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Famous Dave's may be nationally recognized, but we're Detroit focused.
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We source the thickest cuts of meat and trim them up, just like we do for competition.

Then, our Pitmasters hand-apply our fresh dry rubs before slow-smoking them in a live-wood smoker stoked with genuine hickory logs. To lock in that deep-down smokiness, each tender cut is finished on the grill, creating our famous char-grilled sweetness on the outside. Our tender, juicy ribs and chicken are amazing straight from the grill or topped with one of our award-winning sauces. It's the best darn BBQ you'll taste in SE Michigan!

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To Go Special Rib Tip Bucket

Our smoky BBQ Rib Tip Bucket is sure to satisfy your hungry crew. 2 pounds of our Southside Rib Tips and 1 pound of Famous Fries. While you're here, pick up a bottle of your favorite award-winning sauce! Menu
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Barbeque's Living Legend

Famous Dave is the most awarded Pitmaster in history — a true originator blessed with a great sense of taste and a passion to create only the best of the best. Even among BBQ champions, Dave is recognized as the authority on the art of cooking with smoke and flame.

Dave's passion for ribs began as a young boy in Chicago. His father would bring home the best tasting ribs, slow-smoked by street vendors using 55-gallon drums. They were legendary ribs smoked just like the champion Pitmasters did way down in the Deep South. And thus, his story begins.

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What Makes Great BBQ?
You hand rub each slab with spices, then slow smoke'm in a pit of smoldering hickory like the champion Pitmasters in the Deep South. These ribs are so good right out of the smoker—try 'em without the sauce—just order your bones naked! - Famous Dave

Guide To Having A Family Rib Cook-Off

A smiling group of people enjoy a friendly, family bbq cook-off.Nothing beats a tasty BBQ, and what better way to enjoy BBQ food than a family rib cook-off? If you’ve never held a cook-off before you’re probably wondering where to begin. To help you plan an amazing event, check out these five ideas for your family rib cook-off.

1 . Determine the Rules

To arrange a family rib cook-off, you've got to determine the rules. Some people choose to run their BBQ cook-offs as a sanctioned event. So what exactly is a sanctioned event? A sanctioned cook-off adheres to the rules of an official BBQ competition. Several organizations host these, including the KCBS’s BBQ competitions. If you choose to host a sanctioned competition, you need to follow the official BBQ cook-off rules. It can be plenty of fun to do it this way but bear in mind, you have to pay to run a sanctioned event. You might prefer to get creative and make up your own set of rules.

2. Figure Out a Theme

The next step is to figure out your theme. For example, you might like to try and raise money for a charity? As part of the theme, you’ll also need to think about what you’re going to cook. Some BBQ cook-offs focus on cooking BBQ ribs only. Other cook-offs decide to have different categories. A few other options might include chicken wings, burgers, sausages, or pulled pork. Perhaps you’d prefer an extra special theme whether it’s a Hawaiian Luau or a Texan BBQ cook-off.

3. Plan Ahead

To host a great family rib cook-off, you've got to plan ahead. There's plenty to do, from figuring out the venue, to sending out the invites. You've got to sort out the decor, and shop for your ingredients! If you're hosting a small cook-off with your family and friends, it's a little easier to plan. Small cook-offs make the most sense with social distancing guidelines, so you can keep people safe while still challenging them to make the best BBQ ever!

4. Find the Judges

If you're going to have an awesome cook-off, you've got to find some great judges. If you're running a sanctioned event, you won't need to worry. The organization will find your judges for you. If you're running your own event, you'll need to find judges by yourself. Perhaps there's a cooking whizz in your family who really knows their BBQ. 

5. Party Touches

A BBQ cook-off needs a little atmosphere. You’ll want great music, some games, colorful decor, maybe even a band. Do any of your family members play an instrument? If you’re raising money for a charity, all this effort will raise the profile of your event. 

Perhaps your family cook-off just for fun. Even so, party touches are a great way to create a memorable family gathering. So what are you waiting for? It's time to perfect your bbq ribs recipes.

Get Help with Your Family BBQ with Famous Dave’s

Planning a cook-off is plenty of fun in the summertime. Once you’ve hosted your first cook-off, you’ll be keen to host plenty more. If you need some inspiration check out Famous Daves. Here you’ll find award-winning ribs and delicious chicken wings. Famous Daves isn’t just any other BBQ Ribs joint, they also sponsor plenty of events in the local community. Whether dining in or adding some sides or sauces to your event, Famous Dave’s has you covered.

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Best Ribs
"Dougfest" 2013
Best BBQ
2006 - 2017
Best Cuisine
"Taste-Fest" 2015
Best Vendor
"Taste of the Town" 2015
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