Honey Boy BBQ Rockford IL | Now at CJ Public House

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Posted On: September 29, 2025

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Honey Boy’s BBQ & Catering

(708) 701-3147

300 E State St, Rockford

Honey Boy BBQ has a new home in Rockford, Illinois, at CJ Public House. Known for winning over crowds at City Market, Honey Boy now serves up its famous BBQ every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5 PM until sold out.

The menu features fan favorites, including pulled pork sliders, smoked chicken, rib tips, baked mac and cheese, crispy fries, sweet hot garlic pickles, and banana pudding.

Stop by CJ Public House to enjoy local, made-from-scratch BBQ with the same bold flavors that built Honey Boy’s reputation. Arrive early as these meals go fast!

Remember, it is a good day to go local.

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