Hometown Bar-B-Que
BBQ Joint$$$$
Red Hook, Brooklyn
This BBQ joint is famous for their mac & cheese. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Top 3 bbq in NYC worth the ResdHook trek."(13 Tips)
"Their pastrami bacon is new and melts in your mouth."(13 Tips)
"Lamb belly, brisket, pulled pork, corn bread, slaw"(31 Tips)
"Beef ribs and the smoked jalapeño cheddar sausages - awesome!"(74 Tips)
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Get 1 lb of brisket, half a rack of jerked baby backs, the pork belly tacos, baked beans, and Sriracha wings. Hang with the most soulful people in all near and far boroughs, and forget you're in NY!
On the GridNovember 21, 2016The brisket is a must... so is the pulled pork, ribs, any of the sandwiches, sausages, sriracha hot wings, queso mac ‘n’ cheese, cole slaw, beans, collared greens and the corn bread. Ok just have it. Read more
Dare I say best BBQ in Brooklyn. Beef ribs are crazy town. Pair it w/ Mac n cheese, pickles and cole slaw as your sides. Wouldn't be surprised to find Frank Underwood in here.
Beef rib is a must have. Brisket wavers day to day. Same with the duck banh mi: sometimes amazing and sometimes so drenched in duck fat and sauce that the bread is soggy. Tacos are on point, too.
Samantha TaubeMay 25, 2015Some of the best bbq I have ever had in NYC. Everything is delish but DO NOT miss: pulled pork, spare ribs, Mac & cheese, corn bread.
Jeffrey WuJuly 16, 2018Be prepared to wait, at least 45-min. in a cafeteria style service line. But the product (BBQ) is worth it. Get brisket, pulled pork, and the new bacon. Unbelievable flavor, succulent meat.
Indulgent EatsJune 13, 2016Take in the views of downtown Manhattan on the Ikea ferry over to Red Hook before chowing down on some of the city's best BBQ, including Texas-style brisket and a beef rib the size of your forearm.
The beef rib. The. Beef. RIB. Poets have spent their lives seeking muses which pale in comparison. Wars have been fought for less. Bike rides to Red Hook have been organized for a mere morsel of rib.
Tony XerriNovember 18, 2019Waited an hour and a half in line for a good damn reason. Here's what you get: Pastrami Bacon, Pulled Pork, Beef Rib, Queso Mac n Cheese, Brisket, and the HTBC sandwich. Change your bbq perception.- Top 3 bbq in NYC worth the ResdHook trek. Brisket as good at Mighty Quinn's, and a unique lamb belly banh mi sandwich where the sweet and spicy sauce cut the lamb fat perfectly.
Chelsea BalkanJuly 8, 2017#dubiDO #FabuLIST I love pulled pork but the lamb belly is to die for. Between the sticky ribs and Vietnamese wings -- go for the wings. Coleslaw is delicious. Live music on the weekends too!
SabrinaJune 14, 2015Line gets super long on a Friday night, but worth the wait. The beef rib and brisket are a must. And the beans with burnt ends were a winner.
Brian BMay 10, 2019Top 2 best BBQ in NY (w/ Fette Sau). Genuinely incredible stuff. They specialize in beef so hit the brisket & beef ribs. Worth the trip out, especially if you take the Ikea Ferry. Makes for a fun day.
Bin YangSeptember 7, 2015Pastrami bacon, brisket, chicken, with sides of beans, collard greens, potato salad (the slightly tarty and refreshing type). Finish up with some incredibly sweet (ripe) banana pudding.
Nicholas DoyleOctober 16, 2015Juicy, glistening pulled pork with a spicy kick. Perfect, I mean PERFECT collard greens. You're missing out if you don't come get this right now.
Best BBQ in NYC. Billy Durney is doing magic things with meats. Make sure you get brisket, beef ribs, and mac & cheese. Newer items like the pastrami are also amazing
Fred WilsonAugust 24, 2014the massive beef ribs are the go to move here. really good and really big. one rib can easily be shared by 2-4 people depending on what else you get
Daniel AJuly 29, 2018If heaven exists, this is it. I ordered everything on the menu - yes I’m a fat fuh. So you MUST get the brisket, corn bread, and Vietnamese hotwings. Spareribs also ON POINT.
Harry WolffJanuary 5, 2018Of course get the brisket but also be sure to get the pulled pork. It has such great flavor. And it goes without saying to douse everything in a mixture of their two sauces. Finger licking good.
Oh man, Fette Sau has some competition. Brisket Sandwich was awesome, tons of nice crunchy outer bits with tasty brisket. Pulled pork was also a standout. Basically, come here.
