5-Star Barbecue Restaurants

Smokin' Joe's BBQ -

6523 W. 127th St. - Palos Heights

A mostly carry-out restaurant, Smokin' Joe's smokes all their meats on-site including pulled pork, brisket and St. Louis ribs.

Hotshots -

105 N Arlington Heights Rd. - Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Wild Wings -

28241 W. Diehl Rd. - Warrenville

As the name hints, buffalo wings and other pub grub are the main attractions at this chain sports bar.

Uncle John's Barbecue -

337 E. 69th St. - Chicago (Park Manor/Grand Crossing)

Those looking for barbecue that’s smoked the old-school way should head to this Greater Grand Crossing spot, where pit master Mack Sevier (ex...

Famous Dave's -

113 S. Western Ave. - Carpentersville

Famous Dave's is a chain of ribs and blues clubs from Minnesota, of all places. If you're not into the other white meat, the two kitchens also offer...

Patio Restaurant of Bolingbrook -

151 S. Weber Rd. - Bolingbrook

Bolingbrook location of this casual quick-service restaurant that specializes in baby back ribs, barbecue chicken, and sandwiches.

Captain Curt's Barbeque -

8210 S. Cottage Grove Ave. - Chicago (Chatham/Avalon Park)

A South Side tradition in barbecue

J. D. Kadds Pizza -

805 N. Northwest Hwy. - Park Ridge

Since 1983, J.D. Kadds offers limited dine-in but full-service carry out and delivery of pizza, pasta, sandwiches and more.

Brothers Ribs -

69 S. Rand Rd. - Lake Zurich

Winning rib contests from Canada to Ohio, Brother's Ribs offers barbecue ribs slathered with either sweet or spicy sauce as well as pulled pork,...