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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 116 S Clark St, Rigby, ID 83442
Phone: (208) 534-1802
Website: http://www.lilmikesbbq.com/
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Ryan’s Reviews
The wife and I stopped in here for lunch. I got we got the nachos to share and she got the potato. Everybody so cooked to protection and I definitely over stuffed myself. It was so good that we figured we had to try the Mac n cheese too so I went up and got a small order of that and not surprising at all it was super good. It was our first time in and we will definitely be back soon. Oh and the employees were super helpful and nice.
… moreTeeana Nicholai
Lil Mike’s Barbecue is definitely worth a visit for its standout barbecue offerings, surpassing anything currently available in Rexburg. My husband and I opted for the meat platter with three sides: mac and cheese, coleslaw, and cornbread. The meats were impressively juicy and seasoned to perfection. Each table was equipped with both regular and hot barbecue sauces, with the spicier option being my personal favorite.
However, I must caution that arriving early is advisable if you wish to sample all the meats, as they tend to run out quickly. Despite our excitement, we were disappointed to find that some of the meats we wanted to try were already sold out.
On the downside, the sides left something to be desired. The cornbread was unfortunately dry, and the mac and cheese was underwhelming, which was a bit surprising given the price point. It’s worth noting that charging extra for cornbread seems unnecessary, as it’s typically included with platters at other barbecue joints.
While the staff was friendly, the overall ambiance didn’t quite hit the mark for me. As someone who values the atmosphere of a dining establishment, I found myself a bit underwhelmed.
Despite these minor drawbacks, I would still consider returning to Lil Mike’s for their exceptional barbecue offerings. With a few tweaks, it could become a top-tier dining destination in the area.”
… moreHowever, I must caution that arriving early is advisable if you wish to sample all the meats, as they tend to run out quickly. Despite our excitement, we were disappointed to find that some of the meats we wanted to try were already sold out.
On the downside, the sides left something to be desired. The cornbread was unfortunately dry, and the mac and cheese was underwhelming, which was a bit surprising given the price point. It’s worth noting that charging extra for cornbread seems unnecessary, as it’s typically included with platters at other barbecue joints.
While the staff was friendly, the overall ambiance didn’t quite hit the mark for me. As someone who values the atmosphere of a dining establishment, I found myself a bit underwhelmed.
Despite these minor drawbacks, I would still consider returning to Lil Mike’s for their exceptional barbecue offerings. With a few tweaks, it could become a top-tier dining destination in the area.”
Gwendolyn Anderson
At the end of the day, it’s fine. You’re definitely paying for atmosphere over quality, which is why I gave it 3 stars instead of 4. It’s cute and friendly, but the meat was either dry and under seasoned, or wet and under-seasoned. The mac and cheese was fine, but the coleslaw was a disappointment and the cornbread absolutely tasted like a box mix.
… moreIgnacio Rodríguez
Better than Blister’s BBQ in Rexburg.
The meat literally melts in your mouth. And the meat comes off the bone so easily.
The sauces are also a hit.
Staff is super friendly.
Not a ton of parking, but I’ve never had problems finding a spot. There’s way less people after like 1pm.
… moreThe meat literally melts in your mouth. And the meat comes off the bone so easily.
The sauces are also a hit.
Staff is super friendly.
Not a ton of parking, but I’ve never had problems finding a spot. There’s way less people after like 1pm.
Dana Lee
Went here for lunch on a Saturday, and it was amazing!!! The meat is fresh, and it smells AMAZING when you walk in. Everyone that works here is really friendly and nice. The atmosphere is really laid back. I got the brisket sandwich with Mac and cheese. I loved it, I’m even willing to say this was the best brisket I’ve ever had! That meat was so tender and seasoned perfectly. It melts in your mouth. I’ll definitely be coming by again!
… moreTristan Rodeback
I found a new favorite barbecue in the area. We got a family platter with a big variety of all the meats. My favorite was by far the ribs followed very closely by the jalapeno sausage. Nice hometown atmosphere inside. I will definitely recommend it to anybody in the area that needs their barbecue fix.
… moreGone Ballistic
One of the best BBQ places I have ever eaten at. I travel frequently in Texas and other places renowned for their smoked meats and BBQ, and this is literally one of the best places I’ve ever eaten, if not the best. Including some places with national recognition and multiple awards to their credit.
The brisket here is amazing, very tender and juicy. Many briskets are overdone and dry, this was perfect. The sausage is amazing, great flavor without being overly spicey or hot.
The beans and coleslaw were really good but we also tried their smoked Mac and Cheese on a whim. I normally don’t love Mac and cheese but this was some of the best I’ve ever had. Amazing lightly smokey flavor, and very creamy and smooth.
Would highly recommend this place, it’s a real surprise to find world class BBQ tucked into this sleepy little town in Southeastern Idaho, but do yourself a favor and make the trip, you won’t be sorry.
