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Hometown Bar-B-Que

BBQ Joint$$$$

Red Hook, Brooklyn

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Hometown Bar-B-Que

9.2^/10

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Ranked #1 for BBQ joints in Brooklyn
Has a stamp of approval from Bon Appetit Magazine and Eater
"Top 3 bbq in NYC worth the ResdHook trek."(13 Tips)
"Their pastrami bacon is new and melts in your mouth."(13 Tips)
"Get the lamb belly in addition to everything else."(31 Tips)
"Outstanding beef rib, good brisket, pickles, potato salad"(74 Tips)

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Dave KaplanMay 15, 2016
if u come here on a Saturday expect a longer wait than Space Mountain before they introduced the Fast Pass. it is a soul crushing wait and even if this meal is amazing it will not have been worth it
Christine LFebruary 13, 2017
The brisket and bacon were incredibly tender, and the Vietnamese wings were on point 👌 And, don't forget the corn bread!
Rasheda EdnessApril 12, 2016
My buddy put me on to this spot and yes I enjoyed the food but it was way too heavy 4 me. I just can't eat like that anymore. Highly recommend if u r a big eater
Todd BBQDecember 8, 2013
Just had the mist incredible BBQ beef rib possible in my life. Fall off the bone is just the beginning. The smoke flavor and Carmelites crispy end are just wonderful.
CITY GRITAugust 9, 2014
Order like a pro - Brisket, Beef Ribs, Hot Links, Smoked Chicken Wings, Collards, Mac & Cheese, Cornbread and the Robicellis’s Chocolate Pudding Pie for dessert.
Colin M. FordApril 2, 2017
Been here 5+ times
There is no doubt that this is the best BBQ in the entire city. It even smells right. If you buy a t-shirt you'll smell like a wood fire for a week.
Big WittMay 31, 2016
Staff is very friendly, ribs practically falls off the bone the meat is so tender & the banna cream pudding dessert is CRACK , meaning I had to hold myself back from getting another one.
Lyn HastingsSeptember 28, 2014
The beef rib is like a prehistoric dinosaur bone dripping with juicy goodness. Great char on the outside. The coleslaw made a perfect combo. Totally worth the line!
DavideSeptember 17, 2018
Tender brisket and juicy spare ribs. The cornbread was delicious too. Be ready for a long queue over the weekend, but it's totally worth it.
Rachel LandeMay 11, 2014
Amaziness-food, atmosphere and live music. Brisket melts in your mouth and sides just as good. Wanted to try beef ribs, but ran out. Will be coming back.
MariDecember 14, 2015
Great brisket. Good spare ribs. Skip the sausage. If you like queso definitely get the Mac and cheese.
Monday LisaJuly 1, 2018
Beef rib and queso Mac - you’ll wait an hour so get the Bloody Mary on line
Gracie SchamusSeptember 23, 2018
Everything but the potato salad!! That was a bit strange for me. The Korean sticky ribs, the beans, everything was #1 in the history of barbecue for me:))
F. BastardSeptember 20, 2019
A tie with Hill Country for best brisket in the city. Succulent, smoky, and peppery. The pit beans with burnt ends are really good too!
Brittany LannanMay 30, 2015
Beef rib, pulled pork, brisket. Skip the chicken and coleslaw. Mac n cheese is pretty good too. Don't take too long to order at the bar or else the bartender will get sassy
Russell HirschornJanuary 8, 2017
Everything was good, nothing was wow. Spare ribs ok, brisket good, lamb belly unique. Collard greens and mac nice. The little service they offer was complete crap. Dont go out of your way.
First We FeastAugust 3, 2014
Go on a Friday or Saturday night to catch live country-blues bands on stage while you prepare to do battle with a platter full of glistening meats. Read more
Nick TurbideAugust 3, 2018
Don’t miss: lamb belly, brisket (every order comes with burnt ends 🤤), smoked wings, bbq beans, slaw and the cornbread with honey.
Selom AApril 13, 2016
The brisket and the lamb belly. Cornbread was nothing special...yet (just a recipe tweak ;)). Great array of sauces and love the musicians they book.
Sam GilMarch 26, 2017
Beef rib is what's worth the trip + long wait. Brisket really good with the sauce. Chicken also solid.
Tasting TableSeptember 26, 2014
Order the beef ribs. They are massive—extremely rich, pleasingly salty meat under a black cloak of pepper. Right down to the bone, the flavors of smoke are sweet and lush and long. Read more
Chad HornerMarch 5, 2018
absolutely worth the trip to Red Hook. show up a bit before noon on a weekend to beat the insane lines!
