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Dinosaur Bbq is a three star restaurant in Rochester. Know before you go: this place features great views. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive. This place features a full bar.
5.0 of 5 stars.
Even my southern-born-and-bred bbq-snob husband thinks the food here rocks. It's a must-stop location for any visitor, and a tried and true favorite for locals.
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
HANDS DOWN THE BEST MACARONI SALAD EVER.The food is almost always worth the wait. You just have to know the best times to go, though. It's definitely not as busy during the colder seasons, for obvious...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The worst place I have ever been stuck in traffic is in front of Dinosaur Bar-B-Que. Their smoke pits waft right out into the streets and leave you wishing you didn't have other dinner plans!My...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great BBQ at a great location. I usually visit at lunch.
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dinosaur BBQ...oh how u make me crave for your ribs like how a T-Rex yearns to rip into a Brontosaurus, a Triceratops or a Pterodactyl! It is a biker bar and so the main persona that is played here is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's purty darn good although their brisket is nothing to go crazy about. Best were their ribs, they had a nice smoke ring, were tender, and had a beautiful bark on'em. Their pulled pork was nice...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dinosaur is by far the best BBQ I have ever had. I've lived in the south and have had plenty of bbq, but Dinosaur is my all time favorite. This pulled pork sandwich is great as long as you add on...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yes, it was good. the ribs and the sides were all excellent.stay away from the chicken(inconsistent).i ate there three times while i was in town.very very friendly service too!you should check this...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I lived up in Rochester for 4 months for work and my coworkers would come every single week, I would join in once in awhile since I only ate seafood at the time. They had one fish item on the menu...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best macaroni salad ever! The food was very reasonable and the portions are amazing. Great food, a must try!
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
dinosaur BBQ oh how i love and miss you:( yes, we have every cuisine imaginable to choose from here in northern california, including a handful of BBQ options.. but no BBQ i've eaten comes anywhere...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to this restaurant regularly for over 4 years. Every single time I go here, the service is good (and sometimes it's fantastic). Every single time I go here, the food is excellent....
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I'm the Texan who doesn't really care much for BBQ (because my pops cooked it all the time and I got sick of it) but I went here because I was in Rochester for work and there's not much else to do....
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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As an employee of Dinosaur BBQ I have to inform you that the building has a serious M0use infestation problem. The restaurant itself has gone through 3 different extermination companies to rid the building of...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent BBQ and Atmosphere in Rochester NYDinosaur Barbeque is a Rochester icon. Caters to everyone from bikers to businessmen.Service is usually fast - tough to get to bar when very busy and the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best ribs I've ever had, hands down.
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I travel to Rochester regularly for work, whenever I am in town I always try to get to Dinosaur. I am partial to ribs, especially pork ribs. The ones here are tasty, tender, meaty, and sighfully...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm pretty sure they put some sort of controlled substance in their pulled pork. There's no other way to explain the intense cravings.
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice, and have always gotten the sweetheart deal for two. It comes with a full slab of ribs, and four side orders. I really like the scalloped potatoes, mac salad, chili, and fries....
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always get Texas brisket plate, french fries, and chili with cheese. And it's never disappointing. We always bring visitors to Dinosaur as it's pretty much a guaranteed success.The sauces are...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I loved the BBQ here! I was on business and got extra time before heading home from ROC. I had the combo of ribs, chicken and substitued brisket with pulled pork. Everything was fabulous. Nice...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Be forewarned: the bottles of hot sauce do not have those plastic lids that allow only small drops to fall on your food! I made the mistake of turning the bottle over and put hot sauce all OVER my...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pretty happening. The food, sauces, and sweet tea are great. I tried the chicken, ribs, and bbq brisket, all of them where excellent! I highly recommend this place.
