Bbq reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 370 Reddit reviews across 51 subreddits and 64 posts to rank the best Bbq brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/FortWorth, r/phoenix, r/chicagofood, r/NorthCarolina, r/desmoines. Top-rated brands include Little Miss BBQ (4.9/5), Ray's BBQ (3.9/5), Smoque (4.0/5).
Stats
Reviews370
Subreddits51
Posts64
Brands100
Products5
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#1
Little Miss BBQ
4.9
(17)
"Little Miss is worth the Lyft."
"Little Miss BBQ. Not in Mesa but it's the best in the Valley."
"Little Miss BBQ, while not in Mesa, is goated though."
"Little Miss BBQ and its not even close."
"Little Miss BBQ"
"Little Miss is the best but Joes in Gilbert honorable mention"
"Little Miss BBQ"
"Phoenix Little Miss."
"Little miss BBQ checks all the boxes."
"Phoenix- Little Miss BBQ."
#2
Ray's BBQ
3.9
(11)
"Ray's is the best around."
"Rays bbq"
"For norman id stick with ray’s."
"Rays"
"Rays"
"Rays"
"Rays"
"Rays on Lindsay"
"Ray’s bbq on Lindsey"
"Rays....but his sides need some work."
#3
Smoque
4.0
(10)
"Smoque. The brisket is great."
"SMOQUE BRISKET IS UNMATCHED"
"Smoque!"
"Smoque on Pulaski in Irving Park is Texas adjacent."
"Green Street, Smoque are good bets."
"The only place in chicago that will make you think “this would play in Texas” is smoque."
"I love the ribs and chicken at Smoque."
"Smoque 50 times... ribs, pulled pork and sausages are all very good."
"Smoque...but while they are good they can't match what I had when I was in Texas."
"If you’ve had real Texas bbq don’t waste your time with the brisket at Smoque. The ribs, pulled pork and sausages are all very good."
#4
Lexington BBQ
4.9
(7)
"Lexington bbq and speedys bbq are my go to spots."
"The only fair argument is going to Lexington."
"Lexington BBQ is the Mecca for central NC bbq and it’s less than an hour away."
"Lexington BBQ, aka The Honey Monk is ALWAYS going to be my recommendation."
"There’s nothing better than vinegar based goodness and red slaw."
"Lexington BBQ on smokehouse lane in Lexington."
"I'd recommend Lexington bbq or Speedy's bbq in Lexington."
#5
Green Street
3.7
(9)
"The pastrami at GSM is the best I've ever had!"
"Green Street's brisket is world class."
"Green Street is the most like Texas style but with West Loop prices."
"This is my recommendation as well, with green street a close second"
"Green Street, Smoque are good bets."
"I would pick Green Street Meats over Smoque any day of the week."
"Them or green street."
"When I’ve gone their brisket has been subpar at best."
"Green Street at least used to source post oak."
#6
Scott's Kitchen
4.1
(8)
"I'll add my two cent to the mix to confirm that Scott's Kitchen is amazing."
"Scott's Kitchen is pretty damn good"
"Scott’s kitchen"
"I think I will give Scott’s a try if I am short on time"
"Scott’s kitchen is very good and definitely worth trying."
"Scott's is good"
"Today? Scott's Kitchen if they are open"
"Scott’s Kitchen"
#7
Country BBQ
4.3
(7)
"Country BBQ is the one, hands down."
"Country BBQ for me. Always."
"Country BBQ."
"By elimination it's the best in the city."
"Options for BBQ in Greensboro aren’t great. Country BBQ is probably the best for Greensboro proper."
"Country BBQ is quite good."
"Country BBQ is quite good."
#8
Weber
5.0
(6)
"If you definitely want a Weber for grilling with the option of buying loads of extra mods and add-ons for doing different things."
"Bought this model from wow bbq a few weeks ago. Super happy with it and glad I got a Weber."
"Bomb proof and so so versatile."
"Weber. Most of mine have lasted 10 years or more and I use it year around."
"Always go for Weber"
"If you can stretch to a Weber, it's almost certainly going to be your best option"
#9
Whatcha Smokin
4.8
(6)
"Whatcha smoking is best in the state."
"Get outside the metro to Whatcha Smokin."
"Whatcha Smokin in Luther or Cornbred in Ames is leagues better than anything in Des Moines."
"Watcha smoking is the correct answer."
"Whatcha Smokin is the best BBQ in Iowa, and it’s not that close."
"Not quite Des Moines, but Watcha Smokin is my favorite BBQ in Iowa."
#10
Skylight Inn
4.7
(6)
"It’s not fancy but it will make you want to go out of your way to drive back for more."
"I drive five hours round trip to get Skylight Inn."
"The Skylight Inn in Ayden! Best BBQ in the state!"
