Hecky's Barbecue

Hecky’s Barbecue is a long-standing Evanston institution that has been operating from the same street corner since 1983 and was famously featured in Anthony Bourdain’s book *World Travel*. The menu focuses on traditional items like baby back ribs, hot links, sliced brisket, and smoked wings, often accompanied by their signature sauce and sides like collard greens and caramel cake. The restaurant is a staple for local catering and offers take-out and delivery services.

Hecky's Barbecue offers Southern-style barbecue and sides. They have been recognized with awards for their Chicago-style barbecue. Menu items include ribs, rib tips, chicken, and hot links.

Hecky’s Barbecue opened on October 13, 1983, at 1902 Green Bay Road in Evanston. Hecky, the founder, started the restaurant with $100 in the cash register. Over the years, the restaurant expanded from one storefront to four. Hecky's specializes in barbecued and Southern-style foods. In April 2023, Hecky’s won the ‘Reader’s Choice Award’ from the Chicago Tribune for best Chicago-style barbecue. The restaurant was also mentioned in one of Anthony Bourdain’s books.