Dinosaur BBQ

The vibe is unique and the 'que is legendary. Located in downtown Buffalo's Theater District, Occuping a former Universal International Pictures Vault.

Photos from Dinosaur BBQ's post 09/14/2024

Our BBQ wasn't the only thing smokin' last night! Before "Better Now" and "Rockstar", Post Malone was just a local guyโ€”now heโ€™s back in Syracuse, BBQ and Beer in hand, spreading love. ๐Ÿ–๐Ÿ’ฅ

Photos from 420 Carroll Street's post 09/14/2024
09/03/2024

Throwing it back with the ultimate burgerโ€”The Blues Burger is here to satisfy your cravings! Sink your teeth into a 6oz smash patty topped with crumbled blue cheese, smoked ham, melted Swiss, and blue cheese dressing, all on a toasted roll. Don't miss out on this flavorful throwback! ๐Ÿ” ๐ŸŽถ Available this week only at all locations, so grab it while you can!

The Stay Fresh Art & Design Summit | Stay Fresh Design 08/27/2024

๐ŸŽ‰ Did you catch the Impractical Jokers hyping up Dinosaur BBQ at the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview? ๐ŸคฃBrian "Q" Quinn also gave us a shout-out on The Tell 'Em Steve - Dave podcast while promoting The Stay Fresh Art & Design Summit.

๐Ÿ”ˆCheck out the clip here: https://spoti.fi/475c6iz.

๐ŸŒŸ Speaking of fresh, donโ€™t miss out on the Stay Fresh Art & Design Summit on September 6th! Dive into a day packed with creativity and innovation, from groundbreaking talks to mind-blowing workshops with some of the biggest names in the Art & Design industry. ๐ŸŽจโœจ

๐Ÿ– Wind down with a dinner party catered by yours truly at Dinosaur BBQ and tunes from Kronosaurus. Surf's up from 6 PM to 8 PM! ๐Ÿ„โ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸŽถ

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Your ticket includes https://bit.ly/4dG4bun

Talks and workshops that'll revolutionize your creative process
Exclusive swag bag with a t-shirt and raffle ticket.

An unforgettable dinner party with us at Dinosaur BBQ!
Surf your way into a wave of creativity! Grab your tickets now and stay fresh!

The Stay Fresh Art & Design Summit | Stay Fresh Design Schedule of the Day: Check-In/Registration: 9am-9:30am Welcome/Introductions: 9:30am-9:45am Lightwork: 9:45am-10:00am Tommy Lincoln: 10 โ€“ 10:45 Patreon: Laura Goldfarb: 11am-12pm Lunch Break: 12pm-1pmโ€ฆ

08/27/2024

Step right up, Step right up! ๐ŸŽช Get your FAVORITE The Great New York State Fair Gianelli Sausage & peppers sandwich featuring our Hot Honey Gold Sauce, no ticket required at Dinosaur BBQ Syracuse! ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ๐ŸŒญ

๐ŸŒŸ We suggest pairing our State Fair Sausage sandwich with an ice-cold Maine Beer Company's Lunch pint for the perfect NON-Fair day treat and a bag of New York Chips Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Chips! ๐ŸŒญ๐Ÿบ!

๐Ÿ’ต๐Ÿฅ”Also all proceeds of the chips go directly to the Food Bank of Central New York!

**Sandwich available for dine-in or call for pick-up at the SYRACUSE location ONLY!

18 Popular BBQ Chains, Ranked 08/27/2024

We're still smoking the competition! ๐Ÿ”ฅ It's an honor to be ranked #8 among some greats. Peep the full article below: https://bit.ly/3MnRB74. Come taste why!

18 Popular BBQ Chains, Ranked So you love barbecue so much you'd like to know the most popular chains in the U.S. We get it! And we've got you covered. Check out our rankings list!

08/26/2024

๐Ÿ‘‘ ITโ€™S BACK! The KING has returned! ๐Ÿ‘‘ Brace yourselves for the legendary Pork-Sket, the ultimate Dinosaur Bar-B-Que sandwich! Loaded with Prime brisket, Duroc pulled pork, NYS cheddar, jalapeรฑos, crispy coleslaw, BBQ sauce, and horsey mayo, all on a toasted roll. ๐Ÿท๐Ÿ”ฅ This beast of a sandwich reigns supreme for ONE WEEK ONLY. Get ready to bow down and take a bite out of BBQ royalty! ๐Ÿ‘‘๐Ÿ’ฅ

08/21/2024

๐ŸŽ‰ Itโ€™s here! The State Fair Sausage Sandwich has landed at Dinosaur BBQ Syracuse! Get a taste of the fair with every bite. Available for takeout or dine-in through Labor Day! Want it to go? Give takeout a call at 315.476.4937!

