Best BBQ in MichiganThe Original Detroit Style BBQ
Big Ken's Bar-B-Q
"Come get some Big Ken's Bar-B-Q, you deserve it!"
Mexican Street Corn • Strawberry Lemonade • Authentic Detroit-Style Smoke
📍 21000 Gratiot Ave, Eastpointe, MI 48021
Thanksgiving Pre-Orders Are Open
Orders close November 22 at 8 PM Eastern.
All Thanksgiving pre-orders must be placed in person at Big Ken’s Bar-B-Q and paid in full at the time of ordering.
Thanksgiving Pickup Schedule
- Wednesday, Nov 25: Normal hours, 11 AM – 8 PM
- Thursday, Nov 26 (Thanksgiving): Pre-order pickup only, 11 AM – 1 PM. No regular restaurant service.
- Friday, Nov 27: Normal hours, 11 AM – 10 PM
21000 Gratiot Ave, Eastpointe, MI 48021
Big Ken's Bar-B-Q is proud to be The Original Detroit-Style BBQ
A bold, sauce-forward barbecue style rooted in Detroit culture, deep smoke, and no-shortcuts flavor.
Operating Hours
Wed: 11am-8pm
Fri: 11am-10pm
Sun: 11am-8pm
Weekly Specials
Don't miss out on our unbeatable deals!
313 Special
Sausage, Chips and Pop - Detroit's favorite combo! Beef or Hot Pork.
$1 Wing Wednesday
Get our delicious smoked wings for just $1 every Wednesday!
Rib Tip Fridays
Tips, Fries and Pop - the perfect Friday combo!
BOGO ½ Off Ribs
Friday Night Special
7pm - 10pm
Buy any size ribs, get the second half off!
Sunday Night Special
5pm - 8pm
Buy any size ribs, get the second half off!
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A taste of what awaits you at Big Ken's BBQ
Original Detroit-Style BBQ combo platter
Detroit-Style BBQ ribs sandwich
Detroit-Style BBQ burger with Mexican street corn
Detroit-Style rib slider with sauce
Fresh homemade lemonades at Big Ken's
Detroit-Style smoked chicken on the grill
Original Detroit-Style BBQ cheeseburger
Detroit-Style BBQ ribs - full slab
Detroit-Style BBQ smoked wings
Detroit-Style fully loaded BBQ fries
Original Detroit-Style rib tips
Detroit-Style BBQ nachos
Inside Our Detroit-Style Kitchen
We refuse to compromise on quality. That's why we source our fresh ingredients from local farmer's markets and smoke everything the authentic Detroit-Style way.
100% Fresh Meat
We source our fresh ingredients from the local farmer's market. No matter what time of year, you're eating the best.
Handcrafted Quality
Every dish is thoughtfully designed by Big Ken. Our famous Gratiot Ave Burger is grilled to perfection.
Detroit-Style Smoke Flavor
Everything is smoked on a real grill in our smokehouse. That's the authentic Detroit-Style flavor you've been missing.
What Is Detroit-Style BBQ?
Detroit-Style BBQ is a bold, sauce-forward barbecue tradition born in the heart of Motor City. It's characterized by deep smoke flavor, rich and tangy sauces, and meats that fall right off the bone.
Big Ken's Bar-B-Q created and represents this authentic style — The Original Detroit-Style BBQ, rooted in Detroit culture, community, and no-shortcuts flavor that you can taste in every bite.
"Big Ken's Barbecue is some of the best I've had"
— Brad Johnson
Why Big Ken's Bar-B-Q Is The Original Detroit-Style BBQ
If you're searching for the best Detroit-Style BBQ in Detroit, you've just found it. Big Ken's Bar-B-Q in Eastpointe, Michigan is known for tender rib tips, ribs, chicken, wings, and pulled pork—all smoked low and slow, served with Mexican corn & lemonade.
Detroit-Style Quality
Every rib, wing, tip, and brisket is prepared with authentic Detroit-Style smoke and flavor every single day.
Built on Real Community
From serving food on the street to becoming The Original Detroit-Style BBQ — the community built us.
A Metro Detroit Experience
From viral videos to sold-out days to long lines wrapping around the building, our Detroit-Style BBQ has become a Metro Detroit experience.
Massive Social Proof
Thousands of customers have shared photos, reviews, and love for Big Ken's Detroit-Style BBQ — real support that fuels our growth.
Authentic Detroit-Style BBQ — Smoked Low and Slow, Fully Seasoned, Made Fresh Daily
Our Detroit-Style meats are smoked low and slow daily over real wood, seasoned with our signature rub, cooked for perfect tenderness, and finished with Big Ken's famous Detroit-Style sauce.
What Our Customers Say
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"Me and my fiance came in today for rib tips for the first time and Boy we were Super satisfied! It's was so flavorful and juicy!! I have never had any barbecue that good. Thank you Big Ken's barbecue and we will most certainly be back frequently!!!"
"Stopped here as they were about to close and they made sure we got our food and it was delicious!! Ribs were tender and the sauce on the fries is a hit."
"Had this place a handful of times. Went inside to order on 6/15/2026 when it was over 90 degrees… Just have to shout out every single employee who was working in the heat…"
"The food is really good."
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Proudly Serving Metro Detroit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Big Ken's Detroit-Style BBQ
Big Ken's Food Challenge
One of everything on the menu. 30 minutes. Do you have what it takes?
Winner Takes All
The Rules:
- •Finish the entire platter in under 30 minutes
- •One of everything on the menu
- •No sharing, no leaving the table
- •Must schedule in advance
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Location & Contact
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Address
21000 Gratiot Ave
Eastpointe, MI 48021
Phone
(586) 944-2094Hours
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
From Street Vendor to a Full Restaurant • Proudly Serving Eastpointe