Dengoes Restaurant opened in 1972, where it serves as an alternative to regular fast food dining. Specializing in Greek and American cuisines, Dengeos' mission is to create a fun and friendly atmosphere for families. Not only do they offer dine-in and carry-out options, but Dengeos also has catering options.
Dengeos has a sister location in Buffalo Grove.
Twisted Q is barbecue at its best. With menu items like the dirty dog (barbecue pulled pork on a hot dog) and 14-hour-long cooked brisket, it's enough to get any barbecue fan salivating.
And then there's the bakery half.
With an assortment of cookies and pies, any sweets-lover would be delighted to peruse the selections.
Robinson's No. 1 Ribs is a specialty restaurant in Oak Park serving up award-winning ribs and barbeque to happy customers that keep coming back. This Chicagoland institution opened in 1983 after founder Charlie Robinson won the Mike Royko Ribfest in 1982 and received incredible demand for not only his ribs but his special sauce. Ever since, Robinson's No. 1 Ribs has been pleasing crowds in-house and bottling the special sauce for distribution across the country. Visit for a Sunday buffet, a special occasion or just to satisfy that craving for quality barbecue and see what the fuss is about.
Founded in 1989, Toons Bar & Grill is a neighborhood bar on the Southport corridor just steps from Wrigley Field. Menu favorites include barbecue items, burgers, sandwiches, wraps and more.
Founded in 1998, Baby Back Blues Bar-B-Q has been Plainfield's stop for great barbecue. The restaurant features classics like ribs, pulled chicken and beef brisket, as well as its signature pulled pork. Baby Back Blues is the perfect choice when you're looking for good ol' barbecue.
"Come on in. You'll be glad you did!," is the motto of The BBQ Pit Rib House & Grill in Highland Park, an unassuming family-owned business that has been in town since 1978. While it has moved to a new location, it still retains the same "joint" type atmosphere when the late Frank Karigan opened it. Today, it is being run by his son, Gus. Local and repeat clientele have kept the business going. And they keep on coming, not only because of the feel-good jazz music or the ribs, but also because of the treatment they get.
BBQ Pit Rib House & Grill is located in a strip mall along Elm Place, not too far from the Highland Park Metra Station. Make sure to check out their jazzy website for more information.
Fat Tommy's restaurant is a local Southside favorite. It serves its famous hot dogs, ribs, pork chops, chicken, chili, fries and salads. Every dish is made to order. Fat Tommy's also has an expansive beer selection from around the world. Fat Tommy's offers indoor and outdoor patio seating.
Fodrak's is a neighborhood gyro restaurant and catering service. Specialties include authentic Kronos gyros, roasted chicken and barbecue. A patio is available for outdoor dining, and televisions play sports inside.
