Tried Firewater BBQ and overall it was a great experience. The atmosphere is lively and the staff…read moreare super friendly and welcoming. Portions are huge--the pulled pork cheese fries alone could feed 5 people. The ribs were delicious and a standout. Brisket was a bit on the dry side but still tender, and the burnt ends were good (just avoid the fattier pieces). Jalapeño cheddar brat was one of my top favorites. Absolutely worth getting! My son also got the jumbo wings. He said they were OK weren't his top favorite. Sides really impressed--cornbread, coleslaw, and baked beans were all flavorful and worth it. Mac and cheese was creamy but a little bland. The employee that was taking our order was very helpful. He explained all of their different barbecue sauces that they have and went through detail explaining which one would be best with what type of meat so that was really nice and then he was super awesome and gave us all to try since we had such a wide variety of meats. Great spot for BBQ, especially if you're going with a group!

I've passed by this place often since it's in my area and this is my first time I decided I placed…read morean order to go on July 4th as we wanted some good bbq. I'm glad I called because they had holiday hours today and glad they mentioned they are stopping taking orders at a certain time and I was able to place an order to go. It's in a private parking lot in a strip mall type set up. Their location is in the corner end of the lot closest to the main road. As you walk in, you can smell the barbecue and looking around. It's a nice spacious place. They also have a bar along with a full arcade game room. When I came in to pick up my order, they were pretty quick. The staff was friendly in the place was clean. As I got home, I unloaded the food, it was cute. They wished me a happy Fourth of July of my to go bag. This is what we ordered: -Full slab barbecue pork ribs, it was nice and smoky. They served the type of ribs that you have to work on chewing it tear off the bone a bit. It's not fall off the bone, soft meat which I prefer myself. I requested the Chicago Sweet barbecue sauce which I like the flavor, but keep in mind. It does have a black pepper taste to it if you're sensitive to spicy. -half a pound of brisket we requested the fattier side of our order. It was very good soft and juicy. I would definitely get this again. -side of Mac and cheese, this was pretty good. I get it again. The noodles were soft and cheesy. Keep in mind. There's also a little heat spiciness if you like it like that. -mini corn dogs and fries kids menu, the corn dog was OK however I felt it was a bit overcooked a little too crunchy and the hotdog ended up being a bit dry and the fries had some good flavor, but for some reason, it was overcooked as well, someone in the reviews made a comment it could be twice fried fries that made it looked dark which I'd rather have it golden color not dark overcooked fresh cut fries. I give the place 4/5 stars service and how clean the place is inside. I would give my food order, 3/5 stars overall 3.5 stars.. Overall, it was OK barbecue not sure if it's because I ordered at the end of their day or not of certain dishes over a bit dry, fried/cooked... I'll have to come back here when they first open and dine in and update my review as I like bbq and support local businesses.

All Time Great BBQ Joint. That Smoke Flavor, is there, it's on Point! That Sauce, which is the…read moreBoss, is there! That Tender Love & Care is There! The Bird & The Brisket, is the ticket. To my Gen Z Youngins they aint Larping. To my Millenial Youngins they in the GOAT debate. To my Gen X Youngins they serious business like prime MJ & Scottie Pippen. To my Boomer Youngins they BBQ Heavyweights like Muhammad Ali. Love you Blackwood, Life is just better with some good BBQ.

Wanted to confirm that this place is CONSISTENT in terms of the quality of their service and…read more(delicious) the taste of their food. This time, I tried their Brisket Smashburger. It absolutely satisfied my cravings. If I had ONE suggestion for Blackwood BBQ (in Oakbrook, Illinois, specifically), it'd be to EXPAND their (indoor) dining area. This place can get PACKED, especially on weekends. The tables are pretty close together, so when this spot is BUSY, you can really begin to feel a bit suffocated and overstimulated, with all the people being all packed up tightly. Regardless, the food is delicious. It's worth the (temporary) discomfort (for those who choose to eat inside, as opposed to taking it to-go). It's worth mentioning that they DO have an outdoor dining area as well. Normally, I am a fan of sitting outdoors, but in this case, it was a stormy afternoon.

