Bishops Pitmaster BBQ

One of the questions we get all the time…

“Do you have a restaurant?”

The answer is emphatically… no.

And truthfully—we like it that way.

At Bishop’s Pitmaster BBQ, we thrive on showing up whenever and wherever the fire is needed to bring the flavor. No walls, no limits, no set menu—just real, live fire cooking done right.

Think of us as your BBQ ninja 🥷🔥

We offer small-batch, made-to-order BBQ cooked low and slow or with high heat and fire —whether that means cooking on-site and building the experience right in front of you, or delivering a finished product that’s ready to go and guaranteed to hit.

But what really fuels us goes beyond the food…

Our passion is in sharing—introducing new flavors, pushing boundaries, teaching what we’ve learned, and bringing more backyard warriors into the fold. And right alongside that is our love for discovering new products and new ways to bring fire and flavor to life—and then sharing those finds with all of you.

There’s nothing better than watching someone catch that spark and fall in love with cooking over fire.

So if you’re looking for something different… something real… something unforgettable…

If you want to WIN your backyard or neighborhood with great food cooked with smoke, fire, and deep flavor—reach out. LET’S FIRE IT UP! 🔥

What a day at the Battle of the Buns 🔥🍔

First and foremost—huge congratulations to the winners, our friends at Babe’s Meat Market! Jason and Mel, you guys absolutely brought it. Your support over the years has meant so much to the Bishop’s Pitmaster BBQ team, and it’s been incredible to grow, learn, and share this journey alongside you. Well deserved 👏

Yesterday was something special. After traveling the country cooking in so many amazing places, believe it or not… this was the very first time we brought the smoke, fire, and flavor of Bishop’s Pitmaster BBQ to the Village of Palmetto Bay. And to do it surrounded by so many local residents, families, and friends made it even more meaningful.

Events like this don’t just happen. They take months—sometimes years—of planning, and thousands of hours of effort from hundreds of people to bring it all to life in a single day.

A heartfelt thank you to the Village of Palmetto Bay, the Parks & Recreation team, the Village Board, and every single person behind the scenes who made Battle of the Buns possible. You created something truly special for this community.

There’s something powerful about gathering around open fire and great barbecue. It brings people together in a way that reminds us we’ve got a lot more in common than we think.

Grateful for the experience. Grateful for the community. And just getting started right here at home.

It’s time for some BBQ THERAPY!!! I’ll be serving up some hot and delicious award wining pulled pork. It may be cold outside but down at Paulina the flavor will be 🔥- so join us to get expert advice from the legendary Paulina Butchers on the best cuts, talk about your next brisket cook and or chat up the latest trends in smokers, grills, cookers and BBQ fuel. Hard to believe but spring is just around the corner!

🔥 This Saturday at Paulina Market! 🔥

Bishop’s Pitmaster BBQ is rollin’ in to Paulina Meat Market for a live sampling you don’t want to miss!

📍 Where: Paulina Market
🗓 When: Saturday, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Swing by for delicious pulled pork made with premium meats from Paulina Market and seasoned to perfection with Bishop’s Pitmaster BBQ Competition BBQ Rub.

Come hungry, bring your Bears takes, and let’s talk BBQ, meats, and all things Chicago. See you there! 🐻🔥🥩

🐻⬇️ BEAR DOWN, WHAT A SEASON & WHAT A RIDE! 🐻⬇️

As this Bears season wraps up, I can’t help but look back and smile at some of the best tailgating moments we’ve had in years — great football, great food, and even better people. Friends, fellow Bears fans, family, and so many new friends brought together for one reason: loving our Bears and doing game day the right way.

And none of this happens without one man having a great idea years ago…
Tim Shanley — HUGE BEAR DOWN to you, my friend, for creating the Chicago Bears Tailgating Club and building something that’s become pure game-day magic for so many of us. What a year of tailgates and Bears action! 👊🔥

Shoutout to some absolute legends who make these days unforgettable:
🔥 The ultimate Tailgate Warrior himself — Ray Lampe
🔥 Roger Dunn from Firewater BBQ bringing the heat
🔥 The World Famous Tailgate Bros — Nick & Mirko from Tailgreeter keeping it next-level

This is what it’s all about — community, laughs, incredible eats, cold drinks, and standing shoulder to shoulder yelling BEAR DOWN with people who feel like family.

Already counting down to next season… because if this year was any indication, the best is still ahead.
Much love to this crew and this tradition. 🐻⬇️❤️🔥

Bears vs. Rams this Sunday 🏈
Celebrate game day with our Special of the Month:
🥩 Choice & Prime Ribeyes — $5 OFF per pound
Stock up, fire up the grill, and GO BEARS!!!

🐻🔥 GAME DAY FLAVOR = GAME DAY VICTORY 🔥🐻

When it’s game day and you’re looking for a win from our beloved Bears, you’ve gotta start with the right lineup.

🥩 Paulina Meat Market on the grill
🔥 A little African Charcoal Company bringing that clean, steady heat
🌶️ A dash (or three) of Bishop’s Pitmaster Barbecue seasonings

Mix it all together and the sweet taste of victory is yours, my friend — every time, every game, right in your own backyard.

Fire up the grill.

GOOD

BETTER

BEST

Bear Down. 🐻🔥

Absolutely love how these turned out 🔥🔪

Big shoutout to knives for the incredible craftsmanship and attention to detail on these blades. The balance, finish, and overall quality are next level — tools built with pride by someone who truly respects the craft.

Pairing these with custom Bishop’s Pitmaster BBQ sheaths makes them even sweeter. Can’t wait to put them to work slicing brisket, ribs, and everything in between.

Great tools make great cooks even better. Let’s cut up some BBQ! 🥩🔥