Ranked #4 for BBQ joints in Peoria
"They have the BEST catfish fingers and ribs!"(3 Tips)
"Corn bread muffins - yum!!! Overall-good choice!"(2 Tips)
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Jalene RuelasNovember 2, 2014One of my two favorite BBQ places in town! Especially love the fries. Sometimes I think the wait is a tad long. Corn bread muffins - yum!!! Overall-good choice!
BC HartJuly 3, 2015Best BBQ I've ever had! Everything is top notch! Always fresh & hot. Not the cheapest place to eat but definitely one of the best & worth every penny. The fries & corn muffins are divine.- Deepak SabharwalDecember 17, 2011They have the BEST catfish fingers and ribs! Get the rib-n-meat combo with those I you can!
- BC HartOctober 12, 2015Was never cheap but very reasonable for BBQ joint but guess he's won a few too many awards because now it's just RIDICULOUSLY EXPENSIVE. Quality has gone down quite a bit as well. Very disappointed!
Chesty LarueFebruary 7, 2018I wouldn't know. Took 45 minutes to take our orders & bring out 1 glass of water. Got totally ignored and manager didn't even offer an apology when we complained. WORST restaurant experience ever!
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Serving up authentic, slow-cooked BBQ since 1994. Join us for our Famous BBQ, Legendary Burgers, Signature Sandwiches, and more!
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(309) 691-7427
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