We had our wedding reception at Golden Boy BBQ in Elmhurst, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Joe Calcagno was amazing to work with from start to finish. He was incredibly flexible, responsive, and made the whole process so easy for us. The outdoor patio was beautiful and ended up being the perfect setting for our reception. The food and drinks were a huge hit. We got endless compliments from our guests, and people were still talking about how good everything was afterward. One of my favorite moments was when we realized we didn't have anyone to cut our wedding cake. Without hesitation, Joe stepped in and did it for us. It was such a small thing, but in the middle of a crazy wedding day, having someone willing to jump in and help meant so much. We are so grateful we chose Golden Boy for our reception. Joe and the whole team helped make our day feel special and stress free, and I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a fun spot for dinner or amazing event space! read more

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I was super hungry, picked up a cheeseburger to take home, opened it up, and this is what I saw. So terribly disappointed. $20 for this!? I have no intention of going back to dine at this restaurant. read more

Golden Boy Barbecue - This is my very sad skimpy tasteless burger. - Barbeque Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

Still thinking about my friend group's late lunch at Golden Boy Barbecue! I went with a group of 6 on a Saturday to enjoy the beautiful Chicago weather. Their inside feels like a greenhouse with tons of glass walls around but they also have a large patio (some shaded, some not spots). On Saturdays, they do 1/2 price frozen drinks, $1 wings, and $17 buckets of booze. I tried the Frozen Espresso Martini which was the perfect patio sipper! My friends got the Redtide which was a bit tart for me but they loved it. For food, we got some shareables for the table: Elote, Mac & Cheese, Ancho Carrots, and Cornbread. All the sides were amazing but the standouts were the elote and carrots. For meals, everyone got a mixture of Sandwiches and Golden Boy Plates. The Pig & Bull Sandwich was tender, packed with flavor, and loved the sweet slaw paired with it. Even on the plates, the meat was all juicy and tender. I absolutely loved the vibe of this spot and cannot wait for more warm weather to come back! Be sure to check out their weekly specials for extra deals! read more

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Once a greenhouse, now a bbq joint. Walking into Golden Boy Barbecue you are encased in a dining area full of natural light. I loved it. Especially after being in an office all day. Got the trinity and a 1/4 chicken with the slaw and rice (I haven't had rice in a bit. My genes were craving it). Off menu they added some slices of pork steak on as a free treat. And that probably was my favorite item. A wonderful sticky pork steak where it ate similar to a beef cheek. A slightly sweet honey(?) glaze. Who needs chapstick when you got these. The ribs also had a slightly sweet glaze that gave a great competition style bite. Very meaty on top. I always fall back and forth on if I prefer full spares vs St. Louis cuts and today I'm a StL guy. The heat and spice level for the sausage today was nice and I'm taking bites in my hotel room while typing this. The 1/4 was Smokey but the skin was a little tough. Tho still flavorful and idk why but the sauce that came with it gave me some graham cracker vibes that I'm all for with how good it was. I kinda got distracted by a bird outside rather than the one on my platter so I wasn't fully paying attention. lol. A nice crunchy black pepper bark on the brisket with a moist interior. I love the contrast of texture it brings. I'm stoked about finding and stopping by Golden Boy Barbecue today. Especially because I totally spent at least an hr. Maybe a little more talking about bbq around TX and rest of the states with Joey there. read more

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A group of us went to try Golden Boy for their BBQ and trivia. Our waitress was kind, and assisted us throughout the night during trivia. The food overall was delicious, however, there were a few drawbacks. The pulled chicken did have a bone in it, and the cornbread on the platter was laughably small. I wouldn't bother putting it on the menu personally. Everyone seemed to enjoy their drink selection, all in all, a good visit. read more

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Great experience today at Golden Boy. Started w the Pulled Pork Nachos which are fantastic. Huge portion and the pickled onions are my fav. Had the Texas Trinity (ribs, brisket and a sausage link). The sides were a huge hit- the elote, broccolini and potato salad. Everything was fresh and Claire our server was very attentive and friendly. Great food, friendly service and fun atmosphere made for an excellent visit. Highly recommended!!! read more

