Drove 20min and tried for the 1st time recently and was disappointed. I ordered the chicken and ribs combo and both meats were dry with the ribs being tough & chewy! Wish the fries were a little more crispy also. Their customer service needs some work as well. read more

The Empanadas are amazing!!! Also if you have a sweet tooth like me, go for the tres leches cake for dessert. Definitely recommend this to anyone in the area. read more

They give us the end of the ribs racks all dry and the chicken was burn i ask the owner witch is a woman and she just said to me the i have to ask for real fibs.......really disappointed and i thing the will loose so many customers. .....real bad experience read more

Dunellen BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Dunellen, New Jersey

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Salt salt and more salt. The food would be so much better if it didn't have so much salt. The rice is very mushy. This is my first time going there and the place was extremely busy, am not sure if that's the reason for the taste less salty food. read more

We had the ribs and salmon WOW delicious don't take my word go for yourself not the nicest looking place and you could drive past it small but they get the job done read more

Glad I stopped by this spot. The amount of food we got was massive, for just $14 we got 8 pieces of BBQ chicken, a big tray of rice, fries and veggies that can feed 6 people. The food was fresh and seasoned perfectly. The beef empanadas was delicious, cooked Dominican style in my opinion. And the flan was rich and fresh as well. I will definitely come back to visit and try the other foods on the menu ;) read more

This is the best bbq around. Went in for lunch and could not believe how big the meal was for the small price they charged...was really really good as well. They know what they are doing here. Definitely a place to check out. read more

We absolutely love the food here, it is always fresh and delicious. The dine in section could use improvement as seating area is pretty tight. The service isn't too good either. We prefer to order for takeout. read more

I like Portuguese food and this place was good if you have a craving for garlic shrimp or some BBQ or feel like a good take out meal. The portion size is large! I got a half order of Brazilian steak, I got three pieces of steak, I estimate about 12 oz total, plenty of fries and plenty of rice. All for $9. I also ordered an appetizer of the garlic shrimp. I had enough food for myself for 3 or 4 meals. I would imagine the full order feeds at least 4 people. The place is tiny and probably does mostly take out, but I liked the food quite a bit, the steak was not overcooked and the order was cooked to order, so it was nice and fresh. I definitely would come back here when I don't feel like cooking. read more

Great food but their take out order is really disorganized and customer service is horrible. Every time I pick up take out ( at least 20 times already) I have to wait up to 20 minutes because they don't prepare the order so you can pick up and go. The restaurant just waits for you to show up and then prepares the order. I doubt the restaurant really understands the meaning of pre-order. In addition, don't dare to complain because they will just say "we are busy" and the lady even snapped at me and told me "well you will just have to wait longer". I also just heard the manager tell workers in front of me she doesn't want to hear people complain about waiting who ordered in-advanced .. crazy read more

This ain't southern BBQ; another Latin American place; I tried the garlic shrimp for take-out which was OK, not special, but enough stuff to feed four average people. I like 28 BBQ in Bound Brook better. read more

The food is decent and I would recommend it, however we sat in front as the back was full.... the plates were badly chipped and the silverware was mismatched and bent. I had to eat with a bent salad fork. It seems they have a good takeout business and perhaps that's the way to go if you want their food. read more

The food is good but the owner is nasty, they only accept cash for tips so if you don't have cash don't come here

Hands down the place for a cheap eat out in the area. Portions are always humongous, each platter can easily feed at least 2 people. My favorite things on the menu are the pork cubes (sauce goes amazingly well on the rice and fries) as well as their chicken. Sometimes I decide to sit down there and eat; service is fine. read more

My husband and our friends all decided to pick up some food at this place during our Independence Day celebration. We had smelled the food while walking by a couple of times and thought we would give it a try. Big mistake! We had the combination of beef and pork ribs as well as the grilled chicken. The beef ribs were like eating jerky. I think we may have been served reheated leftovers from the day before. The pork ribs were a little more tender, but still tough to chew and not very tasty. The chicken was tender and juicy but it was so salty, it was almost inedible. The rice was really good and a couple of our friends said the fries were okay, but they still didn't eat many of them. They give a huge portion of rice and fries, but we paid for meat and were sadly disappointed with the quality and flavor. read more

HUGE portions, very flavorful. We ordered take out of the half bbq chicken and half grilled salmon for my wife, myself, and daughter and still had leftovers. Much better than a very similar establishment in Bound Brook. We will definitely be back. read more

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the best BBQ in town. Small cozy back restaurant area. Friendly service,, truly enjoyed this spot. Highly recommended.

