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

1. Smoque BBQ

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

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Spareribs are pull-apart tender with a subtle smokiness. The Brisket is beautifully marbled beef is given just the right treatment to yield tender bite after tender bite, whether chopped or sliced.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Spareribs are pull-apart tender with a subtle smokiness. The Brisket is beautifully marbled beef is given just the right treatment to yield tender bite after tender bite, whether chopped or sliced. Read more.

Time Out Chicago KidsTime Out Chicago Kids: The line often winds around the block at this Northwest Side ’cue fave. The beautifully marbled brisket’s the star of the show, but the St. Louis spareribs and chicken are equally droolworthy. Read more.

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

2. Smoke Daddy

8.7
1804 W Division St (btwn Wood St & Honore St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Wicker Park · 147 tips and reviews

Nolan N.Nolan Neeley: Go to Smoke Daddy, order Spare Ribs, side of regular fries, mustard BBQ sauce, and a cold draft. Read more.

Tyler R.Tyler Reed: Try the spare ribs and the collard greens with fries!!

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.

County Barbeque is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

3. County Barbeque

8.3
1352 W Taylor St (at S Loomis St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · University Village - Little Italy · 56 tips and reviews

Jacob B.Jacob Bright: DMK's new joint does a lot well, but the Bacon & BBQ parfait, corn pudding, pork burnt ends, and St. Louis spare ribs are particularly worthwhile.

L K.L K: Great barbecue. Spare ribs were solid. Definitely get the corn pudding - it's essentially soft cornbread. Also the sweet potato fries! And good daily specials.

Patricia A.Patricia Andrews-Keenan: Had the Carolina styled pulled pork with slaw, pickles and garlic fries. Yummy. Highly recommend the fried green tomatoes

Aloha Eats is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

4. Aloha Eats

8.0
2534 N Clark St (at W Deming Pl), Chicago, IL
Hawaiian Restaurant · Park West · 45 tips and reviews

Kendra B.Kendra Byrd: bbq spare ribs yummy

Leland B.Leland Brewster: Delicious and super generous portions! A regular bbq chicken plate can feed two easily!

Gerald F.Gerald Farinas: The ultimate local kine grindz stop for Hawaii ex-pats in Chicago!

Honey 1 BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

5. Honey 1 BBQ

6.7
746 E 43rd St (Cottage Grove), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Grand Boulevard · 30 tips and reviews

Time Out Chicago KidsTime Out Chicago Kids: We suggest ordering slabs of meaty spareribs, a mess of rib tips and a plate of hot links. If you’re still hungry after the main event, juicy smoked chicken and crispy catfish should round things out. Read more.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Order up a couple of slabs of meaty, tender spareribs, rib tips and a plate of hot links. If you’re still hungry after the main event, juicy smoked chicken and crispy catfish should round things out. Read more.

KeeNisha F.KeeNisha Fox: The ribs are off the chain, & the Bbq brisket sandwich amazing. Coleslaw, Baked beans are good Hands down one of the best Bbq spots I've tried in a long time. I'll requirement to everybody. Plz go try

Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

6. Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar

8.2
230 W Erie St (at Franklin St), Chicago, IL
Sushi Restaurant · River North · 165 tips and reviews

Vanessa G.Vanessa Grass: Get the spare rib! Melts in your mouth!

Zach S.Zach Solomon-Beloin: Everything is so good! Love the black rice sushi, alligator, etc. Definitely try a few different things.

MafiaHairdresser J.MafiaHairdresser Jon-David: Sushi bowling is the best here!

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

7. Chicago Q

8.7
1160 N Dearborn St (at W Division St.), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Near North Side · 167 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Upscale touches include Kobe brisket and “competition” ribs. Spare ribs (the standard, not the $10-more-expensive “competition” slab), proved tender, with a good dose of smoke and a slightly sweet rub Read more.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Upscale touches include Kobe brisket and a slab of “competition” ribs that goes for about 35 bucks. We prefer the standard spare ribs, which are tender, smoky and sport a slightly sweet rub. Read more.

