I'm a Yelp fangirl always, but when I can use the app to find hidden gems in a new place I get super hyped. We were driving through Delaware with a cranky baby and in desperate need of lunch. We pulled into the parking lot of a pizzeria, opened up the Yelp app and saw that the Big John's food truck was parked across the street and was serving up homemade BBQ. Yes, please! Hubs and I both ordered pulled pork sandwiches and we'll both be dreaming about it for a long time. The pork was juicy, decadent and flavorful. It came with a side of the most incredible BBQ sauce, but the meat was so flavorful it could've also been enjoyed standalone. The sandwich seriously had enough meat on it to feed two people, and I could barely finish 1/3 of it. I wish I had added something on for a little extra crunch like pickles or cole slaw, but this sandwich was still perfection. SO glad we stopped here instead of eating Subway at a rest stop. It was a true hidden gem! read more

Big John’s Barbecue - a pulled pork sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Bear, Delaware

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Good meat but I for $26 I got the end of the beef rib. More fat than meat and when I order ribs, I expect to eat off the bone. Great sauce but poor cut of meat read more

The Pulled Pork is delicious. Great flavor not over seasoned. The Collard Greens and Macaroni and Cheese were good too. Nice staff and prompt friendly service. I'll be back ! read more

Big John’s Barbecue - Pulled Pork Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Bear, Delaware

Ribs, potato salad, and Cole slaw. Don't hesitate to stop here! Meaty ribs with tasty dry rub and spicy-sweet sauce on the side. I live about 40 miles away, I'll be back! read more

Big John’s Barbecue - Ribs, potato salad, and Cole slaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Bear, Delaware

Big John's is really good. I am from the south so some real cornbread (not Jiffy) with the greens would be really tasty. The ribs were on point. The mustard sauce on the ribs was great. The young lady at the register was really nice. There is a sitting area outside. So on a beautiful day you can enjoy a meal and that yummy grill smell. John makes his own mix of Kool aid which reminded me of old school. (Flash back mood) LOL I will be trying other things on the menu, so we will be back. read more

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I've been wanting to try Big John's for awhile. Finally drove by when he was open. I missed out on the Mac and Cheese, but the potato salad was great. The collards were delicious and of course, the pulled pork was great. I have enough pork left over for a sandwich tomorrow. The hot BBQ sauce was nice...even on the collard greens. Service was friendly and I appreciate the young lady bringing my order to my car. Definitely going back. Hopefully I won't miss the Mac & Cheese again. Thank you!!! read more

Big John’s Barbecue - Pulled Pork Plate with Potato Salad and Collard Greens - Barbeque Near Me - Bear, Delaware

Went here once. The bbq was so-so! Had better at Dickies just down the road. May go back and give it another try though, maybe I caught them on on off day. read more

Awesome brisket sandwich! Didn't need bbq sauce as the flavor was already there Friendly people and good service all around. Gives me reason to return and try something else. read more

Big John's is LEGIT!! The food was delicious and the service was so personable. We ordered pork ribs, sweet potatoes, bbq beans, Mac-n-cheese and smoked chicken wings. This Mac-n-cheese was great!! All of the meats were tender and smoked perfectly. I will definitely be back. read more

Big John's is legit bbq...best brisket ever! I can't wait to bring more people back to try the house specialty...ribs!

Well my fellow Yelper's it's time for another review, it's Big John's Barbecue turn. My wife's friend told her about Big John's so i looked it up a i noticed that we know Big John so you know we had to see what he has to offer. The fellowship was great because we haven't see him in yrs. We got the pork rib platter, but he gave us a sample of smoked meatloaf, and brisket and man it was GREAT!!!! The smoke rings on the meatloaf and brisket was the opening act to the headliner.... The taste of the meat was extraoridinary. And John personelly brings your bag of goodie to your car, Gold Star. We will definitely go back again, and again.... No need for score because Big John's Barbecue gets 10's all around. Keep up the great work. read more

