Best BBQ in Chicago

What a great barbecue place in Rogers Park! We’ve been looking for a good barbecue place that was near to us in Evanston since Smiley Brothers closed This place is the real deal! The food is terrific, the smoker is right on premises, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was a good vibe. Can’t wait until Spring time when the patio opens up in the back! We enjoyed our chicken, pulled pork and brisket! The sites were delicious, the macaroni and cheese and barbecue beans were very tasty. The cornbread was out out of this world! Do not miss the cornbread. AJ makes a great old-fashioned, our waitress. Evelyn was fantastic and Will stopped by to tell us about the new menu that will be coming out soon to include brunch. This will truly be a place I’ll come back to over and over again! The food is as good as the pictures look!

A very nice cozy spot. Plenty of seats with a great bar to sit at and watch some games. Great drinks and smoked food with perfect portions. Food was definitely delicious and not over smoked at all. Plenty of flavor. Burnt end platter with Mac was perfect. Wings didn't need sauce on them. Owners and everyone there make sure you taking care of. Definitely stop by

Bull and Barrel on Western and Howard is a great neighborhood spot with a lively, welcoming vibe. The atmosphere strikes a nice balance between laid-back and energetic, making it an easy choice whether you’re stopping in for drinks or settling in for a full meal. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the place feels well run even when it’s busy. The menu offers solid comfort food options, and everything comes out fresh and well prepared. Pair that with a good drink selection and you’ve got a spot that works for casual nights out, game days, or meeting up with friends. Overall, Bull and Barrel delivers a dependable, enjoyable experience and is definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area.

First time here on 4/8/26! I really loved their homemade corn bread with special butter, Mac and cheese, coleslaw for the sides! I got a half chicken with their home bbq sauce..nice sweet and tangy. Loved their Sangria too. Wished I stopped by sooner and was jamming to the salsa and cumbia’s playing. It felt very welcoming for LGBTQ peeps too. Awesome new addition to West Ridge and hope they stay!