It is WILD to me that arguably the best barbecue in Siouxland is essentially a pop-up inside of a…read morebar downtown. Melting Cow knows what they are doing with a smoker and I am here for it. Whether it's their brisket, pulled pork, Mississippi beef. (my favorite), macaroni and cheese, or even their smoked cream cheese, you have to try it for yourself. When we were there yesterday, a woman told me she drives from Ponca just for their barbecue and walked out with a whole tray full of ribs. It's that good. Make sure to watch their Facebook page for updates on when they will be open and when they are sold out for the day. They also will give you a preview of what the menu is for the day and what is upcoming. I hear the seafood that they do is amazing. I can't wait to be there for that sometime. If you're on historic fourth in downtown, Sioux City, you won't see a restaurant with this name. Look for the bar Major's and as long as they are serving, you have found your place! This place is a sports bar with plenty of TVs, beer on tap, and your basic mixed drinks. So grab some barbecue, grab a beer, and watch a game while you stuff your face!

It's the slowest restaurant in all of Siouxland. The workers don't really understand you. I don't…read morerecommend it at all. This restaurant is the most deplorable place I've ever visited. In fact, I took the trouble to put a bad review so that in the future no one goes through what I went through

***in response to restaurant manager*** I am perfectly aware…read moreof the prices of what you call "Award winning BBQ" as I am aware of the predatory food delivery services tacking on extra fees and charges. No need to be condescending, and I guess there's no really reason for you to apologize for your sorry ass portion sizes, which you sort of admitted to. I'm not a hard guest to please, I just want what my $31 (NOT "$27.82", You don't even know your own prices on your own menu, after up charges) should be giving me product wise. All in all, your barbecue isn't all that great, it's just better than some of the other places that really suck. How dare you insult my intelligence, and sit there all smug and not even offer an apology. Not even ask me if I would consider coming back. I don't want compensation, I don't want a refund, I wanted you give me the amount of food I paid for. Maybe a little bit of grace for my decades long patronage. Your place is piss poor, and I'll never ever ever be back to another one ever again. So go ahead and wipe that grin off your face, go back to college & learn how to run a business that appeases all people, not just locals. You're so vain & tone deaf, you sit here & act like my pictures are actually going to entice people to go there. No need to "wish me luck" on my smoker. My brisket and pulled pork would blow your fast food franchise brisket and pulled pork out of the water ANY DAY. Since you want to be a smart mouth, I'm taking off another star. Original review below: I've been to a few famous Dave's here and there in my day, quite a few times. A LOT actually. So being out here in Sioux City Iowa & not really eating for the past couple days, I decided to go with a brand that I trusted. Cutting carbs, & going mainly carnivore is what I'm back to until I shed a few pounds. Been goin on a month so far. I didn't physically go to this location, I ordered off of GrubHub. But felt confident because of all the times I've frequented these across the country. I think that all changes today. I typically don't order a whole lot of barbecue, & typically 1 out of every 4 or 5 make the cut, & also because I make competition smoked meats on my Backwoods Lil Chubby G2 reverse flow competition water/wood smoker, & it's unfair for me to be a judge of a barbecue place because of my bias, & my uncanny talent in a smoke pit, but this is 1 place that I continued to go to because of consistency past. I ordered a 2 meat plate. Brisket (which was an upcharge) & jalapeno cheddar sausage. I ordered steamed broccoli, & a side Caesar salad (or their version of it) for a $2.50 up charge. The brisket wasn't actually bad at all, it's a lot better than a lot of other places I've eaten, but seriously, 4 slices? The sausage was fine. Normal big size sausage. I can't wrap my head around how you're charging me an extra 2.50 for a side Caesar salad, that is literally just What looks like McDonald's shredded lettuce, compared to the cost of what your beans, mac n cheese & other side dishes cost. I ordered the most cost-effective and profitable meal for you guys to make. I get it, times are hard right now for some, but this is really insulting. Including the tip for my driver of $7, this whole meal came to $41 & some change. The amount of food that I just got, comes in WAY below The typical 30% restaurant food cost. I probably got MAYBE $4 worth of meat & that's being generous. Looking at pictures of the brisket sandwich, it looks like the sandwich comes with twice as much meat so that also has me perplexed. Broccoli don't cost nothing. Shredded lettuce don't cost nothing. Since I'm cutting carbs, I only took one little nibble of the cornbread and threw it in the trash. Along with the other slice of bread that was on underneath my insult of brisket slices. The cornbread was actually really good. Too bad I can't eat it. I'm pulling a star, because your workers didn't pay attention when I asked for utensils & napkins. So I had to march my butt up to the truck stop while my food sat and got colder to get forks & napkins. What once was a reputable brand, a staple, a barbecue joint I had faith in, has now been cast away in the file with all of the other lackluster BBQ joints out there. I honestly can't see myself ever coming here, or to any other one, ever again. Read my review of Pops Place BBQ joint in Alabama. Look at my pictures, and see what $40 got me over there! LITERALLY 5X THE AMOUNT OF FOOD. I had enough food left over to last me 2 days after, & after eating this crap from famous Dave's, I am actually still really hungry. I am very very disappointed at Famous Daves. Do better. ***DISCLAIMER*** This pure, uncut, honest review is federally protected under Federal Law by way of Bill #EO14149. Removal or alteration of this review by Yelp and/or their affiliates without Expressed consent by it's author is strictly prohibited by FEDERAL law. VIolators will be prosecuted, and litigation imminent.

