Route 66 Smokehouse
Items
43
Avg Price
$15.96
Rating
3/5
Unique Items
40
Route 66 Smokehouse vs Babe's Southern Grill— Menu Price Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, 3 shared items, average cost, and ratings to help you decide which restaurant is the better value. Updated July 2026.
Babe's Southern Grill
Items
53
Avg Price
$9.59
Rating
4/5
Unique Items
50
Route 66 Smokehouse vs Babe's Southern Grill — Key Takeaways
At-a-glance restaurant comparison data for price-conscious diners
Better Value
Babe's Southern Grill
Shared Items
3
Avg Price Gap
$6.37
Top Rated
Babe's Southern Grill
Price analysis:
Route 66 Smokehouse averages $15.96 per item while
Babe's Southern Grill averages $9.59, making Babe's Southern Grill
approximately $6.37 cheaper per item on average.
Shared food categories:
barbecue
Menu Item Price Comparison
3 itemsShared menu items ranked by largest price difference between Route 66 Smokehouse and Babe's Southern Grill
| # | Menu Item | Route 66 Smokehouse | Babe's Southern Grill | Price Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mac & Cheese | — | $42.00 | $-42.00 |
| 2 | BBQ Beans | — | $39.00 | $-39.00 |
| 3 | Pulled Pork | $18.00 | $5.25 | $12.75 |
Route 66 Smokehouse vs Babe's Southern Grill — Which Should You Choose?
When comparing Route 66 Smokehouse and Babe's Southern Grill 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.
Babe's Southern Grill is the better value pick when looking at average menu item pricing. With Route 66 Smokehouse averaging $15.96 per item and Babe's Southern Grill at $9.59, the price difference of $6.37 per item can add up over multiple orders — especially for families or groups.
We track 43 menu items at Route 66 Smokehouse and 53 items at Babe's Southern Grill, with 3 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, Babe's Southern Grill leads with Route 66 Smokehouse scoring 3/5 versus Babe's Southern Grill 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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Route 66 Smokehouse vs Babe's Southern Grill — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about comparing these two restaurants on price, menu, and value
Is Route 66 Smokehouse or Babe's Southern Grill cheaper?
Based on current menu data, Babe's Southern Grill offers better average value. Route 66 Smokehouse averages $15.96 per item while Babe's Southern Grill averages $9.59 per item. For the full ranked price list, see Route 66 Smokehouse cheapest items and Babe's Southern Grill cheapest items.
Which restaurant has a bigger menu — Route 66 Smokehouse or Babe's Southern Grill?
Babe's Southern Grill has the larger menu with 53 items tracked compared to Route 66 Smokehouse's 43 items. Between them, there are 3 shared items with the same name, plus 40 items unique to Route 66 Smokehouse and 50 exclusive to Babe's Southern Grill.
How many menu items do Route 66 Smokehouse and Babe's Southern Grill share?
Route 66 Smokehouse and Babe's Southern Grill have 3 overlapping menu items that appear on both menus under the same name. Route 66 Smokehouse has 40 exclusive items and Babe's Southern Grill has 50 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 — Route 66 Smokehouse or Babe's Southern Grill?
Babe's Southern Grill leads on customer satisfaction with a rating of 4/5, compared to 3/5 for Route 66 Smokehouse. When choosing based purely on quality, Babe's Southern Grill has the edge — though both restaurants serve the same broad customer base.
What type of food do Route 66 Smokehouse and Babe's Southern Grill 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 Route 66 Smokehouse and Babe's Southern Grill?
For budget-friendly meals, check our dedicated cheap eats guides: the Route 66 Smokehouse cheapest menu items guide lists every item ranked by price from lowest to highest (average $15.96). The Babe's Southern Grill cheapest menu items guide does the same (average $9.59). Both are updated July 2026.
How much can I save by choosing Babe's Southern Grill over Route 66 Smokehouse?
Choosing Babe's Southern Grill saves you approximately $6.37 per menu item on average. For a typical meal of 3–4 items, that adds up to roughly $22.30 in savings — meaningful for budget-conscious families or regular diners. Across a month of weekly visits, the cost difference can reach $89 or more.