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
Smoked meats are coming to the south suburb mall early next year.
Block Club Chicago
Bell Heir’s BBQ Celebrating 1st Anniversary This Weekend
Tyris Bell, owner and chef of the Canaryville restaurant, will offer a buy one, get one half off deal on entrees Saturday and Sunday to celebrate his first year in business.
https://blockclubchicago.org/2024/02/01/bell-heirs-bbq-celebrating-1st-anniversary-this-weekend/
WLS-TV
Bell Heir's BBQ brings sizzling new flavor to Chicago's South Side
The new takeout-focused barbecue and comfort food eatery opened earlier this month, in Chicago's Canaryville/Fuller Park neighborhood on the South Side.
https://abc7chicago.com/post/bell-heirs-bbq-restaurant-chicago-near-me-south-side/12831673/
The Infatuation
The Best BBQ In Chicago
If you’re looking to eat BBQ in Chicago, head to one of these spots.
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https://www.theinfatuation.com/chicago/reviews/bell-heirs-bbq
WTTW-TV
New Black-owned Bell Heir’s BBQ opening with brisket burgers, smothered turkey legs in Canaryville
The Black-owned business is a first for owner Tyris Bell, but he’s no novice in the restaurant industry: Bell helped open and manage the award-winning Luella’s Southern Kitchen in Lincoln Square for his brother, chef and owner Darnell Reed.
Chicago Tribune & WTTW
​After Eight Years as a Partner at Luella's Southern Kitchen, Tyris Bell Opens
an Eclectic BBQ Joint
While Bell Heir’s draws on Southern food traditions like Luella’s, it mines a different vein: barbecue, with some Chicago influence. Rib tips are served dripping in sauce with a slice of white bread, as they are at many South Side institutions.
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Eater Chicago
This South Side Barbecue Continues Chicago’s Smoked Meat Traditions
Bell Heir’s BBQ challenges customers to add brisket to its burgers and mac and cheese
https://whatnow.com/chicago/restaurants/bell-heirs-bbq-to-serve-ribs-and-buttermilk-chicken-at-river-oaks-center-mall/
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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
WMAQ-TV
Canaryville's Bell Heir's BBQ Serves Up Unique Specialty Barbecues
Tyris Bell, Owner of Bell Heir’s BBQ, joins “Chicago Today” to showcase Canaryville neighborhood’s beloved specialty barbecue dishes.
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​https://www.nbcchicago.com/video/entertainment/chicago-today/canaryvilles-bell-heirs-bbq-serves-up-unique-specialty-barbecues/3147162/
WTTW-TV
Make the Mac 'n' Cheese from Luella's and Bell Heir's BBQ at Home
It's "basically the same" as the version at Luella's, Bell says, although at Bell Heir's it might come as a topping for a turkey leg or a base for brisket. Bell shared his recipe for the cheesy delight with us. Try it yourself—but if you're lazy, you can always visit Luella's or Bell Heir's.
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​https://www.wttw.com/playlist/2023/02/15/mac-n-cheese-bell-heirs-bbq
TIMEOUT CHICAGO
The 21 best barbecue restaurants in Chicago
Former general manager of Luella’s Southern Kitchen Tyris Bell (and great-grandson to the restaurant’s namesake) transformed a Southern family tradition into a full-fledged barbecue concept in Canaryville.
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https://www.timeout.com/chicago/restaurants/bell-heirs-bbq