"Skylight Inn in Ayden or Sam Jones in Greenville or Raleigh."
"Skylight inn Ayden Nc."
"Skylight or Sam Jones (Same thing) or B's."
#11
Panther City BBQ
4.5
(6)
"Panther city bbq jalapeño cheese sausage !!!!!!"
"Their fusion menu is addictive."
"Panther City BBQ all day"
"Panther City or Dayne’s."
"Panther city is pretty strong."
"Panther city is very good."
#12
Rudy's BBQ
4.5
(6)
"Rudy’s BBQ, and if you’re going up 35, Blacks BBQ in Lockhart-dubbed BBQ capital is outstanding"
"I Love Rudy's BBQ! Their ribs and turkey are awesome!"
"Rudy's has the best brisket, so it's the best *real* barbecue."
"Rudy's hands down"
"I like rudys in chandler but that’s cause I’m not from town and I don’t know where the real stuff is lol"
"Rudy’s BBQ never disappoints - half hottie, 1/2 lb turkey and potato salad is a solid meal"
#13
B's BBQ
5.0
(5)
"B's in Greenville or Sam Jones in Winterville."
"B’s BBQ in Greenville is the best to me."
"B’s in Greenville."
"B’s BBQ in Greenville, Skylight in Ayden and Sam Jones in Raleigh."
"B's BBQ Greenville, NC."
#14
407 BBQ
5.0
(5)
"407 BBQ might be your spot."
"Another rec for 407."
"407 is amazing!"
"407 BBQ in Argyle is probably the best in the area."
"Is the best BBQ close by in my opinion."
#15
Project BBQ
5.0
(5)
"Project BBQ is some of the best you'll get within 90 miles of jc."
"As everyone said project BBQ has the top spot for barbecue."
"Project BBQ is in a league of its own."
"Project Bbq is head and shoulders above everything else."
"Project BBQ in JC."
#16
Station 8 BBQ
5.0
(5)
"All good choices."
"Station 8"
"Station 8!"
"Hands down, and there's nothing that even sniffs close."
"And it's not even close."
#17
Caldwell's
5.0
(5)
"Caldwells all the way."
"Caldwell’s"
"In Mesa, Caldwell's."
"Caldwell’s"
"Just went to Caldwells for the second time. Can’t recommend it enough."
#18
Hurtado's BBQ
4.8
(5)
"Hurtado in downtown fw"
"Hurtado BBQ."
"Hurtados is my favorite lately. Get the Texas Twinkie"
"Hurtado is great."
"Hurtado is the only place that I've been that comes close."
#19
Hutchins BBQ
4.8
(5)
"Hutchins or bust!"
"Hutchins is king"
"Hutchins BBQ in Southlake delicious."
"Hutchins is great, Hurtado in Arlington, panther island."
"Hutchins and 407 BBQ are my recs but expect to drop at least a bill for 2 people."
#20
Spitfire
4.8
(5)
"Spitfire by far. The place is amazing"
"Spitfire all the way"
"Would recommend!"
"Their beef brisket is (or was) amazing."
"Spitfire used to be awesome. I haven't been in a couple of years but never had a bad meal and the ribs were always great"
#21
BBQ Shop
4.6
(5)
"BBQ Shop, A&R BBQ & Rendezvous are the must haves in the city."
"BBQ Shop on Madison Avenue is about the best all around place you will find."
"Bbq shop is the only choice."
"Folks that work there seem to have been there for a while and very hospitable!"
"On Madison in midtown."
#22
Dayne's BBQ
4.4
(5)
"Daynes, panther city, goldees, smoke-a-holics, brix. All great choices."
"Dayne's is my favorite."
"Daynes and Panther City."
"Daynes."
"Daynes in Aledo, Goldies is great."
#23
Stamey's
4.0
(5)
"I do think Stamey’s is legitimately good bbq."
"Try Stameys."
"Stamey’s in Greensboro."
"I'm loyal to Stamey's though. I grew up on it."
"Stameys is in Greensboro and a good Lexington style."
#24
Goldee's BBQ
5.0
(4)
"If you're willing to wait in line Goldee's in Ft Worth is #1 on the Texas monthly list."
"Goldee’s!"
"Goldees is worth the wait."
"Goldees is great, was listed as the #1 spot in Texas."
#25
Kue’d
5.0
(4)
"Kue’d is hands down the best."
"Kue’d is my favorite."
"Kue’d and Smokey D’s."
"Kue’d in Waukee. I also like Smokey D’s."
#26
Redneck BBQ Lab
5.0
(4)
"Drive out to either Redneck BBQ Lab or plan to get to B’s BBQ early."
"Redneck BBQ Lab in Four Oaks."
"The Redneck BBQ Lab just off I40 at Hwy 210 near Raleigh is fantastic."
