One of the Best Kept Secrets in the area of Hendersonville NC Just off I-26 on Upward Road a few hundred yards, Great food, Friendly people, Great prices. Just try everything on the menu it's all good, but especially the BBQ and the great grilled hot dogs, and by all means ask for some of those Corn things, I don't... More

They did a steady business for a Thursday evening, and the girl working the counter seemed to know a lot of the customers. They must have a steady following. Oh, and the BBQ was great!

Everytime I'm in Hendersonville I try to stop at Chrystal's BBQ. Normally in the southeast I always think of pulled pork or ribs, but at Chrystal's I always have the beef brisquet. It's the best I've ever had east of Texas and it it tender and juicy like Texas BBQ. I have a cousin who grew up in Austin and... More

Wanted to try Crystal's during our recent visit after reading the great reviews. Unfortunately, clicking on website link did not get me anywhere so we took the ride on a Saturday afternoon to try it. So disappointed when we arrived to find the sign on the door noting that it is closed on Saturdays and Sunday. There is a Facebook... More

I tend to steer clear of delis and mom and pop operations while traveling, but upon a suggestion by a fellow traveler, I decided to check this place out. And, I'm glad I did. It has a very down home friendly environment with many local items to view while dining. They have an abundance of pigs lining the walls and... More

Went to Crystal's for lunch today,had the pork and brisket combo.The pork and beef were moist and flavorful,the sauce selection was great and enhanced the meat just right,not overpowering.The sides were good and I might have had the best potato salad I have ever had.Great service and concern for the customer.If they were in a better location there would be... More

I make excuses to drive here from Asheville to eat. Their Beef Brisket is the best around. The sides are delicious also. Great potato salad and homemade chips. The homemade sauces add the perfect finish to the smoky Barbeque. Try it, you'll love it.

I had the apples (this is North Carolina, hello),tomato pie , sweet potato casserole, and an obligatory side salad (because I think I should). The salad was fine, the rest was GREAT. They had homemade potato chips too, so many things you'd love to try.

Good variety of food, and plenty of it, for a very reasonable price. It was the best BBQ I've had at a restaurant in a while!! Owner is also very friendly.