Gemato's Wood Pit BBQ in Worth - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Wood smoked, heavenly tasting bbq ribs. Always tender and flavorful with all meats accompanied by a tangy tomato based bbq sauce. Sides are good too. Nice that it's open until 10 p.m. every night. Jose is great behind the counter. He must work 80 hours a week.

Great food..the owner and staff are friendly, thanking us for stopping in every time.

I have been looking for a place to get ribs, since I moved back here in October, 2021. This place, and others do ribs really well, but the sauce at this place puts theirs head and shoulders above the others. And, I have tried tons of other places. The prices here are extremely reasonable. It is a little out of my way, but I consider that a small inconvenience. I am a regular customer now.

First time there. Will go back.

The barbecue was your typical barbecue. A sandwich is only half a sandwich. And maybe they could change out the grease for the fries every once in awhile.

I have had BBQ all over the country. This is not what I would consider BBQ. My first warning sign was that at 12:30 lunch time on a Saturday the place is empty. I spent 73.00 on Lunch. That's alot. Everything lacked true smoke bbq flavor. Is all that wood in the back for decoration? No smoke ring in meat. Had rib tips and they where also fatty. Brisket sandwich lacked flavor. Everything was drowned in bbq sauce and made everything soggy. Sauce should be in the side as well as have a choice if different sauce. Greek salad was just a pile of iceberg. Sorry there are better options around. Won't be back.

Best beef ribs I've ever had!! Cooked to perfection and even the sides were delicious. Something on the menu for everyone. 10/10 recommend. Order at the counter and only short wait until your food is ready. Mixed drinks, beer and wine available as well. Everyone loved their food. Delicious 🤤

I love Gemato's. My last meal there I tried the beef ribs. They were seasoned and smoked to perfection. Finished with a cold pint of Stella on tap. Absolutely no complaints from me. Great people working there

Basically I'm a slab kinda guy. And for the holiday I ordered 3 slabs and a brisket dinner, I gave them a time to be ready and it was a done deal. The rib meat fell off the bone and the sauce is nothing less than perfection. The sides are great!

I’m addicted to their beef ribs and brisket. Very very recommended.

Best Beef Ribs and sauce EVER!!!!!!

I called to order a full rack of ribs to go from their online menu, which stated that the price was $25.99 for a full rack of ribs. They told me that the total was $37.xx, when I mentioned that their online menu price was $25.99 I was told that the price went up. That is an illegal tactic called bait and switch. The law is that when you advertise a price, you cannot charge a different price.

Great deals. Smoked hot link and brisket combo was great.

Heard there Food is Great never ate there before, but prices way to high for our Fixed Income Budget now a days this is a issue in all places! Wishing your business WELL!👍🏼

This is a finish on the grill type of bbq joint. Nothing seems like it actually cooked on the pit but finished on the pit. The ribs definitely give chili's vibe and thats ok.....if i went to chili's. I am not for leaving bad reviews just because but this was not worth my hard earned money. I got brisket(not brisket), rib tips, beef ribs, and some tips. The brisket is not brisket at all and there is no flavor and very rubbery. The beef ribs are a joke as they are just fatty with little meat and mostly burned and unedible. The ribs are definitely boiled or baked before they touch a pit and you know from tge lack of smoke flavor. The tips where cooked good but everything and i mean everything was spolied even further by the one note sweet bbq sauce that they drown everything in. You usually do that to cover up mistakes in your food and boy was there alot of mistakes. At the end of the day i spent $75 on fathers day for some food i cant even eat. It amazes me how many people think this is good barbecue, makes me wonder what was they eating before they found Germatos. I will continue to go to Mission bbq or smoque bbq for real slow cooked ribs and brisket because i dont know what they are serving here.

It smells good from across the street, so i ordered dinner tonight. Philly cheese steak was soggy and had a really off taste. My partner order a gyro and she pitched 3/4 of it. Same complaint.

Great friendly service! I love coming here, the food is amazing, the ribs and brisket are amazing. If you’re looking for some good bbq this is the place to be

Ribs are better than hog wilds. I wish they had a drink machine where you could get your own refills.

Tasty food, friendly service. A little bit to pricy.

Best ribs. Great people. My birthday place 4 years running. Thanks gematos.

Well Spent 47.00 and Change. Portions are not sufficient enough even the Chicken, regularly we go to the barbecue in Midlothian and oak lawn. It cost 10.00less and you get much more. Will not go here again.

Very, very good food and huge portions. However, a little pricey.

