Barbecue Restaurants in Southern Illinois

Barbecue Restaurants in Southern Illinois
Encompassing multiple towns including Murphysboro and Benton and Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Southern Illinois offers recreation opportunities abound. Hunting, fishing, hiking and horseback riding are just some of the outdoor opportunities available. There's nothing like capping off an action-filled day with some good old fashion BBQ, and there is no shortage of BBQ to be found in Southern Illinois.

Pop's BBQ

Pop's BBQ is open Monday - Saturday 11:00 - 8:00 with lunch delivery till one. There are daily specials, a Monday after-four special and Saturday Night Steak. Pop's serves traditional BBQ dishes like pulled pork sandwiches and ribs. If you aren't in the mood for BBQ you can have a hamburger. A kid's menu and dessert are also available as well as bulk orders for parties and events. Take some Pop's home with you by buying some of Pop's BBQ Rub 38 for chicken, pork and beef at home.

322 N. Main
Benton, Illinois 62812
(618) 438-7000
popsbbqrub38.com

17th St BBQ Bar and Grill

Voted "Best BBQ and Ribs in the U.S." by Bon Appetit Magazine, 17th St. BBQ Bar and Grill serves champion pitmaster Mike Mills' barbecue creations. From award-winning ribs to pulled pork and chicken with sides galore like corn muffins and baked beans, there is something for everyone. 17th St is open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and features lunch specials from 11-3. The Murphysboro location is just one of four locations in Southern Illinois and is the location featured on the Food Network. You can also visit the location in Las Vegas. Catering for events, tshirts and merchandise are available at all locations.

214 N17th Street
Murphysboro, IL 62966
(618)684-3722
17thstreetbarbecue.com

Rugged Cross BBQ

Not open on the weekends, Rugged Cross serves food Monday- Friday from 11-6. Featuring a student special and combo lunches and dinners, the menu is small but features all BBQ favorites like pulled pork, brisket, chicken and ribs. Join them on Tuesday for their rib specials. They also cater and sell their sauces, seasonings and glazes online and at the restaurant location.

414 East Main Street
West Frankfort, IL 62896-2404
(618) 937-4227
ruggedcrossbbq.com

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