Food was good. Service was non-existent and confusing. And they ask for a tip at the counter where you order before you get your food, and surprise, zero service. Would not recommend. read more

Ice cold beer and some of the most tender pulled pork. Shockingly good. And that pepper sauce... I'll be back. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - I had already finished my food, so here. - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

This place has been steadily going downhill, in my opinion. This time they were out of fresh ribs at the dinner hour, on a Friday???! Come on, really???! They were willing to sell me the last of yesterday's ribs though. No thanks. They were out of beans, too. I ended up having to settle for their onion rings, which used to be really good, but these were just over-cooked. The pulled pork was definitely yesterday's, though it was probably excellent...yesterday. It still had good smoke, but was dry, nonetheless. I still come because it's close to the house and I keep hoping it will get better, but sadly, it doesn't. New management, please! read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Rib tips, burnt ends, beer battered onion rings, pulled chicken, sweet potato fries & cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

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I had a taste for brisket and wanted to give this place another chance. The brisket was tender and flavorful. Now that charge for sauces. read more

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Food was good overall, but not awesome and it was rather pricey. And when you go out to eat do your research. We were kind of bummed that you had to order at the counter and there was no table service. The brisket and the smoked chicken however were both really good. read more

I have been eating out a lot lately can't you tell?! lol Anyway, stopped in here because I had a taste for bbq. The menu has a decent variety options. The food was good but not great. I had the smoked chicken. I thought it would be pulled chicken. It was a grilled chicken breast cut like strips. I could taste the smoke flavor but it was a little dry. The potato salad and cole slaw were both awful. To think, I traded the slaw for the potatoe salad. The slaw was a bit tart and too much mayonnaise or whatever the white sauce was. The potatoe salad I don't even know how to explain it so just view the photo. I didn't care much for the bbq sauces either. I like a more tangy taste and thinner substance. They were all too thick. The corn bread was excellent and taste like a vanilla pound cake. The atmosphere felt pretty dead, too quiet like a library. I asked the cashier to play some music and so she did. The service was excellent. Both cashiers were very pleasant and accommodating. It is also very pretty inside. Idk if they do buy outs for private events but this would be the perfect back drop for a themed wedding or party. The rustic feel and design made me feel like I was in a Texas roadhouse. read more

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Juicy, flavorful, and just the right amount of spice to it. That's basically my description of the meats at firewater bbq and brew! The restaurant is clean and spacious (though our table was a bit sticky but I'm unsure if it's because of the wax coating or something else). Anyways, the food here is great. We even brought more to take home to share with our family. I think what won me over was the self serve sides station. I really liked how I was able to eat as much pickles and jalapeños as I wanted with my meal. It's great! Will drop by again for sure. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - 3 Cheese Mac - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

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My server was Jayda S. The food was well prepared. Given in a timely manner. Restaurant and bathroom was clean. Employees were Courteous to customers. I finally found great macaroni and cheese. Cornbread was excellent! Food portions were appropriate. I will return! I informed the manager, I frequent restaurants with good service. I enjoyed Jayda S as my hostess. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - I selected the 2 Meat and 1 Side. Rib tips and Pulled pork Macaroni and cheese Cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

Joseph was really amazing perfect customer service warned hearted and kind . I love when I visit an establishment where there is exceptional customer service he's definitely the truth . I truly recommend going here ohh and thx food is great and always fresh .. Thanks for your kindness that goes a long ways. You never know what a person is going through being kind definitely saves the day read more

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Ive been here at least 8 times but I always forget to take the time to place a review. The bbq is great and the restaurant is always clean . Unfortunately today the lady that took my order (6/7/25) At 3:20pm had a bit of an attitude. In a world where everything is expensive having good customer service is important . Especially considering that there is at least 5 more bbq businesses in the Vicinity. I ordered $75 worth of food today. Do better with the overall customer experience. And that starts with the person at the register. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

My job has been ordering from here lately for our team of drivers and they rave about it! We treat them to a meal once a month and the bbq has been the most requested. Prices are reasonable and the portions are good. We had a hiccup with a delivery not showing and the 2 employees I spoke with were pleasant and corrected the issue. If you're pescatarian like myself or vegetarian this is not the place for you lol there's meat in everything pretty much even the potato salad and beans. The cornbread is fantastic but they guys miss having white bread as an option. Overall this is a very solid establishment and consistent thus far. read more

