Mae’s Que House is a takeout-only spot in South Loop serving smoked meats and sides.

Babygold is a barbecue restaurant in Berwyn with live music every night.

Soul & Smoke is a food truck and carryout spot with outstanding BBQ.

Krazy Hog is a carryout and delivery-only BBQ spot operating out of Lincoln Park.

This is a carryout and delivery-only BBQ spot in Humboldt Park.

Earl’s is a great BBQ spot in Jefferson Park.

The Full Slab is a great BBQ spot in Stony Island.

Fulton Galley is a food hall in Fulton Market that also has a full bar.

Daebak is a great Korean barbecue spot in Chinatown.

Friend BBQ is a casual spot in Chinatown that focuses on Chinese barbecue.

Kingston Mines has late-night blues and BBQ - the best combination you can find in Lincoln Park.

District Brew Yards is a pour-your-own-beer collaborative brewery taproom that also serves BBQ in an open, warehouse-like space.

Lem’s is a counter service BBQ spot on the South Side with great rib tips and hot links.

Flat & Point is a barbecue-inspired restaurant in Logan Square.

Smoke Daddy is a large restaurant and sports bar in Wrigleyville that specializes in BBQ.

Aster Hall is a fancy mall food court on the Magnificent Mile from the Au Cheval team.