Love the food and atmosphere. Friendly workers. Doesn't skimp on portions. Priced fairly. Busiest on Sundays with more selections of platters and desserts. read more

Very good bbq I will always come here the bbq really going to be good in the summer time

Food was not good taste like hot sauce poured over jerk chicken sizes were good red beans and rice good

Good flavor, rib tip dinner was small for the price, brisket potato hardly had meat on it. Friendly staff but ill informed. I asked if the restaurant was Black Owned and the cashier said yes. This was a young Black Man that was clueless or didn't pay attention to what was being asked. read more

This a review of the to-go meals I've had and the pick up experience. I went on a Sunday afternoon and had no trouble parking as they have a small lot. There is also plenty of street parking. There's plenty of indoor dining but also a cute outdoor dining space. I could smell the smoke from the grill, which is right out front, and it smelled good (great sign). I ordered the spare rib dinner with fries and coleslaw. I always get my sauce on the side so you'll note they're not sauced in my pics. I also ordered the southern fried catfish meal with black eyed peas and mac & cheese. The ribs were very, very good. The flavor on them was great without sauce (which is key to real bbq to me). Don't get me wrong, the sauce on the side was very good too. The catfish was really good too. I pinched a piece before I took the pic because it was so crispy looking it called my name - oops. It was lightly cornmeal coated and fried nicely without being overcooked. The black eyed peas were some of the best I've had in a long time. It was so easy to go in and place a take out order and didn't take long for the food to be ready. The people who took my order and gave me my food were extremely nice (perhaps the owners?). I'd definitely go back and try some other menu items too! I have my eye on the burger... read more

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I've only ordered carry-out once, but was pleased enough with my experience that I plan to go back. They have moved to 2730 N. Humboldt Blvd, and I submitted the update to Yelp for address, phone, and hours. The web address is still correct, but the hours on the website are not, so I pulled that from their Facebook page. They started offering brunch on Saturdays recently, so the brunch hours are included on the Facebook page and not the website, so I know Facebook page hours are correct. Anyway, I ordered fried chicken with mac-n-cheese, cornbread, and fries. The chicken and cornbread were excellent. Great texture on the cornbread, and the chicken was crisp and nicely seasoned. The chicken was available in thighs, legs, and wings only, which I'm fine with because I find chicken breat is too easy to dry out, so white meat fans will not find what you want for chicken here, but I prefer dark meat for chicken (and turkey) because it tastes better to me (and everyone else I know), so I was happy with the options. The seasoned fries were fine but didn't travel well, and the mac-n-cheese was fine, but I prefer more salt or a seasoning blend. Maybe they can offer an option with a seasoning blend. It could even be the blend they use in the chicken batter. I will definitely be back to try some of the BBQ dishes and I'd gladly order the chicken and cornbread again! read more

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Phone lines don't work. Menu prices don't match anywhere you look. Never have any of the meats you want left and run out of almost everything, everyday at dinner time. Pointless to even go there. read more

Cool little spot in an unlikely location, with plenty of space and outdoor seating. I also saw a big grill out front, but it didn't look like it was being used. I'm not sure if that's just for deco... It would've been cool to walk in past a grill smoking and putting out deliciousness (like Hawthorne Coffee Roasters had back in the day when they had the BBQ). The place already had a few customers when I went at 4pm on a weekday. There was a couple dining in, another lady in line ordering, and more coming in as waited for the food. I ordered half slab of spareribs, a dinner with rib tips, and gumbo (which comes with a piece of cornbread, I was told 3 times, with pride). They gave me a pager, and I waited outside with another customer, who was very nice and talkative. She told me she'd been here a few times, but that she liked another place down in Brookfield. Cool. I bookmarked it on Yelp to try next time lol. The half slab - I won't review this one here. Check the yelp elite experience for it. Sausage, Chicken and Shrimp Gumbo - $11 - it was nicely topped with 5 shrimp pieces, on a bed of rice and sausage and chicken. The broth was not thick, as I would expect from gumbo, but savory. Overall, it felt like too much rice, and even then, not really rice that was cooked together, but like it was separately cooked and put together later. It wasn't bad and I actually enjoyed it, but it didn't feel like gumbo. Maybe like chicken soup with added rice and sausage? And the cornbread went better with the ribs. Rib Tips - the dinner came with the tips, waffle fries, and beans. - The fries didn't travel well and was soggy by the time I got home, but interestingly, still good! It actually had good flavors and I didn't mind it being soggy at all! I would normally pop it in the air fryer for a few minutes for take out fries, and this may have been better with that, but it was still good without it. - The beans were a little sweet and went well with the meal. - The rib tips were a solid ok. I wonder if I would have liked it dry. I usually like to order the ribs dry with the sauce on the side, but just went for the whole experience this time. You can tell when the ribs are done right better if they're dry. The sauce was actually pretty spot on, though I would have preferred a little more kick over the sweet, so not quite finger licking good. The meat was tender but not quite falling off the bone, which is fine since I like me my meat textures. Overall, it's a solid 3-stars for me. I'd go back if I'm craving some ribs and don't feel like traveling for my favorite joint. But I'll definitely pass the gumbo (and cornbread). And I'll be ordering the tips dry with sauce on the side. If they'll honor it, maybe I'll ask for a double portion of fries over the beans. And I'll have some rice cooking at home if taking out, cuz the leftover ribs were really good with some white rice. read more