My friend and I are very picky eaters. But we came here today, and we agreed that this is one of the-- if not THE-- best BBQ in all of NYC. Worth the trek to Red Hook. Grab some Steve's key lime too!
Diana OlympiaMarch 6, 2018best BBQ in NYC. period. come early or be prepared to wait. either way totally worth it. get the brisket 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 and beef rib 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 and potato salad - a LARGE 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 staff is lovely
Adrian PhillipsMay 28, 2017You must try the brisket. It's sensational. As a side I'd highly recommend the beans (with chunks of burnt pork tips), the pickles and the amazing corn bread (it's for honey on it).
Sophia SuFebruary 10, 2019Everything.They have brisket,turkey breast,half & quarter chicken,sausage,brisket,sticky ribs, wings, pulled pork sandwich, etc.They did so well with the Turkey breast that it was not even dry!
Joanna FlammJanuary 17, 2014Brisket and pulled pork were both awesome. Queso mac and cheese is one of those dishes you can't stop eating. Pay at the counter, which is great for groups.- Fodor's TravelSeptember 9, 2015Head for the counter to order meats by the pound, chicken, sandwiches, tacos, and sides. The beef rib, served on the bone, is a giant, Flintstones-style delight. Read more
Kirk EdmondsonApril 28, 2017Brisket was great, but not as smokey as expected. Amazed by Korean Sticky Wings (you must try). Mac n Cheese another winner as was the Hometown Slaw (was there fresh horseradish in there?).
amazing BBQ, especially anything beef. the vietnamese wings were amazing. I could eat those all day every day
Ashley RoseJanuary 9, 2018Friendly service and TASTY BBQ. They cook to close so avoid procrastinating. Within 2 hours of their closing time they had sold out of brisket and some other options. Get here early!
NoahSeptember 27, 2013Beef ribs, baby back ribs, or half hog - it's all great. Just don't forget to save some room for cornbread and bourbon to wash it all down.
Chris CooksonJuly 16, 2015Probably the best barbeque you are going to find in the New York City area without having to step outside the subway boundaries. You can skip the sides, the best thing by far is the ribs.
Zach CarlileSeptember 16, 2018Brisket, pulled pork, bacon, baby back ribs, mac & cheese, and potato salad were all awesome. Get some friends and order a spread.
Claudia GomezAugust 12, 2019You Must try the Bacon! So good with the mustard sauce! The Brisket & Pulled pork are very tasty! And the cornbread was sooo good!
Will HarahanAugust 23, 2018The brisket, pickles, and cornbread were all fantastic. The staff was accommodating and there was no line when I came which was a pleasant surprise. I’ll be back.
Liz CourtneyJuly 29, 2015You can smell the smoked meats on the breeze as you approach. Really solid BBQ, sold by the pound on a tray. Rivals other favorite NYC BBQ joints like Fette Sau. Live music in the side bar.
Andrew CJanuary 15, 2020They run out of meat later in the day, so go for lunch if you want full selection!!! Pastrami bacon and brisket were perfect(moist and tasty), alongside the perfect mac n cheese + skip the wings, tho!
Arjumand BonhommeJanuary 12, 2017Thick slab bacon was the best bacon I've ever had in LIFE. Lamb belly and brisket were also top notch. Cornbread was killer. Jerk baby back ribs were good too.
The baby back ribs are amazing. You could not get better ribs anywhere. Not just Brooklyn. Not just NYC. Anywhere. They know what they're doing. Go now before there are lines around the block.
Steven LuAugust 29, 2014Brisket is super moist inside and so are the ribs. They use only salt and pepper for their burnt ends so don't expect flavor from it. Super savory sauce, they even got a hot one that gives a good kick
Amanda RellaSeptember 27, 2017Cool spot for some BBQ. Atmosphere is pretty fun. Food portions are very large so expect to take some home with you. A little out of the way if you're coming from Manhattan.
harryhMay 24, 2015Get a beef rib for sure. Skip the brisket, as it's similar to the rib and go for something different like the amazing Sriracha wings. Be careful about over ordering.
Rob WawrzynczakAugust 26, 2017Outstanding. Beef rib, brisket and lamb belly all fantastic. Make sure you get the Mac and cheese and beans.
- S BJuly 8, 2018The best barbecue I have ever had. Brisket is insane and beef ribs - amazing. Hot wings are also a must!
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Pit Smoked BBQ in the down home neighborhood of Red Hook Brooklyn.
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- Tue–Thu
- Noon–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–Midnight
- Sun
- Noon–10:00 PM
(347) 294-4644
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Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Live Music
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