Greeted by Suzy, who is so welcoming. Served by Ariel, very friendly and attentive to our needs. Good food and good service definitely brings us back for future visits. The restaurant very clean with stylish western decor. Prices reasonable for the quality and quantity of meals. read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - Rib dinner, lunch combo shrimp and cod, and 2 pc fish and chips. Delicious! - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Normally a 5 but last 2 times very dry. I might try it again although it is an hour drive each way. The ribs in Farmington were better.

Visiting The Boneyard was a whole experience. I've always heard about it from my dad, who used to come here often when he was growing up, so it was nice to finally try it for myself. The portions are huge, and the BBQ sauce is crackkk. The ribs aren't the meatiest, but they're still tasty and filling. read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - Cottage Fries - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

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A group of 10 of us went to Boneyard for dinner on a weekend. The food was great for the price! I had tips and my husband got the 1lb burger, and others got a mix of salads, chicken kebab, and ribs, and everyone enjoyed their food! Our server was very friendly and was there when we needed her, the kitchen was a little slow but our server explained that this was the back up crew lol and was very accommodating. I would come back for sure! read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - Rib Tips - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

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My absolute favorite place for ribs!!!!! Go there and you will see! Great food! Great ribs! Great times with family and friends! Also, great Greek salad!!!!! Number 1 in my book!!! read more

Ribs for 2 Dinner. Excellent as always! Quality always top notch. Rib's done to perfection,as were crispy cottage potatoes for me and baked potato for the wife .Service fast & professional,great atmosphere for a quiet meal. read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - Whole Slab for 2 - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

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A co-worker always talked about this place then tried it and love the food. They are one of top BBQ places around Detroit.

OMG, I have always bragged about The BoneYard, they have never disappointed me in the past, until Saturday, March 20, 2026, I had a large order, we order 10 meals, well when they got back it was a total disaster, first, they shorted us a meal, second, the ribs looked and tasted like they cooked them a week ago, they were not the ribs they are known for, third, the potatoes were rock hard with the center of each potatoes' was dark in the center like when the potato is rotten and was rock hard, fourth, they did not even bother to mark the meals so we would know exactly what we was getting, fifth, the broasted chicken was terrible, dry, no crust, dark as if they cooked it earlier and drop it back into the grease to warm it. I will NEVER go there again. My bill was $300, and the only thing that did not disappoint was the BBQ sauce. NEVER EVER AGAIN!!!! read more

Stopped by after years of by passing this place. The place was crowded with a waiting line for dine-in. Got carry out order of slab of ribs. Very disappointing! Ribs seasoned with dry rub only. Sauce comes on the side and the sauce is good. However, ribs are low quality, mostly bone and fat. Very little lean meat. Tough, dry and not one good meaty bite out of the entire slab! Obviously this restaurant is pumping out a high volume of ribs to their diners at a reasonable price while compromising quality. I would not recommend this place to anyone who understands the standards of a good slab of ribs! Jackie S. Southfield read more

From the moment you walk in, you can smell the slow-smoked perfection. The meats are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor -- you can tell everything is cooked with care and real BBQ passion. The brisket melts in your mouth, the ribs fall right off the bone, and the pulled pork has that perfect smoky balance without being overpowering. The sides are just as impressive -- flavorful, fresh, and the perfect complement to the main dishes. Their mac and cheese and baked beans are must-haves. On top of the amazing food, the customer service is outstanding. Friendly, welcoming staff who make you feel like family and genuinely appreciate your business. If you're looking for authentic BBQ that delivers on flavor, quality, and atmosphere, Bone Yard BBQ should be at the very top of your list. I'll definitely be back -- and bringing friends with me. Highly recommended! read more

Stopped by again for dinner. Goldie was our server, it was a very busy Sunday night. Goldie was quick to get our drinks and take our order. We got our salads right away (try the house salad with ranch, so good!). Our food came out soon after we finished our salads. We ordered 3/4 slab of bbq ribs dinner and 1/2 bbq chicken dinner. Everything was delicious and Goldie kept our drinks full and kept checking on us. We will very back! read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - 3/4 slab bbq ribs and 1/2 bbq chicken - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

