14 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Wadsworth

“I am from the South but I'm currently living in Wisconsin, and I have been looking for a place that serves fried catfish. I finally found it in Captain Porky's, and they did not disappoint! The staff is so nice, the place is very clean, and the menu is very large so if you can't find anything to eat you must not be hungry. This has now become one of my favorite places to go and eat!“

“delicious food served by treat people. find your way in.“

“I can't say enough good things about this restaurant! They went above and beyond to take care of my veteran fiancé for Veterans Day, (even though we were a day late in being able to visit), taking care of us like family, from the regional director to all the restaurant staff. The food was terrific and my fiancé loved everything; the food, the staff, and the military/first responders decor, and the respect given to veterans. They even put his picture from his Army service days on their wall, which gave him a huge smile when he saw himself displayed on their wall along with photos of so many other veterans. And even though we don't live nearby, we will make it a point to visit them every time we get the chance to. Thanks again to everyone there!!“

“We’ve dined here a number of times over the years, and it’s always managed to deliver that satisfying, slow-smoked comfort that keeps regulars coming back. But this latest visit stood out—worthy of a fresh review and renewed praise. Service, which in past visits could occasionally feel uneven, hit all the right notes this time. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, moving with a quiet confidence that set the tone for the evening. It’s a small but important improvement that elevated the experience considerably. As for the food—the heart of any smokehouse—the kitchen was clearly in fine form. I opted for both the ribs and smoked turkey, and each showcased why this spot has earned its loyal following. The ribs arrived perfectly glazed, with that balance of bark and tenderness that only comes from skill and patience. The smoked turkey, too often an afterthought at lesser establishments, was moist, flavorful, and subtly infused with smoke—no small feat. Cocktails rounded out the evening, each one thoughtfully mixed and balanced, adding a polished touch to the rustic fare. If there’s one shortcoming, it’s the setting. The restaurant occupies a strip mall space that, while perfectly functional, lacks the atmosphere its food deserves. The interior and seating are serviceable but uninspired—a missed opportunity to extend the warmth and authenticity of the menu into the design. A bit more “smokehouse soul” in the decor would bring the full experience together. Still, those quibbles fade with the first bite of those ribs. BBQ'd Productions remains one of the best spots around for great smoked meats and hearty, satisfying meals—now with service that finally matches the kitchen’s skill.“

“Everyone in the store was very welcome especially Doug seems like a genuine person and it shows very caring and asking us if we were doing alright. Have nothing but positive things to say about Doug and will now have someone to look forward to seeing next time I come in. Will be back!“

“Absolute 🔥. So glad stopped by to try them. Got the brisket, rib tips, corn bread, Mac & cheese, collard greens and red beans and rice. Everything was amazing and can’t wait to go back to try everything else.“

“Stopped in here by chance. Best decision! Service was excellent… owner came out gave us sample of his ribs, checked on us to make sure everything was alright with our meals! Definitely recommend stopping here!!“

“flew in from NC for vacation and i seen this place with good reviews so i decided to come and try the food out . Definitely recommend prices are fair considering how fresh the food is and how great service the service is . the owner works front of the store and he took very good care of us even gave us free candy . if i ever come back to illinois i’ll definitely be back“

“Absolutely wonderful !! Tylor Oliver was the sweetest guy ever he complimented my band shirt and made the space feel so welcoming! I always love coming here! The manage completely rocked. They made more food for out massive order and it was just a wonderful experience!“

“The food was so good and customer service was great“

“They have been a pillar in Lake County for over 4 decades. Nothing like their sauce! I miss the smell and taste. Every time that I come back to Illinois I try to schedule a visit.“

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

“I have been a customer since early 1990's and now I drive from Racine WI for your food and am never disappointed. This trip, Beef Chop Suey, Combo Fried Rice, Chicken Egg Rolls and Vegetable Egg Foo Young, as always the food was delicious, portions were large and service was very friendly. Thank you for continuing with the great food quality and service that you have been known for!“

“It's good I go there when I'm home visiting family.“