Loved the BBQ chicken & rice. Portions are very large. You can share one meal. Definitely plan to return and try their homemade empanadas.

the meat is delicious, the plate are big, the fries potatoes are crunchy and delicious, i love it

When one wants good Portuguese food, they would have to think twice whether they want to take a risk and drive up to Newark, NJ. Not anymore. Dunellen BBQ outdoes itself with its delicious sauce and well prepared meats. I have tried other "BBQ's" in the area,and let me tell you, they don't compare to this place. Prices are okay, and I could do without the vegetables in the rice, but all in all, this place definitely stands out. Will be coming back for sure. read more

The Brazilian BBQ dishes are good but the empanadas are AMAZING! They are large with a great crispy shell and the fillings are delicious and juicy; specifically the chicken, beef, and pork empanadas. They also have some great desserts; The Tres Leches, Red Velvet, and Oreo cakes are very good. read more

I love their food, good food with affordable price. Its a small place but seem like they're busy, I came here and try cause my cousin recommended me and Im satisfied. Probably will come back more often. Its my favorite now read more

The big platters are good, you get a lot of food for not a lot of money, $16 for a skirt steak platter for at least 2 people with sides. But the service is bad, the setup of the restaurant is confusing and the servers aren't really servers. Our order was taken, we never got any drinks that we ordered and had to get water bottles out of the fridge in the back dining room. I think it's a place for locals and that's the reason for the confusion for other diners. Also the fish fillet sandwich was not very good, it was just a piece of fish, no Tatar sauce, veggies, anything else. Wings and rice was very good. read more

My husband works right next-door so one day we passed by and got a tray of food to take home he had a rice chicken french fries and ribs. The food was good it actually tastes like a place close to my house in North Plainfield called Grove BBQ. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends. read more

This place is amazing; been coming here for years. No matter what you order its going to be good. Nothing fancy but perfectly made food is always a plus. Ive never been disappointed here and everyone whom works here works very hard. Smells amazing even when driving bye. Also try the empanada's if your smart and want an appetizer or something extra grand with your dinner. read more

Just had my first meal there and I'll definitely be back. Food was moist and tasty, served hot. MASSIVE portions. My wife and I will likely split a medium salad and one main dish next time. I had the Paella Valenciana and my wife had the pork ribs and chicken. Outstanding, but we're taking home enough food for two more meals, in spite of the reasonable prices. The restaurant area is humble but quiet, decent service. If good food in a quiet environment for a reasonable price is more important than atmosphere, this is your spot. read more

I live one town over and I was one of their first customers when they first opened. Back then, the size of the steaks were larger, which I still believe to this day was only to draw in a customer base. Once they established that, the portions of meat dropped down in a hurry! Garlic Chicken - Pounded way too thin making it very easy to overcook, which they have done each and every time I order it. I also think there is more garlic on the chicken then there is chicken! It is a rubbery hot mess! Oh, and they use jarred garlic, not fresh! How difficult is it to chop fresh garlic for Christ sake?!?!?! Steak Dishes - Underwhelming blandness and they do not even ask how you want it cooked. It all comes out well done unless, of course, you are standing right there to tell them to stop cooking it. If they are concerned about the customer getting sick from undercooked meat, just put at the bottom of the menu that they warn against rare meats and that covers them on a legal basis. All they need to do is ask how I want my steak cooked is all! Potatoes (Fries) and Rice - A French Fry is supposed to be crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Theirs are not even close to being crisp and they put the meat on top of them making them even more mushy. The rice is practically flavorless and dry. This may be why they put the meat on top or it may need a glass of water with each spoonful. Maduros - Maybe there are people who just do not know the difference between a Platanos and a Maduros, but I am not one of them. A Maduros is called a "Sweet Plantain" and it is soft, and a Platano is a bland plantain that is hard and often is served with or people use salt on. I do not like Platanos and never have. So when I order Maduros, I expect to get Maduros and not a Platanos that are quartered and deep fried. If fact, because this is not the first time they have done this, I saved it and am bringing it back today for a refund of the money they charged me for it. Bottom line? Last night was their last chance. I will not be coming back. I gave them too many chances to improve but they keep getting worse! read more

