This restaurant has been my go to for quick meals. They're known for the express service. The line is set up like Chipotle, all the meats in the the beginning of the line with chopping blocks. Then the sides towards the cash register. There's booths to sit and dine if you choose. read more

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Horrible food, decor and service. The counter help is excruciatingly slow responding to customers and preparing takeout orders. The "bbq" taste like meat boiled in water with bbq sauce. Lastly, the decor is dark and dreary. Looks like an asylum. read more

What happened to this place? I stopped going to the one in Duluth because the meat was so fatty with hardly any actual meat. Stopped here for brisket and rib tips. The brisket had no flavor and the rib tips were hard as rocks you couldn't chew them. $30 meal and chucked most of it in the garbage. The only thing good was the banana pudding. read more

How can I give this place ZERO STARS? Not only do they mess up my order ($153! mind you), but had the nerve to hang up in my face as I was explaining the situation. How dare you tell me to be calm when you don't even listen to the customers' complaints? When you refuse to even acknowledge wrong doing?! I only raised my voice when the fool on the other end kept repeating me in error. I told them I didn't get any brisket and he kept saying, "So you didn't get the salad?" In any case, I have take photos of the order and will be filing a dispute with my CC company/Yahoo. Whoever answered the phone was RUDE AF! You want me to be nice? then you PAY ME to order food rather than take my money, then you can mess my order up all day long! Does anyone see in brisket in the photo I've attached, because all i see is bacon for meat. read more

Famous Dave's - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Gotta be honest and say that a different BBQ place was my first choice, but they weren't open for lunch on a Wednesday. Famous Dave's used to be one of my favorite places, but I'm feeling like there have been changes. First, this location switched to the new Quick Que cafeteria style since I had last been there. It was nice, bright and clean with big overhead menus. Lots of choices, although I didn't notice the option for baby back ribs until after I had ordered and saw the table flyer. The folks working were attentive and friendly. It was pretty quiet for lunch time with the only other group being a couple moms with their (kinda loud) kids. As far as food choices: * I had the St. Louis style ribs with coleslaw and brussels sprouts. The ribs weren't as fall-off-the-bone as I would have liked, and one of the ribs was a chewy end piece. Coleslaw was good. I was pretty excited about the brussels sprouts side dish, but they were overly sweet to me, and also a bit chewy. * My grandson had the ginormous double stack ultimate burger that has two cheeseburger patties, chopped pork, bacon, and BBQ sauce and with a side of thick cut fries. That's a lot of food for $11! He said it was okay and wished the fries were a bit more seasoned. Do I still love BBQ? Yes! Would I still pick the other BBQ place first? Also yes. Would I turn down a free meal here? Nope. read more

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AAA+ Service & Food!! I accidentally ordered from the Minnetonka Location but was picking up at Coon Rapids location. They fixed everything on the order and made me a delicious Dave's Favorite Burger. Thank You!! read more

I've never been disappointed by Famous Dave's - 4 stars. As a local chain, Famous Dave's does a great job. I've eaten at lots of fancy boutique BBQ joints. But for my money, I always enjoy FD because of the huge variety, the consistent quality, and reasonable prices. You always know what you're gonna get and you won't pay an arm & a leg for it. For those of you that aren't local, this location had a complete and total re-make a couple of years ago. This used to be a large full-sized, full service, full bar location with a giant parking lot. But they raised the whole thing to the ground and built 3 new places: a bank, a veterinarian, and a smaller Famous Dave's version called "Quick Que". It's Chipotle style now. You order up front and take the food to your table after paying. Obviously, no more full bar. LOW CARB: Famous Dave's is an excellent choice if you happen to be a low carb, Keto, carnivore person. All of the items can be ordered ala carte, including meats by the pound. So you can easily and seamlessly make food choices that match your carnivorous eating style. Nice! I'll be back. -Maxx read more

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they changed the menu without advising of the price change the menu doesn't reflect the register didn't get the the new increase in pricing until after I got to the register who was not ready upon arrival and the staff didn't care they just said they changed our menu and that was it and I am a regular customer not satisfied at all. I will not be returning. read more

Nice spot for lunch. Counter service was friendly, you order at the far end. (They really need an "order here"sign) Food came out quickly. St Louis style ribs had good smokey flavor, they were a bit dry. Might try baby backs next time, those tend to be less dry. Cole slaw was creamy and sweet, corn bread delicious. Avoid the mac and cheese, it has peppers and corn,and a really bad sauce that is not cheesey at all. Dining area was clean and comfortable. Pepsi products. Would return to try the lunch specials. read more

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I haven't gone to a famous Dave's in several years because the quality of food got a little worse and a little bit more expensive. The feast for two is a great quality for about three hungry people. The flavor is light and subtle but the meat did taste like it's been under the heat lamp for X number of hours. It just needed to be a lot warmer. I think I am really going to enjoy this in my air fryer with a little bit more heat and a little bit of crust on the outside. read more

