Ferry St. Barbecue
Items
20
Avg Price
$9.55
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
20
Ferry St. Barbecue vs Famous Dave's— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 0 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
47
Ferry St. Barbecue vs Famous Dave's — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Ferry St. Barbecue
Shared Items
0
Avg Price Gap
$3.66
Top Rated
Famous Dave's
Price analysis:
Famous Dave's averages $13.21 per item while
Ferry St. Barbecue averages $9.55, making Ferry St. Barbecue
approximately $3.66 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
barbecue
Menu Item Price Comparison
0 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Ferry St. Barbecue and Famous Dave's
No exact shared menu item names were found between these restaurants.
Both restaurants may use unique item naming conventions.
Ferry St. Barbecue vs Famous Dave's — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Ferry St. Barbecue 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.
Ferry St. Barbecue is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Ferry St. Barbecue averaging $9.55 per item and Famous Dave's at $13.21, the price difference of $3.66 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 20 menu items at Ferry St. Barbecue and 47 items at Famous Dave's, with 0 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 Ferry St. Barbecue 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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Ferry St. Barbecue vs Famous Dave's — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Ferry St. Barbecue or Famous Dave's cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Ferry St. Barbecue offers better average value. Ferry St. Barbecue averages $9.55 per item while Famous Dave's averages $13.21 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Ferry St. Barbecue cheapest items and Famous Dave's cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Ferry St. Barbecue or Famous Dave's?
Famous Dave's has the larger menu with 47 items tracked compared to Ferry St. Barbecue's 20 items. Between them, there are 0 shared items with the same name, plus 20 items unique to Ferry St. Barbecue and 47 exclusive to Famous Dave's.
How many menu items do Ferry St. Barbecue and Famous Dave's share?
Ferry St. Barbecue and Famous Dave's have 0 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Ferry St. Barbecue has 20 exclusive items and Famous Dave's has 47 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 — Ferry St. Barbecue or Famous Dave's?
Famous Dave's leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Ferry St. Barbecue. 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 Ferry St. Barbecue 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 Ferry St. Barbecue and Famous Dave's?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Ferry St. Barbecue cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $9.55). 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 Ferry St. Barbecue over Famous Dave's?
Choosing Ferry St. Barbecue saves you approximately $3.66 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $12.81 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $51 or more.