Can you say YUM! Staying with friends and they ordered BBQ from BEAST I enjoyed the food very much. My first time ever trying pork steak (ever hearing it was a thing) it just might be my favorite bbq cut now $19.99. It was a thick cut very tender and full of flavor. We also enjoyed their brisket which had a nice char and was tender and full of smoke flavor. I would def dine there again. read more

The staff was friendly, welcoming, and made a great first impression. I actually arrived a few minutes before they officially opened. Even though they were still getting ready, someone immediately greeted me and offered me a menu so I could decide what I wanted while I waited. I thought that was a very thoughtful gesture and appreciated the excellent customer service. Once they opened, I received my food very quickly. At first I was excited because I needed to get back to work and had a fairly long drive ahead of me. I had skipped breakfast that morning, so I was very hungry. Before leaving, I took a bite of the snoot and immediately noticed that it wasn't even warm. It was covered in sauce, which initially disguised the fact that it was cold. As I drove, I started eating the Brussels sprouts since they were easy to eat with one hand. Unfortunately, they were also completely cold, not even slightly warm. As I reached the bottom of the Brussels sprouts container, I felt something hard and extra chewy in my mouth. I pulled it out and It turned out to be a piece of plastic. I have no idea how it ended up in my food, but I took a picture of it and have included it with this review. When I went back to the snoot, I realized that most of the pieces were still covered in very hard whiskers. My understanding is that those whiskers are supposed to be removed during preparation. At that point, I couldn't help but feel like I had been served food that had been sitting from the previous day. Because my order was to go, it felt like there was very little attention paid to whether the food was fresh, hot, or even properly prepared. The entire experience was disappointing on several levels. I really couldn't afford to eat out that day, but I wanted to try a restaurant that was highly recommended while I was working in the area. I expected that food served right after opening would be fresh, hot, and delicious. Instead, it was cold, poorly prepared, and contained a foreign object. The piece of plastic was the most concerning part of the experience. Thankfully, I always chew my food carefully. Had I swallowed it or choked while eating during my drive back to work, it could have resulted in a very serious accident. Based on my experience, I would recommend eating your meal inside the restaurant if you decide to give this place a try. If there's an issue with the temperature or quality of your food, you'll have the opportunity to bring it to the staff's attention immediately. Unfortunately, taking my meal to go meant I didn't discover the problems until I was already on the road, and by then there was nothing that could be done. read more

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Have ordered takeout from Beast on several occasions. Loved their snoot. No problems in the past. Bestie from Houston was visiting and I suggested snoot from Beast. Arrived around 4pm. Got waited on quickly. We sat inside (the restaurant was initially very hot INSIDE and then got cooler) Food arrived; bit into my snoot and the texture was different than before. Taste wasn't as good either. Were they old leftover from the day prior? Later that night at home, my stomach was tore up from the floor up. Hoped it was just me and not my bestie too. Unfortunately she spent the evening sick and in the bathroom too. Sorry. No more Beast for me. read more

There is no doubt this is one of the best bbq joints in St. Louis. Their brisket is delicious. I dream about their pork belly brussel sprouts and mac and cheese. They also offer housemade bbq sauces that are divine. It's a fast casual joint, so get ready to sit down and get your hands dirty with bbq! Highly recommend. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Brisket Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

Amazing bbq. Great vibes. Had a great time. Owner was super awesome too. The next time you were in the area, check this place out you will not be disappointed. Thank you for the hospitality, and the delicious food. read more

Great local smoked meats.. I have eaten here around 20 times and one of those meals I received left over dried out ribs which really bummed me out cause I look forward to grabbing. A meal here. Miss the "well fed beast ".. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Tips - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

Absolutely perfect BBQ! The brisket was mouth-watering, the beans are fantastic, and the sprouts are perhaps the best I've ever had! Great service too: it wasn't too busy, so I chatted with the staff, and they clearly love working here, making great food, and providing great service. They comped me a banana pudding and candied bacon too--extra treats, and both were scrumptious. 12/10 recommend this place! read more

