Annie's is located in one of the "sketchier" parts of Bloomington but the food is anything but sketchy. I was skeptical about it at first, but after trying it, it's become part of my restaurant rotation. First, you have to get yourself an appetizer. The BBQ Nachos are an absolute flavor bomb. The portion size here is so big you could honestly order it as a meal for one person. Eat them quickly or they will get soggy. Next, you have to get yourself an entree. The meat here never misses. I've had the pulled pork, chicken, and brisket sandwiches. The meat is ACTUALLY properly seasoned (imagine that), and is always beautifully tender. The barbeque sauces are a fitting compliment to any meat. I am partial to the Kickin' Tangy. 9.5/10 read more

Well, this was a hidden gem in Bloomington, IL, off the beaten path. Great food and customer service, and you need to get over here and experience this wonderful establishment . I had the smoked bologna sandwich with 3 different sauces. The smoked wings with fries / sweet chili sauce tipped it off with the pineapple upside down cake. Make sure to give the a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

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I picked up barbeque meals for the entire family--reasonably priced and excellent quality barbeque and the fixings! Our children and grandchildren all raved about their full-deal meals! The carry-out service was just great and so polite! Annie's has the ambiance of a home-cooking barbeque joint--couldn't ask for more--except maybe that its location was closer to home--but it is well worth the extra miles. read more

The food is excellent at Annie's Eats. Always. The brisket without fail is hands down some of the best I've ever had. The mac and cheese, the greens, corn bread, and every other side I've had there has been incredible. If by chance you can get there in time to have their peach cobbler or any of the other desserts don't hesitate to splurge! Service is quick, and it's a low-frills carry-out place. The owner gives a lot back to the community and employs a lot of people who work hard!! read more

Brisket is spot on! Wonderful customer service as well!!! I've also had their nachos in the past and they are very good too!

Stopped by on my way through town for lunch. Will definitely stop by again! Brisket chili is fire, brisket sandwich is great too. Yum!

Looked down at Instagram while at a stoplight and caught the burnt ends availability post a few minutes prior and headed straight there! The place smells SO killer, the menu today was chocked full (including BBQ nachos and a Greek salad as 2 other specials) and my burnt ends came out pretty quick but still needed 20 secs in the microwave from the ride home. While the chunks of meat themselves were somewhat dense, still juicy and not as fatty as I've had previously, they were EXTRA saucy, so much so that although I really wanted to add the mustard sauce, they came with so much of the 'sweet & smoky' (which is also good), I quickly realized it woulda been a waste. Besides the too-heavy saucing the other thing that stuck out from the visit was the price - $15 out-the-door for just that half pound. On that note, it will be relegated to the occasional lunch splurge and/or be added to the dine-out/take-out night rotation. read more

The food is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care! Every dish tastes homemade in the best possible way, and the portions are generous. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always makes you feel welcomed! I've tried a few different items from their menu and haven't been disappointed once. If you're looking for great comfort food and reliable service this place is definitely worth it. Highly recommended. read more

I had a retirement party and chose to use a local business. This was an excellent choice! We had ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, baked beans, and Mac and cheese. Boy, that was so good and delicious! Friends and family really enjoyed the food. I highly recommend this place for carryout and catering. read more

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Annie's Eats serves the best barbecue in Central Illinois! HONEST! Just last week we had bbq ribs in Kansas City - one of the best cities on earth when it comes to barbecue... ANNIE'S EATS TOPPED THEM ALL! The French fries look to be home made and boy oh boy they're delicious. The baked beans that come as a "side" are as good as any we've ever had, anywhere, on the face of the earth, Do yourself a favor. EAT AT ANNIE'S EATS! You'd be crazy not to! read more

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Just the smell of smoke walking up to the door says it all. Inside we met some locals (who have eaten everything on the menu, and recommend the daily special prime rib sandwich), to a couple of cops. That's kind of clientele tells you everything you need to know. Rib tips were smoky and juicy, pulled pork, spot on. I'll be back. read more

Annie's Eats Carry-Out And Catering - Tips - Barbeque Near Me - Bloomington, Illinois

