Simply the best BBQ in the Twin Cities at the moment. Don't miss their popups and special events.
Ben J.
Was so looking forward to BBQ ribs and pork belly. Unfortunately Animales changed their menu to comfort foods instead.Tried their mac and cheese bowl with Kramarczek sausage and a pair of pork tacos. Mac and cheese was ok but the topping of jalapeños was a bit overwhelming to the sausage and Mac and cheese. The pork tacos were much better. Good flavor and plenty of meat.Tomorrow is their last day until next season. Hopefully next year they will return to their bbq roots.
Brian Pearson
Yummmmm. Great food and location!
Lindsay W.
Their food never disappoints! I'm not usually a fan of BBQ, but they knock everything they do out of the park. I highly recommend the birria tacos and the mac and cheese (only on specific nights). I haven't tried their burger truck yet, but I'll bet it's amazing!
Elijah W.
I love the food and the area here so much! The bbq is definitely some of the best I've had especially in Minnesota. The vibe of the whole area is just perfect with them and bauhahouse brewing.
Tim R.
This place was nothing special. The reviews I have read before did not seem like the place I ate at. The clientele was largely bikers , which is cool, but just so you know if you're used to eating in the suburbs.
Jeffrey Higgins
Best bbq, I mean best food in the twin cities. I didn’t know bbq in MN could be this good. This is my favorite summer spot for a meal outside.
Chris C.
BBQ is one of our favorite foods. We traveled all around MN and the Country trying different BBQ places. We finally made our way to Animales. I like the fact that Animales is a food truck as it reminded us of visiting some of the BBQ in Austin. We had also planned on visiting another BBQ location so we just picked up some ribs and brisket today. They did not have a beef rib as an option otherwise we would have also picked up one of those. Everything looked great and was packaged well. We were quite pleased that a few burnt ends were included with our pound of brisket. My first rib was OK. Pretty sure these were baby back ribs. My first rib, the meat all pulled away from the bone. I prefer a little more chew. The next ribs were better. Good flavor and pretty good bite. Not overly smoked and seasoned pretty well. Not oh my gosh good but pretty solid ribs. The brisket was also solid. Could have smoked a bit longer to render more fat but was still pretty tender and had a nice smoke ring. Their sauce is a tomato based sauce with a fair amount of spice. More so than what is usually found in MN. Overall pretty solid BBQ. Would certainly be interested in trying some of their other menu items and specials like their birria tacos and burger.
Carmen J.
Good delicious food I've had the ribs. Also, the brisket is wonderful warm smoky flavors
Gary M.
By far the best burger in MSP or I ever remember having anywhere.... Better than Parlour ! Damn I want to go back now!
One of the best burgers I’ve had if not the best will def be coming back here!! And telling friends!
William L.
Based on recent visit, I believe their best product is the pork belly. Amazing. I also liked the sausage, beans, pickled cauliflower, jalapeños and gold sauce. I thought the brisket and ribs were average. The burnt ends were overcooked and chopped too small. Some as small as half-inch. However, I would return for the pork belly and sausage.
Taylor M.
You guys... you won't find better bbq in Minneapolis. You just won't. My boyfriend and best friend went to Bauhaus Brewing to enjoy sometime outside and get a cold drink - we knew there would be the Animales food truck there and planned to get food, but did not plan to be as blown away by the amazing food as we were. The Birria Tacos were probably some of the best tacos I've ever had. Ever. So much flavor, so much going on, crispy on the outside, juicy in the middle. Show stopping. The only thing I fumbled the bag on was not asking for Birria dipping sauce - but it truly didn't even need it that's how good it was. The chicken burger was extremely good. Good bun, good toppings ok the burger, chicken was cooked perfect. Would highly recommend! The sample platter was so good. Lots of meat options that were all done and cooked SO well. The pickled veggies on the side added a nice touch! I wish we would have ordered a side or two to break up all the meat - it was A LOT of meat! But in the best way! My suggestion would be to get a side or two to make sure you have something more than meat, even though it was all 10/10! Dreaming about going back - this bbq was phenomenal!
Robert S.
Texas bbq in MN? Yes! Definitely recommended, this place has plenty to love. Try the sampler plate. Nothing compares to good bbq (and beer).
Cameron B.
