LD's BBQ – American
The air at LD’s BBQ is thick with the intoxicating perfume of slow-burning wood and savory spice, drawing diners into a rustic sanctuary dedicated to the low-and-slow art of the pit. Towering sandwiches like the Drake and the McFarland overflow with ribbons of tender, smoke-kissed brisket and succulent pulled meats, where glistening bark and melt-in-your-mouth textures take center stage. Every bite captures the soulful essence of the smokehouse, offering a hearty, hands-on experience that celebrates the deep, charred flavors of traditional barbecue.
Energy Drive, East Troy, Wisconsin 53120 https://ldsbbq.com/Rating: 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, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at LD's BBQ
Dairy-Free at LD's BBQ
LD's BBQ in East Troy has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 1/4 Chicken, Coleslaw per LB and Full Service Catering (Per Person). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at LD's BBQ
LD's BBQ in East Troy has 15 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 1/4 Chicken, Coleslaw per LB and Full Service Catering (Per Person). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at LD's BBQ
LD's BBQ in East Troy has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw per LB, Small Mac-N-Cheese and Corn Bread (8 Pieces). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at LD's BBQ
LD's BBQ in East Troy has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Drake, Smoked Sausage (4 links) and Chocolate Chunk Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at LD's BBQ
LD's BBQ in East Troy has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw per LB and Smoked Sausage (4 links). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at LD's BBQ
LD's BBQ in East Troy has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw per LB, Small Mac-N-Cheese and Smoked Sausage (4 links). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at LD's BBQ
LD's BBQ in East Troy has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw per LB and Smoked Sausage (4 links). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at LD's BBQ
LD's BBQ in East Troy has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soft Drink (16 oz) and Sweet Tea (16 oz). 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 LD's BBQ
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| The Drake | 0 g | 69.6 g |
| Catering Pick-up (Per Person) | 71 g | 46.8 g |
| Pulled Pork per LB | 27.4 g | 45.6 g |
| Full Service Catering (Per Person) | 55 g | 41.3 g |
| Sliced Brisket Sandwich | 71.6 g | 39.2 g |
| Sliced Brisket per LB | 34.8 g | 31.1 g |
| Ribs-N-Beans per LB | 17.4 g | 24.3 g |
| Chocolate Chunk Cookie | 0 g | 22.4 g |
| Smoked Sausage (4 links) | 3.4 g | 21.4 g |
| Corn Bread (8 Pieces) | 37.1 g | 20 g |
| Potato Salad per LB | 38.1 g | 15 g |
| Sweet Tea (16 oz) | 0.1 g | 13.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the incredible food and satisfying portions, frequently highlighting the high quality and consistency of the menu. Guests love the relaxed vibe that makes for a memorable evening, while reviewers consistently praise the prompt and knowledgeable service provided by the attentive staff. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere
Menu
Sandwiches
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $10.95: Savory pulled pork with signature seasoning, served on a Kaiser roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Chicken Sandwich - $12.5: Juicy chicken served on a Kaiser roll with one side. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Sausage Sandwich - $8.95: LD's special blend sausage served on a Kaiser roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sliced Brisket Sandwich - $13.95: Cut to order juicy brisket served on a Kaiser roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
Deluxe Sandwiches
- Combo Sandwich - $13.95: 1/2 Pork & 1/2 sliced brisket on a hoagie roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Drake - $14.95: Pork, chicken, and brisket on a hoagie roll with one side. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wehrheim - $13.95: Extra portion of pork on a hoagie roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Robin - $14.95: Extra portion of chicken on a hoagie roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
- McFarland - $14.95: 1/2 Pork & 1/2 Chicken on a hoagie roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shane - $14.95: 1/2 pulled Chicken & 1/2 Sliced Brisket on a hoagie roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Darby - $15.95: Extra portion of brisket on a hoagie roll with one side. Available at: dinner, lunch
Samplers and Dinners
- Super Sampler - $37.5: 1/2 Rack of Ribs, 1/4 Chicken, 6 oz. Sliced Brisket, 6 oz. Pulled Pork, LD's Signature Sausage, All 4 Sides. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Original Sampler - $29.95: 1/4 Rack of Ribs, 1/4 Chicken, 6 oz. Sliced Brisket, LD's Signature Sausage & 2 Sides. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 Rack Ribs Dinner - $12.5: Served with two sides. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Rack Ribs Dinner - $16.5: Served with two sides. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Full Rack Ribs Dinner - $26.95: Served with two sides. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Order Rib Tips Dinner - $13.95: One pound of rib meat with two sides. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Full Order Rib Tips Dinner - $20.95: Two pounds of rib meat with two sides. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialties
- Mac-N-Cheese Dinner - $15.5: Topped with choice of pulled pork, pulled chicken, or sausage. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - 1/2 Order - $7.95: Topped with choice of pulled pork or pulled chicken. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - Whole Order - $14.5: Topped with choice of pulled pork or pulled chicken. Available at: dinner, lunch
Meats by the Pound
- Smoked Sausage (4 links) - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork per LB - $21.95 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Chicken per LB - $24.95 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sliced Brisket per LB - $27.95 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 Chicken - $7 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Chicken - $10.95 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Chicken - $17.95 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Small Mac-N-Cheese - $5.75: No meat. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad per LB - $5.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw per LB - $5.75 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Bread (8 Pieces) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ribs-N-Beans per LB - $8.75 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese Side - $6.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Soft Drink (16 oz) - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Sweet Tea (16 oz) - $2.5: Seasonal item. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Domestic Beer - $3.5
- Craft Beer - $4
Desserts
- Banana Pudding - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Chunk Cookie - $1.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Catering
- Catering Pick-up (Per Person) - $18.5: Includes choice of 2 meats (Brisket, Pork, or Chicken) and 2 sides (Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Ribs n' Beans, or Cornbread). Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Full Service Catering (Per Person) - $28.5: Includes meat, sides, servers, smoker, buffet line, and utensils. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about LD's BBQ
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the Drake and McFarland brisket sandwiches, pulled pork, smoked sausage, and the full order of rib tips.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers excellent value, with diners consistently raving about the high-quality food, satisfying portions, and perfect 5.0/5 rating.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors can expect budget-friendly, high-quality American BBQ with satisfying portions, prompt service, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- With a perfect 5.0/5 rating, this budget-friendly American smokehouse stands out for its high-quality brisket, consistent service, and extensive dietary options.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- LD’s BBQ offers a welcoming, rustic sanctuary with a relaxed vibe and a soulful, hands-on smokehouse experience.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Smoked Sausage (4 links) accommodates keto and gluten-free diets, while Mac-N-Cheese and sandwiches provide high-protein and nut-free options.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews for LD's BBQ mention no concerns, instead consistently praising the incredible food quality, satisfying portions, and prompt service.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- LD's BBQ offers a casual dining experience with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and budget-friendly pricing ($) for its hearty smokehouse menu.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- With a 5.0/5 rating, this restaurant accommodates mixed diets with keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian options like smoked sausage and banana pudding.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is suitable for families due to its budget-friendly pricing, welcoming atmosphere, relaxed vibe, and satisfying portions.
- Is LD's BBQ dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. LD's BBQ has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 1/4 Chicken, Coleslaw per LB and Full Service Catering (Per Person).
- What can I eat at LD's BBQ on a dairy-free diet?
- 1/4 Chicken, Coleslaw per LB and Full Service Catering (Per Person) 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 LD's BBQ have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Soft Drink (16 oz) and Sweet Tea (16 oz).
- Is LD's BBQ gluten-free?
- 15 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 LD's BBQ?
- The Drake, at roughly 69.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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