Sonya M.
6/1/2025
I drove past the Firewater BBQ location in Elmhurst and googled the menu to find out what they offered. The menu looked decent, so I figured I'd get around to trying it eventually. Today turned...
Firewater BBQ
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280 E Lincoln Hwy Ste D
New Lenox, IL 60451
Firewater BBQ is a celebrated establishment in New Lenox, IL, specializing in authentic Southern-style barbecue. Known for their award-winning offerings, the menu features naturally raised pork, chicken, and beef, all slow-smoked to perfection using a unique blend of wet and dry rubs infused with hickory and applewoods.
The restaurant prides itself on its rich flavors, traditions, and exceptional hospitality, embodying the true spirit of barbecue culture. Additionally, Firewater BBQ provides catering services, including pig roasts and party platters, ensuring a flavorful experience for gatherings and events.
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2.56 reviews
Michael R.
8/26/2025
Tried. FIREWATER for the first time.....at best Ok..seems like the meat was over smoked....not very juicy.....had ribs, wings, rib tips.....again kinda dry and it could be awhile before I go back.
Louie H.
6/8/2025
By far the worst tasting bbq I've ever had in my life. The brisket was dry and all you can taste is burnt smoke. I found a metal piece in my garlic fries. I do not recommend this place at all....
Sharon K.
7/3/2025
I know they just opened but the rib tip dinner I got this past weekend was horrible. Rib tips were so black and dried out, I couldn't even eat them. The fries they put underneath the rib tips...
xoxox s.
6/7/2025
Me and my girl ordered two full slabs of ribs. They were totally burnt. They had smothered them with barbecue sauce on top so we wouldn't notice they were super dry and completely charred on top....
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