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The food here is absolutely amazing. Their Pit Beans....phenomenal. The service was fantastic even on a busy day. And the overall vibe was great. No one acting pretentious and people saying hello and just enjoying their food! read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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For 10 years, I have seen a BBQ joint in Belleville, IL on Top 100 BBQ restaurants. I thought it was odd that it would be in Illinois but 17th Street BBQ in Murphysboro passed the test so let's see how Beast stacked up. I went with the 2 meat plate with pork steak, the Saturday special of pork belly burnt ends, potato salad, and cheddar mac and cheese. The flavor on the pork steak was superb with the mix of BBQ and steak. The pork belly bites overall were good but both meats suffered from the same flaws. I love BBQ and meat that just melts in my mouth. Both of these meats achieved that but there was also the other spectrum. There were moments where the meat gave my jaw a workout especially the burnt ends. I realize burnt ends are suppose to have that contrast and it might be a preference for me. But something else would be trying to cut it with plastic ware. Anyway, the highs of the meat surpassed the lows. The cheddar mac and cheese was the better of the two sides. It was superb and I highly recommend it. The potato salad was the baked potato variety. It was good but it seemed like it needed more of the conglomeration added to it to smooth out the overly potato taste. The best part of the meal were the sauces! They were leg-end-ary! The vinegar, Texas Chainsaw ( peppery), and Spicy Mustard would be among the best sauces I have had. The Standard was all right for a mild sauce. I was pleasantly surprised to see sweet tea that got the job done with my BBQ! I want to come back by and try more of Beast's BBQ! read more

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Service was friendly, sides were good, meats were alright. A little far out of the way from St Louis but the more traditional places were closed or out of meat and luckily Beast Craft still had meat late on a Saturday night. The candied bacon and the brussel sprouts with pork belly were great, much better sides than typical bbq places have. The pork steak was good, something different compared to normal bbq items. The ribs were fine but did not impress me. Tasted more like what someone could bbq in their own backyard over charcoal, not a true smoked taste. Overall if I was driving through, I would come here again, but I wouldn't drive out of my way for it. read more

The name says it all -- Beast. Because this BBQ goes hard. We ordered a mix of ribs, brisket, wings, and sides and honestly? Every single bite delivered. The brisket was juicy and smoky with a beautiful bark. The ribs had a sticky-sweet glaze with a little heat that made them fall in the "don't talk to me, I'm busy eating" category. The wings were solid too, but the sides? Stars in their own right. The mac & cheese was creamy and topped with golden crumbs, and the Brussels sprouts were crispy with bits of pork that sent them straight to flavor heaven. The potato salad and baked beans were also strong players on the tray. The vibe is casual and cool -- think metal + wood + butcher-style chalk art on the walls. Fast, friendly service and plenty of seating made it a comfortable spot to linger. Pro tip: Don't sleep on the sauce lineup -- try them all. You'll find your favorite. Beast Craft BBQ Co. -- Belleville, IL Would I go back? Absolutely. Should you try it? Yes, and bring your appetite. Follow me @asaintives for STL-area eats, treats, and food adventures with extra sass. #BBQDoneRight #BeastBBQ #BellevilleEats #thesassysaint #FoodieLife read more

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Food tasted great. Staff was amazing and patient with my picky child. Plenty of food for the price!

Food is great. Some very yummy sides too. Very easy to get to. Plenty of parking. Different from most local barbecue restaurants.

Nice place to visit the food is great nice atmosphere good price will visit again very soon

Some of the best BBQ I've ever had! I got the pulled pork sandwich and my mom got the brisket grilled cheese. We were both speechless because of how good it was. Price was a little high but for the quality and portion size it was definitely worth it. The Mac and cheese was breathtakingly good... service was fantastic with good recommendations and our food came out within 5 minutes of us sitting down. Classic interior with all the sports games you need at the bar! read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Brisket grilled cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

The sides had no flavor. The Mac and cheese was bland and the baked beans were ok but could have been better. My meal shown was just over $20. For that price I would have expected a little more brisket. It's safe to say that I will. It be going back for another meal. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Two meat plate. Half of a pork steak and two small pieces of Brisket. One was mostly fat - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

