21 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Vernon Hills

Smokin' Deal BBQ Barbecue •
1000 Butterfield Rd Suite 1007, Vernon Hills

“I was the lucky one to win a red envelope from BBQ Productions & Station 51 Truck Co Bar & Grill. Jeff was amazing & extremely helpful! I freakin love my Louisana Founder Series Smoker! Thank you!!!!!“

5 Superb220 Reviews
Real Urban Barbecue Barbecue • $$
1260 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills

Customers` Favorites

14 Hour Smoked and Sliced Brisket
Hour Smoked & Sliced Brisket
Baby Back Ribs - Half Slab
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Hour Smoked Pulled Pork
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Sweet Potato Souffle
Burnt Ends Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
BBQ 3 Meat Combo

“I've gone here multiple times with my parents for lunch and they've eaten here many more times than that. The day after my mother passed away my father and I came here for lunch after starting to deal with necessary arrangements. My father mentioned my mother's passing and everyone there was beyond nice and comforting. Christine (owner, manager?) came over and spent at least 20 minutes talking to us and encouraging a good mood in my father. She couldn't have been nicer and even offered some help for the shiva that was absolutely above and beyond. We're always happy with the food, but I can't possibly express how much I think of the people at Real Urban BBQ“

4.1 Good309 Reviews
Big Ed's BBQ Barbecue • $$
651 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan - 8.1 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Burnt Ends Brisket Mac N Cheese Coleslaw and Cornbread Muffin
Pulled Pork with Half Rack of Ribs Baked Beans & Ray Mac
Mini Rib Tips with Fries
BBQ Nachos with Brisket
Beef Brisket Sandwich
Pulled Pork Sammich
Big Eds BBQ Sauces
Burnt End Sammich
Brisket Sammich
Mashed Potatoes

“First time and definitely NOT our last. The spot was hopping and we could see why! The staff was warm and welcoming and gave us great recommendations. I think I left my fork spinning on the plate. Best BBQ I have had in ages! And meeting Big Ed was the topper! Came out making sure everyone was enjoying. THAT is top class and for sure demonstrates how the Chef stands behind his food, brand and name. 11/10 on everything! Thank you!!!“

4.7 Superb388 Reviews
Chicago Culinary Kitchen + BBQ Barbecue • $$
2391 N Hicks Rd, Palatine - 6.75 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Sticky Ribs Pulled Pork Corn Bread
The Big Hoss 40oz Tomahawk Ribeye Steak
The Big Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Oklahoma Onion Cheeseburger
Back Alley Sticky Ribs
Oklahoma Onion Burger
Mexican Street Corn
PB\u0026J Pig Wings
Pastrami Beef Ribs
Texas Sausage Link

“The brisket was the best part; then the pudding bread, rib tip Mac & cheese and Sausage. The sticky sprouts are the cherry on top. I saved the 3 pcs of Pig Candy for when I get home.“

4.7 Superb310 Reviews
Smokin BBQ on 45 Barbecue • $
428 N Lake St, Mundelein - 2.96 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork w Sauce on the Side
Rib Tip and Hot Link Sausage
Catfish Fillet with Fries
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Two Meat Combo Plate
Baked Mac and Cheese
Macaroni and Cheese
Brisket Sandwich
Cornbread Muffin
Peach Cobbler

“If you understand BBQ-- REAL good BBQ takes time to smoke to a tender, juicy, pinky, perfect flavor. You need to have a great deal of patience and skill. Lee and Danita have that gift in their soul so you have to wait for all that goodness to be assembled for your dining experience. Sit and talk after placing your order be patient and you won't EVER be disappointed.“

4.7 Superb143 Reviews
BBQ'd Productions Barbecue • $$
34121 US-45, Grayslake - 8.41 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hot Link and Burnt End Combo
Chicago's Baby Back Ribs
Smoked Chicken Wings
Moo and Oink Burger
Macaroni and Cheese
Mama's Bread Pudding
And 1 2 BBQ Nachos
Burnt End Burger
Mashed Potatoes
Alabama White

“I went to barbecue productions for the first time yesterday and Annette was so sweet and welcoming. I had a lot of questions and she was very helpful didn’t answering them with a big smile on her face. She is the best, and the food was delicious!“

4.5 Superb215 Reviews
Test Kitchen BBQ Barbecue • $
3150 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan - 8.76 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken with Collard Greens
Corn Fritters French Fries
Turkey Tips Pulled Pork
Medium Spare Rib Basket
X-Large Rib Tip Basket
Large Spare Rib Basket
Pulled Pork Dinner
Lean Brisket Plate
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Chicken Sandwich

