Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ

4.5 ( 230 reviews )
$10–20
153 Sugar Belle Dr Suite M, Winter Garden, FL 34787, United States
+1 407-982-3993
Nestled in Winter Garden, Florida, Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ has quickly become a standout favorite among locals and visitors alike. This barbecue gem offers a hearty menu featuring options like the Chopped Brisket Plate and Kansas City Wet Plate, each served with generous portions of homemade sides such as creamy 3 Cheese Mac and collard greens. Customers rave about the inviting atmosphere and friendly service, with many noting the staff's dedication to southern hospitality. Reviewers like Jen Zakaras highlight the delicious, scratch-made barbecue sauce—considered among the best they've ever tasted. Individuals with dietary restrictions appreciate the gluten-free options available, alongside specialties like the BBQ Grilled Cheese, combining a delightful mix of cheeses and meats. Patrons such as Matthew Bailey and Micah Kimball applaud the fresh, flavorful dishes and recommend adding the Kansas City and Southern Lava sauces for an unforgettable spicy-sweet experience. Whether you’re stopping in for a casual lunch or considering Ellie Lou's for catering, you’re bound to enjoy a meal that’s loaded with love and flavor. A visit is highly recommended for anyone looking to escape the tourist traps without sacrificing quality.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ

Jen Zakaras
Apr 26,2025
This place is phenomenal! Everything is homemade best barbecue sauce I’ve ever had, Great menu everything was delicious but on top of it the most friendly service I’ve had in a long time! I even have to be gluten-free and had many options and they even have a gluten-free peanut butter pie with gluten-free crust! Have already been here twice in my five day stay! The Cobb salad is awesome. Add some of the meat of your choice with some sauce. Yummy!
Kat Hat
Apr 21,2025
We stopped in for a late lunch on a Sunday afternoon. We were warmly greeted. The counter service was friendly and helpful in answering our questions about the menu. They offer a variety of menu options. We each enjoyed the brisket platter with two sides and mini corn muffins. The portions were good for the price, and the food tasted fresh and flavorful. We enjoyed our meal and would definitely return or consider them for a future catering occasion.
Micah Kimball
Apr 16,2025
What more do you want? excellent BBQ, staff that understands the meaning of “southern hospitality”, and scratch made sides and sauces. Pro tip: combine kansas sweet and southern lava for a blend of awesome, spicy sweetness. had the brisket platter and was big enough to split! beer selection is great, knowledgeable and incredibly friendly staff. perfect food option if you’re trying to escape the tourist trap of orlando and kissimmee. you can taste the love!!
Matthew Bailey
Apr 14,2025
A very pleasant and clean location, walking distance from a some hotels ... which worked out for me. I ordered the pork sandwich with their beans and a sweet tea. My food was hot and fresh, and very good for the price. The meat was tender and juicy, unlike some dried pulled pork sandwiches I have had. The sauces are tasty, I like to mix my sweet with spicy. I got their Kansas City and mixed it with the lava sauce. Very tasty. The beans were good, with a mix of three beans and chunks of meat. I was very impressed. The staff was pleasant and helpful. I had an all around great experience and look forward to another visit.
Andrew Chung
Apr 12,2025
A real gem of a bbq joint in a strip shopping center. The quality of the food was outstanding and the portions are very generous. We got the kid’s portion since for lunch and we weren’t that hungry and it was still too much food. The service was impeccable for a fast food place. They made us feel very welcome and made sure that we had everything that we needed. In fact, the service was better than in many full service restaurants. Definitely a must try that I will return to whenever I’m in the area.
Reni Candelier
Mar 2,2025
Ellie Lou’s BBQ did not disappoint! I ordered a half rack of ribs with mac and cheese and a salad as my sides. The ribs were tender, smoky, and had just the right amount of seasoning and char. The mac and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and the salad was fresh and crisp, a nice balance to the meal. The portions were generous, and the service was friendly and efficient. If you’re craving great barbecue, Ellie Lou’s is definitely worth a visit!
Kathryn Kramer
Feb 24,2025
Great place to get BBQ at the new Flamingo Crossing. We are locals but first time staying over in that area and we're super impressed with this place. The mini cornbread muffins were so amazing, My favorite thing. Beers on tap. Kids meals. Can't beat it for a quick bite to eat. The only negative was the kids Mac and cheese was "mid" and they could use more tables. Maybe outdoor is used but it was chilly when we went.
Jeff Drew
Feb 10,2025
The gold standard for BBQ. Just cannot get enough of their St. Louis ribs with the Kansas City sweet sauce. The ribs are very meaty and full of flavor. I had collard greens and settlers beans for my sides which were superb. Ellie Lou’s is consistently great each visit. Staff is friendly and helpful. A bit of drive coming from the Metrowest area and passing through Disney traffic but well worth it for food this good. I highly recommend Ellie Lou’s BBQ.

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