21 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Waukegan

“If you come to Chicago, you need to find yiur way to Big Eds at 651 Lakehurst in Waukegan!!! This place stands on it's own 2 feet side by side with anyplace we've been in Fort Worth! Excellent brisket and pulled pork, and some of the best mashed potatoes and mac and cheese I've had outside of my own house!! Good stuff!“

“Fire rib tips, fire chicken, fire ribs🔥“

“Hell yes! It’s absolutely delicious!“

“As we all should've learned by now, at the first time of hunger you should go seek food. Popular places take time to ensure a good meal. However, I made the mistake of ordering XL tips, with sauce on the side and didn't even get the second sauce I paid for. Never should I do this again, the meat was so dry and some had a crunchy texture. As a reminder ordering two smaller orders soaked in two different sauces. Just a helpful reminder besides pans, your choices are: 2XL, XL, L, S.
Standing room only, orders filled quickly, and take out only.

Vegetarian options: Not that I know of.

Dietary restrictions: Not that I know of, southern food.

Parking: Parking south of the building is limited, but a stroll on the North side of the building.
A walkway from the Northside I'm not sure, and there is only one door.

Kid-friendliness: No

Wheelchair accessibility: No, automatic doors.“

“Did you miss the crunchy, crispy, juicy bbq.chicken provided by excellent chef and staff?.. Not anymore. Just try this place.
Excellent food, homemade desserts , amazing customer service!!! Thank you for your hard work and wish you all the best!“

“My favorite diner in Waukegan. In full honesty, I love the small hole-in-the-wall aesthetic. Some may find it cramped, but I think it's cozy. I love sitting at the bar, drinking the coffee, watching the cook do their thing. Menu is good. Staff is kind.“

“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!“

“Excellent pulled pork and brisket. Great friendly service. We ordered a catering order and our guests loved the food. First time trying them and will be back. Best of all they were grateful for our order and super friendly. Thank you Smokin on 45!!!“

“This is the second year we’ve gotten your Thanksgiving dinner, specifically the Son of a Feast for my husband and I. Easily 6+ servings. Absolutely phenomenal! There was not a single thing that I thought was “meh” and the green beans were amazing, much improved since last year. We will continue to get these holiday dinners as long as you offer them! Can’t wait for Christmas!“

“The food was very good and it came in large portions. The staff members were polite and worked fast. It was a really cool atmosphere and I loved the pictures and stories displayed around the restaurant.Definitely would recommend. 5 out of 5“

“With new Korean places popping up in Vernon Hills, this place is still a family favorite. The food is home-cooked and super authentic — not to mention several dollars cheaper than alternative K-restaurants. The mom-and-pop vibes are real, and we’re always greeted with big smiles. Will be back :)“

“LOVE!!!!..lemon pepper wingettes!?“

“I enjoyed the brisket and green beans; however, I didn't care for the Bama chicken. The restaurant was nice and clean. They offered several different bbq sauces, which was nice. The person who waited on us was efficient but not very friendly.“

“My entire family devoured our food. We were comatose afterwards. We ordered rib tips, turkey, brisket, & half chicken. The meat was so good & tender. Baked beans were surprisingly delicious as well. However, $25 pp, complimentary cornbread would have been appreciated. Lasrly, the Mac & cheese was bland but edible.“

“I had the pleasure of carrying out at Honey Bay’s tonight, and it was a fantastic experience. The moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm smile and a welcoming atmosphere. I started with the cornbread, which was perfectly moist and had a hint of sweetness. For the main course, I tried the smothered pork chops and they were divine tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The collard greens and baked mac&cheese the best combination, perfect sides! Seasoned to perfection! The service was attentive and friendly, making me feel right at home. I also appreciated the southern decor that added to the overall soul food vibe. If you're looking for a place that serves hearty, delicious soul food! This is definitely the spot to visit! I'll be coming back for sure! Not to mention the perfect seasoned, cooked rib tip! Mild or spicy 😮‍💨 my family and I enjoyed every single bite, I thank you for making tonight a memorable night and an amazing dinner served in our table.“

“Tried it today for the first time! Very delicious, I loved the chicken mac & cheese. (Toddler approved too) The Cajun chicken sandwich is pretty good! I expected it would be spicy but sadly it wasn’t 🥲 Still was a great sandwich though! The cornbread muffins are amazingggg

Kid-friendliness: They have kid menus that come with crayons 🖍️“

“Amazing food and worth the drive from WI! We ordered crab legs, walleye, veggies, desserts, etc and everything was delicious! We will be back.“

“Went there on 6/22/22. We ate outside and were pleased to have a musician playing on the patio. The food was excellent as was the service. Bring your appetite and still expect to take home leftovers. Classic menu of steaks, chops, sandwiches and top notch BBQ. This will be a mainstay for us moving forward. Can't recommend this place enough!“

“This restaurant could probably survive (with some lower cost) outside of a theme park. I only have tried one thing, the pulled cajun chicken and Mac and cheese) and they were really good. There's a selection of sauces at your table. If you have a dining pass, I would suggest visiting this place. If you don't, it will cost you a good penny (18-16 per entree, that does include a side).“

“Great food the gyros was amazing I think the New owner is doing a great job taking care the place“

“happened to stumble on this place on a random Tuesday. we came into the restaurant around 2:15ish and they closed at 3:00. despite this, they were very kind and told us not to worry about it. the food was amazing, me and my best friend couldn’t believe how good every dish was. we got a ton of food for $45 without tip. left happy and full! would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a tasty bite.“