Mypat B.Mypat Bobo: If you crave for spare ribs, this should be your favourite address. Half rack is very enough, but go for a full rack if you are really hungry.

MacArthur's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

8. MacArthur's Restaurant

7.9
5412 W Madison St (btwn N Lotus Ave & N Long Ave), Chicago, IL
Southern Food Restaurant · Austin · 35 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: This popular spot welcomes diners with a family atmosphere and great prices. The menu changes daily and includes dishes like meatloaf, pork spare ribs, fried chicken and other soul food items. Read more.

William W.William Weaver: Be ready for...The I-tis

Veronica W.Veronica Wood: I'm in love with the greens and Mac and cheese!!!

Big Bowl is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

9. Big Bowl

8.0
60 E Ohio St (btwn Rush St & Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Noodle Restaurant · Near North Side · 125 tips and reviews

OkimakOkimak: Order the pad thai extra hot for an awesome kick! The spare rib appetizer is delish.

@jayelarex@jayelarex: Get the Barbecue Heirloom Spareribs.

Susan K.Susan King: Love it! Nice appetizers so I rarely order an entree. You must have the gingerale - real ginger spice!

Ssyal Korean Restaurant and Ginseng House is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

10. Ssyal Korean Restaurant and Ginseng House

8.7
4201 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Mayfair · 11 tips and reviews

GenieGenie: The Samgyetang is my favorite in Chicago! Also amazing homemade radish kimchi

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: This small Korean restaurant is mostly known for their Ginseng Chicken soup and other excellent traditional (purportedly a hangover cure) and authentic dishes. Read more.

Eric F.Eric Fu: Soup of coz

P.F. Chang's To Go is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

11. P.F. Chang's To Go

7.9
177 N. Morgan Street, Chicago, IL
Chinese Restaurant · Fulton Market · No tips or reviews
Sunda is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

12. Sunda

9.0
110 W Illinois St (btwn N LaSalle Dr & N Clark St), Chicago, IL
Sushi Restaurant · River North · 288 tips and reviews

Lulu A.Lulu A: Spare Ribs were divine!!

Lulu A.Lulu A: Nick our waiter was awesome and the food is delicious. Really love the lobster roll, spare ribs, brussel sprout salad, etc..

RyanRyan: Amazing sushi and inventive Asian. Kalbi wraps are a must, any sushi with truffle is also a go to. Skip dessert.

BBQ King House is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

13. BBQ King House

7.3
2148 S Archer Ave (at Cermak Rd), Chicago, IL
Chinese Restaurant · Armour Square · 20 tips and reviews

Tiffany W.Tiffany Wong: juiciest chinese bbq. don't miss the bbq pork spareribs here.

Jessica L.Jessica Lynn: BBQ duck is delicious! BBQ pork is also choice!

KayEmm C.KayEmm Cee: Order the Peking Duck. You won't need appetizers. Amazing.

Podhalanka is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

14. Podhalanka

8.5
1549 W Division St, Chicago, IL
Eastern European Restaurant · Noble Square · 31 tips and reviews

Kapra F.Kapra Fleming: Best cabbage soup around!

Michelle R.Michelle Roberts: Everything here is fantastic. Order the zoupa or pierogis and make sure you get a glass of the home made beet juice.

Holly W.Holly Wang: Get either the white borsch or cabbage soup, potato pancakes and mixed pierogis!

Travelle is one of The 15 Best Places for Spare Ribs in Chicago.

15. Travelle

8.5
330 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Lounge · Near North Side · 37 tips and reviews

Dana J.Dana Jensen: We were here for the Christmas dinner, which was lovely. Good bartenders, excellent steak, and an incredible beet salad. Perfect portion sizes.

Brock W.Brock Wanless: If having brunch, order the signature Travelle Benedict for a delicious combo of eggs Benedict, lobster, spinach, and potatoes!

M. Katie H.M. Katie Hunter: Eric and James are true gentlemen -- the bar staff here is unparalleled. Come in on Thursday nights for a signature cocktail and to listen to the live lounge act! They take requests!