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Hometown Bar-B-Que

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Red Hook, Brooklyn

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Ranked #1 for BBQ joints in Brooklyn
Go here. Experience the Italian food. It's worth it.
"Top 3 bbq in NYC worth the ResdHook trek."(13 Tips)
"Their pastrami bacon is new and melts in your mouth."(13 Tips)
"Lamb belly, brisket, pulled pork, corn bread, slaw"(31 Tips)
"Outstanding beef rib, good brisket, pickles, potato salad"(74 Tips)

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Ivy MahsciaoDecember 3, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Get 1 lb of brisket, half a rack of jerked baby backs, the pork belly tacos, baked beans, and Sriracha wings. Hang with the most soulful people in all near and far boroughs, and forget you're in NY!
On the GridNovember 21, 2016
The brisket is a must... so is the pulled pork, ribs, any of the sandwiches, sausages, sriracha hot wings, queso mac ‘n’ cheese, cole slaw, beans, collared greens and the corn bread. Ok just have it. Read more
EaterJuly 21, 2016
Our panel zeroes in on the outstanding baby back ribs and their West Indian-esque zing. Unexpected flavor comes in the form of a picante jerk rub that evokes Jamaica, redolent with cloves and chilies. Read more
J CrowleyApril 7, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Dare I say best BBQ in Brooklyn. Beef ribs are crazy town. Pair it w/ Mac n cheese, pickles and cole slaw as your sides. Wouldn't be surprised to find Frank Underwood in here.
Ron HsuMay 27, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Beef rib is a must have. Brisket wavers day to day. Same with the duck banh mi: sometimes amazing and sometimes so drenched in duck fat and sauce that the bread is soggy. Tacos are on point, too.
Samantha TaubeMay 25, 2015
Some of the best bbq I have ever had in NYC. Everything is delish but DO NOT miss: pulled pork, spare ribs, Mac & cheese, corn bread.
Jeffrey WuJuly 16, 2018
Be prepared to wait, at least 45-min. in a cafeteria style service line. But the product (BBQ) is worth it. Get brisket, pulled pork, and the new bacon. Unbelievable flavor, succulent meat.
Indulgent EatsJune 13, 2016
Take in the views of downtown Manhattan on the Ikea ferry over to Red Hook before chowing down on some of the city's best BBQ, including Texas-style brisket and a beef rib the size of your forearm.
William HubaJune 21, 2017
Been here 5+ times
The beef rib. The. Beef. RIB. Poets have spent their lives seeking muses which pale in comparison. Wars have been fought for less. Bike rides to Red Hook have been organized for a mere morsel of rib.
Tony XerriNovember 18, 2019
Waited an hour and a half in line for a good damn reason. Here's what you get: Pastrami Bacon, Pulled Pork, Beef Rib, Queso Mac n Cheese, Brisket, and the HTBC sandwich. Change your bbq perception.
Noah WeissJune 7, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Top 3 bbq in NYC worth the ResdHook trek. Brisket as good at Mighty Quinn's, and a unique lamb belly banh mi sandwich where the sweet and spicy sauce cut the lamb fat perfectly.
EaterJuly 27, 2016
Pitmaster and Brooklyn native Bill Durney serves jerk-style baby backs, and the smoked and fried Sriracha wings, which come with ranch dressing spiked with cilantro. Six wings for $8. Read more
Chelsea BalkanJuly 8, 2017
#dubiDO #FabuLIST I love pulled pork but the lamb belly is to die for. Between the sticky ribs and Vietnamese wings -- go for the wings. Coleslaw is delicious. Live music on the weekends too!
SabrinaJune 14, 2015
Line gets super long on a Friday night, but worth the wait. The beef rib and brisket are a must. And the beans with burnt ends were a winner.
Brian BMay 10, 2019
Top 2 best BBQ in NY (w/ Fette Sau). Genuinely incredible stuff. They specialize in beef so hit the brisket & beef ribs. Worth the trip out, especially if you take the Ikea Ferry. Makes for a fun day.
Bin YangSeptember 7, 2015
Pastrami bacon, brisket, chicken, with sides of beans, collard greens, potato salad (the slightly tarty and refreshing type). Finish up with some incredibly sweet (ripe) banana pudding.
Nicholas DoyleOctober 16, 2015
Juicy, glistening pulled pork with a spicy kick. Perfect, I mean PERFECT collard greens. You're missing out if you don't come get this right now.
Dan EApril 23, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Best BBQ in NYC. Billy Durney is doing magic things with meats. Make sure you get brisket, beef ribs, and mac & cheese. Newer items like the pastrami are also amazing
Fred WilsonAugust 24, 2014
the massive beef ribs are the go to move here. really good and really big. one rib can easily be shared by 2-4 people depending on what else you get
Daniel AJuly 29, 2018
If heaven exists, this is it. I ordered everything on the menu - yes I’m a fat fuh. So you MUST get the brisket, corn bread, and Vietnamese hotwings. Spareribs also ON POINT.
Harry WolffJanuary 5, 2018
Of course get the brisket but also be sure to get the pulled pork. It has such great flavor. And it goes without saying to douse everything in a mixture of their two sauces. Finger licking good.
EaterApril 6, 2016
Straightforward classics like smoked brisket and baby back ribs are always a strong choice, but there are also options like pork belly tacos and a lamb belly banh mi. Read more
Jeff ForbesSeptember 27, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Oh man, Fette Sau has some competition. Brisket Sandwich was awesome, tons of nice crunchy outer bits with tasty brisket. Pulled pork was also a standout. Basically, come here.
