My spouse and I dined at
Tom’s All American BBQ on a Saturday afternoon in July 2019. Tom’s is open for lunch
and dinner on Tuesdays through Sundays (closed on Mondays).
Tom’s All American opened
in May 2019 on busy Route 309 (West End Boulevard) in Quakertown in the space
formerly occupied by Yellowtail Asian Fusion and Hobo’s Bar and Grill. The
restaurant is named for the owner’s late grandfather, who once ran Allentown’s
All-American Diner.
The large space offers
seating in the raised bar area or at one of the adjacent semi-circular booths,
or in the main dining space at tables and banquettes of various sizes and
configurations. The vaulted ceiling in the bar area makes the restaurant feel
spacious. Décor includes corrugated steel and wood-paneled walls.
Tom's All American serves barbecue cuisine, including dishes like “burnt ends”, brisket, ribs, and
pulled pork, as well as some dishes with Southern influences (like a catfish)
and even some meatless fare. We were intrigued by the table-side smoked deviled
egg appetizer. As our main dishes, we ordered the smoked pork chop (with a side
choice of macaroni and cheee) and the sliced brisket (with a choice of sides of
tater tots, cornbread, and side garden salad). Additional sides include collard
greens, okra, side salad, coleslaw, green beans, street corn [although not like
what we’ve had in the South], fries, baked beans). Several sauces (vinegar,
mustard, BBQ) are available to douse your protein.
Should we find ourselves
in the area again, we might revisit Tom’s All American.
