Rt 38 BBQ Menu

682 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
  • Curbside Pickup

    • Curbside (Add To Cart For Curbside Pickup)

      Please add car type and color in the Special Instructions box. Give us a call when you arrive! (630) 354-0543
  • Proteins

    • Rib Tips

      Juicy, tender, delicious. ROUTE 38 BBQ is proud to offer our smoked meats for your enjoyment! We present them with bread & butter pickles, your choice of sauce, and fresh sliced bread.
      $6.75
    • Pulled Pork

      Pork shoulder smoked for 9 hours. So flavorful, you'll want more. ROUTE 38 BBQ is proud to offer our smoked meats for your enjoyment! We present them with bread & butter pickles, your choice of sauce, and fresh sliced bread.
      $7.90
    • Spareribs

      Extra juicy, rubbed with our signature seasonings and smoked for four hours. For lovers of full-fat flavor. ROUTE 38 BBQ is proud to offer our smoked meats for your enjoyment! We present them with bread & butter pickles, your choice of sauce, and fresh sliced bread.
      $16.00
    • Pulled Chicken

      A rich blend of light and dark meat, perfectly seasoned and slow-smoked. ROUTE 38 BBQ is proud to offer our smoked meats for your enjoyment! We present them with bread & butter pickles, your choice of sauce, and fresh sliced bread.
      $5.60
    • Beef Brisket

      The king of real deal smokehouses! Slow-smoked and perfectly seasoned, a crowning achievement. ROUTE 38 BBQ is proud to offer our smoked meats for your enjoyment! We present them with bread & butter pickles, your choice of sauce, and fresh sliced bread.
      $11.30
    • Burnt Ends | Very Limited

      The crispy bits of brisket are tossed in sauce and served with pride. ROUTE 38 BBQ is proud to offer our smoked meats for your enjoyment! We present them with bread & butter pickles, your choice of sauce, and fresh sliced bread.
      $13.60
    • Andouille Sausage

      Inspired by bayou flavors, your taste buds will thank you, we guarantee. ROUTE 38 BBQ is proud to offer our smoked meats for your enjoyment! We present them with bread & butter pickles, your choice of sauce, and fresh sliced bread.
      $6.75
    • Smoked Turkey Breast

      Rich, tender, juicy, and flavorful, our smoked turkey breast is delectable. ROUTE 38 BBQ is proud to offer our smoked meats for your enjoyment! We present them with bread & butter pickles, your choice of sauce, and fresh sliced bread.
      $6.75
    • Smoked Chicken Wings

      SPECIAL INTRODUCTION DISCOUNT OF 20% FOR A LIMITED TIME. USE "WINGS23" CODE Succulent and savory, lip-smackin' goodness.
      $10.25
  • Meal Deals

    • Pulled Chicken Meal

      Comes with pickles and your choice of bread, sauce and two sides
      $13.60
    • Pulled Pork Meal

      Comes with pickles and your choice of bread, sauce and two sides
      $14.70
    • Beef Brisket Meal

      Comes with pickles and your choice of bread, sauce and two sides
      $17.00
    • 2 Meat Combo

      Comes with pickles, your choice of 2 portions of meat, two slices of bread, sauce and two sides.
      $21.55
    • Turkey Meal

      Comes with pickles and your choice of bread, sauce and two sides
      $14.70
  • Smokehouse Subs

    • A Load Of Bull

      Beef Brisket on a toasted 10" Sesame Loaf with Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Mayo, and Sauce
      $17.00
    • That Effing Turkey

      Smoked Turkey Breast on a toasted 10" Sesame Loaf with Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Mayo, and Sauce
      $15.85
    • The Ragin' Cajun

      Andouille on a toasted 10" Sesame Loaf with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Bread & Butter Pickles, and Sauce
      $17.00
    • The Sloppy Pig

      Pulled Pork on a toasted 10" Sesame Loaf with Creamy Slaw, Onion, Mayo, and Sauce
      $15.85
  • Sandwich Deals

    • Chicken Sandwich

      Our Pulled Chicken on a Kaiser Roll with your choice of chips and a canned beverage
      $11.30
    • Pork Sandwich

      Our Pulled Pork on a Kaiser Roll with your choice of chips and a canned beverage
      $11.30
  • Sauces

    • Sweet & Smoky Sauce

      The Midwest mild flavor profile of sugar and spice (ain't that nice?). Our sauces are created in our kitchen with all natural ingredients and ethically sourced, exotic spices.
      $1.50
    • Spiced Rum Mustard Sauce

      Get a leg up on mild flavor and enjoy its bountiful booty. Our sauces are created in our kitchen with all natural ingredients and ethically sourced, exotic spices.
      $1.50
    • Watermelon Sauce

