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Famous Dave's - Aurora, Aurora, CO

Famous Dave's - Aurora

4.0
4
49 Reviews
$30 and under
American
WELCOME TO THE LONGEST-RUNNING BACKYARD BBQ PARTY IN HISTORY! We serve amazing BBQ to friends and fellow food lovers. Reserve your seat now and join the best BBQ party in Colorado.

MADE-FROM-SCRATCH GOODNESS! A passion for authentic BBQ is behind everything we do. We start with top quality meats, hand-rub them with fresh spices, and slow-cook them to perfection.

FAMOUS DAVE: HE’S THE REAL DEAL! Raised by Southern-born BBQ lovers in a world of street-corner barrel smokers, Famous Dave spent 25 years visiting thousands of BBQ joints. After decades pulling his own all-night cooking sessions, he felt he was ready to open his own BBQ place in 1994.

AMERICA’S MOST AWARD-WINNING RESTAURANT! Our passion for BBQ is famous! We’re honored to be consistently chosen as America’s favorite BBQ restaurant. We also like heading out to competitions and putting our BBQ up against what the other elite pitmasters are cooking. To date, we’ve won more than 700 awards!

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2 people

7:00 PM


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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Barbecue, Burgers

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (303) 396-6227

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

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What 49 people are saying

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4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Horrible and slow service. Every single one of the kids hosting had no idea what was going on.
  2. CarolynR

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Since we did not order $200 in food, what we received did not look at all like the pictures. Serving sizes for sides are small. The open faced sandwiches to be served on Texas Toast were served on slices of bread. I left a sizeable tip for the great waiter we had but that had nothing to do with the food itself.
  3. Pearl

    Denver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Service was excellent. Our waiter was very attentive and the mangement very friendly.
  4. DestN

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The mashed potatoes and fries were amazing. Same with the muffins given to us.
  5. ColleenD

    Denver

    39 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Feast for 2 ribs and brisket came sauced…BBQ no no! Why provide a table full of sauce options when you serving a huge dinner plate sauced? On the positive, our server was on point 😎
  6. MichaelG

    Denver

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Service was very good - attentive hosts and waiters. Food was pretty mediocre as far as BBQ goes…
  7. Lifespeed81

    Denver

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was excellent, everyone was very friendly and accommodating. Food was great, everything is recommended!
  8. Skyqueenden

    Denver

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The pulled BBQ Chicken salad does not need dressing. It was too soggy.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on March 4, 2022Skyqueenden - We always appreciate feedback, and hope you'll consider dining with us again in the future.

  9. Mark

    Denver

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2022

    overall3food1service4ambience3
    The rib tips are inconsistent. Some weeks they’re moist and seasoned well, or like last night where they were dry and closer to jerky than meaty rib tips. Very disappointed.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on February 7, 2022Mark - We're sorry to hear that. We pride ourselves on our legendary BBQ, and strive to make sure every order lives up to the hype. We'll discuss these issues with our team, and hope you'll consider giving Famous Dave's a second chance.

  10. STEVEH

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2022

    overall4food2service4ambience3
    Food was a little cold, don't know if it was the food or the air temperature of the restraint itself

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on January 24, 2022STEVEH - Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We'll be sure to let the team know.

  11. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 5, 2021

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    The food quality has really gone down. The service wasn’t any better. We had one drink the whole night. We weren’t asked once if we needed more drinks or if the food was good. Only time we saw the waitress was when we were ready to leave and needed a box.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on December 13, 2021We're committed to providing exceptional service, and are sorry to hear we missed the mark here. We hope you'll consider giving Famous Dave's a second chance.

  12. HungryPlaygoer

    Denver

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious barbecue, variety of meats, variety of sauces, variety of sides, many ordering options.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on November 23, 2021HungryPlaygoer - Glad to hear it! We appreciate the review.

  13. KHall

    Denver

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2021

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    My childs food wasn't cooked all the way. My food got cold while i had to wait for several minutes for extra plates. I had them remake my child's food it didn't come back out until we were already done eating. Honestly i wasn't impressed with the overall experience and won't be going back.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on October 29, 2021KHall - We're committed to providing exceptional service, and are sorry to hear we missed the mark here. We hope you'll consider giving Famous Dave's a second chance.

  14. TomE

    Denver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We sat in the bar and again enjoyed our dining experience. Bar tenders were busy but engaging and service was within acceptable timeframe. Our orders were made, again within acceptable time. Burnt Ends came out quickly (sooo good) and soon followed by the dinner. No complaints.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on September 28, 2021TomE - Thanks for the review! Hope to see you again soon.

  15. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Famous Dave's does not use open table any longer. Made the reservation and showed up and had to wait 20mins for a table.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on September 21, 2021Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We'll be sure to let the team know.

  16. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Thanks bar tender was great

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on September 7, 2021Thanks for the review! Hope to see you again soon.

  17. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Restaurant was very clean and food was served fast and hot. Great staff.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on August 3, 2021That's what we like to hear! Thanks for stopping by.

