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BBQ Joint and American Restaurant$$$$
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"Great draft beer selection also."(4 Tips)
"Fried Green Tomatoes are delicious"(3 Tips)
"Great place right on the water an true to the Dino BBQ chain."(2 Tips)
"Ribs are great, so good it keeps me from trying other things there.."(14 Tips)
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Everything on the menu is a winner, but if I had to recommend one single dish, it'd be the fried green tomatoes either as an appetizer, a meal, or to share with friends! Best BBQ in the Northeast!
Casey AlbertJanuary 7, 2015Absolutely amazing food. I loved everything I ate. I highly recommend going here for BBQ! Even the Mac & Cheese and Beans were amazing! YUMMMM
ChelseaMarch 21, 2015Smokey & flavorful with Dogfish Head on tap. Sit outside by the water during the warmer months & be thankful for the wet naps that come at the end of your meal.
- Frank AppelFebruary 2, 2014Excellent BBQ...Be sure to try ALL their sides because each one is awesome! Great draft beer selection also. Also, service is always fast & courteous! Overall, an excellent place for BBQ!
Jeremy KrantzAugust 22, 2014Great beer, great service and great food. And amazing views of the river is the cherry on top. Can't go wrong here. Try their ribs or brisket.
C McPOctober 22, 2014Great place right on the water an true to the Dino BBQ chain. Other local BBQ exists that rivals the quality. Dino has the beer list and energy though.
Josh HamiltonAugust 12, 2023Take out is just as good as eating at the restaurant. Def get the family style meal for everyone! Really the best value
J CrowleyFebruary 6, 2015The family platter is the way to go. Too much food for four people (hello leftovers!). Feeds six perfectly.
JayJune 26, 2014Try the wings. I love wings fried but they smoke their wings and then grill them. Seriously the best wings I have ever had. Awesome
Román JáquezMay 11, 2013The Wango Tango Chicken Wings are the best. Try then paired with Brown's Cherry Raspberry. You'll love it. Cheers!
Matt BuonannoApril 25, 2015That's real smoke kids. The dinner combos are all good, get something with collards. Above average draft list.
Joe ConteNovember 14, 2015I've driven two hours to get here, and have done it multiple times.The smoked chicken wings are must try, any flavor
Liz.vJuly 14, 2014Ribs are so delicious and flavorful just like the brisket sandwich. Recommend both :)
Travis StrattionAugust 27, 2013View of the Hudson right outside the dining table windows. Make sure you try their Mac & Cheese, it's the best.
lizFebruary 19, 2018Check out the bathrooms! Weird I know but trust me. Also Cajun corn us where it's at
Tres Hombres with Mac n Cheese and BBQ rice with a pint or 2 of Ape Hanger Ale...can't go wrong you'll be in a Dino coma in no time- Matt BuonannoAugust 29, 2014The smoked turkey is awesome and easy to miss. Add the sweet potatoes as a side.
If you came with friends and arent in the mood for BBQ, the Bronzed Catfish is some of the best soul food in the 518.- The BBQ Prime Rib is only available through catering and worth the upgrade in fee. If you are in the restaurant have the Cajun Catfish with BBQ Rice.
Their Mac & cheese is definitely not holding a candle to silvias in Harlem..ribs could b better..smokey joes in lake George tops these ribs..and the sides are bigger up there
JD WillettsJuly 31, 2012Eat on the deck for a great view of the river. The pulled pork is great, but the brisket is to die for.
Humberto MartinezJuly 11, 2011ASK for a seat outside. They won't put you there otherwise, hostesses are DUMB. Such great seats out there by the river.- Everything is amazing here. My favorite BBQ joint by far.
Yuval ZukermanApril 22, 2023Great location, friendly and caring staff. Terrific drinks. The food is just ok. A bit of a letdown.
Dave TJuly 18, 2013Get the salmon...seriously! You won't be disappointed. Or, the churrasco chicken steak. Yum.
Cassandra Holdridge-LewDecember 12, 2013Ask for Rafeal!!! Greatest server evarrrrr xD Place is cozy, food is awesome. Love it!
Michael SweeneyJune 5, 2013Ask for Zachary as a server. Tip notch skills and ability to speak in depth about every dish and all the beers.
Ian CarlsonApril 19, 2011The hot link sandwich is really good. Also free refills on the sweet tea is nice. Really fast service and the place was packed.
Scott SullivanOctober 15, 2017The brisket was great. Expected too much sauce on fatty pieces but it was cooked correctly.
BEST Mac and Cheese in the world.. hands down! Great beer selection too!
J.D.April 23, 2011Ribs = meaty and delicious *Warning: your stomach will sound (and feel) like a warzone the next day
Richard KubisNovember 11, 2012Never disappointed at the Dino. Great food, great service, great atmosphere.
Perfect for work week lunch on a "work from home of you live far away" snow day - no wait, no state workers abounding.
Their Dino Burger is the best burger I've ever had! Def get it with the bacon!
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(518) 308-0400
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