This place used to be one of the best BBQ places in all of STL metro. Now we won't be back here next year for our annual Thanksgiving trip. Brisket was mush and too salty. Pulled pork was pre-sauced like you get in the grocery store. They had the excuse of being busy for Thanksgiving. Then don't open your doors? Or offer a different lower quality and less expensive menu? You can even tell it in the waitstaff. They were doing the best with what they had but you could tell these complaints aren't new. Overall been a downward trend for this place for the last few years. Only get 2 stars because they brussel sprouts are fire even if not as crispy as they used to be. read more

While on vacation in St. Louis, we were searching for a great BBQ spot and Beast Craft BBQ Co. came highly recommended--so we made the 40-minute drive, and we're glad we did! The brisket sandwich was excellent, served on a flavorful bun with a fresh coleslaw topping. The fries were also a hit. We tried the pulled pork served on a tortilla, along with the sausage, pit beans, and more fries. The pit beans were especially tasty and full of flavor. One standout was the grilled cheese brisket sandwich--rich, cheesy, and satisfying. We also ordered the rib tips, which were good, though the ribs themselves were a bit tough and had more fat than we preferred. Overall, everything tasted great, and the staff was friendly and helpful throughout our visit. read more

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Real deal. That is all I have to say. This was my first time at the belleville location. I was bummed when they shut down the location in the grove as it was a regular spot I hit. In any case, the flagship location is incredible as expected. The interior has 2 primary dining areas. 1 half is small with a traditional bbq joint feel, and the other half has stools and a counter similar to a diner. I thought that was pretty cool. The food was superb. The brisket was fatty, salty, peppery, juicy. Cooked to absolute perfection. Tender and bursting with flavor. The fries are crispy, salty. Amazing. The seasoning they have on them is amazing. Oh, and their fry sauce is tangy perfection. The slaw is great. A pretty traditional slaw with a bit of mustard and vinegar behind a mayo base. Additionally, the tortillas they serve their plates with are so addictive. They crisp them up and it is amazing. The service was great also. The place was jumping for lunch, but they had ample staff to tackle the rush and keep the systems running smooth. I wish they still had the grove location because the belleville location is a small road trip for me, but well worth it. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Exterior - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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Pretty good good, been there for the first time last week and was a good meal. Will go back fs.

Fast casual spot with a bar but they don't serve alcohol. Plenty of seating. We got take out about 5pm on Saturday. 6pc smoke fried wings with two sides, pulled pork sandwich with a side, a la carte side of brisket and the comp'd pulled pork bit given for downloading the app. The staff were really nice and patient. It wasn't busy so no pressure to make decisions but I suggest know what you want before you go in. Get the app and place your order online. I attempted to order from their site and the system won't allow online orders at this time. Everything was good but the best was the wings. Juicy, crispy, and has a great dry rub blend. We got way too much food but worth it!! We'll definitely hit here again when in town. read more

I can't believe I'm saying this, but one of the best bbq spots in America is in Belleville, Illinois! This place is amazing, truly one of the best bbq I've ever had, and I've been all over the US. It's a small restaurant, with a small dining area, and a small parking lot. Make the trip and try it for yourself, you'll be surprised. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Pulled Pork Kielbasa Pit Beans (gf) Cheddar Mac - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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Just go here. We were greeted immediately when we walked in and were treated kindly the entire time. Split a 3 meat platter of ribs, wings, and pulled pork. Just fantastic. Everything was tender and flavorful, paired with great sauces. The place isn't large but it's not cramped. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Ribs, pulled pork, wings, fries, and Cheddar Mac - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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Just a tacky overpriced low class hot mess. I don't care how good it smells or how big the pit is, it's not worth it. This is what a money dog looks like, $15 for this crap at Octoberfest, the bread was old and hard. The first order was nothing but fat, not edible, so I took it back. They gave me another order no bread. So disappointed. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - After returning the first plate this is what they gave me. $15 - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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Absolutely the best pork steak I've ever eaten. Pair it with their killer baked beans. You've got yourself a world class bbq meal. Or don't. Taco Bell is across the street. read more

Food was so delicious I'll go back again and again Service was perfect on time never ran out of my drink Ambiance was comfortable but nice read more