  18. ConnieM

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The wait time was minimal, amount of time to get our order was prompt. The food was delicious and served hot. I would definitely go again.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on July 30, 2021ConnieM - Thanks for the review! Hope to see you again soon.

  19. DavidD

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 31, 2021

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    How does a Bbq place run out of ribs? Disappointed we ordered something else, but as we left, were surprised to see a table in the bar area enjoying an order of ribs? Upon asking we were told you had magically received the ribs just moments before after telling us there would be none until tomorrow. We could have waited too.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on June 1, 2021DavidD - We're committed to providing exceptional service, and are sorry to hear that you weren't able to enjoy our award-winning St. Louis-Style Spareribs. We hope you'll consider giving Famous Dave's a second chance.

  20. LadyPurple

    Alabama

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Our first dinner at Famous Dave's since COVID hit felt like a guilty pleasure! Our table was ready at the time of our reservation, and service was prompt. Although we had enjoyed dinner there before, everything tasted fresher and even more delicious this time. The Feast for Two is, in essence, four meals for us with leftovers and, thus, a terrific deal. Thanks, y'all. We'll be back!

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on April 20, 2021LadyPurple - Welcome back! Thanks for the kind review.

  21. Beth

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good quality food, reasonably priced. Nice family restaurant

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on March 26, 2021Beth - Good friends and great barbecue are at the heart of everything we do! We always appreciate comments like these.

  22. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious. Plenty of food and great customer service.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place and food Nice server

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on March 11, 2021That's what we like to hear! Thanks for stopping by.

  24. MarkA

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great BBQ. Attentive and appreciated the complementary birthday dessert.

    Famous Dave's - AuroraResponded on February 8, 2021Happy Birthday, and thanks for the review! Hope to see you again soon.

  25. Jollijoy

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2021

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Restaurant was closed for dine in. They should keep all sites updated regarding important information such as that instead of luring people in
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always awesome!
  27. kcrc

    Denver

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2020

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Waiter was great. He made some good suggestions and was very good
  28. PeterC

    Denver

    16 reviews

    1.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Arrived and were told the system was down but it would take a moment longer. Ordered drinks. Server came back and to us and said it was going to be a little longer to get drinks. Friends arrived and no one came over to check on them. Whatever happened to using paper and pencil. We left.
  29. JackieP

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We got the garbage can lid and it was fantastic. Had enough to take a little home. Will definitely go back
  30. Hozer

    Denver

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great bbq would go back in a country minute. Service was great.
  31. Pudge1020

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2019

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We love the food and drinks from this place. The burnt ends are delicious and the wilbur beans a favorite. If you love smoked turkey, get in here!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server, Jessie I believe (she’s pregnant), was incredible!!! Can’t say enough great things about her service with our party of 7. Thank you!!
  33. JeffW

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Went to famous Dave's to celebrate our anniversary. Food was excellent
  34. FatBoyOnADiet

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 16, 2019

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    It’s about average for a barbecue place. I’d recommend sharing one of the feast options with several people so everyone gets to try it all. Nothing blew me away, but it was all decent.
  35. MarcM

    Las Vegas

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good BBQ as usual. We got the family platter with a little of everything and a full rack of ribs. Great happy hour snacks as well
  36. Ace2468

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 18, 2019

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Ribs were overcooked and dry. Buns on sandwiches were obviously left out for too long and were distractedly dry. This was our second visit to Famous Dave's (first was at Stapleton a few years ago) and we won't be back to this location.
  37. LisaM

    Denver

    9 reviews

    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2019

    overall1food3service3ambience2
    We were seated right away since we had a reservation at 4, waitress was friendly took our order brought Drinks, and it was one hour and 10 minutes later we got our food, about 40 minutes in she explained that she had had a tiff with the line Cook, and then she said her ticket was lost , then she brought a paper plate full of old potato chips , the ribs were dry it was obviously a mass production of food shoved into small cups will never go there again.
  38. KarenR

    Denver

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2019

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    Fathers Day
  39. jodyb

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 14, 2019

    overall4food3service4ambience2
    I would would probably recommend, the food was good. Not quite as good as I remembered. The server was VERY nice and efficient. With the openness it was pretty noisy and made conversation a little difficult. Over all, GOOD, not great. Would probably go again.
  40. NicoleE

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jared did an excellent job. We had a party of 6 + an infant. He kept our drinks filled. When it was time for our food to be served, I felt we all got our food at the same. He had 3 of his coworkers helping serve, it was great! I felt no one was left waiting for their food! ❤️

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You can order delivery directly from Famous Dave's - Aurora using the Order Online button. Famous Dave's - Aurora also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 396-6227.

Famous Dave's - Aurora is rated 4 stars by 49 OpenTable diners.

Famous Dave's - Aurora does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


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Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Famous Dave's - Aurora

15725 E Briarwood Cir, Aurora, CO 80016-1562

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Englewood

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Barbecue, Burgers

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

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