Dr. Rolf's Barbeque

477 W Western Ave, Muskegon MI 49440
$$ Bar-B-Q

Dr. Rolf's Barbeque, serving up great BBQ and homemade sides served with Southern hospitality. Full service dining, take out and seasonal outside seating in heated huts.

Reservations

Business Info

  • Address: 477 W Western Ave, Muskegon MI 49440
  • Cross Street: 4th Street and W Western Avenue
  • Location: Downtown
  • Cuisine: Bar-B-Q |
  • Cost: | Inexpensive
  • Category: Casual Dining
  • Star Rating:
  • Reservations: Recommended
  • Dress Code: Casual
  • Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner |
  • Parking: Street | Public Lot |
  • Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover | Cash |
  • Corkage Fee: N/A
  • Phone: 231-246-2168
  • Features: Catering Services, Outdoor Seating, Private Room, Takeout Available,
  • Occasion: Child Friendly, Date Night,

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Business Hours

Reservations Available
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Outside Dining Huts 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Wednesday
Outside Dining Huts 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Thursday
Outside Dining Huts 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday
Outside Dining Huts 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday
Outside Dining Huts 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday
Outside Dining Huts noon - 7 p.m.
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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.84 out of 5 stars based on 589 votes

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 16, 2024
Ava W.
The waiter was a little short with her answers and rude, but overall it was an amazing dinner!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 21, 2023
Philip S.
The huts are a great idea. Would be nice if there was an additional heater at the floor level to keep legs warm. Overall wonderful experience!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Oct 30, 2022
Julie L.
Great food and awesome service (Nicole)

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 7/10
Value: 10/10
May 11, 2022
Scott B.
We had an Austin boy with us and the hut was a good place for him. However, The hut was a little warm. The food was great.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
May 09, 2022
Stacey H.
It's always good

Overall: 10/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 8/10
May 03, 2022
Robert C.
1st time. Great experience!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Apr 12, 2022
Michelle H.
Love the friendly service, love the food and love the outdoor dining. This is our new favorite spot in Muskegon. We’ve tried a number of the items on the menu over several visits but still haven’t ordered a platter because of the price. I do appreciate the canned cocktails coming in a glass with ice. Hope you can keep using the outdoor dining in the winter with a reservation system. Or maybe it’s time to find a bigger location soon?

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 9/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 27, 2022
Stacie H.
We reserved a spot outside in the heated huts and it was so fun!! Great staff, atmosphere and the food was incredible. We had people ranging from 12 to 71 at our table and we all loved everything! We might have stolen off each other’s plates!! Can’t wait to go back!!

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 31, 2022
Teresa H.
Awesome food and service, my favorite bbq in Muskegon

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 23, 2022
Kristi K.
Our food was delicious. The service was excellent! Ate in the outdoor hut, a bit cool, but neat atmosphere.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Dec 26, 2021
Dave E.
Awesome BBQ, sides, drinks and service. Take it from a BBQ snob who travels the country searching for the best Q and at home smoke my own - Dr. Rolf's is worth a trip. Ummm!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Apr 23, 2021
Beth S.
Great service great food! If you haven't been here yet you are missing out!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Apr 16, 2021
Ben R.
The food, service, and atmosphere were all fantastic. Had a great time

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Apr 06, 2021
Todd H.
Great place to dine. Our go to place every time we are in Muskegon.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 01, 2021
stacey h.
The food is wonderful and the area downtown is great!

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 29, 2021
Tracy B.
Fantastic experience!

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Mar 28, 2021
Mark N.
Wonderful service. Food was delicious!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 7/10
Value: 8/10
Mar 27, 2021
Karleen B.
We were in one of the outside structures & it was a little tight. Overall we had a good time & as always, the food was great. Will go back again.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 8/10
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Mar 25, 2021
Jon R.
Great food in outdoor hut. Will do again soon

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 10/10
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Mar 21, 2021
Sue S.
We had a great time - Barbara and a chef were both very nice!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 21, 2021
Ashley A.
Always love coming. I love the outside huts & think they should stay!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 11, 2021
Jill V.
Service and food was great!! I felt very safe the way you have things set up. We stayed inside but love that you have an outside option.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 07, 2021
Mike M.
Great experience! We were excited they accepted reservations and held it on time too. Sat outside in the huts and food was amazing. My wife and I split the 3 meat platter and had food left over. Cornbread waffles were delish and pulled pork was perfect.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 07, 2021
Rachel L.
Service was great and the food is wonderful! Tables are distanced with plastic dividers between if that matters to you.

