They should rename the place Union Fat & Fat.  I had the brisket & pork shoulder with cole slaw as my side. My brisket was 80% fat - the shoulder was over 90% fat.  It was disgusting.  They need to hire a someone who knows how to dress the meat.  The cole slaw was bad (personally I prefer the vinegar based to mayo based slaw).  It tasted as if someone went to KFC, bought their slaw and mixed it with sugar and elmers glue. On a positive note the corn bread was pretty good.  That's how bad this place is.  It's a bbq joint and I'm praising the corn bread.\n\nI hated the communal seating - that combined with the minimalist interiors - ensures that you send the entire night yelling across the table to make yourself hear.\n\nI'm really surprised by all of the good reviews.   There are three possible conclusions.  1. - they have never had good bbq.  This being Pittsburgh, this is the most probably answer.  2. - they are either employees or friends/relations of the management.  3.  - I was there on a off night.