They're always sold out! What's the secret password? I've tried on numerous occasions - I drive by there all the time and it's always sold out! read more

This place is amazing. You can sometimes get some really interesting food. Its brisket is amazing and my son loves the pulled pork.

This is the best barbecue I've ever had, and I lived in Memphis for three years. I've always heard that barbecue is about the meat and not the sauce, but I'll admit that for me it has been about the sauce. No more. After trying their brisket and ribs without the sauce, I discovered it was so good I didn't need any. This is how barbecue should be. Along with the excellent barbecue, their sides are real good and the service is friendly and helpful. We have to drive 20 minutes to get to Barabicu, but it is worth it. read more

Hands down this is some of the best BBQ I have ever tasted in my life. They do it right with just the correct amount of smoke giving the perfect pink hue in the meat. The rib meat is that perfect give and take between falling off the bone but not quite. Ribs are done to perfection. When I went they had Meatloaf on special and it was spectacular. I took the BBQ over to my Mom's (she makes great meatloaf) and when I walked in the door I said "MA MEATLOAF" and she tried it and admitted it was better than her own. WHOA. Don't get me started on the cupcake chicken. It's moist, seasoned to perfection and smoked to give it that extra awesomeness. I cant imagine the time they spend de-boning all the thighs and seasoning, and marinating the chicken, and then wrapping the chicken back in the skin and smoking it in cup cake tins....WHAT? I dream about this chicken, STAFF: Super cool peeps and they make ya feel right at home when you walk in. I cant say enough good things about this place. They even donated food to my Mom's church group for 300 people. DROP THE MIKE: This place already won my heart, and I will be a customer and advocate for life. read more

Had a taste for ribs. Glad I went here. The ribs were great. Sauce not needed. As far as sides, I had trouble deciding between the chipotle mac and cheese and the smoked potato salad.I chose the smoked potato salad and was not disappointed. A little pricey for lunch but soooo worth it. read more

What a great place to eat super friendly staff food was amazing I never felt so welcome I had the brisket and ribs they were finger licking good they definitely found a customer for life keep up the great work read more

I have wanted to try this spot for a while after reading the rave reviews on Yelp and Cleveland food blogs. Got the brisket, baby back ribs and Mac & Cheese. The ribs and brisket were OUTSTANDING! Both had the perfect amount of Smoky taste and bark. These folks really know their way around a smoker! Good BBQ isn't cheap so don't expect Famous Dave's prices, this is definitely the real deal. The Mac & Cheese was nothing special however, I would like to try a different side next time. This is a no-frills place selling great BBQ so dont expect a 5-star experience. You have to get there as soon as they open or else you will fight with the crowd for what's left, they sell out of everything pretty fast. I will definitely be back for more! read more

This is the most amazing barbecue I have had. The brisket was absolutely perfect...perfect bark, perfect smoke ring, perfect flavor..just perfect. The cupcake chicken is absolutely revolutionary in chicken related foods that I have consumed. My friend ordered the pulled pork and also stated that it's the best pulled pork he has ever had. He commented that another reviewer was correct when they said the pork was like a cloud...fluffy. The only knock against the restaurant, which they are remedying after the first of the year, is that they have no seating...yet. They have a nice sized space that will make for a fabulous seating area for happy customers. The food and the employees are worth the trip. They could not have been more friendly towards us and gave us samples of the sides to aid in our decision. This was my first trip to Barabicu but will not be my last! Thank you for the delicious food that you have brought to northeast Ohio! God bless you and your business! read more

Amazing...that is all..Super portion size and reasonable price. Can't remember the guy's name that waited on me but I think he may have been the owner and wanted to give me samples of everything they had and seemed genuinely happy that I was there read more

Best barbecue in town, and it's not even close, honestly. Staff is always awesome, giving samples while you wait on your order.

AMAZING PLACE TO EAT super juicy meats, bacons phenomenal 1000 stars ! Staff is very friendly. Great service

Hardcore BBQ done right. The food is top notch. Everything moist and flavorful. No frills (no bathroom). Focus is 100% on the food and the owners have a ton of passion. Not to be missed read more

This is the real deal folks! Meaty, fall off the bone, nice bark, chew is perfect. Great flavor, no sauce required. Get there early, they do sell out. read more

The food is amazing. Normally, we'd lean towards ribs and pulled pork, which is certainly above par here. However, we fell in love with the smoked meatloaf and the smoked sausage. Very high quality. The place doesnt look like much on the inside, but the food, the FOOD! Excellent, definitely returning. read more

