Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
“My go-to meal here is the Memphis pulled pork sandwich- the meat is always tender, the slaw has a nice bite to it, and the roll is always soft.”
“This location is a quick walk from Penn-station and a must stop before or after any events at the Prudential Center”
“One quick whiff immediately sends your mouth watering, so without delay I went ahead and popped that Dino BBQ cherry.”
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Nice place. But little cold inside. Love the decor and the sevice was in point. Spacious place where ever you are seated.
The ribs were meaty and tasty..I like the runs best. The tango sauce was very good. Not to hit but it has a kick to it. The bbq beans was good. But the greens was without taste. The sweet tea was a very good beverage. Not to sweet and still a good taste with the lemon in it.
I can see myself returning. For the guys. Be careful. There is much eye candy for a guys hang out moment.
Get ready to rib-rack 'n' roll!
Been waiting to try this one out for a while, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que of Newark, located right next to the Prudential Center, definitely brings your protein intake up to snuff with that of The Rock. Stepping in from the street the eclectic atmosphere of Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is very open with an earthy-tone texture to the walls and a sizable bar right in front of you as soon as you step in, boasting 27 different beers and local and exclusive micro brews. I would have loved to have seen them all for some pairing suggestions with the menu options as a few I was not familiar with but unfortunately that was not the case and had pair things I knew of instead of trying something new. The staff was very kind and ready to take your order, making all suggestions as needed for how much you might want to eat as to not overindulge upon the savory feast you are about to have.
Opting to go with a 3-meat combo of pulled pork, brisket, and spare ribs; the slow cooked and smoked meats of Dinosaur made for some of the tender and mouthwatering chow, topped with a savory sauces that is only met by true Southern cooking styles. The gravy and sauce were not over abundant, giving you the real texture and essence from the proteins. We paired-off with a few side dishes of some very cheesy mac and cheese not to mention cornbread (worth murdering for) and a broccoli and celery coleslaw cold bowl that had an interesting zing to it but without being a big celery fan, I left it alone for the most part.
The beer prices are certainly reasonable ranging between 3 – $7 a piece but they do offer bucket prices as well which can save you a buck or two if you're ordering for a group. The service is fantastic and now they have lots of to choose from as well. If you're coming up to the Prudential Center, I would highly recommend making plans to stop in to Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, offering specials for pre-game beverages plus the most delectable food option you are going to find.
I usually come here when I am around the neighborhood to either grab a drink from their great selection of beer or for their jumbo wings. I enjoy the jumbo wings with the wango tango sauce and home-made ranch sauce on the side. I don't really eat anything else here besides the wings because I'm not a big fan of BBQ food. I am sure the other food here are just as great as the wings. Our server, Leanna, was friendly and enthusiastic. She knows how to treat customers with the utmost respect and makes sure your food comes out in a timely manner. She gives great recommendations for food and drinks that compliments the food. I would recommend her to be your server. And let's not forget the hilarious bartender, Kareem.
We had take out for my nephew's birthday. They delivered to Montclair, which was awesome, and they were on time with the correct, exceptionally large, order. And of course, the food was delicious. The Mac and cheese was a bit hit with the littles, and the pulled pork was a favorite with the parents. The baked beans are my favorite – they aren't sweet. Just as good as the Syracuse one I grew up with.
Dinosaur BBQ has a clutch location, right outside the Prudential Center. They definitely get awesome foot traffic from all the events that are held there. It's a pretty big space, larger than I thought it was just by looking outside. They do some happy hour specials until 7PM but you have to be seated at the bar or high tops to take advantage.
The menu itself is really big and there's plenty of options to please any crowd. They have a pretty good beer selection as well. I went with the you pick combination, with 2 choices. This platter is accompanied with your choice of 2 sides and cornbread. I decided I had to try the ribs and for my second choice I picked the 1/4 chicken and requested breast meat. My sides were the creamy coleslaw and mashed potatoes with gravy. The food as a whole was just ok. The ribs were not meaty at all and the little meat that was there was not fall off the bone edible. It took some work to get that meat off. The flavor of the sauce was very good though. The chicken was the highlight of the dish, it was moist and flavorful. The sides were blahhhhhh, coleslaw was good but not creamy and the mashed potatoes were pretty bland and tasteless.
My dad got the BBQ catfish and sweet potatoes with potato salad. I tried both of his sides and they were awesome, guess I know for next time (if there ever is a next time). Didn't get a chance to taste the catfish but my dad said it was good.
I wouldn't rush back here but I also wouldn't avoid it, like I said earlier, the location is key for Dinosaur BBQ. People like conveience.
French fries, French fries! I came here during KCON NY for a salad and ended up trying some of my friends froes. They were delicious. My salad was okay but I was a bit grumpy that they didn't have Cesar salad. Ah well. Next time I will add fries to my meal.
Also they have some really strong drinks, lol.
We came across this place while looking for a place to have lunch before a show at Prudential Center. The location cannot be beat it's just a step away. We were seated promptly it last a pretty large place and reminded me of a BBQ like setting that you would see in Texas. The menu has a variety of ideas. The BBQ chicken is delicious!! Each meal comes with your choice of sides. They also offer a large variety of drinks.
We came about an hour and a half before the show and this place was pretty crowded however, they had as in and out with perfect timing!
Great place for kids and groups.
I had Dinosaur BBQ over three years ago at a corporate catering event. From that day I knew Dinosaur BBQ had something good. I finally visited the holy Oasis of slow cooked spice encrusted meat Palace and was instantly reminded why I enjoy barbecue so much .
I ordered the create your own three meats platter consisting of ribs you peel shrimp and pulled pork. Pulled pork is something not all places do well! dinosaur does a good job at it and an even better job at the ribs. If you enjoy your barbecue with sweet and spicy sauces then you are in for a treat. Also they did a great job on the starter of wings. I ordered mine plain, sauce on the side. the wings where crispy and hot.
The sides were turkey neck greens and whipped sweet potato. The greens we're amazing. I could have had 5 more orders of the greens!!. I would have happily traded the dull sweet potatoes for greens. I just love their dreams!
Unfortunately their cornbread was not available. We were told the batch was wrong . Not quite sure how that happens at a place that makes the same batches of cornbread day in and day out but I will not judge . I was disappointed by this and must get some the next time I go and there will be a next time, best believe that!
Our server was very friendly, funny , accurate and nice.
They also have a decent bar area with tons of beers on tap, craft beers, domestics for all. BBQ & Beers pre or post Prudential Center games in Newark? What do you have to lose