First post here on this new adventure is one of the very best places that I crave often but don't make the trek to enough. If you're in the area of Hanover or Monticello, or even if you're not, make sure you do yourself a favor and get to @bigborebbqco for some of what our table was crushing tonight: Pork belly burnt ends(pro tip these are good cold from the fridge later too) Brisket Pulled Pork Mac n Cheese Brussel sprouts and do not sleep on the Baked beans(new must) If you want a bit of everything the Barbecue sundae is the perfect thing to get. This place is a must to add to your list. If you go, you gotta try the pork belly burnt ends. For more awesome food spots check out the account mallorymademetryitmn on Instagram! read more

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Amazing BBQ spot! I'm not even a huge fan of BBQ, and this is now my new favorites! Get here early to beat the rush! They do not take reservations, but the place is huge and fun spot to grab a drink to hang out before your meal. MUST TRYS: Burnt ends, brisket, Mac n Cheese, and loaded queso fries! You will not be mad about these flavors! So delicious! Pass on the chips and pico, it was a small portion for the price and nothing special about it. Also pass on the cheese curds because they're cubed shape, and if you're like me, I just don't think these taste as good as a traditional curd! read more

What a surprise to find in Hanover... Came here for my dad's birthday and got right in, even though they looked really busy. Everyone was very satisfied with their food, lots of flavor!! I had the brisket sandwich - very moist, went well with their spicy bbq sauce Wife - had the Cubano, very filling. Flavor explosion. Kid - had the kids ribs and said they were delicious. Nice big parking lot, be prepared to wait. They get busy during lunch and dinner. read more

Big Bore Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

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Great barbecue spot! I got the root beer float cocktail and it was fantastic. The big burrito was huge and had so much meat in it. (Crazy, but maybe too much meat). Very reasonably priced as well. read more

Big Bore Barbecue - Big burrito - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

Friendly service Inside has a cool southern barbecue feel All the meat and the salad was delicious. Barbecue sauces are really good Prices were reasonable. I would definitely recommend this place read more

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I was really excited about finding another BBQ place that I hadn't known about before. Maybe I've just become too picky or maybe Sunday isn't the best time time to go but I was very disappointed. The ribs were warmish and dry and lacked the smoky flavor I was hoping for. The fries were outstanding but more ketchup would have been helpful. The place seem to copy Famous Dave's with a roll of paper towels and sauces on the table. For some reason the staff seemed unhappy and unfortunately it expressed itself as rudeness to us as customers. I'm sorry to say that I felt like our experience was a big dud. read more

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Really great first experience. Stopped in with my family today after a visit to a nearby playground. We were so hungry, and the portions did not disappoint! The kiddos got cheeseburger sliders, and mac & cheese, and the hubby and I created a tray of meats. We had a quarter pound of the pulled chicken, a quarter pound of the beef brisket, and a half pound of the pulled pork. We also got their barbecue baked beans, which had a ton of chunks of meat in them (this was my absolute favorite part of the meal) and a side of fries with seasoned sour cream. The meats were all tasty, but the chicken was my favorite. Service was quick and friendly, we got our food fast, and the environment was casual and relaxed. There's a ton of seating, inside and outside. We will definitely be coming back and bringing my parents next time. read more

Big Bore Barbecue - A tray of meat! Pulled chicken, pulled pork, beef brisket, and a small order of fries - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

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OMG I'm in BBQ heaven and this is Minnesota! I was blown away when we drove up and I saw the size of the place and then couldn't believe my eyes when we walked past the BBQ pits, freaking huge. The interior makes you feel like your standing somewhere in Texas with an equally big outside area. It was a Friday night and the place was rocking the hostess told us 1.5 hours and we were happy to wait since they have a big bar and lots of craft beers on tap as well as a good variety craft cocktails. As we walked to the bar 4 people got up and we snagged so seats at the bar and were able to order dinner at the bar. Bonus! OK Let's talk food. It was off the hook. They have a huge variety of BBQ meats, sandwiches and with Tex Mex options. As soon as I sa the Fat Back Mac & Cheese I had to have it. It's chopped brisket, pulled pork and bacon to our House Made magic, then some bacon & a fried egg on top. The portion was more than I could eat and the flavor was perfect with juicy pulled pork & tender brisket. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Big Bore Barbecue was beyond delicious for dinner tonight. The closest to genuine BBQ from Texas that I've found in MN! Everything was delicious from the ribs, to the cheese curds, to the brussel sprouts and the burnt ends. The service was beyond friendly and helpful with ordering and suggestions! The inside is a super fun vibe, open and lots of tables inside and outside. You gotta check this place out!! read more

