Best Bbq Ribs Restaurants in Tribeca & Soho (10013)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
American Cut
A modern Tribeca steakhouse known for bold, spiced signature cuts.
Notable Picks
#1
American Cut
8.5
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A polished Tribeca steakhouse where the rib and short-rib lane delivers best as a rich, slow-cooked counterpoint to the big-steak energy. It’s the move when you want a high-design room, confident service rhythms, and a braised cut that eats like comfort food with luxury swagger.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami-spiced ribeye, Tomahawk chop, Cracker Jack sundae
What makes it special: A modern Tribeca steakhouse known for bold, spiced signature cuts.
#2
Tofu Tofu
8.4
Tofu Tofu serves up crispy, savory tofu dishes and BBQ options in a minimalist yet vibrant atmosphere. Known for its Korean-inspired flavors and freshly prepared juices, it’s a favorite for a quick, tasty bite.
Must-Try Dishes:
Korean BBQ Tofu, Tofu Bibimbap, Fresh Pressed Juices
What makes it special: Perfect mix of crispy tofu with Korean BBQ flavors.
#3
Funny BBQ 98
8.2
A casual Bowery skewer-and-combo spot where ribs show up in fast-hitting formats—short-rib skewers and foil spare ribs that lean savory and snackable. It’s best used as a quick, late-hour meat fix with a focused order rather than a full sit-down BBQ ritual.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork short rib skewer, Lamb skewer with cumin-spice profile, Garlic eggplant
What makes it special: Chinese-style BBQ skewers that play best as a shared, grill-forward meal.
8.0
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
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Hidden Gems Heaven
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A Chinatown roast-meats counter where the ribs lane shines as Cantonese-style honey pork ribs—glossy, savory-sweet, and built for takeout momentum. It’s not a smoky BBQ temple, but it’s a high-utility ribs fix when you want speed, value, and roast-meat craft.
Must-Try Dishes:
Honey roasted pork ribs, BBQ pork (char siu) over rice, Roast duck over rice
What makes it special: Cantonese honey ribs and roast meats that travel well.