BBQ & Baker

Get to Know Us

BBQ & Baker is a family-run, scratch-made barbecue kitchen built on hospitality and heart.
We slow-smoke our meats the right way, using custom Beck Built Smokers and time-honored techniques that bring out deep, authentic flavor. Our menu stays true to who we are—simple, honest, homemade food—with rotating specials that keep things exciting.

We don’t fry anything. Instead, we focus on from-scratch sides, fresh-baked desserts, and quality ingredients that feel like home. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite, picking up a catering order, or trying us for the first time, we want every guest to feel welcomed, appreciated, and well fed.

BBQ & Baker: where real barbecue, homemade comfort, and genuine hospitality come together.

Authentic Wood-Fired BBQ Restaurant, Food Truck & Catering Company

Our NEW Restaurant opened November 1st!
at 69 S Broadway Street, Coal City IL 60416 🔥
Open Wednesdays thru Sundays from 10 am - 8 pm

Voted "Best" of Grundy County for 5 years and running!

Come see what all the fuss is about! You’re gonna love it!

Reactions and Reviews

When You’re Happy, We’re Happy

This place is awesome! The food is amazing and affordable. I live a few hundred feet from the “little red garage” where the smokers are. I looked out side today and above the garage written in smoke was “Dan you need to get over here and eat” DELICIOUS!!

Daniel Rodgers

5 Stars!

BBQ and Baker – Coal City

Yummy! I had the flavorful chili with cornbread, creamy mac and cheese, and a s’mores bar for dessert — everything was delicious. The flavors were spot on, and it’s clear a lot of care goes into each dish. A great addition to the Coal City restaurant scene — can’t wait to go back and try more!

Congratulations Tracey Baker!!

Jacquelyne Nicole

Took the family to BBQ & Baker to see what all the fuss was about.

- Chopped brisket sammidge

- Brisket mac n cheese

- BBQ hot dog

- Cliffhanger sammidge

- Side of slaw

-Gooey S'mores bar for take-home dessert as a last minute add

When we say this is happy belly food, it's absolutely no lie. Only problem is that I think we're going to end up sleeping here, cuz now we can't move.

Everything is delicious, so get your butts down to Coal City, stat!

Nick Kopka

Welcome to BBQ & Baker, where we craft mouthwatering barbecue using local firewood for that authentic flavor. Indulge in our homemade sides and desserts, all made with love, ensuring quality in every bite. Looking to elevate your event?

Our catering services bring the BBQ goodness right to your gathering!