Discover Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, a standout Barbecue Restaurant in Syracuse, NY, known for its warm atmosphere and authentic Basque flavors. With a 4.60-star rating from 11049 reviews, it’s a favorite for guests seeking memorable dining, along with great service and quality and accessible facilities.
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Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Dinosaur Bar-B-Que delivers exactly what you crave from a proper smokehouse: great food, a nice mood, and excellent style. From the moment you step inside, the place wraps you in warm, rustic vibes—exposed brick, vintage rock posters, and that unmistakable aroma of slow-cooked meats that hits you like a hug. The lighting is just right, the music is chill without being loud, and the whole atmosphere feels welcoming and unpretentious. Service is friendly and efficient, making the evening feel relaxed and fun. I went with the St. Louis ribs, and they did not disappoint—meaty, fall-off-the-bone tender, with a perfect balance of smoky char and tangy house sauce. The red beans were hearty and spiced just right, while the creamy mashed potatoes made the ideal comfort side. Also the bowls are big full of flavor. Everything tasted fresh and generous. My only real gripe? No brisket on the menu that night. As a brisket fan, I was bummed, but the ribs more than made up for it. Overall, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que nails the BBQ experience with great food, nice mood, and excellent style. Minor menu hiccup aside, it’s a winner. I’ll be back—hopefully with brisket next time. Highly recommended for meat lovers!
Amazing and consistent! Quality is always there, large portions and great value! We left with a smile and look forward to the next trip to Syracuse for more great BBQ
Atmosphere is definitely BBQ ambiance. Old Western style in Syracuse is NOT what you would expect coming from Cali. As for the food....Holy Cow & Chix!!! Our server could have been more attentive, but all else made it 4stars. CORNBREAD!!!! Great
An absolute must if you find yourself in Syracuse. We ordered the brisket and wings with mac and cheese and coleslaw for sides. Everything has a lots of flavour including the size. Portion size is very generous and the food comes out quick even when the place is packed. Could not recommend Dino BBQ more, one of my favourite restaurants.
Always love coming to this historic honky tonk bbq joint. Live Music, colorful eclectic atmosphere, friendly nonstop service even on 2026 New Year’s Day! Busy and full of energy. Thank you for my takeout! Happy all these years later you are still alive and packed. Great food ! Love the smell inside.
My sisters and I went today on a busy Friday evening! Wait time est. 40-1hr but was more like 35 mins which worked out perfectly to catch our 7:30 show at the Landmark on time. We had time to browse the menu while waiting and got to order right when we sat. Food was amazing!! My sisters dont usually go for barbecue food but this place definitely left them with a great impression. We got the Tres Niños plate which was a perfect plate to try little bit of everything. The atmosphere was fun and our waiter was great too!
Busy place but great food! If you’re in Syracuse, stop by the original Dino! Brisket was excellent, as was the pork and wings. We had fried green tomatoes and the charcuterie plate for apps and were delish!
Although we've enjoyed eating at this restaurant many times in the past, this is the first time I've submitted a review. We decided to take advantage of the Syracuse Dining Weeks prix fixe dinner menu. It turned out to be a delicious feast. My wife and I began our meals by sharing two appetizers, creole deviled eggs and a pulled pork slider with the requested addition of a topping of coleslaw. The eggs were very tasty being well seasoned with cajun spices and chives. The slider was simply outstanding and resembled the Carolina pulled pork sandwich which is on the regular menu. Our mains were combo plates. I chose a 1/4 chicken and St Louis ribs. My wife chose the 1/4 chicken and a second portion of the chicken to take home. My ribs were delicious with some added Dinosaur wango tango BBQ sauce. The chicken was tender and moist due to a lathering of BBQ sauce while being cooked in a smoker. Each of our plates included two sides. I ate all of my barbecued beans and brought home a side salad. My wife enjoyed some spicy chili and a side of mac and cheese. The plates also came with delicious cornbread. Dessert was included and we chose peanut butter pie and a salted caramel cookie bar with whipped cream. Needless to say, it was a very filling meal with plenty to take home for a future lunch. The food here is excellent and reasonably priced and the service is friendly and attentive. UPDATE-1: Another great meal at the Dino. UPDATE-2: Met friends here for dinner on a Saturday night. Happily surprised that we found parking easily and had a short wait for table outside. I ordered a dinner combo of pulled pork and St Louis ribs. For sides I chose BBQ beans and coleslaw. My plan was to eat the coleslaw with the pulled pork like a Carolina Sandwich without the bread. It was excellent. The ribs and beans were also very good as always. My wife got a portobello mushroom sandwich and one of our friends got the catfish po' boy which looked great, and she said tasted great. A wonderf
Amazing food! We had brisket, Dino pouting, BBQ beans. Absolutely 💯 all of ut was spot on. The Brisket was tender and moist beautiful bark and smokey! I like my meat smokey. I don't want to guess if it is smoked. Certainly not acrid at all. Wonderfully smoked. The Dino Poutine is covered with pulled pork which is also tender and smokey. The baked beans were awesome. The fantastic finish was the peanut butter pie. Absolutely one of the best I have ever had. I am a fat guy that loves peanut butter everything! Itwas $7! what an awesome value. The atmosphere is cool and the smokey goodness hits you when you walk in. I highly recommend it! Kristy was our server and she was great. Informative and friendly. She took great care of us! Thank you Kristy!
Since I left NY I always make sure when I come back first spot I go to is dinosaur. To me they have the best bbq I ever had and I am a foodie. I have not found a Mac and cheese that can compare to dinosaur Mac and cheese. Their food to me never disappoints. During the week is the best time to go as they aren't as packed as the weekend. No wait time. Seated fairly quickly.
Common questions about Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is located at 246 W Willow St, Syracuse, NY 13202, United States, Syracuse, NY, United States.
You can reach Dinosaur Bar-B-Que by calling +1 315-476-4937.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 11049 customer reviews.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Live music, Serves local specialty.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Braille menu, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Late-night food, Private dining room, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Trendy.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space, University students.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following planning: Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following payments: Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following children: Good for kids, Has changing table(s), High chairs, Kids' menu.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following parking: Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following pets: Dogs allowed, Dogs allowed outside.
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