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Big Daddy's food at 92nd and Capitol Dr was surprisingly good. I got the shoulder dinner and it was awesome, later in the day they will run out of the sides, so plan accordingly. read more

Been seeing more and more advertising for this restaurant and was really excited to order from them. Not too many bbq places in Milwaukee. Unfortunately this place doesn't stick out from the rest. The food overall was average, 3 stars but the portion of the sides and dessert brought it down to 2 stars. Ordered over the phone a rib tip dinner and a chicken dinner with Mac n cheese yams peach cobbler and banana pudding. Chicken skin was soggy I'm sure it would of taste much better served right away so I'm not too disappointed and rib tips were slightly tough. Mac and cheese was okay, not bad but I've had better. Let's get into the yams -no flavor not even a spec of cinnamon I was highly disappointed given yams are very easy to make and difficult to mess up unless you're just being careless. The peach cobbler and banana pudding was very good but thought for $5 there serving portion would be more. With everything said I may come back to try the jerk rib tips they sound unique and hopefully the meat next to me will not be tough. Still on the search for great bbq in Milwaukee read more

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Had a wonderful time eating on the outdoor patio and getting to try Big Daddy's delicious BBQ. The spare ribs were fall off the bone amazing. The BBQ sauce was on point. We also tried the jerk beef tips and fried catfish. They were both quite tasty as well. My boyfriend loved the jerk. That was his favorite. For sides we enjoyed the coleslaw, baked beans and greens. The baked beans were so delicious we went back to order more. We will definitely be back again to enjoy the beautiful outdoor patio and fantastic food!!! read more

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The ribs are good. The cole slaw is good. The baked beans are excellent. The jerk rib tips are awesome. The catfish is very good. The greens are excellent. The decor and ambiance are perfect for this type of restaurant. The service was slow, and there were only three people working. But it really didn't bother me. Ribs are not fast food, in preparation or eating. Overall, a pleasant dining experience. I'll be back. read more

Food was excellent! 1st time customer. I ordered the catfish dinner and the wing dinner. Sides were greens, yams, and Mac n cheese. We are stuffed and have leftovers for tomorrow. I will be back soon. Thank you! #buyblack read more

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Staff had a very nasty attitude. Waited over an hour for a mediocre meal. Had rib tips, ribs, fish, coleslaw and soggy fries. When I got home I was missing my baked beans. I will not return. read more

Food was soo good. The collard greens were so good. You have to try this place if you haven't already!! Don't mind my half eaten Mac & Cheese lol. Satisfied customer read more

Big Daddy's BBQ and Soulfood - Barbeque Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I really, really wanted to like this place. I'm not a BBQ lover, so I tried their Thursday shrimp, chicken and sausage gumbo special and I wasn't impressed. While the quantity of sausage and shrimp was generous, there were only two small bits of chicken. And, overall, the sausage/shrimp to rice to stock ratios felt off to me. It was too thick for my taste. More importantly, the dish was terribly under-seasoned. I added salt and Tabasco to give it flavor. read more

We ordered fried catfish and ribs. The ribs had excellent flavor, but they were cold and tough. Being from the south its hard to find good catfish. But this was right up there with what my mother in law makes. Sauce was amazing want to try again read more