… moreThe brisket here is amazing, very tender and juicy. Many briskets are overdone and dry, this was perfect. The sausage is amazing, great flavor without being overly spicey or hot.
The beans and coleslaw were really good but we also tried their smoked Mac and Cheese on a whim. I normally don’t love Mac and cheese but this was some of the best I’ve ever had. Amazing lightly smokey flavor, and very creamy and smooth.
Would highly recommend this place, it’s a real surprise to find world class BBQ tucked into this sleepy little town in Southeastern Idaho, but do yourself a favor and make the trip, you won’t be sorry.
Jeremy Claridge
I love everything about this small town barbecue restaurant. The food’s great, the service is great, and the atmosphere is exactly what you would expect. I met the owner today and had a great conversation. I would highly recommend Lil Mike’s.
… moreJennifer Walker
I absolutely LOVE this place! I work about a 2 minute walk from it and go often on lunch breaks. The service is always super friendly and fast! A girl with blonde curly hair is so polite and is always smiling. The food is on a whole other level, let me say the the brisket is so tender and flavorful! As well as the pulled pork. I especially love the loaded baked potatoes, employees are always willing to load up extra on the sour cream, which i can never get enough of. It is quality and delicious BBQ, definitely worth a stop if you are in town. I cannot wait to take my whole family there sometime.
… moreJon Ball
Best BBQ in the USA!! Even better after a day of skiing. I’ve been to Texas & eaten wonderful BBQ. I’m a BBQ Pit Master myself. I know the challenges & appreciate the time & effort that goes into world class Texas BBQ, especially Brisket. These folks at Lil Mikes know Texas BBQ! Who knew world class BBQ is right here in Rigby, ID. My wife and I are going to stop by there on our way back from Skiing Grand Targhee from now on! It’s on our way home to Pocatello. Can you imagine World Class Skiing, Good Beer and the Best BBQ in the USA all in one afternoon? Rinse & Repeat. That’s my kind of weekend. Every Powder Hound needs to head to Lil’ Mikes after hitting the slopes. Its worth the drive. But I shouldn’t tell you any of this because I don’t want to have to start lining up for this BBQ at 6 AM like they do in Texas. After waiting all day, they still pay $400+ for that meal for 2-4 people. Now for those who don’t know, what makes good BBQ? Look for moist meat, salt and plenty of pepper, (signature Texas BBQ), good smoke flavor, a nice pink smoke ring, good sauce, tasty bark, tender meat, which means they tackled the collagen problem and broke it down with proper low and slow cooking. There’s no shortcuts here. It can only be achieved by hours of hard work these folks are putting in. I guarantee you, they have been cooking all night so your food is ready today. That’s a 14-18 hour cook on that Brisket. Please keep that in mind when you are asked to pay their inexpensive prices. Frankly their prices are extremely low for the nationally competitive, high quality of BBQ they serve. They have worked their butts off to bring you this very special meal that is presented in family picnic style. Don’t expect fine dining with fancy table cloths, waiters, candles and glasses of wine. That’s not what BBQ is about. It’s about family. They deserve your respect. The origins of BBQ are the exact opposite of “fine dining.” BBQ originated from humble origins, times of slavery in this country, and a skillset developed by poor people, like my family was, out of necessity, who couldn’t afford expensive cuts of meat like Prime Rib & New York steaks. Instead, through sheer skill & determination, this country’s forefathers of BBQ turned the toughest, cheapest, cuts of meat, like Brisket, into “fine dining” for their friends & family. Finally, now the poor man could eat well too. And the ‘Elite class’ couldn’t figure out how they did it. And so the BBQ secrets began. Compare that today to the 9 minutes the guy puts in at the steakhouse whos pink chewy steak still flosses your teeth with the collagen that never saw high enough internal temps or long enough cooking times for it to breakdown (still raw) and get tender like Lil Mike’s Brisket that falls apart. Some of the best, most tender meat is grey in the middle & would be considered “well done” by steakhouse temps who use too high of heat and too short of time and so the results aren’t the same. It takes a normal steak a minimum full hour to cook to that level of tenderness & a 20 lb Brisket almost a full day. The folks at Lil Mikes are true Professional BBQ Artisans who are masters of their trade… and each piece of meat is hand crafted and unique. Honestly the results are tremendously hard to duplicate over and over consistently. So expect some variability. They’ve mastered their methods, incredibly at 5,000 ft. elevation!! My hat is off to these Amazing People at Lil Mikes. I don’t know their names, but I know they are the hardest working people in the food industry putting hours into every dish. There are no shortcuts here. There is no way to achieve the results they deliver by industrial food processing methods of national restaurant chains that claim to serve “BBQ,” yet don’t have a single smoke stack coming out of their building; A hint for you next time you are looking for real BBQ. We are all lucky to have found these BBQ RockStars at Lil Mike’s. Enjoy the food and we’ll see you on the slopes!
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