Best Bbq Restaurants in Gold Coast & Old Town (60610)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
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Upscale Southern BBQ built around a serious wood-smoked program.
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8.6
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A Gold Coast barbecue destination that leans upscale in the dining room while staying classic on the smoker. It’s strongest when you build a platter-style meal around ribs and brisket, then round it out with Southern sides that hold up at scale.
Must-Try Dishes:
St. Louis-style ribs, Brisket, Bacon cheddar hush puppies
What makes it special: Upscale Southern BBQ built around a serious wood-smoked program.
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7.9
An Old Town tavern that earns its keep with long-running barbecue ribs in a classic, sports-bar setting. Come for the rib-and-sides comfort meal and treat everything else as supporting cast to the core BBQ order.
Must-Try Dishes:
BBQ baby back ribs, Courtyard potato, Onion rings
What makes it special: A ribs-first Old Town institution with a true tavern rhythm.
7.6
A fast-casual Korean BBQ counter in Old Town built for quick, grilled-to-order protein plates with punchy sauces and sides. It’s at its best as a streamlined lunch move—pick one signature protein, keep the add-ons tight, and get in and out.
Must-Try Dishes:
KFIRE Spicy Chicken Plate, Kalbi Bowl with Kimchi, Bokki Fries
What makes it special: Fast-casual Korean BBQ plates, wings, and gluten-free options in a convenient Old Town location.