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Hours
| Friday | 12–3 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 213 Chenango St, Binghamton, NY 13901
Phone: (607) 338-2341
Website: http://bigzuesbarbecue.com/
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Reviews
SQH
I’ve never run so fast to write a review. So, this is my second time visiting this place. The first time I ordered a general meat platter that had a mix of ribs, pulled pork, brisket, etc. The meat was a little dry, but better than most Binghamton area ‘BBQ’ we’ve had. But, the second time, I ordered the fried catfish meal plate. My full order was fried catfish, salt potatoes, and macaroni salad with cornbread.
So, before I even opened the bag, I could smell the fishy odor coming from the catfish which immediately turned me off to the food, but when I opened the container, I was baffled? confused? at what I saw. The catfish resembled a chicken cutlet? Veal? The pieces were small and red. In short, they looked nothing like the pictures provided on the restaurant website but more so, they looked nothing like a piece of catfish I’ve ever eaten. Fried catfish is a very straightforward meal to make, my meal resembled nothing I’ve ever seen. To be honest, the fish tasted and resembled bad tilapia, but I can’t confirm so let’s just assume it was catfish.
I took a bite and winced, at how nasty the fish was. It is certainly not of good quality, and also likely is a bit spoiled. It was lightly fried? Burnt? I don’t know what I ate, but I had a visceral reaction to the taste and texture, so I said, okay, let me try the sides. I took a bite of the salt potatoes and nearly chipped a tooth. The potatoes were not cooked through so they were still raw/hard, there goes that side!
Next was the mac salad. It was also a bit dry. Not terrible, but certainly not creamy and good.
The cornbread. A classic…was sadly ruined by the fishy order that took over the entire container the takeout was in.
Lastly, aside from this specific order, I just wanted to point out how ‘exclusive’ this restaurant is. Over the past year I’ve tried to get food several times and have only been successful twice because every other time they’re closed with little to no notice.
That should’ve been a sign.
Advice to MGMT/Chefs: Consistency breeds quality. Currently there is none in the hours, food, or service.
I’ve also added photos of what the ‘fried catfish’ is advertised as on their site versus what I got.
… moreSo, before I even opened the bag, I could smell the fishy odor coming from the catfish which immediately turned me off to the food, but when I opened the container, I was baffled? confused? at what I saw. The catfish resembled a chicken cutlet? Veal? The pieces were small and red. In short, they looked nothing like the pictures provided on the restaurant website but more so, they looked nothing like a piece of catfish I’ve ever eaten. Fried catfish is a very straightforward meal to make, my meal resembled nothing I’ve ever seen. To be honest, the fish tasted and resembled bad tilapia, but I can’t confirm so let’s just assume it was catfish.
I took a bite and winced, at how nasty the fish was. It is certainly not of good quality, and also likely is a bit spoiled. It was lightly fried? Burnt? I don’t know what I ate, but I had a visceral reaction to the taste and texture, so I said, okay, let me try the sides. I took a bite of the salt potatoes and nearly chipped a tooth. The potatoes were not cooked through so they were still raw/hard, there goes that side!
Next was the mac salad. It was also a bit dry. Not terrible, but certainly not creamy and good.
The cornbread. A classic…was sadly ruined by the fishy order that took over the entire container the takeout was in.
Lastly, aside from this specific order, I just wanted to point out how ‘exclusive’ this restaurant is. Over the past year I’ve tried to get food several times and have only been successful twice because every other time they’re closed with little to no notice.
That should’ve been a sign.
Advice to MGMT/Chefs: Consistency breeds quality. Currently there is none in the hours, food, or service.
I’ve also added photos of what the ‘fried catfish’ is advertised as on their site versus what I got.
CocaCola Mia
So glad I finally got to try here. Originally spotted it while taking a bus between Rochester and the Big Apple. Was road tripping and had left Rochester around 9 so we hit Binghamton & Big Zues at noon. As we walked in no customers were there so I wondered if they even had food yet prepared. Then just as we sat to start looking at the menu a whole crowd of people came in and before we knew it every booth was taken and people were chatting about BBQ and other good things.
I got the spare ribs plate. Probably the Best BBQ deal I have ever gotten and it totally hit the spot and the BBQ craving I’ve been having for a couple of months. It was hard to decide what sides to get but I settled on the onion rings and fried okra. Both were very good and along with the cornbread all three were tasty as leftovers. Which is credit to how well they were made because such things are often not good as left overs or after being in a fridge. (Of course the ribs were good as left overs). And the okra came with what I describe as some kind of sour cream & Dorito ranch like dip that was quite good)
My friend who doesn’t eat meat got the Mac and cheese and vegetarian baked beans and shared my side. And he enjoyed the food and experience as well. …I tasted his Mac and cheese and it was very homemade yummy tasting to me.
We sadly were too full for the banana pudding and didn’t want to get food coma while driving. But I hope to come back again soon to try it and more of the menu.