We were in the area so we decided to order food from here. The girl that was working the counter…read morewas extremely friendly. I ordered the jerk chicken breast sandwich which came with fries. I did enjoy the sandwich it was delicious and was on Texas toast. We also ordered the half chicken, which tasted really good. It had a nice char on it and lots of flavor. The half chicken also comes with fries and bread. The only thing I was not crazy about was the turkey rib tips. It was my first time ever trying them anywhere, normally I will get beef or pork.

Food is delicious!!! The owner and workers are very kind and respectful!!! This is the best…read morebarbecue place on this side of town!!! They are very clean and the atmosphere is great!!! The ribs and hot links are phenomenal!!!

I'm a bit confused by some of the reviews that state things have changed at Russell's (like the way…read morethe meat is or the BBQ sauce). I've been going since I was a baby (I'm now 50+). My parents and grandparents all went to Russell's. We don't live so close these days (1+ hr away), but still get out there a bit to fill the cravings. The way the meat is shaved and the (original) BBQ sauce is the same as it has ALWAYS been. It's always consistent. As for a comment about the floor being uneven? Neither myself nor my mother who uses a walking aid has ever noticed such a thing - regardless of room we're in. Now - I will say this - if you're expecting a 'normal BBQ joint' type of experience, Russell's may not be for you. That's not what it is. It definitely has its own way of doing things. Its own taste. But that's what's been so good for almost 100 years!!! However, they have recently added offerings to the menu to also appeal to that type of taste. New meats, new sides, new sauces. My opinion is you can find those things anywhere. But to enjoy some delicious nostalgia and great classics, try one of the original sandwiches (beef or pork), chicken, or ribs and douse it in that one-of-a-kind magical BBQ sauce. And don't skip fries - sop some sauce up with them too. Their coleslaw is as it has always been. Delicious with a generous sliced pickle to top it off. If you want to venture into newer offerings, do so. But if you want a similar nostalgic experience, it's not in newer sides and meals that weren't even on the menu in your childhood (which it seems like some people ordered while wondering why it wasn't the same). I think Russell's is staying true to their roots, while modernizing some additional offerings. I'm glad they're doing that and think they need to. But for me, I'm there for the classics. And I'm so glad they still exist. There's nothing comparable out there. And I've never found them to not be consistent in those areas. Kiddieland may be long gone - but I'm so glad the gem that Russell's is still exists in its original location (some other locations have come and gone over the years). I'm hoping it'll be there for new generations to continue to enjoy.

I went in to recapture childhood memories. As the saying…read moregoes: "You CAN'T go home again." The quality of the ribs was poor. Reminded me of low budget Sonny's in the south. The service is quick and friendly. None of the employees seems to be overjoyed to be there. The dining area has not changed much over decades. It has a warm and homey feel. It is not SMOQUE!

forth time ordering QBBQ. I'm from FL and was used to great BBQ but nothing comes close to Q-BBB's…read moreturkey. it melts in your mouth. seasoned perfectly. same with the ribs. they have their Hush Puppies down to perfection. But I could eat their turkey every day and never tire of it. great job guys. don't change a thing Yvette oak park

Mmmm. Not my favorite. The pork was fine & so we're the potatoes but not something I feel like I…read morewant to get again. The mac n cheese was an immediate no for me. It's already pretty dry so the addition of a ton of bread crumbs just doesn't make sense to me & I think it was corn bread (?) crumbs so it was like a sweet mac n cheese. Not my thing. The service however was good & I appreciated the persons help in deciding what to order. The theme inside is on par with what you'd expect. $20 for everything pictured & the pickles were free to help yourself. Maybe I just ordered the wrong things, not sure if I'd try again.

