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🔥 Hands down, my absolute favorite BBQ spot — Yankee BBQ Smokehouse & Tavern is a hidden gem in Western New York! From the perfectly smoked brisket and turkey to the fall-off-the-bone ribs, and my personal favorites — the cheesy potatoes and spicy hot links — every bite is packed with mouthwatering flavor.

The portions are generous, the service is friendly, and the entire place has a warm, welcoming tavern vibe. Whether you're craving BBQ or looking to try something new, this is the go-to spot for real smoked goodness.

Highly recommend to anyone searching for the best BBQ in WNY!

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I have ordered take out twice from yankee bbq, BOTH times the orders have been wrong and the first one I have been missing a whole meal. I have called and left a message on BOTH occasions with NO response. I was told the owner would call and haven’t received any effort to call back or communicate. I spoke with someone prior who was a supervisor and was told he had no idea what they could do. My mom is sick and I am helping take care of her, if I was able to dine in I would but I’m left with ordering. I will not be ordering from here again and I am extremely displeased and disappointed that there has been no effort on the supervisors or the owner to reach out and correct the mistakes made.

Brisket so good, it turns vegans back to the light. Same price as any fast food meal but meat cooked like your a king.

The food was not warm and very salty.

Food is pretty good it is the customer service skills that could use some work. Ordered a double order of wings and a sampler platter. Got home and noticed both of the sides were missing. I call to let you guys know I am coming back in for them, I am greeted with a “no problem”. Drive back, get my sides and not an apology from anyone that I had to drive back. I state this to the hostess… she looks at me like a have 3 heads and states, “I can have her come over if you want but it was just a mistake.” Granted, I understand mistakes happen but ownership and apologies can go a long way. I would have even understood if you guys were busy but all the girls were just sitting around. Honestly, with all of the places in Hamburg, I am not sure I will be back.

Well, it was the eve before fathers day and they were very busy. Our online was delayed. It was our first time ordering from here. We heard such amazing things. We ordered a variety of meats and sides. We were under-welmed. Brisket was ok, flavor mostly in rub. Pulled pork was very fatty. Sides all tasted the same- just smoke.

Really looked forward to dinner here last night but was disappointed to say the least. Arrived early but they were already out of ribs. Apparently the wait staff was scrambling because of an injury. Waited over an hour for order which was incorrect when it did arrive and as other reviewers have mentioned barely room temperature. Fries were cold and hard. Other sides were just average in flavor. Meat was ok but have definitely had better in TX, KC and NC. Even accounting for injury, service made a late, subpar meal an outright disaster.

We ordered food and it never came and she also never took our order for our dinner. We waited for 20 minutes and we never got any food and had to leave because the service was so bad. The only good thing was that they didn’t charge for our drinks and the food we never got. Also made some sob story as to why it wasn’t their fault.

I feel your spot on Hamburg Turnpike was a lot better and had more of a Texas BBQ vibe. The menu was perfect and the concentration was on the food & not the bar/alcohol. After living in Texas this is far from a TEXAS style BBQ. Please don’t get me wrong the food is not bad. But it is not consistent. Yankee has just turned into another BAR & GRILL in Buffalo with an emphasis on the bar. People in Hamburg clearly have not eaten at TSG or Southern Junction.

Can’t understand how this parking lot is always so full. The food was awful. Brisket too much fat, pork way too dry, French fries - hard as rocks! Service was slow!

Now that's some good stuff! What a wedge salad! So many flavors and the brisket topper was moist and tender. Lingenberry wings were delicious, too. Will definitely go back next trip to town.

I stopped in to dine at this amazing new restaurant this past weekend and let me tell you how absolutely wonderful everything was. The staff was nothing less than amazing with their bright smiles and glowing personalities. The food was not only the best bbq I’ve ever eaten, but the best food I’ve ever eaten EVER!! I’ve had lots of things in my mouth, and this was by far the most satisfying by a mudslide. I wish there were a cot I could sleep on so I would never have to leave again. The drinks were 100 times more balanced than my mental health and I suggest trying every spirit they have to offer. This establishment should be on every corner of every street in America. The owner that goes by the name of Brian should be promoted to The President of the World. Yankee bbq saved my life and it will save yours too! Don’t be a fool go get that BBQ. I’m in love for the first time in my life.

Every single thing we had was excellent! and I'm not even a huge bbq fan. We had the small sample plate, smoked wings, brisket, smash burger, and pulled pork. Plus cheesy potatoes, Mac n cheese, and beans for sides. So, so, so good. If you love bbq or even just like it, you have to go to Yankee BBQ, you will not be disappointed.

I ordered a large and small sampler platters for takeouts. My first visit to yankee bbq and they did not disappoint, total deliciousness from all the sides to the meats. We will definitely be back and highly recommend.The service is top notch to say the least. Definitely a 5 star!!!

Ordered the sampler and really liked all of it. Brisket was my favorite. Will definitely be back