Wow I can't believe I haven't left a review of this place. Its probably my most frequent stop. You can not go wrong here. Brisket is my favorite, but seriously everything is so delicious. Ths brothers are very polite, knowledgeable, and care about their product. This is a must try! read more

Barbecue nirvana, welcome to Cleveland. It's about time you got here. Let's start with the meats. Beautifully cooked and smoked, tender to the bite. The brisket and ribs were true standouts. Pulled pork and the "chicken cupcake" (nicely made chicken thigh) were also great. Choice of sauces for the tomato and non-tomato based fans. The mustard vinegar was my favorite. Pairs amazingly with the fatty brisket -- just the right acidic touch. Tried two sides -- the mac and cheese and the baked beans. Both nice, though admittedly not as wow as the meats. More than just great food, the people running this place are exactly the dreamers and doers you want to support. Jon took a few minutes to show us his craft and Barrie made us feel at home at the register and even handed us a snack while we waited. Take out only for now. Tables coming in the new year. Can't wait to go back for that! read more

The brisket was out of this world! Also tried the ribs and the cupcake chicken. Everything was cooked to perfection and well seasoned. Barabicu is very passionate about what they do, but more importantly, it is fun for them! Jon was so excited to tell us the whole story and explained about the different meats, how it is cooked, and what to look for. I really enjoyed the smoked potato salad and I'm not a fan of collard greens, but my friends said they were the best they had ever had and got a second helping! Looking forward to going back and having other friends try it, especially when they open up the dine-in portion. It is take-out only at this time. read more

This might be the best barbecue around. The tough part is getting food, as it is made in fixed quantities to ensure freshness/quality and is typically sold out well before dinner time. Brisket, pulled pork, meatloaf, and specials/one-offs such as double-smoked bacon or scotch eggs are all unbelievably good, as are the sides. I think of this place as a rare treat as I can essentially only eat there on Saturdays, but the quality never disappoints. read more

Awesome food. Chipotle Queso mac n cheese is fantastic as well as the meatloaf. Brisket is to die for but the star for me is the smokehouse chili. Simply amazing. Great flavor and big chunks of brisket . Also have to try the jalapeno sausages. Cant say enough anout this place except, glad it's in Parma read more

Great Brisket, very well priced but let me just say one thing "cupcake Chicken" I know... Same thing I said WTF! but it is not a cupcake it is a chicken breast rolled up in its own skin with fantastic flavors all throughout. Smoke... Smoke some more and get the Brisket Bro! read more

Best kept secret in Parma .... For now ... Just the right amount of smoke ... Brisket juicy and tender , if you don't know what a chicken cupcake is you are missing out ! Two sauces one mustard viniger based one kc style . Double smoked bacon on Saturday is the best ! read more

LOVE this place! We have ordered take out a few times and left impressed not only w food but also the couple who run the joint. They offered me tastes of some items (for free ) that I asked about and were super genuine and helpful. I assumed they wouldn't last because I didn't think Parma had enough demand. SO glad I was wrong! Spot looks to be thriving. Can't wait to smash some more Barabicu soon. Yummmmm read more

Not what you are thinking. It's basically a catering place. I wouldn't recommend for lunch or dinner. Not a comfortable place to dine in. No silverware or anything like that. And honestly, none of the food tasted good. The pulled pork was bland. The bbq sauce wasn't good and the mac n' cheese was average. If you're looking for bbq. Go somewhere else. read more

If you're considering trying this place, don't waste time even thinking about it, just go! It's great overall, from the food to the customer service. We grew up in Texas and we love some good BBQ. They excelled in all aspects, the flavor of the pulled pork was delicious, the brisket was so soft and easily pulled apart. I am not a huge meatloaf fan but they won us over with their version. As for sides, you have to try the chipotle queso Mac, you will not be disappointed. Now go and try it for yourself! read more

Delish bbq in an unassuming spot. Get the sampler and enjoy the smoked meatloaf and brisket. The best I've had in Cle! Maybe ever.

Great place! Will visit as often as I can! Had the ribs (very tender and meaty), chipotle mac n cheese and greens. Everything was well seasoned, smoky and hot. Friendly guys make the experience even better. I have traveled everywhere and try bar-b-q where I can. This place rates in top 5! Keep it up guys! read more

Tried to go there at 5pm and they were sold out! The people I was with has coworkers that said it was great but evertime thay tried going it was sold out. This place need to fire whoever places the orders. Cause my friends, me, their friends and all our coworker will not keep driving over there to see a Sold Out sign. read more

Never seems to be open. Very intrigued! What else are you looking for me to write? They aren't open and after multiple attempts to call don't answer. Neighbor says they are open. Confused! read more

