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Bro-N-Laws Bar-B-Q

3.1 (78 reviews)
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Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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My bill that was paid for not free, NOTHING was hot! I should've just ordered New Congress Pizza for today!
Sevina N.

NEVER HAVE I EVER been so disappointed and disgusted with a restaurant to this magnitude! Fries burnt tasting and cold, chicken wings cold, links cold and tips cold! Then to call and be told there's nothing I can do ma'am...YOU CAN! You can definitely do better, take pride in your business and service by not sending out less than mediocre food that was PAID for, not free! Simply horrible and terrible experience, nothing was hot or freshly made within 1 hour!

Large turkey Tip. Not the best photo but they were great!
Jessica M.

I order Bro-N- Laws via Uber eats. Ya'll I was a little scared because I had never heard of them and the store front on Google didn't do the place much justice! But they had turkey tips... I'm avoiding red meat and I'm chicken and fished out. I'm here to say the Turkey Tips were delicious. I actually ordered: 1 Large Turkey Tip 1 Banana Pudding 1 extra sauce The tips were great! They were very fresh and there was a generous portion. I've had a few different types of turkey tips and I happily surprised that these had a few bones and some skin. I felt like I was eating pork rib tips...but they were def turkey! There was texture and flavor! I could have used a few more fries... BUT with the amount of turkey I got.. I cant complain about fries. They gave me what matters most. SN: If you like very saucy food, I definitely suggest ordering an extra sauce or two. I was also happy to see my full order written on the brown paper bag, and I received every item I ordered. So many places forget the sauces!!

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Jose C.

Came to Bro N Laws to try some of their bbq. Like most bbq joints, this place is take out only and they accept credit cards. The only thing that was bad was their customer service. The guy that took our order had an attitude and wasn't welcoming at all. Never once smiled. Can't be doing that, especially during these times. The food however was a different story. My wife ordered their tips and wings combo, and I ordered my usual tips and links. My wife's wings were very tasty. Cooked just right and were a decent size. The ribs had plenty of meat and had a nice smoky flavor. The sauce complemented these perfectly smoked ribs. I ordered a small and there was plenty of food to go around. I got worried at first when I didn't see the links. I was about to call them and say hey what the hell?! But I found them! Unlike other joints that serve they shop, they served them in slices here. These were good but would have preferred them whole. Overall they have some food tasting bbq here. Places like this aren't usually only found on the south side so it's good to have some good tasting rib tips on the west side. Just gotta check that attitude bro.

Rib tips
Brittany K.

This was one of the first places I tried when I moved to Chicago. I was living in Logan Square at the time and this place was nearby. It was the place with no frills and little social media presence, but we gave it a try anyway and I'm so glad we did. I ordered the catfish, chicken wings, and rib tips with sauce on the side. All their barbeque is smoked low and slow and worth the wait! The tips were definitely the star of the show! I'd say if you want to try this place, go during the day and during off-peak hours. Understand that they drop your food when you ordered it (at least the fried stuff) so be prepared to wait. I promise it's worth it. Just make sure to ask them how long it'll be and watch the clock, when they start calling out orders, it can get hectic, and if you don't hear your order called/or mishear that's not fun for anyone. But don't let the area and menu deter you, give it a try, you'll like it!

Tip and Wing Combo
Rainbow B.

Food not so good chicken looked old Barely any meat on the rib tips not tender or flavorful For this to be black owned I am very disappointed Portions are off definitely a waste If you plan on trying food here try the mini ribs first do not get a big order of anything

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I truly hate leaving bad reviews. Especially, for black restaurants. But this food was TRASH! Absolutely TRASH! Old, dry, leftover bbq. I bought the "Caddy" which was wings, tips and links and everything was terrible. The smallest wings I've ever had and fried beyond belief. I so disappointed. I ordered as soon as the opened thinking it would be decent and got leftover stuff from yesterday. Not to mention it cost almost $30

Rib tips
LeShonne S.

My organization ordered catering from Bro-n-laws for a summer event. We had so much food! I really liked the sausage links, spegetti, Mac an Cheese, and wings. Honestly, everything was flavorful. Guests left satisfied.

eating from this place you just as well go eat out of the garbage can they just throw any thing together especially if you get it delivered I wish I could post a pic of the trash they sent me through Uber rates it was supposed to be perch but it was some refried fish that they burned to a crisp and sent it these ppl are crap. but I guess it speaks volumes of me cause I keep hoping that they will tighten their game and be a quality black on business but no such luck. good luck to you stomach if you eat here.

