Small spot inside an Asian grocery store offers family-style seating and huge Hawaiian murals. Chicken dishes shine with guava BBQ sauce that adds sweet flavor. Fresh fish from a nearby market keeps the vibe authentic and island-inspired.
Chicken dishes come in generous portions and stay moist. The guava BBQ sauce adds a distinctive sweet flavor to the Kalua and BBQ Chicken options.
"This lunch spot's Kalbi is so tender and flavorful."
"I finally found authentic Hawaiian plate lunch here."
"The BBQ chicken was flavorful and charred to perfection."
Good to know
The restaurant operates on a counter service model, so there is no table service.
The portions are generous for the price paid.
Getting to the restaurant can be confusing due to the building's layout.
Spacious restaurant offers live seafood tanks and dim sum carts for an immersive experience. Hong Kong style barbecue shines with BBQ pork and Korean beef ribs delivering rich, bold flavors. Upstairs private spaces add versatility for events.
Hong Kong style barbecue meats stand out with Hong Kong Style BBQ Pork and Korean Beef Short Ribs delivering rich flavors. The steamed BBQ pork buns arrive fluffy and saucy, adding a unique finish to the meal.
Good to know
Parking costs $1 to $2 per hour.
The restaurant has a parking lot, which is rare for the area.
Happy hour is available, but details are not yet finalized.
Cozy indoor space with pop art decor and lively outdoor seating sets a fun mood. Korean BBQ shines with kimchi BBQ bowls and flavorful BBQ pockets. Small pork portions still offer rich, comforting taste in a nostalgic, music-filled setting.
Korean BBQ stands out with kimchi BBQ bowls and BBQ pockets that deliver strong flavors. Pork portions in the Korean BBQ can be small, but the taste remains comforting and rich.
Good to know
Hippo Pockets is open until 12am, providing a late-night food option.
No cash is accepted; only credit cards and mobile payments are allowed.
Ordering is easy with kiosks inside and QR codes for phone orders.
Cozy spot with affordable BBQ and a welcoming vibe draws locals. Pulled chicken and ribs shine with great sauce. Small space adds to the hole-in-the-wall charm.
Great tasting BBQ sauce stands out with pulled chicken and ribs. Affordable prices match the quality of BBQ chicken sandwiches and other barbecue options.
Good to know
The restaurant is very small, with only one sit-down table.
Prices are fair, with great portions for the cost.
Expect a casual atmosphere; no formal dress code required.
Two-level spot buzzes with giant screens and a lively patio with bean bags. Mustard-based gold BBQ sauce offers a bold, unique flavor. Loud music and warm lighting create a hype vibe that fills up on weekends.
Barbecue sauce here is mustard-based and comes only in a gold variety. The house BBQ sauce has a strong mustard flavor that stands out, which works well if you like mustard but might not suit everyone.
Good to know
Prices for burgers range from $18 to $20 each.
An 18% tip is automatically added to all orders.
Parking is curbside, metered, and limited.
Converted warehouse offers massive rooms and loud live music, creating a lively vibe. BBQ smoked turkey is rich and flavorful, earning top marks locally. Huge kids play area makes it family-friendly but less ideal for quiet chats.
BBQ smoked turkey stands out with its rich flavor and quality. The barbecue overall is consistently high quality and widely regarded as insanely good in the area.
Good to know
BBQ is not served until after 4pm, so plan accordingly.
Reservations are recommended to avoid long wait times.
The 20% service gratuity is automatically added to all bills.
Halal spot shines with fresh halal food and a bright modern design. Brisket fries and Korean BBQ wings pack bold flavors. Cozy vibe shifts from warm to chilly, making it a unique chill place for BBQ lovers.
Brisket fries and buffalo chicken fries stand out with strong flavors. Wings come in several styles including honey BBQ and Korean BBQ, with the latter noted as good and the honey BBQ wings mixed rather simply.
Good to know
All food is halal and fresh.
The burger doesn't come with fries or a drink, and everything is sold separately.
I found the prices to be a bit too expensive for what it was.
Wide-open space with neon lights sets a cool vibe. Barbecue shines with tender ribs and a tasty pulled mushroom option. Friendly crowd enjoys notable bourbon and lively jazz music, making it a great spot for food and fun.