They used to be so good but the last 2 times the BBQ has been dry. Not sure what the change is but…read moreI hope it gets resolved.

Management, drive through staff. The gal at the drive thru was polite, does not have knoweledge of…read morewhats in items on the menu. I asked for choices in a simple kids meal, she directed me to the menu board, fair enough after sifting through all that I finally ordered my choices after she read my order back she went through upsales and I denied along with giving to United Way, The manager said how rude through the intercom. Well we confronted her. Then left without the order. No professionalism at this place.

I've eaten here once and my sandwich was awesome. And at that point the restaurant was going…read morethrough construction! I really enjoyed my meal there. It's a bit awkward getting there because it's on such a busy road, but you can get to it from a few directions. Never been inside; just the drive-thru. Gordon Drive is FULL of places to eat, and Arby's is always a good, comfortable choice.

This service is terrific. I come to this place often when I'm craving for a Blizzard or any other…read moretreat. Highly recommended.

I have never been more offended by staff of a fast food joint than today. Waitstaff were…read moreunfriendly, mumbled, and incapable of serving a five buck lunch. Also as I walked to a table to eat I heard them call me a "bimbo" and as I sat to eat they continued to stare at me as I ate. The dress I was wearing falls just above my knees and a has a oval neckline that DOES NOT show cleavage. To finish, the staff was completely unnerving and obscenely rude. If I could give a zero Star rating I would.

This food was so incredibly delicious. I can't believe how fast it was made and how kind the…read moreemployees were.

the dollar ice cream cone is the best! Love the Whopper too.read more

The place was crowded when we arrived at 6:30pm but we were offered immediate seating at the bar…read moreand we took it. The bar staff was amazing and service was spot on. The typical Road House country atmosphere was evident everywhere. I had the steakhouse salad and my son had a half rack of ribs. I took a photo of my salad but by the time I had turned to him he was 1/2 way into the rack of ribs. The salad was highly recommended and I finished it all. My son loved the fall off the bone ribs and the side of fried onions was a hit. It was a looong 1/4 mile walk uphill to the restaurant from the Hilton but the downhill walk was refreshing after dinner.

Service was horrible and even called the customer support to let them know on the 18th of May…read more Lady said someone would call me back, as of today being 5 days later still no call back. So no one cares of the shitty job they do. Also got over charged and missing food from our order.

Stopped by the city to get breakfast. Coming from Texas , hands down this place had me extremely…read moreimpressed. The chilaquiles were delicious and with great spice and flavor . The coffee served was amazing, they even gave us cold creamer and an extra pot to fill on our own. Waitress was super polite and friendly. Rarely ever give any food places a 10/10 but with everything I experienced it deserves it. Will return here someday.

Great service food is delicious very friendly and timely... my first pick everytime! Thank you!read more

Very slow kitchen. Overpriced IMO ($14 for a potato to go with your $50 steak??)…read more Very light wine pours. Overall, I'd skip this place even though the beef was good quality

Staying at the Marriott, Kahills was the easy choice for a relaxed Friday night dinner. Decent wine…read morelist & enjoyed the Malbec, but it is a light pour. The basket of fresh, warm rolls & bread hit the spot. We shared the 14 oz. Prime NY steak. Perfect medium rare & excellent flavor. Two veggie sides--green beans & creamed corn with jalapeños filled us up. Service was excellent. The restaurant is nicely appointed with stellar views of the river. During happy hour, a little noisy for my taste, but hearing people enjoying themselves beats being too quiet.