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Black Dog Smoke & Ale House is a premier Barbecue restaurant in Champaign, IL, serving up mouth-watering meats smoked to perfection and paired with a wide selection of craft ales. Our menu features tender brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and juicy burgers, all made with the freshest ingredients and a dash of Southern charm. Whether you're in the mood for a casual lunch or a night out with friends, our cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make us the perfect destination. Come visit us at 320 N Chestnut St, Champaign, IL 61820 and taste the difference for yourself!

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Savor the flavors of the South at Black Dog Smoke & Ale House, where tender meats and crispy sides meet an impressive selection of craft beers. This cozy BBQ joint impresses with its rich, smoky flavors and generous portions.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

Facebook: 4.8/5

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Ron Folkens
Ron Folkens -Google user
a month ago
Black Dog Smoke & Ale House delivered an excellent barbecue experience overall. We were seated right away on a Sunday afternoon. We had good service throughout our meal. Another group came in as we were about to leave and had a dog with them. The...Read More
Zhi Dou
Zhi Dou -Google user
6 days ago
The food and sauce were solid but the portion size had really gone down over the years. Also, expect very limited options if you try to dine here after 7 pm. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $20–30 Food: 3 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Sauce Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot,...Read More
Traveling Lady Railfan
Traveling Lady Railfan -Google user
5 months ago
Location is in an old train station, right next to active Canadian National tracks. They have heated outdoor seating, but we ate inside. They have a huge beer menu but also interesting other drinks (grownup plushies, cannabis cocktails). They have a nice ratio of meat to...Read More
David Jiang
David Jiang -Google user
3 weeks ago
My third time here. No.1 BBQ restaurant in CU 👍 Highly recommend rib tips and burnt ends. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Dan Reamer
Dan Reamer -Google user
7 months ago
This place was pretty solid. Definitely one of the better places to eat in town. Prices were reasonable, menu was creative, and service was great. We loved the history of the building as it was a former train depot. There’s a...Read More
Rich F
Rich F -Google user
a year ago
Wow!!! This was probably the best barbecue restaurant we've ever visited. We had a variety of BBQ meats on the dine-in menu. The Burnt Ends BBQ was incredibly tender and flavorful. You could literally cut the meat with a spoon. My wife said the chicken...Read More
Kendall Harden
Kendall Harden -Google user
4 months ago
Black Dog provides a wide range of Delicious food and Drinks. My To Go order pictured show cases the quality of meat and preparation that black dog provides. Mac and Cheese delivers a very creamy and rich texture, however lacks flavor 7/10 Their fresh baked, smoked sweet...Read More
dave fako
dave fako -Google user
7 months ago
I run a BBQ catering business in suburban Chicago. Black Dog is excellent BBQ, with great service too. I had the pulled pork & brisket platter with mac and smoked pit beans and slaw. Everything was really good, the brisket and pulled...Read More
Israel Gomez
Israel Gomez -Google user
a month ago
Black Dog never misses! The mojito was spot on—refreshing and perfectly balanced. Their BBQ sauces? Absolutely on point. The potato salad was a bit dry for my taste, but overall, a solid meal. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $10–20 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes Peach, BBQ, Sweet Potato Fries,...Read More
Ray Jones
Ray Jones -Google user
5 days ago
Food was great! I had the combo platter with brisket and rib tips. The brisket was flavorful, but a little dry. Not too bad though I know how hard it is to get it perfect. The rib tips were very good and tender. For sides...Read More

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