food smells great, very inviting space... I'd like to see some outdoor seating, it's a beautiful day out here in Chicago, but I'll walk across the street to the Menards and eat over there. It's very nice... My server was kind enough to forget my utensils, so I returned to the restaurant, and restaurant. I asked the follow behind the counter, if it's normal to leave utensils out of takeout orders... I was fairly frustrated and annoyed and, I was about to ask him for some sort of compensation like a free drink, because my entrée and appetizer were $30 just for myself ... The fellow, casually remarked, oh, it's right over there... There are a couple of towers inside the evening space, for the weight staff, and customers I guess... Seems a little out of place to me, but everybody who warned me about eating here was right,

Bad name, good food. Visited here for the first time on a recent Friday night at 6:35 pm. The parking lot is large but services 5-10 businesses so it can get crowded. We parked on the other end of the lot and walked over. Not too bad. There was a line when we arrived and it took approximately 10 minutes for us to get to the counter to order (orders are placed at a counter and food is then brought out). The girl at the counter wasn't pleasant and did not smile or welcome anyone. She was efficient at putting orders in though. There are items, not shown on the menu, written on a chalkboard over the counter. We ordered at 6:44 pm. Seating is communal except for a few smaller tables. If that's not your thing, get it to go. There is an outside area as well but we didn't check it out. People were lingering even though this is a place where you should scurry off once you're done so that others can sit. The restaurant should encourage people to move on when done, especially when busy (they have other rules/expectations posted on the walls...maybe they can add this one). We got our food to go based on the crowded area but it did start to open up while we were waiting and we would have had a spot to sit. We got a chance to look around while we waited. There's some black light art on a wall, heavy metal/rock themed stuff and skulls all around and they had Thundercats episodes playing on a projector (that was cool). The music wasn't too loud and it was a decent environment. Overall, not too big, and possibly kept small enough to keep it manageable for them. If you wait for your food, and all the tables are full, there isn't a good place to stand; you will be in the way of people walking around. Looking into the kitchen, the guys preparing food looked to be sanitary except for one guy that kept touching his hat with his gloved hand. The girl working in the bar wasn't sanitary and was fingering everyone's straws, glasses and contents with bare hands that never got washed. The food came out at 7:22 pm...a very long wait for stuff that's already smoked and ready to go. The man calls out your number and then walks the food over to you. All was packaged well. If you want sauce, ask the bar for a cup and then go find the one you want and fill it up. We ordered a half chicken, brisket, fries and coleslaw. The bill was $44; not too crazy considering how things are lately. The brisket was very good. Not a ton of fat but enough to keep it moist. The 1/2 lb didn't look like a lot but it filled me up when combined with sides. I would order again. The chicken was tender, juicy and tasty but the skin was awful, stretchy and slimy. Probably would not get this again. Both entrees came with a few slices of white bread under the meat and several sliced pickles (coin style). Fries were plentiful and basic but the gochujang sauce kicked them up a notch. Nothing real original here but a good side. Coleslaw was made in-house and was tasty. It's a wetter slaw and had some good seasoning. At $5, a bit expensive for cabbage but I liked it. Overall, good food and decent prices. I will visit them again.

Updating this review from having gone a few more times: 1) the Fried Pork Belly is fantastic and worth every cent 2) Smoked Prime Rib was great 3) If I'd known how amazing the blueberry banana cream pie was I would have ordered 2 more slices 4) The Not Your Fathers Root Beer Float was so delicious 5) The service continues to always be on point, even when it's busy like it was today. We typically have stuck to their events because it's so far away from where we live, but be it their events or just a regular meal - I highly recommend coming to visit Jay and Team - and definitely don't forget Betty Rocker's pies.

Very well prepared meats. Dishes were thoughtful and simple enough to taste the quality of the meat. Baked beans were really good. Highly recommend the brisket. I really liked the quality of the meat and the fact it was not overly sauced or spiced. This allowed the true flavor to come out and showcased the cooking of the meat itself.

BBQ is important to me, in the same way that gills are important to fish, and martyrdom is important to my mother. So, when I say that CCK is some of the best BBQ around, it's coming from a place of deep consideration for me. Husband and wife team up for a rock and roll concept that combines an edgy (but not pushy) atmosphere, friendly service, and mouth-watering, crowd pleasing, slap-yo-momma tastes. A variety of sauces add an element of depth and (slight) heat, and I'd encourage you to add different flavors to each bite to find your own personal nirvana. It was so delicious that I went back the next day and had the same meal, adding on four different net-new dishes to try.

This was my second time at Chicago Culinary Kitchen. The first time was outstanding and this was the same. Earlier, I'd been lucky enough to go with other Yelpers. This time, it was family. Their barbeque is as good as I've had it in Texas. The Brisket is perfect - moist with a beautiful bark. My favorite, though, is their smoked chicken. It's wonderfully flavored - smokey, moist, with crisp skin. We also had their baked beans, truffle fries, and their candied bacon for dessert. The decorations are really fun, and you can see them in the photos posted to Yelp. They don't have many tables and have long picnic benches. The service is also very good. And, they have a small well-stocked bar. We went early, so there was no wait to be seated - a real plus since wait times can be long. Chicago Culinary Kitchen definitely rates in my top 10 barbeque restaurants in the USA. When the food arrived, it looked so good we jumped right in. By the time I realized I took no photos, we were half done.

Overall 4/5. I loved the metal theme when you first walk in as well as in the dining area. They also have cool props outside. I found out about this place through social media. One star was taken because the prices are expensive and I wished they extended their houses to like 9 pm at least. There are tons of parking spaces. This place is popular so you might have to wait for people to leave if you plan on dining in. -Smoked rib tips 2/5 - too chewy not enough meat -back alley sticky ribs 5/5 - i love these ribs. I love the flavor with honey and dukka. -brisket 5/5 - very moist and melts in your mouth -jalapeño cheddar link 5/5 -f'n mac & cheese 5/5 -pig candy 5/5 i wished i had more

Back again and I had to get my regular Brisket and Sausage!!!! Still as ahhh-mazing as ever! The Brisket melts in your mouth! The Sausage is sooo good. They also have weekly specials that I need to try. So will be back for more! Service is great! Love everyone! Happy eating!