Hoodoo Brown BBQ

📍 Ridgefield, CT 💵 $$

4.5 (2,408 Google)

📍 967 Ethan Allen Hwy, Ridgefield, CT 06877, USA, Ridgefield, CT

📞 (203) 438-6033

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Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM

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Hoodoo Brown BBQ in Ridgefield is a fantastic spot for a grandparent-grandkid outing because the delicious, slow-smoked BBQ appeals to all ages, and the relaxed, rustic atmosphere feels comfortable and welcoming. Little ones especially love watching the pitmasters at work through the large windows and admiring the quirky, vintage décor – it sparks their curiosity! To make your visit smoother, arrive a bit before the main lunch rush (around 11:30 am) as it can get busy, and parking can be limited, so plan to walk a short distance from the lot.

Fun Things to Do Here

Ideas to make the most of your visit to Hoodoo Brown BBQ

Menu Guessing Game

Before the food arrives, each person secretly guesses what the others ordered.

Napkin Tic-Tac-Toe

Old school, never fails. All you need is a pen and the paper napkin.

Story Starter

One person says a sentence, everyone takes turns adding to the story.

Would You Rather?

Take turns: "Would you rather eat only pizza or only ice cream forever?" No wrong answers.

I Spy at the Table

Pick something in the restaurant and give one clue. First to guess picks the next one.

Free printable: Restaurant Activity Sheet

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Budget & Insider Tips

Grandparent Money Tips

• Early bird menus (5–6pm) often cut 15–20% off the bill — and they usually apply on weeknights too, even if the sign only says weekend.
• Kids eat free or half-price at many diners on weeknight evenings. Ask at the host stand before sitting down — it's not always posted.
• Order water for yourself and let the grandkids pick one shared drink. Refills are usually free.

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