Suggestions: 1) Offer a variety of self-serve BBQ sauces 2) A sandwich should come with a side such as fries or chips.

Bbq was on point very good beef ribs

I think I found my new favorite place for BBQ Ribs and Chicken, which has a great wood smoked taste and very tasty sauce. The ribs, for me, are good because they almost "fall off the bone" with just a little pull. I love them like that, and the chicken is perfectly cooked, moist, juicy, meaty, and full of flavor.

Been coming here for the last year and always had a great meal. The beef ribs are some of the best I ever had. I love this place!!!

Ordered the brisket sandwich. Was not good. Brisket was dry and I question if it was even brisket. They smothered it in sauce to distract from dryness and texture. Also, Overpriced, overpriced, overpriced.

Had an amazing meal here tonight, not too busy but a steady flow of folks even later into the evening. The seating is very big boy friendly as my friend and I can’t fit into booths but they have plenty of great seating options for big people… the Mac and cheese was by far a favorite of my sides and the brisket was melt in your mouth. I scarfed my food down quick. The ribs fall off the bone and so tender. I left with a full belly and a happy soul. Come eat here!

I recently catered my birthday from Gematos in Worth, and let me say this, everything was great. The ribs are the real deal, chicken very juicy, everything was perfect. My family asked me to order again, for sure I will be back soon. The service was also outstanding. Gemato thanks for making my day so special with great food, service and handsome smiles!!! See you soon!!

Really good food the price was a little high but you get big portions. The staff was friendly and helpful. Overall good food and a good experience.

I've tried this place many times and can confirm that if you buy the tips they will be hard and overcooked every time. I like the sauce but after more than 10 orders of overcooked rib tips I am now certain that they either just cook this way or purposely give me the overcooked tips on every visit. On each visit the guy at the register says he will see tomorrow but that's not gonna happen. If management can inform me as to how to get some tips that aren't overcooked and hard, please reply and I'll gladly reassess and update my review. As for now I'm done wasting my money here. No way to order online and they don't like to answer the phone so you may have to come in and wait for take out orders. Fast, polite service but that won't make up for the poor food quality. My review is not to cause harm but to inform and hopefully cause those in management to make changes to address issues that discourage repeat business.

especial the day ribs 😋, delicious

Everything was delicious 😋 and happy with the service.

The beef ribs are fire! And my guy at the cash register is always very kind and welcoming! I’ll be there today!

Great food. Good portions. Awesome people.

Food is always delicious. I've never been disappointed.

Great customer service! Great food !

Me and my son went to gematos Friday March 8th I spent over $105 there the food was on one bill a bottle of beer was on another bill and a mango drink was on another bill And if you use your debit card they charge you 3% on each bill but they don't tell you about the extra 3% charge beware if you go there and use a debit or credit card you can charge an extra 3% and then you can bring up drinks separately so I can charge you 3% and each receipt the 3% charge wasn't on it I found out about the 3% charge when I called my bank

I had the Pulled Pork Sandwich, and the BBQ sauce was tangy, a little smoked flavor, wasn'tbad but nothing special. Crinkle Cut fries could have been cooked a little longer. Corn bread wasn't bad. Sandwich was only 6". Some had more meat than others. I had only one piece of fat in my meat. Everything was separate. $5.00 for a small fry. Pepsi was really good. I was expecting more of a sit-down restaurant place, not a fast food place.

Very poor experience at this restaurant. The food was way overpriced. $36 for a beef brisket platter and a soup! Poor experience with staff as they were rude. I would NOT recommend this establishment.

Delicious food for a good price! Quick service and plenty of seating!

The food is amazing, staff is wonderful. My new favorite BBQ spot for sure.

they like posting prices and then when you pick up, the price is 3 times as much!!! bait and switch! that's illegal.

Never disappoints, authentic smoke flavored food. Highly recommended

The go to spot for beef ribs! Fresh ribs are the best ribs 👍 I will definitely recommend this place.

One of the best barbecue spots around they cook their food ribs and chicken with wood you can see the wood in the back gives it a great flavor!

Ribs so tender meat was falling off the bone... great food fair price awesome staff and atmosphere.

Amazing food!!! ALWAYS!! I love the brisket sandwich!!!

The food is cooked to perfection. Plus, they have a one of a kind delicious bbq sauce.

Gemato's has a birthday special, of which we took partook this evening. The ribs were scrumptious.

Not worth the money....nothing smoked about this barbecue place.

