Biscuits and Bourbon
Classic Buttermilk Biscuits
Smoked Herb and Cheese Biscuits
Butter, Apple Cider Caramel Butter, Clover Honey, Mango Habanero Jam, Blueberry Orange Marmalade
Fried Green Tomatoes – Cornmeal Crust, Arugula Salad, Remoulade
Kale Slaw – Shredded Kale Mix, Carrots, Dried Cranberries, Golden Raisins, Creamy Dressing
Water Street Corn – White Sauce, Parmesan Cheese, Ancho Pepper, Green Onion
Goldfish Mac + Cheese – 3 Cheese, Goldfish Cracker Crust
St. Louis Ribs, Pork Belly, Pulled Pork, Pickles, Pickled Onions
10 Hour Brisket, Apple Brined Chicken, Smoked Wings w/ Desert BBQ Dry Rub, White Sauce, Blue Cheese, Pickles, Pickled Onions
Originally announced in 2019, and opened mid-pandemic at the corner of Water Street and Pacific Avenue in Henderson, Biscuits and Bourbon describes its concept as “a social kitchen” featuring “boutique” Barbeque – both proving applicable during a visit on Saturday afternoon.
Locally owned and operated by a group committed to revitalizing Water Street, an area virtually unrecognizable from two years ago thanks to the all-new Lifeguard Arena, it is inside the former Bank of America complex that guests will discover a kitchen currently led by Chef Louis Kirkland, his time at Mable’s inside The Palms paying dividends with better Food at about half the price.
Recently adding eight gaming machines to the bar top, but still a family-friendly affair adjacent Mojave Brewing Co., it is after pleasant greetings at the hostess’ stand that guests are led to a choice of seating options, the vibe akin to DTLV’s Carson Kitchen with exposed ceilings and a soundtrack ranging from Bob Seeger to 90’s Alt-Rock.
Serving three meals from 8am on weekends, or two starting at noon Monday through Friday, it is on a chalkboard near the front that diners will note daily specials, the Restaurant’s eponymous Buttermilk rounds on this day joined by a Smoked Herb and Cheese version with each delicate yet buttery alongside local Honey plus housemade Butter and Jelly.
Predictably offering a wide range of adult Beverages with a focus on Bourbon, though none at this table opted to imbibe, Lunch continued with off-menu Fried Green Tomatoes plus three “Fixins’,” Kale finding a new audience with dried Fruit as Slaw while Street Corn as well as Mac + Cheese are familiar but compelling, the former in particular thanks to subtle-smoky heat.
Next taking a look at the ‘cue, Chef Kirkland’s smartly selected duo of woods giving Biscuits and Bourbon’s Meat a distinctive flavor that isn’t overly smoky, fans of Pork will find no better Ribs in the Valley than these dry-rubbed specimens while thick-cut Belly and vinegary pulled Flesh are also very good.
Also offering Chicken and Beef, a brined half-bird for $14 easily enough to share, be sure not to overlook Smoked Wings from a section of “Small Plates” as they ar arguably the menu’s best item, though the tender 10 Hour Brisket ain’t too shabby thanks to lightly peppered Bark atop a thin layer of translucent Fat.
FOUR AND A HALF STARS: Making good use of an existing property, and tying in nicely with Water Street’s rapid return to glory, Biscuits and Bourbon offers excellent Barbecue not tied to any specific origin and matches it to affable service, a communal environment plus some of the best Biscuits and Sides in town.
RECOMMENDED: Biscuits, Water Street Corn, Goldfish Mac + Cheese, St. Louis Ribs, Pulled Pork, 10 Hour Brisket, Smoked Wings.
AVOID: The online Dessert Menu is inaccurate, and reportedly a work in progress.
TIP: 8a-10p on weekends, 12p-10p weekdays. Follow @bandbonWater on Social for specials.
WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.
www.bandbonwater.com
