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Finally able to stop in and try bbq. Friendly service at the door with plenty of seating both inside and out. Went with the rib sandwich special with cornbread. Ribs were so tender and juicy. Great tangy bbq sauce. Cornbread was light and less filling. Glad I stopped in.
I've been craving some MEAT for a while, and after reading Sam C.'s review, I was sold - I grabbed my keys and made my way over! When I find myself thinking of a return trip while still there, you know for sure Offset BBQ delivers! I ordered the All Beef Platter, and got the Brisket Chili (upgrade) as my side. The sausage was fantastic! It had a snap which made all the Chicago Hot Dogs within a 20 mile radius jealous. Inside was a maximally savory, salty but not over-salted filling. The kind of meat that needs no sauce. Then comes the brisket! A lovely piece of meat that was so tender, looking at it and licking my lips caused the meat to start falling apart. I also loved that it was a good balance of meaty and fatty bits. However, there is a small 'but' here. For my taste, the brisket needed a very light sprinkle of salt. No matter, with the help of the sauces the brisket leveled up enough to take on any boss battle thrown at it. Speaking of sauces: The KC Style and Hawaiian were both good. Both were sweet, and had some tang, though, it seemed the KC had a slight edge in the bold department between the two. A sauce I loved though was the Chicago White, a fantastic Horseradish and Mustard sauce that was unique, interesting, savory, fresh, and a little spicy. The kind of sauce I want to buy a container of and take home! For my side, I upgraded to the bowl of brisket chili. I loved this so much, I may just order this as a main on a return visit. The chili did not at all skimp on the meat, which was tender and flavorful. The use of beans, corn, and veggies were there to help accent everything else, and were themselves cooked perfectly. Kudos also for the inclusion of a couple pickled jalapeno slices. My heat tolerance may be too high to feel a burn, but the crispness of acid did wonders! The included coleslaw was one thing I did not love. I appreciated that they were not heavy handed on the mayo, and the dressing overall was light in quantity and consistency. However, the cabbage was sliced as if by a sleep deprived stagiaire who has yet to master knife skills. The slicing was terribly inconsistent, with some pieces being way too large. For dessert, I ordered the Blueberry Handpie. This was so much better than expected! The crust was flaky and wonderful, and the filling had plentiful sweet blueberries. This dish also excelled in its execution. The cast iron pan kept the pie warm, and the ice cream was such that didn't melt right away. I also loved that the blueberries weren't screaming hot and exploding with lava. When it comes to the service, the bar-server was fantastic. She was kind, friendly, and attentive. Food came out pretty fast, too, considering how fresh everything was. Finally, while I did not make laps around the entire establishment, the vibe has just the right intersection between BBQ and Rock & Roll, with the music playing at the perfect volume to be appreciated while being not at all intrusive. Final verdict: There are many who sing the praises of Smoque BBQ, which is a great spot. However, between the two, I prefer Offset. Other than a sloppy-chopped Coleslaw, the experience was fantastic not only in the food, but in the execution and the thought put into the experience.
Food was great but Mac and Cheese is too soupy. It needs work. I loved all the sauces they had to put on my food though!
Decent place for BBQ. The service was nice. The food was just okay. We didn't love our entrees. It was pretty bland in our opinions. The shrimp appetizer though was awesome. Definitely the best part of the meal. Our drinks were okay as well. I had a Bourbon Peach Tea. I would get it again if I were to go back.
I don't frequent many BBQ places but I will for sure be coming back to this one in the future! It's very family friendly, has fast service and the food is terrific all around. The space felt clean and spacious, and they have tables to accommodate large parties. We tried a little bit of everything, and I loved all the meats (brisket, pork and chicken). None of the cuts were dripping in fat and the meats were all high quality. My favorite side has to be piping hot fries, elote and cole slaw. They have three sauces on each table. Their bbq is phenomenal and they also have a horseradish and Hawaiian sauce.
We shared: 1. Meet our Meats Platter - 1/4 Pound each of Beef Brisket, Smoked Pork, Pulled BBQ Chicken, and Smoked Beef Sausage + St Louis style Ribs W/ sides: Coleslaw & Brisket Chili 2. House-made Chocolate Banana & Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches Wow such an underrated spot that deserves a spot on Chicago's top bbq lists. Brisket is on leaner side but still tender. Chicken and brisket could be seasoned more but still good. I was happy and surprised all of the meats were tender and not dry. I liked all three of the house sauces. Coleslaw was light and crunchy. Brisket chili was smoky and flavorful. Homemade ice cream sandwiches were fantastic and must get. Service was good and plenty of seating inside.