Pulled pork and bbq pot roast(wanna be brisket) was good. But the so called brisket was not brisket it was chuck roast. Corn on the cob looked like it was left over from yesterday. Then we got the pulled pork lunch special only to be charged extra for cheese 2 times. Wow! Should have drove to Del Carmen for tacos or went to Billy Boys on 95th for bbq

Great Pulled pork! Sauce is sweet and smoky!

Best beef ribs in the state! Family friendly, fast service, clean place. Food is excellent.

Wanted to take my wife and son there for a little dinner. Should of went somewhere else what a disappointment. Dry everything.. old bread. Old fries.. bbq brisket was dry as a camels ahole in a desert storm. Would never try this place again. $60 dollars In the toilet. Run and warn the others.

What a great place to take ur family for BBQ. They even have Gyros and Wraps! Tons of space for seating. Very helpful staff!

Great BBQ place, casual family atmosphere, local favorite!

Had a birthday offer, and it was still overly priced. I would go again but it's cheaper just ordering off the menu

Went here for a lunch in. Got brisket and a potato. All I can say is that it was complete trash actually absolute TRASH. It had way too much bbq sauce and the potato wasn’t even cooked all the way. Not worth it for a meal here ever again or if lunch in.

It seems to me the ribs were steamed or boiled prior to any barbecue or fire. The sauce was good. I haven't tried it since but the last time I ordered hot links it was basically hot Italian sausage

I've been driving by a billboard for this place for a year, so I finally decided to check it out. I was disappointed... I tried the beef ribs and the brisket. Both were cooked well with the perfect amount of char on the ribs. Unfortunately, they were served smothered in barbecue sauce, which totally ruined the meal for me because I don't like a lot of sauce on my meats. They didn't even ask me if I wanted sauce. The brisket was tender but it was severely lacking in flavor. Both the ribs and brisket were under seasoned and neither really had that smokey flavor one comes to expect from barbecue.

I always go here. Best in the Midwest.

Best beef ribs in the area! Very fast service and welcoming employees. Price is reasonable too.

Beef ribs were good the sauce is tasty as well.

Great Ribs! Greek potatoes are fantastic!

I had the beef ribs. I loved the some flavor that came through on the ribs.

We eat here all the time the food is amazing! The service is great and they are very welcoming. My favorite bbq spot

Love the pulled pork sandwiches! AGAIN!

Brisket sandwich is to die for!! Will definitely be coming back.

What the hell did We pay $62 for? My wife and I ordered via door dash Pulled pork sandwich ($14.51) a beef brisket sandwich (16.49) and the appetizer combo ($11.87). I understand taxes and the fees for DoorDash. The pulled pork had no Smokey flavor and was masked by the attempt of a BBQ sauce that was slapped on the top of a soggy French roll. The Brisket was so dry that it could have been passed for jerky on a soggy French roll as well. When you’re charging upwards towards $20 for a sandwich why wouldn’t you give fries? The 2 oz cup of bland coleslaw could have stayed at the restaurant. The appetizer combo was a sad sight with 2 mozzarella cheese sticks, 6 mushrooms and 4 onion rings. $12 for this! If you’re going to charge a premium for your food please make sure the quality reflects the value. Thank god I had some pickles in my fridge to enhance the taste of this disaster of a dinner. I will spend my money elsewhere and make sure everyone I know steers clear of here.

Feb 2022 I had philly steak sandwich. Vgood. One of the best I ever have tasted. The cashier recommended the Chile's estrllados (grilled jalapenos] with a sprinkle of lemon and a dash of salt, they were fantastic. Jul 2022 hit links n pulled pork, delicious! Nov 2023 I tried the chikin gyro salad and barley soup... fantastic tastes

If there was 0 star option I would go for it.. Unfortunately there isn't. I palce on line order...On the top of the miserable food, order wasnt even not completed. There was stuff was missing that I pay for. It cost nearly $60 (no drinks) only 2 plates... Food in the plastic boxes was barely coverinthe bottom. When I got home and saw that I try to call the place. I did talk to employee that barely understands me (or it was trained not to understand) when somebody complained :)) After that I ask for manager. Manager understand BUT he has difrent level of training, so he hang up on me acting like we get disconnected and when I try to call back few more times. not only ones.. my call were going to automated voice mail. So stay away... this place is scam and having wood pit and real food is just a cover up.. Stay away... save your money and go somewhere else...

You're not walking out of there still hungry. Their sandwiches are double of like chain restaurants. Their bbq sauce might need getting used to, but I like it. Great and fresh food.