Great food! We picked up dinner for 5 and the food was great! I highly recommend the brisket sandwich. The employees were very organized and polite. We get food for our group every Friday and we had no issues with the order and I can't say that about a lot of places. The fact the person bagging our food took the time to show me everything in the order was a really cool touch that just made sure the order was correct. Keep that up! All in all...we will be back! read more

Easily the best food in BloNo. The staff is wonderful. And although it's not really a sit in place they have picnic tables outside, and super cute signs all around. Go. Now. Why are you still reading this. I said GIT! read more

I ordered a hamburger and fries half the burger was pink on the inside and the fries were cold I waited for the food to be made so I was very disappointed for what I received. read more

Oh my Gawd was this place good! We got the rib tips which came with fries (a Very generous amount of the best kind of fresh cut, crispy fries) and they were Perfect. First off we called in and the young man who answered and later served us when we picked up was the Sweetest. He answered all of our questions and gave us more info about when to order/ when desserts ran out. This place was a recommendation from a friend who's been a regular for years and I can see why. Seriously, if you can't tell from the smell when you get there this place Really knows their BBQ. If we had spent any time not eating we would have taken pics but the food was Gone read more

We love Annie's! Always have great service and great food. Be warned on the family chicken dinner though it's not a bang for your buck. A half chicken dinner and 2 sides + corn muffin is $12. A whole chicken and 2 regular sides + 4 corn muffins is $34. I assumed the sides would be bigger but they were just regular sides. Just don't be fooled like I was. The half chicken dinners are a great deal though! ‍ read more

Best bbq in Bloomington hands down. Annie's is delicious food and better than any other bbq in town. As a former Texan i was feeling let down by the bbq options in Bloomington but a friend recommended Annie's and i have gone back time and time again. read more

Amazing food, great people, good value. I'm making this place a steady stop. The Friday special smoked prime rib was super memorable!

Wow wow wow!!! 5 amazing stars!! The food, service, price are unmatched! I called 5 minutes before they closed because I really wanted to try this place for a long time, and was en route. They nicely agreed to open 5 minutes after they closed for me to pick up the order. The lady (Anne?) on the phone was helpful and informative. Now the FOOD! The burned end (rib tips) were juicy, flavorful, and delicious. With 1 pound, we got two free small sides. Let me tell you, those were the best homemade GREEN BEANS! They're not saggy (you know what I mean..A&W), and the meat in them made the dish so hearty and tasty! I would definitely come back! read more

Annie's Eats Carry-Out And Catering - Burnt ends with green beans and Mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Bloomington, Illinois

Today was my first day trying Annie's after finding out about it a few weeks ago. The food and service were amazing! I love the open kitchen concept, the cleanliness, and the great customer service. I tried the two meat combo with the brisket, pulled pork, and a side of cheesy potatoes , and the iron beans. I also ordered a side of coleslaw. Food was so good I couldn't get a picture of it before I devoured it all lol. The meat was tender, perfectly seasoned, and you can tell that no corners were cut; it was made with love! I most certainly will be visiting Annie's again... I'm hooked! read more

Great place to eat I very much appreciate the staff that worked on February 13th. All in all great food great sauce and great people

First time eating here and I can't stop kicking myself for not trying it sooner. I definitely will be back for the friendly staff, amazing food, and affordable prices! read more

Bad news. I got the half pound rib tips . Mostly cartilage , overcooked , overseasoned and just plain old like wet jerky The fries tasted like they've been through the fryer twice -- warmed over. $17 worth of nothin' Not going back . read more

What a killer spot, hands down the best BBQ I've found in IL, possibly anywhere. My first time I went with the brisket based on recommendation from a friend. Absolutely killer flavor and cuts, trimmed right and not all loaded with fat like some places. I've also had the rib tips and pit beef since, both also incredible. As far as sides, the beans could be an entree themselves loaded down with all sorts of meats. Mac and cheese was fantastic and the cheesy potatoes remind me of my mom's, all great choices Then the fresh cut (kid was slicing more while I was waiting) fries were out of this world too. Don't pass it up if you're in the area. In fact, if you like incredible BBQ, make the drive just for it. read more