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Could it be the best BBQ in Minnesota? In the little town of Hanover lies a hidden gem... But I think the secret is out because the place was packed. Great atmosphere, energy and casual family vibe. They have a great outdoor covered patio as well that really adds another amazing element. The smells guaranteed that no matter what you ordered it was going to to delicious. Order: Brussel sprouts with bacon. If all vegetables were prepared like this kids would never complain again. Crispy, smokey sweet and savory. A must order. Pork belly burnt ends. Just perfect texture contrast between the tender crispy pork and rendered fat that just melted in your mouth. Your choice of the three house BBQ sauces available on the table. Ask for a side of pickles to add a pop of vinegar and crunch to refresh your palate. Baked beans had all the flavors you were hoping for with little nuggets of brisket and pulled pork mixed in. Overall: This is a destination place that any BBQ fan or enthusiast would love. read more

Big Bore Barbecue - Pork Belly Burnt Ends - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

This place is amazing, from the outside to the inside this is something else! We had perfect service, our waitress was just amazing and the food was remarkably delicious! Only thing we didn't like was the potato salad, way to sweet and nothing crunchy in there, everything else was a pleasure read more

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The interior was rustic and roomy. There was a fire going on outside in a fire pit. That added to the overall cold, Minnesota country vibe. I loved the bbq ribs. There was a nice crunchy exterior when I bit into the juicy ribs that gave it interesting texture. The beef brisket was on the dry side. The exterior could use more crunch and maybe coat it in peppercorn. They offered 3 different kinds of BBQ sauce. I mixed the first and second one for a perfect balance of sweet, tangy and spicy. Service was excellent. The bread the meal came with looked plain but was soft, buttery and thick, which I loved. The coleslaw was overdressed in my opinion. The sweet potato fries were good. Overall, I loved the ambiance, service and it was decently good BBQ for the area. read more

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First time there and it was some of the best bbq in Minnesota! Everything was amazing!

Our server Jody met us with a smile & a complete satisfying experience. From her recommendations & attentive ways, very much needed in today's chaos. Thank you Jody, continue to spread your smile. read more

1/4 rack pork ribs - very dry, spice level surprisingly high. Soooo many better ribs available. Definitely NOT worth the drive from south Mpls. 1/2 lb brisket- Dry, minimal smoke ring. Once again, many places offer a better brisket. I understand pepper and salt as the primary rub but come on. Sad. Q sauce - Atmosphere - LOUD Overall, not worth the time and money read more

On the spot for bbq. Texas style bbq by the lb or rack slow smoke cooked with great sides, hostess was very cordial and informative amd the food was great. read more

A place we've been wanting to go to for a while, since it is a drive from our home it has been difficult. The first time we went, we were in the area and tried to stop in but the wait time was insane, so we decided to postpone. The second time was more planned, we took the drive and the place was full but no wait time. We got seated right away. The food was delicious! The pickles were amazing. Prime rib was juicy and the right amount of food. The Brussels sprouts are a must. Didn't feel rushed at all even though it was full. Really enjoyed our time there and recommend 100%. Just be aware of there might be wait times sometimes read more

Big Bore Barbecue - Ribs, Brussels Sprouts, Prime Rib, Mac and Cheese, Beans, pickles. - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

We've had the spot on our barbecue wish list for a while now, it's just a bit off the beaten path so we hadn't had a chance to go out this way. This last weekend we decided to go on a mini road trip because we kept hearing such great things and wanted to give it our own review. We came for lunch on a Sunday, the football games were on. The weather was beautiful. And the grill and smoker were doing their thing! It only took about 10 minutes before we were seated and the staff was so sweet and kind, can't say good enough things about the service we had. We ended up going with the beef rib special that includes two sides for $50. That sounds steep, but I promise you that the beef rib is so big you will be eating it for at least two meals! We also ordered some wing appetizers and for the sides we went with a combination of mac & cheese, coleslaw, baked beans, french fries, and potato salad. My husband said if we wanted to give it a true review we had to get all of the sides! now, her context we lived in Texas and we know good barbecue, and this by far is the closest we have ever gotten! These smoked wings were the best I've ever had! I don't typically like smoked wings because I don't really like when it falls off the bone, but these were really great Hardy wings that kept their form, had really incredible smoky flavor, and overall we're so crisp I would definitely come back just for the wings. The beef rib was also incredibly delicious, juicy, and even though it fell off the bone it was the best beef rib I've ever had. we will definitely be back and highly highly recommend this place to anyone who is a meat lover! read more

