3 Best Barbecue Restaurants in Syracuse, NY

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DINOSAUR BAR-B-QUE SYRACUSE

246 West Willow Street,
Syracuse, NY 13202 Directions

Since 1988

Specialities:

Deviled Eggs Green Tomatoes Prime Brisket Slider Cheeseburger Slider Pork Slider Pork Belly Slider 1/2 Rack Ribs Brisket Plate 1/2 BBQ Chicken 3/4 Rack Ribs 1/4 Rack Ribs Tres Ninos Big Ass Pork Plate Cajun Fried Catfish Entrée Chimi Half Chicken Chopped Salad Dirty South Bowl Pork Memphis Buffalo Mr. Crisp O.G. Chicken Sandwich Big Jack Burger Impossible Burger Bacon Deluxe Burger Power Couple Catfish Po-boy Sandwich Family Style Package Backyard Griller Chimi Chicken and Ribs BBQ Taco Night

" Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Syracuse serves Southern-style meats and draft beer in a fun, retro-style setting while also providing a vibrant atmosphere that enhances the dining experience. Their menu includes a variety of slow-cooked meats like ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and chicken, all seasoned with a special spice blend and perfectly smoked. They also serve fresh, made-from-scratch sides, salads, and desserts. They believe great food brings people together and are passionate about creating a fun, relaxed, and welcoming atmosphere for everyone, often hosting local events to engage the community. The main dining area can seat 125 people, the Willow Room fits up to 40, and a private balcony holds 18 guests. They offer catering for events like birthdays, weddings, and office lunches, with options like sandwich trays and BBQ combos. They also offer a kids’ menu and gluten-free choices, featuring popular items like mini pulled pork sandwiches and gluten-free ribs. You can also order pickup, delivery, or drop-off service with servers. Their Syracuse location offers full-service catering too, specializing in custom menus for various events, including corporate gatherings and family celebrations. With six locations, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is known as one of the top barbecue spots in America, offering great food and friendly service.

2026 Highlights: Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Syracuse is founded by John Stage and his partners. They feature a deep selection of local New York craft beers, including their custom-partnered Franklin & Willow Czech Pilsner brewed by Meier's Creek Brewing Company. "

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Cookbook of the Year by the National BBQ Association in 2001
America's Best Barbecue by Nationwide ABC Good Morning America in 2009

Menu:

Entrees
12 Rack Ribs $24.00
Brisket Plate $28.50
12 Bbq Chicken $20.00
34 Rack Ribs $31.00
14 Rack Ribs $16.50
Tres Ninos $21.00
Big Ass Pork Plate $20.00
Cajun Fried Catfish EntréE $20.50
Chimi Half Chicken $20.50
Salad
Beans & Rice Bowl $13.00
Chopped Salad $11.00
Dirty South Bowl $16.00
Sandwiches
Pork Memphis $16.00
Buffalo Mr. Crisp $16.00
O.G. Chicken Sandwich $15.50
Big Jack Burger $16.00
Impossible Burger $17.00
Bacon Deluxe Burger $17.50
Power Couple $17.50
Catfish Po-Boy Sandwich $15.50
Bbq Packages
Family Style Package $107.00
12 Family Style Package $54.00
Backyard Griller $79.00
Chimi Chicken & Ribs $84.00
Bbq Taco Night $69.00
Appetizer
Deviled Eggs 6 $13.50
Green Tomatoes Large $13.00
Green Tomatoes Small $8.00
Prime Brisket Slider $8.50

Discount:

15% Off for Students with A Valid Student ID

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Contact:

(315) 476-4937

Sun-Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri: 11am - 10pm
Sat: 11am - 11pm

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LIMP LIZARD LOUNGE BAR & GRILL

4628 Onondaga Boulevard,
Syracuse, NY 13219 Directions

Since 2004

Specialities:

Open Road Platter Fried Green Tomatoes Mozzarella Stix Pub Pretzels Deep Fried Pickles Wild Bill’s Southwest Egg Rolls Chicken Wing Dip Nachos Loaded Fries Sloppy Fries BBQ Poutine Buffalo Fries Lizard Skins Pig Skins Regular or Smoked Chicken Wings Boneless Wings Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders Catfish Strips Limp Lizard Salad Hail Caesar! Salad Cowboy Salad Southwestern Salad Kristen's Summer Salad Side Salad

" Limp Lizard Lounge Bar & Grill provides tasty BBQ, Southern and Tex-Mex dishes in a fun, family-friendly setting. This is a great spot to hang out with friends and enjoy mouth-watering BBQ, sandwiches, wraps, build-your-own burgers and Tex-Mex favorites. All sandwiches and wraps come with two sides. Their famous burger comes with lettuce and tomato, and you can enjoy your meal with live music. They also offer catering for any group size, anytime, anywhere, and can provide party trays with different dishes and appetizers. They can even bring a wood fire pit to your location for an outdoor BBQ experience. The restaurant is the go-to place for delicious BBQ, cold drinks, and great live music in Syracuse and Central New York. Their Hog & Heifer burger is a classic burger topped with their signature BBQ pulled pork, melted cheddar cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes. They also serve happy hour food and great cocktails.

