Dinosaur BBQ Harlem has become a true NYC barbecue landmark, but its story began far from the city. Founded by John Stage in 1983 as a mobile BBQ stand traveling to motorcycle festivals, the brand’s smoky legacy started in Syracuse before expanding to Rochester, Buffalo, Brooklyn, and eventually Harlem. As the community embraced its bold flavors and laid-back biker-bar vibe, the Dinosaur BBQ Harlem menu evolved from simple roadside ribs to a full lineup of soulful, slow-smoked favorites that New Yorkers can’t get enough of.
Eventually, the restaurant gained popularity for its tender brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and signature sauces—each dish staying true to Stage’s original pit-smoking philosophy.
But what many fans don’t know is that there’s a small but loyal following obsessed with the Dinosaur BBQ Harlem secret menu, where hidden gems like off-menu sandwich mashups and extra-smoky rib cuts quietly live.
Even today, the restaurant’s original signature item—those classic, perfectly seasoned ribs—remains a beloved staple. And for those willing to explore deeper, the Harlem location still hides a few smoky surprises waiting to be discovered.
Dinosaur BBQ Harlem Menu (Full Update Menu 2026)
Entrees – Harlem
Item
Note
Price
1/4 Rack Ribs
St. Louis Ribs, Dry Rubbed and Slow Smoked, Lightly Glazed with Our Original …
$17.50
1/2 Rack Ribs
St. Louis Ribs, Dry Rubbed and Slow Smoked, Lightly Glazed with Our Original …
$25.00
3/4 Rack Ribs
St. Louis Ribs, Dry Rubbed and Slow Smoked, Lightly Glazed with Our Original …
$34.00
Full Rack Ribs
St. Louis Ribs, Dry Rubbed and Slow Smoked, Lightly Glazed with Our Original …
$41.00
Sweetheart
Full rack of ribs + 4 homemade sides. GF
$46.00
Korean Beef Ribs
Marinated for 24 hours in soy, garlic & sesame, then slow pit-smoked, drizzled wi…
$38.00
Big Ass Pork Plate
Hand pulled pork shoulder, original sauce, piled high with house-cured pickles. GF
$21.00
Brisket Plate
30 day aged Prime beef, hand sliced, lean and moist with pickled onion & jalapeños…
$29.50
Cajun Fried Catfish Entrée
Crispy cornmeal crusted, cajun spiced with black-eyed pea relish and tartar sauce
$20.50
Tres Ninos
A Petite Sampling of Brisket, Ribs and Pork. GF
$22.00
2 Meat Combo
Be your Own Pit Boss. Choose your Meats, Includes Two Homemade Sides and…
$27.00
3 Meat Combo
Be your Own Pit Boss. Choose your Meats, Includes Two Homemade Sides and…
$33.00
1/2 Family Style Package
Serves 2–3. 1/2 Chicken, 1/2 Rack of Ribs, 1/2 Pound Brisket or Pork, Two Sides…
$54.00
Family Style Package
Serves 4–6. Whole Chicken, Full Rack of Ribs, One Pound Brisket or Pork, Three…
$104.00
Appetizers – Harlem
Item
Note
Price
6 Bar-B-Que Wings
Spice-rubbed, pit-smoked, grill finished, with blue cheese dressing & celery. GF
$13.50
13 Bar-B-Que Wings
Spice-rubbed, pit-smoked, grill finished, with blue cheese dressing & celery. GF
