With our signature recipes and decades of experience in the kitchen, we‘re serving up a feast of fresh meats, soups, and sandwiches every day.
Welcome to Route 23 BBQ!
Where BBQ Meets Heart and Soul! Located right on U.S. 23 in East Tawas, Route 23 BBQ is your go-to spot for hearty meals that will make you feel right at home. Whether you're craving a plate of ribs, a juicy smash burger, or our famous wings, we've got something to satisfy that appetite. And don’t forget to save room for dessert – our Banana Pudding Crème Brule and 3-layer Carrot Cake are must-tries! Everything on our menu is made from scratch, including our sausages and dressings, bringing you flavors that come from decades of experience in the kitchen.
Sandwiches
Feasts!
Meats by The #
A Casual Spot with Serious BBQ
When it comes to barbecue, what you put on the pit makes all the difference. With signature recipes and decades of experience in the kitchen, our family is serving up a feast of fresh, locally-sourced meats, soups, and sandwiches every day. From pulled pork to brisket, we’ve got whatever you’re craving, and we’re smoking them right. Our family is proud to be Tawas locals, and can’t wait to keep making memories with our neighbors. So come on down and hungry, you’re always at home at Route 23.
The Best BBQ this side of anywhere
We’re not gonna lie, our BBQ is the best of the best. Whether you’re ordering a meal for now, our bulk meats for later, we’ve got the freshest and most flavorful barbecue you can find… well, anywhere!
But don’t take our word for it — check out our reviews on Google!
“So good that I didn’t even take a picture until the burger was gone… no regrets. We got takeout and food was ready quickly and staff was friendly. Definitely coming back here next time we are in town! Highly recommend.”
— Kilina R. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“This BBQ is borderline on a religious experience. . . Don't walk, but run!— Paul G. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“I can only use one word to describe the food.....AMAZING! Best bbq I've ever had. Service was outstanding. . . Can't wait to go back!”
— Rob N. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“We ordered the smoked wings and the carrot cake. The wings were the best we have ever had and the carrot cake was absolutely delicious. We would absolutely return!”
— Elaine L. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Convenience at Your Fingertips
Ordering from Route 23 BBQ is easy and convenient. Whether you’re picking up your favorites to enjoy at home, or getting it delivered right to your door, we've got you covered. No matter where you are in East Tawas, you can count on us to bring the BBQ straight to you. And if you prefer to enjoy your meal at our restaurant, we welcome you to pull up a chair, grab a napkin, and dig in!
Mouth Watering BBQ