Great place for couples and large groups. Their bbq are fire and known to for their meats! A must try if you're on the Northside. Staff are very friendly and honest about the food. Good food!
Just found a new favorite spot in Chicago. Offset Barbecue. Honestly maybe one of the top three briskets I've had. And for sure #1 for biscuits and Gravy. Did the 4 meat platter. Brisket, Sausage, Pulled Pork, Chicken. Sadly My belly could not keep up with the rest of the menu.... To be continued
I already have my bbq place in the city but occasionally I feel like trying out a new place. I did an online order from here. Pickup was painless. The my order was ready before the promised time and the staff was friendly. Wouldn't mind dining in next time. I ordered two beef brisket sandwiches, one with fries and another with an elote. You get a decent amount of perfectly smoked brisket. Not too fatty but just the perfect amount to make the sandwich delicious. The bbq sauce isn't really needed on this sandwich but still tasted good. The elote tasted off but not in a bad way. I'm just not exactly sure on what I tasted but it was something different. My son ordered their BBBLT sandwich. I'm not really sure why he would want this at a bbq restaurant but the damn sandwich was good. A BLT sandwich with brisket. Not sure I would personally order this but I hope my son gets it again when we return, so I can steal a bite or two.
My parents love coming here, so I've gone twice with them when I'm home in Chicago! I really like the BBQueso Fundido, side of Huli Huli Green Beans and ribs. - BBQueso Fundido: Melted Chihuahua cheese, smoked brisket, fire roasted chilies & warm tortillas, $12...we love this! A must get appetizer. - Smoked Beef Dip: Our smoky cross between a French dip & an Italian Beef, Chicago White sauce, side of beef jus, $16 - Smoked Pork Shoulder: Coleslaw, pickles, & a touch of BBQ sauce, $16 - Side: Huli Huli Green Beans $6...oh wow these are the best!!! Service: Each time someone who is not our waiter comes over to check on us and make sure that we are enjoying our meal. Reservations: It hasn't been super packed any of the times that I have been here, but you can make a reservation on their website and we always do just in case. Parking: Street parking available, pay to park.
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While in search of Waffle Fries within a radius of my neighborhood, Offset BBQ showed up number one via yelp! Oddly, I have never bookmarked Offset, let alone recall driving by it being that I frequently visit Humboldt Park neighborhood. In spite of wanting Waffle Fries, I took a liking to the Grilled PB&J, and Cheesy Cauliflower which happened to be an option as a combination for the kiddos (kids) on the menu. Uh-uh! Nope! Not today because this adult ordered that combination of the Grilled PB&J w/ Cheesy Cauliflower as my kids side choice along with an order of Waffle Fries. Ha! There is street parking along N California Ave near the storefront of the restaurant which I had no issues with. Ordering online with yelp was very convenient because by the time I arrived my order was waiting on me behind the counter. Since I had an in-and-out visit, I parked and turned on my vehicle's hazard lights then went inside to pick up my order. Ah, the smell of this place inside! Even as a vegetarian for well over two years, I adored the smell of barbecue as I walked in. I tell you barbecue continues to be my weakness like kryptonite is to Superman, a superhero who appears in American comic books published by DC Comics. With that, I will refrain from future dine-ins at this casual style of ambiance, so that I am not tortured by the lovely smell of barbecue, hehe. As for my order, I had the biggest smirk on my face while eating the Waffle Fries, which I could not resist from eating while driving enroute to my destination. They were seasoned perfectly and were delicious as expected! And I now see why Offset BBQ was ranked number one for Waffle Fries during my yelp search. I was thankful to have had a fork inside of my vehicle's glove compartment because Offset BBQ sure did not put one inside of my bag. I really enjoyed the taste of the Cheesy Cauliflower, and I must say that if you are looking for an alternative to mac n cheese then why not consider putting together Cheesy Cauliflower. After my last bite, I said to myself "That was pretty good". I saved the best for last, and honey I tell you I had a big smirk on my face while opening its container. Looking at the PB&J, you would think that it was a grilled cheese sandwich, but no! Picture a buttery grilled cheese without the cheese, yet with peanut butter & grape jelly instead. Oh my goodness! And to think, they have this of all selections as a choice for the kiddos. It was delicious indeed! All in all, I had a great ordering experience with Offset BBQ. And as indicated in this review, I enjoyed my meal and would surely order from again. ~ Be Kind. ALWAYS. ~ Thomas G read more
