Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is a top-rated barbecue restaurant in Rochester, NY 14604, serving authentic Southern-style smoked meats, draft brews, comfort food, and local specialties in a lively retro setting.
Located at 99 Court St, Rochester, NY 14604, this popular BBQ destination is known for fast service, great beer selection, great cocktails, live music, outdoor seating, and a casual yet historic atmosphere.
Guests can enjoy dine-in, takeaway, delivery, on-site service, catering, dessert, and table service, with dinner reservations recommended due to high demand and usual wait times. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, toilet, and a braille menu, making it welcoming for more guests.
To learn more about Dinosaur Bar-B-Que in Rochester, NY 14604, call +1 585-325-7090 or visit 99 Court St for one of the best barbecue dining experiences in Rochester, NY.
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Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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We had a minimal wait, party of 2. We got a 3 meat combo plate and 2 sides and it was plenty to share! Was actually affordable too! The brisket was my fav, like bar none-compared to others, knocks it out of the park, I could have just ate that. But then the Cajun corn came in… holy babies, that was good. Order it. We are so glad we stopped in on our travels, Sydney was an excellent server, helped recommend and we were not disappointed!
These guys do an absolutely phenomenal job!! Such a unique spot, service is fast and everyone is friendly, food comes out quicker than you'd expect and the taste, fantastic. Whether you have been or have yet to visit, this is a must stop, always! Great job guys! Can't wait to be back soon!
1st timer. Attended on a Sunday. I tried to attend Saturday around 5ish but cars were lined up that night and no parking. Place was packed! Finally ...Food was delicious 😋 Service was greeaat!
I know some people may disagree, but Dinosaur BBQ has the best ribs I've ever had. I've been to Texas, Mephis, St. Louis and countless roadside stands in between. I can't believe that we have such amazing ribs right here in Rochester. I love how the long smoking time permeates deeply into the meat and makes it so tender. Again, some may disagree, but I like that they leave the membrane on the back of the ribs intact. I believe this helps retain moisture during the long smoke. Prior to serving they give the rack a little slathering and throw it on the grill for some char. This combination of cooking gives an amazing depth of texture and flavor. If you haven't been to Dino, go today. You will be happy. Oh, they have a huge selection of beers and other food items. But I always get the same thing, every time. Full rack of ribs, a half pound of "Drunken Shameless Spicy Shrimp" and like 10 beers.
Great BBQ and live music! Side Eye plays here and it's always a groovy time! The brisket is so good plus fantastic pulled pork and the Dino putine is phenomenal! Great bar and room for live music! They also have a late night menu after 10 pm. The smoked chicken wings are killer!
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is incredible! The meat is absolutely delicious — I can’t say more. I ordered takeout and it was ready in less than 15 minutes, super fast and convenient. If you want to dine in, definitely make a reservation. It’s always busy, and that alone tells you how good the place is. I had a plate with different meats, plus mac and cheese and red beans as sides. Everything was full of flavor and perfectly cooked. They even included cornbread, which was the perfect touch. Highly recommended. I’ll definitely be back!
You’ll have to wait for a table at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, but it’s absolutely worth it. The quality of the food is outstanding. In my opinion one of the best barbecue spots you can eat at. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and really knows the menu. We were a group of five and shared the family-style barbecue platter, which was more than enough. We ended up with left overs The ribs literally melted off the bone, the brisket was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the chicken was juicy and well seasoned. The cornbread was perfectly cooked, the coleslaw had a great balance of crunchy and creamy, and the mac and cheese was rich and comforting. Even the homemade fries were spot on, soft on the inside with just the right crunch. A must-visit if you’re a barbecue fan.
What a restaurant should be. Food is absolutely delicious. Had the sweetheart deal for 2, which gives each person half a rack of ribs, a choice of 2 sides, and a piece of corn bread. We chose fries and mac & cheese, absolutely delicious food. Scenery is beautiful both inside and outside the restaurant. Service is amazing.
Good food, good service. We got the 5 piece fried green tomatoes to start and probably should’ve gotten the 3 piece because the pieces were a bit bigger than expected (a good thing!) and pretty filling, but so so good especially with the ranch. Ribs, greens, and mac and cheese were good too.
I was in Rochester for the evening and the hotel said that this was pretty much the only place available for food. I decided since that was my only option to try it out and I have to say I was very impressed. This is the best food that I've had in a long time. If you have the opportunity to stop by Dinosaur Bar-B-Que you, you should definitely come. From the atmosphere, to the service, to the amazing food, you will not be disappointed.
Common questions about Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is located at 99 Court St, Rochester, NY 14604, NY 14604, United States.
You can reach Dinosaur Bar-B-Que by calling +1 585-325-7090.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 9289 customer reviews.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty, Sport.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Braille menu, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Lively, Trendy.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space, University students.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following children: Good for kids, Has changing table(s), High chairs, Kids' menu.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following parking: Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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