Michelbob's Championship Ribs & Steaks

About the Business

Specialties

Voted "Best Restaurant in SW Florida". A Naples tradition since 1979 & winner of more than 100 awards for "Best Ribs" and "Best BBQ Sauce." Serving Baby Back Ribs imported from Denmark, steaks, pulled & smoked pork, Michelbob's Smokehouse Sausage, chicken, and salads too. Family-friendly, Kids' Menu, casual atmosphere, full bar with specialty drinks. All bbq meats are smoked daily. Our pulled pork is to die for. The homemade onion rings, cole slaw and baked beans are "made from scratch" and each have won their share of awards as well. The decor features coca-cola memorabilia, Master's golf and fishing antiques. The decor by itself is worth the trip.

History

Established in 1979.

The restaurant was founded by Bob Mattson of Minnesota and Marsha Gibbs of Naples, Fl. Marsha recently retired but Bob is active daily and Bob's son-in-law, Lou Bavaro, is the Managing partner.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Lou B.

Business Owner

Lou Bavaro is part of the Mattson Family which has owned and operated Michelbob's Championship Ribs for over 35 years.  Lou is the Managing Partner and is the "go to" guy.

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