A meat connoisseurs paradise with multiple types of meat getting smoked to flavorful goodness. To date I have tried their spare ribs and brisket and mac and cheese coleslaw and potato salad. The mac and cheese is like grandma's home cooked delicious. Potato salad was good as well don't care as much for the coleslaw as it is too finely chopped vs a stringy type I prefer but it was not bad. Getting them to cater my mens golf league dinner soon so will have more feedback but I will keep coming back as it is probably the best in town for bbq. read more

Annie's Eats Carry-Out And Catering - Lunch special meatloaf slider spare rib wing and 2 sides - Barbeque Near Me - Bloomington, Illinois

Fantastic mom & pop BBQ in BloNo. We tried a pound of the rib tips which came with. Three words...A--MAZ--ING! They were slap-yo-mama good cuz she just threw down in the kitchen & then smoker overnight. Whatever rub they use was full of flavor. We will definitely be back to try their brisket, chicken, baked beans & several other menu items. The Tuesday taco special looked yummy that someone was enjoying. read more

Annie Eat's may have good food but customer beware. Used them for a graduation party, we picked up the food. Took 45 minutes waiting as the employees were continually scolded while trying to fill orders. An hour late, we got our order to find out potatoes were not cooked. Beans were boiling hot. Two meats were luke warm. And they forgot the chafing dishes. I have a house full of hungry people and I am now cooking my catering order. They do not answer their phones on catering Saturday or respond to FB messages. Just got to talk to Annie who never said I'm sorry. Just I can explain how this happened. Then proceed to tell me about her personal problems as an excuse why my order was not correct. She has no concern for her customers interaction with her business. I just wanted a catering food order for 25 people. Never again. read more

I had seen many great reviews for Annie's, as well as driving by their location. We decided to give this a try, and were not disappointed. Hard to find good BBQ in Central Illinois, but not anymore. We got the ribs and they were delicious. The sauce is tangy, sweet, and slightly smoky-delish-not sure if it is their own or a branded one, so good. Ribs were moist, tender and meaty. Thought I would say, the second time we got the ribs not as tender or meaty, but still good. We also tried the pulled pork, amazing-lean and tender. We tried the Mac and Cheese, good flavor. It has a homemade feel and taste. Look forward to trying other items, plus they have specials during the week to keep you coming back. read more

I have been to Annie's twice now and both times it has been amazing bbq...as a bbq snob these guys rock the bbq out I had the ribs both times I went but have had their pulled pork and pulled chicken at catered events and have been blown away both times. The ribs are cut st Louis style which is to say they are meatier much more meat then a baby back which you find in most places and the fact they have to cut those themselves says a lot about the business they do their ...Annie's sides ..Mac n cheese ...cheesy potatoes...Brandon iron beans all fabulous...if you want great bbq this is your place !! read more

I want to apologize for the review I left the other day . I called a friend that works there they spoke to them they are gonna fix it out of 2 dozen trips to Annie's Eats 1 bad night at close isn't a huge deal. I was prolly more hurt than anything, cause I go there for the BARBQ sauce on everything and that guy wasn't having it insisted I take a few lil bitty cups I don't take more than I'll eat but I do cover my food it's barBQ read more

Annie's Eats Carry-Out And Catering - Barbeque Near Me - Bloomington, Illinois

First, the service was great everyone was nice and I got my food pretty quickly! I ate the pulled pork sandwich, potato salad, baked beans, and chips and queso. I added their sweet barbecue sauce to the pulled pork and it was fire! The potato salad was bland but I'd prefer the bland to bad tasting. The beans were ok, they had a different flavor that made me want to keep trying it but it didn't steal me away. The chips and queso were also really good. I plan to come back and try some of their other dishes especially if I use their sweet bbq (again it was delicious)! read more

Growing up near Memphis, I love my pulled pork and ribs. Unfortunately, I have always been a bit disappointed in BBQ since being here in Illinois. So it took me a while to finally get around to trying Annie's... but I am so glad that I did. The meat on the ribs and the pulled pork were tender and succulent! Perfect smokiness. Never though that I would find a local BBQ place that was as good or better than what I grew up with! read more