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BBQ is D-D-licious! One clown gave Dinosaur only one star and then said only tourists go there. BS! I grew up in the ROC and Dinosaur is a staple like Wegmans. I could understand giving D-BBQ one star...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a Dinosaur fan! I love the Roch. location because of how big and spacious it is compared to the Syracuse location, can't speak for NYC. Since there are so many reviews I am writing about the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've already reviewed the location in NYC (West Harlem to be exact). The Dino BBQ in Syracuse I have yet to review. 2 out of 3 ain't bad though. Both locations are nearly identical in decor and in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After all the time they've been in Rochester, they're still the best bbq around.Sure, on rare occasion, one of the sides or main plates is a little less than you expected. But overall, it's a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The main courses at Dinosaur are generally consistent and good -- although Sticky Lips (the other big BBQ restaurant in Rochester) has a more diverse menu and is definately a better choice if you are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This BBQ joint is no joke! The pulled pork is as serious as it gets, and the WANGO TANGO sauce is tops. Portion sizes are hefty, and meals come with several sides. Used to have some great live music...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came to to Rochester on a business trip. Some of my associates were browsing a hotel list and discussing the possibility of some crap chain. thats when i couldn't leave fate to anything but yelp. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"Dear God,I realize it's been some time since I have communicated with you, but I have a special request. I would like to be reincarnated with a hinge top head and a bottomless stomach. Oh, and I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say I was extremely impressed, not just with the food, servers, and atmosphere, but with the extensive beer list. Pouring a wide arrange of beers on-tap from the local breweries to the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've visited a friend in Rochester several times in the last couple of years, and twice he's taken me to Dinosaur Bar-B-Que. Now when he wants to get a rise out of me, all he has to say is, "Big Ass...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Two of my greatest loves, good food and live music, blended into one. Oh happy day. Gotta say, I never would have thought a biker bar would be one of my favorite places to hang out, but here it is. I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place, vibe, food, music...everything. I always order a pulled pork sandwich and 2 sides, but if I go more than once/month, I only get sides because the platters are so filling. We always take...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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Let's be fair here folks. Dinosaur is not great as many of you have said. The food is decent tasting but the price is high. Honestly the last ribs I got there were dry. I got better ribs from Country Sweet. No...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love Dino. The place is always packed, but it's worth the wait. I like the loud and busy vibe of the place. Any kind of BBQ you like they probably have and if you're not sure what you want go for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You know its a good restaurant when the mere mention of it activates my saliva glands.I love the food here. The chili on the half shell nachos, the garlic wings, and the side of fresh made mac and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The atmosphere is the only thing that really makes the place and even this is highly strained... They reach for this rowdy honky-tonk type of fun bar vibe but in truth they are just another tame...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dinosaur packs it in and with good reason - they've consistently are serving up some of the most flavorful barbeque not just in Rochester but on the East Coast, and then some. My friends and I went on...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've never had a bite to eat there, but it pretty much kicks ass as a music venue. No place else in Rochester gets a steady stream of honky tonk, blues, and rockabilly acts and brings them to you for...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The 747 of wings! I've had their dry ribs and tasteless sides in the city so I knew the only thing good are the wings. Its jumbo sized and saucy. My favorite is the creole mustard and wango tango. I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say? I loves me some Dinosaur.I first discovered the Dinosaur while attending S.U. and I have to say, the original location is still the best. I love Rochester's building. It is much...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Dinosaur, you try too damn hard. Yes, the kitchy juke joint memorabilia on the walls is a nice touch, but focus on the food.Every time I've been here the meat is dry, the fried green tomatoes are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pretty damn good, but there are some other good BBQ places in Rochester (Beale Street, Sticky Lips). This place is by no means the holy grail of BBQ that some in Rochester make it out...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well, the BBQ is good, but it isn't the best. It's definitely a cute restaurant with some good ole' Southern food, but the catfish appetizer was a bit swampy, the fried green tomatoes were not...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best BBQ around. The place is jumpin' when there's live music. Awesome atmosphere, open and friendly people. Cool motorcycles.Stay away if you have more than four in your party, though. The wait...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ah yes, This is the location where I first experienced the wonder of it all. I loved my visit to the New York location but Rochester holds the crown. This was my third time at a Dino establishment and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I used to live in Rochester, and this was one of my favorite restaurants. And to be quite honest, I still haven't found a barbeque joint that even comes close to compairing. EVERYTHING HERE IS GOOD....
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are a few things I look forward to during my tri-yearly trips to Rochester (I'm from San Francisco). Dinosaur BBQ is easily one of them. I have loved BBQ for years, and never have I had BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Mmmm! I know when I go back to visit Rochester I will definitely be stopping here. The food was always great - wonderful meats! The only downer to this restaurant is that it is sometimes SO loud...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Neat location, wonderful wings, wonderful pulled pork sandwich (carolina style my favourite). Who knew there was good bbq up here?
