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At Lillie’s Q, we believe in staying true to the heritage of the southern barbeque regions I’ve competed in. Explore Southern BBQ styles by region as you taste test your way through the sauces and spice rubs of the South.
Founder – Chef – 2x World BBQ Champion
Shop Barbeque By the Numbers
You may have noticed that each of our delicious products are numbered. The story behind the numbers is explained on each product’s page.
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It may have taken six months to get to you, but it is tasty enough to be gone a lot quicker.
Why No. 78? The Q in our name isn't just for barbeque. It's for Charlie's dad Quito McKenna. And while we officially opened our doors in Chicago in 2010, you could say it really all started in 197 ...
Why No. 27? It's for Lillie herself. Lillie was born in 1927 in Beaufort, SC and lived a long life full of love, wisdom, and the best damn barbeque you've ever tasted. While none of our sauces wou ...
Zero Sugar Carolina Barbeque Sauce
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Why No. 40? On any pilgrimage from our hometown Chicago, hopping on Route 40 always means you're close to barbeque havens like Shelby, Greensboro and Asheville. 657 miles have never been so worth it.
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Why No. 5? Creole is a refined style of cooking originating in Louisiana blending influences from five cultures, African, French, Spanish, Amerindian and Southern. The essence of Creole is found i ...
Carolina Dirt BBQ Rub
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Why No. 16? We're proud to have two Memphis in May championships under our belt, and each one has their own story. In 2016, our Carolina Dirt rub was it. Our winning pork shoulder received all the ...
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Why No. 40? On any pilgrimage from our hometown Chicago, hopping on Route 40 always means you're close to barbeque havens like Shelby, Greensboro and Asheville. 657 miles have never been so worth it.
Hot Smoky Barbeque Sauce
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Why No. 05? When the calendar turns to 5, our barbeque cravings turn to 10 for one reason: Memphis in May, with all its meaty, master-crafted barbeque glory. We’re lifelong fans, and, humbly, two- ...
Sea Salt & Black Pepper Kettle Chips (Multi-Pack)
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Why No. 98? It was the year Charlie enrolled in New York's Culinary Institute of America. With a lifelong passion for cooking, thanks to Lillie, it was here that he truly honed his craft - startin ...
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Why No. 65? In our Chicago restaurant, our Ivory Alabama white barbeque sauce can get some puzzled looks. We always tell them the same thing. Hop on I-65, don't stop until you get to Decatur, Alab ...
Buttermilk & Sweet Onion Kettle Chips (Multi-Pack)
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Why No. 86? Time for a Georgia agriculture history lesson. Vidalia onions are not only named after Vidalia, GA, but they're so uniquely sweet and delicious that Georgia decided that's the only pla ...
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#MopYourMeat with the Lillie’s Q Sauce Mop. The perfect barbeque accessory for evenly applying Lillie’s Q sauces.*wood handle & cotton mop head
Carolina Dirt BBQ Kettle Chips (Multi-Pack)
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Why No. 16? We're proud to have two Memphis in May championships under our belt, and each one has their own story. In 2016, our Carolina Dirt rub was it. Our winning pork shoulder received all the ...
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Why No. 22? The original Lillie's Q restaurant site in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood at 1856 W. North Avenue, Chicago, 60622. So while we live to share barbeque flavors from around the country, ...
To serve up the best barbeque sauces, rubs and chips, we handpicked quality non GMO ingredients that are made with gluten free, dairy free and nut free ingredients and sweetened without high fructose corn syrup.
No High Fructose Corn Syrup
Lillie's Q Recipe for Classic Baked BBQ Beans.
Chef Charlie McKenna's recipe for smoked Memph ...
A Twist on Your Traditional Coleslaw
Good things come to those who wait. Our 2022 Limited Edition Bourbon Barrel Aged Smoky Barbeque Sauce has just been released for summer grilling excellence.
A Beginners Guide to Using a Smoker
One common theme unites BBQ from coast to coast: true, authentic smoky flavor infused into meat that can’t be replicated in any other way. The most important part of achieving masterful smoky cuisine is understanding the technique and finesse required to smoke food properly. Here, you’ll find a beginner’s guide to using a smoker, our top smoker unit recommendations, and more.