Discover the rich history and passion behind Famous Dave's legendary BBQ, from humble beginnings to award-winning status.
Famous Dave's BBQ has been a staple in the Chicago food scene for decades, serving up mouth-watering, slow-smoked meats that have captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Our story begins with a passion for barbecue and a commitment to quality, which has earned us a reputation as one of the top BBQ joints in the city. From our humble beginnings to our current award-winning status, we've remained true to our roots, using only the finest ingredients and traditional cooking methods to create dishes that are both tender and full of flavor.
At Famous Dave's, we're proud of our heritage and the flavors that have made us a household name in Chicago. Our menu features a range of delicious options, from our signature slow-smoked ribs to our tender, grilled chicken and beef. We're particularly famous for our BBQ sauce, which is made in-house using a secret blend of spices and ingredients that add a depth of flavor to our meats. Whether you're in the mood for something classic and comforting or adventurous and new, we've got you covered.
Want to feed a crowd at a great price? Call Famous Dave's! Our genuine southern flavors, scratch-made sides and heavenly desserts are guaranteed to satisfy your crowd. Some dishes take a few hours to cook to achieve the desired tenderness. Choose from Hickory Smoked Ribs wrapped in aluminum foil to retain moisture and flavor, Country Roasted Chicken, Texas Beef Brisket, Pulled Chicken and Pork, Hot Link Sausage and a huge variety of sides, salads, desserts and vegetarian options. Our friendly catering specialists will set you up with a true down-home barbecue including all the fixin's, ice cold drinks and the place settings you need to feed your hungry guests. The ribs are cooked and served to enhance flavor and tenderness. Our menu features a range of options to suit every taste and dietary preference, including vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. The importance of sauces in regional barbecue styles cannot be overstated, with each location offering its unique flavor profile. From our slow-smoked meats to our homemade sides, every dish on our menu is designed to delight your taste buds with tender meat. And don't forget to try our signature barbecue sauce, which is available by the bottle for those who want to take a taste of Famous Dave's home with them. With Famous Dave's catering in the Chicagoland area, we give you a lot of food at a reasonable price- and no one goes hungry!
From our slow-smoked meats to our homemade sides, every dish on our menu is designed to delight your taste buds. Our menu features a range of options to suit every taste and dietary preference, including vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. Whether you're in the mood for something hearty and comforting or light and refreshing, we've got a dish that's sure to satisfy. And don't forget to try our signature BBQ sauce, which is available by the bottle for those who want to take a taste of Famous Dave's home with them.
For a FREE CATERING QUOTE Call Our Catering Hotline
(855) QUE-TOGO / (855) 783-8646
Schedule to pick up your order at your nearest location. One of our To Go specialists will be happy to load it in your car.
Our staff will bring the food and set everything up in a buffet line. Minimum order may apply.
Our highly-trained team will bring your food, set up the buffet line, serve your guests and clean up, leaving you more time to spend relaxing with your guests. Available for parties of 75 or more.
*Additional service fees may apply
Famous Dave's has affordable catering for events of all sizes, indoors and outdoors. No matter what the occasion is, serving authentic barbecue sauce that includes meats smoked up to 14 hours over real hickory wood, authentic southern sides and succulent, scratch-made desserts will give your guests something to talk about for years to come. No event is too small, too large or too formal for Famous Dave's to cater. For parties of 10 or more, we have temperature controlled trucks to deliver your catering in. Some dishes take a few hours to cook to achieve the desired tenderness. We are happy to drop it off or we can stay for full-service buffet style catering and clean-up. For large, outdoor events we can bring our "battlewagon" featuring an onsite grill and full kitchen to prepare your food and serve it food-truck style. Barbeque is not just about the food; it's about the communal experience and the various cooking methods like smoking and grilling that bring out unique flavors. The next time you're planning a corporate event, business luncheon, training session, wedding, graduation, block party, dinner party, church picnic or other event, think about the unique dining experience a full-on BBQ can bring. Then, call Famous Dave's!
Everyone enjoys good barbecue and your guests are no different! Our award-winning BBQ is perfect for any type of event or party- indoors or out! It is served with the finest presentation, making it ideal for communal dining experiences. Click on the buttons below to see how catering from Famous Dave's can help make feeding your guests fun, affordable and stress-free!