New Jersey’s Secret Backyard BBQ

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Pitmaster Hery Acosta loves smoking meats. So much so, he serves 50-60 people his famous BBQ every Sunday — and it's all done on a first-come, first-serve basis from his parent's backyard.

During the weekdays, Acosta works as a school custodian. Instead of relaxing on his weekends off, he's pulling all-nighters cooking to share his labor of love with his community.

We trailed Acosta, owner of "Tio Rozay's BBQ," for a weekend in North Bergen, NJ, to see why crowds are flocking to get a taste of his pulled pork, ribs, sausage, chicken wings, and delicious sides.

His customers vary, from consistent, weekly patrons to new faces that were told to go there by friends or friends-of-friends — Acosta doesn't advertise.

Confused first-time customers used to circle Acosta's parents' block a few times to check if they'd somehow passed a restaurant after the address they put into their GPS brought them to a residential area. Now, his father sits out front to flag new faces and tell them they've come to the right place.

Watch Acosta prep, talk about his story, and explain how he got his love for BBQ.

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Mad respect not just for him being a pitmaster, but also a school custodian. I always salute our cleanliness troops. This guy feeds his neighbourhood and makes sure the kids are safe!

Littlestraincloud
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The fact that he’s proud of his work as a custodian is so inspiring, this guys got his eye on the prize

uranomichiaruki
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Ain’t nothing to be ashamed of about being a custodian sir. I commend you for what you do for the community.

carlsagan
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This place is less than 15 minutes away and never knew about it but after this episode I think people gonna be camping outside his house at this point. Bet he gets his own restaurant soon enough with his industrial equipment. Wishing him and his family the best of success!!

Zippervalo
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Major respect to his work ethic, you can tell he's passionate about this.

Fever
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you are passing your work ethic down to your kids, one of the greatest life lessons a parent can give.

trashpanda
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As a fellow custodian, mad respect to you! Stay blessed!

Chiggianya
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Thanks to Vice for bringing this gem to us! And for making the line 1/2 mile longer!

NathanHarrison
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I respect the hustle and dedication. I love the pride he has about his craft. Jersey always up.

blazedxjan
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not only do I respect the hell out of this guy for all the work he puts in, but that brisket looks so damn good

moose
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I’m happy for this brother, he about to blow up with this type of exposure. God Bless.

HealthyBearded
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Taking pride in both his custodian job and his pit master job. A true gentleman making the most of all his circumstances!

Ryomen
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This is so heartwarming and wholesome. I hope this guy gets a bigger opportunity.

ВалентинВикторов-лщ
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i love that he pointed out that he asked his friend for help. We love a humble king !!

dabrattv
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Man this brought a tear he reminds me so much of my best friends dad. He was as cool and had a similar mood to him. He also did catering but tacos and Mexican dishes but man I miss him and all the parties I got to go because he let me help him from time to time. I won't forget the lessons he taught me but more importantly he will always be remembered and thanks for reminding me so much of him

JooJoo-uzwc
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This is one of those true American stories. A man of cleanliness and protector of children as well as his own and a man following his heart. Wishing him the success. I'm rooting for you champ.

blacklatin
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That sampler platter looks next level, no skimping on quantity or flavor 10/10

nickcody
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respect to not only him, but his family for supporting him and his passion 💯

_CHaluPY
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A full-time job and doing this part-time as a passion. This man is amazing and such an inspiration to follow your dreams no matter what.

debbalinis
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This has to be one of The Most American True Grit stories I have ever seen.
The whole family are beautiful characters contributing to his passion and that makes it souch worth it.
Looking forward to visit and for his endless success. 🙌🏼💪🏼🗽🇺🇸🦅

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