Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood
Items
51
Avg Price
$6.69
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
50
Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood vs Famous Dave's— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 1 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.
Famous Dave's
Items
47
Avg Price
$13.21
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
46
Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood vs Famous Dave's — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood
Shared Items
1
Avg Price Gap
$6.52
Top Rated
Famous Dave's
Price analysis:
Famous Dave's averages $13.21 per item while
Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood averages $6.69, making Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood
approximately $6.52 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
barbecue
Menu Item Price Comparison
1 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood and Famous Dave's
| # | Menu Item | Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood | Famous Dave's | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cheeseburger | $4.99 | $6.00 | $-1.01 |
Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood vs Famous Dave's — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood and Famous Dave's menu prices, several factors come into play beyond just the per-item cost. Both restaurants share 1 food category (barbecue), making them direct alternatives for diners deciding where to eat.
Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood averaging $6.69 per item and Famous Dave's at $13.21, the price difference of $6.52 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 51 menu items at Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood and 47 items at Famous Dave's, with 1 items appearing on both menus under the same name. This overlap lets you directly compare identical items to see which restaurant charges less.
Looking at ratings, Famous Dave's leads with Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood scoring 3/5 versus Famous Dave's at 4/5. While price matters, the overall dining experience and food quality reflected in these ratings are equally important factors in choosing between these two restaurants.
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Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood vs Famous Dave's — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood or Famous Dave's cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood offers better average value. Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood averages $6.69 per item while Famous Dave's averages $13.21 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood cheapest items and Famous Dave's cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood or Famous Dave's?
Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood has the larger menu with 51 items tracked compared to Famous Dave's's 47 items. Between them, there are 1 shared items with the same name, plus 50 items unique to Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood and 46 exclusive to Famous Dave's.
How many menu items do Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood and Famous Dave's share?
Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood and Famous Dave's have 1 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood has 50 exclusive items and Famous Dave's has 46 items not found at the other restaurant. The table above shows the biggest price gaps between identical items at each location.
Which has a better customer rating — Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood or Famous Dave's?
Famous Dave's leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood. When choosing based purely on quality, Famous Dave's has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood and Famous Dave's serve?
Both restaurants serve barbecue. They share 1 food category, which makes them genuine alternatives for the same dining cravings. If you're looking for the best value within these categories, compare average prices in the key takeaways section above.
Where can I find the cheapest items at Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood and Famous Dave's?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $6.69). The Famous Dave's cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $13.21). Both are updated July 2026.
How much can I save by choosing Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood over Famous Dave's?
Choosing Chef Redd's BBQ & Soulfood saves you approximately $6.52 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $22.82 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $91 or more.