“I have stopped in twice in the last week and I’ve been blown away both times! The food is phenomenal. It’s also priced reasonably. The staff and the owner are so friendly and welcoming. It’s a great environment and a fabulous meal.“

4.5 Superb173 Reviews
bb.q Chicken Arlington Heights Barbeque • $
4216 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights - 6.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Galbi Boneless Cheesling
Chicken Wings with Fries
Golden Original Boneless
Secret Spicy Boneless
Korean Fried Chicken
Secret Spicy Chicken
Galbi Whole Chicken
Secret Spicy Wings
Sweet Potato Fries
Kimchi Fried Rice

“First, the food is DELICIOUS! They have a lot more flavors of chicken available than some other K.F.C. restaurants. The tteokbokki offers more flavors & add in’s as well. You can tell the company really cares about their food quality and customer satisfaction-eg they have steam vents built into the containers and the keep your to-go order propped slightly open until you pick up your order all so that your chicken remains crispy, rather than getting soggy waiting in a closed container! The staff are always very polite & conscientious. LOVE THIS PLACE!“

4.5 Superb139 Reviews
Yukon BBQ Pit Smoke and Grill Bar • $
1 Great America Parkway, Gurnee - 8.96 miles

“Yukon BBQ continues to be one of our favorite BBQ places, and honestly, we’re always looking forward to coming back. From the atmosphere to the service, this place has always felt special to us. The staff is friendly, the restaurant has a great vibe, and overall it’s still a place we recommend all the time to friends and family. We’ve had so many good experiences here over the years, which is why we still gladly give it 5 stars.

One thing we really miss though is the brisket from last year. Back then, the brisket had an amazing deep smoky flavor that made it stand out from other BBQ spots. You could really taste the smoke in every bite, and it honestly felt like the brisket was the star of the menu. Recently, we noticed that the smoky flavor is mostly gone. The brisket is still tender and good, but it doesn’t have that same BBQ “magic” it used to have. The electric smoke flavor—or what we used to call that smoky muse that made the brisket unforgettable—just isn’t there anymore. Because of that, we probably won’t order the brisket again, which honestly makes us a little sad because it used to be our favorite item.

That being said, Yukon BBQ is still a place we truly love. The quality overall is still good, the experience is always enjoyable, and we’ll definitely continue coming back often. We really hope maybe one day the brisket returns to the smoky style it had before, because that was something special and one of the reasons we fell in love with this place in the first place.“

3.8 Good10 Reviews
Smokin’ Jack’s BBQ Barbecue • $
32 E Park St, Mundelein - 3.04 miles

Customers` Favorites

Jack's House Sauce
Pulled Chicken
Cornbread

“Food was very food. Service is really quick.“

4.3 Superb82 Reviews
Carson’s Prime Steaks & Famous Barbecue – Deerfield (North Shore) Barbecue • $$
200 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield - 8.67 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bone-In Ribeye Delmonico Charcrusted Slaw and Double Baked Potato
Chopped Liver Pint Onions \u0026 Rye Bread
Chargrilled Mediterranean Shrimp
Ultimate Double Baked Potato
White Meat Chicken and Ribs
Chopped Liver Pint & Onions
BBQ Baby Back Ribs Half Slab
Baby Back Ribs and Brisket
Famous Au Gratin Potatoes
Legendary Caesar Salad

“I haven’t been to this location before, but I decided to drop by with my family and I absolutely loved it! The ceder plank salmon was cooked perfectly and was very delicious. I will definitely keep this place in mind next time we dine out as a family. Sophia provided excellent service and was very kind and attentive. Will definitely be requesting her again!“

4.3 Superb573 Reviews
City Barbeque Barbecue • $
365 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield - 8.9 miles

Customers` Favorites

Beef Brisket Sandwich Pack
Pulled Pork Sandwich Pack
Brisket and Rib Dinner
Basket of Hush Puppies
More Cowbell Sandwich
Nashville Hot Chicken
Half Slab of Ribs
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Pulled Chicken
Fresh-Cut Fries

“They catered a lunch for 15. The food was excellent and they’re great to work with. #iraeats.“

4 Good136 Reviews
Mother's Apron Korean BBQ Korean • $$
21720 W Long Grove Rd Ste D, Deer Park - 7.15 miles

“I love this place everytime I go. Easily in my top 5 places in this area.

