Stopped in for lunch on our way to a fishing trip. I've eaten at many other Famous Dave's and not sure if the menu changed but it seemed like fewer options? Had to special order the burnt ends as a meal but they were good. Service was good a they were very helpful!
(4)
Douglas B.
Reasonable prices, bartender attentive and quiet surroundings. Wide selection on the menu of house made menu items.
(5)
Steven C.
The service here is terrible. Never expect a drink refill. The food was OK; I had the burnt ends and ribs plate. The ribs were flavorful with plenty of meat. The burnt ends were not Southern burnt ends, despite being advertised as such. They lacked crunch and weren't from the outside of a properly smoked Boston butt, as they should be. The fries are terrible. Don't order those, unless you like soggy fries.
(2)
Roch P.
I tried to give them another chance. Last time I was there the service was pretty poor, but the food was good. This time the service was atrocious. I came in, was seated and sat for 15 minutes waiting for a server. I flagged one down and she said she was not assigned to my table but she would find my server. I then observed her and the greeter discussing how the other server didn't want to come to my side of the restaurant.I waited several minutes longer while no one came to serve me or talk to me about getting food, or even a glass of water. I ended up working out and eating somewhere else. I will not be back. Only reason for two stars was the barbecue smell
(2)
Anna H.
Service wasn't amazing, I'll say that off the bat. She was going through the motions. The food was yummy. Its never going to be the best bbq in the world but it is pretty darn tasty for being a chain. Portions are good, prices are fair and the decor is cute. We've been coming here for years and will continue to do so.
(4)
Deborah N.
After scrolling down through some of the other reviews, for this particular Famous Dave's, it was hard to get an idea whether to eat here or not. It turned out I guess we got here on a good day when the service was very good and the food was great. There were three people in our group and were seated immediately with drink order taken while we looked over the menu. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Order included ribs, brisket, salads, chili and were happy with the results. The corn muffins were very good? We have eaten at other Famous Dave's and haven't had as pleasant experience (Wisconsin Dells-which is another story). So we were glad and happy to have a good experience here.
(4)
Gary K.
Dry baby back ribs with very little meat. Not worth $17. Server asked how they were and I told him they were dry with little meat. He told me that's the way baby back ribs are suppose to be and walked away. Then he charged me $17. I will take my and my family's money elsewhere from now on.
(1)
CLINT H.
Famous Dave's BBQ is a national chain, but orifinally from Minnesota, and I was in Minnesota for work and had a hankering for some BBQ so I stopped in. This location was a typical Famous Dave's building design, nothing out of the ordinary. I ordered my go to dish there the 2-meat combo (catfish fingers and Brisket) with chili, wedge fries, and a corn muffin and a sweet tea. First thing I noticed when i recieved my food was my muffin was hard as a rock, i asked for another but again was similarily hard. It was after 8pm so I assume they weren't making any more fresh for the rest of the night. But on the bright side when I started in on the Brisket, I was pleasantly suprised. I have eaten at alot of different Famous Dave's in several different states, and this Brisket was the absolute BEST I have ever had at any Famous Dave's. It wasn't as tough as normal, it was falling apart, and the flavors were magnificaent. I asked the waitress to speak to the manager, and she thought something was wrong, but I just wanted to express my delight in the Brisket. Overall it was your typical Famous Dave's experience, but the Brisket made it all worth while.
(4)
Matt A.
Meh, average BBQ. Not a big fan anymore of the preset menu for BBQ joints. Also, their sauces seem to be a bigger hit than their actual BBQ. Their brisket was actually moist, but didn't taste like brisket. Their rib tips were a little tough, but had some decent flavor. But...where's the smoke aroma/flavor??
(2)
Johnny A.
Average Famous Dave's. Decent BBQ, but nothing to write home about.
(3)
Danger H.
For the upper Midwest, Dave's is what all other BBQ is compared to as it is the just about everywhere. Good food, good happy hour, good service. Very busy on weekends with long wait times.
