The Grub Tub - Family Owned BBQ & Comfort Food

Family-Owned BBQ & Comfort Food in Dickinson, North Dakota

Our Story
Our Story

A local favorite built on real food and real hospitality.

The Grub Tub started with a simple idea: real, homemade food made from fresh ingredients and served by people who genuinely care. What began on the road has become one of Dickinson's most-loved kitchens — known for smoked meats, hand-built burgers and sandwiches, weekly specials, and cheesecakes made from scratch.

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What Locals Say

Loved across Dickinson

★★★★★
“Hands down my favorite restaurant in Dickinson. The homemade food tastes like someone who actually cares is in the kitchen. Worth the drive every single time.”
Local Regular · Google
★★★★★
“Lisa made us feel right at home and the weekly special was incredible. Save room for the homemade cheesecake — you will not regret it.”
Happy Diner · Google
★★★★★
“Angel's service was fantastic and the smoked meats are the real deal. Friendly atmosphere, fresh ingredients, and they even have gluten-free options.”
Returning Guest · Google
This Week

Our Specials

Rotating favorites and seasonal features — updated fresh by the kitchen.

Tri-Tip Steak or Shrimp & Pepper Bowl
COMING TUESDAY, 27TH OF OCTOBER 2026

Tri-Tip Steak or Shrimp & Pepper Bowl $24.99

AVAILABLE OCT 27 ONLY. Marinated cubed tri-tip steak bites or garlic Argentine red shrimp, prepared to order with seared peppers, onions and zucchini over rice, finished with a tangy house-made soy-based sauce. Thai chili spice available upon request.

Southwest Brisket or Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese
COMING WEDNESDAY, 28TH OF OCTOBER 2026

Southwest Brisket or Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese $17.99

AVAILABLE OCT 28 ONLY. Slow-smoked Southwest brisket or pulled pork on toasted sourdough with house-made Southwest sauce and melted provolone. Served with beef tallow fries and house-made ranch.

Slow-Smoked Brisket or Pulled Pork Sandwich
COMING WEDNESDAY, 28TH OF OCTOBER 2026

Slow-Smoked Brisket or Pulled Pork Sandwich

AVAILABLE OCT 28 ONLY. Slow-smoked brisket or pulled pork sandwich served with fresh, daily-made slaw.

Slow-Smoked Brisket & Pulled Pork Duo Platter
COMING WEDNESDAY, 28TH OF OCTOBER 2026

Slow-Smoked Brisket & Pulled Pork Duo Platter $22.99

AVAILABLE OCT 28 ONLY. Generous portions of shredded slow-smoked brisket and pulled pork with your choice of two sides: house-made garlic rosemary mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, beef tallow fries, or garlic sauteed baby green beans.

House-Made Meatball Marinara Sub Meal
COMING THURSDAY, 29TH OF OCTOBER 2026

House-Made Meatball Marinara Sub Meal $18.99

AVAILABLE OCT 29 ONLY. Seasoned meatballs with scratch-made marinara and melted provolone on a toasted Italian hoagie. Served with beef tallow fries and house-made ranch.

House-Made Italian-Style Spaghetti
COMING THURSDAY, 29TH OF OCTOBER 2026

House-Made Italian-Style Spaghetti $21.99

AVAILABLE OCT 29 ONLY. House-made Italian-style spaghetti with a vine-ripened tomato and spicy sausage sauce and fresh herbs. Served with creamy basil baguette slices.

Lasagna Bowl
COMING THURSDAY, 29TH OF OCTOBER 2026

Lasagna Bowl $21.99

AVAILABLE OCT 29 ONLY. Rotini noodles tossed in a hearty house-made meaty marinara, topped with a premium cheese blend and a ricotta-basil drizzle. Served with creamy basil baguette slices.

Creamy Bacon Chicken Gnocchi
COMING FRIDAY, 30TH OF OCTOBER 2026

Creamy Bacon Chicken Gnocchi $21.99

AVAILABLE OCT 30 ONLY. Pan-seared gnocchi tossed in a rich, house-made Alfredo sauce with Daily’s smoked bacon and seared garlic chicken thighs. Served with Parmesan-toasted baguette slices for a delicious, comforting meal.

Steak Bite Gnocchi
COMING FRIDAY, 30TH OF OCTOBER 2026

Steak Bite Gnocchi $27.99

AVAILABLE OCT 30 ONLY. Hand-trimmed, reverse-seared ribeye steak bites with a light, creamy house-made basil cheese sauce over pan-seared gnocchi, finished with fresh grated parmesan and toasted parmesan-garlic baguette slices.

Italian Sausage Pasta
COMING SATURDAY, 31ST OF OCTOBER 2026

Italian Sausage Pasta $19.99

AVAILABLE OCT 31 ONLY. A blend of spicy and mild sausage in a creamy house-made Alfredo sauce with fresh herbs over linguine. Served with toasted parmesan-garlic baguette slices.

Chicken Alfredo
COMING SATURDAY, 31ST OF OCTOBER 2026

Chicken Alfredo $17.99

AVAILABLE OCT 31 ONLY. A rich, house-made Alfredo with grilled chicken thighs over fresh steamed noodles. Served with garlic baguette slices.

The Difference

Why Locals Love The Grub Tub

01

Homemade, Always

Everything is made fresh in-house from real ingredients — never frozen, never phoned in.

02

Friendly Faces

Regulars come back for Lisa, Angel, and a team that treats you like family.

03

Smoked In-House

Low-and-slow smoked meats that you can taste the difference in.

04

Something New Weekly

Rotating weekly specials and from-scratch cheesecakes keep every visit interesting.

Worth the Drive

Worth the Drive

Folks come from all over the area for food that tastes like it was made just for them. Honest portions, friendly faces, and flavors you remember.

A Look Inside

From the Kitchen

Real photos coming soon — straight from The Grub Tub.

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Address
137 1st Ave W, Dickinson, ND 58601
Phone
701-761-0149
Hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11 AM - 8 PM
Wednesday: 11 AM - 8 PM
Thursday: 11 AM - 8 PM
Friday: 11 AM - 8 PM
Saturday: 11 AM - 8 PM
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