Great food and service. The interior is larger than how it appears outside. Regardless, great atmosphere and food. The food was ready almost immediately. Despite this quick delivery of food, the food was really hearty and tasty. The "Meet the Meats" meal may not look like a lot yet it is very filling. I didn't eat a meal prior to this meal yet was full in finishing the meal. Definitely recommend trying the BBQ here at Offset BBQ. read more
3 years ago
First time at Offset. The pulled pork sandwich was amazing. Choice of three different sauces. Great seating in front of the open garage door. read more
3 years ago
This place was pure gold to find and really hit the spot! I love southern food especially barbecue and everything was delicious. We got the nacho waffle fries as our appetizer which was to die for. We then got the original bbq wings which were spicy (I love spicy food so happy surprise) and their special brisket melt. The elote side was not good though. read more
Ordered online and food was ready when we came to pick it up. People were very friendly. The food was great- we all had sandwiches and the meat and sauces were delish. The chocolate situation dessert didn't disappoint. We will be back. read more
5 years ago
We only eat bbq when we know it's going to be good bbq! Sit at the bar and hang out with Maria, as her associates come by to check on us too! Maria is awesome, friendly, and she will explain the menu to you! My kind of restaurant! Started with the bbqueso fundido and this is a must! Never had this anywhere else and it's just fun to put together and eat! Meet our meats and ribs with very cheesy cauliflower and elote! We actually ordered the all beef and accidentally got upgraded to the meet our meats, so we're happy! Ribs bomb Brisket bomb Chicken bomb Pulled pork good They have 3 sauces and my favorite was the huli! Very cheesy cauliflower bomb! So bomb, I'm making this for the holidays! Elote bomb especially with the poblano sauce Must end with trying the housemade ice cream sandwiches! We were so full so we only got one flavor and we're happy we got the Oreo ice cream! Great restaurant and cool people! read more
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Carlo C.
Thank you for the review and the pictures!! It was so nice to meet…
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1 year ago
Food service and ambiance all off the charts. I wasn't expecting this to be how great it was but the meat was so soft and perfectly seasoned. The sides were inventive Abner was the best server we had on our whole trip. The music and decor just an amazing dining experience! 11 out of 10! read more
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Considering the fact that I've had food from them 2 times in the last 5 days, I guess you can say that I am in love with this restaurant. My first visit was amazing. All of the staff were welcoming and attentive the whole time I was there. I came here solo on a weekday afternoon for lunch and sat by the bar. I ordered bourbon sweet tea and the sausage sandwich w/waffle fries. The bourbon sweet tea was refreshing. The sausage sandwich was larger than I expected and the smokey flavor was excellent. The waffle fries are addicting, and I love their homemade white sauce. I kept dipping my fries in it. I really wanted dessert, but I was so stuffed from the meal. The second time I had Offset, I ordered delivery and we got the BBQ Bibimbap (with brisket), waffle fries, and chicken wings. The waffle fries were still as addicting as usual and the BBQ Bibimbap bowl was really good. I love the food, service, and I feel that the prices are extremely fair for everything you are getting. You gotta stop by this place and check it out for yourself. read more
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Carlo C.
Thank you so much Yvonne!! Cant wait for you to be back!
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2 years ago
First restaurant I've been to where everything was really good Special thanks to Maria for a truly delicious Thanksgiving dinner. I hope all the people in the neighborhood come out and support the good people at Offset BBQ. Yummy yummy yummy I got love in my tummy! Happy Thanksgiving to Doug and all Offset employees? read more
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Wow oh wow...so glad this place has a loyalty card. I ordered takeout because my husband was away. This BBQ joint is in my neighborhood and easy to walk to. I ordered and paid online. Process was seemless and my order was ready a few minutes ahead of schedule. I was met by two friendly people who had my order all ready to go. Got home and plated this bad boy. Ordered the Brisket Sammy with waffle fries. Came with two sauces...yum!!! This is definitely 5 stars restaurant. So excited that I found place when I was walking the dog. Gladly the start of beautiful relationship. read more
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Carlo C.