Let's kick off DAY #1 of The Great New York State Fair with something special! ๐ŸŒญTry our exclusive State Fair Sausage sandwich, a loaded Gianelli Sausage Sandwich ๐ŸŒญ featuring our Hot Honey Gold Sauce, sautรฉed tangy onions & poblano peppers๐Ÿฏ Available for takeout or dine-in through Labor Day!

Photos from Dinosaur BBQ's post 08/19/2024

Itโ€™s a pork loverโ€™s dream! ๐Ÿท Welcome back The 3 Little Pigs Sandwichโ€”Duroc pulled pork, smoked ham, crispy bacon, BBQ sauce, and melted Swiss cheese on a toasted roll. Available this week only, at all six Dinosaur Bar-B-Que locations!

08/12/2024

The Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich is back for a limited time! ๐Ÿ—๐Ÿฅช Enjoy our Mojito-marinated chicken breast, smoked ham, BBQ sauce, and melted Swiss cheese on a toasted roll. Only available this week at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que!

08/05/2024

Weโ€™re kicking off the week with something special from the vault! ๐ŸŒŸ The BBQ Brisket Reuben is back by popular demand! Get yours before it's gone!

07/29/2024

How do you eat your wings๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ—

07/16/2024

Treat yourself to our delicious combo plates! Whether you love wings, ribs, or brisket, weโ€™ve got something for everyone. ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

Careers | Dinosaur Bar-B-Que 07/15/2024

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling All BBQ Enthusiasts: We're Hiring & Want You on Our Team!๐Ÿ”ฅ

Apply online or come in and a team member will be available to assist with applications.
Currently Seeking:
๐Ÿ”ฅDishwasher
๐Ÿ”ฅHost
๐Ÿ”ฅLine Cook
๐Ÿ”ฅPrep Cook
๐Ÿ”ฅServer
๐Ÿ”ฅTakeout

For more information and all current job openings, please check out: https://dinosaurbarbque.com/jobs

Careers | Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Jobs hungry for a new opportunity? If you're ready to join a team that's committed to serving up mouth-watering food and serious suds with unmatched hospitality, we want to hear from you! View Current Openings now hiring awesome people! Join the dino family! We are always on the lookout for talented...

07/12/2024

Craving yet? Swing by and celebrate National French Fry Day with the fry thatโ€™s two days in the making! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŸ

Who makes Rochester's best fries? Poll of almost 900 people says... 07/12/2024

๐Ÿ† Crunch time! Thanks to the Democrat and Chronicle for voting Dinosaur BBQ the Best Hand-Cut Fries in Rochester! ๐ŸŸโœจ Come taste what the buzz is all about!

Check out the full article here๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/3xJOFOJ.

Who makes Rochester's best fries? Poll of almost 900 people says... Here are 31 places to get great fries prepared a lot of different ways.

07/11/2024

๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿน Happy National Mojito Day! ๐Ÿน๐Ÿ‹
We're serving up our signature mojitos at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que. Fresh mint, zesty lime, and smooth rum make for a delightful summer drink. Come in and enjoy a relaxing evening with great drinks and BBQ!

View our food and drink menus and come hungry๐Ÿ‘‰https://bit.ly/3LhWbTN

Photos from Dinosaur BBQ's post 07/09/2024

๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ”ฅ Dive into our Hot Honey Fried Chicken Tuesday Suppertime Special! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”
Brined for 24 hours in rich buttermilk and seasoned with our secret blend of spices, then fried to golden perfection and topped with our signature hot honey drizzle. Each plate comes with 2 sides & cornbread.

Available after 5 pm for Dine-In ONLY at the Syracuse location. Limited quantitiesโ€”get yours before itโ€™s gone! ๐Ÿฏ
Menus & Hours ๐Ÿ‘‰ http://bit.ly/syrdinobbq.
Current Specials & Promos ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4cx1meK.

07/08/2024

๐Ÿ”โœจ Meet MR. CRISP! โœจ๐Ÿ”
The perfect sandwich doesn't exi... oh wait, it does! Dive into the making of our MR. CRISP with crispy fried chicken, house-cured pickles, coleslaw, and zip sauce on a grilled potato roll. Available now at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que!

