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À must visit and try this historic place created back in Year 1978! Great 👍🏻 special RIBs and special chickens recipes with all the best products. Everything is homemade and delicious 😋. Please 🙏 discover this special gift from the Chef and his team that will make your expérience so special. Thanks ☺️ and YES the Real Taste of Tampa’s Florida USA 🇺🇸🤗😎

Florent Paul Lamotte
A True BBQ Hidden Gem in Seffner, FL If you think you’ve already experienced great barbecue, think again. This family-owned BBQ restaurant in Seffner, Florida delivers a level of quality that rivals, and honestly surpasses, many well-known BBQ spots in the heart of Texas. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the difference. The restaurant is spotless, welcoming, and filled with the mouthwatering aroma of real, slow-cooked barbecue. It’s clearly a family-oriented place where pride, care, and tradition go into everything they do. The customer service is exceptional, warm, attentive, and genuinely appreciative of every guest. Now, let’s talk about the food. This is hands-down the best BBQ-style menu in the entire region. Everything tastes homemade, thoughtfully prepared, and refreshingly balanced. The flavors are bold without being overwhelming, and unlike many BBQ places, nothing is overloaded with salt. You can actually taste the quality of the ingredients and the care behind each recipe, making the food feel both indulgent and surprisingly wholesome. What truly sets this place apart is that even the salad options are outstanding. They’re fresh, flavorful, and far from an afterthought, easily some of the best-tasting salads you’ll find at any BBQ restaurant. Whether you’re looking for something lighter or just love a great salad, these options absolutely deliver. Even the beverage offerings impress. Their tea selections are clean, refreshing, and healthier than what you typically find elsewhere, another sign that this restaurant truly cares about what they serve. And then come the desserts. Absolutely the best way to end the meal. They are unforgettable and worth the visit all on their own. Do yourself a favor and save room, because missing dessert here would be a mistake. This place is the definition of a hidden gem: exceptional food, outstanding service, a clean and inviting environment, and a family-driven heart. If you’re anywhere near Seffner, you owe it to yourself to go and try it. One visit, and you’ll understand why it stands in a league of its own. Highly recommended. Don’t miss it.

Rafael Hernandez
Southern Hospitality can be found in spades here at Kojak's. When asking about what type of coleslaw they serve, the cashier lady described it and offered to switch it if it wasn't to my liking; the coleslaw was creamy and delicious. The Pulled pork was so naturally sweet and juicy, it really didn't even need the sauces - which were all also pretty good. Husband had the brisket and ribs on top of that, his favorite was the ribs. The owner came to greet us and check in on our meal to make sure we were enjoying ourselves and asked for feedback. Kojak's are very professional and homeley, I'd be happy to give them repeat service if I ever come by this way again. Come try and see for yourself, pulled pork that beats North Carolina imo.

P Lai
Food was amazing , every single thing I tried was delicious. Special shout out to the Mac n cheese , baked beans & parsley red potatoes! All the meat was flavorful and juicy ! Sauce selection is good. Sweet tea is hitting ! The customer service was excellent and very friendly , made you feel like you were at a good friends kitchen eating a home cooked meal ! Will be back !

Sasha Spade

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What are you known for?
We are known for Key Lime Pie, Pecan Pie, Pork, Potato Salad, Ice Cream, Mac and Cheese, Coleslaw, Catering, Brisket, Sliders, Collard Greens, Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Macaroni Salad, Dessert, Baked Beans, Pulled Pork, BBQ Chicken, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Spare Ribs, Southern Food, Corn on the Cob, Sausage, Soup and Salad, Ribs, and Barbeque Chicken
Where are you located?
We are located in Seffner, FL at 1809 S Parsons Ave
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Brandon, Mango Hills, Mango, Seffner, Kennedy Hill, Limona, Dover, Thonotosassa, East Lake-Orient Park, Valrico, Sixmile Creek, South Tampa, Sydney, Antioch, Orient Park, Clarkwild, Harney, Turkey Creek, Palm River-Clair Mel, Temple Terrace.
Anything else?
We are also known for Family Friendly Restaurant