The food is always fresh and hot, and the service is excellent. Jaden and Abby are wonderful--always friendly, fast, and efficient. Whether dine-in or takeout, everything is top-notch. read more

As always a meal at boneyard, barbecue is one of the best rib choice in the area. The wait staff is great and always pleasant to deal with. The ribs come out hot and fr the potatoes are always cooked the way we like. When my husband wants ribs. This is our go to place. read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - BoneYard! The best in the city. - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

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Food was good and hot. I ordered the rib shrimp combo and added Broasted chicken. The ribs had great flavor but were a little chewy, fried shrimp was perfectly cooked, the chicken was too hard and lacked on taste, just wasn't that good at all. Also The cottage potatoes were undercooked and very greasy. Now the service was just ok nothing great, matter of fact at times I thought I was being ignored. read more

I live in Los Angeles and was disappointed to learn that the Boneyard on Orchard Lake closed. During the Thanksgiving holiday, I was in town, and my family learned that the Boneyard still had their Dearborn location open. The owner was so nice to all of us; the food was terrific, and he even gave me a bottle of their famous barbeque sauce to take back to LA. Anyone who used to patronize the Farmington Hills location should make the trek to the Boneyard's original location. This restaurant knows how to keep its customers coming back. read more

The food was phenomenal. Love the ribs will be returning for the shrimp. The service could have been better but ultimately it was fine.

it's been over 20 years since I had a bone yard had The chicken looks so like they need to change their grease potatoes not done. Toast wasn't done $16 worth of food for nothing won't be going back there ever again. read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Solid food, but subpar customer service. First time at this location in several years and I probably won't be back. We used to go here all the time growing up, but once we moved to north Oakland we've been going to the Farmington hills location. On our most recent visit for Memorial Day, we had the rib tips starter, the chicken and ribs combo and my mom got the triple play. As usual a ton of value. The issues I had mainly stem from the fact the chicken was a bit on the burnt side compared to the Farmington hills location, the lack of green onion(boneyard staple) and the snappy waitress who acted like she couldn't be bothered to actually wait on us. On a pure value basis, few places will beat Boneyard. You get like 2 pounds of food for 23 bucks. Enough to share and enough for multiple meals. read more

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very good tender ribs. The chicken is excellent. The potato chips could be cooked a little bit longer.

This is a negative review Because their called rotisserie ribs that are not of the same quality or flavor as they used to be This was a dine in visit during lunch ordered the rib combo ribs were tough could not even chew them sent them back and the next order was just as bad brought it to their attention. The lady became offended. I am officially done with boneyard ribs. They no longer take the time to cook them and they get rid of the old and give it to you. read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - The true meaning of bare bones,all bones not meat smh - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

The BoneYard is a staple for us. The restaurant is typical bbq design with wood everywhere. Booths are very spacious. The waitstaff is always great and you don't have to wait long to get served. The house BYB salad is awesome. The ranch is really good. I enjoy their onion tower. The onion rings are crispy and seasoned nice. I personally think they have the best BBQ sauce. I enjoy their ribs when we order them. Mostly we order the half chicken with cottage fries. You get garlic bread too. It's always very good, never been disappointed with the meal. Again, service is great and the food is good and filling. read more

Went here for the last time today, ordered a slab for two which is seven dollars more than a slab dinner I received a slab and two bones and an extra thing of coleslaw which is disguising. For the price I will find a mom and pop spot to spend my money with. Also the slab wasn't done. read more

First time here and I think the ribs are amazing!! Finally a barbecue place that has ribs that are perfectly charged with the right amount of barbecue sauce. They are moist and so flavorful. The potatoes are delicious, and portions are huge! The coleslaw is delicious, it has the right amount of sweetness and carrot. The Greek side salad was also delicious. The owners here are very nice and very welcoming . Our waitress, Caitly, was very friendly and very efficient. She made us feel very welcome and was always there for us. I give them ten stars My favorite rib place in the US! read more

