Big Bore Barbecue Company – American
The air at Big Bore Barbecue Company is thick with the intoxicating scent of slow-smoldering wood, drawing guests into a rustic sanctuary where the art of the smokehouse takes center stage. Velvety brisket burnt ends and glistening, candied bacon offer a masterclass in salt and sugar, perfectly complemented by the satisfying crunch of beer-battered cheese curds and savory, smoke-kissed wings. It is a destination for unhurried indulgence, where every charred edge and bold, peppery bite celebrates the rugged spirit of authentic pit-mastery.
4th Street Northeast +17637775933 https://www.bigborebarbecue.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Dairy-Free at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Big Bore Barbecue Company in Washington has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Rings (Small), House Fries (Small) and Sweet Potato Fries (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Big Bore Barbecue Company in Washington has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Side Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Big Bore Barbecue Company in Washington has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Salad, Famous House Made Mac & Cheese (Cup) and Potato Salad (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Big Bore Barbecue Company in Washington has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Brisket Burnt Ends. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Big Bore Barbecue Company in Washington has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baby Back Ribs (Full Rack) and Coleslaw (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Big Bore Barbecue Company in Washington has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Build Your Own Burger, Baby Back Ribs (Full Rack) and Texas Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Big Bore Barbecue Company in Washington has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Salad, Big Bore Blueberry Old Fashioned and Jameson Orange Mule. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Big Bore Barbecue Company
Big Bore Barbecue Company in Washington has 15 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Salad, White Cheddar Beer Battered Cheese Curds and Famous House Made Mac & Cheese (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Big Bore Barbecue Company
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cubano | 12.1 g | 71 g |
| Smoked Caesar | 53.8 g | 62.1 g |
| BBQ Sundae | 33.1 g | 38.8 g |
| Smoked Candied Bacon (4 pieces) | 63.3 g | 38 g |
| Texas Dip | 16.3 g | 36.3 g |
| Fat Back Mac & Cheese | 19.8 g | 34.9 g |
| The Smoked Clubhouse | 77.7 g | 33.1 g |
| Southwest Salad | 67.3 g | 31 g |
| Loaded Queso Fries | 57.4 g | 30.4 g |
| Brisket Melt | 19.3 g | 28.5 g |
| Famous House Made Mac & Cheese (Cup) | 74.6 g | 27.5 g |
| Potato Salad (Cup) | 20 g | 22.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its reasonable pricing and approachable menu, guests appreciate the consistent value provided for a casual dinner. Reviewers highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff, noting that the service contributes to a pleasant
Menu
Appetizers
- Brisket Burnt Ends - $17.25: 8oz portion, cubed from the point of the brisket and slow smoked, tossed in signature Crow River Sweet Sauce, served on crispy onion strings. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Burnt Ends - $16.75: 8oz cubed pork belly, slow smoked, flash fried, tossed in signature Crow River Sweet Sauce, served on crispy onion strings.
- White Cheddar Beer Battered Cheese Curds - $14.5: Wisconsin favorite cheese curds, beer battered and fried. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Whole Smoked Wings (5 Wings) - $14.75: 5 bone-in antibiotic free whole wings, slow smoked with signature poultry rub. Choice of dry rub, buffalo or Big Bore Bourbon Sauce.
- Whole Smoked Wings (10 Wings) - $26: 10 bone-in antibiotic free whole wings, slow smoked with signature poultry rub. Choice of dry rub, buffalo or Big Bore Bourbon Sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portabella Mushroom Fries - $15.25: Breaded portabellas, deep fried and served with Big Bore Bourbon Sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Queso Fries - $16.99: House fries smothered in queso, topped with meat of choice, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Fried Tortilla Chips & Pico - $12: Deep-fried tortilla triangles served with house-made pico de gallo. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Candied Bacon (4 pieces) - $10: Sweet, smoky, and crispy meat candy. Dietary tags: Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Heat Sausage Bites - $15: Smoked sausages made from brisket trimmings and pork butt, tossed in sweet n' spicy Crow River Sauce, served over crispy onion strings.
Salads
- Smoked Caesar - $16.25: Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons, classic Caesar dressing, topped with smoked meat of choice.
- Southwest Salad - $16.25: Romaine, roasted corn, diced tomatoes, green onions, crumbled Queso Fresco, avocado-jalapeno ranch, crispy tortilla strips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Main Courses
- 3 Street Tacos - $16.5: Choice of Corn or Flour tortillas with yellow onions, fresh cilantro, fresh lime and choice of meat.
- Big Boreito - $18.75: Choice of meat, sautéed green peppers and onions, 14” flour tortilla smothered with house queso. Side of lettuce and pico de gallo.
- Meat N' Mac Boreito - $18.75: Mac ‘n cheese, queso cheese, jalapenos, Queso Fresco, and choice of smoked meat in a toasted tortilla.