Famous Dave's - Feast for 2 - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

oh my goodness gracious!! So... it was my mom's birthday dinner yesterday and we all headed out to this Famous Daves location, and we usually never do this, but my mom insisted for some reason to look at the reviews and I saw one posted from eight days ago and felt absolutely mortified!! we seriously debated in the car whether we should go or not... obviously we ended up going and my mom said the whole time " usually people that have the best time don't leave reviews" and I kept thinking about that in the back of my mind until we got there and started to order our food. we walked in and it's the cutest famous Dave's I've ever seen on the smaller side, but still big enough to dine in. We were greeted right away but all these teenagers and young adults that were super kind and understood our order in seconds!! right as we were given our fountain drinks, my dad and I sat down and the food came right to us. two minutes after ordering our food had already been delivered! now we were the only people in the famous days at the time and that made me super nervous, but the food looked amazing and once we started eating it, we didn't stop the food 100/10 as we finished eating families people, everyone started waltzing and having the best time. Do yourself a favor and go to this location now!!! read more

Famous Dave's has really missed the mark here. Mediocre, lukewarm fast-food Definitely not worth the $100+ spent for the family. If this is the new direction for Famous Dave's, no thanks we'll find something else. read more

We always liked the old Famous Dave's at this location and thought we would give it a try. The new Quick Que format is sort of like Chipotle. In reality this place is sad need of management if it is going to survive. We waited 15 minutes in line when there wasn't a line while the person who should have been helping us worked on a large takeout order and the rest of the staff wandered around doing nothing and the girl behind the register stood there as if she had faith that eventually someone would take our order and then prepare so we could eventually make it down to her so she could do her job. We gave up and left through the nearest door. read more

Integrity!!! we've had several previous poor experience at other Famous Dave's, and had stopped going all together. We stopped at this, famous Dave's on a whim today, and we're completely impressed by both the service, and the integrity of the staff. When the cashier rang us up, I had told the cashier that I would like two large drinks, I did not specify that we were getting water out of habit. The cashier noticed that we both got water, and promptly issued a cash refund for the drinks that we didn't get. The told us everything we needed to know about this new facility. Great job!! we will absolutely be back!! On top of that, all of the food that we got today was a very good they have definitely made a lot of positive changes! Definitely recommend! read more

The food was delicious. And looked very nice. The workers was also nice and asked how I'm doing. I liked the style of the restaurant. And the food was good and we got boxe read more

Famous Dave's - Mac & cheese chicken, fries, cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Food is the same but I am not a fan of this new setup. We prefer the sit down and order from a menu instead of going through a line.

Ordered 2 days prior and they didn't have what my family really wanted. Had to wait an additional 40 minutes to find out I didn't get what I wanted. Very unorganized and chaotic. Wont be going back. read more

The bbq is always good at Famous Dave's! I wish I could say the same for the service. I would rather eat more bbq and skip the calorie filled sodas and alcoholic beverages, so I'm not impressed when I get the push for drinks and appetizers from the waitress! But if you really want a good tip-please refill my water glass. This trip into FD's was disappointing since our waitress was pushing all the additional items instead of good old fashioned service. My water glass was empty but she did refill my dinner partners iced tea glass. FOOD: **** (four stars) SERVICE: ** (two stars) read more

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Disappointing. Like many other reviews, the them is that this just isn't the same Famous Dave's it used to be when it was crave worthy bbq. Now it's like getting bbq at somewhere like Denny's. This review is based on two visits, one shortly after they reopened with their Quick Que approach, and the other just yesterday. The ribs the first time were kind of mushy in texture and not particularly flavorful. This time they were cooked correctly and had a nice pork flavor with good seasoning (I ordered them naked). The corn muffins are still some of the best available. I also had the Texas Brisket which the first time was dry and this time was mushy and had an odd vinegary taste. They also left too much of the fat cap on, with some slices being half fat. The meat was so soft that it was at times difficult to tell it apart from the fat. Baked Beans were good, but lacked the kick they used to have. Same for the Mac and Cheese, which was bland and hard to discern any flavor or kick from the Jalapenos. My wife tried the Brisket French Dip, which she said was ok. Interestingly, the brisket on her sandwich was much leaner that mine. The "au jus" was kind of like a watered down version of their bbq sauce. I liked it; my wife not so much. I didn't get dessert this time, but the first time I ordered the Banana Pudding which was so sweet as to be inedible. And I'm someone who loves sweet. So again, overall disappointing. Not sure I'm like to ever order again. I will say that service was good, with my order being ready and hot when I arrived to pick it up. read more

