Opening hours
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Typical hours for barbecue restaurants in Michigan
Most barbecue restaurants in Michigan open around 11:00 AM and close around 8:00 PM on weekdays; 71% are open on Sundays and 29% stay open until 10 PM or later.
Based on 31 similar places in our guide.
Location & directions
201 East Front StreetTraverse City, MI 49684
About Sparks BBQ
Looking for a barbecue restaurant in Traverse City? Sparks BBQ is at 201 East Front Street, Traverse City, Michigan. It is one of 228 places to eat and drink we list in Traverse City.
You can visit for dine-in.
Quick facts
- Category
- Barbecue Restaurant
- Address
- 201 East Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684
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Popular times (typical for barbecue restaurants)
Barbecue restaurants are usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns and the usual opening hours of barbecue restaurants in Michigan.
Typical prices for barbecue restaurants in Michigan
Based on 13 menus with 605 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Michigan, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $15.95.
We don’t have Sparks BBQ’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what barbecue restaurants in Michigan typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 38% | $4.00 |
| Nachos | 23% | $14.95 |
| Potato Salad | 23% | $4.00 |
| Mac & Cheese | 23% | $15.95 |
| Coleslaw | 23% | $4.00 |
| Chicken Tenders | 23% | $9.00 |
Calculated from 13 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Sparks BBQ there are 61 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 81 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (13), Sandwiches & Delis (10), Cafes & Coffee (9), and Bakeries & Desserts (6).
4 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeEspresso Bay< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexMama Lu's< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisFustini's Oils & Vinegars< 0.1 mi
- PizzaPangea's Pizza< 0.1 mi
- ItalianFlying Noodle< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a barbecue restaurant
American barbecue means meat cooked low and slow over wood smoke, and every region has its own rules. Central Texas is about beef brisket with a simple salt-and-pepper rub; Kansas City does a bit of everything with a thick sweet sauce; Memphis is known for ribs, wet or dry; and the Carolinas are pork country, with vinegar or mustard sauces.
What to order
- Brisket – ask for “moist” (fatty) or “lean” cuts
- Pork ribs – spare ribs or baby backs
- Pulled pork – often served as a sandwich
- Burnt ends – a Kansas City specialty
Good to know
- Arrive early – popular items often sell out before closing time.
- Ordering by the pound and sharing is usually the best value for groups.
- Many places only open a few days a week; check the hours before driving out.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sparks BBQ located?
Sparks BBQ is located at 201 East Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684.
Does Sparks BBQ offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Sparks BBQ. Listed service options: dine-in.
What else is near Sparks BBQ?
There are 81 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Sparks BBQ. Nearby options include Espresso Bay (< 0.1 mi), Mama Lu's (< 0.1 mi), and Fustini's Oils & Vinegars (< 0.1 mi).
How much do barbecue restaurants in Michigan cost?
Based on 13 menus with 605 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Michigan, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $15.95.
Nearby places
All in Traverse City
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