Jeremy WilcoxMarch 29, 2014
Been here 5+ times
My friend and I are very picky eaters. But we came here today, and we agreed that this is one of the-- if not THE-- best BBQ in all of NYC. Worth the trek to Red Hook. Grab some Steve's key lime too!
Diana OlympiaMarch 6, 2018
best BBQ in NYC. period. come early or be prepared to wait. either way totally worth it. get the brisket 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 and beef rib 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 and potato salad - a LARGE 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 staff is lovely
Adrian PhillipsMay 28, 2017
You must try the brisket. It's sensational. As a side I'd highly recommend the beans (with chunks of burnt pork tips), the pickles and the amazing corn bread (it's for honey on it).
Sophia SuFebruary 10, 2019
Everything.They have brisket,turkey breast,half & quarter chicken,sausage,brisket,sticky ribs, wings, pulled pork sandwich, etc.They did so well with the Turkey breast that it was not even dry!
Joanna FlammJanuary 17, 2014
Brisket and pulled pork were both awesome. Queso mac and cheese is one of those dishes you can't stop eating. Pay at the counter, which is great for groups.
Kirk EdmondsonApril 28, 2017
Brisket was great, but not as smokey as expected. Amazed by Korean Sticky Wings (you must try). Mac n Cheese another winner as was the Hometown Slaw (was there fresh horseradish in there?).
Fodor's TravelSeptember 9, 2015
Head for the counter to order meats by the pound, chicken, sandwiches, tacos, and sides. The beef rib, served on the bone, is a giant, Flintstones-style delight. Read more
jon ferrerMay 28, 2016
Been here 5+ times
amazing BBQ, especially anything beef. the vietnamese wings were amazing. I could eat those all day every day
Ashley RoseJanuary 9, 2018
Friendly service and TASTY BBQ. They cook to close so avoid procrastinating. Within 2 hours of their closing time they had sold out of brisket and some other options. Get here early!
NoahSeptember 27, 2013
Beef ribs, baby back ribs, or half hog - it's all great. Just don't forget to save some room for cornbread and bourbon to wash it all down.
PureWowMay 9, 2017
Across the board, the best ’cue in NYC. Whether you go with Texas-style brisket, Vietnamese hot wings or pastrami bacon (yep), you can’t go wrong. Read more
Chris CooksonJuly 16, 2015
Probably the best barbeque you are going to find in the New York City area without having to step outside the subway boundaries. You can skip the sides, the best thing by far is the ribs.
Zach CarlileSeptember 16, 2018
Brisket, pulled pork, bacon, baby back ribs, mac & cheese, and potato salad were all awesome. Get some friends and order a spread.
Claudia GomezAugust 12, 2019
You Must try the Bacon! So good with the mustard sauce! The Brisket & Pulled pork are very tasty! And the cornbread was sooo good!
Will HarahanAugust 23, 2018
The brisket, pickles, and cornbread were all fantastic. The staff was accommodating and there was no line when I came which was a pleasant surprise. I’ll be back.
Liz CourtneyJuly 29, 2015
You can smell the smoked meats on the breeze as you approach. Really solid BBQ, sold by the pound on a tray. Rivals other favorite NYC BBQ joints like Fette Sau. Live music in the side bar.
Andrew CJanuary 15, 2020
They run out of meat later in the day, so go for lunch if you want full selection!!! Pastrami bacon and brisket were perfect(moist and tasty), alongside the perfect mac n cheese + skip the wings, tho!
amNewYorkAugust 4, 2014
Chef Billy Durney uses sausages sourced from nearby butcher shop Paisano's and he makes jerk baby back ribs in homage to his neighbors growing up as a child in Brooklyn. Read more
Arjumand BonhommeJanuary 12, 2017
Thick slab bacon was the best bacon I've ever had in LIFE. Lamb belly and brisket were also top notch. Cornbread was killer. Jerk baby back ribs were good too.
David KaplanSeptember 14, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The baby back ribs are amazing. You could not get better ribs anywhere. Not just Brooklyn. Not just NYC. Anywhere. They know what they're doing. Go now before there are lines around the block.
ThrillistAugust 12, 2014
The massive beef rib is the showstopper and has earned its pitmaster an unprecedented amount of fast fame in the world of slow flame, including an appearance on Good Morning America. Don't miss out. Read more
Steven LuAugust 29, 2014
Brisket is super moist inside and so are the ribs. They use only salt and pepper for their burnt ends so don't expect flavor from it. Super savory sauce, they even got a hot one that gives a good kick
Amanda RellaSeptember 27, 2017
Cool spot for some BBQ. Atmosphere is pretty fun. Food portions are very large so expect to take some home with you. A little out of the way if you're coming from Manhattan.
Graham VoslooJuly 23, 2021
Everything is good here. Best BBQ either side of the Mason Dixie line.
harryhMay 24, 2015
Get a beef rib for sure. Skip the brisket, as it's similar to the rib and go for something different like the amazing Sriracha wings. Be careful about over ordering.
Rob WawrzynczakAugust 26, 2017
Outstanding. Beef rib, brisket and lamb belly all fantastic. Make sure you get the Mac and cheese and beans.
S BJuly 8, 2018
The best barbecue I have ever had. Brisket is insane and beef ribs - amazing. Hot wings are also a must!

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