Not all amazing restaurants are found in the big cities and towns. There are plenty of places in the rural parts of the state that offer some incredible eats. These hidden gems may be a bit off the beaten track for some, but the drive is always worth it! One such place, Big Blues Que, is located within the Shawnee National Forest and offers some of the best bbq in Illinois.

Not all amazing restaurants are found in the big cities and towns. There are plenty of places in the rural parts of the state that offer some incredible eats. These hidden gems may be a bit off the beaten track for some, but the drive is always worth it! One such place, Big Blues Que, is located within the Shawnee National Forest and offers some of the best bbq in Illinois.

Creal Springs is a tiny town of 500 people and can be found within the Shawnee National Forest. In town you'll find an excellent bbq joint that customers rave about.
Andrew Bramlet/Google
Big Blues Que may be in a small town but it delivers big flavor with its mouthwatering food. It's so good it's become a bit of a destination for those seeking out the best bbq in the state.
Big Blues Que/Facebook
Whether you try the pulled pork, baby back ribs, smoked bbq meatloaf, chicken, pork chops, pork, steaks, or sides, Big Blues Que may become your new favorite BBQ joint.
Big Blues Que/Facebook

Related Stories

Pearl's Place Is An All-You-Can-Eat Buffet In Illinois That's Full Of Southern Flavor

Pearl's Place Is An All-You-Can-Eat Buffet In Illinois That's Full Of Southern Flavor

 The Gourmet Burgers At Bulldogs Grill Will Change The Way You See This Illinois Culinary Staple Forever

The Gourmet Burgers At Bulldogs Grill Will Change The Way You See This Illinois Culinary Staple Forever

 You’ll Love Visiting Hackney’s, An Illinois Restaurant Loaded With Local History

You’ll Love Visiting Hackney’s, An Illinois Restaurant Loaded With Local History
Nachos are a big deal around here. You can go simple with just chips and cheese or up the ante with cheese and bbq or cheese, bbq, and beans.
Shem Smith/Google
You can always order a pulled pork plate with bbq pulled pork sandwich with your choice of two sides.
Big Blues Que/Facebook
Sides include coleslaw, potato salad, and baked beans with bbq. Sides are also sold by the pint or quart.
Big Blues Que/Facebook
How about a Big Blues Smokey Baked Potato just loaded with delicious toppings? There are three choices on the menu: butter and sour cream; butter, sour cream, nacho cheese, and bacon; or bbq, beans, nacho cheese, butter, and sour cream. Yum!
Big Blues Que/Facebook

 

Have you visited Big Blues BBQ for a meal yet? To learn more and for updates and days and hours of operation, follow the Facebook page. Big Blues BBQ is available for takeout only on Fridays and Saturdays, so plan your trip here accordingly.

Looking for more mouthwatering bbq joints around the state? Take our delicious Illinois road trip to seven hole-in-the-wall bbq restaurants!

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Related Articles

Explore Illinois

Featured Addresses
South Broad Street, S Broad St, Creal Springs, IL 62922, USA