He started his first business by the age of 20, but things got off to a rocky start when he was forced into bankruptcy. Dave says he went through some desperate times, being so down at one point that he was digging through the seat cusions for change to buy milk for his kids. But no matter what other directions Dave's life took, he never lost his passion for barbecue, continuing to pick up recipes and hone his sauces wherever his travels took him. His passion for down home cooking has propelled Dave to the top of a culinary empire of 22 restaurants with more in the works. He takes great pride in insuring that the food at Famous Dave's is the best it can possibly be, made with the finest ingredients.
Great barbecue takes time and no shortcuts are ever taken.
To Famous Dave, barbecue is a religious experience. That passion is evident in every bite of food served at one of Famous Dave's restaurants. Sign up today for one of our FREE informative and fun Newsletters .