      Our original, signature sauce. Our sauces are created in our kitchen with all natural ingredients and ethically sourced, exotic spices.
      $1.50
    • Cinnamon Heat Sauce

      Inspired by the famous Chicago candy jawbreaker, this spicy, delicious concoction will excite your palate. Our sauces are created in our kitchen with all natural ingredients and ethically sourced, exotic spices.
      $1.50
    • Habanero Bourbon Sauce

      We bring the heat and smoke to the party with this lurid sauce offering. Our sauces are created in our kitchen with all natural ingredients and ethically sourced, exotic spices.
      $1.50
    • Seasonal Sensation Sauce

      Ask about our special creation. Our sauces are created in our kitchen with all natural ingredients and ethically sourced, exotic spices.
      $1.50
    • Piedmont Vinegar Sauce

      Inspired by the western region of North Carolina, this sauce has a tangy bite and smooth finish.
      $1.50
  • Sides

    • Smokehouse Mac & Cheese

      A blend of five cheeses gives our creation so much life, its unnatural.
      $5.60
    • Creamy Coleslaw

      Tart and sweet, just the way we like it in the Midwest.
      $1.50
    • Fire Roasted Corn

      Tender kernels of local corn, roasted with jalapeño and cilantro.
      $4.45
    • Fried Apples

      Michigan gala apples sautéed with butter then caramelized with natural sugar and seasonings.
      $3.80
    • Mashed Potatoes

      Idaho russet potatoes mashed with butter and seasonings then served with our smokehouse gravy.
      $4.45
    • Sweet Cornbread

      Buttermilk, butter, and sugar make this an all time favorite.
      $2.20
    • Bread (2)

      Fresh sliced wheat or white bread.
      $1.50
    • Bread & Butter Pickles

      Crisp and delicious, compliments our smoked meats perfectly.
      $4.45
    • Vegetarian Baked Beans

      A blend of navy, pinto and black beans in a rich, smoky sauce.
      $4.45
  • Beverages

    • Water

      16.9 oz. bottle.
      $1.50
    • Root Beer

      12 oz. bottle.
      $3.30
    • Soda

      12 oz. can.
      $1.50
  • Sweet Stuff

    • Apple Blossom Tart

      We got your sugar needs covered. Tender pastry filled with sweet and tart apples, baked and then drizzled with caramel.
      $9.00
    • Strawberry Shortcake

      Our rich, sweet cornbread is bathed in strawberry compote, whipped topping, and a fresh strawberry half. Single serving.
      $4.00
  • Catering Trays

    • The Best Of Everything

      Feeds 3 - 4 1/2 Pound Rib Tips 1/4 Pound Pulled Pork 1/4 Pound Brisket 1/4 Pound Pulled Chicken 1/2 Pound Sauces 1/2 Pound Bread & Butter Pickles
      $50.50
    • Halftime Tray

      1 Pound Pulled Pork 1 Pound Andouille 1 Pound Rib Tips 1 Pound Vegetarian Baked Beans 1 Pound Creamy Slaw 6 Mini Brioche 8 oz Sweet & Smoky and Habanero Bourbon Sauces 8 oz Bread & Butter Pickles
      $79.80
    • Smoked Turkey Dinner

      Sliced Smoked Turkey Your Choice of Two Sides Sliced Bread Sauce Bread & Butter Pickles
      $29.40
    • Favorite "Q"

      1 Full Slab of Pork Loin Back Ribs 1/2 Pound of Pulled Chicken 1/2 Pound of Beef Brisket 1 Link Andouille Sausage 8 Brioche Slider Buns 8 Ounces Sauce
      $84.25
    • Jewels Of The Smoker

      PLEASE ALLOW ONE HOUR FOR PREPARATION 2 Pounds of Burnt Ends 2 Pounds of Rib Tips 12 BBQ Chicken Wings 2 Pounds Mashed Potatoes with Smokehouse Gravy 2 Pounds of Creamy Cole Slaw 8 Ounces Bread and Butter Pickles 12 Brioche Slider Buns
      $125.30
    • Sugar & Spice

      2 Full Racks of St. Louis Spare Ribs 2 Links of Andouille 1 Pound of Fried Apples 1 Pound of Creamy Cole Slaw 8 Ounces of Bread and Butter Pickles 1 Pound of Sauce 4 Smoky Apple Blossoms with Caramel Sauce 8 Slices of White or Wheat Sandwich Bread
      $102.50
    • Custom Order

      Please call us at (630) 381-7138 to create your own custom catering package!
    • Big Feast

      Two pounds of beef brisket, two full racks of spare ribs, one pound of mashed potatoes and smokehouse gravy, one pound of fire-roasted corn with jalapenos, and six pieces of cornbread and butter.
      $148.20

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