Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
BBQ Joint$$$$
Central Business District, Rochester
The ribs at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is a can't miss
"Must get 13 wings, split it up, half wango tango, half honey BBQ."(4 Tips)
"Get a side of Cajun Corn... absolutely amazing!!!"(4 Tips)
"Get the Tres Niños to sample the brisket, ribs, & pulled pork."(17 Tips)
"Ribs, Mac n Cheese, Belgian Ale are some of the must try."(39 Tips)
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Rich SakalasJanuary 6, 2015Fantastic brisket and pulled pork (who am I kidding, everything's great)! Great selection of beers on tap. A must when you're in Rochester.Upvoted Mar 24
GrantOctober 29, 2014Get the Tres Niños to sample the brisket, ribs, & pulled pork. All were pretty good, but slathered in sauce, so that's mainly what you're tasting. The Mac&Cheese has a spice to it and was very good!
What's Good HereAugust 8, 2014If you're biking the Erie Canal bike trail, great BBQ is not far away. Take a detour towards this location overlooking the picturesque Genesee River and you won't regret it.- Greg MattisonJuly 17, 2013Amazing food. The Tres Ninos plate was awesome and a ton of food. The Wango sauce was very good, a little spicy which is exactly what I was looking for. Mac n cheese side was fantastic.
RachelMarch 4, 2013It is BEYOND worth the hype. Hands down best BBQ I've had. BBQ salmon, collard greens, beans, Mac n cheese, sweet tea...and the cornbread...ah lord it was good! Come hungry!
So much great food to choose from. Best to call ahead and make a reservation to get around the long waits. Also keep in mind that it's usually a pretty loud atmosphere.
Bob Von Der LinnApril 29, 2014Beef brisket is very good. Cajun corn & baked beans sides. Match with a Southern Tier 2XIPA and you've got a great meal. Garlic chipotle sauce has great flavor but is very hot
Andrew CMay 23, 2018Been to few different locations and definitely would rate this spot as #2 (behind Syracuse)... staff was quick and friendly + obv the food was phenomenal and filling!!!
Fernando P.June 26, 2013Jim is awesome & personable. He's been here for years and even though I don't come to Rochester much he remembers me well. He knows what I tend to order. Which is amazing in itself. Thanks Jim!
Stephanie CurdAugust 6, 2013Take advantage and order one of the plates so you can sample more than one meat and the sides! Baked beans are amazing! The bar-b-que is tender and very good, though not the BEST I've ever had.
Amazing food and outstanding funk and blues! Everything here, including the atmosphere, is awesome! 🎶
The Dino's wings are dry-rubbed, smoked, grilled, and slathered in your choice of sauce (the Jerk Glaze is a great new addition). Usually available after lunch due to the long time in the smoker.
Brandon HostetlerAugust 23, 2013Be sure to get the BBQ wings as an appetizer... They are the best wings I've ever had! I took two orders to go with me to eat later in the night!!
Chelsea FultzFebruary 23, 2014The food is amazing. We went on a Saturday night and the wait was an hour but it was well worth it. The waitresses are very friendly and accurate!
Mary VaccaSeptember 19, 2014Everything is good here. The pulled pork is so good. Spicy corn rocks. Really, there are no bad choices. Even the sides are special.
Scott SturmMay 15, 2023Brisket was a tiny bit dry but had tons of great flavor and smoke to it. The mac and cheese is amazing!- Tom CometFebruary 19, 2018When I get delivery on GrubHub, I always ask for extra sauce in the notes. They don't sauce their meats very heavily, so I like a little extra.
Sharon ChenAugust 13, 2016Hard to go wrong here, and portions are more filling than they first seem. Ribs and pulled pork are delicious.
Peter RauhJuly 7, 2017BBQ!! all of it. The brisket and Beef ribs stood out to me. Cornbread was moist and good, too.
Tom MorganApril 15, 2016Had Family Style Ribs, Brisket, Chicken, Greens, BBQ Beans, Corn, more. Always good. Get there EARLY!
Best BBQ in Rochester, NY. It is also one of the best BBQ joints in the state of NY if you ask me...- Tom CometFebruary 19, 2018Surprisingly, my favorite dish isn't the bbq but the creole deviled eggs! I have cravings for them all the time!
- Always a noisy, fun place to dine. Be prepared to wait. The Big Ass pulled pork is a favorite.
Jesse BaldridgeJune 1, 2021The 1/2 party platter is absolutely the best bang for your buck. Everything is delicious.
Bram BessoffJuly 19, 2013Best brisket, chicken lovers try the Rajun Cajun, everyone try the fries and get a bottle of sauce to go.
Deb PerezJuly 22, 2016Ribs and pulled pork are great. I tried a local blueberry ale and it was fantastic.
Ron LevenbergJune 17, 2016I've always liked Dinosaur Bar-B-Que. This week, I also had dinner at Sticky Lips and I have to say that Sticky Lips was much better.
Nicholas HarnessSeptember 18, 2013Great food. I've yet to find something on the menu that isn't great. The Pork Sket is definitely worth a try.
Moe DexlerNovember 14, 2014Awesome food here. I did not know what to order, so I got the combo platter. So good!!
Jon EdicolaApril 20, 2014Bar and live music are great. If you're a fan of poutine you won't be disappointed either!
Ribs are a natural. But they also have a great smoked portobello sandwich!
Sarah K. QuinnAugust 10, 2013Try the Dinosaur Poutine - So amazing! Covered in meat and #gravy with chunks of %cheesy goodness. Highly recommended!- Michael OJune 11, 2015Their ribs and pulled pork is amazing. I sometimes order food there and another when I leave.
- Great food & great atmosphere. If the wait for a table is too long, you can also order at the to-go counter.
Kristin L.August 26, 2012The ribs are obviously great. The cornbread is amazing, too. & gross as it may sound get the sweet potato/pecan pie.
TheSavvyPassengerNovember 8, 2011The ribs are infamous and the sides are all homemade recipes.... Bring your appetite! Live Blues and Jazz at dinner... Open until midnight
Melody Newhard-KirkOctober 26, 2012Thanks to my daughter who RIT student had my first dinner experience there was awesome the best ribs I have ever eaten
Chris IsaacAugust 13, 2011If they have it, you MUST get the Cheddar Ale Soup and an Ape Hanger Ale. Pour a little of the Ape Hanger in and stir before eating :-)
Bob Von Der LinnAugust 26, 2014The food is awesome, there's a great beer selection and be sure to meet Renee at the bar!
Gotta have the Spiceman's Sandwich... Smoked Turkey, Pulled Pork, melted Provolone cheese...simply fantastic! Oh, and don't forget about the Gumbo, or the Ancho Tortilla Soup!!!
- Ian FrankJanuary 3, 2015Beef brisket is great. Great barbeque. I would like to see craft beer on tap tho.
Brianna WinzenburgFebruary 22, 2019Yummm. Definitely gets the wings! The ribs are also pretty good too! :)
ChyrellJanuary 1, 2014If you are going to order the traditional sampler, do not eat appetizers or else you won't finish your food.
Marc MayerJuly 31, 2015If you order like Macho Man Randy Savage, there is definitely a chance that your server will love you. Then again, you're not Randy Savage. Never will be. Have some ribs anyway.
Kaleigh NeubergerFebruary 20, 2012AMAZING BBQ. Can't forget to mention that the mac and cheese, cajun corn, corn bread, & drunken shrimp are fantastic!!
Good beer list with great prices. Great bbq and side dishes. Cool location. A must if you are in Rochester.Suggested local beer: Anything Rohrbach. (Especially Vanilla Porter or Scotch Ale)
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