About Us
The husband and wife team of Phil and Johanna Hennenfent are honored to be the founders of Henn House BBQ!
In 2012, Phil won a smoker through a radio contest. Although he had always loved to grill and bbq, smoking meats soon became one of his favorite hobbies and passions. After perfecting the art of his craft, Phil founded Henn House BBQ in the summer of 2014. A short 3 years later, he had left his full time job, and put his entire focus into being the best.
Phil’s personal life motto is, “Always chase your dreams!" Staying true to his vision, Phil, Johanna and the Henn House Team are now bringing you the BBQ and Catering experience you want for your special event.
Awards:​
2014 Galesburg Railroad Days Rib Cookoff - First place Pork Ribs and Peoples Choice winner
2014 Taste of Galesburg- First place appetizer with our Candied Bacon.
2015 Galesburg Railroad Days Rib Cookoff - First place Pork Ribs and Peoples Choice winner
2018 Taste of Galesburg Best Appetizer with Candied Bacon
2018 Taste of Galesburg Best Beef with Brisket Taco
2018 Taste of Galesburg Best Brisket
2018 Taste of Galesburg Best Vegetarian Taco
Class of 2018 20 under 40 recipient
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2019 Taste of Galesburg Best Brisket
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2019 Taste of Galesburg Best Side Dish: Mac and Cheese
2021 Best of Knox County - Best of the Best Caterer
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2022 Taste of Galesburg Best Pork Dish: Pork Mac Waffle
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2023 Taste of Galesburg Best Brisket
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2023 Taste of Galesburg Best BBQ
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2023 Taste of Galesburg Best Caterer