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2006
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My Husband and I have been eating at the Dinosaur BBQ For over 5 years, and we absolutely love it. The Service is wonderful, we have made good friends with many of the employees there. They also were used when...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome BBQ, amazing considering the location. Having a father from the south and having tried BBQ from many different locations, having both of us like it says something about this place. Cool...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2006
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Dinosaur99 Court StreetRochester NYhttp://www.dinosaurbarbque.com/Rochester has been a buzz about barbeque. We just had another restaurant in the area open and have several scattered aroun...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Here's the best thing about Dino BBQ -- They have sweet tea, southern style sweet iced tea. Sometimes I want to go there just for that. But the food is like heaven on a plate, too. Just thinking of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Joe Beard, down-to-earth staff, BBQ at it's best.and prices are so-so, the wait is not cool, eating outside kinda sucks.Here's a super-hint: If you have a big group of people, instead of waiting 1...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2006
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Great BBQ, location, and casual ambience. Absolutely everything we had to eat was delicious, including creole mustard chicken wings, ribs, roasted corn, and BBQ beans. The beer selection was impressive, served...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The thickest and juciest ribs I have ever eaten. Some of the sauces were the hottest my wife has ever tasted. The wait was 90 minutes. There is metered parking on the streets.
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2006
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I LOVE DINO. FROM THE MINUTE I WALKED IN, THE SERVICE ROCKED. I WAS SEATED PROMPTLY, THE FOOD WAS NICE & HOT. BEST BBQ I'VE EVER HAD. LIVE BLUES & COLD BOOZE - JUST INCREDIBLE. HAD A GREAT TIME. IT'S NICE TO...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/12/2006
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We've lived here for a few years and finally got around to trying Dinosaur. Yum!! We loved it and have been back a few times for more. The sauce is SO good. It is always packed when we have gone by, s...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/05/2006
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My college roommate lived in Rochester and she ranted and raved about this place to me for years. When I visited her in Rochester recently we made out way here. I have to say this is some amazing bbq....
judysbook.com - user review - 04/02/2006
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This is a biker establishment but that is not a bad thing because it has turned into place for everyone to frequent. This place has some of the best bbq in the northeast. The place gets extremely busy...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/27/2006
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The dinosaur BBQ is the best BBQ restaurant I have been to. The food is amazing and it is not that expensive. This place is always packed, whether it is lunch or dinner, so plan on waiting for a table...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/22/2006
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This is the only place to go for BBQ in the Rochester area. You do need to get their early or be prepared to wait. And it is worth the wait! My favorite is the pulled pork. They make their own sau...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/21/2006
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I went to Dinosaur because of city search's high rating. I can't believe this restaurant get 9.1 point. We ordered chicken wings and barbecue ribs got burned and mixed with sauce. My friend and I should remove...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/14/2006
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The only problem you'll have with this restaurant is getting there early so you can get a table for lunch. The cooker is out in the parking lot, warming up your senses before you even walk in. T...
judysbook.com - user review - 12/31/2005
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This place is amazing, probably my most favorite BBQ place to eat. The wings by far are the best in Rochester. You can pick up the wing and it just falls apart in your mouth. When I go there I get ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/24/2005
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Dinosaurs is a great place to go for some of the best bbq in New York. The food is just great. They have their own bbq sauce which is excellent. The pulled pork is the best I have had. The atmosphere ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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This is the perfect place to get a great Barbecue in Rochester. The food is great, especially the pulled pork. Parking isn't real good, and it gets pretty packed in there sometimes. They are very g...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/16/2005
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If you are craving some good 'ol Bar-b-qued chicken or pork, with some homemade sides, this is your stop. The food is excellent, no matter what you get, and the variety is top notch too for that pick...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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You can always have a good time here. The entertainment value for the price is very good. Parking is hard to come by but the people are great. Highly recommended for all looking for a good time at ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/13/2005
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Okay..it is a "biker bar" but you see a lot of families and the food is outstanding. It is some of the best barbeque and all of the sides are terrific. I can never decide what to have - good thing t...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/08/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, it can be crowded, and during the day much of that crowd can be of the yuppified office-worker set, but any place that happens to have great food downtown is going to have that issue. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2005
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Dinosaur is flat out the best BBQ in Rochester, but because of that, the place is always packed. Well worth the wait.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/26/2003
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if you're in rochester, definately check out dinosaur. famous for their food. be prepared to wait very long for a table during peak hours. once seated, you'll be happy you waited. parking on the street can be...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2003
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The Bar-b-que sauce is excelent. I love the old building, it makes the whole experience complete. The staff is fast and efficient. I will definately visit again the next time I'm in Rochester. There is usually...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/14/2003
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Wonderful food, the ribs are amazing, and great value for money. Have to watch out what time you go, as can become very busy and crowded and wait times can be long, but all a good testiment to how great the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2003
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The taste of the BBQ is outstanding. The portions are large. Great display of vintage and good looking motorcycles. It is like a walk back in time. It is a little crowded. Once you sit and start eating you...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2003
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The long wait is well worth it! It's a great place to go year round and you never know what the crowd is going to be like. It's all part of the Dinosaur experience.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2002
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best barbeque in the northeast!!!
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um yeah, it's more than bbq !
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