49 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Oak Forest

“I got some rip tips and collard greens from here. Omg. The best I’ve had. You can taste the smoky flavor and the meat melts in your mouth it’s so tender. So glad I finally stopped in to try them out. Will definitely be a returning customer. Plain and simple…. The food is 🔥🔥🔥!! 15/10 definitely recommend!“

“I’m a cook, kudos to All out smoke Pit. The best rib tips , turkey tips and the balance of the food. Haven’t had Barbecue like this since Alice on 43rd between Wabash and Michigan Ave. Moreover Alice , there’s a new Queen and King of Barbecue. It’s the best! I have recommended their food to everyone I know. So far no disappointments!“

“excellent food and service“

“Me, my sister and my fav cousin seen this place on tiktok and decided to check them out. The drive from outwest Illinois to outsouth was worth it and will come back again. My ONLY ick is the cut of the ribtip they gave me. I like fat more than lean and my order had mostly end lean pieces.... The prices are decent and they are NOT stingy with the food. One more ICK only can pops that are over priced.“

“Was recommended this restaurant from a friend. The maple tree and did not disappoint. Made a reservation online easy. Their menu is awesome, simple and delicious. Crab cake was perfect! Our dinner was fantastic. We had trout and shrimp. They have the best banana pudding over crème brûlée. The coffee for an end cap was out of this world good!“

“Rib Tips are 🔥. Owners were pretty cool. I’ll definitely go back. 10/10“

“absolute fire brisket!! only complaint is I wish I lived closer to try more of the menu!! Definitely a true pitmaster here!!!“

“Love this place!!! Forever“

“Food was over all nice tasting, service was good too. Bread could have been warmer,. Baklava, fillet mignon kabab entrée and hummus were fresh and delicious. Entrées need homemade sauces and not commercial hot sauce or Sriracha sauce. My tabbouleh had gravels in it, could not eat it.“

“Great great food!
And one of the best BBQ sauces I love.
The rip tips are great.
The ribs are great.
The pulled pork is great.
I love the garlic bread wiith there home BBQ sauce on it.
They use teal.oak wood for the pit to smoke the meat.
I have been going there for 15 years or 16 yesrs, always happy there.
Looks great on the outside and lots of kool antiques decorating the inside.
Go try it, you will love it.

Kid-friendliness: Yes kid friendly“

“I went here as a recommendation and came out a huge fan! The sauce is perfect and everything was cooked to perfection! It was even better seeing some of my former students serving and killing it! I truly recommend Lexington Betty Smokehouse!“

“it's all good to me, havnt had anything bad yet“

“This is my favorite place to eat , great prices , they have items on the menu that u can’t get anywhere else like the pork tenderloin dinner , it’s huge, double pork chop dinner around 20 bucks take you all day to eat it . Cowboy ribeye on the weekends is great ! I think I’ve been there like 25 times , staff is nice , owners are good people , they treat me like a regular“

“Got food tonight it was hot and fresh. Beans are a little spicy but very good food. I like this location better than others in the area!“

“All around great food, great atmosphere..“

“Excellant tasting food, and I was a Sous Chef at Chez Paul in the early eighties . I totally know my mixtures and taste relation! This establishment has it together. God Bless the retired Fireman and Police officer! There is no better tasting Rib House around the South Side than 911 ! GENTLEMEN the rib tips are heavenly!?“

“FOOD WAS AMAZING … CLEAN AND FRIENDLY.. ❤️❤️🙌🏼🙌🏼“

“The food was excellent . The customer service was very good,.They were nice , and very polite. Definitely will go back again.“

“we had the best lunch at the Patio, a great burger and my companion tried the italian beef. the best part was the great service, after ordering at the counter, they bring everything to your table. The tables are so clean, and we met Teo who was clearing tables. He does a great job, the atmosphere was comfortable and immaculate. we will return soon!“

“Place is 🔥! They have great customer service, and I would highly recommend this place to anybody. Especially if you’re looking for some good BBQ!!!“

“I need to know where you get your chicken fingers from lol“

“I see so many mixed reviews here. My experience was just 06/17/25; I had been wanting to try the Alsip location. I never go right away when a new restaurant opens, I let them get the “kinks” worked out first. Alsip has been open for quite sometime; and I just had my 1st visit 06/17/25. I was greeted immediately ✅; ordered my food as a carry out; very pleasant staff✅; ordered 1 meat, 1 side; when I got home, and ate my food; it was DELICIOUS ✅😋. I had pulled pork, and the mac & cheese. I’ll be back again“

“Hands down the best, excellent proportions, and the sauce is to die for, also price is reasonable.“