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Love this place! Probably the best BBQ food I've ever had. Personally I gravitate towards their Tex-Mex offerings, with my favorite being their Meat and Mac burrito. The service is always friendly and efficient, although since they don't take reservations it can sometimes be a very long wait for a table. Their interior ambience is nice, feels a little bit like a Famous Dave's but better. I would highly recommend this place if you're looking for some small town vibes with excellent flavor! read more

Big Bore Barbecue - Front of building - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

Love everything about this place! The ambience, the food, the staff/service, 10/10! Highly recommend

Our favorite restaurant! Try to go on the weekend so you can get the prime rib. I love the Brussels sprouts for a side. The pork belly burnt ends are outstanding. We usually get the dry rubbed wings, also amazing. Can't say enough about the ribs and pulled pork, it's all great. We've never had anything we didn't like. Service has always been great too. Has your typical bbq/rustic vibe. read more

I had some awesome leftover brisket from this place and had to come see for myself. It was pretty busy so we had to wait 15 minutes to get seated which is a good sign. It's a pretty spacious place with lots of TVs. We ordered the ribs, baked beans and pork belly burnt ends. Overall really solid bbq because everything was on point. read more

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We are OG fans of Big Bore BBQ - so it was a no brainer to choose them to cater our wedding. I should start off by saying their process for booking is really simple - and you have a large list of items to choose from for any catering event. Our wedding was about an hour north of the Twin Cities and they accommodated us like it was right in their backyard. The food was absolutely fantastic, and we received so many positive comments from our guests about the food and the service. The price was pretty average for what other restaurants/companies charge for events so there isn't much to complain about on that front. I highly recommend stopping in at Big Bore BBQ for dinner, and if you are thinking about hiring them for catering - DO IT! There is a reason people come from all over to hang out at Big Bore BBQ. read more

Great beer, great bbq We got the candy bacon, queso and fries with more queso. It was a delicious. For dessert the chocolate lava like cake is a must have... with ice cream. Service was awesome, great suggestions. Definitely a must visit! read more

We took the bike to this lovely place during the Vikings game on Sunday. The air was filled with delicious food scents and

Ordered the ribs. They were served as if they were just thawed. Onion rings were good, potato salad great, but I went to Big Boar for ribs served hot. read more

Cool place. A little bit of a drive to get there but worth it. Service was extremely good considering it is a bikers hangout. But it is also perfectly suited for a business dinner. Not in suites but casual any time. read more

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Nice BBQ joint with great food. A bit far if you're not local to Hanover, but worth the drive. Their pork belly burnt ends are incredibly juicy, flavorful, and tender. It's like grown-ups candy! Balance things out with some roasted Brussels sprouts and you get your veggies in. Nicely cooked, well seasoned, with a slight char to enhance the seasoning. The pulled pork is tender and juicy; however, the ribs could be a little more tender -- not quite fall-of-the-bone tender. Service is great with friendly staff, but wait times can be a bit long if they're busy -- there's plenty of seating both inside and outside at their patio, so it can affect service speed and bit. Please visit their socials before driving there, especially in the summertime, as they often hold events during weekdays that PACK the place. Overall a nice alternative, with a nice rustic feel, with tasty smoked meats, and reasonable prices. read more

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Some of the best bbq in Minnesota hands down!! Atmosphere is great, Texas style bbq is spot on! Large portions and everything is fresh! Service is always great!! When you pull into the parking lot the smell will make you drool! A must stop and eat place! read more

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Overpriced: 6 dry ribs + club soda rang up at over $30 after tax & 20% tip. Very stingy - skip it

These guys just catered for 500 plus people are crushed it! Thanks for making our Sunday event amazing Pastor Scott! read more

