Up here in the north, it can be hard to find good southern comfort food. Milwaukee has more BBQ joints than you might think – you just need to know where to look! Whether you’re craving pulled pork, slow-cooked brisket, or saucy ribs, these seven spots will blow your mind.
- Smoke Shack
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Michael Z. / Yelp Smoke Shack is arguably one of the most well-known restaurants in Milwaukee, and they sure know how to do BBQ. Their meats are smoked on-site, making the entire restaurant smell amazing. The atmosphere is laid back and they have an awesome patio to soak up Milwaukee summers. Smoke Shack is a must-try for anyone, especially if you’re looking for top-notch barbeque in the Third Ward.
Smoke Shack is located at 332 N. Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee.
- Doc’s Commerce Smokehouse
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DOC’s Commerce Smokehouse / Facebook The smell of Doc’s hits you as soon as you walk in, but the flavors of their sauces hit you even harder! This is one BBQ spot with a lot of flavor. Their tender pork will melt in your mouth, and their sides are out-of-this-world. They have an extensive and diverse beer list as well. Doc’s Commerce Smokehouse is located at 754 N. 4th Street, Milwaukee.
- Double B’s BBQ
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Judy T. / Yelp This BBQ joint on the edge of West Allis is known for their hickory-smoked meats. If you’re craving a pulled-pork sandwich, this is the place to go… and don’t forget the cornbread!
Double B’s BBQ is located at 7420 W. Greenfield Avenue, West Allis.
- Speed Queen Bar-B-Q
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Joyce D. / Yelp It might not look like much, but this hole-in-the-wall BBQ joint is to die for. Using the largest BBQ pit in the city and secret sauces unlike any other, this homemade barbeque can’t be beat. They only take cash, but have an ATM available if you didn’t plan ahead. Don’t expect anything fancy, but you can expect speedy service and some great food.
Speed Queen Bar-B-Q is located at 1130 W. Walnut Street, Milwaukee.
- Maxie’s
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An P. / Yelp This southern-inspired spot serves Creole and Cajun dishes. Not only do they serve up slow-cooked comfort food, they have a raw bar of oysters, clams, and shrimp. Grab a drink and a meal at this little stand located in the parking lot of the old Gerry O’Brien’s Meat Market.
Maxie’s is located at 6732 W. Fairview Avenue, Milwaukee.
- Ashley’s Bar-B-Que
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Jeffrey K. / Yelp Here’s another hole-in-the-wall BBQ spot that has been around since 1961! The old school spot hasn’t been updated, but they sure know how to cook! The saucy and tender rib tips are to die for, and they even have a buffet Tuesday-Friday.
Ashley’s Bar-B-Que is located at 1501 W. Center Street, Milwaukee.
- Milwaukee Smoked BBQ
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Michael S. / Yelp This humble barbeque joint got its start in the garage of the owner, Don Michaels! The restaurant used to be a motorcycle shop, but Don decided to share his love of BBQ and turned the garage into Milwaukee Smoked BBQ. Smoked in custom-made smokers, you’ll get outstanding ribs, sandwiches, and sides!
Milwaukee Smoked BBQ is located at 3902 S. Whitnall Avenue, Milwaukee.
Have you been to any of these BBQ joints? Which is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!
Albert F. / Yelp
Michael Z. / Yelp
Smoke Shack is arguably one of the most well-known restaurants in Milwaukee, and they sure know how to do BBQ. Their meats are smoked on-site, making the entire restaurant smell amazing. The atmosphere is laid back and they have an awesome patio to soak up Milwaukee summers. Smoke Shack is a must-try for anyone, especially if you’re looking for top-notch barbeque in the Third Ward.
Smoke Shack is located at 332 N. Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee.
Andrew P. / Yelp
DOC’s Commerce Smokehouse / Facebook
The smell of Doc’s hits you as soon as you walk in, but the flavors of their sauces hit you even harder! This is one BBQ spot with a lot of flavor. Their tender pork will melt in your mouth, and their sides are out-of-this-world. They have an extensive and diverse beer list as well. Doc’s Commerce Smokehouse is located at 754 N. 4th Street, Milwaukee.
Double B’s BBQ / Yelp
Judy T. / Yelp
This BBQ joint on the edge of West Allis is known for their hickory-smoked meats. If you’re craving a pulled-pork sandwich, this is the place to go… and don’t forget the cornbread!
Double B’s BBQ is located at 7420 W. Greenfield Avenue, West Allis.
Joyce D. / Yelp
It might not look like much, but this hole-in-the-wall BBQ joint is to die for. Using the largest BBQ pit in the city and secret sauces unlike any other, this homemade barbeque can’t be beat. They only take cash, but have an ATM available if you didn’t plan ahead. Don’t expect anything fancy, but you can expect speedy service and some great food.
Speed Queen Bar-B-Q is located at 1130 W. Walnut Street, Milwaukee.
Sarah T. / Yelp
An P. / Yelp
This southern-inspired spot serves Creole and Cajun dishes. Not only do they serve up slow-cooked comfort food, they have a raw bar of oysters, clams, and shrimp. Grab a drink and a meal at this little stand located in the parking lot of the old Gerry O’Brien’s Meat Market.
Maxie’s is located at 6732 W. Fairview Avenue, Milwaukee.
Dori Z. / Yelp
Jeffrey K. / Yelp
Here’s another hole-in-the-wall BBQ spot that has been around since 1961! The old school spot hasn’t been updated, but they sure know how to cook! The saucy and tender rib tips are to die for, and they even have a buffet Tuesday-Friday.
Ashley’s Bar-B-Que is located at 1501 W. Center Street, Milwaukee.
Gabe P. / Yelp
Michael S. / Yelp
This humble barbeque joint got its start in the garage of the owner, Don Michaels! The restaurant used to be a motorcycle shop, but Don decided to share his love of BBQ and turned the garage into Milwaukee Smoked BBQ. Smoked in custom-made smokers, you’ll get outstanding ribs, sandwiches, and sides!
Milwaukee Smoked BBQ is located at 3902 S. Whitnall Avenue, Milwaukee.
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