Wow Joneice! Thank you so much for your review! Your brisket toast…
2 years ago
Wasn't too busy on a Friday evening. Food came quick and was very good. Service was great as well, would definitely return. read more
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Carlo C.
Thank you Michael!!
2 years ago
Meet the meats platter with corn bread This was our first time trying offset and we are so impressed! the smoked sausage was incredible and went so well with the horseradish mustard. the server was SO kind and sweet. the drinks were amazing. their house beer was so refreshing. highly recommend. read more
2 years ago
Chicago native, but lived in Texas for a few years so I got to learn real bbq and the subtle - but very real - bbq nuances. This spot is top notch for food and service and definitely one of the better bbq joints in Chicago. Aside from the fact that the owner is a Pittsburgh Steelers fan (I won't hold that against him), every single meat option I had was excellent. Myself and a friend did the meat platter (pork, pulled chicken, sausage, brisket, corn bread, slaw), along with a 1/2 chicken and quarter slab of ribs. Not one meat morsel was even close to average; it was all flavorful, juicy, smokey, seasoned to perfection and the type of bite you just want to go slow with and let it live its best life in your mouth. The accompanying sauces were all fabulous as well. The show stopper for me was the 1/2 chicken. It had little pockets of juice under the well seasoned and crisped skin that exploded with each bite. We also had old-fashioned cocktails, espresso martinis and a "leaded strawberry lemonade" (lemonade/vodka mix). The strawberry lemonade mix is something special. It was all topped off with a banana ice cream/brownie/whip cream dessert. I can't even start to try and express that symphony of sweet deliciousness; you just need to get one and try it for yourself. Comes in its own little fire hot skillet. Incredibly good. Wonderful ambiance, wonderful smokey wood scent the second you walk in, great hostess, super cool owner, and still somewhat of a hidden gem - so if you go for lunch you will get some good seating, great service, and an incredible meal. Worth every single penny and the kind of food and service that makes you want to tip very well. Thank you. I will be back. ~ Lu. read more
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Cannot recommend this place enough! Great and amazingly friendly service, tasty ice cold margarita and really good food. Particularly like the cornbread. Lots of space and easy to get a table. Sounds like they have plans for more open windows and outdoor presence for the summer. Wish they had an option of a more vinegar based sauce but that's such a small comment. read more
As a native Texan I've had to suppress my BBQ cravings bc it's not easy to find on par places in the city and much less that are reasonably priced. Offset really knocked it out of the park, super generous portions, sides were delicious I did not expect the cauliflower to be that good. Ribs came right off the bone and had the perfect amount of sauce. I ordered take out and even though they didn't include napkins or silver ware the food was so great I had no problem using a rib bone as a utensil Lot of other items I want to try soon, excited to go back read more
First I will say the staff was excellent and the service was great. Everyone was super friendly, this review is purely based on the food. I started out with the brisket chili, it was good, nothing over the top, but definitely fine. Then we had the sampler platter with brisket, pulled pork, ribs and sausage. The brisket and pulled pork lacked flavor. I had to put a lot of BBQ sauce on them. The ribs were ok, a little dry but had decent flavor. The best thing was the sausage, I did enjoy that, it was flavorful and juicy. The cornbread was good and the fries were standard. Was just super disappointed in the pulled pork, brisket and ribs. Was hoping for more flavor without having to cover it in sauce. read more
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We loved this spot and will definitely be back with visitors. Food was tasty and solid portion sizes. The waffle pork nachos in particular was out of this world. Also highly recommend the ribs, brisket, sausage and the elote. There was ample street parking outside of the restaurant. Ambiance is fine-- it's just a restaurant, not trying to be anything more, which I appreciate! What really helps drive the 5 star rating, though, was the service. The manager came over the check we were happy with our food and our waitress was an absolute gem. She walked us through the gluten free options (of which they are plenty) and just had a very cheerful, personable attitude. read more
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1720 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
Humboldt Park, West Town
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