Being Memorial Day weekend and all, I was looking for a place to get some barbecue. I did a quick search and found a place in my backyard which is BYOB and had good reviews...score!

I've gone here a couple of times for a burger and, oh my goodness, their burger is the best I've ever had.  I don't even think of going anywhere else if it's a burger I'm craving... they're that good.  And their fries... seasoned to perfection... or you can get sweet potato fries as well.  It's always a serious debate in my head over which to order... they're both fantastic!

This will be the third round of fund raising efforts that I've been doing at Irish Eyes.  All proceeds I earn will be going to the cause via the Tour de Farms bicycle event this June.

Here's the link for more info on the ride: http://www.nationalmss...

I will be riding on Miche's team doing the 150!

So come on out and raise some glasses while supporting a great cause!

If you want to RSVP, you can do it here on Yelp: http://www.yelp.com/events/chicago-multiple-sclerosis-benefit-at-irish-eyes or here on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/event.php?eid=74261637713

Hope to see you there.

Jimmy

This place is awesome.  The name says it all, you know it's going to rock. The staff is super friendly, and the sweet potato fries are by far the best i've had in the area.  

My bf has been trying to bring me to Smokin' Woody's for over a year.  I've somehow seemed to avoid it, until now.  He promised me that I'd be whispering, "oh I love you so much" across the table and that made me laugh my ass off, so I was in.

We showed up right after a party of 20, so it looked like my hopes of eating BBQ were dashed.  The very friendly staff offered to bring some chairs in from the patio and seat us at a table by the kitchen, but it was going to be really cramped.  We thought about going somewhere else, but I was so geared up for BBQ that I hesitated.  And just like that, a table opened up in the back.  Hooray!

We ordered the whole chicken and the rib tips with the Woody's potatoes, and I got to learn all about the Chicago legend that is Green River.

My whole chicken came out and I think the entire table of 20 turned around and just looked at me.  Stunned.  To which I naturally responded, "hey, girl's gotta eat" and dug in.  I'm really not a chicken fan in general, but this chicken was tender and juicy.  The sauce was on the sweet side, but with a subtle kick.  I was also super excited that, when I asked for butter for the potatoes, they brought me the nice melted stuff.  Yum yum.

The service was so friendly that I felt like I was at home.  One of the staff recommended the homemade cheesecake.  We went with the cherry chocolate and it was amazing.

The best part is that we had a ton of left overs for lunch the next two days, all for the bargain basement price of about $35.  Oh, and I actually did whisper, "I love you so much" and I'm still laughing my ass off.

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of catering lunch for the Cubs in their clubhouse prior to the game against San Francisco.  I like to think the good BBQ contirbuted to their 4-2 victory.

If it's good enough for them, how about you?  Contact me if you want the same good stuff!

I look forward to feeding you at your home or office!

Jimmy

If you're going to find yourself in Harbor Country for Mother's day weekend, you'll be able to get some great BBQ!

Hours this weekend will be:
Friday, May 8th       -  4PM  - 9PM
Saturday, May 9th   - 11AM - 8PM
Sunday, May 10th   - 11AM - 8PM

Hope to see you there!

Check our Sales page for products/pricing for home BBQ supplies.
Items coming soon:
Grills
Dry Rub
Sauce
Lump Coal

Contact jimmy@originalsmokinwoodys.com for more information.

The netorking event we hosted was a great time.  We had 24 attendees from all walks of business.  Much BBQ was enjoyed, and many connections made.  Thanks Lulu & Lidia for all the organizing and work to get this thing rolling.  We were very happy with the turnout.

Jimmy

The second go-round was good and I was able to raise $135 for the cause!

Thanks to all who attended.

I'll be doing one more sometime this month, so watch for the announcement.

Jimmy