Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

The Gowanus Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is always packed, but the food is worth the wait. Show up before 7pm on weekdays to score one of six outdoor picnic tables and on weekends, put your name in and stroll around the block until the host shoots you a text. Coloring books and temporary tattoos keep the crew busy while you wait for your grub. Kids 12 and under eat cheap, picking from seven mains (like BBQ sliders and crispy chicken fingers) and two sides for $6.50. You’ll love options like the pork ribs ($12.50–$28.50) and marinated skirt steak ($20.95).