Ordered the brisket sandwich it was extremely tender. HOWEVER was it even smoked?? No smoky taste, no bark, no flavor, no smoke ring. Tasted like it was cooked in a oven or crock pot. Was looking forward to trying this place and ended up disappointed 😞

This place is a must try if you are in the area, their BBQ is amazing and at a good price aren't like many I tried. I had the brisket & hot links combo that came with a delicious soup and 2 other sides "garlic bread and French fries"... brisket was nice and tender the hotlinks had a delicious kick and I can't forget about the crunchy fried pickles 😋... Come try them

First time here. Food is delicious!

They said the Monday and Tuesday's special was $20 for full slab ribs but I end up paying $26 for the special. Because they added in macaroni and cheese They told me you get 2 sides And the guy told me the sides and I said. Okay, give me French fries and macaroni and cheese. But I end up paying $26. Two dollars and forty dollars for the mac and cheese Only wanted to spend $20 plus tax. The ribs were good.

Awsome food it is really good. I had a Bacon cheese burger the bacon fell out a bit but it was still love the bacon. It was grilled just right. Service is great but it is not easy to get the trays. The atmosphere is great just the right amount of tables for it not to get to loud.

Get the beef ribs! Nice people. Clean restaurant. Good soup. What else do you need?

The best thing about here if they raise the prices the quality is always outstanding!!!!!!!!

Gemato's barbecue sauce is incredible. I recommend the ribs. They just fall off the bone.

Love coming here, food is great and the staff are very friendly!

I food was probably pretty good. I didn't like the sauce.

We have always enjoyed Gemato's because it is the closest to Texas BBQ that we have found here in the Chicago area.This visit was even better because we tried the beef ribs, oh boy were they outstanding. We also ordered a dinner plate of rib tips and brisket, excellent in there own right. The staff is always warm and friendly when you arrive and they help you choose what are the best items of the day. Service with a smile is always what we enjoy and the staff never disappoints. The gentleman who mans the cash register needs to be recognized for his great work. If you want excellent BBQ then you need to visit Gemato's soon. We have only been to the Worth location but we are sure the other location is just as good. Thank you, Joel

being from Texas, I am always looking for the best BBQ... found it (just get the sauce on the side.

Ribs were great, but sides need improvement, in my opinion

The grilled chicken sandwich is to DIE for!!! I don't eat hamburgers, but the hamburgers looked very tasty

Kind of expensive. Seafood platter wasn't great.

I have a 10yo super picky eater . My son had the BBQ chicken. He said and I quote. "This is the best chicken I have ever had. " I agree it is most amazing. The owner is funny every time I see him he says ok buddie I will see you tomorrow. Its an amazing place for BBQ. The prices are fair and reasonable.

Spectacular service and delicious food!

The ribs and sauce are delicious. The butter toffee cake is divine.

After eating here on June 12th there was a tad bit of dislike with my ribs. I returned today June 21st and I must say I have a totally different review and I must post . I had ribs again and baked beans and baked potato. The ribs were Awesome . Moral of this review is " everyone has a bad day even myself. Thanks Jose! I'll be back for sure. Great customer service from yourself and the other guy I encountered while there . Have a great day

Food is great. The BBQ sauce is just ok. Haven't had a bad thing on the menu yet, except maybe the chicken gyros. They use the pre made slices and I'm not much of a fan.

Great ribs good sauce good service! The rib tips are 🔥 🔥

First time coming here, we tried the brisket platter. The meat was soft and the sauce was a mild sweet. Service is fast and staff is very kind.

Haven't had a bad thing here yet... The food is delicious. Price totally fair for the food you get. 👍 One serving equals two. 😊

😍 U guys y'all food is Soooo good ! The prices are reasonable good deals so friendly .. Whenever I have extra money for me & hungry for BBQ Gemato's is my stop or when I'm in the area ..🤚I'm so serious keep up the good service besides I'm kind of frequent there

This place is amazing. This is the best barbecue place I found so far with their food is so delicious. Every time I go there it's kind of hard to decide what I want to eat. So I get a little bit of everything. The quality of food and the portions are amazing. You get what you pay for and everything is made fresh. I highly recommend every single person to come check this place out and you will not be disappointed. You will be mind blown on how amazing the food is and the staff is very friendly and informative. They make you feel like family

Great BBQ food if looking for cooked fresh off the grill!

Food is good . Seems like it would do better if they would add dishes and waitresses.