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Some of the best BBQ I’ve found in the state

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Hours of Operation

(opening for 2024 season – April 19)

​April-May: Fri-Sat 11am-7pm

June-Oct: Wed-Sat 11am-7pm

Nov-Dec: Thu-Sat 11am-7pm

Welcome to Big Dan's BBQ in Catawissa, PA

Meet The Pitmaster

Welcome to Big Dan's BBQ, where passion meets perfection in every bite. From backyard beginnings to a beloved roadside stand, our journey has been fueled by a love for authentic southern-style barbecue. Learn more about our story and how we've grown to become a favorite destination for locals and out-of-town visitors alike.

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Eat In or Take Out

At Big Dan's BBQ every dish is slow-smoked to perfection and bursting with flavor! From our tender pulled pork and brisket to our mouthwatering BBQ bowls and savory sides, we've got something to satisfy every craving. Check out our full menu for all the delicious details and plan your visit today!

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BBQ CATERING OPTIONS

Host the ultimate BBQ gathering with Big Dan's Catering! Choose from our three mouthwatering packages - The Simple, The Sampler, or The Supreme - each offering a delicious selection of meats, sides, and sandwich rolls. Whether it's a small gathering or a large event, we've got you covered. Check out our full catering menu for all the tasty details and make your event one to remember!

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The Perfect Venue

Looking for a unique and inviting venue for your next event? Consider Big Dan's BBQ for a memorable gathering filled with delicious food and warm hospitality. Our restaurant offers a cozy and laid-back atmosphere, perfect for hosting birthday parties, family gatherings, corporate events, and more. With our mouthwatering barbecue specialties and accommodating staff, your guests are sure to have a fantastic time. Contact us today to inquire about renting out our venue and let us help you create an unforgettable event at Big Dan's BBQ.

Testimonials

We Love Our Customers!

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I just went to Big Dan's BBQ yesterday and it is the best! I’ve had BBQ in Arkansas, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas and Virginia, these ribs and brisket are the best I’ve tasted. Everything has that genuine smoky flavor through and through, including the chicken drumsticks and pulled pork, and then you can add any of their 6 homemade sauces. The whole Big Dan's BBQ team are very attentive and fantastic to their customers!

Tom A.
Tom A.
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Both pulled pork bowls we had were excellent (one with beans and potato salad, the other with coleslaw and green beans) and corn bread 😋. Very friendly and positive staff. They allow you to buy draft beer or wine from the tasting bar downstairs and bring it to dinner; we had the Octoberfest beer which was tasty and went perfectly with our meal.

Kurt P.
Kurt P.
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This was my first time here and I love everything about this place! The people are incredibly kind and welcoming, the atmosphere is awesome and the food is absolutely fantastic!!! 


To Big Dan and family, Thank you for following your passion!  You inspire others to do the same! Keep Going!

Lenora E.
Lenora E.
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Spent an afternoon at Knoebel’s , then stopped here for dinner.  We enjoyed 1/2 rack of pork ribs, pulled pork, roasted corn, and corn salad.  Everything was delicious, ribs were smoked with a rub, and partial sauced when served.  The ribs were excellent, loads of actual meat, not the typical 80% fat, 20% meat I often run across.  The place is beautiful, country, wood style.  Service was super.  Definitely will return and recommend.

Roman B.
Roman B.
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everyone raved about the catering for our wedding.  easy and delicious. thanks to Dan and the team for making sure it was perfect!

Kayla S.
Kayla S.
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The staff was great! Very friendly and personable. I loved the rustic welcoming feeling I got as I walked in. Now the food. IT WAS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! I have tried multiple different BBQ places before but Big Dan's BBQ beat them all by a mile! Will 100% be going back for another date with they hubby and 100% recommend that you NEED to try!

Cheyanne W.
Cheyanne W.
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Big Dan's BBQ catered our August 2023 wedding and we could not be more pleased with how things turned out! We received countless compliments on the food. John was also a pleasure to work with - incredibly responsive and communicative. I would highly recommend them for your catering needs!

Vegetarian options: All of the sides we selected for our wedding (baked beans, mac & jack, green beans) were vegetarian and made an excellent standalone meal.

Taylor P.
Taylor P.
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Big Dan’s BBQ catered our sons high school graduation party. The food and customer service was fabulous! highly recommend using them for any catering service you may need

Luna M.
Luna M.
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Great BBQ joint and I spent years in the south! I have also been smoking meat for just over 10 years. This is a 5 star bbq restaurant. The inside is beautiful perfect for a family night out. The staff are always kind (Chick-fil-A kind!!) There is a store downstairs that has excellent local produce, bakery goods and wine.

As for the food my favorites include the chicken (smoked as legs or pulled) and the brisket. Their pitmaster uses quality meats.

Something they are doing more often is specialty items and we love them. I recommend anyone passing through even if you are on I-80 , it's worth the short drive.

Robert R.
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