Discover the top 2 highest-rated dining experiences
Find the 2 best places for bbq in River North. Curated list of top-rated restaurants serving exceptional bbq.
River North's Premier BBQ Destinations
River North serves as a premier destination for those seeking authentic American barbecue in the heart of the city. You can enjoy everything from the meticulously smoked meats at Blackwood BBQ to the famously irreverent and high-energy dining experience found at Dick's Last Resort. This curated selection highlights the neighborhood's best spots to indulge in savory ribs, brisket, and classic comfort food.
2 restaurants in Best BBQ in River North | Top 2 Spots
- Dick's Last Resort — American: This rowdy, high-energy haunt invites diners to shed their inhibitions and dive headfirst into a world of unapologetic comfort food and boisterous camaraderie. Heaping mounds of "Macho Nachos" and buckets of "Drunken Shrimp" anchor tables where the scent of tangy BBQ sauce mingles with the sound of raucous laughter, creating a spirited atmosphere that celebrates the messy, unrefined joy of a true Southern-style feast.
- Blackwood BBQ — American: The rich, intoxicating aroma of slow-smoldering wood fills the air at Blackwood BBQ, where the craft of the pitmaster takes center stage from the first light of dawn. Tender ribbons of beef brisket and succulent pulled meats anchor a menu that reimagines tradition, offering everything from hearty morning breakfast wraps to vibrant tacos piled high with smoky Mikeska sausage or savory jackfruit. It is a soulful destination where charred burnt ends and signature rubs create a symphony of deep, smoky flavors, inviting guests to savor the rustic essence of authentic pit-to-table dining.