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The food was good. Nothing out of this world. I didn't like that you only get two slices of brisket when you paid an extra sur charge. The ribs were a little dry but the flavor was good. I really liked their sweet sauce. I had the Mac and cheese and it was kinda watery. My wife had their potato salad and it was good but I was expecting more flavor. And the cornbread was very very good. Not dry at all. The inside was nice very modern but we sat at the back table and omg it was sticky. I tried wiping it down and it didn't help at all. Also the cashier was super nice. I'd come here again but next time take to to go. read more

My food was amazing. The brisket was so tender and well seasoned. The sauce was a perfect compliment. My garlic fries were yummy as well. The garden salad was super fresh. I will definitely patronize again. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Brisket w/garlic fries and cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

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Very good food, Nice menu selection Several choices of sauces to complement your food Very worth while dining experience read more

Finally made it here after a year and now I'm bummed I didn't go sooner. The food is absolutely scrumptious. Burnt ends: BETTER than Kansas City. No lie. Perfectly done with a heavenly sauce. I want more right now and I'm stuffed. Pulled pork? Also delicious with nice smoky chunks, moist and tender. Wings? Didn't even NEED sauce; however they smoked them, they are perfect. Try them before you dip them, seriously. But also, the spicy and the sweet sauces are both yummy and mixed together, even yummier. Brisket beans: yummy. Onion rings: crispy, big, fresh. Corn bread with actual corn and a taste of honey. The pickles and marinated onions are, I believe, homemade and so tasty & fresh. 3-meat platter with one extra side was just right to share for 2 people; very generous portions for $19.99. I think the bad reviews from 7-9 months ago were when they were new and had a different manager; Nikki is the GM now and she's crushing it. They're all super friendly, helpful, and food came up fast but still tasted super fresh and hot. I will absolutely be back. Fantastic addition to Alsip; we needed this! Oh, and they got their liquor license too now. Yay! NOTE: 2 negative reviews below are complaining NOT about this restaurant but about the permanently closed Firewater Saloon - Mt. Greenwood. This is a totally new restaurant; the other did NOT move from MG to Alsip. This place is GREAT! Thanks. read more

Had some of their rins that were definately re heated and dried out. Can't recommend at this time.

This was our second time trying this place. The first time our food was cold and blah but since I love bbq, my wife and I decided to try this place again. We were very disappointed by them not having rib tips but they offered to substitute with ribs for our combo two meat meal. When we received our meals and took our first bite of everything, the meats and 3 cheese mac were cold. The 3 cheese Mac was cold and runny, not cheesy at all. We decided to just take it home but once home we tossed it in the trash. We lost our appetite after the disappointment. We don't tell the manager because it would be a waste of time. What a disappointment, a definitely never again place. The only good thing was the service at the register. read more

We did take out last minute and the food was great. I highly recommend them. The price was great also.

Brisket and pulled pork were very good. However, very expensive and sides are extra cost. The two sandwiches, sides, and two drinks were $43.27. That cost included a "hospitality fee" of 3% which in this case added $1.15. Not sure what this is as there is no table service and the order taker asked for a tip. Tables and seats not comfortable and the picnic style tables were hard to slide in and out of. read more

The brisket is super dry and the 3 cheese Mac doesn't taste like cheese kinda like soupy water. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Brisket and Mac 1 Meat and 1 Side - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

The meat tasted processed like it was sitting under a heat lamp for hours. The fries tasted like cardboard and were either under or over cooked. and everything was overpowered in bitter vinegar. the staff was nice and the service was also nice. The Ambiance was fine and it really quiet inside as we were the only people there. Not going again. read more

We went there as soon as it opened up for the day. Clean and nice atmosphere. The FOOD was AMAZING. I had the 3 meats: bacon, brisket, and rib tips. Pickles, sweet potato fries and cornbread. They young girl at the register was patient and helpful. This is a definite hit for the the town of Alsip read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

Tried the ribs. Which were excellent. My son had the jumbo wings and he loved them as well. Strangely, they do not have real knives. They force you to use a cheap plastic knife with ribs, like you're in an airport. Really kind of a negative and total unforced error. Buy some knives. But food was great. read more

Food and service were great!!! Rib tips were amazing! I also enjoyed the brisket. I would definitely go back!

