Arrogant Swine - Brooklyn

Arrogant Swine has existed too long in New York City without my visit. It's promise of East Carolina whole hog barbecue should have had me long ago, as I've said ever since a trip down south years ago that this was my favorite style. I am not from the south, but have traveled through most of the places in the country to be considered good in barbecue, from coastal Carolina to Texas. I do not speak of barbecue as religion as many do, but I can respect those that preach their gospel.For me, the holiest site of barbecue was on a backroads corner of the Hemingway Highway in South Carolina at Scott's Variety Store, where the Scott family has been smoking whole hogs over wood since 1972. After being rubbed and mopped with vinegar and pepper during smoking, the meats from the whole animal are mixed and served shredded.

Great and friendly service. The outdoor patio is a great touch especially for the summer. The interior is nice and spacious. It has a dive bar feeling inside , great selection of whiskey. Lots of options for BBQ. I would say to start off small and order as you go as the portions are more than generous. Plan on coming with a group if you’re looking to grab some food and kick back with a few buddies. Fries were a bit on the salty. Sandwiches were tasty. The ribs were huge. The BBQ sauce seems like it’s vinegar based and a bit too thin for my preference .

This place is good! Dive bar feel with great food! We ordered way too much food, of course, but it was all great. The drinks were strong and flowing as well. The pulled pork was so good it melted in your mouth. The coleslaws were okay, neither were my favorite. Definitely pour the extra cheese on the mac and cheese waffle for full effect.

Very cool place. Stopped in for the smell. Kimchi and pork belly sandwich was hella good and they had jai alai on tap. Will def be back for their on top cocktails and house Prosecco. Great open door Saturday kinda spot.

The whole experience was great! We ordered the ribs and smoked pork shoulder which were both great. I particularly loved the ribs! The mustard used over the ribs was just the right mix of sweet and tangy. They also have a good menu of beers. For us, the perk was promotional irish whiskey and the great ambience of the place!