Earl's BBQ
4835 N Austin Ave, Chicago
(773) 628-7870
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I've been eyeing this place foe a while and I think I'm my head I was expecting an amazing experience. The food was descent but it all came out cold. The prices were reasonable if only the food could have came out warm. It's a cute place inside with tables and seats and a sink to wash your hands.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Earls BBQ: A Mixed Plate
Earls BBQ offers a fairly standard BBQ experience, with some hits and misses. The service was a definite highlight; the woman at the counter was friendly and efficient. Unfortunately, the food itself was a bit uneven.
I ordered the mac and cheese, which was undeniably creamy and enjoyable. However, it definitely needed a boost of seasoning to really shine. The pulled pork was a solid choice – tender and flavorful. On the other hand, the brisket was disappointing. It was dry and lacked the robust, salty savoriness you expect in a good brisket. A little more seasoning and attention to moisture would have made a world of difference.
Overall, Earls BBQ is a decent option if you're in the area and craving some BBQ. The mac and cheese and pulled pork are worth trying, but be cautious with the brisket. With a few tweaks to their seasoning and cooking methods, Earls could easily elevate their offerings.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicago Hot
Place is a joke. Hopefully they get your order right because if not and you call the promise you a free meal and when you go get it they say that they did not say that. I ordered a 3 meat platter and didn't get the pulled pork. I called within 10 minutes and darcey said I would get the 3 meat meal free ,the manager was there when the lady asked. I was happy till I wet back a week later. I've recommended this place before not any more. Dude still wanted to charge me . Never again.i wouldn't of drove back for some of the food i was told I would get the whole order.zero star service.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Called Friday for order pick up on Sunday.. was told Friday “we prefer orders ahead of time so they’re ready” show up Sunday at targeted time.. only to be greeted with “I don’t have your order here..” was given a sorry call taker didn’t place order in the system.. it’ll be ready in 20 mins.. how do you rate your own time?? Hope it’s good
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Expensive with long wait times. Flavors are great, probably the best in the neighborhood, but nowhere near the best in the city.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
No change for $100 bill
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I stopped coming here because they keep messing up my order. This is the 3rd time in a row they’ve not given me part of my order. Had me wait on hold for 4 minutes so I hung up, when I tried calling back straight to mailbox that’s full. DO BETTER! Answer the phone!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Had the chicken wings they were absolutely dry and burnt I believe they may even have Friday instead of barbecuing them just horrible
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 5
Small and quiet place, ideal for enjoying a good smoke
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Brisket tacos are my favorite
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Fantastic platter and sides. Really honest friendly service. The tiramisu shake was delicious. So full and happy!
Parking: About 4 or 5 spots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Sauces, Burger, Original, Carolina, Baked Beans, Brisket, Chicago Hot
This was my 3rd time ordering from here. First two times the food was amazing. I always order the rib tips. Today I did the same. Ordered takeout. Got home about 10 minutes away & the fries which I've ordered before with the rib tips were cold & hard. The rib tips majority of the tips were dry & hard. Very disappointed.
Food: 1
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fries
Some of the best barbeque around! Being from the south, I tend to be super picky about my bbq. This place always hits the spot - I make a drive out to this place at least once a month. Added bonus- they have Cheerwine on tap and the BEST donuts!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Donuts, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Brisket
love this place but none of their online ordering options works. call the place and it goes straight to an automated message saying their inbox is full. y'all gotta fix that.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Good food, but how are you out of fries and corn bread?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: BBQ Sauces, Large Brisket Sandwich, Sandwich, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Brisket
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