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This place is no joke the best BBQ I've ever had. I've never tried to get every last bit of meat off the bones like I did with Big John's. We were just driving by but once we smelled the smoker, we had to U-turn it back and I'm so glad we did. We got the pork ribs and the rub and smokey flavor was fantastic. The homemade hot sauce was like a slightly spicy honey mustard that paired so well with pork ribs. Super nice people working there and they even bring the food out to your car. Almost all the sides/sauces/desserts/drinks are handmade too which is hard to find nowadays and they had great music playing. Plus they have really reasonable prices for the quality of food you get. This place definitely lived up to their reputation and if you're passing by when they're open you gotta stop by and get something, you won't regret it. read more

Omg bbq! Better than DE beach Bethany Blues (which is hard to beat)! Highly recommend! We have ordered twice and sampled different things in our orders; my assessment is as follows: Meats: Brisket was deliciously seasoned and not dry Pulled pork was amazing especially with their bbq sauce Chicken leg delicious (but skin isn't crispy in case that's important to you) Meatloaf was huge and delicious but needs to be eaten with their sauce Chicken salad was good but the other proteins were our favorites (seemed like it was the leftover chicken wings without the skin of course, so if you like their chicken wings you will like their chicken salad) Haven't tried the ribs yet and rumors has it he is working on a smoked turkey (can't wait) Get the green beans (trust me) Broccoli was amazingly seasoned Mac cheese yes please Potato salad was yummy Sweet potatoes are good (but only if you like cinnamon) Collard greens were good but like the other sides better Hoping they will add corn bread to the menu Their MILD sauce is AMAZING. It's not too vinegary. While mustard based, it's not too mustardy. If you like honey mustard from the grocery store, you'll love their sauce. read more

Great smoked favor,great service i will be back when they open awesome sides dise.................

Non-responsive. Difficult to contact. No one to speak with and when I did get a reply it was too late. I had already SPOKEN with 5 other caterers. Communication is key. We didn't even get off the ground. Keep looking. Elected one star just to post this review read more

Introduced to Big John by the kindness of his wife. She heard me speaking of my love for collard greens. She was kind enough to share a sample. They were tangy and tasty. As an added bonus, I sampled some smoked chicken wings. They were full of the smoked flavor all the way through. I'm not sure if they have a special BBQ sauce but I'm sure it would go great with the wings. The thoughtfulness made everything taste delicious. Please stop by. read more

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First time ordering from here, let me tell you hands down best bbq we have had in years. The Smoked Meatloaf was so good! Wings had perfect flavor, the Big Johns Kool-Aid was a perfect choice for a beverage. I think this is going to be on Saturday lunch/dinner spot!! Just need them to start serving Burnt Ends!!! read more

Big John’s Barbecue - Smoked Meatloaf, Roasted Potatoes, and Green Beans! - Barbeque Near Me - Bear, Delaware

Love everything about it and I've tried 1 of everything. Service is great food is great and prices unbeatable

What a hidden gem this place is!! The food is incredible, the service with a smile and Big John is a great guy-- A BBQ aficionado. We had the brisket, the smoked chicken salad and the pulled pork. Each one was better than the last. This place will not disappoint. Better come hungry -- the portions are huge. Worth the trip from anywhere! read more

Wings are great. Hot dogs & lemonade are my favorite! Service is excellent! Nice outdoor seating if I just want to hang around and chill.

Everyone here was so friendly! The brisket was amazing (tender and so flavorful). I don't even like pork spareribs...but these were great! The pulled pork was also a huge hit!! Will definitely go back! read more

I ate his smoked chicken wings, Mac and cheese and sauteed broccoli. It was melt in your mouth good! I finished it up and was already planning when I'll order next. Best part is they are all so sweet, great people and they make great food. I highly suggest stopping by and trying Big John out, make sure you order enough for seconds because you will want more. Thanks Big John and Family! Keep it up! read more

This place is absolutely the best chicken and ribs that I've had in a very long time. They are quick, professional and very customer focused. I love close and will be a regular for sure! read more

The food and customer service was amazing. The ribs are the best I've ever had. The wings are amazing as well. The ribs were so good I didn't even need the BBQ sauce. read more