Chicago Q is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

1. Chicago Q

8.5
1160 N Dearborn St (at W Division St.), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Near North Side · 167 tips and reviews

Stevie C.Stevie C.: They have bottomless mimosas here. I WILL be back for brunch. Oh, and the brisket sandwich is amazing but the baby back ribs are life changing.

Ashley R.Ashley Rudolph: Macaroni was yummy so were the baby back ribs 😍

Toland H.Toland Hon: The competition baby back ribs are mouth wateringly amazing!

Smoque BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

2. Smoque BBQ

9.2
3800 N Pulaski Rd (at Grace St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Old Irving Park · 232 tips and reviews

T. S.T. Smith: The baby back ribs & pulled pork sandwich-5 stars!!!!!

Tony J.Tony Jung: Try the St. Louis Baby Back Ribs

John K.John K: Best brisket I have had outside of Texas/OK/Kansas area. Baby back ribs were tasty too! I like my ribs dry so I really like the fact that they put the sauce on the side. Parking very limited.

Smoke Daddy is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

3. Smoke Daddy

8.6
1804 W Division St (btwn Wood St & Honore St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Wicker Park · 147 tips and reviews

Adam B.Adam Bitner: Everyone claims their ribs fall off the bone, but these literally do. Best baby back ribs I've had in town.

Kurt U.Kurt Uhlir: Order a full slab of baby back ribs. They may be the best in the city. Then, choose your favorite of their sauces to add

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Reserve your hunger for “The Rib Sampler,” a huge plate of baby back ribs, spareribs and rib tips. Don’t worry: The pink, smoky meat pulls off the bone easily, so you’ll clean your plate. Read more.

Sapori Trattoria is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

4. Sapori Trattoria

8.1
2701 N Halsted St (at Schubert Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Park West · 89 tips and reviews

David K.David Kadavy: Nomm the Milk & Honey Baby Back Ribs Read more.

Khris L.Khris Lee: Milk and Honey Baby Back Ribs...so gooood.....

Elyse C.Elyse Cantor: Chef Anthony is the best, and they have a fantastic wine selection- especially the reds. Ask the waiter for a recommendation, they're always very knowledgable!

Backyard Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

5. Backyard Grill

7.4
6355 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · North Park · 13 tips and reviews

Jill R.Jill Rettberg: The baby back ribs are really, really good. You wouldn't think it from the outside of the place, but yummy.

You've G.You've Gottagetit: Wonderful barbecue chicken! The feta filo roll-up is delish!!

John V.John V: Try the food it's great

Shop & Save Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

6. Shop & Save Market

7.7
5829 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL
Supermarket · Garfield Ridge · 11 tips and reviews

Angel P.Angel Pilkin: Excellent selection of hard salami, and good cuts of meat especially the baby back ribs. They have a hot food service area that sells you a full meal for 6.99. It is an excellent place to shop.

TracyTracy: Buy your fruit at Shop & Save because you really save money! The fruit is normally fresh and reasonable.

Sofia F.Sofia Frias: Love shopping here! Food is always fresh and doesn't leave a hole in your pocket. You get great deals for your bucks!!!

Markethouse Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

7. Markethouse Restaurant

7.6
611 N Fairbanks Ct (btwn Ohio St. & Ontario St.), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 46 tips and reviews

Scott A.Scott Anderson: Squash risotto a surprisingly rich and flavorful dish. Baby back ribs are well done and served with fries, Cole slaw and fire roasted corn on the cob. Delicious!

Melanie V.Melanie V: Best.service.ever! Loved our waiter. <3 1/2 priced martinis and appetizers on Wednesday!

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: For a refined version of classic Americana, dip into the mac & cheese featuring farmstead white cheddar & smoked bacon or the grilled flatiron steak with a shallot and whole-grain mustard marmalade. Read more.

