Robinison's #1 Ribs

655 W. Armitage Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Tel: (312) 337-1399

Official Website:
www.rib1.com

Hours:
Tuesday - Thursday: 4 a.m.- 9:30 p.m..
Friday: 4 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Saturday: 2 p.m. - 10:30 p. m.
Sunday: Closed

At Robinson's, your opinion of the experience will likely depend on which way your barbecue tastes lean. It may seem a tad presumptuous, but the name of this barbecue joint is actually inspired by a legitimate, albeit outdated, ranking garnered from Mike Royko's 1984 rib-fest.

Almost a de facto take-out joint thanks to a small storefront space and little attention paid to comfort on the interior, Robinson's nevertheless has a nice patio out back that serves its purpose in good weather. However, for most true rib aficionados, you could be distributing the goods from a dumpster as long as the sauce makes the cut, which may be why Robinson's containers are so easy to spot at the comfort and convenience-challenged environment of Taste of Chicago. Tangy to the brink of vinegary, the ribs here will unquestionably get your mouth watering, but diners craving a hefty, smoky taste will leave unfulfilled. Nevertheless, the meat is tender and juicy, and the smell is hard to pass up as it wafts out onto the street. BYOB, with a corkage fee on a case-by-case basis.

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