This is a little bitty spot, there are a couple of picnic tables out front but it's mostly a takeout joint. I visited there for the first time yesterday and had such a positive experience. The staff is very friendly and my order was processed quickly. Something I really appreciated is that when I went to pick it up, the person who gave me the food opened the containers to verify that my order was correct. Smart! May I just say that I had best brisket I've ever tasted! I got a combo plate which along with the meat came two sides. I chose baked beans and mac and cheese. The beans are fine, a little sweet for my taste that mac and cheese? Scrumptious! I would have been happy with just that! Well, no, the brisket! The combo also comes with a cornbread muffin but it's very sweet so more like a dessert item than bread for my taste. I got my hubby a brisket sandwich which he enjoyed very much, nice hearty bun that didn't fall apart. I got him a side of beans and I think he liked them better than I did. I can't wait to go back and try all of the other sides! If they have cheek available, do yourself a favor and get a slice of it. We had the orange creamsicle cake and it was nice and moist with a delicious frosting. They have spoiled me for any other barbecue joints in town oh, we'll be back! I didn't get any pictures, we were so hungry that we had eaten before I thought of that. read more

I love Annie's! I first tried Annie's shortly after they opened and I have been hooked ever since. Their Brandin' Iron Beans are my absolute favorite. But during the holiday's I was invited to a party and decided to bring some ribs for everyone to try. I ordered 4 full racks and these ribs were the talk of the party! Keep up the great work! read more

The food is great and I love the idea of supporting a truly local restaurant. There are picnic tables for outside dining but no inside sit down available. The brisket is very good, as is the pulled pork. read more

BBQ in Central IL is generic and bland. This is the only place to go in Blono for authentic bbq. The meats are wonderful, as are the sides. I'm still waiting to try the cheesy potatoes because they're always sold out! My favorite side is their bbq beans with multiple types of beans and brisket. I've yet to have anything I don't love here. Also, for last super bowl they had a layered dip special... omg!!! So so good!!!!! read more

OMG! I don't normally submit a review, and definitely not a 5 star review- BUT DAMN THAT IS SOME GREAT FOOD!!! The Brisket is tender and has the best flavor. All the food is awesome, except for the cole slaw. Thats because their slaw is FREAKING ORGASMIC! Its gotta be made by Heaven on Earth Angels! Its sweet and creamy, with kiss from the angels. YUMMY! read more

Annie's sets the bar high for BBQ in this area. Their food is amazing! We recently did a very small to go order for Christmas Day and got some brisket and turkey with some bomb side dishes -twice baked potato casserole and asparagus- needless to say, we couldn't refrain from tasting the turkey today when we got home and it was juicy and so flavorful!! Tomorrow is gonna rock! Annie's has really good BBQ in Blono, their quality can't be beat and their service is great :) we have been there 3 times now and loved it every time. P S. Still need to try them burnt ends, they always go so fast!!! read more

there's no point even calling in your food order here. they won't even start making it until after you arrive. horrible management and even worse employees. The blind leading the blind. food quality is terrible. It's usually dry. definitely don't get the brisket. then the employees try to gaslight you and tell you that you didn't just watch them. do everything wrong in real life time. way overpriced. I've just cannot believe they have as many good reviews as they do. they're definitely buying reviews. this is an honest review from an actual customer. I've been there multiple times. it's the same thing every single time. I literally watched the guy that took my money. go back to the kitchen and tell them I was there and then watch them start to make my order after I'd already arrived. they gave me a 15 minute order time. when I called in my order I showed up in 20 minutes and then had to wait another 20 minutes to get my food. So essentially they were 200% late. And that happens every time. their pit boss should be fired for making ribs so dry. they're selling you dog food. It's because there's no other good place to get barbecue and blono is the only reason they are still open. This place is a joke read more

Annie Eat's may have good food but customer beware. I placed a catering order for a graduation party, we picked up the food. It took an uncomfortable 45 minutes waiting as the employees were continually scolded while trying to fill orders. An hour late, we got our order to take to the party to find out the potatoes were not cooked, ice cold. Beans were boiling hot. Two meats were luke warm. And they forgot the chafing dishes. I have a house full of hungry people and I am now cooking my catering order. They do not answer their phones on catering Saturday or respond to FB messages. Ten days later I got to talk to Annie who never said I'm sorry. Just I can explain how this happened. Mother's Day mixup. One oven. Then proceeded to tell me about her personal problems as an excuse what my order was not correct. Seriously. She has no concern for her customers interaction with her business. I just wanted a catering food order for 25 people. Never again. read more