2026 Highlights: Limp Lizard Lounge Bar & Grill is known for its casual, family-friendly sports bar feel, boasting 13 televisions and over 30 beers on tap, making it a major hub for NFL Sundays and Syracuse University sports game days. "

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Menu:

Bbq Smoked Platters
Lip Smackin’ Finger Lickin’ Ribs
13 Rack $15.99
Half Rack $22.99
Whole Rack $35.99
Smoked Platter $16.99
Two Way Platter $25.79
Three Way Platter $28.99
By The Bowl
Our Own Hellfire Chili $6.79
French Onion $6.79
Soup Of The Day Price Not Listed
Smokin' Sandwiches
Brisket Bbq $16.29
Big Blue $17.99
Robin’s Burnt Ends $16.29
Bbq Pork $15.59
Bbq Pork Cuban $16.59
Reuben $16.99
Big Tom’s Smoked Turkey $16.29
Sandwiches, Wraps & Burgers
Nashville Chicken Sandwich $15.59
Buffalo Chicken Wrap $13.79
Turkey Club Wrap $13.79
Bang Bang Shrimp Wrap $14.99
Southwestern Chicken Wrap $13.59
Our Almost World Famous Philly $15.49
Chicken Club Sandwich $15.59
Byo Burger $13.49
Taste Bud Teasers
Nachos $14.59
Loaded Fries $10.79
Sloppy Fries $13.59

Contact:

(315) 472-7831

Mon: 4pm - 9pm
Tue-Sat: 11am - 9pm
Sun: 12pm - 9pm

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GANGNAM STYLE KOREAN KITCHEN

115 Harvard Place,
Syracuse, NY 13210 Directions

Since 2016

Specialities:

Lajoki Kkanpunggi Gamja Gochu Bokkeum Mapa Tofu Gyeran Yachae Bokkeum Cilantro Bokkeum Gochu Sogogi Bokkeum Yachae Bokkeum Japchae Gan-jjajang Jjambong Haemul Udon Bokkeum Jjampong Bokkeum Mul-naengmyeon Galbi Tang Sundubu Jigae Kimchi Jigae Yukae Jang Doenjang Jigae Gamja Tang Budae Jigae Tteok Manduguk Daegu Tang Miyeok-guk

" Gangnam Style Korean Kitchen is known for serving authentic Korean food for over 20 years. The restaurant has a warm, cozy atmosphere, and the staff focuses on great customer service. Their menu includes a wide variety of meat dishes, chef specials, noodles, chicken wings, soups, and appetizers. Everything is handmade, and you can order online to enjoy the taste of real Korean food at home. Gangnam Style Korean Kitchen also serves vegetarian dishes. You can also order your favorite dishes from your home. Their Jjambong is a spicy noodle soup made with stir-fried seafood and vegetables. Outdoor seating and in-store pickup are also available.

2026 Highlights: Gangnam Style Korean Kitchen is highly flexible, offering a robust selection of vegetarian and fully vegan items, including vegan-adapted Japchae and rice cakes. "

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Menu:

Chef Special
Lajoki $27.95
Kkanpunggi $25.95
Gamja Gochu Bokkeum $18.95
Mapa Tofu $19.95
Gyeran Yachae Bokkeum $18.95
Cilantro Bokkeum $19.95
Gochu Sogogi Bokkeum $19.95
Yachae Bokkeum $18.95
Main Dishes
Beef Teriyaki $26.95
Bibimbap $18.95
Beef Dolsot $20.95
Chicken Teriyaki $23.95
Omelet Rice $18.95
Doegi-Gogi-Deopbap $23.95
Chicken-Deopbab $23.95
Fried Rice $18.95
Appetizers
Kimchi Pajeon $19.95
Haemul Pajeon $21.95
Tteok-Bokki $15.95
Dumpling (12 Pieces) $18.95
Gimbap $9.95
Ojingeo Twigim $18.95
Curry Pajeon $19.95
Shumai (6 Pieces) $9.95
Noodles
Japchae $19.95
Gan-Jjajang $17.95
Jjambong $19.95
Haemul Udon Bokkeum $19.95

Contact:

(315) 422-1219

Mon,Wed-Sun: 11am - 10:30pm
Tue: Closed

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