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    Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que

    3.6 (202 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    2 Two Meat Combo
    Katrina F.

    It had been a minute, but it felt like coming home after a long hideaway. The environment was clean, not very busy, and welcoming. Food took a reasonable time, and our server, which regrettably name-scapes me now, was excellent. Very attentive without being overbearing. The food was flavorful, fresh, and well-seasoned. I appreciated that the rib tips were not smothered in sauce; I wanted to taste the rib. The chicken was falling off the bone and smoky. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy. The mac and cheese was good. I was surprised by the corn in it, but I did enjoy it; it was not spicy. In all, a great experience!

    2 Two Meat Combo
    Andrea H.

    I had the 2 meat combo - bbq chicken & catfish strips with collard greens & baked beans. A corn muffin came with it (I ordered an extra for my grandog). The collard greens & baked beans were both seasoned well & tasted good. The chicken was dry with hardly any bbq sauce. The catfish strips were too salty for me. I only ate 1 (comes with 4) The corn muffin was very good, not dry at all - my grandog loved his also. Overall the baked beans is the star of my platter. I only come here every once in a while - maybe they are just having an off day. I will keep coming & do recommend it.

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    Jenalta Y.

    AMAZING! Coming from California where the bbq was overally priced for dry tasteless meat and basically boiled veggies, I was excited to move to Maryland and having real bbq again. A coworker suggested this place and they didn't disappoint! I could smell the meat slow cooking from outside! I got the burnt ends, greens and Mac and cheese WOW everything was perfect! Honestly words don't do the place justice You will just have to try it for yourself! Also got my food in 15 minutes! And they hostess was so nice! Don't get that in la for sure Photos don't lie that's all ima say!

    Bjerke C.

    ribs here feel like a small celebration each time not just filling but uplifting every bite makes me feel good

    My dessert. So delicious.
    GiGi P.

    Dear Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Management Team, I would like to share my outstanding experience on June 25, 2024 at 4:32 pm. I want to give your Hostess Mrs. May, Waitress Dulce R & Manager Christine 10 gold each. Here's why: When we arrived, your Hostess Mrs. May greeted us. Out of frustration I immediately told her what happened at another restaurant and I was so hungry. We were immediately seated. She told me our experience would be much better and she then apologize for our experience with the other restaurant. Mrs. May I would like for you to know that you made our day. I also would like to thank you so much for your OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE, WARM SPIRIT & ATTITUDE. Secondly, I would like to think our waitress Dulce R. You are an OUTSTANDING waitress. Thank you too for listening to my terrible experience. We were both surprised when our food came out as soon as you took our order. Our food was amazing and filled both of my stomachs ( a joke I always told my kids that I have 2 of them) lol. You are AMAZING and your PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE was IMPECCABLE . Thirdly, I would like to think your Manager, Christine for also ensuring us we would have the best service there. Mrs. Christine you model EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION. Thank you for acknowledging our terrible experience with the previous restaurant. It was a pleasure meeting you when you came to our table to take our plates and answering my questions about that cute little spoon . We truly appreciate you ALL and thank you for this amazing experience!!!! We'll be back soon.

    One Meat Platter

    This food was finger licking good. I never finish meals and I did today, I couldn't put my fingers down. Shout out to Tony and his team.....

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    Sonya D.

    Had a taste for Famous Dave's tonight! It's so good that I had to do my review, in the middle of eating. The atmosphere is always pumping. The staff here is great and always helpful. Now let's get into this Sassy Salad! It's huge and most importantly VERY FRESH! No wilted lettuce or veggies here. I love a crunchy salad. The extra bonus is the pulled bbq chicken that's on top. Yummmy... the warm chicken and the cold salad, is a match made in heaven. My corn muffin is moist and not over cooked. The others have great looking meals too. Quick service, great atmosphere and my empty stomach makes one happy "Sonya"! It's the little things

    Popped in after a full day of real estate.  Got a shrimp platter. Very good. Service was A+.

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    The food was awesome and so was the service. We got the Feast for two, and left with leftovers. The prices were very reasonable.

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    The food is good with good portion sizes, good service, nice ambience. Highly recommended.

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    Clean Plate Club! Thanks Kianna. So glad to hear you enjoyed it!

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    Glad to hear you enjoyed Wednesday's Smokin' Deal!

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    Great as always. Vanessa was one of the best she gave us a great experience. Highly recommend if you like good bbq

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    Mikey, thanks for the slabulous review! See you again soon.

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