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Bell Heir's BBQ in the News

We are proud to be mentioned in the news media! Here are stories that have run about us.
(Note that some stories mention our previous location in Canaryville - same business, new location.)

What Now Chicago

Bell Heir’s BBQ to Serve Ribs and Buttermilk Chicken at River Oaks Center Mall
https://whatnow.com/chicago/restaurants/bell-heirs-bbq-to-serve-ribs-and-buttermilk-chicken-at-river-oaks-center-mall/

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Block Club Chicago

WLS-TV

Bell Heir's BBQ brings sizzling new flavor to Chicago's South Side
https://abc7chicago.com/post/bell-heirs-bbq-restaurant-chicago-near-me-south-side/12831673/

WTTW-TV

New Black-owned Bell Heir’s BBQ opening with brisket burgers, smothered turkey legs in Canaryville
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2023/02/02/new-black-owned-bell-heirs-bbq-opening-with-brisket-burgers-smothered-turkey-legs-in-canaryville/

Chicago Tribune

​After Eight Years as a Partner at Luella's Southern Kitchen, Tyris Bell Opens
an Eclectic BBQ Joint
https://www.wttw.com/playlist/2023/02/15/bell-heirs-bbq

Eater Chicago

Rib Tips and Brisket-Topped Pizza Are Coming to Canaryville From Luella’s Family;

Bell Heir’s BBQ puts the spotlight on Tyris Bell, brother of Luella’s Southern Kitchen chef and owner Darnell Reed
https://chicago.eater.com/2023/2/2/23582873/bell-heirs-bbq-barbecue-takeout-delivery-restaurant-luellas-southern-kitchen-chicago

Wed-Sat.: 11am-8pm

Mon, Tues: closed

Sun: 11am-7pm

96 River Oaks Center
Calumet City, IL 60409
(773) 786-3030

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