Rodney Muirhead had been smoking Texas-style barbecue in Portland for almost four years before he established Podnah's in late 2006.
To pay homage to his Texas origins, he dubbed it "Podnah's Pit," af…
I'm from Texas so when I say the Brisket is excellent that means it's juicy and well seasoned to perfection. The potato salad was delicious and the black eyed pea salad was great. I like the sausage but would have liked it sliced. great price for the amount too...
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Makayla C
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Loved
• 12/20/25
• DoorDash order
I am floored, I have never had such a great looking and tasting meal for so cheap! I would absolutely reccomend this place! It was fresh, hot, and a super large portion. The Mac and cheese was to die for!
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Milan B
8 contributions
Liked
• 5/12/26
• DoorDash order
The meat all had great flavored, I wish the pulled pork was more shredded and soft. The sausage was great. The potato salad tasted really good but I prefer chunkier chunks. There was only one chunk in my portion. The cornbread was a crazy size, definitely worth the price. But I prefer sweet cornbread, it said it came with honey and I don't know if mine just had it on it or they forgot it. Also the beans were great but they're more savory so don't expect sweet bbq beans.
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Jean
Local Expert • 39 contributions
Loved
• 6/26/22
• DoorDash order
This place has been on my list for ages, and I finally got to try it! Podnah's is now officially in my top 2 favorite barbecue places here in the city! The brisket was not super fatty — it was just right! The rub on it was delicious, the meat was incredibly tender, and eating was honestly an experience! The Texas red chili was mouth watering! House smoked link was flavorful and juicy and I wish I ordered one more! Will definitely order from them again, and I highly recommend you try them out!
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Kalima T
Local Expert • 30 contributions
Liked
• 5/7/25
• DoorDash order
I got 1/4 Brisket Ala Carte, Mac and Mac n Cheese, and Potato Salad. I like the brisket, tender and flavorful, didn't need sauce. The potato salad was good, had the little twang of mustard. I didn't care for the macaroni and cheese - had a nacho cheese taste. ( think it's meant to) just not for me.