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Nice place great food. I think the service is pretty quick for as busy as they are. They always have a nice drink selection. Also that's something a little different than just an old-fashioned. They have like peach teas food is great nice portion sizes. The staff is always friendly. read more

A delicious and fun spot, not too far from Plymouth/Minnetonka! The ambiance is very Texas Southern with a woody interior covered in signs and buckets on the table with utensils. Service was fast and the waitress was kind and attentive! We started with the nachos and they were a delicious way to start the night. We ordered them with brisket and I couldn't stop chowing down on the delicious smoked meat. Definitely recommend this to start with. For dinner I ordered the tacos, and I was not thrilled. They were incredibly dry and salty - from what I've heard from friends I just ordered the wrong thing off the menu. However, the portion is HUGE - these are not street sized tacos, I had lots of leftovers. Good news is, I saved the filling for leftovers and it was great the next day when made into a new meal. I also tried my boyfriend's mac and cheese side and it was delicious! Again, reaffirming my thought that I just ordered the wrong thing. I will definitely be back to try this again! read more

Big Bore Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

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Drive out west for some delicious barbecue! It's a super popular place so prepare to wait, though we got in sooner than they quoted. It's worth the wait! We had a super sweet waitress (Jody?) who carded me for my beer! My photos turned out kind of dark, but it was light enough to see my food. Country music played in the background. We shared brisket with a pint of beans and a pulled pork sandwich add a small side of sweet potato fries and their spicy sour cream. Finished it off with a perfect summer beer Shiner lemon! Great compliment to all the tasty meat! We tried all the sauces and liked the middle of the road thicker one the best, the heat of the hot one was just right and lastly the vinegar style liquid one last because I don't love that style but all of the flavors were superb! Grandma's baked beans were the crowd favorite with the pulled pork sandwich which I'd go back for! Go get some smoked meats! read more

Big Bore Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

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Service was excellent! Our server was incredibly kind and friendly, gave us recommendations and checked on us numerous times. Only problem was the food. After being told by everyone this is the best barbecue place in Minnesota (my home state) I can safely say I've had better at Famous Dave's. Their speciality sauces are all sweet, even the spiciest one is sweet. The meat was so incredibly dry, cold and flavorless. We were appalled. We asked our server about it and she apologized and took 20 dollars off of our check which of course immediately went towards a generous tip for her. Service is top notch but I can't come back knowing this is how the food is. read more

I just don't get why this place is rated so high? Ribs were mush, bark was soft and chewy with decent flavor but we didn't finish a 1/2 rack, pulled pork zero flavor, soft and grey so I assume made the day before. Sausage was also very "confusing" it was a chocolate color and so over seasoned and dry, its flavor is way off, pork is flavorless and the sausage is over seasoned?? Brisket was decent. Slow service, seriously it's Sunday afternoon 1/3rd of the place was full... the building is neat but that's where it ends. 75 minute drive to see the hype, disappointing. read more

Ashlin took such great care of us. From the food to the service, it was the best culinary experience Wright county has to offer. read more

Big Bore Barbecue - Patio - Barbeque Near Me - Hanover, Minnesota

This is a review of apx 10 separate dining experiences. Service is constantly decent. Brisket generally dry. Pork and Beans are most consistent good item on menu. Ribs are inconsistent but generally mediocre. Pulled chicken is WAY over peppered. Mac and Cheese is solid. Burgers can be good but 3 out of 4 were ordered medium well and served rare. Cobb salad with brisket is worth getting. Summary - it's hit or miss and definitely doesn't have the consistency of high standard product that the reviews imply. The area is desperate for bbq and they have no competition. Laws of supply and demand in effect. read more

Yummy bbq in Hanover! Great service, too! Highly recommend! We also get the pulled pork for family gatherings. Affordable and easy!

First time eating here so I got the BBQ Sunday. The beans, and rib were good. The Mac and cheese was not what I expected. It tasted like it came from a box. Not cheesy enough, it tasted more like a thickener of flour and milk. The shredded pork was okay kinda bland and too wet for me. The one rib was good. My husband ordered the Texas dip sandwich. The au jus was so salty that he couldn't eat. The rest of the sandwich was good. He also ordered a side of potato salad which has no frills, tastes just like Reese potato salad that you get from the grocery store. We were very disappointed for the price you pay. We will never go back. Sorry no pictures. read more