The 15 top-rated bbq in Austin, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is rib tips at The Avenue Que and Kitchen (5248 W Chicago Ave), with a flavor score of 72 out of 100 from 13 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best BBQ across Chicago→Rib tips are praised for their tenderness and flavorful sauce, though some found them dry, tough, or poorly cooked.
BBQ ribs are tender and flavorful, but some found the sauce too sweet and sides like mac and cheese bland.
The ribs often lack meat, are tough and dry, and the portions are inconsistent, leading to disappointment for many.
Rib tips often arrive burnt, tough, or dry with weak flavor, overshadowing the occasional positive experience noted by some.
Rib tips often arrive rubbery, dry, and overcooked, with inconsistent portion sizes and high prices that leave many disappointed.
The hot links were often dry, tough, and lacking flavor, disappointing many who remembered better quality in the past.
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