Navigating the bustling avenues and hidden alleyways of Chicago on a quest for the city’s top brisket spot is like embarking on a culinary treasure hunt, minus the map and the old-timey pirate ship. It’s a quest not for gold, but for the smoky, tender treasure of perfectly cooked brisket, a dish that quietly steals the spotlight in a city celebrated for its towering achievements in architecture and its gusty winds. This adventure is less about the fame and all about the flame, where secret recipes and slow-cooked wonders are the real stars. So, buckle up and prepare your taste buds for a humor-filled journey through the meaty heart of Chicago, where each bite is a revelation and every smoky aroma leads you closer to brisket nirvana. No big words or dramatic flair needed here; just the promise of discovering the ultimate brisket that might just change your life, or at least your dinner plans.


Blackwood BBQ

Chicago Q

Earl's BBQ

Ella’s BBQ

Green Street Smoked Meats

Honey 1 BBQ

Lexington Betty Smokehouse

Lillie's Q

Smoque BBQ

Soul & Smoke


Did we miss any Chicago brisket favorites?