I can't believe they have been around for 4 years and this is my first time there…read more When we walked in I was concerned that no one was in the restaurant. In their defense it was 4:00 and the evening rush hadn't began. We were greeted by a lovely young lady (Nicki) We decided on 3 sandwiches so we could try a little of everything (or so we thought) 1. Brisket sandwich Amazing! Perfectly cooked, 6 options for BBQ sauces. Just a great sandwich. 2. Pastrami sandwich Spectacular! My personal favorite. If you're looking for a NY style Pastrami, then go to NY. This sandwich was a thick cut Chicago sandwich. Also, not a traditional mustard but a mustard dressing...fine by me because the Pastrami is all that matters. So juicy so flavorful, a fat man's (me) dream 3. Italian beef. I was almost full and picked at the beef...really good too...but I have to say their giardiniera is amazing. My only gripe with the beef was it didn't come out hot, it came out warm...I prefer hot WAIT THERE'S MORE!!! Halfway through our meal Nicki came by to check on us and DROPPED A COUPLE OF PIECES OF SKIRT STEAK on the table for us to try...no seasoning at all not even salt...its was sooooo good that I'm going to get the steak sandwich next time. Great food, great atmosphere, and great people It's a must have

The ambience is great. Casual and inviting. They have lots of cuts of meat to choose from. Choice…read moreand Prime to purchase to take home. I tried their two meat platter, ribs and brisket with a side of coleslaw and tater tot's. The ribs were good, very tasty. The brisket was really good. Both had a nice smoky flavor. The tater tots were delicious. I didn't care for the coleslaw. It was bland. Overall a great place for ribs and brisket.

We had our wedding reception at Golden Boy BBQ in Elmhurst, and we couldn't have asked for a better…read moreexperience. 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!

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

Came here for business lunch I ordered a tequila old…read morefashioned and it was solid 5/5 not over powering but delicious We then ordered the dry rub wings with a side of ranch 5/5 flavorful, cooked well and hot I ordered a chicken Cesar salad and it was a 3/5 it had more of a heavy pepper flavor which threw me off then I tried their Paloma and that was okay 3/5 heavy on the grapefruit Our server was good and attentive I would definitely come back

This was a cool little sports bar I came in during my Chicago trip. Southern / Texas themed, it is…read morelocated in the "restaurant row" near the Hilton I stayed. I came in for an early lunch, so it was kind of quiet. Coming after my meeting to recover from the business part of my trip, I had a couple of rounds of their Hop City beer, along a pulled pork sandwich and waffle fries. The meat was one seasoned and the barbecue sauce those sweet, had enough of a spicy kick. I'm leaving at three stars, not because it was bad, but rather tagging it with a placeholder list. I will definitely stop byI if I were in the area, certainly not or during a sporting event. I do believe they also have live music in the evenings.

I can't say enough good things about Squabs Gyros! I needed a last-minute catering order with less…read morethan 24 hours' notice, and they absolutely came through for me. I ordered two half trays each of their Greek potatoes and Greek rice, along with pita and tzatziki sauce. Everything was ready right on time and tasted incredibly fresh. The Greek potatoes were moist, tender, and packed with flavor, and the rice was fluffy and delicious. Most importantly, everyone loved the food. My only regret was ordering half trays instead of full trays because it disappeared fast! Fantastic food, great service, and they really helped me out in a pinch. Easy 5 stars. I'll definitely be going back to Squabs Gyros!

I ordered dinner for delivery, but unfortunately the order was delivered to the wrong house. I…read morecontacted the restaurant and spoke with the manager, who immediately apologized and looked into what had happened. He quickly confirmed that the driver had delivered the order to the wrong address. Not only was he professional and sincere in his apology, but he also went above and beyond by offering to remake the entire order and personally deliver it to my home. That level of customer service is rare and truly appreciated. The food was great, but the outstanding customer service is what really earned my loyalty. I will definitely be a repeat customer and highly recommend this restaurant!

This team showed up big time. I dealt with the owner directly and he was able to quickly answer my…read moreinquiry, while he was on a break at another festival. Who does that these days? He was fair in his pricing and sent an amazing crew to handle exactly what we needed. Not only did they make amazing food, they had amazing personalities to match. We used D&D for a private party in a neighborhood and they did not disappoint. Don't just look for them at festivals and out on the street, contact them today for private parties, weddings, whatever you've got. You will not be disappointed.

Food truck with good options, tasty food and quick service. The line was long but with staff coming…read moreout and handling orders before we got to the window, the line moved pretty quickly. Tacos were tasty. Prices as expected. Bonus points for being at ORD airside on Cinco De Mayo. Super fun.