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Mar 05, 2021
Barbara K.
Best place in town! Everything on the menu is wonderful!

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Mar 03, 2021
Megan B.
The food is always great here, the staff is so attentive, drinks come out fast and so does your food. Best BBQ around! The huts outside are also fun to dine in.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 20, 2021
Betsy R.
so fun, great food, so glad we stumbled on it.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 14, 2021
Dirk H.
Never had a bad experience at Dr. Rolf's. Even with Covid making things difficult, the friendly staff makes it happen. The Chili's, barbecue, collard greens ... it is always great.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 13, 2021
Jill B.
Excellent food as always!

Overall: 10/10
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Feb 07, 2021
Hannah W.
Our meal was incredibly delicious and our service was stellar, as always! Thank you!

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Feb 06, 2021
Jessica M.
Everything was fantastic!! Great service, and delicious food!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Feb 05, 2021
Michael A.
Had the chili trio, chicken chili was really good. Waffles were light and crisp!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 04, 2021
Jennifer B.
Dinner was absolutely amazing! They even let us girls stay and visit longer while they were cleaning up.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 02, 2021
Carrie S.
We had a wonderful experience. The service was great as well as the food. I thought the little chalets were very cozy.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Feb 01, 2021
Denelle H.
It was all of our first time at Dr. Rolf’s and it did not disappoint! Our server was so sweet (I believe her name was Nicole), answered any questions that we had and it was overall a great time and the food and drinks were delicious. Will definitely return!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 29, 2021
Emily B.
Barbie was an excellent waitress! We had a great night. It was cozy and the food was delicious.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 19, 2021
Dawn B.
Such a great experience! Only wish we had more time. Amazing service & food. Fantastic for the birthday celebration. Thank you Hissom’s ❤️

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 14, 2021
KATHY L.
It was a very nice experience. The waitress was very attentive and the food was excellent. The " bubble experience "was different but allowed us to be together!!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 13, 2021
Randy B.
We wanted a unique anniversary celebration and that’s exactly what we had. Food, service and ambiance was great! The heat lamp kept the room just right.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 11, 2021
Dana W.
The chili was amazing! I got the chili flight and my favorite was the green chili!! Our waitress was awesome!!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 11, 2021
Danielle B.
Had a great meal and great service

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 10, 2021
Jk B.
Love all your menu items! Best BBQ in the area! Great to not have to eat in the car too!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 09, 2021
Anita H.
Was excellent!

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 09, 2021
Heidi M.
We had an amazing experience with our family of six! I emailed to make sure it was ok to have six people in a hut and I was warmly accommodated. We went to celebrate my birthday and it was perfect in every way! The server was excellent and the food very tasty. Nice ending to receive a free birthday waffle and extra utensils to share! Highly recommend Dr. Rolf's!!

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 07, 2021
Wendy W.
Food was great as always and our server was very attentive and friendly!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 07, 2021
Tina B.
A delicious meal and a wonderful experience with great staff! A cozy, romantic experience and exactly what we needed. Thank you!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 06, 2021
Lynnette N.
Enjoyed our evening. Will be back!

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 05, 2021
Jenny M.
Fantastic!! Great!!

Overall: 10/10
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Jan 05, 2021
Nicole P.
Love the food & staff!

Overall: 9/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 8/10
May 16, 2023
Faith F.
They were accomodating to our group that was celebrating a graduation. Sometimes the service was very slow but otherwise good. Can't say that the food was the best barbecue ever, but it was good. Ribs a bit fatty.

Overall: 9/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Feb 07, 2023
Melanie C.
Our waitress Makayla (spelling?) was awesome. Better hang on to her!!

Overall: 9/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Jan 18, 2023
Susan W.
Service was great! Only recommendation would be floor heaters for feet.