Service was excellent. Food was disappointing. My order was takeout for 6 people. The side cabbage dish was so overly sallted, very little of the 3 boxed containters were eaten. It was thrown in the trash. The 3 pork steaks were very dry. In the past, the food has been delicious. Not so this time. read more

I just don't understand the hype. I was in town for work and the locals RAVED about this place. My boss and I figured we'd stop by. First off, the hours on Yelp are incorrect and need to be fixed. This place is actually open from 11-9 everyday and not the 11-3 on some days. The service is too notch. The cashier taking orders is very friendly and she sells the food. Courtney, our waitress is TOP NOTCH! She gave us great conversation. I learned all about her 16 day trip around the world and how she wants to go back to school and move to Gatlinburg someday. (Give her a raise please). We started off sitting on the dining side but is was BLISTERING cold. An old lady and I joked about it and she advised I sit on the bar side. I took her up on her suggestion. That side was waaaayyyy warmer and food friendly. Now on to the food. OVERHYPED!! (It's nowhere near the hype) I ordered the Well Fed Beast which came with Rib Tips, Sausage, pulled pork and brisket. For sides I chose Baked Beans and bacon Mac & Cheese. The pulled pork is DRY DRY DRY. The sauce couldn't save it. I left it on the plate. The baked beans are decent. The Bacon Mac & Cheese is TRASH. It reminds me of bacon bits sprinkled over some oddly tasting noodles and cheese. The sausage was decent. The rib tips were ok as well as the brisket. Sadly I will never be returning. Food is a 1 for me. Customer service is a 5. Combine those and divide by 2 and you get a smooth 3! Courtney SAVED THIS FOR ME. I really hope Courtney reaches her dreams and I wish this place the best and added seasoning for their food. read more

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This is the best BBQ spot in Belleville. My cousin drives from St. Charles to eat here regularly. I do live in town and get my orders delivered but they come promptly and still warm!y go-to order is for ribtips and fries with extra bbq sauces. The food is just tender and flavorful! read more

Good was great nice lunch date with my wife . We both really enjoyed the food mostly a half self serve half bring you your food. Really quite good recommended. read more

Friendly staff and service was incredibly quick. We came in a group, and by the time the last person ordered, the first person had already gotten their food. We got a lot of food, and I felt like their portions are actually pretty decent (good for taking home leftovers). We ordered the (award winning) mac and cheese, brisket, spare ribs, and fries w/ rib tips. Sides included potato salad and southern slaw. The candied bacon looked good but that was sold out. The mac and cheese definitely lived up to the hype; it was super creamy and cheesy. The cheese blend was very interesting - I couldn't put my finger on what it was but I really liked it. The brisket was tender, with just the right amount of smokiness, and the spare ribs had that perfect fall-off-the-bone texture. The rib tips on the fries were packed with flavor and paired well with the crispy fries underneath. Honestly, it was probably one of the best/crispiest/well-seasoned fries I'd ever had. The BBQ sauces were also really good. The sides didn't disappoint either. The potato salad was creamy and had a good balance of tanginess, and the southern slaw provided a refreshing crunch to cut through the richness of the meats. A little bit bummed we missed out on the candied bacon, but everything we did get was well worth it. Probably one of the better BBQ places we've had in STL, and that's saying a lot from a Texas-boy. 5/5 would come back. read more

We frequently ate at the beast when it was located in the Grove. It was hands down the best bbq spot in STL. This was our second visit to the Belleville IL location and I honestly wish I had gone to another restaurant for my Mother's Day dinner. The food is not the same. The collard greens and bacon Mac and cheese is no longer offered on the menu. The new Mac and cheese is worse than boxed Mac and cheese and the greens have been replaced with dried Brussel sprouts. The pork steak (which was one of our favorites) was very dry and I could barely bite into the ribs. Such a disappointment , especially at a 50.00 price point. I'm giving 2 stars for the service (the young ladies were really nice) but the food was definitely 1 star if that. read more

