Hard Knox Bbq - Springfield

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Hard Knox Bbq

Hard Knox Bbq
4.9 / 5 (177 reviews)

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Hard Knix BBQ serves soulful, tried-and-true barbecue — standout brisket, burnt ends and ribs — with a surprising variety of sides, homemade patio chips and a killer chocolate-chip cookie. Owner/pit master Alexx runs a spotless, fast and personable operation, proud of a signature sauce and generous, affordable portions. The casual, memorabilia-lined room feels welcoming even near closing; note they sometimes sell out (“open until out”). A must-visit local BBQ destination.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Stacy

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★ 4.9 / 5 from 177 reviews
justin-sinclair
19.11.2023

One of the best BBQ joints in Springfield.Priced under most in town as well.Would recommend to fellow BBQ enthusiasts

jeremy-harrison-1
19.11.2023

Not only does this place serve incredible barbecue, but the homemade patio chips are a true game changer! Alexx, the general manager and pit master, is really awesome. He’s super friendly, and you can see that he takes great pride in his work! I highly recommend Hard Knix BBQ!

mike-pattison-1
19.11.2023

We came here after leaving another BBQ spot who had run out of almost everything (Hours: Open until Out). We were met by Alex, who was everything: waiter, smoke-master, chief cook and bottle washer, etc. He was great, the meat was great (burnt ends and ribs), the sides were great (beans Mac and cheese). Highly recommended!!!

stacy-d-bird1
19.11.2023

I was initially going to another BBQ joint in Springfield until the sign read out of food see you tomorrow . Well I wanted some fall of the bone barbecue TODAY. I 'm glad that place ran out though, because I would 've never stopped at this place and met Alex who was super personable and took care of our order. The place was immaculately clean with a hint of Mike Tyson memorabilia and decor. Barbecue crisscrosses cultures like grill marks on a marbled rib eye steak. People in all corners of the world have harnessed flames to cook food slow roasted pig in banana leaf lined pits, skewered meat caramelized over hot coals. I typically categorize BBQ as tried and true traditions or contemporary approaches. After taking a bite into my link sandwich with their spicy sauce, I realized this place was definitely tried and true! Bought something for the whole family for less than $40!

john-stockton-1
19.11.2023

Some really good smoked meat. The sides were delicious as well and the chocolate chip cookies were delicious.

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