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4 months ago

The best bbq on the westside of town and they do have amazing specials on Monday's & Tuesday

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Good hot food very flavorfull good customer service I will return to the location great food deals

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Tried this joint 3 times, foods was over cooked and dry each time. They haven't learned the RECIPE to good BBQ.

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the food was actually okay. I ordered a large tips and link combo. for $16 that was really stingy.

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Green Street Smoked Meats - Sliced Brisket, Macaroni Salad, Cole Slaw, complimentary white bread, Cornbread with Honey Butter

Green Street Smoked Meats

4.4(2.4k reviews)
3.9 mi•West Loop, Near West Side
•$$

Delicious solid BBQ. This restaurant's entrance is at alley way. The BBQ restaurant is at the back…read moreof the building and the coffee shop is at the front. We came around 11am right before the lunch hour. The restaurant was still not crowded so we ordered right away. Hubby asked if there was a sampler menu and the guy prepared us a little bit of everything to try. - Sliced brisket: my personal favorite. The meat was tender and very meaty. - Chopped brisket (burnt end): hubby's favorite because it was a bit fattier so it was more tender - Pastrami: ate it with the mustard and it was good! The meat was tender and flavorful. - Pulled pork: delicious! My kiddo's fave because it had a slight sweetness and the pork was tender - Pork ribs: my other favorite! The meat was so tender yet the sauce stuck to the meat. Super flavorful. Once we finished our meal, the restaurant got crowded. So, come early before rush hour. Overall, it was a great selection of BBQ. Each one of us has our own favorite. A must visit when in Chicago!

So the wifey and I finally found ourselves trying this place out. The smoke lured us there. Nice…read moreopen place to eat some Texas style BBQ. They have indoor and outdoor seating. A cobblestone walkway with a rustic feel to it. It's also a Ramen & coffee spot on the premises. But we were there for the BBQ! We got there right around opening time so the line hadn't formed yet. The gentleman that cut our meats was very inviting and so nice! He definitely gets a 10/10 for service! We ordered just about everything except the pulled pork. We ordered 1/2 lb. of Brisket, 1/2 lb. of Pastrami, 1/2 lb. of the Pork Ribs, 1/2 lb. of Smoked Turkey, A Cheddar Jalapeno Hot Link, 1 1/2 Beef Rib, Chicago Twinke, Coke Zero and I went back and got 1/2 lb. Pork Belly! They give you complementary bread & pickled onions. I spent a total of $243.08 tip included. (I always tip good for good food and service). Tipping is optional though. I'm going to start with the Pastrami. It was tender, very, very well seasoned, Smokey, rich and absolutely delicious!!! 10/10! The sliced Brisket was also very, very well seasoned, tender & Smokey! Another 10/10!! The pork Ribs were once again seasoned well, not fall of the bone tender but they were tender how a rib should be! Nice glaze of sauce on them I'd say a 9.6/10. The smoked turkey is the best I've ever had ANYWHERE!! Moist, tender, seasoned and Smokey! 10/10! The pork belly was lean, fatty, rich, seasoned, tender just sinfully delicious!! 10/10. The cheddar Jalapeño hot link was juicy, smoked, had a nice snap, very flavorful and not too spicy. Just enough heat nothing overpowering. And it was a nice size sausage (pause). 9.7/10. The Chicago Twinkie is a Jalapeño stuff with cheese and wrapped in bacon! Smoked to perfection! Also deliciously sinful! 10/10!! The beef rib was so tender, nicely smoked, rich, well seasoned, it was fatty and lean. My gosh! So freaking good!! 10/10. We didn't order any sides we were there strictly for the smoked meat and this place did not disappoint! I can't wait until my next visit there! Next time I'll try a beer to go with it to help cut through the richness of the meat. If you haven't already been here, treat yourself to some delicious BBQ! All in all They get a solid 9.9/10!! Remember ALL reviews are subjective (Except this one. Lol)

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Chubby Cattle BBQ | Chicago

Chubby Cattle BBQ | Chicago

4.5(518 reviews)
5.4 mi•Chinatown
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4.5 stars, went for lunch on Friday. Service was great (although admittedly it was not a busy…read moretime)! They were out of some items, and had some technical difficulties with the ordering iPads. There is also a strict limit of 10 items per 7 minutes, which may be a problem if your group size is 4. You can also only order 2 of a specific item in that 10 item / 7 minute batch.

