Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
(Now Closed)BBQ Joint and American Restaurant$$$$
Newark Central Business District, Newark
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MichelleJune 17, 2013BBQ is perfect here. The fried green tomatoes are a must-have!! Parking is free across the street - don't forget to ask waiter to stamp your ticket.
Christopher MoriniOctober 28, 2017Everything is good here! Get the two option combo! Very good deal! Mac and cheese is out of this world!!!
Twinkle DenoyoJune 26, 2017We got a platter that had grilled chicken, ribs and pulled pork. The sides were also very delicious! It was too much for 3 people but i cant complain about eating delicious leftover for the next days.- James KiernanJanuary 21, 2019Suggest getting there when they open as the dishes (including corn bread) are fresh and it’s less crowded. If you enjoy hot wings, order devil’s duel! 🔥
Gary TorielloMarch 1, 2015BBQ Combo Platter with St. Louis Ribs, Beef Brisket, Mac & Cheese, Sweet Potatoes with spicy walnuts
Tom HalleranApril 8, 2015Large portions of decent bbq. A bit of a mix of styles, and more upscale than a "real" bbq place should be (e.g., table service). Not a bad lunch stop. Try a sandwich or the pulled pork and brisket.
Kathleen VargasJune 4, 2018The brisket and cornbread was my all time favorite. Didn’t enjoy the service. It’s like they were just there to earn easy money.
Haris SomjiNovember 13, 2016The best thing are the ribs but the sides are also delicious. This is my go to spot for when i'm in the states. They have various locations across the northeast.
Francesca De RisoAugust 19, 2013Very good bbq, real fries with skin, waiters extremely nice. Peacan Jack Daniel pie is served hot with whipped cream, must try!
Louie LouieSeptember 25, 2016Yes the food is good. The sample platter is delicious. The only bad thing is that the portion s are small. But try this place for your self.
Chris PolloneMarch 30, 2017Wings, ribs, and pulled pork all good. Service was a little uneven at lunch, a bunch of the bathrooms were out of order and they didn't have spoons when we visited.
m-punss eat-ssMay 27, 2012the "family styling' bbq" all the bbq is tender & they give u a generous amt of sides. w/ 6 ppl, you'll still have leftovers. don't forget to wash it w/ a pitcher of their, "dinosaur ape hanger" brew.
Love the donkey punches, brisket, churrasco chicken, the deviled eggs and pages 2 and 3 on the menu :).
Marc HalpernFebruary 12, 2016No happy hour on game days but otherwise the best! Try the Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA if you're not driving.
Daniel IniguezFebruary 21, 2016This place is amazing! Wow. Definitely ranks as one of the best BBQ joints in the USA.
Mike PasnickMarch 12, 2017Excellent food..... sloowwwww service! I had a table for 6 and there wasn't many people in the place ; the meals didn't come out at the same time and everything just took exceptionally long.
Lindsey BourneAugust 18, 2013Mac and cheese is spicy but good. Brisket is moist and delicious. Beans have an odd flavor kick to them. Great beer selection. Great ambiance.
Billy BlowoutAugust 8, 2013Absolute best pulled Brisket in the North. Southern food at its best. MUST visit this place! Great prices, EXCELLENT food!- Natasha R. SaundersApril 28, 2013This place gets crowded around event times, so go there early if your seeing a concert. The wings are to die for!!!!!!
Emerson CarvalhoJuly 8, 2014Enjoy your stay, they have flying pigs! And when you're done ask for the chocolate black pie
What's Good HereAugust 7, 2014One of the 3 top BBQ restaurants in the tristate. Each location has a specialty. It's Korean BBQ here. Get it and the wings.
Aaron WermuthSeptember 12, 2014Brisket was phenomenal, for sides you should try mac & cheese and sweet potato mash. Only thing really missing was some decent corn bread; those muffins are dry and horrible.
Matthew SobocanSeptember 14, 2014Sandwiches were large and filling. Good selection of sides. Make sure to try the local brews.
lauren c.March 24, 2013Great food and very friendly staff! 4sqr said it's like Ferry street Bbq but it is nothing like it. Both places are great though!
Randolph WeisDecember 26, 2016Brisket and spicy Mac N cheese are very good, but the whipped sweet potatoes are pure ambrosia.
Sounds like an odd thing to order at a barbecue place but the Cuban sandwich is awesome.
Valerie VanadiaSeptember 29, 2013Saw Vito and Lauren Manzo at the bar. Different things to try than other Dino BBQ places. Gotta have the BBQ shrimp!
Fried green tomatoes were soooo good!! And me being a Georgia girl the sweet tea taste like it came straight from GA!! Finally a good place to eat in Newark!
Cyn CityNovember 3, 2013The fried green tomatoes were amazing!!!!! Donkey punch will take u there with just a few sips!!!! Love it!!!
Sarah HopkinsJune 23, 2012Haven't been served yet, but our waiter Charles is a hoot! Such a cool guy. Excited for our food. They have the best sweet tea I've ever had!
Jonathan WilliamsJuly 27, 2015Great place to eat in downtown Newark. BBQ is among the beat I've had.
Kimberly C.August 9, 2012Wait staff is sooo nice! Ribs are finger licking good! Definitely coming back during the Devils Season! Go Diablos!
The service was incredibly slow, and this location is not as good as the one in Harlem. Skip this joint, and head up to Harlem for the real deal Dinosaur Bar-B-Que.
DAVE LEVINFebruary 8, 2014Get the table by the front window for some of the best people-watching in the city.
Patricio MujicaApril 13, 2013The only uncool thing about this place is the smokey fragrance on your clothes after you leave. A+ on whatever else you can imagine!
Amanda KellyFebruary 20, 2015Great spot in the middle of the action. Check out the virtual tour before you go! Read more
Devin HealeyMarch 17, 2017Maybe it was because I ordered at 9:45 but this place came off as a knockoff Brother Jimmy's tourist trap. Mediocre ribs and mac. Inedible cornbread & mashed potatoes. Awful drinks. Will not return.
Wesley DoddJuly 12, 2013Live Jazz Thursdays was pretty good. They even invited a street performer on who killed it for twenty minutes and earned a comp meal. The chicken was kinda average but the sauce is good.
Everything's amazing. Beans Mac & cheese brisket. So. Freaking. Good.
Angel CabralJuly 8, 2012The people here are very friendly. Food is to die for. Skirt steak is a must.
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- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
(862) 214-6100
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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"Garlic shrimp, chicken, ribs and pork chop are all a safe bet. Cheap too."
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"Food is amazing . Spend 13 bucks and get a whole pan of meat rice and more. This place is a must."
Darrell Donaldson - 5.0
"Make sure to use the terminal to order what you want and immediately pay it to be prioritized for your order. Also, make sure to get the receipt stamped for "Paid"."
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"I did a show here called Fashion is Art. I've come here for concerts and WWE events--even a NJ Devils game! Beautiful arena; my fave is the ginormous screen on the Mulberry St side!"
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"Gorgeous inside! Old school opera house feel, but renovated. Hidden gem in Newark."
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