Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

      Forget generic, forget boring – Golden Rule's Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are an explosion of chewy comfort and sweet satisfaction. Each bite is a mini-masterpiece, crafted with the finest ingredients and a whole lot of heart.
      $10.99+
    • Cookie Monster Cookies

      Golden Rule BBQ's legendary Cookie Monster cookies. These ain't your average chocolate chip treats – they're blue, gooey, and bursting with personality, just like the lovable blue Sesame Street icon himself.
      $10.99+
    • Brownies

      12 Freshly Baked Brownies
      $20.99

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    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Monday10:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Tuesday10:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Wednesday10:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Thursday10:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Friday7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Saturday7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    Golden Rule BBQ is a must-visit for any barbecue lover. Serving up award-winning smoked meats, sides, and desserts since 1891. Making it the oldest continuously operated restaurant in Alabama, and the 16th oldest in the United States and the oldest BBQ Joint in the United States. And in all that time, they never strayed from the key principle of cooking pork — direct heat in a masonry pit.

    Location

    2504 Crestwood Boulevard, Irondale, AL 35210

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