Kelley's BBQ – American
The air at Kelley's BBQ is thick with the intoxicating scent of hickory smoke, drawing diners into a space where the art of low-and-slow cooking is celebrated with every savory plate. Succulent slabs of St. Louis style ribs and tender, bark-crusted brisket take center stage alongside smoky prime rib and hand-pulled pork that melt away with deep, wood-fired flavor. This soulful destination brings together hearty portions and time-honored techniques to create a quintessential barbecue experience that feels both rustic and deeply satisfying.
West Division Street +14252388515 http://www.kelleysbbq.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, 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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Kelley's BBQ
Dairy-Free at Kelley's BBQ
Kelley's BBQ in Chicago has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip, Fresh Fruit Medley and California Dill Potato Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Kelley's BBQ
Kelley's BBQ in Chicago has 13 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip, Fresh Fruit Medley and Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Kelley's BBQ
Kelley's BBQ in Chicago has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip, Fresh Fruit Medley and Home Spun Fresh Apple Crisp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Kelley's BBQ
Kelley's BBQ in Chicago has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Fruit Medley, Pulled Chicken and Smoked Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Kelley's BBQ
Kelley's BBQ in Chicago has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulled Chicken, Beef Brisket and St. Louis Style Ribs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Kelley's BBQ
Kelley's BBQ in Chicago has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip, Pulled Chicken and Garden Fresh Green Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Kelley's BBQ
Kelley's BBQ in Chicago has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulled Chicken, St. Louis Style Ribs and Summer Coleslaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Kelley's BBQ
Kelley's BBQ in Chicago has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip, Fresh Fruit Medley and Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette. 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 Kelley's BBQ
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| California Dill Potato Salad | 50 g | 28.6 g |
| Cowboy Beans | 0 g | 23.5 g |
| Fresh Fruit Medley | 30.5 g | 22.6 g |
| Cloud Nine Peanut Butter Pie | 37.6 g | 21.6 g |
| Fiesta Corn | 0 g | 21 g |
| Veggie Lasagna | 20 g | 19.2 g |
| Cheese & Cracker Assortment Platter | 87.5 g | 19.1 g |
| Artichoke Dip | 20.7 g | 18.6 g |
| Beef Brisket | 4.8 g | 15.6 g |
| Pulled Chicken | 0 g | 15.6 g |
| Smoked Chicken | 0 g | 14.6 g |
| Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies | 145.3 g | 14.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its cozy atmosphere and perfectly seasoned menu, guests consistently praise the exceptional appetizers as standout dishes that set the tone for a high-quality meal. Reviewers highlight the professional and efficient service, noting that the staff ensures a seamless experience from the first course through the main. This neighborhood favorite is lauded for its warm ambiance and reliable flavors, making it a must-visit destination where diners recommend securing a reservation in advance to enjoy the well-balanced offerings.
Menu
Meat Selections
Southern Style Woodpit BBQ meats. Pricing varies by catering tier (Economy $19+, Standard $28+, Deluxe $34+).
- Beef Brisket - $19: Slow-smoked beef brisket Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hickory Smoked Prime Rib - $34: Prime rib smoked with hickory wood
- Pork Tenderloin - $28 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- St. Louis Style Ribs - $28: Pork ribs cut in St. Louis style Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Pork Baby Back Ribs - $34 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Pulled Pork - $19: Slow-smoked shredded pork Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Smoked Chicken - $19 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Chicken - $19 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Ham - $19 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Smoked Hot Dog - $19 Available at: dinner, lunch
Hors d'Oeuvres
- Artichoke Dip - $19 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese & Cracker Assortment Platter - $19 Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip - $19 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Items
- Cowboy Beans - $19 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fiesta Corn - $19 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Ribbon Green Beans - $19 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fluffy Corn Bread Muffins - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $19: Homemade macaroni and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Lasagna - $28 Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Garden Fresh Green Salad - $19 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $19 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette - $19 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Napa Broccoli with Cranberry Raisins - $19 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Dill Potato Salad - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Summer Coleslaw - $19 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Fruit Medley - $19 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Desserts
- Home Spun Fresh Apple Crisp - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Cloud Nine Peanut Butter Pie - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- French Custard Pear Pie - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Southern Key Lime Pie - $19 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Kansas Dirt - $19 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Double Fudge Brownie - $19 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies - $19 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Chocolate Chip Cookie - $19 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelley's BBQ
- Is Kelley's BBQ dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Kelley's BBQ has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip, Fresh Fruit Medley and California Dill Potato Salad.
- What can I eat at Kelley's BBQ on a dairy-free diet?
- Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip, Fresh Fruit Medley and California Dill Potato Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 16 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Kelley's BBQ have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Farmer's Fresh Vegetable Tray with Dip and Fresh Fruit Medley.
- Is Kelley's BBQ gluten-free?
- 13 dishes are 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 Kelley's BBQ?
- California Dill Potato Salad, at roughly 28.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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