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Real Urban Barbecue

Real Urban Barbecue

BBQ Joint and Restaurant$$$$
Vernon Hills
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    Pilar S.
    "My combo: ribs + burnt ends + roasted fuji apples + fries."(11 Tips)
    Andy
    "long distances for pulled pork and brisket and SWEET POTATO SOUFFLE"(3 Tips)
    Guy M.
    "Great BBQ place, love the sliced brisket."(9 Tips)
    Miranda J.
    "... & golden corn bake (corn bread) were both fantastic!!"(4 Tips)
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  • Andyheart icon on user image
    AndyJune 24, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Delicious, desireable, authentic, saucy barbeque worth driving long distances for pulled pork and brisket and SWEET POTATO SOUFFLE; Entertaining and Interactive follow on the twitters @RealUrbanBBQ
  • Steve F.
    Steve FedermanNovember 22, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    I'm a big dude. I ordered the two meat combo. Got the burnt ends and the ribs. It comes with two single serving sides. All for $15. meat was delicious. Recommend the corn bread side.
  • Kelly H.heart icon on user image
    Kelly HarmantasJanuary 22, 2013
    Burnt ends, cornbread, and lemon shake up! If never been here, try the mini sandwiches so you can find your favorite! Keep the mason jar for free drinks when you come back!
  • E G.
    E GAugust 6, 2012
    Their food is delicious. Finally someone around here can enhance the taste of the food with smoke instead of drowning it in smoke. I thought we would never find a place like this in this area.
  • Shirley S.
    Shirley StevensJune 25, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Pick up the Mason Jar drinks and get free refills for the life of the jar. Just bring the jar in when you return to collect.
  • Diego R.heart icon on user image
    Diego ReynosoMay 5, 2015
    Barbecue everything, rib tips, ribs and especially pull pork are excellent
  • Grace C.heart icon on user image
    Grace CatlinJuly 10, 2015
    Try the corn casserole. It's really filling but super good! It like cornbread but mashed and fried.
  • Jay S.
    Jay SteinSeptember 15, 2012
    When they offer BBQ sauce as they are serving your food, say, "No, thank you", and try the sauces available on each table.
  • MQ Q.
    MQ QureshiNovember 9, 2013
    Ladies and gents... The home wrecker. Except I got it with burnt ends... Heart attack on a plate and I love it!
  • Sarah M.heart icon on user image
    Sarah McCoyAugust 5, 2013
    I had the burnt end sandwich. It is delicious. Everything was really really really good
  • Pilar S.heart icon on user image
    Pilar SandovalJune 6, 2014
    My combo: ribs + burnt ends + roasted fuji apples + fries. So beautiful!
  • Miranda J.heart icon on user image
    Miranda J.September 19, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The sweet potato soufflé & golden corn bake (corn bread) were both fantastic!!
  • Guy M.heart icon on user image
    Guy MerrillApril 2, 2015
    Great BBQ place, love the sliced brisket. Ribs are good too!
  • Nancy D.
    Nancy DingleFebruary 4, 2013
    Mix the sauce - hot and mild, delish! Loved the pulled chicken sandwich and baked beans!
  • Jake G.
    Jake GoldshollAugust 6, 2012
    Finally figured out how to order: get mini sandwiches so you don't leave stuffed and your bill is < $10
  • Chris S.heart icon on user image
    Chris SteeleMarch 6, 2016
    Good brisket. Sides were meh. Will try ordering a side of extra brisket next time.
  • Linda D.
    Linda DubinSeptember 8, 2015
    Not happy with the ribs. The last 2 times I was there the ribs were so burnt u could not eat them. I complained the first time they were nice but the ribs are awful for the 23.00 they charge go to car
  • Aaron M.
    Aaron MassieJuly 4, 2013
    Came here once. They didn't have any ribs or brisket in stock. Don't plan on returning again.
  • Dominic K.
    Dominic KowalczykNovember 26, 2012
    BBQ Brisket Sandwich is awesome with both the sweet & spicy sauce!!!:P
  • David G.
    David GageJanuary 20, 2013
    Had the burnt ends sandwich and it was simply delish!
  • Jay S.
    Jay SteinSeptember 15, 2012
    Brisket: Yum. Spinach: Yum. Mashed potatoes: Yum. Cole Slaw: meh.
  • Tess K.heart icon on user image
    Tess KennedyApril 13, 2015
    The brisket is delicious!
  • Lena H.heart icon on user image
    Lena HSeptember 6, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Burnt ends. Get them whenever you can.
  • Myra F.heart icon on user image
    Myra FloresJanuary 25, 2015
    Everything is good here!
  • SS C.heart icon on user image
    SS ChristopherAugust 1, 2015
    Get some meat. Vegetables? Unless you want an over priced salad I wouldn't set the bar much higher than a few burnt green beans marinated in an entire stick of butter.
  • Kim S.heart icon on user image
    Kim SterbaJune 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Sweet potato soufflé is awesome
  • Rob C.heart icon on user image
    Rob ColbertAugust 7, 2014
    3 words for you... Burnt Ends Platter
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    AsianHangouts.comApril 13, 2013
    The pulled pork really hits the spot!
  • Bo B.
    Bo BrooksNovember 1, 2015
    Good bbq. Expensive. Watch the cashier closely to make sure you are being correctly charged
  • Joe J.
    Joe JAugust 17, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    BURNT ENDS! That's all you need to know...
  • Cyndi C.heart icon on user image
    Cyndi Cavanaugh AndersonNovember 21, 2014
    Ribs & Burnt end sandwich
  • Derek C.
    Derek ChutipisalkulDecember 11, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    the corn mash/bake is the best!
  • Steve F.heart icon on user image
    Steve FunteasOctober 10, 2018
    Love it but pricey.
  • Pam V.heart icon on user image
    Pam ViglioneDecember 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Burnt ends are the bomb.
  • Jeff
    JeffAugust 25, 2012
    Be prepared to wait...but it's worth it
  • Myra F.heart icon on user image
    Myra FloresDecember 28, 2014
    Just love their brisket!
  • Sam W.heart icon on user image
    Sam WilsonOctober 1, 2015
    Decent gluten free options
  • Cyndi C.heart icon on user image
    Memphis Rub!
  • Chris B.
    Chris BradleyNovember 15, 2014
    About to see what's good
  • Mike T.heart icon on user image
    Mike TittelbachJuly 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Try all the mini's
  • Bruce F.
    Bruce FowlerMay 12, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    We have eaten there before, but this time the ribs were hard, dry and over cooked. Very disappointing!!
  • Stephanie
    StephanieAugust 31, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Parents: no changing table here.
  • Yahaira V.heart icon on user image
    Yahaira VargasMay 22, 2019
    Las costillas a otro nivel!! Los Mac & Cheese súper ricos, el pollo y las papas majadas 👍🏼. 9/10
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