Classic Ribeye*Marbled, thick-cut steak topped with garlic butter. Served with loaded mashed potatoes (add 350 cal), and steamed broccoli (add 40 cal). Show Order
Classic Sirloin* - 10ozSeasoned & topped with garlic butter. Served with loaded mashed potatoes (add 350 cal), and steamed broccoli (add 40 cal). Order
Classic Sirloin* - 6ozSeasoned & topped with garlic butter. Served with loaded mashed potatoes (add 350 cal), and steamed broccoli (add 40 cal). Order *Notice: Approximate pre-cooked weights, actual weight may vary. May be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Additional nutrition information available upon request. When ordering ribs at a restaurant it's not uncommon to see the terms "full-rack" and "half-rack" listed. However, that often doesn't tell the person how many ribs they'll actually get. A typical slab/rack of pork ribs is 10-13 ribs. Meaning, a half rack of ribs would contain 5 or 6 individual rib bones. What is a "Slab" or "Rack" of Ribs?Pork ribs are sold as "slabs." For the sake of this article, you can think of this as a "full rack" of ribs. Depending on the breed of pig, they will have 15-16 rib bones. However, when a hog is butchered, 2-3 bones are left in the shoulder, and smaller bones are also trimmed with the discretion of the butcher. In a grocery store, you should expect to see at least 10-13 bones in a slab or "full rack" of pork ribs.  In my example above, the baby back ribs have a total of 13 ribs. If we were to turn these into "half racks" - each person would receive 6 ribs and the 13th would likely be removed as there is very little, if any meat. Be sure to check-out my guide to smoking baby back ribs!
Is a Half Rack for Baby Back Ribs or Spare Ribs?When ordering from a restaurant (not a barbecue joint) the ribs you're eating are likely baby back ribs. However, if you're eating at a barbecue joint - they will likely make the distinction and say whether or not they sell spare ribs (explained below). There are distinct differences between spare ribs and back ribs. In terms of serving sizes:
Baby back ribs come from the upper portion of the rib cage, where the ribs and spine meet - which is loin meat. Pictured below: Pork spare ribs are taken from the bottom of the ribs or the underbelly of the hog - where the pork belly (and bacon) come from. Spare ribs can also be St. Louis cut or "center cut." All this means is that they're trimmed to remove the sternum, costal cartilage, and flap. This process creates a more traditional "rack" of ribs. Spare ribs are meatier and have more flavor (due to the fat content). However, they are less tender than baby back ribs which come from the loin. The pork loin is known for being a very lean cut of meat and contains very little intramuscular fat. What do Popular Restaurants Deem as a Half Rack?Rather than taking my word for it, I went to a number of different restaurant's websites to see what their menus showed. Below is a quick breakdown:
Note: All of these restaurants sell baby back ribs. For even further comparison, a popular BBQ joint in my area is Big Fatty's BBQ; Big Fatty's sells spare ribs not baby backs. On their menu they state the following:
*Again, Slab means rack - so a half-slab is a half-rack. So even in terms of spare ribs, we have the same number as baby backs. The reason they say "average" is because most barbecue joints sell meat based on weight, not the number of ribs. How many ribs is a half rack?Half racks contain six to eight individual ribs with each bone about one inch thick. When deciding how much meat you want on the plate, this is often an easier option than buying full racks as they provide plenty of meat per portion without being too big.
How much does a half rack of ribs feed?If you are planning on making the ribs the main part of your meal, here is a rough guide: Count on half a rack, or six ribs per person if you are serving baby back ribs. Aim for four or five ribs per guest if you are serving spare ribs. Plan for two or three ribs per guest if you are cooking up beef back ribs.
How big is half rack of ribs?Although a half rack of ribs is smaller than a full rack, it's still a pretty large portion. Typically, a full rack of ribs averages 10 to 13 ribs that are 3 to 6 inches long and weigh about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds. That means a half rack would fall somewhere around five to six ribs and weigh 12 to 16 ounces.
How many baby back ribs are in a half rack?BBQ Baby Back Ribs - 1 half rack (6 ribs)
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