Great menu. Plenty to choose from but not be overwhelmed. Just wished they had mashed potatoes :).
And I love the motto that bbq might not end world hate but it can at least bring people to the table 🙂
Also really love the paper towel set up at each table (so smart & charmingly done) and nice how there’s three big sauce bottles at each table.
Great customer service too. Very friendly, cheerful and helpful. And super clean establishment. .A place you can take your mom, grandma and aunt to :).
… moreI got the spare ribs plate. Probably the Best BBQ deal I have ever gotten and it totally hit the spot and the BBQ craving I’ve been having for a couple of months. It was hard to decide what sides to get but I settled on the onion rings and fried okra. Both were very good and along with the cornbread all three were tasty as leftovers. Which is credit to how well they were made because such things are often not good as left overs or after being in a fridge. (Of course the ribs were good as left overs). And the okra came with what I describe as some kind of sour cream & Dorito ranch like dip that was quite good)
My friend who doesn’t eat meat got the Mac and cheese and vegetarian baked beans and shared my side. And he enjoyed the food and experience as well. …I tasted his Mac and cheese and it was very homemade yummy tasting to me.
We sadly were too full for the banana pudding and didn’t want to get food coma while driving. But I hope to come back again soon to try it and more of the menu.
Great menu. Plenty to choose from but not be overwhelmed. Just wished they had mashed potatoes :).
And I love the motto that bbq might not end world hate but it can at least bring people to the table 🙂
Also really love the paper towel set up at each table (so smart & charmingly done) and nice how there’s three big sauce bottles at each table.
Great customer service too. Very friendly, cheerful and helpful. And super clean establishment. .A place you can take your mom, grandma and aunt to :).
Suzy Bee
This place was absolutely delicious, everything was perfect. We ordered the brisket, spare ribs, coleslaw, baked beans, collard greens, mac and cheese and banana pudding. This place is a jewel in Binghamton, I am looking forward to visiting more often. I highly recommend this place
… moreMaddi Heitkamp
Food was amazing with great portions. We had the pulled pork sandwich, brisket sandwich, brisket chili, and mac salad. Everything was fresh and very flavorful. We especially loved how juicy and tender all of the meat was.
… moreHal Stewart
EVERY BITE was amazing.
I got the brisket and the burnt ends which were fantastic. Tender meet, smokey but not overpowering and bursting with rich BBQ flavor. For sides I had baked beans and mac n cheese which were both outstanding. But here is what caught me off guard.
The shrimp salad is a top 5 item in Binghamton NY. I’m not talking just BBQ menu items, I’m talking a top five menu item against every menu in Binghamton. I couldn’t believe how good it was when I took my first bite. Stop in, try it, and tell me I’m right.
… moreI got the brisket and the burnt ends which were fantastic. Tender meet, smokey but not overpowering and bursting with rich BBQ flavor. For sides I had baked beans and mac n cheese which were both outstanding. But here is what caught me off guard.
The shrimp salad is a top 5 item in Binghamton NY. I’m not talking just BBQ menu items, I’m talking a top five menu item against every menu in Binghamton. I couldn’t believe how good it was when I took my first bite. Stop in, try it, and tell me I’m right.
Amy Decker (Ams)
9/10
After waiting for so long and getting excited to try your food, it was delicious, but it would have been nice if I got what I actually ordered. Pulled pork, baked beans and macaroni salad but instead got coleslaw with it. I even confirmed twice with the lady over the phone and the lady at the cash register. I understand mistakes happen just a little bummed out as I was very excited to try your food.
… moreAfter waiting for so long and getting excited to try your food, it was delicious, but it would have been nice if I got what I actually ordered. Pulled pork, baked beans and macaroni salad but instead got coleslaw with it. I even confirmed twice with the lady over the phone and the lady at the cash register. I understand mistakes happen just a little bummed out as I was very excited to try your food.
Tammy Bliss
Burnt ends are amazing. The brisket sandwich is huge. The greens and Mac salad has so much flavor. Staff is very friendly and fast.
… moreAllyson David
I came here as part of the Binghamton Restaurant Week promo as I’m new to the area and I’m so glad I did. Once you walk in you’re instantly welcomed to the smoky smell of food cooking and all of the friendly staff who work hard to put out these great portions of delicious food. My personal favorite is the brisket, Mac and cheese, chili, and banana pudding but honestly everything else was great too. Will definitely come back again with friends and family!
… moreDragon Billiards Instruction
Everything we’ve had is outstanding, but our family’s favorites are the ribs, mac and cheese, and fried catfish. This restaurant does a lot to support the local community too which we appreciate as we try to do the same, but even if they weren’t so awesome in so many other ways, we would still go back again and again just for the killer food. Thank you Big Zues for bringing the smoke in all of the best ways! Dragon Approved!
… morejenny
friendly and attentive staff and great food! It was my first time having barbeque and everything was so delicious!
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