Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Big Dan's

    4.1 (74 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

    Big Dan's Photos

    BIG DAN'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Big Dan's

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Local music group
    Pranay S.

    Stopped in for a lunch after a sectional hike on the AT. A great choice for BBQ. The food was great , lots of selection for bbq sauces, tried out all of those. Everything was home made. The pulled pork and the briskets were great. Along w the Oakra and the chips. Shout out to the super friendly hostess / waitress. Got to enjoy live music. A few local folks get together there Sat mornings.

    a man standing at the counter
    Jason G.

    I am so glad I stopped here. I'm trying to stay away from pork and beef (so why go to a bbq joint?) so I had the smoked chicken with white sauce, what a great choice. It was the first time I've had collared greens so I couldn't tell if they were good or not but I will rave about the baked potato salad it was so good. And the staff was super helpful

    the name of the restaurant

    See all

    Photo of Dave F.
    0
    61
    15

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of D
    0
    57
    1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jason G.
    312
    1142
    1273

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of K. N.
    0
    61
    12

    2 years ago

    Hands down the best BBQ in Elizabethton! Can't wait to go back for Dan's ribs real soon.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Great food and service! We visited the restaurant 6 months ago. Stop by and see for yourself!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Some of the best BBQ I have ever eaten. You don't want to miss this. Waiting to go back next time I am in town visiting family...

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Noah L.
    0
    52
    39

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Great food! Great service. We usually carry out but looks great inside. We call in and is always hot.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mama S.
    0
    40
    41

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Great food w an awesome atmosphere. Brisket is terrific. Saturday morning blue grass music

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Dan W.
    0
    22
    6

    3 years ago

    Excellent service with great food. Nice location as well. Some of the best BBQ I have had

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Liz G.
    38
    21
    4

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sam L.
    0
    32
    1

    4 years ago

    My wife and I both had the pork platter and we were not disappointed. The portion were large and the staff was very friendly.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Joel H.
    0
    118
    3

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Very friendly staff, but the barbecue is dry for my taste, the brisket was extremely dry and tough

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Chris S.
    288
    1664
    11413

    9 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nicole C.
    18
    49
    60

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Shelby C.
    208
    59
    2

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    One of the best barbecue places I've been hands down. Great staff, great food, fair pricing.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Ask the Community - Big Dan's

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Barbeque 681 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    J's Corner - Chili dog

    J's Corner

    4.6(65 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $

    This business was opened in 2008 but the building looks like it's from a much earlier time, the…read morefood here was good, the service was exceptional. I was amazed at how fast the line moved and although the seating is limited to a few tables inside and a few more under an awning in front of the restaurant we were able to find a seat even though we ordered our food for take out thinking we'd be eating in the park but we got lucky. You order at the counter and they give you a number placard and find you when your made to order food is ready. Being this was our first time here we were clueless of the protocol but the staff is ready to help with any questions you have. We ordered burgers and shared an order of crinkle fries and both of us got a self-serve fountain drink. This is definitely a local's favorite and boy did they pack this place at noon, only to be out done by their take out orders, this kitchen can put out lots of food so the wait time is very manageable. The burgers were fresh and well put together and delicious, we only realized you have to ask for pickles whether or not you order the burgers all the way after we placed our order so they brought out a small cup full and they definitely are a must. The crinkle fries were crispy and delicious and perfect with a few sprinkles of their signature "dust". The staff and food definitely exceeded our expectations and I'd eat here again just to try a few more of their offering - this is a wonderful small town locally owned business...

    I have never had anything that was not fantastic. They are always packed and a line of people, but…read morethey move everyone in and out. There is extra parking across the street. A+ Plus!

    Photos
    J's Corner - Fried green tomato burger: hamburger topped with a fried green tomato, aioli, bacon, and cheese

    Fried green tomato burger: hamburger topped with a fried green tomato, aioli, bacon, and cheese

    J's Corner - Pulled pork sandwich

    Pulled pork sandwich

    J's Corner - This is the bbq pork sandwich with slaw after I took a big bite out of it. It smelled so good I couldn't wait to taste it. Delicious!!!

    See all

    This is the bbq pork sandwich with slaw after I took a big bite out of it. It smelled so good I couldn't wait to taste it. Delicious!!!

    Burg’r & Barrel - Food.

    Burg’r & Barrel

    3.9(91 reviews)
    8.1 mi
    $$

    We came with a party of 10 around 7:45. The place was very busy but within 15 minutes they were…read moreable to seat us. Service was excellent as well as the food. Most had burgers, one had nachos, another grilled chicken and my husband had the North Rail which was pork, brisket and wings. No complaints from anyone. The food was all delicious. Would definitely come back!

    First time trying this popular burger bar downtown by the railroad tracks…read more Met some friends on a Saturday for dinner while the TN Vols were playing football. Loud inside and outside from all the TN fans. Started off with a couple appetizers: Onion Rings - thickly sliced and deep fried. Hard boiled eggs on top of guacamole sprinkled with bacon jam. They must have been running low on the bacon jam because we barely had more than a speck on each egg. However, this dish is delicious. I would get it again. Main dish: Hubby ordered the Nashville hot chicken sandwich with fries. I ordered the TN Barrel burger WITHOUT a bun. Unfortunately, they served it with a gluten free bun. In place of the fries I substituted a small mac-n-cheese. Is the mac-n-cheese supposed to be room temperature? Mine was. That was not very tasty. Would have preferred it to be bubbly hot. Quick friendly service in a loud environment. They keep smiling through the chaos which is appreciated.

    Photos
    Burg’r & Barrel - Inside.

    Inside.

    Burg’r & Barrel - Handmade onion rings with choo-choo dipping sauce. A house favorite!

    Handmade onion rings with choo-choo dipping sauce. A house favorite!

    Burg’r & Barrel - Outside.

    See all

    Outside.

    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

    3.9(82 reviews)
    8.9 mi
    $$

    This was our first time! We love wings & I'm super picky for some good wings! These were so yummy!…read moreCooked perfectly, great size & the spicy garlic was good! Tons of wing flavors to choose from! We got the platter, comes with 8 traditional/or boneless wings & two sides for 17$! Such a good deal, it was a lot of food, and we both had left overs! I got it with the Mac & onion rings & he did fries & fried okra so we could try different sides! All very good!! Mac was a bit bland , but salt n pepper helped!! It was overall a fun little laid back sports bar! Def would be fun for playoff games, tons of tvs, even some at the tables! Arcade room! Our server Marcus was great. He was friendly, gave us suggestions & refilled refills quickly! I come from 15+ years in hospitality! It's nice to still see great people in this industry that care about guest like I do!! We def will be back!!

    Went back to watch an NFL game. I had a "Brotherly Love" Cheese Steak Sandwich and fries, and my…read morefriend had the Mushroom burger with onion rings! The onion rigs were great, crispy and tasty, so were the fries. The burger was cooked well and tasted ok as burgers go! My steak sandwich on the other hand was bland, I had to look closely as i first thought it was ground beef instead of steak! If this sandwich served in Philadelphia it would be thrown back to the kitchen! Service again was poor! Three ladies were standing arguing over the tabs, and ignored my friend who waited 4 - 5 minutes just to get their attention! She finally walked over to where the employees argued and had to ask for anther drink! UNACEPTABLE! Doubt if we are coming back! There are too many other burger joints in Johnson City with big screen TVs and better service! !

    Photos
    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings - Inside view

    Inside view

    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
    Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

    See all

    Big Dan's - bbq - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...