Really Alamo?
Look, I’m happy that you guys are advertising. Maybe it will drive some more business up to the hill. But here’s a idea….why not show us more of your product? Maybe highlight your awards and accomplishments….how about a picture from Hogtober that showed the big lines in front of your tent, as opposed to the near non-existent lines at the others. How about a pic of people standing in the rain just to get at your brisket.
I personally hate this type of advertising. And don’t even get me started about the uber-sexist Hardee’s ads. Ugggh!
Oh dear god. People getting offended by one of the cleanest ads I have seen in a long time… really?!
I thought it was funny. I would say this is ant-sexist. It shows that even attractive women can enjoy some messy ribs at Alamo. Besides, this female is in professional attire. It isn’t like she is in a bikini rubbing sauce all over her body. (Budweiser, you better not steal my commercial idea!)
This is sexist in what way? This proves women can eat just as much as men. And BTW the only good thing about Hardees are those commercials you speak ill of. Watching a fat, ugly person eating fast food wouldn’t make me want to do the same.
Great commercial, it gets your attention and retains it thru the entire commercial. Makes good points about portions,taste and makes me want to try the ribs. As 1 busy owner to the other great job.
I like the ad and don’t see anything sexist about it. I’ve watched it twice and all I can think is “I’ve got to get my BBQ fix pretty soon!” Good job Alamo!
How am I not shocked the do gooder’s of Church Hill are offended..oh thats right EVERYTHING offends you..it’s a damn commercial, not a great one..but a commercial none the less
Interesting that they decided to put the ribs front and center. That’s not exactly their marquee menu item.
booooooooooooooooo
Thats kind of tasteless.
so glad i’m not the only one who wasn’t a fan.
I rather like it, and am glad that they are advertising which might bring a few folks up here who would not otherwise patronize them.
#3 how is it tasteless? I think it stops just short of porn. :) Which, in today’s ad market, is probably a decent ad.
It’s sexist without being sexy and gross without being funny.
Just in case anyone is wondering “what were they thinking?” I can answer that question.
Honestly, we knew we were making “food porn” going into this. Yup, was meant to be a little sexy, a little sloppy, and hopefully, a little funny.
It’s meant to be tackily funny I think. Hardee’s has run similar ads in the past.
Really Alamo?
Look, I’m happy that you guys are advertising. Maybe it will drive some more business up to the hill. But here’s a idea….why not show us more of your product? Maybe highlight your awards and accomplishments….how about a picture from Hogtober that showed the big lines in front of your tent, as opposed to the near non-existent lines at the others. How about a pic of people standing in the rain just to get at your brisket.
I personally hate this type of advertising. And don’t even get me started about the uber-sexist Hardee’s ads. Ugggh!
You guys can do better……
and it gets attention. so it is working
Oh dear god. People getting offended by one of the cleanest ads I have seen in a long time… really?!
I thought it was funny. I would say this is ant-sexist. It shows that even attractive women can enjoy some messy ribs at Alamo. Besides, this female is in professional attire. It isn’t like she is in a bikini rubbing sauce all over her body. (Budweiser, you better not steal my commercial idea!)
Pretty cool I think! I certainly got a chuckle out of it.
Sorry, but I had to fix this:
http://jsnotes.com/2011/11/sex-sells-but-failing-to-be-sexy-is-something-entirely-different/
It’s hardly sexist… and it’s hardly offensive. It’s just kinda… lame.
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This is sexist in what way? This proves women can eat just as much as men. And BTW the only good thing about Hardees are those commercials you speak ill of. Watching a fat, ugly person eating fast food wouldn’t make me want to do the same.
BBQ commercials – serious business.
#14 Luke — Ditto, especially on the LAME.
Great commercial, it gets your attention and retains it thru the entire commercial. Makes good points about portions,taste and makes me want to try the ribs. As 1 busy owner to the other great job.
http://youtu.be/OE3ZB9Oz5HE
This ad is hardly food porn. It is not sexy, nor is it funny in any way whatsoever, Elaine. It’s a stupid, bad commercial.
yuck
I like the ad and don’t see anything sexist about it. I’ve watched it twice and all I can think is “I’ve got to get my BBQ fix pretty soon!” Good job Alamo!
Everyone’s a critic.
How am I not shocked the do gooder’s of Church Hill are offended..oh thats right EVERYTHING offends you..it’s a damn commercial, not a great one..but a commercial none the less
At the end it looks Iike she felched those ribs.
@Frank #19. Thanks for the link! LOL
And thanks to everyone for piping up with your thoughts about this Alamo spot.
Calm down church hill, this wont be running on tv during your episodes Regis and Kelley.
Good commercial, it shows off the ribs and brisket and does a great job of making me want to come back.
BLAH BLAH BLAH. Take a chill pill, Hillcats.