We had brisket, meatloaf, ribs, pulled pork, sausage, mac and cheese, and the beans. Everything was so good. I was out the on vacation and now I am back home in Cali. I have been craving the meatloaf. MOUTHWATERING food and the prices a GREAT. I will be back or have my cousin overnight me some. read more

This place is awesome. Great Brisket with a deep smokey bark. Pulled pork with the perfect amount of seasoning. Three sauces sweet, spicy and mustard based. All of them are great. The spicy barbecued beans and jalapeno Mac and cheese sides are delicious. The sink in the dining room is a very thoughtful touch for cleaning up after the delicious smoked food orgy. Can't wait to check back in here. Check them out. read more

Let me tell you about this little hidden gem! This barbecue spot is located in Parma, near Snow Rd and Ridge Rd intersection. By the time you spot this place, you are already past it. This time circled back toward it. Upon entering I was pleasantly greeted with numerous samples of beef brisket, greens, and homemade meatloaf. All of which were to die for, without adding any sauce to the meat. The brisket had a beautiful crust, with the right amount of fat to meat ratio. The gentleman laughed as I said, oh my God while tasting it. This brisket gets 5 stars! The greens were cooked tender with a vinegary flavor yet sweet at the same time. The meatloaf was exceptionally moist, this also gets 5 stars! Also I tried the smokehouse chili which they gave me to take home. This was a generous 8 oz sample. Also I took home the Island smoked BBQ beans. They were flavorful but less sweet in taste. Cannot wait to go back to try the ribs! I'll have to get more brisket too! They have two sauces a mustard vinegar one that is like Carolina style sauce. The other is tangy sweet which is like a Kansas Memphis style sauce. The mustard vinegar goes perfect with the brisket to cut the fat flavor. This is similar to Mabel's BBQ.. but a little less costly, and close to home! read more

Barabicu Smokehouse - The collard greens, phenomenal beef brisket, Cupcake chicken, Island pit smoked beans, and smokehouse chili.. - Barbeque Near Me - Parma, Ohio

You can tell that the food was made with so much love. Generous portions and such a steal for the money. You have to try the cupcake chicken I have never had anything like it before read more

Best barbecue in Ohio and coolest owners. Love love love the greens and you can't go wrong with the brisket, ribs, or pulled pork. So juicy it falls apart and melts in your mouth. Only improvement is probaby better website for advertising but then they would sell out even faster!! read more

My favorite local BBQ spot in Cleveland. Call ahead because they sell out fast! Can't wait for them to expand this place!

Very good brisket and pork. Fabulous jalapeño sausage and Mac n cheese. We plan on getting to this part of town a lot more often around lunch time! read more

Five stars isn't enough. This is true bbq . The smoked corned beef is out of this world. The ribs and brisket can't be beat. Don't let the storefront fool you , this is the real Mc Coy read more

I've heard nothing but good things about this smokehouse. I live an hour away and never get there in time before they run out of meat, when visiting my family on weekends. Yesterday I finally had a chance to try it and I was not disappointed! The brisket and pulled pork were so amazing and made me want more. The staff was extremely friendly. Looking forward to the next visit. They close once they run out of food, so, I would recommend calling in your order so you don't miss out. read more

I sure as hell am no BBQ expert, but as the cliche goes, I sure know what I like. And, I REALLY like Barabicu. Only been one visit so far but that's going to change this weekend. We tried the pulled pork and their unusual "Cupcake Chicken." Both were just outstanding. We really like their vinegar based sauce, too. I have a hunch these nice and talented folks are going to be here a LONG time. At least I hope so. read more

The BBQ here is out of this world! For starters, it is take out only currently but they look big enough to add dining space. My husband ordered the pulled pork which was $8.00 for a half pound and all of their BBQ comes with both of their sauces on the side to try! I had the beef sandwich which was also amazing. I absolutely loved the sides they offer. The mac and cheese is different (they smoke their Mac and cheese) but pretty tasty and I absolutely loved their coleslaw which was more on the vinegary side. If you love BBQ, I would definitely come here!!! read more

Finally got to visit. Parked the car in the back lot & got to see the smoker & wood. The smell greets you as you approach the door. Awesome staff, excited about what they do, happy to walk you through what's available. We got a full rack of ribs, chicken cupcakes, sausage, mac n cheese & smoked potato salad. All the meats were amazing. I'm extremely picky about ribs & sausage. I'm not a fan of chicken thighs. The chicken cupcakes are fantastic! Bit hesitantly at first, & quickly realized there was no threat of "funny" chicken. All of the meats were perfectly smokey, tender & delicious. Hard to pick a favorite! read more