Big Ange's Eatery - Arlington Heights

Allow me tell you a true story about how this restaurant literally saved my life. We are going to journey back in time to the year 2017. I was on my way to work one morning when my car kept overheating. This was one of those “last straw” situations, the final drop in my bucket, just what I needed in order to spawn a complete meltdown. So here I am in a gas station parking lot, unable to drive my car, crying uncontrollably (as one does), full blown panic attack mode. After a quick phone call with my boyfriend, I began to calm down significantly. Got my head on straight and made those tedious phone calls to my insurance, etc. Fast forward a bit, the tow truck driver was a saint and at this point, my day began to turn around a bit. He drops me off at the auto body shop on the corner of Walnut Ave and Northwest Hwy. I sat in the shop’s waiting area for a while, when I decided to ask the manager, “Hey, do you know of any good places to eat around here?” He recommended Big Ange’s Eatery, said it was only a few blocks away and I wouldn’t regret it. Talk about incredible! I ordered a brisket sandwich with extra bbq on the side. The brisket was so flavorful and tender, the bread was buttery and soft. I couldn’t believe when I asked for a side of fries that what that actually meant was a WHOLE BAG of delicious fries. My day started off so terribly, and at this point I am laughing to myself for how I reacted earlier in the day. I mean, silver lining, how else would I have heard about this amazing restaurant? I wouldn’t have. And now I get to share Big Ange’s with the world. I have recommended this restaurant ever since that day in 2017. But how did Big Ange’s save my life, you ask? After a belly full of a delicious meal, I made my way back to the auto shop. To my surprise, there were police vehicles everywhere, fire trucks, and ambulances. Anxiety began to grip me yet again, and I start thinking, “Oh my god, what happened?! My car is in there! Did it catch fire? Did the building explode? What’s happening?!” All of these thoughts are racing through my brain at a million miles a minute. As I get closer to the shop, I see what all of the commotion is about there is a car sitting INSIDE the shop. This car jumped the curb, crashed through the brick and glass, and is now INSIDE the waiting area of the shop. Right where I was sitting not even half an hour earlier. The shop manager sees me approaching, his eyes wide and filled with a combination of shock and relief. He says to me, “You have no idea how happy I am to see you....if you hadn’t left to go eat, I don’t know what might have happened to you!” And there you have it. That’s the true story of how Big Ange’s Eatery saved my life.

Absolutely fantastic restaurant. The decor is warm and lively, and I could tell the staff really cared about the place, my order, and my experience. I was offered a sample of the brisket while waiting, and it was amazing. It was real, buttery soft, melt in you mouth slow-cooked brisket. I ended up going with the pulled pork with coleslaw, and it was also delicious. The pork had a nice tang and the coleslaw was perfectly creamy. The side of mac and cheese was heavenly, with just the right amount of cheesiness. This little unsuspecting building really holds a gem!

Few places have the consistent quality of food as my local restaurant. Top class place.

Just tried this location for the first time and glad I did. Pulled pork sandwich and home cut fries outstanding. Coleslaw fresh wirh large chunks the way I like it. Fresh lemonade very good. I'll be back.

Great food, Good place to support. Great food I recommend the pulled pork sandwich. Have had it since it opened and the quality has stayed consistent. Also they have a large staff so you'll be in and out fast.