On my first trip the food ( brisket and ribs) was good but the service was bad not rude or anything they just don't seem to care or want to answer a question. The person in front of me ordered a burger and it looked good. So, we went back a few days later and tried the burger this time both the and service were horrible no one there cares at all and it starts with the manager he was rude to the employees and I see why they don't care. We will not be going back. read more

Since being rebuilt to a fast food atmosphere the service and menu has been reduced, but the prices haven't. We ordered a potato bowl and a three meat dinner. After paying over $40 bucks I realized they hadn't given me our drink cups. I was told that I didn't ask for drinks so they didn't ring them up. The two medium cups were another $6.50. I know good bbq costs, but I felt like I spent almost $50 to eat at McDonald's. And the BBQ is no longer cooked on site. It looks to be cooked somewhere else, then reheated on location. If you are looking for good BBQ a go down the street to Jellybean and Julia's. Don't wast your time at Famous Dave's. read more

My mom and I had a great lunch here. We were in the area and Panera was packed and Texas Roadhouse wasn't open yet so we'd thought we would give it a try. It was good! We had a two meat lunch combo with a side. I got beef brisket and roasted chicken and she got smoked turkey and beef brisket. Both with mashed potato's and I know I got a corn muffin, she is gluten-free. Oh, I got my roasted chicken dry so I could try all the different bbq sauces they have on the table. Ambiance: I like it, clean fun atmosphere. read more

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We came here on a Saturday evening for dinner aroung 5 pm. We scored a table for 6 immediatly. The seating hostes was very pleasant. Jordan met us immediatly after we were seated and took our drink order. My wife and I split a Founders feast, the other couple ordered a Feast for two and 2 kid's meals. It took 45 minutes to get our food. By that time the kids were getting squirrelly. The food was perfect and of course plenty of it. They had a super hot sauce I liked called Wilbur's revenge. By the time we got finished an hour and a half after we arrived, the waiting area was full of people waiting for a table. We were visiting the area and may not be back, but if we do return to the area we would come here again. read more

We stopped here recently to check out the newly rebuilt location, and I have to say that I was really impressed with not only the layout but food as well. When we first walked in, I observed that there was still plenty of tables, even though it seems that the restaurant has shrunk by half. With probably like 15 or 20 tables for the patrons. Then I turned a corner and walked to the other end of the restaurant for a cafeteria like setup. I had the choice of either a sandwich with fries, or a platter with 2 sides. I decided on the turkey platter since it was so close to Thanksgiving. Of course I had to have some mashed potatoes and some sweet potatoes as well. The dinner roll was an extra that was thrown in. Since this visit was not only memorable, but the employees were so friendly, I do so want to go back. Maybe get a different meat entree next time. read more

Spent $80 for 2. Got the full rack for both of us and two sides, extra muffins and bottle of the spit sauce. Last time I went, my husbands ribs were tough. This time my ribs were nothing but fat and a plate of oil. I maybe had 1/4 of a cup of meat on one full rack of ribs. You cannot be legendary if you are not consistently excellent. Someone selecting the ribs to sell here needs to really look these over. Ugh. read more

Famous Dave's - Fat - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Best ribs if all their locations. Staff is the best too!!! We eat here almost weekly. Never fails.

We were sadly disappointed!! We ordered the .5 lb of brisket and .5 lb of pork, it was awful!! There was so much gristle in the brisket my husband couldn't eat it. I've half of my pork was fat! And for the price we paid it was a crime and a rip off!!! So sad because we love BBQ We certainly will not recommend this establishment read more

Went there for a quick dinner pickup Food was good but way overpriced For what ya get After $23 I was still hungry read more

Carry out is horrendous. The nachos are just a pile of glop (and they came that way from the kitchen, before they were transported in the car). Forgot ALL the sides. Burned the chicken so badly that is completely black and can't even cut it with a knife. Called them back, told the person on the phone what happened, and she put me on hold. Not going back. read more

Famous Dave's - Cajun chicken means "burnt to a crisp," literally. Even a knife can't cut it. - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Wowww something is different about this new reimagined Dave's and it's in the kitchen. The ambiance as I knew it before is gone but the flavor of the food is fantastic! For some reason there's a Smokey flame grill flavor that really pops now that never came through before. Wow the Ribs, brisket and Chicken all had a much better smokier flav....even the fries are bette and actually crispy! Score the upgrade I gotta say it was just ok...but now wow. read more

Looked amazing, but as I was waiting for my food, a worker wiped his clearly runny nose with a gloved hand then proceeded to grab a bunch of unwrapped cornbread muffins. Walked out immediately. read more

Just moved to the area and decided to give this place a try last night. Ordered the "Pick 3." The chicken and ribs were good - but the brisket (that was recommended by a staff member) was horrible. Dried out, fatty, flavorless. The potatoes were acceptable and the peach cobbler was good - as was the cornbread muffin. The staff was very friendly. Won't be rushing back. read more

