Russell's Barbecue
3.4
- 1621 N. Thatcher Ave.
- Elmwood Park, IL 60707-3544
- 708-453-7065
This family-owned restaurant has been around since 1930s, making it an Elmwood park 'cue institution. The crowd's friendly and dedicated (you'll find some faces here every day). The interior's dark-brown woody motif recreates the ambience of a classic Western lodge. (Check out the kitschy wagon-wheel lighting fixtures!) The spot's extremely family-oriented, with grandparents introducing their grandkids to the place.
Getting There
- Parking:
- Free Lot. Free lot: in back
- Public Transportation:
- Pace bus: North Ave. and Thatcher
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
- Cuisine:
- Barbecue
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch. Dinner. Lunch.
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. For large parties only
- Alcohol:
- Beer and Wine
- Smoking:
- No
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Features:
- Catering, Kids Menu, and On-site Merchandise. Barbecue Sauce, T-shirts, Hats. Burgers; Junior Barbecue sandwiches, hot dogs.
- Specialties:
- Pork ribs; beef and pork sandwiches
- Payment Methods:
- Mastercard and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. 10-12 picnic benches
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"There's just something about it"
aquagurl from Norwood Park - April 5, 2008
Russell's rocks! They've got a variety of food, a unique bbq sauce that reminds me of Arby's only way way better. Most orders come with fries and c...
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"TRY IT OUT....."
Demon dog from Oak Park - December 21, 2007
Anyone who has a problem with Russel's can meet me on the corner of North and Thatcher and we will sort this out the old world way. Just kiddin...
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"If you grew up only..."
lisa from Oak Park, IL - August 31, 2007
If you grew up only going to Russel's for bbq, you'd never know any better. But the sandwiches, ribs and all meats we tried on a recent visit were ...
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