Top Five BBQ Joints
Whether it’s rib tips, hot links or the mild sauce (a Chicago thing)—Chicago has become dominant in the BBQ game. Outside of how the meat is smoked or grilled, if you don’t have a good sauce game to soak up them fries—you are out of your league. Check out our Top picks from Chicago Black owned establishments and carry outs.
1. Lem’s
311 E. 75th St. | Chicago, IL 60619
Closed Tues. | Closes at 1am (Mon-Thurs), 3am (Fri & Sat)
2. Ex-Senators
3349 W. 159th St. | Markham, IL 60426
Daily Closes at 10pm | CASH ONLY
3.Alice’s Bar-B-Que
65 E. 43rd St. | Chicago, IL 60653
Daily Closes at 1am
4. Honey 1 BBQ
746 E. 43rd St. | Chicago, IL 60653
Daily Closes at 9:30pm
5.Uncle J’s on 47th
502 E. 47th St. | Chicago, IL 60615
Daily Closes at 9pm
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