I get take out frequently here. The ribs were perfectly smoked and falling off the bone. Ate way to much while watching college football championship Saturday. Had left overs and made smoked ribs tacos the next day. Co-workers were jealous. read more

Stopping through Decatur from Indianapolis and was in the mood for some BQQ. This beats half the bqq spots in my city! Definitely worth a try. read more

PT's Barbeque - Polish - Barbeque Near Me - Decatur, Illinois

There is no flavor in the macaroni and cheese. But the barbecue sausage sandwich delicious

Pulled pork sandwich is the go to when you pull up to this roadside stop. The prices are reasonable as well as the rib tips.

I was told about this place from guys at work and they didn't lie! I asked what they recommend the guy working said rib tips are their best seller. I got an order. I thought $15 was a little high but when I got the food it was enough to feed 2 men! Beyond that the meat was tender and absolutely delicious. Best local BBQ I've had in the past 10 years. read more

The last two times I ordered chicken (Labor Day 2024 & December 2024) it was very dry. In addition, my December order also tasted like the smell of fumes. However, the service is always polite and appreciative. read more

Yee haw. Man was this place good. Half slab of ribs cooked just right, had you licking your fingers. Mac and cheese side was good. Collards were okay, I'd pick something else next time-but I'm picky on my collards. I'd say it's the best actually bbq in Decatur and Springfield read more

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Amazing! Everything was fresh and flavorful. The service made it even better! And the ambiance isn't much but it was all that you needed

I've called my order on a couple of occasions, and my order was correct and hot! I did wait a few minutes, but food was just coming off the grill. I get the sauce on the side just in case someone doesn't want it or I sneak a taste The aroma makes your mouth water! Staff is friendly enough. No dining in service. Just pick up and go. I can't speak to the side dishes offered as I only get meat. No ambiance, it's just delicious bbq. Prices aren't bad. A slab of ribs maybe @ 23$, but it's worth it. read more

Best bbq in Decatur. I usually get the full slab of ribs and potato salad and it's allways fresh. I like the fact that they actually grill the meat and not just oven bake it. read more

Love it, Love it. The pork sandwiches are my favorite. You will love their food in Springfield & Decatur locations. So go try it.

This spot was on my bucket list we drove 600 miles to sample his rib tips. Owner Perry greated us with a huge smile that was genuine and bespoke the depth of his heart and love for people. Rib tips were perfectly seasoned, piping hot and unusually tender. I tried to stop with one helping, but my stomach refused to be denied. This was a trip we had planned for more than 2 years and we were NOT disappointed! Add PT's to your list of BBQ SPOTS....you'll be glad you did. read more

Just a good place to get some good BBQ! I like coming here. Everything is good. Can't really go wrong with this place. read more

Best BBQ I've had! Slab, tips and bbq sandwich all great! Every time I come to Decatur, I try and stop by to get my bbq fix! Highly recommend! read more

This is a go to lunch spot for me in Decatur. The rib tips are second to none and the chicken is always moist and smoky. Service is always friendly and fast! Portions are very generous for a great price. If you've driven by this spot and not stopped, you're missing out! read more

Man the baked beans are the shit! Seriously still drooling after finishing them 20 minutes ago. The ribs tips were on point and the slaw was great too! If you haven't been here, you are missing out! read more

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Great food. Got a bunch of food and the guys quickly made my order. We ordered $60 worth and I ordered it when I got there because I couldn't find a menu and they had the food out in like 15 minutes. Tips and polish sausage are the real deal and all the other food was great too. 10x better than the other bbq spots I've had since I moved to Illinois. Definitely will go back, might even go back right now read more

The bbq was great. The sides were not for me. I can't speak for anyone else. Try it you might like it

This place reminds me of a hole-in-the-wall, no place to sit BBQ places in Chicago, and my goodness, their rib tips are so freaking awesome. There are no space to sit and eat, so all your orders are to-go. That intense flavor that comes from smoking low and slow does show in it's tips. It's tender, juice and smokey. Just like they do it in Chicago. It's pretty simple operation they run, although they do not keep their sides hot(mac and cheese, baked beans etc) their cold sides (potato salad, cole slaw) are really great. This is the only authentic and old school BBQ in Decatur and you really need to come check this place out. read more

Just picked up a full slab of ribs here and it's FANTASTIC. Walk in and there's a small sitting area, but it keeps you out of dying in the heat. Doesn't take long to get food, small hole in the wall kind of place. Unfortunately I'm just passing through town so won't be back, but definitely it's a great place to go! read more

PT's has the best barbecue in Decatur. I always get the rib tips, but I would recommend anything they have. It's pit barbecue cooked authentically. read more

We picked up bbq chicken and pork for a family party. Was hot and ready when we got there. Prices were great and the food was better. This was some of the best bbq we have ever had. To top it off the owner/pitmaster was super friendly. Definitely recommend PTs. read more

Fantastic ribs and rib tips! We went by and got a full slab and small tips which were delicious! We didn't smell any tasty smoked meat scents until we were inside, but then it smelled heavenly and tasted even better. We'll definitely be back...because they were out of brisket today and we really want to try the brisket there. They have seating but no tables, just places to sit while you wait for your order. read more

I've only been here once but it was really, really good. Pulled pork, potato salad and beans. Mmmm.

Great Chicken and rib tips. I want to try the brisket---it was sold out. The sauce was very flavorful. The smoker was going like crazy!

Food is good. Service is good. My husband and I stop there often. Im glad they will be open for the winter.

Best pulled pork BBQ sandwich and baked beans in Decatur. No seating though, take out only. Good price, friendly service.

Friendly staff. No where to sit indoors. Food had good flavor. The sitting area was dirty. Made me wonder how clean the kitchen was. Good value for the price. read more

This looks a bit downmarket compared with the only competition in town (competition has a rotating pink pig sign and stainless steel aplenty inside and more choices of sauce), and it is easily overlooked if you drive past on the east-west street to the north, but when I dropped by there was a smoker billowing fragrant smoke to Heaven like incense representing the prayers of the faithful (there is a religious element to good barbecue, like that or not -- some of the best BBQ places have Biblical passages posted, even). Portions of side dishes are bigger than at the competition, and there is a chthonic quality to the rib tips (at least -- need to return and try other meats) that makes them edge out the competition's, good as they are. A bit scruffy but the food is slightly better. At least the banausic tired old city of my birth has two barbecue joints worth going to. Note: neither has inside seating. Competition has nice outside tables. read more