Kate FurmanJuly 20, 2015
Try the brisket, pastrami bacon, and lamb belly. Get a side of whiskey pickles to cut the grease.
Adam SmithAugust 19, 2016
Order the brisket. Order the Italian sausage. Order the beans. Order the pickles. Order the slaw. Have a cold beer. Eat, drink, be happy.
F. BastardDecember 9, 2019
The lamb belly in the banh mi was tasty but so oily it drenched the bread in lamb fat; I couldn't finish it. Next time, I'll stick with the (excellent) brisket.
What's Good HereMay 1, 2015
Start with the brisket or spare ribs, but be sure to get a side of Texas Style Queso Mac & Cheese. Very rich and creamy.
David BrahlerJuly 19, 2015
Get the brisket, lamb belly, sticky ribs, collard greens, Mac and cheese, and beans.
Lee SimpsonMay 2, 2017
Everything here is amazing and the dudes that run the food counter are awesome. Jerk Ribs are worth a look and the brisket is aces.
Leah HammerschlagOctober 21, 2015
The lamb Bahn mi is amazing, worth the trip. The brisket was good w sauce but I like Fette Sau's better. Wings are great too.
Brian AcevesMarch 1, 2019
The best you can do for yourself is get two large orders of the Mac and Cheese. One is not enough. Even if you’re like “oh one’s enough”.
J CrowleyApril 6, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The line from the top of the ramp is about a 45-50 min wait. So grab a beer my friend. Good things come to those who dream about BBQ
First We FeastAugust 3, 2014
Barbecue is food that requires some elbow room, and this massive, American flag-draped Red Hook space sets the scene for the type of rollicking Texas roadhouse vibe that's so hard to bottle. Read more
José DucósOctober 3, 2016
The line moves slow but worth the wait. Be sure to ask for some bread slices with your meat. It's free!
Thomas MoJune 14, 2015
Brisket was not as fatty as some other places, but the thick black crust was like no other place. Deserves it's spot as NYC's best brisket. Lamb belly was also good.
jake furstFebruary 6, 2015
so dang good. ribs, brisket, mac, collards were all excellent. have one person wait in food line while other goes to the bar to get your dranks.
Sonny KwokMarch 14, 2017
The beef rib and brisket is why you're going all the way out there, but it's not for the faint of heart
Brian AcevesMarch 1, 2019
The best thing you can do for yourself is get two orders of the Mac and Cheese. One is not enough. Even if you’re like “Oh, one’s plenty.”
ChrîsApril 15, 2016
The brisket, collard greens, mac and cheese. Delish cornbear and sriracha wings. Grab a bloody mary. Your clothes will wreak of smoke FYI.
Kelsey✨April 24, 2017
The line can be intimidating, but grab a drink (or 2) from the bar and stick it out. The brisket is worth the wait
Alex PyatetskyJuly 17, 2017
On a national scale, 8/10. All meats done well - texture, bark, smokiness, etc. Complaint = sauces. All too sweet. No proper vinegar option. Sauce dep't reminds of American Chinese food at times.
Dan PyatetskyOctober 29, 2019
Everything is great, but the unexpected favorites are lamb belly and Oaxacan chicken. Obviously get brisket/ribs/beef rib too.
Alex StillJuly 8, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Super moist brisket, awesome beef rib and tasty sides. Great atmosphere for chilling with some 'cue and beer.
ShahJune 13, 2015
Hands down the best BBQ in NYC. The spare ribs are out of this world.
MarcJuly 28, 2014
TT Top Jerk Chicken: Half a rack of tender oak-smoked baby-back ribs that have soaked up a hot and sweet jerk marinade ($15). They're finished on charcoal
Jonathan L.January 8, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Brooklyn bbq joints are highly overrated, but not this place. Their beef rib, which came out of a dinosaur, is delicious. Debating pork belly or pulled pork? Pulled pork is the better option. Enjoy
Boris BaldingerApril 26, 2014
This is the most awesome BBQ place I have been so far. Hard to get to from Manhatten, but totally worth it. The. Eef rips are just yum!
Martin JonassonMay 30, 2019
Amazing BBQ and be ready to queue for it. Try brisket, ribs, potato salad, cornbread and mac & cheese.
MissKris 🎀 1011July 19, 2014
This place is for sure better than dinosaur BBQ. The Mac n Cheeseis awesome and the siracha wings are amazing. The jerk ribs are perfect!!!
EdAugust 20, 2017
This is the best beef ribs in New York had to take a bite out of it before my picture
Taj BaileyJuly 6, 2018
Beef Ribs & Brisket are LEGIT!!! The corn bread, mac & cheese 👍🏾

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