Golden Boy Barbecue - Texas Trinity - Barbeque Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

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The banana pudding and jalapeño peppers were hands down some of the best I've had in a long time. True bbq delights. Great brisket and pork belly, I'd skip the corn bread next time - but service was quick kind and easy - prices were worth the quality - absolutely will be back. read more

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YUMM! A little on the dry side but great flavor, sweet tea could use some more sugar but staff is very welcoming and outdoor seating is perfect for the summer. read more

Golden Boy Barbecue - Texas Trinity Brisket+Ribs+Sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

Great bbq joint - large patio area and open restaurant. Friendly staff, order at the counter and pickup. Food was good and loved the hidden bar area in the back. Got myself a delicious old fashioned to go with my bbq. Love the pecan pie for dessert. Would def come back in the summer for some fun vibes. read more

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This BBQ restaurant does not rival your best favorite joint or restaurant but provides tasty food along with very good quality ingredients. As a lifelong fan of BBQ food, I would recommend checking out the place even if it ends up being over 25 dollars just for your plate of food. read more

This place was not saved on my Yelp list, but it was on my Hilton dining club list. Positives Extensive menu! Plenty of meats, sides, and beverage choices. (Sodas, beer, cocktails). Super friendly service Indoor, outdoor, and bar seating Turkey sandwich also came with fries. Sandwich had a lot of meat. It was also very moist Plenty of parking I had a frozen cocktail that was excellent Room for improvement Elote was served so hot it burned my mouth (That's what lost the one star for me). Would I return? Absolutely! So many menu items that intrigued me. Also. Props to the staff. There were many parents with small children that were not watching their kids. Kids that were digging in the beer cooler or dessert freezer. Kids spilling beverages. On my next visit, I would sit in their classier bar/restaurant area in back. It was beautiful space. read more

One of the BEST brisket I've had ever! Super fun place to be on a Saturday afternoon with friends and family. Definitely going back next time I'm in town! read more

Can't speak to the ambiance as I got delivery, but the food was cold and so very dry. Probably the driest brisket I've eaten and needed A LOT of sauce to make it eatable. I'm a purest and always went to try the meat un-sauced first - that was impossible with how dry everything was. Sadly one and down for me - I think the other reviews echo similar experiences. read more

The service was amazing! Our server made sure everything was great. He was super accommodating. That guy was also hilarious. Honestly the best server ever. I have a severe food allergy and the manager came to the table and reassured us. The food was quick to come out to us and it was delicious. We ordered the brisket it was tender and juicy. The nachos tasted great, the portions were just right. I loved the inside of the restaurant. It's great for pictures with all the natural light coming in. Will definitely come back read more

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Long overdue review! We had a birthday party for 50 people and ordered nearly everything! We had the salmon, brisket, beef ribs, St. Louis ribs, pork belly, wings, and the sausage ... Everything was INCREDIBLE! I was able to pick out the briskets we wanted, and the they helped me get the perfect amount of food! We love this place so much! read more

The gb double is a top 5 burger for me. They have a great draft selection as well. It's a great place to meet some friends and get good beers and good food. read more

Best burger in Elmhurst. Order it. You won't regret it. Nachos are great too. Get both.

The service 7/10. the ribs 7/10 / the brisket 8/10. The hot link sausage 9/10. I expected a lot more for the price, I won't be given it a second visit read more

My favorite BBQ spot. Great BBQ sauce. Cooked in a smoker. And the burger is a great change of pace also. Excellent staff. Friendly and clean. read more

The Service and Staff was EXCELLENT! The food was delicious, I loved the fries! I will definitely return!

