Nestled in Urbana, Illinois, Po' Boys stands out as a must-visit barbecue restaurant, celebrated for its rich flavors and generous portions. Customer reviews consistently highlight its exceptional barbecue offerings, particularly the pulled pork, praised for its tender, smoky goodness. Diners rave about the pizzas; many appreciate the crispy crust and the abundance of fresh toppings, making it a delightful option, especially on half-off pizza days. The menu is diverse, offering hearty salads like the Buffalo Chicken and a classic Chef Salad, alongside comforting soups and kid-friendly options. The seasoned French fries are another crowd favorite, perfectly complementing any meal with their crispy texture and tantalizing flavor. The ambiance is further elevated by outdoor seating adorned with charming lighting, perfect for enjoying a relaxed brunch or cozy dinner. Outstanding service also contributes to the Po' Boys experience; servers like Jesse are noted for their attentiveness and warmth, enhancing each visit. With a reputation for quality food and a welcoming vibe, Po' Boys is undoubtedly a culinary gem in the CU area that leaves diners eagerly anticipating their next visit.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Po' Boys
Buz Robinson
May 23,2025
Sunday brunch right on point... Crunchy crust nice toppings...p.s. recommend small quantity of jalapenos for small pizza... French fries were seasoned hot and tasty. Dessert is double chocolate mousse with homemade whipped cream... outside seating with lighting effects as weather permits. Server was Jesse who was fantastic outstanding service very complimentary to the outing...
Rachel Carman
May 18,2025
We stopped in right before closing and ordered a pizza. Everyone was so accommodating and attentive even though it was so late. The pizza was AMAZING. they were sooo generous on toppings. AND it happened to be half off pizza day. So much food for cheap. I'll definitely be going back.
Joe S
Apr 26,2025
The pizza here is one of my very favorite pizzas ever. The crust is so good and crispy on the edges. The toppings are top notch. The sauce is so flavorful. The wings are smokey and tender. The teriyaki wing sauce was sweet and sour and just right. Even the mozzarella sticks were better than most places offer. I just love Po' Boys and can't really say enough good things about them. I've also had several of the BBQ dishes on other visits and was always extremely satisfied. Eat here. You'll like it.
dalton green
Apr 23,2025
This place has some of the very best pulled pork I’ve ever had! Little pricey but well worth it. The proportions are huge! You definitely won’t leave hungry
Madeleine W
Apr 21,2025
Best place for pizza and pie in the CU area. Their sauce is incredible and they make their own whipped cream. Everything we've had from there has been incredible.
Stephanie Smith
Mar 25,2025
First time and it was so much better than expected!! Great service, Food came out fast and hot and tasted AMAZING !!! 10 OUT 10 RECOMMEND!! We ordered the BBQ grilled cheese with fries and added onions and mushrooms to my sandwich and it was some of the best BBQ sauce I have ever had!! Their cheese sticks are amazing too!!!
Matthew Hales
Mar 14,2025
Very friendly staff and excellent food! As an appetizer we sampled the kettle chips. These are quite excellent. They are served in a basket with dips available. The chips are thick and substantial with a very satisfying crunch. They are lightly salted, which I appreciated. I find a little salt can go quite long way. There is, of course, salt and pepper at the table so one may season to their own taste. The pizza is a big menu item, but I had the BBQ sampler. It is a large platter piled with meat and two slices of bread. Generous portions and high quality meat cooked expertly made for a very satisfying dinner. The pork was finely shredded and pleasantly on the dry side in expectation of sauce. The thin sliced beef was similarly moist but not at all what I would call "juicy" so that it would not thin the sauce to come. The sauce, the sampler comes with two condiment cups, is made in house. I tried both thick and thin in medium heat. I am quite glad I was reserved in my selection as their medium was quite hot to me. I appreciate some heat in my meal but I do have my limits. The thin should pair quite well with the shredded pork as it could easily flow through the helping and flavor every last bite. Thick sauce is my preference in most barbecue and it proved true here as well, but I would not pass up an opportunity to sample either again. For the Polish, the thick sauce is really the only way as the stickier consistency allowed for more sauce per bite. The sampler also includes rib tips which, while flavorful, I find so skimpy on meat as to not be worth much bother. I feel similarly towards hot wings. You must consume a great heap of them to get anything out of it. Dinner for two came out to around 36 for a great meal in a nice little establishment that continues to impress with the high quality of their fare. Highly recommended.
Jordan Barnes
Mar 9,2025
Pizza was great! We got the BBQ chicken pizza and it was so good. The mixed BBQ sauce was amazing. My husband got the corn chowder and really enjoyed it.
Reviews For Po' Boys