Kari's Rating 9.5/10…read more Got seated right away and Justin our server was so incredibly personal and knowledgeable about the food, sauces, sides and drinks. He was so helpful as it was my out of state friend's first time there and I so appreciated his patience as the ordering process here can be extremely overwhelming. As he gave us the run down on the three dining tiers available, we were brought seaweed salad and kimchi as well as a fresh salad and come cheese corn. We decided on the gold tier as it was a good middle point in both quality and spending! I can't believe there were unlimited drinks downstairs as well as two types of milk tea and chocolate and vanilla soft serve. I actually ended up making a milk tea shake which was incredibly refreshing with the heat of the grill and the smokiness of the meat. We ordered so many rounds of meat that I couldn't keep up with them all so I just posted a lot of pictures (see below.) I've come here a few times before, but this time felt so much more personal things to our server as well as getting there before the big lunch rush. Someone give Justin a raise as he was buzzing around to the tables around us each giving them a personalized experience as well! This is definitely one of my favorite places in Chinatown to come if you're looking for food that is both high-quality and for a good price! Definitely order the lamb chop -it's spicy and smoky all at once and since there is a bone in it, it was extra juicy! 12/10 will be coming back.

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Aloha Hawaiian BBQ - Loco Moco

Aloha Hawaiian BBQ

4.7(33 reviews)
3.3 mi•Little Village

I love going to Hawaiian spots, but they're usually hard to come around; therefore, I gave Aloha…read moreHawaiian BBQ a chance and absolutely loved the food. We got the pork katsu, shrimp, and fried chicken plates. The katsu was very crispy and paired well with a nice tangy sauce. The shrimp was banging and paired so well with the lemon and rice. And lastly, the fried chicken (chicken karaage) was so crispy and juicy but had such good flavor to it. The rice and mac paired so well with the proteins too. The service was nice; they have a kiosk where you order all your food and then a robot brings your food to the table. The ambiance had a nice Hawaiian decor to it and was full of color. Additionally, there's a decent amount of seating if you want to eat there. I'd definitely come back again and give this place a try.

Decided to finally check this place out for dinner after noticing it for a while. Missing the L&L…read moreHawaiian style from the West Coast, I had high expectations--especially since I was craving some island comfort food on a night I didn't feel like cooking. I ordered the chicken katsu and short ribs. Once I walked in and noticed a mix of non-Hawaiian dishes on the menu, my expectations dipped a bit. Unfortunately, my hunch was right: the short ribs were way too sweet, overly sauced, and lacked that signature char, while the katsu was just okay. The mac salad was also a letdown--it lacked creaminess and had a strange hint of vinegar instead of the traditional flavor. While other items on the menu might be better, I wouldn't recommend this spot if you're genuinely craving Hawaiian food.

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Blackwood BBQ - Crispy Juicy Chicken Sandwich and waffle fries  They will see me a second time

Blackwood BBQ

4.1(408 reviews)
4.5 mi•The Loop
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My meal here was surprisingly tasty for a chain BBQ place…read more The lunch special was great. $12.99 for a pulled pork sandwich, side, and drink. That is essentially unbeatable downtown. The pork was juicy and the KC style bbq sauce was good (other options were Chicago, Memphis, Carolina(?)). The mac and cheese was really tasty, I found myself scraping the bowl for more. It had a really nice crust on top. The service was quick and friendly.

I've had the full spectrum of BBQ from mind-blowingly incredible to places I send people I don't…read morelike. I am pleased to report that Blackwood BBQ is somewhere between "good" and "very good". It won't knock your socks off, but it is nowhere close to "bad." It's perfect for what it is, that being: a spot for a bite during the lunch hour. On both visits, I ordered the two meat platter, with brisket and sausage. Both were flavorful and savory, with the brisket being balanced in terms of meaty vs fatty (as requested). Now, that said, the prices at Blackwood are on the high side. On the one hand, I know the price of a pound of ground beef is greater than the minimum wage (as of this writing). However, I also can't help but feel the punch to the wallet when two meats and one side, where one of those is brisket, and a soda comes to somewhere between $20-25 (I think it's close to $25, but don't want to misspeak). Half a pound of meat is not a lot, making the wallet punch even worse. Then there comes the service. Most of the folks working here are professional and welcome. There is this one person, though, whose level of gruffness seems a bit high. It wasn't so much a lack of pleasantries for the sake of efficiency as it was annoyance that customers exist? Final verdict: If you're working in the loop, and craving BBQ, Blackwood is a rock-solid spot, but the high prices mean it likely isn't practical for a regular spot. If it's a weekend, there are better options out there.