So glad to see more Texas-inspired bbq joints popping up around the burbs!! GB sports quite a rustically pleasing greenhouse-esque interior with a full-service bar and plenty of outdoor seating as well. The staff could have not made me feel any more welcome by, first off, explaining how the menu works and even going the extra mile by asking if I wanted a refill on my water! This shows how thoroughly each and every team member has been trained to make this new joint feel like a home.. well done there!! Although "this ain't Texas" and certainly "ain't no hold 'em" either, GB may offer the closest experience to such. Their meats are the star of the show, while sides could use a little work (hence the 1-star deduction). The brisket, first off, had already fallen apart before attempting to consume (which is a good sign, I believe) except most of its moisture had been lost by then. Still packed plenty of prominently smoky flavor though. The jalapeño/cheddar link gave the perfect snap and a nice oozy cheesy filling on the inside, whereas the sticky pork belly had an on-point fat to meat ratio and amazing melt-in-your-mouth sensation. I would recommend adding the PB to their housemade nachos for an out-of-body trip to flavortown!! The smash burger was also a hit. I would like to return and try the lamb chops, which hopefully will not be sold out next time. For sides, I would highly recommend the broccoli salad, packing the perfect creamy, dilly punch from the dressing and a subtle burst of sweetness from the pickled golden raisins. The tater tot casserole contained tons of cheesiness and comfort; however, I was significantly bewildered by the sight of not one, but two rings of oil which sat amongst the concoction (one in the middle and one on bottom). Very off-putting and would taste better if the oil levels could be mitigated for future batches. The 'elotes' cannot really be called elotes, as perhaps 'hot fire-roasted corn salad' would be more appropriate. I still found this tasty, however. The coolness and creaminess was there in the banana pudding, but just shocked there was no Nilla Wafer topping. Most banana puddings I've had in the past have included this, which is what I feel would have truly perfected this one. Although there are notable areas for growth regarding GB's culinary showcase, I believe they are most certainly off to a great start. GB also has a considerable potential to foster community amongst Elmhurst and beyond (especially considering the live country music events scheduled on Thursdays). I am profoundly eager to see what the future holds for this newborn star of a smokehouse! read more

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I'm surprised this place doesn't have more reviews!! Such a gem in elmhurst with easy parking but with city vibes! They have patio area that has heated lamps . It was middle of February and my kids insisted on sitting outside , and believe it or not it was warm enough to sit outside without your coat on due to the heat lamps. I wanted us to sit inside however, in their really cool glasshouse type of dining area. It's spacious with a bar and the workers were super friendly. Perfect place to bring people and watch a game. Came on Sunday for dinner and wasn't busy at all. You order at the counter and they bring it out to your table. For mains we got the brisket, nachos, and beef rib (I don't think they have the rib regularly). Really good quality and tender meat. Reminded me a lot of Terrys Blacks in Dallas TX. The elote and slaw were also phenomenal and a great price for only $5, and my kids loved the banana pudding. Love this spot and will be back. read more

Golden Boy Barbecue - Brisket, beef rib, slaw, and Elote - Barbeque Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

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While the quality of meat was good, it lacked flavor. We tried the wings, brisket, pulled pork and even the salmon. Very very bland.

4.5 Stars. Brisket and Pulled Pork, outstanding! Brisket was succulent and nicely smoked. Pulled pork excellent flavor with a good bark. Both were well seasoned. Sides were also tasty, especially liked the corn dish. Service was good. Good value. Great ambiance, loved outdoor seating. More later... after my next visit. Great job GB BBQ. read more

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I believe we have a new best burger in Elmhurst and it's the GB Double Burger. Double smash burger with pickled jalapeños and grilled onions. Cheese and spicy mayo finish it off. Fries were just ok, maybe go for other traditional bbq sides. Bottom line, it's the best burger in town and it's not even close. Have also had the barbecue here and it is good as well. Bar has great beer selection as well read more

Golden Boy Barbecue - GB Double Burger - Barbeque Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

Barbecue is nothing special. Firewater on the north end of town is significantly better. Service is super slow and online ordering is not reliable. It is such a shame that the problems from HB Jones days seem to have followed them in to this space. Although a convenient spot for us to dine at living nearby, we will travel elsewhere. read more

I don't eat meat often, but when I do, it's at Golden Boy Barbecue! Can't go wrong with anything they have on the menu. read more