Well, I wasn't too impressed. The service was great and the people were all really nice, so I feel bad giving it two stars, but the food was just really bland and flavorless. I think it would be better if they gave you less food and more flavor. I've had amazing Latin BBQ in my life, but definitely not here. I think it's a trend in Dunellen to have flavorless Latin restaurants. :( read more

Nice family restaurant. The owner is very nice, I have met the mother (Maria) also a very sweet lady. The food is always good. It's not Peruvian Food as one reviewer added to her review, I think they were mistaken for another restaurant. I mainly eat in but have taken out. Either way it's always been a good there. read more

It am so happy to have discovered the Dunellen BBQ. I went there for the first time about three months ago, and now eat there 3 times a week. The quality of the food is excellent, the pricing is incredible given the size of the portions. The service is great, and there is a real family atmosphere. The owners are there every night and make everyone feel welcome. What a pleasure to find a family run business which offers so much to the community it serves. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Great grilled meats and plenty of food for the price. You can feed at least 3 people with quantity of a combo platter. The pork ribs, chicken and beef ribs are seasoned perfectly to my liking. The 4 star rating is merely nitpicking because the combos are carbs overload with rice and French fries. I tried their beans as a replacement to fries but the beans were so bland and not worth extra $. Otherwise, a great go to! read more

I happened to find this place by chance. The food is fantastic... and the portions are huge. They actually bbq the food there in front of you. I work close by and will definately be eating there more often. read more

the service is too bad, one goes to the restaurant to be served not to serve oneself but the problem is not the employees but the owner for not teaching their employees, but it is but and continue with the same clientele and do not download them read more

Great food for a great price! Portions are HUGE and the flavors are fantastic! The sausage as an appetizer is a must!

Food is decent. The prices have increased significantly the past couple of years. A definite language barrier with employees as they speak very little English. read more

So once again this business is ridiculous with their timing of take out orders! I ordered at 12:26 PM and the girl on the phone said 20 minutes. It's now 1:06 PM and this business is very irritating how they take my time for granted!! Get your sh*t straight with take out orders because no one wants to unnecessarily sit around for 10-15 minutes. Next time this happens I will not hesitate to call out the manager or whoever is in charge that day because this is absolutely ridiculous for a business to keep repeating the same mistake! read more

Great food love the chicken and rice and hot sauce!!!!! Also a great price feeds the whole family and more. Highly recommended

This place is VERY good food. We go once a week, every Friday night. We usually do take out, but occasionally we go on Sundays and on those days we eat there. Food is seriously great, atmosphere is how I would say a pizza place is; more casual in the front of the restaurant and a little more formal in the back of the restaurant, yet still casual. Prices are exceptional for the quality and quantity of food you are going to eat. For 2 people to eat there it's like $20.00 and you will be FULL and maybe even some leftovers. Love it here. read more

Food is great and my family and I have been loyal customers, however they are prejudice toward their Spanish customers (not even Portuguese). We call in our order, go to get it 30 minutes later (10 minutes later than they suggest) because we always have to wait. People come in without having called in an order after us, pay, and leave with their food before they will even address our presence... read more

Large portions... Food has great flavor... Chicken was very juicy and rib combo was fantastic. Waitress was extremely nice... It was our first visit and def. will choose over grove st. BBQ from now on. read more