“Let me start off by saying, I rock with this place!! I’ve been going for years since the smaller location. The customer service on this experience was HORRIBLE!! I asked for extra sauce on my Jumbo tip and link combo, small turkey tip, and 6 wings ($55). When the cashier relayed the request to the lady who was preparing the food she got a real crappy attitude like I was asking for too much. I guess because they were almost closing. I asked her what she said and she went all off. “I wasn’t talking to you I was talking to her!” I asked what her name was and she refused to give it to me. No name tags present or I wouldn’t have asked. Then she directed me to the manager who was also preparing food for any concerns that I may have. I asked the manager Nivia Battle (I think that’s what she said) was she required to give me her name. She said no. Her attitude was crappy as well. Just negative energy behind the glass. Except for the cashier. I also told the that they need to improve their customer service and that I WILL BE BACK!! I have no complaints about my order at all. Food was great!!! They just need to get someone back there that’s actually going to do their job without being so nasty.“

“Love the ribs and rib tips. Bold flavor. Tender meats. Exsenator's BBQ in Markham, Illinois, is a hidden gem that every barbecue enthusiast should experience. Their hickory-smoked ribs are tender and flavorful, embodying authentic barbecue perfection. The hot links offer a delightful spice, and the smoked chicken is consistently juicy and well-seasoned. Complementing the meats, sides like creamy mac and cheese and crispy coleslaw enhance the meal. The portions are generous, providing excellent value. The friendly, family-run atmosphere adds to the charm, making each visit memorable. For those seeking genuine, mouthwatering barbecue, Exsenator's BBQ is a must-visit destination.

Parking: Huge parking lot“

“This is one of the best Bar and Grill I've been to in a long time. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was fabulous. I would recommend Bernice's to anyone! Thank you for hosting my dad's 80th birthday celebration“

“Was pleasantly surprised with our early dinner meal today (President's Day) at Longhorn in Orland Park (on LaGrange).

Atmosphere was good, seating comfortable and service good.

I had a great value....8 oz Renegrade Sirloin, loaded baked potato, and mixed green salad. And complimentary table bread.

Sure...Sirloin is not a top cut, but this was juicy, tasty, and quite satisfying. The surprise was that large, well prepared potato and large mixed salad...all included in the $19 price.

For those preferring a smaller portion, you can choose the 6 oz option, plus all the above extras.....FOR $16.

THAT'S A GREAT DEAL.

We'll be back again and try another selection soon !“

“Catered Nick's in Tinley Park for a Grad Party. Everything was great! Food was delicious, delivered on time and generous portions for a great price! Highly recommend!!“

“Delicious! Me and my family love this place. Everything on the menu is good. Bbq sauce and fries are good. Ribs are not too salty like other places. I really like the steak burger with char boiled flavor. Very friendly staff. Family business. Made with love and Worth the wait! I highly recommend!“

“Food and drink- awesome - awesome!“

“Best food and very clean! I highly recommend 👍👍👍“

“My first time trying this joint and it was delicious. My husband and I decided to try this spot real quick for lunch and the wait was a little long but definitely worth it. The rib tips lunch combo was nice and hot and the meat fell right off the bone ! I was like wow this is so fire! ?“

“Amazing food!! This place is small with only a few tables but it was clean and service was great! I had the super good Chicken shawarma with rice and a salad, it came with pita as well. The husband's brisket was delicious and so was the falafel! We will definitely stop here again when we are in the area!“

“The sauce is outstanding. Will return and I highly recommend“

“My sisters and I stopped in yesterday afternoon. Been coming here for quite some time. We were there in July and enjoyed a delicious Italian beef combo. It was served on great Italian bread and the au jus was plentiful and tasty. Second best beef I’ve ever had. Sad to say our stop yesterday was not so good. They changed the sandwich, now served on toasted hoagie bun with a little cup of au jus. Very dry. My sister had a meatball sandwich, also dry. We won’t be looking forward to stopping by anytime soon. Go back to the old recipes, please.“

“Love it good look fast delivery and good service“

“we were at a wedding that had an after party that was changed at the last minute to this bar. Our bar tender Odette, was amazing. She handeled the whole party of 50+ with such grace and ease. The service at this bar is exceptional. Thank you for making the night fantastic for our group!“

“Big Joe has catered 2 events at St Laurence high school for our football program! The food has been amazing! The pork and brisket are absolutely perfect. And I could not get enough of the smashed potatoes! I can’t wait for the next event! Thanks for a great meal!!“

“She has the best soul-food that I have ever tasted in my entire life. Everything was cooked to perfection. Every bite was so savory, satisfying, appetizing, delectable, scrumptious, mouth-watering & internally fulfilling. I couldn't even share my food with anyone else. #WrightwoodElementary is the school that she catered food for.? ?❤️???? “

“We have been going here since it opened and it never disappoints. We love the wide variety of meat and the fact that you can do kbbq and hotpot at the same time. Truly a place to enjoy food. 😁“

“Great prices on everything And flavor is spot on the best“

“Great food! Highly recommend“

“Great food and great customer service“

“The food was amazing. I really enjoyed every bite. Love the service and the concept. Their whole family is in there getting it. I love it.“

“Ate here tonight and the food was wonderful. We had jerk turkey tips, jerk salmon and shrimp, yam, greens, cabbage, Mac and cheese and fried rice. Everything was tasty, hot, freshly made and spicy. The ladies were super friendly, helpful and provided great service. We will definitely be back to try other items. Ask about the specials that aren’t in the regular menu. Yum!“