The Original Detroit-Style BBQ

    Best Smoked BBQ Ribs in MichiganThe Original Detroit Style BBQ

    St. Louis style pork Spare Ribs, smoked to fall off the bone perfection — a Detroit-Style BBQ classic

    Detroit-Style full slab smoked BBQ ribs from Big Ken's Bar-B-Q

    Full Slab Ribs

    12 bones of St. Louis style pork Spare Ribs

    Half slab smoked ribs at Big Ken's BBQ serving Detroit and Metro Detroit

    Half Slab Ribs

    6 bones of St. Louis style pork Spare Ribs

    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 a trusted name for smoked BBQ ribs in Eastpointe, Michigan, serving customers from Detroit and across the Metro Detroit area. Our St. Louis style pork Spare Ribs are smoked to fall off the bone perfection and glazed with Big Ken's famous BBQ sauce.

    If you're searching for BBQ ribs near me, Detroit-Style smoked ribs, or authentic Metro Detroit barbecue, Big Ken's Bar-B-Q is the local spot people recommend. Our ribs are cooked fresh daily and prepared with real smokehouse technique, not shortcuts.

    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 grabbing carry-out, feeding the family, or ordering for an event, our ribs deliver consistent quality and Michigan-made flavor.

    Pair your ribs with classic BBQ sides like potato salad, baked beans, or fries for a complete Detroit-style BBQ meal.

    Love ribs? Also try our famous rib tips—tender, smoky, and packed with flavor. Our most popular menu item!

    Ready to Try Our Famous Ribs?

    Visit us in Eastpointe or view our full menu online

    Visit Big Ken's Bar-B-Q

    Location

    21000 Gratiot Ave
    Eastpointe, MI 48021

    Hours

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

    Serving Smoked BBQ Ribs 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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