Food is always excellent, rotating sides always keeps it different and interesting even when ordering the same dish everytime, and the staff is always very welcoming and kind.“

4.9 Superb107 Reviews
Korean BBQ on the Lake Korean • $
133 W Main St, Lake Zurich - 7.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Korean Pancake Pajeon Fried Tofu Fried Mandu
Gluten Free Chicken Bibimbap
Beef Bulgogi and Dumplings
Crispy Tofu Korean Pancake
Topokki Tteokbokki
Jabchae with Rice
Bulgogi Bibimbap
California Roll
Chicken Bulgogi
Korean Pancakes

“Everything was perfect!“

4.8 Superb133 Reviews
Blue House Korean BBQ Korean • $$
1484 Townline Rd, Mundelein - 0.72 miles

Customers` Favorites

Dolsot Bibimbap with Beef Bulgogi
Marinated Bulgogi with Banchan
Kongnamool Dolsot Bibimbap
Beef Bulgogi and Sides
Mehoon Daeji Jok Galbi
Beef Bulgogi Hot Pot
Goon Mandu 군만두
Korean Beer Bottle
Korean Pancakes
Chicken Bulgogi

“It is a different level of service when you visit blue house. It is a welcoming and peaceful atmosphere and all of the food is the best here! authentic and fresh. So grateful to visit this lovely resturaunt. Worth every dollar and then some!“

4.5 Superb116 Reviews
jrsmokehousebbq llc catering Fast Food • $$
749 Milwaukee Avenue, Gurnee - 5.69 miles

“The food is really good, seasoned well and not just thrown together. Their customer service is always great and they always are friendly to everyone who comes in.“

5 Superb6 Reviews
Monica's Diner Diner • $
1541 Belvidere St, Waukegan - 9.67 miles

Customers` Favorites

Choice of Ham or Bacon or Sausage
Chilaquiles with Huevos
Salsa de Divorciados
Pancakes and Sausage
Huevos A la Mexicana
Bistec A la Mexicana
Huevos Divorciados
Huevo Con Chorizo
Chilaquiles Verdes
Spanish Omelette

“Best breakfast food to dine in and has wonderful service . Love going to Monica’s Diner.“

4.4 Superb63 Reviews
bb.q Chicken Waukegan Chicken • $$
554 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan - 9.88 miles

Customers` Favorites

Kimichi Fried Rice and Wings on Fire
Chicken Honey Garlic Chicken
Honey Garlic Wings and Slaw
Korean Fried Chicken
Gangnam Style Wings
Sweet Potato Fries
Kimchi Fried Rice
Soy Garlic Wings
Pickled Radish
Whole Chicken

“Food is always good here, there is a wait time only because everything's made fresh but if you call and place your order beforehand you shouldn't have an issue with wait times. Theres also a smoothie place attached to this place and I highly recommend you try both! Your stomach will thank you 🫡“

4.4 Superb107 Reviews
Tomahawk BBQ Steakhouse Bar & Grill • $$
295 Parkway Dr, Lincolnshire - 4.44 miles

Customers` Favorites

Korean Sweet & Spicy Pork Belly
Black Pepper Sauce Beef Strip
Lemon Pepper Chicken Leg
Black Pepper Chicken Leg
Salt & Pepper Pork Chop
Soysaucechickenbreast
Sweet & Spicy Shrimp
Cajun Chicken Breast
Teriyaki Chicken Leg
Hawaii Beef Bulgogi

“great place to eat, very good service and very large portions. loved it here“

4.4 Superb248 Reviews
K Arirang BBQ Korean • $
1121 Milwaukee Ave, Deerfield - 5.4 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Buckwheat Noodles 비빔냉면
Chungguk Jang Soybean Paste Soup
Marinated Thinly Sliced Beef
Combo a Set for 2 3 People
Bulkogii Dolsot Bibimbap
Korean BBQ Beef Ribs
yukgaejang 육개장
Korean Rib Barbecue
L a Galbii 3 Strips
Marinated Bulkogi

“10/10 will come back next year.“

3.9 Good98 Reviews
Mugs Pizza & Grill Pizza • $
1350 E Rand Rd, Arlington Heights - 9.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Rand Street Polish with Fries
Chicago-Style Hot Dog
Fresh Cut Fries
Grilled Chicken
Sport Peppers
French Fries
Italian Beef
Gyro Burger
Chicken Pita
BBQ Sauce

“from out of town and stopped on a whim. Def a good idea! Burgers were hand pressed, fresh cut fries and could tell oil was fresh so fries were excellent, shake had chocolate syrup drizzled on inside if glass- nice touch! will def stop again if in area.“

3.5 Good153 Reviews