Fantastic food. Fantastic service. Fantastic Staff. The whole experience was absolutely wonderful. We tried variety of different items including the beef brisket and chicken and burgers. The combination burger and brisket looked Absolutely great. Everyone in the party loved their food choices. Be sure to check this place out. Bring your appetites. read more

I ordered delivery and my meal was everything I needed. I ordered the Jerk Rib Tip Dinner (with Mac & Cheese, Greens, and Cornbread), Fried Green Tomatoes, Potato Salad, Peach Cobbler, and Lemonade. The food was prepared perfectly and delivered quick! The serving sizes were perfect, giving me the opportunity to try everything and eat my meal without feeling overstuffed. I held myself back from devouring it all so I could enjoy some leftovers tomorrow! All in all a great meal, but the standout items for me were the Potato Salad and Peach Cobbler. All it took was one Snapchat to my friends of my lunch and immediately half a dozen people were remotely drooling. If you've never given Big Daddy a try, I would say you shouldn't put it off any longer! read more

They specialize in fake soul food breakfast. The salmon croquettes were horrendous. The pancakes were microwavable. The eggs were liquid and unseasoned. This was the worst breakfast ever. I should have known it was fake soul food when I saw Jose and his cousins cooking in the back. read more

On a tip from a friend, I ordered the fried turkey for Thanksgiving and were delighted with our choice. The turkey was tender and juicy...the perfect addition to our holiday meal! I also got a side of their greens and they were delicious too. We were impressed with the quality and will definitely order again next year! Thanks, BiggyD's! read more

Visiting from Los Angeles Googled Must Eat Black Owned Food Places An This Place Popped Up, Definitely One Of The Best Soul Food Places Ive Had! The Catfish Was My FAVORITE, The Rib Tips An Macaroni Was Also Bomb AF! Was Surprised The Greens We're Soo Delicious To Me Because I'm Very Picky With Greens. The Strawberry Lemonade Was The Perfect Drink To Go With It . Definitely Gonna Visit This Place Again Before Returning To Los Angeles read more

Order there Sunday soul food special I had the jerk rib tips and Mac and cheese and dressing my daughter had the Smothered chicken macaroni and cheese and mashed potatoes for $15.00 each dinner we add some other sides as well The banana pudding ,peach cobbler and yams we had the peach tea I am so picky when it comes to soul food being that I am from the south (Mississippi) the food here was good it was in my top 5 soul food places here in Milwaukee the Mac and cheese, rib tip, yams and peach cobbler was 5 stars for me good the dressing wasn't the best but it would do I would Recommend this place to my friends and family my daughter said her food was delicious as well I'm happy I was able to give them a try I called a few weeks ago and I was on hold for over 20 minutes read more

I am reviewing the Humboldt location. I have been supporting as many restaurants as I can during COVID-19 and I must say I am truly disappointed in the dinners here. The upcharge on the brisket was $5.00 and it was 2 pieces mainly with fat. The rib tips were just as fatty. Greens tasted were like they were out of a can sprinkled with red pepper flakes, yams were watery, mac and cheese was dry, sticky, and cold. Here is the kicker. My friend ordered a piece of 7up pound cake to go and was charged $8.00!!!! and it was DRY! I called back and informed them they should pull the remaining pieces, no I am sorry or we'll replace your dessert next time you're in the area. Nothing. So disappointing. Not going back. Sad because BBQ is one of my favorite foods. read more

Nope is all I'm going to say , bad customer service and long wait times , sorry not sorry !

Big Daddy's BBQ and Soul Food is the third restaurant to inhabit this space at Humboldt and Center, and the poor reviews are justified. The girl was visibly upset I interrupted her phone time to place my order, and the pulled pork was an insult to pigs. read more

The quality of the food would be four stars but the service was subpar. Clearly they were backed up with carry out orders and has limited attention to dine in customer experience. read more

WORST service ever. Do not go here. Waited 2 hours. Rude employees and a waste of time.