This was the best meal I've had in 2022. Absolutely outstanding. The brisket literally made me groan, it's so good. This is a must try.
Simply the best BBQ in the Twin Cities at the moment. Don't miss their popups and special events.
Was so looking forward to BBQ ribs and pork belly. Unfortunately Animales changed their menu to comfort foods instead.Tried their mac and cheese bowl with Kramarczek sausage and a pair of pork tacos. Mac and cheese was ok but the topping of jalapeños was a bit overwhelming to the sausage and Mac and cheese. The pork tacos were much better. Good flavor and plenty of meat.Tomorrow is their last day until next season. Hopefully next year they will return to their bbq roots.
Yummmmm. Great food and location!
Their food never disappoints! I'm not usually a fan of BBQ, but they knock everything they do out of the park. I highly recommend the birria tacos and the mac and cheese (only on specific nights). I haven't tried their burger truck yet, but I'll bet it's amazing!
I love the food and the area here so much! The bbq is definitely some of the best I've had especially in Minnesota. The vibe of the whole area is just perfect with them and bauhahouse brewing.
This place was nothing special. The reviews I have read before did not seem like the place I ate at. The clientele was largely bikers , which is cool, but just so you know if you're used to eating in the suburbs.
Best bbq, I mean best food in the twin cities. I didn’t know bbq in MN could be this good. This is my favorite summer spot for a meal outside.
BBQ is one of our favorite foods. We traveled all around MN and the Country trying different BBQ places. We finally made our way to Animales. I like the fact that Animales is a food truck as it reminded us of visiting some of the BBQ in Austin. We had also planned on visiting another BBQ location so we just picked up some ribs and brisket today. They did not have a beef rib as an option otherwise we would have also picked up one of those. Everything looked great and was packaged well. We were quite pleased that a few burnt ends were included with our pound of brisket. My first rib was OK. Pretty sure these were baby back ribs. My first rib, the meat all pulled away from the bone. I prefer a little more chew. The next ribs were better. Good flavor and pretty good bite. Not overly smoked and seasoned pretty well. Not oh my gosh good but pretty solid ribs. The brisket was also solid. Could have smoked a bit longer to render more fat but was still pretty tender and had a nice smoke ring. Their sauce is a tomato based sauce with a fair amount of spice. More so than what is usually found in MN. Overall pretty solid BBQ. Would certainly be interested in trying some of their other menu items and specials like their birria tacos and burger.
Good delicious food I've had the ribs. Also, the brisket is wonderful warm smoky flavors
By far the best burger in MSP or I ever remember having anywhere.... Better than Parlour ! Damn I want to go back now!
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One of the best burgers I’ve had if not the best will def be coming back here!! And telling friends!
Based on recent visit, I believe their best product is the pork belly. Amazing. I also liked the sausage, beans, pickled cauliflower, jalapeños and gold sauce. I thought the brisket and ribs were average. The burnt ends were overcooked and chopped too small. Some as small as half-inch. However, I would return for the pork belly and sausage.
You guys... you won't find better bbq in Minneapolis. You just won't. My boyfriend and best friend went to Bauhaus Brewing to enjoy sometime outside and get a cold drink - we knew there would be the Animales food truck there and planned to get food, but did not plan to be as blown away by the amazing food as we were. The Birria Tacos were probably some of the best tacos I've ever had. Ever. So much flavor, so much going on, crispy on the outside, juicy in the middle. Show stopping. The only thing I fumbled the bag on was not asking for Birria dipping sauce - but it truly didn't even need it that's how good it was. The chicken burger was extremely good. Good bun, good toppings ok the burger, chicken was cooked perfect. Would highly recommend! The sample platter was so good. Lots of meat options that were all done and cooked SO well. The pickled veggies on the side added a nice touch! I wish we would have ordered a side or two to break up all the meat - it was A LOT of meat! But in the best way! My suggestion would be to get a side or two to make sure you have something more than meat, even though it was all 10/10! Dreaming about going back - this bbq was phenomenal!
Texas bbq in MN? Yes! Definitely recommended, this place has plenty to love. Try the sampler plate. Nothing compares to good bbq (and beer).
This was the best meal I've had in 2022. Absolutely outstanding. The brisket literally made me groan, it's so good. This is a must try.