Pork & Mindy's

Heard good things about it so we figured we'd try it. Food was horrible and the service was worse. Slow moving and they got our order wrong, the place was completely empty too. We understood why after that one and only visit. 😳😒

Delicious smoked meats and sides. Perfect for paleo and keto diets and everybody else. Pit bowls can be served over cauliflower rice or romaine, with many choices for toppings to go with your meat choice. We will be back for more.

What used to be a fun location has sadly succumbed to anonymous mediocrity. Once, local art adorned the walls. Now, Pork & Mindy's has grown more interested in hawking its signature sauces than integrating into the neighborhood. With a fast-food style, seat-yourself seating layout and oppressive lighting to match, this place now lacks any semblance of personality. Alas, the menu has declined in tandem with the location itself. The best deal on the menu, the sliders, has been removed entirely. The soda fountain, which once refreshingly served Jones Soda, now pours (if I recall) the standard Coke line. Whatever they've done to the pig candy recipe, once a signature dish, has been a disappointment. The offering remains the same, but has been stripped of its rich flavor and texture. At one point, they even sold *pre-packaged* pig candy as opposed to freshly prepared. They've stopped, but what a slap in the face that was. Perhaps expansion is to blame for the decline of this Wicker Park eatery; Pork & Mindy's now boasts locations in Wrigley Field and the Loop, with more to come. Perhaps this growth necessitated cost-cutting or efficiency measures be taken at the expense of the menu. And yet, even with the franchise's continued success, the hours at this location remain baffling. Pork & Mindy's is situated near public transit and dozens and dozens of bars yet is only open until 8 pm on weekdays and 9 pm on weekends. The one time I could see myself returning to this charmless husk is when I'm too drunk to care, and yet this restaurant denies me even that. In any case, while much of the menu remains serviceable, the loss of atmosphere and the watering-down of popular options have rendered this Wicker Park location glaringly inessential.

Were really expecting a restaurant. Kind of disappointed. Floor was sticky and not very clean. Got there at 12 for lunch and the place was vacant. Hard to park but on the good side the staff was great and we enjoy watching Jeff on the Kitchen. Just would never go back.

Food was very good. Customer service was excellent it was my first time coming in and cashier recommended some items which was very good. Definitely will come back.

Great & delicious food period! We had the Pastramindy Ruben sandwich , and the to die for Pig Candy Sweet heat bacon..yum! The pulled pork mushroom salad bowl with assorted ingredients. A regular Totty with ranch dressing. Sooo good!

I've read the other reviews & must have lucked out. I asked the director to recommend a few things. He went above and beyond. I enjoyed the beef sandwich and a turtle nado. My experience was sublime. Highly recommend coming here.

A very unique BBQ place! I absolutely love the Tot'tine, which is poutine tots with cheese, chives, gravy, and pickled onions. I tried it with the sauces too, but it didn't really need more flavoring because it's already perfect. My husband ordered the Bao sandwich, and our friend ordered the Buffalo tots (recommended by the owner). I also shared a Memphis shake with my husband (peanut butter, bacon, honey shake)! So good!!!!