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2137 E Moreland Blvd
Waukesha, WI 53186
Fax: 262-522-3215

Average Rating 4 (12 Ratings)

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Price Per Person: $10-$20

Blue Plate Special: Ribs, Wilbur Beans, and anything with Famous Dave's sauces.

The Dish: Wisconsin was the site of the first Famous Dave's, and in less than ten years the outfit has spread to 21 states. Founder Dave Anderson is passionate about ribs -- he's a regular at Twin Cities barbecue competitions. He developed his recipes by spending years going from roadside rib shacks to fancy-pants restaurants looking for the perfect ribs. Famous Dave's menu also includes barbecued pork and chicken with sauces ranging from the mild Texas Pit to the spicy Devil's Spit. Portions are huge and messy. See that giant roll of paper towels on your table? You're gonna need it.

The Atmosphere: Dave designed his restaurants around the roadside rib-shack theme. Each outpost is filled with roadside memorabilia such as road signs and gas pumps, all under a canopy of Christmas lights. All locations feature a good soundtrack, with a bonus at some locations of a live stage. -- Jon Hilgers

12 Ratings and Reviews

  • Review rating : 5out of 5   PJB100 - 10/16/2008

  • WORST Ribs in town

    Review rating : 1out of 5   TWKW - 07/25/2008

    Seriously, Famous Dave's is SO overrated it's not even funny. The ribs were just awful. Do not bother. Honestly.

  • EXCELLENT

    Review rating : 1out of 5   vdbracey - 06/25/2008

    FAMOUS DAVE'S IS ONE OF THE BEST AROUND I LOOK FOR ONE EVERY WHERE I GO

  • Review rating : 5out of 5   Jerrytraxel - 06/21/2008

  • Simply the Best

    Review rating : 5out of 5   ProsperoMagician - 05/11/2008

    Their attention to great service with great food is a winner! My family loved the experience with the great BBQ and salads there is something for everyone. Well done!

  • great family restaurant

    Review rating : 5out of 5   crazyleggzmcgee - 05/10/2008

    Food is great! service is great! they always seem to go out of their way to make your visit great. I've eatten at the Waukesha store countless times. I love the BBQ Stuffed Potato! the chopped pork is to die for, and the ribs are perfect! It's a very kid friendly restaurant and they always seem to make the visit special for the kids. I highly reccommed a visit!

  • Excellent !!

    Review rating : 5out of 5   patrickcastillo4 - 05/12/2005

    Food is outstanding..service was very good..livley joint with cajun type music and loud bar area. six different BBQ sauces at each table..drinks are so..so

  • Nashville Cat

    Review rating : 5out of 5   myataman - 11/11/2004

    We ran into Daves in Nashville. It was our forst experience and were surprised it is Wis. based. Great food, fun atmosphere and excellent service. We are trying the Wis. Daves this weekend cause we love the Nashville one so much. Give it a try if you're up for outstanding ribs!!!

  • JMazola's Review

    Review rating : 4out of 5   jmazola - 07/30/2003

    we went to the one in the Dells. great food

  • MMSD69's Review

    Review rating : 5out of 5   mmsd69 - 07/28/2003

    A definite must visit BBQ joint! They finally opened a Dave's near Milwaukee. Now I don't have to go to IL or the Dells. Always busy but worth the wait. The ribs, chicken and beef brisket are great. Will be going there many more times.

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