Barbecue features tender, moist ribs and a pulled mushroom BBQ for vegetarians. Food stays consistently on point with excellent service and free parking available.
Good to know
Happy Hour is available with discounted drinks and appetizers from 4-6pm.
First Fridays feature live music and a vibrant atmosphere at Beast Barbecue.
Parking is free and easily accessible near the venue.
Takeout-only soul food spot shines with smoky BBQ ribs and authentic candied yams. Black-owned, it offers a peaceful vibe where community gathers. Dwight's care shows in every bite, making it a true barbecue gem with rich, smoky aromas.
Smoked BBQ prepared by Dwight stands out with authentic flavors and a tasty barbecue sauce that enhances the meat. The food shows clear care and exceeds typical expectations for local barbecue.
Good to know
The restaurant is take-out only.
12 small wings cost $18.87.
The restaurant is black-owned and operated.
Small space buzzes with nostalgic music and a warm vibe. BBQ ribs shine with Mac and cheese and collard greens sides. Southern roots bring joy and energy despite limited seating and a line to order.
BBQ ribs come with Mac and cheese and collard greens that stand out. BBQ wings and catfish also appear on the menu.
Good to know
Expect wait times of over an hour during peak hours.
The restaurant runs out of popular dishes quickly, especially close to closing time.
Orders should be placed ahead of time to reduce wait times.
Small, quaint dining room offers an upscale yet cozy atmosphere with beautiful decor and screens showing scenes from Uruguay and Argentina. Meat is cooked to perfection with bold, savory flavors reflecting South American barbecue styles. Music adds a romantic and elegant vibe, enhancing the authentic experience.
Meat comes cooked to perfection with bold, savory flavors that reflect South American barbecue styles. Portions can be small, like a barbecue for four with two chorizos.
Good to know
This restaurant is the only place in the Twin Cities that has chivito.
The restaurant can handle large parties easily.
Expect a 20% service charge added to your bill.
Small, tidy spot serves sweet honey BBQ pork and BBQ duck with steamed rice. Offers a homey Cantonese vibe perfect for dates. Menu has affordable, filling portions with many meat and vegetarian options.
Sweet and tender honey BBQ pork stands out alongside BBQ duck and chicken. Meals often come with steamed rice, highlighting the rich flavors of the meats.
Good to know
Parking is limited; consider arriving on foot if possible.
They do not accept American Express for payment.
The lunch special offers great value for students.
Small spot serves legendary sliced beef and pulled pork sandwiches at great prices. Hole-in-the-wall vibe feels authentic and welcoming. No dine-in, just quick takeout with best ribs locals love.
Pulled pork BBQ sandwiches and sliced beef stand out here, with the sliced beef often called legendary. The place serves beef and pork ribs and offers BBQ at a great price.
Good to know
This is a take-out only restaurant.
This place has no restroom.
The place was sold out of its brisket by 8:15pm on a Friday evening.
Fast food cafeteria style with barbecue buffet offers quick, good quality BBQ and an okay Korean BBQ option. Small seating and blues music create a slightly loud vibe. Free parking makes access easy despite the compact, cold space.
Barbecue buffet line offers a quick way to get BBQ. The quality of barbecue is good and the Korean BBQ option is available but just okay.
Good to know
Expect to pay around $80 for three meals, which may not meet quality expectations.
There is plenty of free parking available in the lot.
The menu has additional charges for selecting certain meat combinations.
Cozy soul food spot feels like momma's house with walls full of black history and celebrity tributes. Barbecue chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender and flavorful, paired with classic sides like collard greens and mac and cheese. Soft R&B and gospel tunes add a nostalgic vibe that invites comfort and cultural pride.
Barbecue chicken falls off the bone and packs a lot of flavor. Options include smothered wings, jerk chicken, and fried chicken, all served with sides like collard greens, candied yams, and mac and cheese.
Good to know
Parking is limited to street parking only, with no dedicated parking lot.
The buffet option closes an hour earlier than listed online.
They charge $9.95 per pound for food, not an all-you-can-eat buffet.