Very good bbq, sides, sandwiches and kids meals. My favorite is the brisket but everything is great, including the service in both the bar and larger seating areas. Every time I go it feels like the food and service have improved. read more

Just ate here for the second time and ordered the brisket sandwich and double cheeseburger to go. The brisket sandwich was a multitude of flavors from smoky to tangy with the barbecue and coleslaw with pickles on the sandwich. It was mouthwatering. The burger was so juicy and had a hint of heat due to the jalapeño and was wonderful. The tater tots were also fantastic. Can't wait to come back. read more

Golden Boy Barbecue - Texas chili with sour cream, scallions, and a bit of queso - Barbeque Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

I stopped in with my fiancé tonight for the first time. The service was super friendly and the vibe of the place was pretty awesome. I'm sad it was closed for a party, but we took food to go and we're not disappointed! the brisket was soooo tender, high quality, and delicious ... 9/10. The pulled pork sandwich was 9.5/10. What brought it over the top was the delicious bbq sauce ... the Mac and queso was ok ... I'd give it a 6/10. Not bad but not flavorful ... overall, we really liked it here and we will definitely be back! read more

I really wanted to like this place! First time here and both the inside and outside look very nice. Got to ordering and we had an older grumpy guy taking our order who did not read it back to us after saying we ordered too much (surprise surprise he got the amount wrong) , when paying we forgot to ask for a receipt so we went back up not even 5 minutes later and mind you it was NOT busy, they claimed to have lost our order and did not give us a receipt. Overall the staff ruined the experience. Won't be returning since the food wasn't out of this world either, wrong order was given to us then when the actual food came out it was not hot, warm at best. read more

Great for kids! Order at counter and food quickly arrived. Great atmosphere and terrific addition to Elmhurst!

Brought my two little girls 6 and 4 they loved the smoked chicken wings and pork ribs, and I the same. The give you a lot of food at a fair price, definitely think it has to be the best in town. Service was friendly, and better than I expected typical BBQ decor. read more

Didn't look much different than the previous HB Jones which was a little disappointing. El Jefe salad was just ok, mule was strong and Elote was excellent. read more

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While the atmosphere is nice, especially the outside, the concept and food leaves much to be desired. You order at the counter and pay there. Our food was ready about a minute after we paid for it! We ordered the beef brisket (very dry) Ribs were ok but also dry, Pork belly was tasty but could have had the fat rendered more. Menu doesn't indicate what the sauces contain, so needed to ask for details. The Mac and Queso was extremely dry as well as the Tator Tot side, which also had a strange taste, like sauerkraut? We tossed both of them. I understand these food items take a long time to cook, but they are obviously being stored too long or too hot which is reflected in the dryness of everything. We sat at the outside bar to have a drink and ordered everything to go. When you order a drink, the bartender sends the order to main bar inside and then it's delivered to the bar. Great atmosphere but the concept and food needs a lot of tweaking in our opinion, for this to work. We love to support local businesses and hoping they can make it work. Hopefully they will work out the kinks. read more

Golden Boy Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

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It's ok the star of the show is a burger with jalapeño spread , This is the only barbecue restaurant that does not have french fries Hint put some fresh cut fries in the menu read more

Absolutely delicious BBQ! The brisket taco is my new fav item and they recently added cornbread. Everything was hot and fresh and I love the back room (you feel like you are outside!). We brought our friends there and they loved it, too. We all have kids and they ate the turkey and loved it. Wings were so tasty too! Outdoor patio is wonderful as well. And a sandwich deli shop opened a while ago in the front (gambinos). read more

We enjoyed a cheeseburger and half chicken for lunch with lotte... WOW! Absolutely the best meal ever! P.S. Be sure to grab a choclate chip cookie...another wow! read more

Pulled pork was great as well as the brisket. Fries were hot & the sauces tasty. Be sure to listen for them to call your name for your order! read more

A BBQ place that only has two types of sauces and neither were very good. A so so chicken sandwich. I do recommend the tot casserole. But not worth going back just for it. read more