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Soul & Smoke Avondale - Brisket Sandwich

Soul & Smoke Avondale

3.7(117 reviews)
3.3 mi•Avondale
•$$

While visiting Roscoe Village we went out for lunch. We had several items and they were all very…read moregood. The side sampler was a lot of food. Portion sizes were generous. There are a couple of ways to order. There is a kiosk or a QR code to order and pay or if you are using the "InKind" app you will order from the counter. Once ordered there is table delivery. The counter staff was very helpful. There is a large comfortable indoor seating area and also outside seating both with views of the North Branch of the Chicago River. Tips I recommend the In Kind app and so does Soul & Smoke. If you're in a group share to experience the various offerings.

I discovered Soul & Smoke Avondale via Google after searching for good black-owned businesses to…read moresupport on Juneteenth. Soul & Smoke was one of six top black-owned spots to support. This women-led restaurant in Chicago is renowned for its mouthwatering barbecue, brisket, and soul food sides, making it the ideal spot for a meal on Juneteenth. Once I realized it was the closest to me and offered a plant-based option, I knew exactly where I wanted to order from. I ended up ordering the smokey joe sandwich (vegan sloppy joe sandwich), with a side of mac + cheese, and a sprecher soda. Whether I'm using Grubhub or Uber Eats, I love ordering online because it's so convenient. I also want to praise my delivery driver for arriving at a reasonable time with my order and meeting me right in front of my residence. Grateful to have had a smooth online ordering experience because the likelihood of me ordering online again is very high. As for my order, my first response after my first bite of the vegan sloppy joe was, "Mmm, that is good!" If you are a foodie like me, then you know what the next few minutes--or, better yet, seconds--consisted of. Yes, I pretty much devoured that vegan sloppy joe, leaving nothing behind but what was left on my fingertips. The last time I had a vegan sloppy Joe was a few years ago in celebration of my birthday, and trust me, it wasn't as good as this one at Soul & Smoke. It could easily be confused with real meat if you aren't aware that it is vegan. I saved the side order for last, which was that delicious-looking mac and cheese. Mmm... "Oh my God!" was my initial response after my first forkful, which was lightly seasoned with a delightful taste. I must say it was the perfect side for the vegan sloppy joe. After my last bites, I had the slightest grin on my face, and the only thing on my mind was that I will definitely have it again in the future. The sprecher soda - cherry cola was the perfect complement to my meal. Introduced to me by Soul & Smoke, I am so pleased with this award-winning craft soda from Milwaukee's oldest craft brewery that I will be on the lookout for it in the future. I would gladly order from Soul & Smoke Avondale again, whether online or whenever I am in the area. With that, I am happy to share my endorsement of it with you all here on Yelp. Ambiance: 4/5 | Service: 5/5 | Food: 5/5 ~ You Are Your Choices. ~ Thomas G

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Carson's

Carson's

4.1(478 reviews)
5.5 mi•Near North Side
•$$$

Loved the bar over looking the Riverwalk. Enjoyed the foos very much. Great service, nice people…read more Will return if I go back to Chicago

I have been dining at Carson's restaurant for over 30 years, but after my experience last night, I…read morewill be looking for a new barbecue spot. Up until four years ago, I used to visit at least five or six times every single year. Last night was my first time back since then, and I was deeply disappointed by how much the standards have slipped. The entire evening felt incredibly rushed. The person taking our order seemed to be in a massive hurry, acting short and dismissive with us. To make matters worse, an automatic gratuity was added to the bill. While I understand this is becoming a common industry practice, a gratuity should ultimately be an option based on service. The server did mention at the end that we could have it removed if we wanted to, but customers shouldn't be forced into that awkward position in the first place. Unfortunately, the quality of the food has also gone downhill. I always used to order the ribs and frequently took extra food home because it was so good. Last night, the food left a lot to be desired. The barbecue simply isn't what it once was. When my uncle graduated in the 90s we went to your previous downtown location.He loved the restaurant as well; the food, the exceptional service, and the warm atmosphere. I went there year after year. While I respect that they have managed to stay in business for 30 years, there were just too many issues with both the service and the food for me to return.

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