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GRUB BBQ

3.8(6)· Google3.8 out of 5 from 6 reviews (Google rating)BBQ Restaurant Briarwood / South StateOpen now · closes 10:00 PM
Open now · closes 10:00 PM

About GRUB BBQ

GRUB BBQ is a barbecue restaurant at 3500 S State St in Ann Arbor, MI, with house-smoked meats at the center of its offering. Relish’s description presents Grub BBQ as the work of its executive chef and pairs the barbecue with an entirely local craft beer selection. The restaurant serves alcohol and has an on-site bar, with lunch and dinner available for dine-in or takeout.

The setting is casual, and the listed offerings include comfort food and quick bites. Fast service, lunch, dinner, and solo dining are among its noted attributes. Practical amenities include free street parking, Wi-Fi, and restrooms, and debit cards are accepted. Dogs are allowed outside. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are listed as wheelchair accessible. Reservations are not accepted. Its Google rating is 3.8 out of 5, based on six reviews—a small review sample.

Known for

  • House-smoked barbecue
  • Entirely local craft beer selection
  • Casual lunch and dinner
  • Dine-in and takeout
  • Dogs allowed outside

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Underwhelming. Maybe it was not fresh. Might have to catch them right after smoking.”

    — Gerardo Longoria, July 23, 2025 · google

  • “It goes by another name "Relish" inside the hotel. It is just an empty bar. I immediately turned away and ate elsewhere.”

    — Robert Wolf, March 28, 2024 · google

  • “Very good BBQ, everything had lots of flavor and was smoked very well. I'd recommend if anyone is looking to try some quality BBQ on the go.”

    — Daniel Asher, August 9, 2023 · google

  • “Best ribs and chicken I ever had and the head chef is a really nice guy”

    — Kevin Bray, June 28, 2023 · google

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