Firewater BBQ & Brew - Elmhurst, Illinois Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Firewater BBQ & Brew in Elmhurst, Illinois, where smoky flavors and southern hospitality unite! This bustling BBQ joint, located at 635 W North Ave, serves an enticing menu that promises to satisfy meat lovers and BBQ enthusiasts alike.
The highlights include:
- Brisket: Perfectly smoked to tender perfection, a clear crowd favorite.
- Pulled Pork Ribs: Moist and flavorful, delivering an exceptional taste experience.
- Cornbread: A must-try, known for its moist texture and delightful flavor—many consider it among the best they've had.
- Wings: Crispy and flavorful, these are a highlight of every meal.
- Variety of Sauces: Guests rave about the delicious assortment available to elevate any dish.
With friendly service and a cozy atmosphere, Firewater BBQ & Brew is a culinary destination that keeps patrons returning for more delectable BBQ fare!
Homemade Desserts
Double Chocolate Caramel Brownie
3 Mini Fresh-Baked Cookies
Taffy Apple Bread Pudding With Bourbon Maple Glaze
Black Angus Beef Brisket Sandwich
Piled high on our gourmet country bun served with a choice of sauce onside. pickles and jalapenos upon request.
Smoked Chicken Sandwich
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Piled high on our gourmet country bun served with a choice of sauce onside. pickles and jalapenos upon request.
Sandwiches
Award Winning Slow-Smoked Competition Ribs
Full Slab
Our ribs are hand-picked by the grillmaster himself. Then wet rubbed, dry rubbed and slow smoked for over 4 hours. We cany em on the grill with apple juice and a light glaze of our own sweet home Chicago BBQ sauce.
Half Slab
Our ribs are hand-picked by the grillmaster himself. Then wet rubbed, dry rubbed and slow smoked for over 4 hours. We cany em on the grill with apple juice and a light glaze of our own sweet home Chicago BBQ sauce.
Mini Pork Sandwich
Mini Corn Dogs
Mini Brisket Sandwich
Chicken Nuggets
Kids Menu
Grillmaster Signature Suggestions
South Sider
Slow smoked pulled pork and angus beef brisket piled high on our signature country bun. Served with fries
Pulled Pork Cheese Fry
A heaping mound of house cut fries topped with our signature melted cheese, slow smoked pulled pork, then a trio of our buffalo, sweet home chicago and buttermilk ranch sauces
Tailgate Chicken Sammy
Marinated and smoked all white chicken breast dipped in our white lightening topped with cheddar cheese, giardiniera and our southwest ranch on a country bun. Served with fries
Smokehouse Salad
Pork chicken or brisket. A cold lettuce wedge with red onion, cucumber, diced tomato, applewood bacon, cheddar jack cheese and served with cornbread and our signature southwest ranch dressing
Grillmaster Burger
Our house blend angus burger topped with gouda, pulled pork, smoked bacon, and sweet home Chicago sauce. Served with fries
Sweet Tea
Starry 20 Oz
Mt Dew 20 Oz
Lemonade 20 Oz
Unsweet Tea
Diet Pepsi 20 Oz
Pepsi 20 Oz
Mug Rootbeer 20 Oz
Bottled Beverage
Party Platters
Thick Cut Rib Tip Platter (50 Pieces)
Meaty, smoky, and packed with BBQ flavor. These thick-cut rib tips are chopped and ready to serve — perfect for casual snacking or full plates.
Chi Town 3 Meat Party Platter (75 Pieces)
A signature trio of Firewater’s best: pulled pork, brisket, and smoked sausage. A little of everything for a lot of happy people.
Jumbo Smoked Wings Platter (50 Pieces)
Big, bold, and full of flavor. These jumbo wings are smoked to perfection and served with your choice of Firewater sauces.
Cheddar Jalapeno Brat Platter (Quarter Cut, 50 Pieces)
Smoked in-house with melty cheddar and just the right amount of jalapeno heat. Quarter cut for easy bites — a spicy fan favorite.
Baby Back Rib Platters (60 Bones)
Tender, fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs, slow-smoked and sauced with our house BBQ blend. A smoky, meaty classic everyone loves.
Boss Hog Package # 2
A meaty mix of 1 lb pulled pork, 1 lb brisket, 1 full slab of baby back ribs, 2 quarts of sides, 12 slider buns, and 1 jar of BBQ sauce. Feeds approximately 8–10 people
Lil Pig Package # 1
Includes 2 lbs of tender pulled pork, 1 quart of your favorite side, 12 slider buns, and 1 jar of our signature BBQ sauce. Feeds approximately 6–8 people
Barn Burner Package # 3
Our ultimate party pack: 2 lbs pulled pork, 2 lbs brisket, 2 full slabs of ribs (cut into 2-bone tasters), 25 jumbo smoked wings, 2 quarts of sides, 24 slider buns, and 1 jar of BBQ sauce. Feeds approximately 12–15 people