Brother John's BBQ, LLC

Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ is a family-friendly restaurant located in Tucson, Arizona, offering a unique dining experience that combines authentic Southern-style barbecue with Southwestern and Latin flavors.

Situated at 1801 North Stone Avenue, the establishment occupies the historic 10,000-square-foot space formerly known as the Wildcat House. This was a popular University of Arizona hangout for nearly four decades before its closure in 2012.

Menu Highlights

The restaurant's menu features a variety of slow-smoked meats, including Texas-style salt and pepper dry-rubbed brisket, "Bam Bam" style short ribs, dry-rubbed and locally sourced pulled pork shoulder, and baby back and St. Louis ribs.

These dishes are prepared on-site daily, fusing traditional Southern barbecue techniques with Southwestern and Latin flavors, using regional chili peppers. Comfort foods such as burgers, three-day Southern fried chicken, and salads are also offered.

Dessert options include lightly sugared beignets with bourbon caramel dipping sauce and freshly baked brownies topped with local organic handcrafted ice cream.

Beverage Selection

Brother John's also boasts an extensive beverage selection, featuring over 50 beers on tap, including many Arizona craft options.

More than 150 brands of bourbon, rye, and whiskey are available by the glass or in sampler flights. This diverse selection complements the menu and enhances the overall dining experience.

Events and Catering

For hosting events, Brother John's offers full-service catering and private dining. The 1,800-square-foot Wildcat Room and the 200-square-foot outdoor Biergarten accommodate from 15 to 200 people.

Offsite catering is available for up to 150 people, including food, beverages, and staff service.

The company has expanded catering operations with a commissary kitchen and venues like The Rubi in Armory Park and Crystal Classics in the Tucson Fine Mineral Gallery for larger events and diverse culinary experiences.

Hours and Reservations

The restaurant is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to midnight.

Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant or through their website.

Mission and Experience

Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ is committed to providing a fast, friendly, clean, and fun environment where guests relax and enjoy the creations of a passionate pitmaster.

The pitmaster spends hours slow-smoking the best quality meats in-house. The mission is to offer a comforting food experience with true slow-smoked meats, Southern-style sides with a Southwestern kick, salads, and desserts made from thoughtfully and locally sourced ingredients.

Locations

• Tucson, AZ, USA (two locations within the city)