I would never have stopped by had a fiend not told me about it. It is kind of out of the way. Boy, I am glad I did! Excellent barbecue, great customer service. Been back three times since. Highly recommended! read more

Perhaps the best BBQ I've ever had. We lucked out and were staying in the adjacent RV park and decided by default to eat here. The brisket was practically melt in your mouth. We didn't love the baked beans or green beans sides. Both were pretty lacking in flavor. The $1 add-on sides are well worth it. (Other places would just charge the extra $1 whether you want the fancier sides or not.) Get the fried pickles. They're wedges, which usually aren't my favorite, but these are amazing! And the staff was super friendly and helpful. The cherry on top! Also, a note on Covid--they disinfected, closed off many tables, and we felt very safe. read more

I dont go to Illinois often but for this place i do cause theres no good fast bbq anywhere in stl

Fan-tas-tic! Upon walking in the aromas hit you and don't let go, you quite literally start wondering about all the possible combinations of meats to sauces offered at Sawmill. We were warmly greeted by the counter staff who took our order and explained how things worked (since our marveled stares at the wall with the menu flagged us as first timers). The pulled pork was GREAT. Tender and savory the meat mashed perfectly with the hot and regular BBQ sauces provided at the table. The brisket ... oh the brisket. It is usually a cut of meat I don't go for but I am some glad I ordered it. Absolutely top knotch! Will definitely come back! read more

4 different yummy homemade sauces. Delicious sides for pork, brisket, chicken, Turkey or fish! Very friendly waitstaff. Homey atmosphere. Plus BEER and WINE! After 8 hours of traveling it was like Heaven. read more

The food was amazing! Don't expect fancy, but really when you are wanting BBQ do you want fancy? The wait staff was above and beyond friendly! We were just driving through and found ourselves hangry! So happy we accidentally stopped here! You will not be disappointed! read more

Top notch barbecue for a cheap barbecue price. 100% recommend to anyone in the area. Relaxed atmosphere. Tender and flavorful meats. Couldn't ask for anything more. read more

OH MY GOSH.....I don't know what else to say!! This little gem was some of the BEST BBQ we've ever had.....and we travel around to try BBQ!! Meat was delicious with a Smokey and savory taste to it. The ribs were super tender. The pulled pork great and had a good crust to the edges. The special of the day was a Brisket Philly and it was a huge sandwich with rich flavors! The next time we come through St Louis, this will DEFINITELY be a stop! read more

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Very fast. The ribs are very tasty, the baked beans are outstanding and the cole slaw was a great blend of creamy and tangy.

One of St.Louis's hidden gems !! I hope that tit Guy Fieri doesn't find it. Excellent place read more

Sawmill BBQ - 3 meat combo - Barbeque Near Me - Cahokia, Illinois

This is my second time coming here, my husband used to work nearby and brought me here last year after one of my stepdaughters games and I loved it. Tonight she had another game in Dupo and we both already had sawmill in mind for supper. I have a huge appetite and could not finish the massive salad with pulled chicken on it very good food and even friendlier staff. 12/10 def recommend read more

The service was great. The restaurant was decorated very cute . Very much in theme to what the restaurant was serving. The BBQ was okay . I say this because the brisket was really dry . Taste very good but the dryness took away from the flavor. The sauces were fair, hot sauce had a mild heat , sweet had good flavor , mustard tasted just like yellow mustard :(. The onion rings were good , my husband loved the mushrooms with horseradish . I did try my husbands pulled pork sandwich and it was really good . read more

Sawmill BBQ - Beef Brisket , onion rings , beer battered mushrooms - Barbeque Near Me - Cahokia, Illinois

Super nice people - family owned and operated. Always great service and their food is always delicious!

Another visit to a great place. This is a fantastic dining establishment. Always a friendly face and good food. Today's lunch was ribs with baked beans and applesauce. The ribs were tender and juicy, the baked beans were full of flavor, and the apple sauce was amazing, wasn't expecting chunky and it was a nice surprise. Always a great place to eat. read more

After touring the country for three weeks, stopping here was an unexpected delight!!! Had filet with shrimp topping and white sauce, red potatoes and green beans. Perfectly done steak, tasteful spiced shrimp. Even the Texas toast was perfect and crunchy. Although an "order and sit/takeout style", staff came to the table to see what we thought of the food. A sure hidden treasure in this area outside town. read more

Stopped in for lunch while I was I. Town for work. Great customer service and exceptional bbq with a variety of sauces to choose from. The green beans are amazing! read more

