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Sun
11:00 am - 10:30 pm
Mon
11:00 am - 10:30 pm
Tue
11:00 am - 10:30 pm
Wed
11:00 am - 10:30 pm
Thu
11:00 am - 10:30 pm
Fri
11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sat
11:00 am - 11:00 pm
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CUISINES
American, Bar, Barbecue
Special Diets
Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
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CUISINES
American, Bar, Barbecue
Special Diets
Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Takeout, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
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Defne Ertuna
Istanbul68 contributions
Nov 2024 • family
Green Street Smoked Meats in Chicago offers a mouthwatering barbecue experience that is not to be missed. Tucked in a trendy part of the city, this spot has quickly become a favorite for meat lovers, and for good reason. The moment you step inside, you’re welcomed by the inviting aroma of slow-smoked meats, setting the stage for a delicious meal.
The menu at Green Street is simple, yet incredibly satisfying. I opted for the brisket, and it was nothing short of perfect—smoky, tender, and packed with flavor. The meat had the ideal balance of bark and tenderness, and each bite melted in my mouth. The pulled pork was equally impressive—juicy and full of flavor, with just the right amount of seasoning. Their sides are also a standout, especially the creamy mac and cheese and the perfectly seasoned pickles, which provided a nice contrast to the richness of the meats.
In short, Green Street Smoked Meats offers an outstanding barbecue experience with top-notch smoked meats, flavorful sides, and a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're a local or a visitor, it's a must-try for anyone who loves great barbecue. It’s no surprise that this place is so popular—it truly lives up to the hype.
Written 6 December 2024
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Adolfo A
37 contributions
Aug 2024 • couples
We arrive at this place in the heart of Green street to taste the real American BBQ, except that almost all the cuts of meat were already sold out despite it was still an hour and a half before closing.
We are not discouraged and opt for sandwiches that were good and well stuffed.
Wide choice of side dishes, excellent beans both chili and baked and a wide choice of beers.
Nice DIY service at the tables
The only thing, I don’t understand why for drinks they accept cash while for food they don’t...
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Written 27 August 2024
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savannahsgram
Forked River67 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
This is a great, casual bbq dinner place. Food and service were both excellent! Prices were reasonable. Counter personnel let us sample food we had questions about. Loved the atmosphere! Picnic style tables, got to talk to other people around us. Very cool place!
Written 1 January 2024
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Tiziana445
Almenara57 contributions
Apr 2024 • family
Spectacular, we loved it, very typical place, good music and better food. We ordered brisket, pastrami and a small portion of pulled pork, potato salad as a side dish, we thought that we would be short and we almost couldn't handle everything. Spectacular, tender and tasty meat, highly recommended

Written 15 April 2024
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Roadie27
Richmond33 contributions
Jul 2022 • family
Full disclosure, we're from VA so we're used to a different kind of BBQ. The food was okay in our opinion. We are used to fall off the bone ribs. We had the coleslaw it was a little too vinegary and needs some sugar. The meat is sold by the 1/2 lb. So you only get 4 ribs for $16ish. A little pricey. The brisket was moist but didnt have a lot of flavor to me. I like more seasoning on mine. The sauces are okay and the cornbread was moist. You get a large piece of it but it is southwest style with peppers in it. Not for everyone.
Overall, it's not the best we've had but it's not the worst either.
Written 7 July 2022
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2BEis2SKI
Charlotte1294 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
Can't believe I haven't left a note on this place before. 3rd or 4th time but the first time with my family. Got a variety of things. I'm a rib fan and really liked both kinds of ribs we got. The pastrami is also excellent. I've had the brisket a couple of times and honestly, it's one of my least favorite things. I wouldn't bother with any of the pulled meats as the other stuff is too good. The elote is excellent. The salmon was also really good.
It's never not been crowded when I've eaten here but I've always managed to find a spot, even this last time when there were 7 of us.
There's quite a few good places to eat in the Fulton Market area but if you like meats and bbq, Green Street is probably the best.
Written 19 March 2023
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Katy C
1 contribution
Jul 2021 • family
This place is amazing! Any time I am in downtown Chicago we HAVE to go to Green Street. I can’t find brisket anywhere around where I live that even comes close to how fabulous Green Streets is. The seating is picnic tables, first come first serve, so I suggest having one person hold your spot while you order. This last time we went we got it to go and it was just as good as eating it in there. Worth every penny!
Written 29 July 2021
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Reedman70x
Edwardsville20 contributions
Oct 2022 • solo
Had the pleasure of popping in to this incredible eatery of smoked meats and more and thoroughly enjoyed the bbq aesthetic, food and service. Katie at the bar was amazing. Smoked Pastrami sandwich recommend by Katie was one of the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommended.
Written 6 October 2022
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SuperFlyeGuy
Cardiff13 contributions
Sept 2019 • none
What a fantastic place. We stumbled on it during a visit to Chicago last year. Friendly staff walked us through the ordering process, I chose the Thunderbird rib meat sandwich. I still wake some nights with a tear in my eye thinking of that sandwich...tender, delicious, sweet, marinaded with the sweat of the Gods themselves. Sublime. Pay a visit, you won't be disappointed.
They also had Raiders of the Lost Ark on the TV screen while we were there so they get an extra thumbs up.
Written 30 July 2020
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tjmm1985
Monterey347 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
Dined again at Green Street Smoked Meats. Got the chopped brisket sandwich and the pulled pork sandwich. Both were at least 8 ounces of meat and topped with slaw and pickles and enough to share. The same can be said of the sides of red potato salad and pit beans with chopped brisket. A must stop for BBQ if you are in the West Loop.
Written 12 June 2021
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JimmyMc
Asheville447 contributions
Sept 2020 • none
Stopped by this well-known smoked meat emporium for some dinner. Not interested in hanging out in the restaurant under the current circumstances. Got there early (about 4:45p) and was served promptly.
Got home and discovered the chicken was majorly undercooked. Red blood areas near the bone on both halves of the chicken. Took eight minutes in the microwave to correct the problem.
Everything was tasty, but food safety fail is a serious problem. Tried calling the restaurant immediately after discovering the error, but "no manager available to speak with me".
Written 29 September 2020
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M H
1 contribution
Jul 2024 • friends
The line was an hour long to order your food, although they said it moved quickly, it did not. We got to the front of the line only to learn they were out of ribs and it was only 7:00 -- which was what we waited in line for. This was the second time my friends had been there and they were out of ribs the previous time they went too. They would not go back - ever. Not worth the wait.
Written 4 July 2024
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Kay B
2 contributions
Apr 2023 • couples
A great find, and a awesome experience for two tourists visiting the country for the first time. It was almost like we walked into a movie set. We had pork ribs with coleslaw and spicy pickles on the side. The meat was really good.
Written 7 April 2023
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M Richard M
Kathmandu1738 contributions
Oct 2019 • family
Stand in line order wait get food in paper plates. Very busy food good sauce good very noisy. You share a table with others and wetter like it. The portions were smaller than shown and some not real hot. In trendy neighborhood and younger crowd.
Written 28 September 2020
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Felipe R
Cologne53 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
There is barbecue places and there's Green Street Smoked Meats. This is maybe the lighthouse that other barbecue joints look up to. We'll the outfit is robust, not clinically clean, and quite noisy. Yet it fits the entire image. The food is simply stellar. No, not cheap. But worth every bite. Here, somebody thinks about quality! And vows to it. A refreshing testament to an entrepreneurial vision: simply the best street barbecue.
Written 14 August 2022
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