07/05/2024

๐ŸŽ† Celebrate the 4th of July with us at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Whether you're dining in or taking out, our BBQ is the perfect addition to your holiday festivities. Have a fantastic and flavorful Independence Day! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

07/02/2024

Skip the cooking and let us handle dinner. Whether youโ€™re craving our famous ribs, pulled pork, or a full feast with all the sides, weโ€™ve got you covered. Order online and savor the legendary flavors of Dinosaur Bar-B-Que at home.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Ready to order? Click here: https://bit.ly/3xxGViF.

07/02/2024

๐Ÿ–๐ŸŽ‡ Closed for the 4th ๐ŸŽ‡๐Ÿ–
Celebrating the 4th with some summer fun! Dinosaur BBQ Buffalo will be closed on July 4th, but we'll be back on July 5th to satisfy your BBQ cravings. Have an awesome and safe holiday! ๐ŸŒž๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Photos from Dinosaur BBQ's post 06/10/2024

Start your week with a taste of BBQ perfection! Our hand-pulled pork, ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿฝ made with top-quality Duroc pork, it's the ultimate comfort food. ๐Ÿ“ธ Swipe to see the journey from smoker to sandwich. You should definitely treat yourself today!

Photos from Dinosaur BBQ's post 06/08/2024

Better weather, great food, and amazing vibes for day 2 of the Taste Of Syracuse โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ” Enjoy our Pulled Pork Sliders, Tomato Cucumber Salad, BBQ Beans, and Smoked Buffalo Wings. The perfect day to hangout!

You can find the Dinosaur BBQ tent at booth 13, on Erie Blvd. West, near the Reign Storm Erie Stage๐ŸŽต

Photos from Dinosaur BBQ's post 05/28/2024

๐ŸŒŸ Throwback Flavors Alert! ๐ŸŒŸ Weโ€™re dialing back the clock and bringing back some all-time favorites to Dino BBQ to celebrate the last week of BBQ Month! Feast your eyes (and taste buds!) on our legendary Throwback Menu featuring The Pork-Sket, The Chicken "Dream" Club, and The Ultimate BLT. ๐Ÿฅชโœจ These classics are here for a good time, not a long time. Get them before they're gone! Dive into the past and relish these unforgettable flavors only available this week!

Which one you choosing?
A. ๐Ÿ‘‘๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿฅช
B. ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ…๐Ÿฅ“
C. ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ’ค๐Ÿ„โ€๐ŸŸซ

05/22/2024

On Wednesdays, we eat Bar-B-Que Chicken Wings๐Ÿ—

Spice-rubbed, pit-smoked, grill finished!
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05/16/2024

Happy National BBQ Day from Dinosaur Bar-B-Que! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ–โœจ

Dive into a day of smoky goodness and celebrate with us at any of our six locations. Whether youโ€™re savoring our famous ribs, pulled pork, or brisket, today is all about the BBQ love.

Share your favorite Dinosaur Bar-B-Que moments and tag us for a chance to be featured! ๐Ÿ–โค๏ธ

05/14/2024

๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŽ‰ Summer Grill & Chill Giveaway! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ”ฅ

In celebration of National BBQ Month, weโ€™re excited to team up with our friends at 1911 Established to bring you the ultimate BBQ loverโ€™s dream package! Hereโ€™s what you can win:
๐Ÿ”ฅ OUTSUNNY Charcoal Grill
๐Ÿ“š Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Cookbook SIGNED by our founder, John Stage!
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿณ Dinosaur BBQ Apron
๐Ÿฅซ Dinosaur BBQ Four for the Road Sauce Pack
๐Ÿ– Dinosaur BBQ Sauce Brush
๐ŸŽฒ City of Syracuse Monopoly Game
๐Ÿ 1911 Established Goods & Swag

Ready to elevate your summer BBQ game? Hereโ€™s how to enter:
1๏ธโƒฃ Follow Dinosaur BBQ and @1911 Established
2๏ธโƒฃ Like this post
3๏ธโƒฃ Tag a friend in the comments (each tag is an entry!)
4๏ธโƒฃ Share this post to your story for an extra entry!

Giveaway ends 5/20. Winner will be announced on 5/21. Good luck, and happy grilling! ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ”ฅ



Winner must be 21+ and in the continental US to enter.

05/14/2024

Friday feels at Dinosaur BBQ! Start your weekend with a sweetheart deal for 2! โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ”ฅ

Top 100 Barbecue Spots 2024 - Yelp 05/14/2024

๐Ÿ”ฅWhat better way to celebrate National BBQ Month? Dinosaur BBQ Rochester has been named one of the top 100 BBQ spots in the country by Yelp!๐Ÿ†A huge thank you to our incredible team and loyal customers for making this possible. Celebrate with us and savor the BBQ thatโ€™s earned national acclaim. ๐Ÿ–๐ŸŽ‰

Check out the full list here: https://www.yelp.com/article/top-100-bbq-spots-2024.