Brisket, ribs and potato salad were impeccable! The baked beans could've stood to have a bit more acidity to them but that is my only complaint of the whole experience! The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly read more

Awesome bbq spot!! Great ribs and bbq sauce! And their Mac and cheese bites.... To die for! Plus super amicable and quick service !

while staying at the rv park, we ate at the sawmill, enjoyed the meats and most of the sides. service was good and friendly. the only thing was the potatoe salad , not to our taste. enjoyed the experience read more

We're on an RV trip and stopped at the RV park where Sawmill is located. We usually cook for ourselves but last night I was glad we chose to try Sawmill. The owners and staff were very welcoming. They've created a very kitchy farm themed place that's cool to look at during the short wait for the great food. My wife had a combination platter of brisket and pulled pork. I had the ham steak. All the meats were well seasoned and smoked. Our sides were good as well. I had baked beans and fried corn nuggets. Not good for you but plenty tasty. We also tried the fried Mac and cheese, which was fine but really, isn't m&c fine without the fry? All in all Sawmill was an enjoyable experience. Try it! read more

Sawmill BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Cahokia, Illinois

Super convenient if you're staying at the nearby RV Park and excellent food. From the delicious beef brisket to the yummy nachos, we would go back the next time we're in the area for sure! read more

This place is a gem. Absolutely great food and value. Prices are very reasonable given the quality and quantity. Every BBQ dish is great. I usually try whatever meat special they are pushing. Warning: the pork steaks are humongous. So many great sides to choose from (although they do run out from time to time). They have some of the best sweet potato fries. The corn nuggets and Mac and cheese bites are also some favorites. This place is in a campground, but in Cahokia/Sauget IL, which is the last place I expect to find a campground, so the whole experience of coming to this place is odd. It used to be barely a room of a building, but their great food is the basis of their success and they keep adding on. You'll wonder how you ever found this place, but you'll be glad you did. It's a must try. read more

Had the bbq brisket sandwich and OMGawd the portions are huge the baked beans had brisket pieces and complimented the whole meal nicely. The in-house bbq is delicious. Honestly don't know what else to say. If you are having issues about finding where to eat you at least have to try this once and I bet that you will go back again! read more

Great choice to eat. Felt very home cooked with heart. Had the chicken strip sandwich with coleslaw and potato salad, absolutely zero complaints. read more

Amazing little place in Cahokia Illinois. I had the beef brisket with two sides and it was really good. The place is rustic and the food is amazing. Will go back soon. read more

This was my first visit to Sawmill since the new owner took over. I'm happy to say that the high quality standard is still in place, and there's actually a couple enhancements including better beers available (IPAs) and some awesome daily specials. The Sawmill Cuban is delicious. Be sure the try the White BBQ sauce (horseradish base). read more

AMAZING FOOD & SERVICE!! Nachos and salads are huge! Yummy barbecue options. Definitely try the BBQ vinaigrette! The brisket and pulled pork platter was also amazing! Fried pickles are pickle spears and will not disappoint. Can also enjoy a cold beverage! Highly recommend! read more

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We were visiting the St. Louis area, and found the Sawmill BBQ on Yelp. We could smell the aroma of BBQ in the parking lot. The restaurant is clean & casual, with each table equipped with plenty of napkins and four types of sauces. The napkins come later! We had the pulled pork, ribs and chicken. The ribs were to die for and the rest of the meats, sides and bread were delicious. Plenty of food for the price and went great with the atmosphere. The place is owned / run by a husband & wife team. They were very attentive and very nice to talk to. This BBQ gem is worth the stop --- we're going back! read more

Had dinner there this evening and the everything was great. Service, food, and pricing. With 3 sauces, Hot, Sweet, and Mustard you've got all the sauces covered and the meat was savory. Go for the BBQ but be also amazed at the charming antique farming equipment hanging in the ceiling with some really unusual farm pieces. A different place to eat, promise you! read more

