Tried Wrigley BBQ at 3555 N. Broadway for the first time last week.

I judge most BBQ places by the quality of their brisket, and this was no different. They offer both chopped and sliced -- I opted for the latter. While the beef was chopped well, the meat itself was a little too fatty/slimy for my taste, and lacked a distinctive flavor. I'm not sure if the preparation process that caused the sliminess was the cause, but it was underwhelming.

The platter came with two sides, so I tried the mac and cheese and the jalapeņo corn bread. Both were fine, but the portions were barely large enough for two bites of each. The overall meal size was filling without being too much, but felt overpriced at almost $14 -- a meal from Smoque will run you just as much, but leave you with enough leftovers for another meal.

There were a few bright spots. They offer a variety of housemade sauces -- of the 3 I tried, the Texas Habanero was my favorite, but the other two were good as well. Service was also quick and friendly, and is just a few blocks from Wrigley should you have the misfortune of being in the neighborhood.

Based on the size of the crowd I saw when I was there, I may give the pork a chance another time, as I have a hard time believing everything is as disappointing as my experience.