The best bbq in Michigan comes out fast barely no waiting. This place never disappoints

I have ribs at many different places however if I am going to eat ribs by where I live there is no other place to go but the boneyard. It's funny they have many different menu items but I have never had anything else but the ribs cottage fries and bread there sauce is so good. I simply have never had better ribs then here usually get them to go but here is a tip if you sit down and eat them right away it is magical how good they really are! read more

Terrible food and surly waitress. I meet some friends monthly at Boneyard, Dearborn Heights, for lunch, but after today, I'll never return. My baked potato was baked many times I'm sure. the skin was like leather and the potato was desicated inside. Only about two tablespoons of potato in the middle was soft enough to eat. My ribs were overcooked and I was served only three ribs when I ordered the four rib snack. I sent the ribs back two times and was served the same inedible meat. I meet with 3 friends every month for lunch here, and it's usually good with good service. I"ll never return after the awful lunch and service from Jessica I had today. At one point I said, just cancel my lunch order, but they refused, even though I had only eaten my bread. You lost a good customer today. read more

Let's start with the patty melt with 2 deferent kinds of cheese meat extra tender the best patty melt I've tasted in Michigan the soft butter bread absolutely perfect I think I found my forever favorite lol this location is a must go and go now I also had the grilled shrimp on a stick with the green peppers and onions did not get a pic I ate it to fast lol it the shrimp had so much flavor packed in taste buds on overload I could eat them all day and yes it be a minute since I done a review it takes money people lol however don't walk run here with all your friends and family asap in love with this place read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - This is the super sweet coleslaw extra crunchy and good - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

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Loved the ribs and great sauce. Large portions! Fast, attentive service. Prices could be better. read more

Another solid visit at the Boneyard! We enjoyed the family feast which included a very large Greek salad, full rack of BBQ ribs, several pieces of broasted chicken, several pieces of garlic bread and a "bed" later of thick potato chips. I gotta say that I really always wish the potato chips were not underneath as they do get a little soggy but hey that's the way they roll. Almost every rib was superb...one or two were a little tough. The broasted chicken if you aren't familiar is close to a fried chicken style - but not - it still has a skin that is sorta air fried but no grease. It's moist and juicy.... definitely good and I don't think we have ever ordered BBQ chicken there. Chips are solid too. The Greek salad comes with pickled beets, green olives, banana peppers, red onions, feta cheese, cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce and a Greek dressing. I'm not the biggest fan of the dressing but my mother-in-law adds a little ranch which gives it a good balance (in our opinion). read more

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Nostalgic memories flooded when I came here for the first time as an adult recently. I remember being a child and my mom would bring back a to go container and I would steal the bread out of it. Never had the actual food so I figured, what the hell, let's try some. Came in, party of one in a booth, and ordered a porterhouse medium and, since they are known for BBQ, the Bone Yard Special which is 5-6 bones and sides. Every dish came with that magical bread The steak was ok. Nothing to really rave about. I was in a steak mood and was feeling lucky. I ate through it and devoured the bread no harm no foul... ...the ribs...I was disappointed. I expected slow cooked, piping hot, meat falling off the bone, and possibly smothered in the sauce that sometimes got on the bread I ate in my younger days. What I got were tough ribs that got less tough towards the palatable middle ribs and maybe they rubbeda bit of the sauce on them as they cooked them. Maybe I had to request extra sauce. Again, ate through the it and devoured the bread. The sides were palatable. I needed leaving with a container full of "fries" which were thickly cut; if a potato chip and house potatoes had a baby. It isn't fair! I grew up and constantly was heard about this place as my mother went here so often and now that it was my turn at bat...it was just fine. No, I will give them a run back at redemption. I'll even put some respect on their name and get a full slab to see if that will make a difference but I believe this place may deserve it's hype...or this could be a case of the average patron exclusively goes here for BBQ and has not experienced serious competitors. read more

