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Welcome To Dave's Bbq & Smokehouse
At Dave’s BBQ & Smokehouse, we believe great barbecue starts with time, quality ingredients, and a passion for serving others. Our meats are slow-smoked onsite, and our homemade sides are prepared with real ingredients for the comforting, Southern flavors you know and love.
Whether you’re a local, visiting Rend Lake, traveling along I-57, or simply looking for great barbecue, we invite you to pull up a chair and enjoy a relaxed dining experience with friendly service and food made with care.
Fresh Food, Local Care
Our team cooks in small batches through the day, using real wood and fresh local ingredients. This steady method keeps our food rich, steady, and comforting.
Our kitchen keeps things simple and honest, and our smokehouse runs daily to bring you the kind of BBQ Southern Illinois knows well. Stop by for a relaxed visit where good food and friendly service are always the focus.
Simple Ways to Order
Order online for fast takeout or delivery with just a few quick steps. Our page makes it easy to choose your meal, confirm your order, and pick it up or have it brought to you.
Skip the wait and enjoy smooth, clear ordering from start to finish.
Fresh Daily BBQ Meals
Our menu brings Southern-style smoked meats and real-ingredient sides served fresh each day. Try our Piggy Mac or BBQ Potato for a warm, hearty meal. Guests also enjoy our BBQ Nachos, made with daily-smoked meats for a steady, bold bite. With dine-in, takeout, and delivery, your meal is always made with care and ready when you are.
BBQ for Every Event
Dave’s BBQ & Smokehouse caters office lunches, meetings, birthdays, holidays, showers, weddings, and more. We offer pickup, delivery with setup, and soon in-house catering in our private dining area. Our team helps you plan a smooth event with warm service and steady food made fresh daily. Dates fill quickly, so reach out soon to secure your spot.
Save Your Table Easily
Reserve a table for a quiet dinner, family outing, or small gathering. Our cozy, full-service space is ideal for couples, locals, travelers, and groups wanting a relaxed visit with steady service. Call us to hold your spot or fill out the quick form online. Our team is here to make your visit simple from the moment you reach out.
Find Us and Stop In
• Address: 605 N Main St, Benton, IL 62812
• Near Rend Lake and just off I-57
• Cozy indoor seating
• Dine-in, takeout, and delivery available
• Great for families, couples, locals, and travelers
• Smoked meats fresh daily
• Southern-style cooking with local ingredients
Everything was delicious! Piggy mac for the win 😋 we will be back. This is a great addition to the food scene in benton!
Food was excellent; I and the kids enjoyed our meals a lot. They were very busy, as to be expected with a new place, but the waitress was apologetic and attentive. Highly recommend the pulled pork and brisket
Dave and Shirley are wonderful people. They have always been super polite to my family! We enjoy their food too!! I'm so happy for them and their new restaurant!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We're known for slow-smoked BBQ, hearty Southern comfort food, and satisfying sandwiches served up in Benton, Illinois.
- BBQ: Our BBQ menu is built around slow-smoked classics and shareable plates loaded with bold smokehouse flavor. Representative items include Smokehouse BBQ Platter, Brisket Dinner, The Sloppy Pig Plate, Bacon Wrapped Sausage Dinner, Piggy Fries, and BBQ Nachos.
- American Food: Our American food lineup covers crowd-pleasing comfort favorites from crispy fried chicken to loaded nachos and classic sides. Representative items include Fried Chicken Strips Dinner, Chicken and Waffles, Loaded Nachos, Buffalo Chicken Dip with Tortilla Chips, Fried Pickles, and Corn Nuggets.
- Salads: Our salads range from fresh garden bowls to hearty smokehouse chicken options that make a satisfying meal. Representative items include Smokehouse Chicken Caesar Salad, Smokehouse Chicken Garden Salad, House Garden Salad, Caesar Side Salad, and Potato Salad.
- Sandwiches: Our sandwiches showcase the smokehouse with pulled pork, brisket, and sausage piled onto hearty handheld favorites. Representative items include Pulled Pork Sandwich, Brisket Sandwich, The Sloppy Pig Sandwich, Smoked Chicken Panini, and BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich Dinner.
- Drinks: Our drinks menu keeps things refreshing with house-brewed teas, coffee, fountain drinks, and a classic bottled root beer. Representative items include Freshly Brewed Sweet Tea, Freshly Brewed Unsweet Tea, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Fitz's Bottled Root Beer, and Fountain Drink.
Additionally, explore Desserts.
Where are you located?
We are located in Benton, IL at 605 N Main St
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Benton, West City, Steel City, Groat, Rend City, Benton Park, Buckner, Franklin County, Hanaford, Bessie, Whittington, Deering City, Valier Patch, Valier, Orient, Urbain, Ewing, West Frankfort, Parrish, and Christopher.
Anything else?
We are also known for Family Friendly Restaurant
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