Best greens I've had in a long time! Fried green tomatoes were beyond delicious, the Mac n cheese was wonderful, and the catfish was awesome (could've used some tartar sauce). Takeout service was quick & painless read more

Went to 92nd and Capitol location because I am always looking for a great bbq place, well Big Daddy is not one. Ordered the Taste it all and also a 2 meat meal and my Bill came to over $62. The food I recieved barely was enough for 2 of my 5 family members. The food was average, but seemed to have way too much sauce that took away any of the flavor of the meat which was also very chewy. I also was supposed to get baked beans and Cole slaw with meal which was not included. I went back around 7 pm to get it and the door was locked. Says they are open till 8 and when I knocked a lady just looked at me and said we are closed and went into the back. I really wanted Big Daddy to be good since it is so close to my house but oh well guess I will keep looking read more

Would be a zero if it would let me! Placed an online order via DoorDash and headed to the restaurant to pick up our order. 3 "Soulfood Sunday platters and a large mac n cheese and an order of fried okra. Total was 65 and some change. Arrived at the restaurant exactly on time. Hubby went in, showed the front counter our dirt dash order on our phone and she replied it will be about ten minutes. No problem! We know everywhere is short staffed. Hubby came out the car. Gave them 15 mins just so we weren't standing there hovering. Upon re-entering the same girl as to look at our order again and stated "we don't even have none of that", I haven't charged this door dash thing all day it's dead. . I'm sorry what??!!! You let us sit around for you to tell us u have NONE of the food we ordered. I'm very disappointed, I really wanted to try the food so many have been raving about. Sorry guys lost my business. read more

I have seen lots of negative reviews for one of my new favorite bbq places (which says a lot considering it's their first day) and I would like to make this post to knock down the lies. People made comments about how the beans were spicy, I had the beans and they weren't spicy, the people saying that are the same people who say "that's got a kick!" After eating Outback Steakhouse's chili. And to the people saying that the Mac and cheese was luke warm...do you eat chipotle? mhm that's what I thought. This is soul food people, not your average American BBQ. I'm not even a huge fan of bbq restaurants but I can 100% say Big Daddies will be one of my go-to's. read more

i got the catfish dinner and my mother got the bbq rib tips. the catfish was good, wasn't fried hard enough for my liking but it was the best thing on my plate. the greens were super soggy and tasted like they came out of a can, the mac and cheese was VERY tasteless, and my mother got yams which were too brown, but tasted "alright." on top of this, the rib tips were super tough and burnt. i would not order from here again. read more

I went here to pick up some food as a delivery driver and I don't know what was happening but the employees started turning everyone away who wanted to place an order an hour before closing. There was one person working the register who was very inattentive, and several people who had been waiting quite a long time for their food. I had been asked who I was picking up for a couple times without receiving any real kind of update. After 30 minutes of waiting, I asked if they were able to complete the order or not. I told her the name and she said "oh, I thought we canceled that. Yeah, can you call the customer and tell them to cancel?" I understand things happen, but she didn't apologize or give any sympathy that I had wasted my time and lost money on other orders I could have been delivering. Even though I might "just" be a delivery driver and wasn't actually a customer, I could have been a future customer. Not anymore though. Also, this place had the stickiest floor. I'm talking, every step I took, I was peeling the bottom of my shoe off the ground. The only reason I'm giving two stars instead of one is because this wasn't the first time I had been here to pick up food and they've gotten it right in the past. read more

Very generous portions and great service. The ribs were the best! Super kind staff. Definitely worth the stop.

This place was awful they serve chicken legs and thighs dinner for two buffet for $50 I would not recommend anybody go there very bad

The jerk chicken was outstanding. Potentially the best I have had. The rib tips were a little dry. The biggest downside was the wait. Waited 20 minutes beyond the expected wait time for a lunch for 1. read more

SLOW!!! Omg it took 15 minutes to get my 1st cup of coffee and that was after I went to the counter to ask for it. The food came quick so that was okay. I asked for another cup of coffee and the receipt and had to ask twice. The waitress brought the receipt to the table but no coffee, wtf! I just went and paid and ask to speak to the manager and informed her of my concerns. She informed me the coffee wasn't finished but 1- why not say that when I ask for the coffee and two if you know you have people who asked about a 2nd cup of coffee when you brought the first one why not have more coffee available. The manager was very matter of fact and projected an attitude of oh well. I really want AA business to prosper but the customer service here is terrible. My mom warned me but I like to give businesses a try myself. Needless to say my mom was right. Either they don't understand the concept of customer service or they don't care. Get it together people!!!! read more

We ordered two of the fried chicken dinners with waffle fries and mac and cheese. Everything was very good. Chicken was crispy and moist with good seasoning. Mac was creamy and tasty. We ordered pick up, and the order was just getting bagged up when I got there. We will definitely be back. read more

this place is unbeatable. good energy, nice employees, affordable prices & tasty food. you must get the mac & cheese!!!