Customer service was excellent. Food was delicious loved the bbq sauce especially on the wings ribs was also flavorful and fell off the bone

So I had watched this restaurant be built and couldn't wait to see what it was. Well I ate from there the first time on yesterday -EVERYTHING WAS EXCELLENT. I watch those BBQ Pitmaster shows and this is definitely a pitmaster. The rib tips were tender and seasoned very well - sauce is amazing. I tried the Chicago sauce and the Carolina -both were equally as good. The smoked chicken wings are to die for. The sausage link was sooo good; very fresh. My sister tasted my food and later yesterday went back to pickup more food for my parents. They are very very picky and both loved all the choices they had. i love this restaurant - finally a real pitmaster BBQ restaurant on the southside.Yes!!!!! read more

Welcome addition to the area. I had a delicious brisket sandwich, fries, jalapeños, fries and fountain drink as their lunch special. Food is very good and cute place inside. No complaints from me. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Lunch special comes with a fountain drink $12 - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

First time trying this place and it was excellent. Friendly service and they helped us with the menu. Three of us tried different menu items. We will go back and try other menu items. With the name "brew" in the name, I was expecting a local brewery concept but they had local alcoholic beverages. read more

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I got delivery. I live very close so I don't think the delivery made anything worse. My mother got the ribs, and I got the South Sider with mac and cheese and fries. The brisket was tough, the seasoning was good but the cooking wasn't. The mac and cheese had straight up nacho cheese. I like them trying to do something fun by adding red peppers but it tasted like a flavorless pasta salad. The fries were soggy, could've just been the delivery though. The ribs were good, nothing too special. Too much money for mediocre bbq. read more

the food is excellent and the decor floor to ceiling fits the atmosphere you would think you're some place down South instead of the Southside of Chicago . The music fits the mood read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - pulled pork cheesey - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

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Ok I'll start with the good....Fries was excellent and the bbq sauce was good as well. Cornbread was ok wish it was hot or at least warm. Chicken was dry. Ribs were over cooked and not flavorful at all. Was really looking forward to this place and was let down really bad. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Rib tips, ribs, chicken , fries and cornbread. - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

Delicious bbq and sides, good service and plenty of room in a nice setting. I'll be back!

Wow, how disappointed am I?!? Came in back when they first opened and thought "not bad, I can't wait for them to get their liquor license and I'll be here all the time" that was December, well now we are staring down the barrel at March, still no "Brew" in the "BBQ and Brew". The staff was friendly the first time I visited, not so much this time. I was only one of 8 people in the place, couldn't get the TV switched to a hockey game because "we're busy" dirty dishes piled up on the bar prevented me from sitting there, so every time I needed to fill my drink I had to walk across the restaurant not that big of a deal, but if a little thought was put into it it could be more accessible. I enjoy BBQ and I enjoy BBQing. If this is the best they can do, I would like to invite them over this summer and see how it's done. Very disappointing read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Burnt ends, pulled pork, smoked chicken, onion rings and corn bread - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

Our first time ordering from here and it was the worst food I've even spent my money on smh! what a waste.....the brisket was so tough and dry! the grilled chicken was over cooked and dry fries were super soggy and hella salty. never again I would not recommend this place! over priced trash food!!! read more

The food was not good at all! It seems like the meat and tough and burnt. The sides were just okay. Also the customer service was very subpar. read more

We found this place coming from the airport! Searched it on line! What a surprise ! So clean and delicious . Staff wonderful. Combination dinners excellent! Best ribs i have had in sometime! The apple bourbon bread pudding huge delicious . Highly recommend this place! read more

The food was very tasty, the ribs in particular were nice and meaty. The service was also great as the staff helped us navigate the menu and gave recommendations on our first visit. The decor was also very cool, reminded me of bbq spots down south like in Texas or Tennessee. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Really good barbecue. Rib tips are very plump and tender.They have a variety of sauces.

Barbecue half slab charred kind of too much. Catfish platter has one Catfish fillet with pound of very dark hard fried fries. Coleslaw just plain mayo and touch of vinegar no seasoning. Other than that, the one Catfish was pretty good. The Barbecue rib was ok tasting once through the charred bark. They ask for tip in the ordering receipt before you get your food. No server bring food to your table or pick up trays but asks for tip before you get your food. Very quiet and peaceful atmosphere though. Lot to work on before I come back or make any recommendations. read more

Firewater BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Alsip, Illinois

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We met my nephew for lunch. He recommended this place. We all had the lunch special for $11.99.. Which was a pulled pork sandwich on a brioche bun...choice of Mac N cheese, beans, fries, or Cole slaw. I thought the Mac N cheese needed work. It tasted like microwaved Kraft crap. The pulled pork was fantastic! I tried the Alabama white sauce and the Sweet Home Chicago, and I enjoyed both. The decor was kinda weird...and there's no mirror in the ladies room.. read more