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Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

3.7 (2k reviews)
ModerateBarbeque, American
Closed • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
Updated 1 week ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Good for kids

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Yvonne D.

Very tasty dinner here on a Sunday evening! Our server Mickey was very friendly and helpful to our party of three. This is a large space with lots of seating options and a big bar space. We started with the deviled eggs, fried green tomatoes and the fried shrimp. All were delicious but the deviled eggs and fried green tomatoes were definitely the highlight. My parents always get the smoked chicken wings with extra char and love them. I got the catfish plate that comes with 2 sides. This is ALOT of food. The catfish was fried to perfection. Their Tatar sauce is also delicious. The potato salad is so good omg but I could've skipped the Mac and cheese. I also had the French kiss cocktail (made with bourbon) which was delicious and well balanced.

Stephanie M.

Great service! Our waitress was nice. The place is cute. Collard greens and full rack of ribs could have been better. The ribs had a lot of fat and the collard greens had no ham, just carrots and greens. The donkey punch would definitely have you on your ass so be careful. Get the poutine, as a starter, it was delicious.

Smoked wings
Deanna G.

This was my second time at Dinosaur BBQ and it was even better than the first time! I took my parents and we all split the appetizer sampler for 2, which had something for everyone. My mom loved the deviled eggs and fried green tomatoes. My parents also split the sweetheart deal, which comes with a full rack of ribs and four sides. The ribs were AWESOME! My husband and I split the brisket cheesesteak which was soooo rich and flavorful. The service was fast and efficient and all our drinks were delicious as well. Can't wait to come back for a third time!

Chicken ribs trio, but get the fries!
Dave L.

I liked my meal at D-BBQ and give a solid 4 stars but it didn't put me in that 5 star mode. It came highly rated from a friend and it was a good dinner stop. The chicken and ribs were tasty but I really loved the fresh cut French fries. Delicious! The cornbread was a treat too, very unique with excellent flavor and texture. The place is what you would expect for a BBQ joint with a comfortable bar area and many table options. The service was very good and I recommend the fresh squeezed strawberry lemonade. I would go again.

Mac & Cheese, St. Louis Ribs, Pork Belly, Sweet Potato
LaKayla L.

Tried this place for the first and it was tasty. I'm from the south so I expect my BBQ to taste a certain way. The food was good, but just not like I'm used to. It was a nice establishment on the inside and they were playing blues so that was a nice touch. I ordered the ribs and pork belly for my meat. The ribs were tender and falling off the bone. So good and smokey. You could taste the grill flavors. The pork belly was ok, but the portion size was small. The BBQ sauce it came with was okay, but it wasn't that great. The mac and cheese was sooooo good. The cheese is so savory and smokey. Definitely my favorite side dish. I ordered the sweet potatoes as the other side dish and without nuts (you can request). I think this dish could've been sweeter. It had a nice consistency and flavor, but the only element it was missing was the sweetness. The Donkey Punch is a go if you like rum. It definitely packs a punch, but nonetheless, it's a tasty drink. The fried green tomatoes were surprising because of the cheese on top. I've never had it like that before. It added to the taste. The tomatoes were nicely seasoned and batter. Pretty good appetizer!

Elaine C.

Got the family platter with my partner and sister and we had enough leftovers to bring home to feed 3 people! Finally checked this place off my bucket list and it didnt disappoint! Very good brisket! The ribs also fell off the bone too. Just don't get the shirley temple drink. Thats ass lol. Great place for a small or big group.

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Jessy L.

I was here for the 4th of July the other day and had an overall great time. It was understandable busy for a holiday so I had to wait about 30 minutes for my table to be ready. Once seated, my waiter Issac took my order. I had the Donkey Punch drink along with two meats (Alabama White Pulled Chicken and St. Louis Ribs) with two sides (BBQ Beans with Pork and Harlem Potato Salad). In addition, I had 3 Creole Deviled Eggs and Cornbread with my meal. My food came out in a decent amount of time. My waiter didn't check on me during my meal so I wasn't able to order another drink, receive napkins, or another glass of ice water with lemon. It was a holiday but I was disappointed with the slight neglect/attention. A $50 tab was ideal for all that food with a drink. I definitely will come back on a weekday and on a non-holiday. I want to try the Henny Colada, Bar-B-Que Chicken wings, macaroni and cheese, and collard greens the next time around.

Margarita & donkey punch
Tracey W.

