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Good BBQ
We drove from Michigan to Illinois for a quick trip and were advised to stop by Lem's, we were not disappointed. There was a short line outside but the weather was reasonable so we waited and looked at the menu. The menu was small no desserts so.we tried a small links and tips combo with a small shrimp combo. The cost was $28, my husband loved the shrimp which came with about 10, fries and Crackers, a side of hot sauce and BBQ sauce. The shrimp were fried a little hard for my taste but they were seasoned well. The tips combo and links were hefty, fried were on the bottom so they were soaked in meat and sauce drippings. The links were like sausage patties in link form, the tips were good with a mixture of meat and fat. The lem sauce was "vinegary" if that's a word I'm used to more of a smoky sweet BBQ sauce, it was good though. Right across the street is a bakery called brown sugar, GO THERE for dessert, you won't be disappointed....
Be the first to ReplySometimes
Only bbq joint with good meat on the Southeast side, but itโs like playing the lottery it might be good then it might be terrible the will give you undone tips or over cooked ones , specially the little pieces on the end when you chew itโs like bubblegum and chewing all day then you like spit it out and get another piece to try
Be the first to ReplyWho needs to go to Memphis or Austin for ribs?
Lem's Bar-B-Q House is a different kind of ribs joint. Located at 311 East 75th Street on Chicago's South Side, it is known for its rib tips and hot links. You won't get a conventional full rack of baby back ribs here, like Memphis or Austin or St. Louis or Kansas City. A standard order, like mine, is for a bucket of tips, hot links, a half-gallon of Lem's famous Bar-B-Q sauce and sides of cole slaw, potato salad and French fries. For a change of pace, try the fried shrimp or a breast of chicken. I'm not a wings person. So why have Lem's rib tips and hot links survived the test of time, satisfying customers for 67 years? A rib tip is a short section that came off the spare ribs when a butcher is making a more squared off cut. They are meaty chunks from the underside of spare ribs that contain cartilage but no bone. A hot link is a type of sausage, a blend of pork or beef or both, often associated with the cuisine of the southern United States, featured commonly as a part of American barbecue, soul food, Cajun and Louisiana Creole, sometimes smoked, usually spiced but always soaked in sauce. By the way, the sauce is a secret family recipe that is sold by the gallon and keeps customers coming back for more.
Be the first to ReplyBest ribs in Chicago
There is a reason Lem's has been in business since 1951 - they are the best at what they do.
It's a very casual experience - the indoor ordering area only accomodates 3 people at any one time due to the pandemic, so you'll spend some time in line outdoors. This is vigorously enforced. Be patient, it's worth the wait.
Enjoyed some very meaty ribs and smokie links - Lem's never disappoints.
great bbq
Great Place for BBQ. all great selections, have your order ready . The place moves real fast, in and out great for quick pick up to bring home. LEM"S no frills down to earth BBQ. There are no seats, you place your order, pay for it then wait for your name to be called. I recommend getting a gallon of sauce to go.. Its a smoky clove flavored mild sauce that is great on everything
Be the first to ReplyRetired
The barbecue is really good and you get your money worth! Fast and courteous service! Lemโs is the only place I go for barbecue in Chicago!
Be the first to ReplyMmmm Good!
I have heard about this place and was in the area and thought I would try it. At first I was confused thinking it was a drive up as I could not find the entrance. Entrance is on the east side of the building and you enter a very narrow area where you place your order based on the large menu in front. There are no seats, you place your order, pay for it then wait for your name to be called. I ordered the small rib tips for $12.75. The guy did not ask what type of sauce I wanted, but whatever he gave me was mild, smokey and a bit sweet. I heard the people behind me order their large tips with hot sauce so I know you can get the flavor BBQ sauce you want. I have enough tips left for 3 more meals and boy are they tasty! The place is no frills and crowded, but now I know why. All the effort is put into the meat grilled to perfection and the sauce. The sauce is so good that I loved sopping some on the fries and white bread. Go for the food and you'll be back time and again! Next time I will try their combo tips & hot links. And they take credit card and have a small parking area.
Be the first to ReplyLem's family is gone but the BBQ remains
Lem's Bar-B-Q lacks seating and frills and bells and whistles. But it has been a staple, an institution, for fans of barbecue since 1954. Known for its rib tips and hot links, Lem's also serves slabs of baby back ribs, fried chicken and fried shrimp into the late-night hours. Located at 311 East 75th Street on Chicago's South Side, Lem's is open from 1 to 1 on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday and from 1 p.m. to 3 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Barbecue has become popular in Chicago in recent years, copying the BBQ of Memphis, Austin, St. Louis, Kansas City and the Carolinas. But Lem's is an original. Brothers Bruce and Myles Lemons founded Lem's in 1954. Myles, a formal chef, created Lem's original BBQ sauce, which remains a standard in the industry to this day. A third brother, James, followed Bruce and Myles to Chicago and was the last of the Lemons brothers to run the family business. He died in 2015 at age 87. But the beat goes on. Lem's BBQ continues to be seasons, marinated and smoked to perfection in a tasty and tangy sauce that rivals can't duplicate. On our most recent visit, my wife and I ordered rib tips, slab of ribs, a breast of chicken and fried shrimp with potato salad, cole slaw and fries. And we took home a gallon of BBQ sauce. You simply can't get enough of a good thing, even after 64 years.
Be the first to ReplyDisrespectful to seniors
Ok so I grew up on this barbecue great.But as of yesterday I've decided never to go back again.Of course its,always crowded no problem,as I stand in line I notice a lot of senior citizens and the tall guy is yelling next to order or what you want to everyone.At this point it is my turn and I said my order and barbecue fries with sauce please.Well the little short guy in the back mocks me and they start laughing.As the lady that is ringing your order out complaining if she leaves she's not coming back to the the one that is yelling next.So this senior turns to me and says i can't believe how this place has changed.Well I'm black and I'm telling you I will not support a place that is very disrespectful to seniors.I actually videotaped it and will send it in to channel 5 investigates.I see why they have the glass up.I spent over 40.00 in there just for me never again and I will let everyone I know not to go there it's not a respectful place to spend your money.Carmille
Be the first to ReplyDelivery
This place does not do delivery sadly....
I wanted their food so bad but when i called them they told me that they dont deliver.