After a lovely morning at the Botanical Gardens, we decided to cross the Missouri State Line for some pulled pork, beef brisket, and smoked turkey at Sawmill BBQ. Pulling into a small gravel parking lot behind the cute clapboard structure, we became ravenous as we caught the aroma of caramelized smoke rolling from the side porch where the meats were being prepared. We piled in the door and quickly examined the bright chalkboard, finally choosing pulled pork sandwiches, a combo platter, corn fritters, baked beans, sweet potato fries, mac and cheese fritters, and tall glasses of sweet tea. We opted for seating on the screened porch, and sampled the sauces on the table. There were three house sauces available for drenching our smoked goodies: a sweet sauce redolent of sage and black pepper, a hot sauce with a sweet vinegary bite, and a mustardy yellow sauce. Based on the selection of sauces, we contemplated the idea that Sawmill was a crossroads barbecue place, with Carolina, Memphis, and Kansas City influences clearly clamoring for space at the table. We preferred the hot sauce, as the sweet sauce's flavors were unbalanced, the burnt floral flavors of the sage too pronounced. Our baskets were soon brought to the table, and we savored the chewy black edges of the pulled pork penetrated with smoke, the tender beef brisket, and the turkey breast, also enjoying the pillowy crunch of the fries and the sweetness of the corn fritters. The spunky ladies who took our order continually filled our glasses with strongly brewed sweet tea, and their genuine kindness alone would be enough to make us visit again. Too bad the beer didn't also come with free refills! The porch leant itself to lingering, with its comfortable bar chairs and light breezes. While Sawmill did not serve the best barbecue I have ever tasted, they provided a filling, comforting lunch in a casual, congenial setting. Thanks to everyone for making our smoked visit memorable. read more

I cannot believe I lived in St. Louis and never tried this place out. Sawmill BBQ is truly the hidden gem as far as BBQ goes. It competes on par with Pappy's and has a lot more of a mom and pop feel to it. Make the journey across the river and try this place out! Plus, it's conveniently located next to the Alton & Southern Yard in East St. Louis. read more

Sawmill BBQ - Pulled pork sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Cahokia, Illinois

Not as cheap as advertised but good food and worth visiting if you are in the area.

Average price. Quick & friendly service. I had the special which was 1/2 chicken & 2 sides today. It was very good, cooked properly, juicy, with crispy skin. The home made chips were warm & seasoned well. I was surprised that there were only 2 types of bbq sauce. read more

We are staying at the RV Park next door so decided to give this place a try. We are from the Pacific Northwest, so we definitely are NOT authorities on BBQ but we really enjoyed our meal. I had a pulled pork sandwich, baked beans and potato salad. All were delicious! The pulled pork sandwich had so much meat that I felt like I had enough for two full sandwiches. My husband had the brisket and the same sides as me. He also loved the food. The restaurant was clean, staff was friendly, food came out fast and hot! If we are ever back this way we will eat here again for sure. read more

Great place. They have started serving Pork steak everyday come hungry if you get it the portion is large. Also have them go light on the sauce it's good but I recommend putting your own sauce on. The sides are great have had potato salad, beans, fried pickles, salad, pasta salad, fries and chips. All are great. This is not Texas BBQ. But it is worth the trip! read more

Best pulled pork for miles around. We had the nachos and they were dynamite! We had some ribs and hands down they beat the ribs we had yesterday in Kansas City. Exceptional food and service. read more

This place sits on an RV parking lot. It was about a 20 minute drive from STL and easy to get to. I liked dining area with the old timey decoration. The food was good as I was in the mood for bbq so this hit the spot. Worth a visit and I'll visit again. read more

Sawmill BBQ - Rib special - Barbeque Near Me - Cahokia, Illinois

Excellent service, great food and quality of menu items. Beef Daddy is awesome and so are the pork nachos.

Great BBQ across the river from downtown, friendly staff and looks popular with locals as well, good brisket and pulls pork. The kids meal hamburger is huge, adult size. read more

Sawmill BBQ - This is the kids cheeseburger - Barbeque Near Me - Cahokia, Illinois

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This great little place would definitely qualify as a dive. It definitely looks a little shady, being attached to an RV Park and having a totally tetanus-worthy bouncy animal ride outside. But upon walking in the door, you could tell we were in the right place. Some of the rooms were actually a little smoky (not from tobacco... from the meat smoker). The walls were mainly made of reclaimed wood and corrugated metal. Our booths were reclaimed bus seats. Just a very cool vibe overall. After looking at their huge menu, I decided to order the Pig Daddy (a sandwich with pulled pork, hot links, and bacon) with baked beans and sweet potato fries. Everything was delicious. The baked beans were closer to traditional baked beans than bbq beans, but they were still full of smoked pork. The sweet potato fries were thin, crispy and sweet. There didn't seem to be a lot of other choices in Cahokia besides fast food, so we were delighted to have stumbled upon this blast. read more

Sawmill BBQ - Pig Daddy, with sweet potato fries and baked beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Cahokia, Illinois

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