The take
From the sourcesMission BBQ in Naperville features a rotating menu of "Black Plate Specials" like southern-style crispy chicken legs alongside seasonal sides including broccoli salad and banana pudding. The restaurant is defined by its patriotic theme, decorating its walls with military mementos and donating a portion of "American Heroes Cup" proceeds to veteran and first responder charities. Their service model focuses on "Stories of Service" that honor local and national military history.
Strengths
- · Strong community and veteran support
- · Consistently high ratings and service
- · Kid-friendly environment
Caveats
- · Chain restaurant atmosphere
- · Limited-time items rotate frequently
Why you'd go here
From the sourcesMISSION BBQ offers all-American BBQ. Current seasonal specials include Ricky Bobby Chicken Legs, a Southern-style shake and bake chicken, and Banana Puddin', a creamy custard with bananas, vanilla wafers, and whipped cream.
The story
From the businessMISSION BBQ was founded after its creators traveled the country in search of the best BBQ. The intent was to bring this food home for those who protect the country, hardworking individuals, sports fans, and families. The restaurant aims to serve traditional, all-American food.
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From the community
Reddit threads
From the communityWhat Reddit says
From the communityComments mentioning MISSION BBQ from r/chicago, r/chicagofood, r/bbq, and similar subs. Each is numbered / full links in the Sources block below.
I am continually disappointed when I get brisket anywhere except mission bbq oddly enough. There’s isn’t the best and sometimes it’s dry but it is majority of the time pretty ok. Granted I live in PA and we aren’t known for our great bbq.
Mission bbq employees have to sign the national anthem on a regular basis. I think hourly.
If you ever go to Savannah GA there is Service Brewing, which is the epitome of this. They sell you carbonated cold piss but they get people to show up because they're supporting the troops. There is a BBQ chain called Mission BBQ that does something similar but with BBQ.
Mission BBQ - Southington CT
Has anyone tried Mission BBQ in Southington Connecticut?
Mission BBQ Mentor, OH. $21
Mission BBQ Mentor, OH. $21
It's ok at best. I've eaten at several Mission BBQ's. Their sauces are awesome because they are necessary.
Mission BBQ had delicious food :)
Mission BBQ had delicious food :)
On a mission to BBQ more Veggies!
On a mission to BBQ more Veggies!
Sources
Everything on this page is pulled from the sources below: the restaurant's own website, its public Google listing, and Reddit threads. We don't invent details; if a source is missing, the claim isn't here either.
- [1]MISSION BBQ / official website / menu, hours, descriptions
- [2]Google Maps listing for MISSION BBQ / rating, reviews, address, hours
- [3]r/smoking comment by u/malac0da13 / Mar 2025
- [4]r/chicagobeer comment by u/Quinto376 / Mar 2025
- [5]r/chicagobeer comment by u/petmoo23 / Mar 2025
- [6]r/BBQ / "Mission BBQ - Southington CT" / Feb 2025
- [7]r/BBQ / "Mission BBQ Mentor, OH. $21" / Aug 2024
- [8]r/BBQ comment by u/BOHIFOBRE / Jul 2024
- [9]r/BBQ / "Mission BBQ had delicious food :)" / Jul 2021
- [10]r/BBQ / "On a mission to BBQ more Veggies!" / Jan 2021
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