Today we reached our rental property in Old Town, FL which was essentially abandoned by the tenant. We’ve got some great friends in Old Town who have been looking after our interests and today we spent the day connecting with everyone and getting the utilities transferred et al. By the time dinner time came around we were starved and really looking forward to a meal at BBQ Bill’s in Chiefland, FL just down the road a piece. I don’t recall exactly when they opened (mid 90’s?) but over the years I’ve had many a breakfast and a few dinners at Bill’s and its always been pretty darn good.

Unfortunately it didn’t work out that way this time. I’ve always enjoyed Bill’s and I hate to say anything negative but it is what it is. We both had a sampler type platter – the ribs and pork were fair but the chicken breast was terribly dry, a real pet peeve of mine. Salad bar was adequate but the choices weren’t outstanding. On the other hand the service was typical of what you find in rural Florida’s locally owned eateries. Amazingly friendly and efficient. Once they see where your needs lie they’re all over it. I tend to drink a LOT of beverage with my meals so I can always tell when servers are paying attention.

I’ve had many a good meal at Bill’s and they were doing a brisk business so hopefully we were just the unlucky victims of a rare lapse in quality control.

BBQ BILL’S
1901 N Young Blvd (Hwy 19)
Chiefland, FL 32626

Phone: (352)493-4374

Recommended? Based on this one visit no. Based on my years of eating there I’d certainly try it again.

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