Overall: 9/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 8/10
Jan 26, 2022
Kimberly S.
It was an especially cold evening so the hut , even though it was heated, was a little chilly. Tater tots are fine but I really wish you had some french fries! Coffee was wonderful. Australian waitress is top notch!

Overall: 9/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 15, 2022
Pamela A.
We loved our first experience of dining. The only reason the overall experience was rated a 9 instead of a 10 was because we were looking so forward to the outdoor dining. We tried it for 5 minutes, but it was too cold to be enjoyable even with the heater on, so we chose to come inside, and we were graciously accommodated. It was a very cold night, so we understood the difficulty of the temperature. looking forward to outdoor dining in the Spring!

Overall: 9/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Jan 13, 2022
Ron B.
Food and drinks were great, outside huts were a perfect way to stay away from the crowds.

Overall: 9/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
May 08, 2021
Mike M.
The quality of the food specifically the taste was a 10. We dined outside on a cold evening and sat under a tent. (It did have heaters though so we were warm.) So, I gave Ambiance an 8 which I feel is really good for a tent. The service was good but there were a couple of times we went a while without seeing our server. Again, an 8 not a 3. I have been to Dr. Rolf's four times in the last month since I discovered it sharing my find with friends and family. Everyone loves it. Keep it up guys!

Overall: 9/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 8/10
Mar 21, 2021
Kristi N.
Great day to enjoy a dinner in the outdoor cabanas! Service was slow, even after requesting water multiple times.

Overall: 9/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
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Value: 9/10
Mar 20, 2021
John V.
First time to eat at Dr. Rolf's. Food was excellent. Nice variety of BBQ meats and side dishes.

Overall: 9/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 9/10
Jan 23, 2021
Rae Jean E.
I love that you offer the outdoor huts! They could be tiny bit warmer and maybe have a little bluetooth speaker for music. The time limit could be a little longer too. We like time to chat between drink, app, food and there really wasn't any. Food was great. I love that there are meatless options! So many places don't have that. We'll be back!

Overall: 9/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Jan 06, 2021
Joni W.
We have lived all of our times eating at Dr Rolfs, but this was especially memorable. During this weird time, to be able to eat outdoors in the winter with family & to be warm, was special! Thank you for providing the huts & your amazing barbecue!

Overall: 8/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 6/10
Value: 3/10
Dec 16, 2023
CHAD L.
The portion sizes are a lot smaller and that is why I don’t go there very often.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 7/10
Mar 20, 2023
Rick C.
Our waitress was very good!

Overall: 8/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 8/10
May 04, 2022
Kristi N.
We had a very good server. But there was a delay in service when we first arrived.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 11, 2021
Jill F.
The large portions of food were very tasty, although the meat in the appetizer and all four of our main dishes was just warm, not hot. You continue to have the best Mac and cheese in town. Service was great, except we had to go inside to ask for our plastic utensils, then waited while our burnt ends cooled down. Everyone was was extremely friendly. The huts are safe and convenient, although cramped. Overall, our celebration of being vaccinated was tasty & fun. PS we are glad you have more choices in adult beverages than previously.

Overall: 8/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 8/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Jan 12, 2021
Mackenzie L.
Good meal, very thankful to have a dinner and seem a little bit normal again! Only thing I would say is possibly creating a 1 1/2 time limit instead of an hour. When we arrived they let us know the previous table went over by 10 minutes so it pushed us back ten minute and then so on and so on. It’s hard to have an appetizer & drinks, dinner, & a dessert all in 60 minutes, especially with multiple people. Overall was great and will definitely be back!

Overall: 7/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 6/10
Value: 8/10
Jan 29, 2021
Cathie G.
We were there to celebrate my parents anniversary which I noted on the reservation. There was no mention of their anniversary and no special treatment (maybe a dessert to share for 50% off??). My Mom's wine glass had lip marks on the rim when it was served to her, which the server immediately replaced. Then one of the plastic wall sections from the greenhouse came loose and fell down, which was promptly taped, but the tape didn't hold very long, so it was very cold with a 6-8 inch gapping hole in the "wall". I've been at Dr. Rolf's a few times since December, but honestly, I was disappointed and my expectations were not met tonight.