It took a while to noticed that it was remodeled. They took out some walls, made it more open to the bar area. Took all the pictures of vintage Dave out and all the country stuff on shelves. Cleaned it up but, in my opinion, took some of the warmth out. The restaurant seems to be getting noisier. Not easy to carry on a conversation at the table. We were told the wait was 30 minutes. We didn't think that was bad for a Saturday night! Got seated in 20 minutes. We waited about 10 minutes to have our order taken. Wait staff was friendly. We noticed the food was coming out slowly. Several large groups. Several shrieking kids-what is wrong with some of these parents!? Our food arrived after 42 minutes. Right on time after the waitress said it would be 1 more minute. Food was as ordered. My brisket was fattier than usual but tasted good. My husband's sweet potato souflet was pathetic in size and looked nothing like the picture in the menu. He said it tasted good. This was a new item on the menu. They added cheese curds also but we never saw those on the menu. The menu was a new format. Lots of changes, some good some meh. We will probably come again. For the most part we still enjoy Dave's read more

Famous Dave's - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

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We ordered the large family feast to go. Not impressed. All the pork was dried out and looked old. The ribs and brisket were so dry, we could barely eat them, and the coleslaw tasted like it hadn't been rotated. Fries were very cold, not even room temp. Very disappointed. We called and spoke to the mgr, and he comped the meal, but it seemed as though he didn't believe us. Very unnerving. We won't be back to this location. We wanted BBQ, not jerky. read more

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I am actually sitting here as I write this. First I made a reservation for 5. When I got here they made me feel like a burden for needing more than just a 4 person table. They were constantly braking glass around me which is not safe. Then our waitress made me feel like even more of a burden, by not knowing what I want right away. Considering she was not helping me come up with stuff. "I have other tables than you". Then our food comes to the table: my food is not 10 bucks worth of food, and my mother's burger was under cooked. Not to mention two of the workers knocked a table into my mothers chair hard and proceeded to laugh about it. I know I've gotten way better service other places and won't be back. Texas road house has way better food! read more

Famous Dave's - A chicken sandwich. Yes I did eat 4 of the fires. - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

I went there at about 6 PM on Wednesday, June 15 with the sole purpose of using up the reward that I had on my account for $10, and a gift card, with the idea that I was never going back. My previous visits have been mediocre at best and terrible at worst. The general manager a month ago, Dusty, was clearly the problem. He has no business being a manager in the restaurant business. Anyway, this time was completely different. He was not there, which was a great start. This time the store was well staffed, people were smiling and friendly, and the food was excellent. I ordered a pound of brisket and a rack of ribs to go with a couple sides. This time I got the full pound of brisket that I paid for, and may be a little extra. The previous time I was shorted, and the manager did not care at all. See the picture attached for the previous visit. This time, both the brisket and the ribs had good smoke flavor and were cooked very well. The cornbread muffins were the best that I've had at any famous Dave's. Very fresh, moist, and warm. I really wish every visit was like this. I'm giving this visit five stars for sure, and taking off one star for previous visits. If last nights visit was any indication, this location is on the right track and I would definitely return. It is worth noting that I sent an email to their corporate office, and got no response the previous time, which was highly disappointing. read more

Famous Dave's - This is supposed to be 1 pound of brisket to go. It's only 14.2 ounces. - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Really? $21.00 order. Never again. Catfish wAs so fishy tasting. An no folks it should not be so fishy it's inedible. read more

Famous Dave's - $21.00??? - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

If I could give 6 stars I would! We had a larger family group that included three Veterans on Veterans Day for dinner. From the happy Bartenders to our awesome Server it was clear that this business values our Veterans and cares! The food was excellent and the incredibly generous dinner offered at no cost to those that have served our country was special. We have been to other FD locations but this one really shined! Thank you for a lovely night! read more

Very affordable platter! Loved the garbage can lid as the tray very fun! Me and my wife liked it fed us for two days! read more

Famous Dave's - Best platter I ever had - Barbeque Near Me - Coon Rapids, Minnesota

I bought 2 full take out rib orders on 2/22/22 and brought them home. My husband and I were so disappointed in the ribs. All BBQ ribs should fall off the bone, ours did not and they were fatty and tough. Had they been cooked correctly, that fat would have melted to nothing and the ribs would be falling off the bone. This is not the first time this has happened but I hope it is the last. Its foolish for a business to try to be authentic and pretend to know ribs, yet sell ribs that are tough to chew and uncooked. Especially for $70!! I don't mind paying that much but I want falling off the bones ribs! We have leftovers today, and I'm sticking them in the oven to finish cooking them. Also, they forgot our fries yesterday. UGH! read more