Oldie but still goodie, so happy we came in, it was happy hour and boy did it make us happy. The place wasn't too full. Josh the bartender did such an amazing job handling the bar and the tables in his area with attentiveness, grace and a smile. The ambience gives southern comfort. We only did an app on the happy hour menu the chicken bbq nachos delish and the Mac and cheese which was cheesy and gooey like I love. If you're in the park slop area by the Barclays center stop in.

3 ribs and 2 burnt Pork Belly infant sized collards and Cole slaw
Alexis T.

I was told under this post by a representative of the company "don't hesitate to contact us -----to further discuss your concerns" which I did prior to (immediately as I opened the sad box) and after this response but no one ever answered. They wrote a response for customers on yelp, so they would assume this issue was corrected. WELL, YOU STILL ARE THE HOME TO TINY DEHYDRATED BURNT MEATS.

Brisket, white alabama chicken, mac, coleslaw
Francis S.

I've been going to Dinosaur Bar-B-Que for years and I absolutely love it. The restaurant is really big inside and they have a few tables in the front of building, so the wait is never too long. It is in a high traffic area though so it's still a good idea to make a reservation. For this visit we ordered the sampler plate that came with two of the following: Green fried tomatoes, Devil eggs, wings and a ribs. Everything on that plate was amazing.. the Devil eggs were so good, probably my favorite. I would have been satisfied with the app alone, it was plentiful but i did get a main and it was two proteins and side. I got the Alabama chicken, brisket, mac n cheese and coleslaw. The sauce for the chicken was really good and the brisket was so tender. I love their mac n cheese, its so creamy and the coleslaw is refreshing. I looove this spot and will always recommend it to others to try out!

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Brian P.

I love Dinosaur BBQ so much I went back to back nights. Since I'm from the Syracuse area I love to visit locations when I'm in town. This was my first time in the Gowanus District in Brooklyn and I love the vibe here. Wonderful smoked brisket, moist tender and great sauce. Had the BBQ beans and slaw with corn bread. The BBQ Beans stand out with plenty of meat. I could almost eat them as a meal. You never leave hungry here. Thanks for allowing me to get my "smoked bbq" fix!

Johanna B.

This place has gone from average to bad. An Uber Eats delivery of half chicken with one side and a small tray of wings was just awful. The breast from the half chicken was severely overcooked, yet pink/rare near the bone, the mashed potatoes had an odd taste, they forgot to pack the BBQ sauce and the wings were slathered with the BBQ sauce on soft skin. Everything was very salty. Horrible all around and two meals ended up in the garbage. Never again.

Creole Deviled Eggs and wings
Nicole B.

Best BBQ in the neighborhood! If you haven't been, definitely check out Dino BBQ as their ribs and sauce are unmatched. I've been eating here for awhile now and even with me being now gluten free, they have so many delicious options for me to choose from. This was my first time ordering the mashed potatoes and they were pretty good and had Cajun corn inside. The drinks are always well made. The restaurant itself has ample seating inside and outside. We had to wait about 20 minutes for a seat but they allowed us to wait inside. The hostess and waitress were very friendly and on top of things. The only reason they are getting 4 stars instead of 5 is because the meat was a bit overcooked.

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The Ambiance and food and drinks are incredible a great place for family friends and lovers

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Do you offer separate checks for parties of 4+?

Are you open on Thanksgiving?

Hi Mei! We are not open on Thanksgiving Day but will be open Friday 11/26 regular hours. Please view all of our hours here: https://www.dinosaurbarbque.com/brooklyn/.

Are any meats halal?

Halal Status: Partially halal This establishment reportedly uses Creekstone beef. Before ordering, please do your due diligence and confirm availability of Creekstone beef… Read more

What's the max at a table?

Individuals seated at the same table must be members of the same party (but may be from different households), with a maximum of 10 people per table based on the Executive Order 202.68. Here's a link to more info here:… Read more

What are the hours on saturday? What is the best time to get seating for 3 or 4 people? Earlier?

We're open Monday & Tuesday from 4-9PM and Wednesday-Sunday from 12pm-9pm. It is a first come, first serve basis so we always suggest coming a little earlier to grab seating! 6:30pm-8pm is the busiest time.

Are your ribs pork or beef ribs?

Our ribs are St. Louis pork ribs, dry-rubbed & slow-smoked, lightly glazed with our original BBQ Sauce.

How's the parking?

Go after 8 PM if you want street parking close by.

Is it dog friendly?

They have some tables outside so im sure they can accomodate a dog

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