Top 100 Barbecue Spots 2024 - Yelp Discover Yelpโ€™s Top 100 Barbecue Spots for 2024. 1. Wrightโ€™s Barbecue, Johnson, Arkansas; 2. CorkScrew BBQ, Spring, Texas; 3. Ericโ€™s Family Barbecue, Avondale, Arizona...and more

Photos from Dinosaur BBQ's post 05/12/2024

๐ŸŒŸHey Dino Fam! ๐ŸŒŸ Today, we're celebrating a truly unique story. Meet barbecue aficionados, Christopher and his incredible mom. They recently embarked on a BBQ journey across Texas, exploring the famed BBQ Belt together.

๐˜พ๐™๐™ง๐™ž๐™จ'๐™จ ๐™ก๐™ค๐™ซ๐™š ๐™ค๐™› ๐˜ฝ๐˜ฝ๐™Œ:
Frankly, my passion for BBQ comes from a love of delicious meat! Plain and simple.
Beyond that I love that BBQ is a community food; it comes from a desire to feed your friends and neighbors. It starts as an experiment in backyards and driveways. This homegrownness means that everyone's BBQ is different and there is so much to explore by region/style/tradition. There is nothing more American than a low and slow-smoked BBQ made with local love. My favorite BBQ is Beef Rib; It's fatty, you have the rendered collagen and connective tissue, and you can get an amazing salty bark.

๐™ˆ๐™ค๐™ฉ๐™๐™š๐™ง/๐™Ž๐™ค๐™ฃ ๐˜ฝ๐˜ฝ๐™Œ ๐™๐™ง๐™ž๐™ฅ:
The trip was spontaneous partly because of year-end frequent flyer mileage and some very cheap flights. Right before the Christmas Holiday, I convinced my mother to come on a Texas BBQ pilgrimage. She didn't love the timing but Mom will always travel for food. We had three days, a rental pick-up truck, and a long list of BBQ joints. We tried Salt Lick, Killen's, Rudy's Gas Station BBQ, and many other marked and unmarked spots. This type of semi-aimless road trip is a collection of amazing memories stitching together a spectrum of food culture, exploration of new places, and sharing food with the person who taught me to love food. Mom and I are lucky to still find any excuse to travel for food and look forward to many more shared beef ribs!

We couldn't agree more with those ideals of barbecue! To honor their adventure and all the amazing mothers out there, who would pack up the week before Christmas to go on an adventure with their child. Weโ€™re offering them a Dino BBQ menu-tasting experience, so they can add Dinosaur BBQ to their ever-growing list of favorite BBQ spots! ๐Ÿ–๐Ÿ’

Inspired by their story? Tell us about your adventures with Mom and what makes her special. Weโ€™d love to hear your stories!

Photos from Dinosaur BBQ's post 05/12/2024

This Motherโ€™s Day, weโ€™re sweetening the deal! ๐Ÿ’– Treat your mom to a meal at Dino BBQ and weโ€™ll treat her to our homemade cookies. ๐Ÿช๐ŸŒธ

05/08/2024
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Our Story

At Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, fresh, homemade, and high-quality aren't just catchwords, they're our foundation. Our commitment to food quality and genuine hospitality is unyielding and intense. We pride ourselves on our loyal guests, employees, and being a great place to have fun and while sampling some of the best bar-b-que in the country.

Our menu is firmly rooted in the traditions of Southern bar-b-que, but there are other influences that shape our flavors and give our food its own distinctive character. That's one of the secrets of great bar-b-que -- staying committed to tradition, but finding your own stamp and signature.

Located in the heart of Buffaloโ€™s Theater District, the Buffalo Dinosaur Bar-B-Que occupies a former vault that stored movies for Universal International Pictures, 301 Franklin Street. We've been slinging Dinosaur BBQ in Buffalo since February 2014. Buffalo is the home of the Buffalo Bills and you can find our concession at every Bills home game. We have live music at our Buffalo location every Friday & Saturday at 10 pm. Looking for a food stop after your trip day trip at Niagara Falls? We are located South of the Falls, only 30 mins away! Reservations are available on our website through open tables.

Planning an event? Weโ€™ve got you catered!

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301 Franklin Street
Buffalo, NY
14202

Opening Hours

Wednesday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 4pm - 9pm
Friday 11:30am - 10pm
Saturday 11:30am - 10pm
Sunday 11:30am - 9pm

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