Earl's BBQ

4835 N Austin Ave, Chicago
(773) 628-7870

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Xaimita Buchonita

In the past 6 months everytime I come here, the service gets worse, the portions get smaller, the quality of the food gets worse and the prices keep going up and up. One day I’ll pay $23, next week it’s $26 then it’s $28 (especially if Amanda is at the register I always pay extra) anyway, I came here last Saturday night and got food poisoning, from now on I’m going to Smoke Daddy on Divison street. Same price but the quality at Smoke Daddy is 1000 times better and w/o the attitude of disgruntled employees!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

WHITE KNIGHT

If you are looking for true authentic barbecue this is the place. While I enjoy the ribs my personal favorite is the wing and rib tip combo. The flavor and tenderness are incredible. The barbecue sauce here is amazing rich and perfectly balanced with that homemade taste you cannot fake. Everything is fresh satisfying and cooked with real care. Whenever I am in the mood for genuine barbecue this is my go to spot. I would definitely recommend Earls BBQ to anyone who has a real taste for barbecue. You will not be disappointed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

wiktor sieczko

I dropped my food, they gave me a new plate for free and were super nice about it. It tasted great too. 100 % recommended.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Roberto Di Domenico

Been here a handful of times now and in the middle of my meal I felt compelled to leave a review of how stellar this place is. This quality of barbecue for under $40 is insane. I’ll keep coming back until I can’t fit through the door!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork, Original BBQ, Mac \u0026 Cheese, Brisket, Fries

DavidLiebehart

best BBQ in Chicago. Hands down!! Cant beat it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Roman

Delicious brisket sandwich! Tender and tasty! I will be back when I’m the area again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jacqueline Gibson

Great customer service 👏 food was hot and flavorful. I had a lunch special which consistent of brisket sandwich, delicious 😋 Mac and cheese 🧀 and wine pop! All was great and the guy at the register was so nice and helped me choose. The only downfall is there's no public restroom. There also isn't one around there. I enjoyed the Memphis bbq sauce and Georgia! I would definitely recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nelson Irizarry

I keep trying this place since it’s close to my house but this last time is the final
Time. The meats there are just fatty,not smoked,and just don’t taste great. There’s another place a little further from me that is well
Worth the drive for amazing bbq food.

Carol Hyden

Best brisket we have had since we lived in Texas. Tender and tasty . Ribs also good.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 5

John S.

A classic spot in the neighborhood, look no further for local BBQ

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Chris

Solid spot. It isn't the best BBQ you'll ever have but it's decent, fast, and consistent. My favorite quick eat in the area

Rachel Saenz

I ordered 3 item platter on grub hub. Only received 2 items. I paid extra $1 to upgrade third item to brisket. Never received my 3rd item. They refunded me the dollar upcharge only. They have gotten very cheap with portions but price has gone up substantially.

Joe Carey

Only reason they not 5 star. Had a run of dry chicken 🐔

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Kelly Cowan

Stood there first in line for about 10 minutes and the girl did not take outer order helped drive thru etc whom arrived after us. Guy packaging orders looked embarrassed and came to help us. Nice guy but that girl should rethink her job.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

Jordan Magsby

The beans aren’t baked beans they’re pinto beans with bacon and the ribs taste like baked ribs don’t waste your time or money

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 3

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