(3)
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Address :4355 West Frontage Road
Owatonna, MN, 55060
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Specialities
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes
Eric L.
Stopped in for lunch on our way to a fishing trip. I've eaten at many other Famous Dave's and not sure if the menu changed but it seemed like fewer options? Had to special order the burnt ends as a meal but they were good. Service was good a they were very helpful!
(4)Douglas B.
Reasonable prices, bartender attentive and quiet surroundings. Wide selection on the menu of house made menu items.
(5)Steven C.
The service here is terrible. Never expect a drink refill. The food was OK; I had the burnt ends and ribs plate. The ribs were flavorful with plenty of meat. The burnt ends were not Southern burnt ends, despite being advertised as such. They lacked crunch and weren't from the outside of a properly smoked Boston butt, as they should be. The fries are terrible. Don't order those, unless you like soggy fries.
(2)Roch P.
I tried to give them another chance. Last time I was there the service was pretty poor, but the food was good. This time the service was atrocious. I came in, was seated and sat for 15 minutes waiting for a server. I flagged one down and she said she was not assigned to my table but she would find my server. I then observed her and the greeter discussing how the other server didn't want to come to my side of the restaurant.I waited several minutes longer while no one came to serve me or talk to me about getting food, or even a glass of water. I ended up working out and eating somewhere else. I will not be back. Only reason for two stars was the barbecue smell
(2)Anna H.
Service wasn't amazing, I'll say that off the bat. She was going through the motions. The food was yummy. Its never going to be the best bbq in the world but it is pretty darn tasty for being a chain. Portions are good, prices are fair and the decor is cute. We've been coming here for years and will continue to do so.
(4)Deborah N.
After scrolling down through some of the other reviews, for this particular Famous Dave's, it was hard to get an idea whether to eat here or not. It turned out I guess we got here on a good day when the service was very good and the food was great. There were three people in our group and were seated immediately with drink order taken while we looked over the menu. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Order included ribs, brisket, salads, chili and were happy with the results. The corn muffins were very good? We have eaten at other Famous Dave's and haven't had as pleasant experience (Wisconsin Dells-which is another story). So we were glad and happy to have a good experience here.
(4)Gary K.
Dry baby back ribs with very little meat. Not worth $17. Server asked how they were and I told him they were dry with little meat. He told me that's the way baby back ribs are suppose to be and walked away. Then he charged me $17. I will take my and my family's money elsewhere from now on.
(1)CLINT H.
Famous Dave's BBQ is a national chain, but orifinally from Minnesota, and I was in Minnesota for work and had a hankering for some BBQ so I stopped in. This location was a typical Famous Dave's building design, nothing out of the ordinary. I ordered my go to dish there the 2-meat combo (catfish fingers and Brisket) with chili, wedge fries, and a corn muffin and a sweet tea. First thing I noticed when i recieved my food was my muffin was hard as a rock, i asked for another but again was similarily hard. It was after 8pm so I assume they weren't making any more fresh for the rest of the night. But on the bright side when I started in on the Brisket, I was pleasantly suprised. I have eaten at alot of different Famous Dave's in several different states, and this Brisket was the absolute BEST I have ever had at any Famous Dave's. It wasn't as tough as normal, it was falling apart, and the flavors were magnificaent. I asked the waitress to speak to the manager, and she thought something was wrong, but I just wanted to express my delight in the Brisket. Overall it was your typical Famous Dave's experience, but the Brisket made it all worth while.
(4)Matt A.
Meh, average BBQ. Not a big fan anymore of the preset menu for BBQ joints. Also, their sauces seem to be a bigger hit than their actual BBQ. Their brisket was actually moist, but didn't taste like brisket. Their rib tips were a little tough, but had some decent flavor. But...where's the smoke aroma/flavor??
(2)Johnny A.
Average Famous Dave's. Decent BBQ, but nothing to write home about.
(3)Danger H.
For the upper Midwest, Dave's is what all other BBQ is compared to as it is the just about everywhere. Good food, good happy hour, good service. Very busy on weekends with long wait times.
(3)