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Address: River Oaks Mall, 96 River Oaks Center Dr, Calumet City, IL 60409
Phone: (773) 786-3030
Website: https://www.bellheirsbbq.com/
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Reviews
Diane Smith
This is their first week open and they are descendants of Luella’ Kitchen. So there aren’t many good BBQ places around, so I wanted to try them. I was not disappointed. My son and I tried a variety of different items from the menu. The wings were fried perfectly, but needed a little more salt. Mac and Brisket was good. Tips were not all dried out. I think I tasted a dry rub on them. Disappointed with the amount of fried pickles I received with my order. Sorry wasn’t a fan of the Brisket pizza. Maybe if the pieces of meat were smaller and spread all over the pizza. Just my opinion.
… moreLiz P
Food was amazing. Got the Brisket burger (very big portion) that came with a side of perfectly crispy crinkle fries. We also got a side of Mac and cheese (must try!!). Staff was super friendly and welcoming. Can’t wait to try their brisket pizza.
… moreP. Moore
Got a chance to stop to check this place out. Customer service was decent I was greeted as I looked over the menu options. I went with the Brisket Burger and fried pickles. The fried pickles were terrible no flavor, overcooked and the dipping sauce wasn’t good either. 4.5. The brisket burger was good but still off thou at the same time…let me explain thou. The burger by itself was delicious, it was perfectly seasoned and had a little char to it. The burger was big and had melted cheese as you would do at home…solid. The BBQ sauce thou really ain’t no flavor to it…kinda meh. The brisket was decent but still not feeling the flavor and it was kinda gummy. But, overall the burger is 7.5. They need a menu option for just regular double cheeseburger imo. The place got room to grow and hope to try again to see other options from the menu…7.4.
… moreDarlena Davis
Sunday, October 10, 2024.
Let me start by saying I never write reviews however, this food was so incredibly BAD, I had to express my frustration! I arrived at about 2:15, they open at 2p. So maybe I was the first customer of the day. When I walked in I didn’t smell any smoke or see a BBQ pit, so I don’t know where they made the ribs (probably oven baked). I told the gentlemen who took my order that this was my first time here, so you would think they would want a return customer and put their best foot forward.
I ordered the rib tip dinner, which are tips and fries. The tips were cut from the end that’s lean and tough, not the meaty middle portion with the bone.(if you are familiar with rib tips you know what I mean). The pieces were very small and slathered in sauce. The fries were ok, better than the ribs.
I also order the brisket nachos. (after I was told I couldn’t get the brisket by itself) I couldn’t even taste the tiny pieces of brisket, which were tough and slathered in sauce. I didn’t like the flavor of the sauce either. The nachos were just regular tri-colored chips. My total was $39 and change. Not worth it at ALL!!
I went because of a post I saw on Facebook. The restaurant must have knew they were coming and gave them special pieces that would photograph well. Don’t believe the hype, this food was awful!!! I will never go back and will advise all my friends not to go either.
… moreLet me start by saying I never write reviews however, this food was so incredibly BAD, I had to express my frustration! I arrived at about 2:15, they open at 2p. So maybe I was the first customer of the day. When I walked in I didn’t smell any smoke or see a BBQ pit, so I don’t know where they made the ribs (probably oven baked). I told the gentlemen who took my order that this was my first time here, so you would think they would want a return customer and put their best foot forward.
I ordered the rib tip dinner, which are tips and fries. The tips were cut from the end that’s lean and tough, not the meaty middle portion with the bone.(if you are familiar with rib tips you know what I mean). The pieces were very small and slathered in sauce. The fries were ok, better than the ribs.
I also order the brisket nachos. (after I was told I couldn’t get the brisket by itself) I couldn’t even taste the tiny pieces of brisket, which were tough and slathered in sauce. I didn’t like the flavor of the sauce either. The nachos were just regular tri-colored chips. My total was $39 and change. Not worth it at ALL!!
I went because of a post I saw on Facebook. The restaurant must have knew they were coming and gave them special pieces that would photograph well. Don’t believe the hype, this food was awful!!! I will never go back and will advise all my friends not to go either.
Traveling Shark Media
I just found out about this place and, I’m always looking to Support LOCAL BLACK BUSINESSES.
I felt let down!
I ordered fried pickles, because I’ve always loved them….
These are dry, crunchy and I think these pickles are just not Fresh at all.
I wanna refund, but more importantly I want y’all to do better.
… moreI felt let down!
I ordered fried pickles, because I’ve always loved them….
These are dry, crunchy and I think these pickles are just not Fresh at all.
I wanna refund, but more importantly I want y’all to do better.
Donte Nixon
If you’re not drooling by the end of this review, you might want to check your taste buds! The brisket double cheeseburger at Bell Heir’s BBQ is so ridiculously good, it should come with a warning label: Caution: May cause extreme burger addiction.
Picture this: Two juicy, smoky brisket patties stacked high, oozing with cheese that’s perfectly melted like it got a master’s degree in deliciousness. Each bite is a flavor explosion that’ll make you rethink every other burger you’ve ever had. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, they text you when your order is ready. That’s right—no more pacing back and forth like a hungry lion; your brisket masterpiece is just a text away.
Now, let me be honest, this burger is big enough to make even the hungriest foodie hesitate. A single burger option might be a good idea for those with smaller appetites, but let’s be real, you’ll probably end up ordering the double anyway because once you pass this brisket test, there’s no turning back.
In conclusion, Bell Heir’s BBQ has turned me into a brisket believer. I’ll be back, burger in hand, ready to tackle round two. And if you’re still reading this, stop. Go get one. Now.
… morePicture this: Two juicy, smoky brisket patties stacked high, oozing with cheese that’s perfectly melted like it got a master’s degree in deliciousness. Each bite is a flavor explosion that’ll make you rethink every other burger you’ve ever had. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, they text you when your order is ready. That’s right—no more pacing back and forth like a hungry lion; your brisket masterpiece is just a text away.
Now, let me be honest, this burger is big enough to make even the hungriest foodie hesitate. A single burger option might be a good idea for those with smaller appetites, but let’s be real, you’ll probably end up ordering the double anyway because once you pass this brisket test, there’s no turning back.
In conclusion, Bell Heir’s BBQ has turned me into a brisket believer. I’ll be back, burger in hand, ready to tackle round two. And if you’re still reading this, stop. Go get one. Now.
Don J
UPDATE: I got the Shrimp Po’ Boy and OH MY GOD! That was one of the best ones I had outside of NOLA! I think it’s a limited time special, so don’t miss out!
Great food! So much flavor in the tips that we didn’t need sauce! But the sauce was great also! Brisket Mac & Cheese was SOOOO GOOD!
… moreGreat food! So much flavor in the tips that we didn’t need sauce! But the sauce was great also! Brisket Mac & Cheese was SOOOO GOOD!
Jacynthia Thomas
My son & I stopped by after seeing a post on IG! The inviting music hits you right as you open the open. Chef & the cashier greeted us with kind spirits. The wait wasn’t long at all considering the food is made fresh. We’ll definitely be back again.
… moreChristopher Scott
The food is great! The brisket Mac n cheese topped with bacon with the sweet bbq sauce. Incredible with every bite!
The tips are so tender and tasty they melt in your mouth!!
… moreThe tips are so tender and tasty they melt in your mouth!!
Phillip Owens
Listen Bell heir has great customer service. I have been here a few times trying out variety of items. I will share the other photos and review later. But today I had the chicken and Brisket Nachos and you see the third photo is after i got down on those Nachos lol fire !!! Bringing an edge to the chi BBQ scene. I will be back.
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