Came in for an earlier lunch while we were in the area on Saturday. Pretty quiet still and there was no line (11:30am) I went for the turkey plate with side salad and baked beans, my husband did 2 meats with brisket & kielbasa - Mac & cheese and Brussel sprouts on the side. Loved that the plates come with 2 stretchy delicious homemade tortillas. I made some BBQ tacos. Portions were judge and we had plenty for another meal. Wish they still had their grove location but this wasn't too far and is definitely worth the drive! Will be back. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Side House Salad w dressing on the side - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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Food was excellent. Easy to get to with ample parking. Side salad was premium. Sauce options were just right. Portions were plentiful! I have nothing but good things to say about this spot! read more

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Friends and I have had their bbq pork steaks, which are epic! This time we saw they came to our Belleville Octoberfest last weekend. Got lucky and they didn't have a long line at their booth. They had chicken legs, brisket, pulled pork sandwiches, potato salad, and cheese tots. Most to name a few of what they had to offer. Ended up trying the tots. The cheese sauce had a little tang to it, but overall I really liked it. I even put my own spin on it. Poured some bbq sauce over them. It's always fun to come down town Belleville for events like this and try different vendors out! A lot of the prices on items were a bit high. so just bear in mind, if you use cc at some of the vendors. They do charge process fees. It's definitely worth going to the event during the day vs at night. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - Cheese tator tots - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

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We have been to the Beast many times and we love their food! They are very friendly and willing to help you with any questions or requests.

Stopped here with buddies for an early dinner on a Saturday. The hype with which I'd been supplied about this place a few years back when it first opened was substantial. Made it a little odd that there wasn't really a wait despite it being 5-ish. We got a platter for two with ribs, brisket, pork, and sausage along with some extra beans/slaw/fries. Food was delivered in about 10 minutes. All of the meats were perfectly okay. Brisket was tender, pulled pork was also tender and seasoned well, and the fries absolutely stole the show. All of the sauces were solid. But on the whole? For being pretty hungry when we showed up, nothing was really spectacular, nor did it live up to the hype. I was told afterwards by a regular that it just wasn't quite as good as it was when they first opened. And I could see. Still seems like a fine place to stop in for BBQ if you're nearby, but measure expectations in the fine to good range. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - a man entering the door - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

If you haven't been to beast craft barbecue, then you're missing out! It is one of the best barbecue hidden gems out there! Most barbecue places smothered their food and so much sauce you can't really taste the flavor, but here you get lots of savory flavor and the sauces are abundantly rich with spices. They range from mild and savory to extra spicy, depending on your preference. The food is cooked with a little bit of crisp, but not dried out which is a perfect balance with meats. The meat is tender and juicy well not being overly greasy or oily. It's a fantastic place to stop in and get a delicious meal for a good price. read more

This place came highly recommended. My wife and I went over for a Sunday lunch. They open at 11 and we got there about 10 til and there was already folks waiting. Service was friendly and quick. The place itself is clean and well maintained. They were having an issue with their soda machine but had other drinks available. I got the two meat combo with fatty brisket and ribs. For my sides I got macaroni and cheese with bacon and potato salad. The brisket and the ribs were delicious! My wife who is not big on ribs ended up eating some of my ribs because they were so tender and full of flavor. The macaroni and cheese could be a meal itself absolutely delicious. The potato salad was great it is loaded it is a loaded baked potato salad with sour cream and the fixings. My wife got the Turkey and pulled pork and the same sides. Her Turkey and pork were outstanding. This place is amazing! I will definitely return and recommend you try it too. I hear the pork steak is a dish you have to try. read more

BEAST Craft BBQ - -2 Meat Combo with Brisket, ribs, macaroni and cheese with bacon and potato salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Belleville, Illinois

We ordered the smoked chicken wings and the turkey sandwich. We also got the potato salad. To be perfectly honest all the food was very good however, it was extremely salty and I found it somewhat un edible. The turkey sandwich was the best. It had a lot of good things on it however it was still too salty for me. The potato salad was one of the best I've ever had and again it was way too salty for me. We got carryout so as far as the service went, it was very good. The server helped me carry out the bag of food to my car. I would say that if you have no problem with salt, you would absolutely love this place. They put a lot of thought into the sandwiches and the wings as well as the potato salad. read more