The Original Detroit-Style BBQ

    Best BBQ Rib Tips in MichiganThe Original Detroit Style BBQ

    Tender, meaty rib tips smoked low and slow, served with Big Ken's famous BBQ Sauce (1 1/2 lbs) — a Detroit-Style BBQ classic

    Detroit-Style BBQ rib tips from Big Ken's Bar-B-Q in Eastpointe, MI

    Signature Rib Tips

    Our most popular menu item

    Rib tips special at Big Ken's BBQ serving Detroit and Metro Detroit

    Rib Tips Combo

    Served with your choice of sides

    Thanksgiving Pre-Orders Are Open

    Orders close November 22 at 8 PM Eastern.

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    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 The Original Detroit-Style BBQ and the go-to spot for BBQ rib tips in Eastpointe, Michigan, serving customers from Detroit and across the Metro Detroit area. Our tender, meaty rib tips (1 1/2 lbs) are smoked low and slow, then served with Big Ken's famous BBQ Sauce for that authentic Detroit-Style flavor.

    If you're searching for rib tips near me, Detroit-Style BBQ rib tips, or authentic Metro Detroit barbecue, Big Ken's Bar-B-Q is where locals come for the real deal. Our rib tips are prepared fresh daily using traditional smokehouse methods that define Detroit-Style BBQ.

    Located in Eastpointe, MI, Big Ken's Bar-B-Q proudly serves customers from Detroit, Warren, Roseville, Harper Woods, and surrounding Michigan communities. Whether you're stopping by for a quick lunch, feeding the whole crew, or ordering for your next gathering, our rib tips deliver that authentic Detroit BBQ experience every time.

    Complete your meal with our famous sides like baked beans, coleslaw, or Mexican street corn for the ultimate Detroit-style BBQ experience.

    Love rib tips? Also try our smoked BBQ ribs—fall-off-the-bone St. Louis style ribs available in half or full slab.

    Ready to Try Our Famous Rib Tips?

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    Location

    21000 Gratiot Ave
    Eastpointe, MI 48021

    Hours

    Wed & Sun: 11am-8pm
    Friday: 11am-10pm

    Serving BBQ Rib Tips Across Metro Detroit

    We proudly serve customers from these Michigan communities:

    EastpointeDetroitWarrenRosevilleHarper WoodsSt. Clair ShoresClinton TownshipFraserSterling HeightsGrosse Pointe
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    Big Ken's Famous Sauce

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