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The service was terrible never came back to check, never picked up our dirty dishes, the waitress actually sat a a table next to us and ate a meal while not noticing my table needed assistance, ribs were all fat no meat, potatoes were cold and some bigger cottage potatoes were ice cold on the inside. This is the 2nd and final time we will ever come to your restaurant. This was a horrible experience, I didn't really want to give one star, because this restaurant is a negative 0, I am pretty sure we both got food poisoning as we are both violently throwing up after this meal read more

Had dinner here the other night and was really disappointed. Ironically, the worst tasting thing we ordered were the ribs. They looked like they'd been sitting out all day. They were supposed to be "lean and meaty," but they were a pretty fatty, pretty tough and nit meaty. The fried shrimp were actually pretty good. Everything was else was just ok. Also, this is during the COVID pandemic and we observed quite a few workers improperly wearing masks, below their chins (not covering their mouths or noses) while handling and prepping food. They did have seating spread out in every other booth, which was good. read more

My husband and I ate there today. This was the worse food and food presentation I've ever seen. The chicken was dark brown to blacken. The ribs were touch. I'll never go there again!!!! sorry meant the ribs were tough read more

Congratulations to 50 year's a Metro Detroit Classic with 3 locations. Dearborn Heights we visit, been to Livonia location a few times many year's ago. Absolutely WOWSA the family platter with Whole Broasted Chicken, Whole Slab O Ribs, Mega Greek Salad, Broasted Potatoes and Grilled Bread. Wonderful Delicious food had by all. Shout out to Katelyn our superstar waitress, yes she's a keeper. A mid afternoon visit families enjoying a great meal. Dearborn so fortunate to have 2 Classic Decades old really good Bbq places. Family owned they do a great job packing the hungry folks in. From newspaper article, At Boneyard BBQ, the digital strategy has centered on ramping up our social media efforts on Facebook and Instagram -- and as a result business has increased by at least 40 percent since the start of the pandemic. In nearly 50 years of operating the family business, have never seen growth like this. This story may sound unique and unattainable, but it doesn't have to be. Yes it works got me to pay a visit. Looking forward to another visit soon I really want the One Pound Burger from my Livonia visits 25 year's ago. #boneyardbbq @boneyardfarmington #broastedchicken #ribs #greeksalad #bbqjoint #downriverfriendseat #motorcitymunchers read more

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The Boneyard could have done better. The Chicken is dry! Horrible! Arkin Barbecue here I come! read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - Really?!?! Needless to say won't be returning. Arkin Barbecue here I come! - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Perfect location from me. Although I gave a bad review over a year ago, I have frequent the establishment many times since BUT did not get rib tips. The staff has always been friendly and professional, I dined in for the first time. Chantelle was magnificent and my food was delicious. I ordered a classic margarita to start which hit the spot. My choice was the short end special which I could not finish. The ribs were tender and meaty. I'm fond of crunchy cole slaw which was perfect. I only wished the baked potato was piping hot. But overall, it was great. read more

The BoneYard Bar-B-Q - Short end special/baked potato - Barbeque Near Me - Dearborn Heights, Michigan

The service was friendly and quick! Our waitress was very kind when we explained that the ribs were extremely tough. We ordered two other items instead, only to be disappointed. We tried a new-to-us place and determined it just wasn't for us. Too much grease was on the cottage fries, leaving the overall experience- not that good. The service was their saving grace! read more

When I fly into DTW this is my first stop or my last stop before heading back home. This BBQ and Shrimp is always fresh and if anyone around me has never tasted this then they are instantly hooked when eating it. I have been coming here for many many years and the food is always good! Hands down the best ribs and sauce in the Metro Detroit area. read more

This have changed incredibly over the 35 years I've been going to Boneyard. Not in a good way. Today, after checking their hours (open until 9pm it showed), I called the establishment to place a pick up order at 8:07pm. The employee answered, said,"Boneyard, we're closed," and immediately hung up. Incredibly horrible way to treat customers. I won't be back for quite some time. Shame businesses take their paying customers for granted. read more

Used to love this place. Haven't been in awhile. Just went online to look at prices and the menu. If you're too embarrassed to show the prices online. I'm to embarrassed to pay them. Shame, we had a nice run. Used to be great ribs. read more