The novel aim of The Rib Ranch was to create a new concept within the fast food industry by supplying high quality smoked goods in a takeaway environment.

The marketing image of The Rib Ranch is a key ingredient to its success to date. The shop front, the designed interior and the menu provide its customers with a true "Feel for the West" and create a takeaway experience beyond the norm.

Since the business started The Rib Ranch has gained a reputation across Southampton for its:

We have been awarded the "Clean Food Award" certificate from Southampton City Council and also won the "Southern Daily Echo "Best Take-away Award 1998".

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Its founders, James Gosden and Stephen Deards established The Rib Ranch in late 1995.

James has been a kitchen designer since 1988 and some well known people have respected his reputation.

Steve's career had been within the food industry, including a period on the QEII. He has also been involved in retail sales that provided him with his natural interface with the customers.

The complimentary nature of the individuals' skill base has made The Rib Ranch the organisation it is today.

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You are no doubt aware of the general media and public concerns as to the use of Genetically Modified ingredients that are being used in food products. We would just like to inform all our customers that to the best of our knowledge all of our suppliers have satisfied us that none of our range of products on our menu contains Genetically Modified ingredients.

In addition, it will be comforting to know that this is something we will always be aware of when looking at any suppliers to The Rib Ranch in the future.

We are sure this will relieve any concerns you may have and assure you of our best attention at all times.