Fire Pit BBQ

357 Essex St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, United States
+1 201-489-3473
$$$ Barbecue restaurant
(628 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

If you're in Hackensack, NJ, and have a craving for smoky, flavorful barbecue, look no further than Fire Pit BBQ. Nestled at 357 Essex St, this hidden gem is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates the art of Portuguese-style grilling. From the moment you approach the restaurant, the irresistible aroma of grilled meats wafts through the air, enticing you to step inside and indulge in a delightful culinary experience.

Fire Pit BBQ specializes in lip-smacking barbecue, all cooked over an open flame that infuses each dish with a distinctive, smoky flavor. The moment you sink your teeth into their juicy Angus Sliders or savor the intense depth of flavor in their BBQ Party Wings, you'll understand why this place has garnered rave reviews. The restaurant also offers an engaging assortment of appetizers like Buffalo Party Wings and the more adventurous Grilled Portuguese Sausage, both perfect for sharing or enjoying alone as you settle in for your meal.

For those looking to savor variety, the BBQ platter is a standout choice. With a bountiful selection of beef ribs, pork ribs, chicken, and chorizo, it's a carnivore's dream come true. Each bite clicks into place, revealing juiciness and seasoning masterfully balanced to appeal to your taste buds. Of course, no barbecue experience would be complete without hearty sides—try their Spanish Fries or black beans for an authentic touch that complements the smoky main dishes beautifully.

The inviting atmosphere of Fire Pit BBQ adds to the overall experience. Despite being a small establishment, the energy is vibrant, and the fast, friendly service ensures that you're quickly seated and served. Diners have remarked on the cleanliness and warmth of the space, making it an excellent spot for a casual meal or even a quick takeout for your next family gathering.

Don’t just take our word for it—previous patrons have left glowing reviews. One satisfied customer, Nathaly Montanez, praised the restaurant for its “fresh delicious Portuguese food," particularly highlighting the flavor-packed chicken and homemade dressing. Lauren S echoed this enthusiasm, sharing that the burgers are “huge and so flavorful from the hot embers,” a testament to the expert grilling techniques employed by the team at Fire Pit. If you're fortunate enough, you might even get a tip from Ivy Colon, who celebrated the delectable BBQ platter packed full of flavors.

With prices that reflect the generous portions served, Fire Pit BBQ is a delightful destination for BBQ lovers looking to indulge without overspending. So next time you’re in Hackensack, don’t miss out on this culinary adventure at Fire Pit BBQ. Your taste buds will thank you!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Accepts 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 of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Difficult to find a space
Openings Hours
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Monday

Closed

Tuesday

11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday

11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday

11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

628 Reviews
Nathaly Montanez

09 Sep 2025

Fresh delicious Portuguese food. Cant wait to go back for more. Rice could be a bit more flavorful but the chicken is out of this world, I thought the chicken would be BBQ and it's not you'll get the BBQ sauce in the side so that's perfect!! Fresh salad with homemade dressing and chicken soup was so good too!! Enjoy!!

Lauren S

04 Sep 2025

Fire Pit BBQ in Hackensack, NJ. You can smell the Portuguese style BBQ down the road at @hackensackfirepit! Fresh meat, chicken, ribs and burgers are seasoned and grilled to perfection on the open fire grill that is filled with flavor. The burger was huge and so flavorful from the hot embers. This is a hole in the wall place that serves up delicious BBQ! The service was super fast and they are BYOB! Insta: @thehungrysw

Ivy colon

24 Aug 2025

This place is absolutely incredible I love Firepit ! I tried some menu items that I never tried before including wings and an incredibly juicy burger with fries! For our entree I shared a bbq platter with beef ribs, pork ribs, chicken, chorizo. Everything was incredibly tasty and delicious with just the right amount of salt! For sides we also shared French fries and yellow rice with black beans

Edward O'Connor

18 Jul 2025

Had a great lunch, chicken was tasty and moist, black beans and crispy fries. Great for a quick meal or family take out.

Brandon

21 Jun 2025

The price for the portions are ridiculous. The 22 oz steak was cooked to perfection, I asked for medium rare and medium rare I received. I was surprised as the steak was very thick but it managed to be well cooked. The food great all around and the smoke flavors are definitely present as it’s cooked over wood charcoal. The side of rice and beans were big enough for well over two people. The #3 combo which was the pork spare ribs and beef short ribs was amazing. Nice and juicy in the middle alongside the crispy bits on the outside with the wood smoked flavors. The combo came with the same choice of sides, rice and beans or substitute fries, but we declined as it was such large portions and didn’t feel the need to waste food. I definitely recommend this place and will be returning again. One downside is that the parking is quite hectic and small, but well worth it in order to eat here.

Nancy Wadie

04 Jun 2025

We ordered grilled chicken, fries and rice. The grilled chicken was amazing, I tried one of their Portuguese drinks and it really tasted good. The place is clean but so small and it’s very hard to find parking, so we had to park in front of one of the residential houses in Hackensack.

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