- Slow-Smoked Brisket (Per Pound) - $28: Seasoned with Big Bore Signature Rub and smoked all day. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Pulled Pork (Per Pound) - $19: Texas-style slow smoked, seasoned with Big Bore Signature Rub. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Baby Back Ribs (Full Rack) - $34: Slow smoked and seasoned with Big Bore Signature Rub. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Pulled Chicken (Per Pound) - $19: Chicken thighs seasoned with poultry salt & pepper and smoked all day. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Original Texas Hot Link (Per Pound) - $17: Smoky brisket trimmings and pork butt with a kick of heat. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Fat Back Mac & Cheese - $16.25: House Made Mac & Cheese with chopped brisket, pulled pork, bacon, and a fried egg on top.
- BBQ Sundae - $17: Plate filled with pulled pork, baked beans, mac & cheese, and coleslaw. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Prime Rib Queen Cut (12oz) - $32: Slow smoked and seasoned Texas style. Served with Au Jus and 2 sides. Available Fri/Sat after 4PM.
Sandwiches
- Build Your Own Burger - $13.5: 1/2 pound of 75/25-blend Swanson ground chuck. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Texas Dip - $18.25: Smoked shaved beef, Mozzarella on a toasted hoagie, served with au jus. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken Sandwich - $13.75: Slow-smoked pulled pork or chicken on a bun.
- The Smoked Clubhouse - $16.5: Double smoked ham, pulled chicken, applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, and American cheese.
- Cubano - $16.5: Pulled Pork, shaved ham, Pepperjack, pickles, brown mustard on a toasted baguette.
- Brisket Melt - $17.5: Brisket, onion tanglers, County Road 19 BBQ sauce, and three kinds of cheese on toasted sourdough.
- Bourbon Chicken Wrap - $16.25: Smoked chicken tossed in bourbon sauce, lettuce, cheddar, tomatoes, and cucumbers in a giant flour tortilla.
Sides
- Famous House Made Mac & Cheese (Cup) - $7.25: Southern, homestyle mac & cheese with cavatappi noodles. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Potato Salad (Cup) - $6: Classic potato salad. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo
- Coleslaw (Cup) - $6: Classic, country-style slaw. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Baked Beans (Cup) - $6: Signature recipe filled with a variety of smoked meats. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
- House Fries (Small) - $6.25: Hot and crisp fries. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
- Sweet Potato Fries (Small) - $6.75: Sweet potato fries. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb
- Onion Rings (Small) - $6.75: Beer battered and golden brown. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Soy Free
- Side Salad - $8: Seasonal greens, tomato, carrots, cucumber, onion. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
- Big Bore Brussel Sprouts - $9.5: Flash fried brussel sprouts tossed in house bourbon sauce, finished with bacon bits.
Beverages
- Big Bore Bloody Mary - $18.5: Smoked Tito’s Vodka, House Mix, Pork/Beef Burnt Ends, Cheese Curds, Celery, Pickle, Olive, Candied Bacon.
- Big Bore Blueberry Old Fashioned - $9.5: Rye Bourbon, Smoked ice cube, muddled blueberry/orange, bitters. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Boregarita - $9.5: Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, Fresh lime, OJ, Sweet/Sour, Grand Marnier Float. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Kentucky Peach Tea - $9.5: Old Forester, Tito’s Vodka, Bacardi, Peach Schnapps, Sweet/Sour, Coke, Peach Slice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Jameson Orange Mule - $7: Jameson Orange, Ginger Beer and a Splash of Gingerale. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about Big Bore Barbecue Company
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Big Bore Barbecue Company has an average rating of 3.0/5.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include brisket burnt ends, pork belly burnt ends, candied bacon, beer-battered cheese curds, and whole smoked wings.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect budget-friendly American barbecue, friendly service, and popular dishes like brisket burnt ends and candied bacon.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Big Bore Barbecue Company is a budget-friendly ($) restaurant celebrated by guests for its reasonable pricing and consistent value.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://www.bigborebarbecue.com, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu is extensive, featuring diverse barbecue options and over 35 dietary categories including keto, vegan, and high-protein selections.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The restaurant is located at 10940 Highway 55, Hanover, MN 55341.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American barbecue spot is noted for its reasonable pricing and consistent value despite an average 3.0/5 rating.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with high-protein brisket, keto-friendly smoked meats, and versatile sides like vegan house fries and salads.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its slow-smoldering wood smokehouse techniques, featuring specialty items like brisket burnt ends and candied bacon.
- Is Big Bore Barbecue Company dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Big Bore Barbecue Company has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Rings (Small), House Fries (Small) and Sweet Potato Fries (Small).
- What can I eat at Big Bore Barbecue Company on a dairy-free diet?
- Onion Rings (Small), House Fries (Small) and Sweet Potato Fries (Small) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Big Bore Barbecue Company have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Side Salad and Big Bore Blueberry Old Fashioned.
- Is Big Bore Barbecue Company gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Big Bore Barbecue Company?
- Cubano, at roughly 71g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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