Lillie's Q is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

8. Lillie's Q

7.9
1856 W North Ave (at Wolcott Ave), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Bucktown · 119 tips and reviews

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: Try the Baby Back Ribs

TammyTammy: disappointed by the dry & tough baby back ribs (couldn't even cut thru w/fork & knife), tri-tip too thick, and soggy fried pickles. if you've had real bbq, don't waste your time here.

VinnieVinnie: The tri-tip sandwich is excellent. You can't go wrong. Nice craft beer selection too!

Buddy Guy's Legends is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

9. Buddy Guy's Legends

8.7
700 S Wabash Ave (at Balbo Dr.), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · South Loop · 140 tips and reviews

Deeps M.Deeps M: Cannot recommend the baby back ribs enough. Best I've had in the south loop.

Leandro A.Leandro Araujo: Probably the most comfortable live music bar I've ever been... a MUST go if you're in Chicago.

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Local and international legends play here, and Buddy Guy himself graces the stage of his authentic blues club, where memorabilia like B.B. King and John Lee Hooker’s guitars complete the atmosphere. Read more.

Mas Alla Del Sol is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

10. Mas Alla Del Sol

8.7
5848 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Edgewater · 10 tips and reviews

MeganMegan: This place is amazing! So yum! Great margaritas and the guac is de-lish!

Joseph N.Joseph Najera: Great authentic Mexican food and the best Margarita (not a pre-made sugar mix) and cocktails on the North side!! Ask Ardit to make you the awesome whiskey sour with pulque, and don't forget to tip!

Autumn C.Autumn Choi: A bit pricey but worth it- really good enchiladas, salsa, and margaritas

Fox's Beverly Pub is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

11. Fox's Beverly Pub

8.4
9956 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Beverly · 11 tips and reviews

Chris S.Chris Swingler: A good 'za. I think next time I'll order it well done and it will be perfect. (To beat: Wells Bros in Racine, WI)

Simon & SchusterSimon & Schuster: Al Capone’s sister had a deli here. Now, it’s a family joint that manages to be BOTH Irish & Italian, with great pizza and terrific corned beef. This is the oldest of the 4 Fox’s restaurants. Read more.

Kenneth B.Kenneth Barnes: Great pizza

Miller's Ale House - Norridge is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

12. Miller's Ale House - Norridge

8.0
4474 N Harlem Ave (Agatite Avenue and Harlem Avenue), Norridge, IL
Restaurant · Northwest Side · 4 tips and reviews

Carina N.Carina Navarro: Very good food with good size portions that won't hurt your wallet. The desserts are awesome. I suggest the Captain Jacks Buried Treasure. It's big enough to share!

Roslyn R.Roslyn Redmond: The ribs, steaks, calamari. The dinner menu offers great choices. Lunch menu needs improvements. Very pleasant environment.

Bob D.Bob DeGraff: Good fries and good service. The blackened chicken sandwich was a little mild on the flavor.

Bohica Bar & Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

13. Bohica Bar & Grill

8.2
5518 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL
Night Club · Garfield Ridge · 6 tips and reviews

Ashley W.Ashley Walton: Awesome DJ, great variety!

Heather F.Heather Folsom: Maria the bartender is awesome & super friendly! Lots of craft beers on tap too!

Tiger O.Tiger O'stylie: Try the grilled cheese

Joe's Pizza is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

14. Joe's Pizza

7.4
5747 W Higgins Ave, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Jefferson Park · 2 tips and reviews

Dan D.Dan DeStefano: Sausage pizza. Double dough

Carlos K J.Carlos K Jimenez: The Waitress Is Nice But Very Busy Place The Pizza Is Awesome!

Carson's is one of The 15 Best Places for Baby Back Ribs in Chicago.

15. Carson's

7.4
612 N Wells St (at Ontario St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · River North · 45 tips and reviews

Rob W.Rob W: Try the Baby Back Ribs

Dania M.Dania Morales Mendez: Stuffed potatoes, and the charred chops the best . Very tasty .

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: Dig into slabs of hickory-smoked baby backs coated in a sweet ’cue sauce and au gratin potatoes so rich they should have a "Danger" sign on them. Read more.