Welcome to Cindy Lou’s BBQ
Cindy Lou’s BBQ is proud to serve the Cedar Valley with real barbecue made with care. You can find us at 6607 University Avenue in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Our team cooks classic BBQ every day for guests who want good food and a relaxed place to eat. Many locals call us the home of the best BBQ in the Cedar Valley. Stop in for lunch, dinner, or a quick order to go.
Real BBQ Made Fresh Every Day
At Cindy Lou’s BBQ, we keep things simple and focused on great barbecue. Our menu features favorites like pulled pork and slow-cooked brisket. Each dish is prepared with time and attention so every plate is full of rich BBQ flavor. Guests love our hearty portions and the warm, smoky style that BBQ fans look for. If you enjoy classic American barbecue that is cooked the right way, you’ll feel right at home here.
Easy Ordering for Takeout & Delivery
We know many guests need quick and easy meal options. That’s why Cindy Lou’s BBQ makes ordering simple. You can stop by for takeout or place a delivery order when you want BBQ at home. Our team prepares your meal fresh and gets it ready fast.
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A Relaxed Dine-In Experience
When you dine in at Cindy Lou’s BBQ, you’ll find a friendly and casual space that makes it easy to enjoy your meal. Our dining area is great for families, friends, or coworkers meeting up after a long day. We also offer outdoor seating for guests who like fresh air with their BBQ. The atmosphere is welcoming and simple, so you can focus on good food and good company while our team takes care of the rest.
BBQ Catering for Your Next Event
Planning a party, work meeting, or family event? Cindy Lou’s BBQ offers catering that brings real barbecue to your gathering. Our catering menu includes popular options like pulled pork and brisket that guests love. We handle the food so you can focus on your event. From small groups to large celebrations, our BBQ catering makes feeding a crowd simple and stress free. Many local groups trust us to provide a meal everyone can enjoy.
What our guests are saying
Cindy Lou’s BBQ is a must-stop in Cedar Falls! The food is amazing — smoky, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Love that it’s pet-friendly too, which makes it even better for a casual lunch.
Amy S.
Such a great place to eat with the family. The food is really good and fairly priced. There's an outdoor seating area for larger groups of people. The decoration inside is pretty fun; contemporary mixed with antique; wood, metals and old signs. It's a must visit if you haven't.
Claudia Aime R.
The Mac is so good here. My fiancé regularly comes to grab Mac before she goes to work and we finally got a chance to sit down here after months. The meat was good, the cornbread was awesome, and the Mac was great as expected. It was around 20 bucks for both of us to eat and it was way more than enough. I like to make sliders, but you could literally mix it all together in a bowl and it’d taste like heaven with the spicy bbq. We ate on the patio while nobody else was out there and it felt very homey.
Teenie
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Mashed Potatoes, Mac and Cheese, Sandwiches, Chicken Strips, Pork, Burnt Ends, Salads, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Ribs, Brisket, Fried Fish, Potato Salad, Cornbread, Fries, Coleslaw, Deli Sandwiches, Smoked Turkey, Burgers, Chili, Donuts, Wings, Turkey Sandwich, Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Chicken Sandwich, and Dessert
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, we offer Takeout
Where are you located?
We are located in Cedar Falls, IA at 6607 University Avenue
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Cedar Falls, Waterloo, North Cedar, Hudson, Benson, Orange, Fredsville, Black Hawk County, Evansdale, Hilltop, Armour, Janesville, Finchford, Zaneta, Elk Run Heights, Dike, New Hartford, Raymar, Raymond.
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