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    Uncle John's BBQ

    2.6 (104 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Jumbo Tip and Link supposedly

    I ordered a jumbo tip and link and this is what I got as far as tips, it came with 3 links. I get home and realize I only got enough tips for 1 maybe 1 and a half. I call to see if a mistake was made and the lady say a jumbo is only 20 ounces. Mind you a regular whole tip cut up is about 10 ounces. So I should at least have 2 whole tips in a jumbo. I call bs and say I will never come back and disconnect the call. Tell me why this lady call me back and say the jumbo tip and link don't come with 20 ounces it's just called jumbo because it has links. Do this lady know who she talking to is what I thought. You have this same combo in another size which should differentiate the amount of tips and links in each size. Also I got a jumbo turkey tip and the sauce taste like ketchup. I chose mild for both orders, why is the sauce different? The place was empty at 6:30pm and I see why. They won't be around for much longer. I paid $55 for this food and I am very disappointed. We can't support our own because most do insane stuff like this. Cutting corners to boost profit. Just sad.

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    Jennifer T.

    This was my second trip to Uncle Johns. The online ordering was a bust as when I got there it didn't take (but it did take my money). They were able to look it up once I gave them my order number so that turned out fine. They got my order together faster since I preordered so I am assuming someone had to wait a minute longer for theirs! I ordered the small rib tips and sausage and a 4wing chicken dinner. The chicken was crispy and well seasoned. Sausage was okay and the rib tips were good. I forgot to ask for crispy aka done! fries so they were the usual soggy Chicago style undone. My fault! They charge .75 for sauce on the side. Mind you, the cup probably costs less than a dime and they give you less sauce if they splashed it all over your food so they would make out without charging for it. When I arrived I saw special sides of the day on the board. Sweet potato pie, Mac and cheese and something else. I opted for the Mac and cheese. Should've gone for the pie. It was a burnt, flavorless mass and the cup wasn't even full. Not that I cared after the first forkful. Oh well....most of it was good and I had different items last time that were good so if I need a bbq fix, I'll give them a call minus the Mac!

    This is the bread uncle john's restaurant gave me with my dry turkey tips :(

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    This was very good BBQ, cooked right and the sauce is rich and hearty. Tender and smoky, fall off the bone meat.

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    BBQ so good that even though we live in Iowa my husband put their phone number in his cellphone…read more We may be planning our travels around Woo Woo's in the future.

    This place is a straight-up trap. Granny always said, "Roll with pigs and you get up dirty," and…read morethat saying fits this situation perfectly. I came here to support the business and walked out with my car gone. The towing setup is predatory, lightning fast, and conveniently aimed at the very customers spending money inside. Whether the owners are "aware" or pretending not to be the result is the same ...dirty and unethical business practices. You've got multiple restaurants bunched together, but suddenly they want to be "discretionary" about parking? Park one space too far to the left or right and some invisible, lurking tow vulture swoops in while you're inside grabbing food. Seriously he's sitting back in a cut "waiting". No warning. No grace. Just gone. A $240 bill from a hole-in-the-wall chicken spot is insane. Not to count the $30+ spent on the food from "Woo Woo" Ain't NO chicken and ribs worth that!! By the time I got my car back from a sketchy tow yard way out in Markham (stay alert out there), the food was trash!! Dry chicken!! Fries shriveled up!! Ordered a chicken and fish combo the fish tasted like fried brown paper towels dusted with Lawry's. If a business profits while its customers get ambushed, that tells you everything about its integrity. This is not community-focused ‍it's exploitation, plain and simple. Save your money. Save your car. You can get hot fried chicken anywhere, and Harold's sauce is sold in stores now. Never again. Just my luck trying something called "Woo Woo's" ... you'll be saying "woo woo" alright when you came with chicken money and leave $240 lighter‍ Thank God I was able to get my car back, but I thought about the mom with 6 kids who probably can't. Or the hard working father getting off work from 60 hour week and all he wanted was some hot chicken and to get home and rest and make the last dollars he got stretch it til payday again. I know everyone not as fortunate as I am and that is a reality for some, especially in that neighborhood. But make no mistake they know exactly the community they serve, and this setup is intentional exploitation. If we don't stand for something, we'll fall for anything. #Integrity

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    We stopped at Maple Tree Inn for a pre-concert dinner, and I found myself asking: why did I wait so…read morelong to come back? My last visit was when they were still on Old Western Ave in Blue Island--way overdue for a return. Let's start with the food--absolutely delicious. The three of us kicked things off with the Cast Iron Cornbread, and trust me, don't skip it. Perfectly done and a great start to the meal. For mains, we went with the Pitmaster's N'awlins Gumbo, Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp, and Burnt Ends. Every dish was spot on--flavorful, well-executed, and clearly made with care. The restaurant itself is pristine--clean, polished, and classy without feeling stuffy. Service was just as strong. Our server, Nick, was attentive, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Safe to say, it will NOT be another 30 years before my next visit. Highly recommend.

    The original location of Maple Tree Inn was located in Blue Island. This location was unfortunately…read moredestroyed in 2018 by a fire. My coworkers and I would go to the old location from time to time. Their new location opened in 2019, but this is the first time that I got to check it out. The restaurant is gorgeous! One thing that I noticed was all staff that I encountered generally looked happy. The host was super friendly and offered vegan or gluten free menus if we needed. The person that seated us also was running food and ensuring tables were kept clean. Since it had been so long since I dined here, the menu appeared smaller. I appreciated that our server Adam explained some of his favorites. The cocktail that I got was excellent. The cornbread appetizer was huge. I went with the gumbo and it was full of meat pieces. It was really flavorful. Adam was super friendly and made us feel welcome. Parking lot is tight, but they also offer valet. I highly recommend this spot if you are looking for some Louisiana style cusine.

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    Ever heard the phrase " you got to go into the hood for good food? " Well let me tell you its TRUE!…read more I was driving south on Halsted Street when I got to 147th and smelled this robust aroma of bbq. I had to stop and see what it was a about. I ordered a turkey tip and turkey link combo. The bbq was so good . It had a sweet and savory taste, as if the meat was smoked over brown sugar wood chips. The customer service was STELLAR! Its a small shack like restaurant with a drive thru and indoor lobby. They also have patio seating in front and back of the building. Please don't let the shabby look deter you. The BBQ is well worth it.

    My husband and I decided to try there bbq. We drive about 20 minutes and oh boy what a waste of…read moremoney 43.48 worth. We purchased a reg rib tip which was horrible. Tasted as tho there was no bbq sauce. No season and dry. Hardly any me which didn't matter because that tasted horrible anyway. Mac and cheese was dried out and ove cooked, peach cobbler was watery. I contacted the restaurant and let them know and was given a number which he said was the manager /owner. Never bothered by call ing me back but instead text with questions Picture we're sent and he never solved anything and stopped texting. I reapacked the food and getting ready to toss it in the garbage. I will not be returning nor do I recommend this place. PISST!!

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