"A pit stop at Redneck BBQ lab in Smithfield on the side of a convenience store is worth it for the burnt ends!"
#27
Killer Wail
5.0
(4)
"Killer Wail does amazing brisket and the occasional beef ribs."
"Does amazing brisket and the occasional beef ribs."
"Killerwail has the best brisket in town imo."
"Killerwail - amazing brisket, sausage and sides."
#28
Sabar BBQ
4.8
(4)
"The best BBQ in the city right now is Sabar."
"You absolutely have to try Sabah."
"Look up Sabar BBQ. They are former Goldie's pitmasters. Fantastic fusion brisket."
"Sabar BBQ. Severely underrated but my personal favorite."
#29
Archibald's
4.8
(4)
"I think Archibald's is great."
"Make sure you get lots of sauce and a loaf white bread."
"Archibalds is the best bbq in town."
"I’m sticking with Archibald’s but it has to be the one in Northport."
#30
Eric's Family Barbecue
4.8
(4)
"Erics family BBQ in Avondale is the shit."
"Eric’s Family Barbecue in Avondale. Don’t sleep on it!"
"The best BBQ ever is Eric’s Family Barbecue!"
"Eric's Family Barbecue in Avondale."
#31
Pork on a Fork
4.8
(4)
"Pork on a fork north phoenix has always done well by me."
"I absolutely love Pork on a Fork."
"Pork on a Fork, and it's not even close."
"Pork on a Fork"
#32
Sweet Baby Ray's
4.5
(4)
"Sweet Baby Ray’s."
"Gotta be sweet baby rays man it's like liquid gold for ribs and chicken."
"Sweet baby rays makes some great stuff for 'easy to find'."
"Baby Rays is pretty darn good."
#33
Lewis BBQ
4.3
(4)
"Trust me, that’s the best brisket I’ve had in the southeast so far…."
"John Lewis was Franklin's (Austin) pit master."
"Not really worth it if you just did franklins in tx."
"Lewis Barbecue is good....BUT very peppery."
#34
Smokey D's
4.3
(4)
"Smokey D's is the best by far."
"D’s is good, better than jethros."
"Smokey Ds is pretty solid."
"I like Smokey d’s for best."
#35
Black Powder
4.3
(4)
"Black Powder in Jamestown or Hurseys in Burlington are my picks."
"Black powder and eat there to get their fries hot and crispy."
"If you're will to drive a bit the black powder in Jamestown and Steve's in graham are both solid."
"Black Powder-Greensboro/Jamestown (you'll understand once you get here)."
#36
Offset
4.3
(4)
"Offset is just a tier above."
"Offset is an amazing Alabama BBQ place.... Alabama BBQ specializes in pork and chicken, which Offset does amazingly."
"Def love Offset."
"Offset is amazing. Not exactly Texas style, but definitely my favorite BBQ in the city."
#37
Big Nate's
4.0
(4)
"Big Nate’s. Caldwell and bonus points."
"Big nates and jalapeno bucks if they count"
"Big Nate’s"
"Big Nate’s in East Mesa is good."
#38
Dyer's
5.0
(3)
"Dyers hands down best in town, if I’m in a restaurant I want to be waited on, Dyers service is top of the game!"
"Dyers is always my favorite"
"I’ve always been a huge fan of Dyer’s"
#39
Park Street
5.0
(3)
"Park Street is the best one."
"I'd say go to the Park Street one."
"Park Street was the best I've had so far"
#40
Swig 'N Swine
5.0
(3)
"Myrtle Beach."
"Is as good as it gets! Everything there is fantastic."
"Is the best in the city of Myrtle."
#41
Bedlam BBQ
5.0
(3)
"Bedlam BBQ is the best."
"I’ve been going to Bedlam for years and cannot recommend them enough."
"Specifically for ribs: Bedlam BBQ. Other joints are better in other ways, but these are hands down the best for ribs."
#42
Cozy Corner
5.0
(3)
"Cozy Corner"
"Hell man, even as a vegan I know Cozy Corner is the spot."
"Cozy Corner"
#43
Prairie Dog
5.0
(3)
"Oh man, I am obsessed with the pulled pork from Prairie Dog."
"Prairie Dog for taste and value."
"Prairie Dog is my go to for the best value between price and quality."
#44
Rolling Smoke
5.0
(3)
"Rolling Smoke in Luther is worth the drive."
"Rollin Smoke for sure."
"Their sides and burnt ends are excellent."
#45
Cattleack
5.0
(3)
"Cattleack Bbq"
"Is one of the best in the state."
"Cattleack in Farmers Branch, TX."
#46
A&M BBQ
5.0
(3)
"A&M BBQ in Sebastopol is the real deal."
"Top quality fresh smoked meat. This place is legit."
"A&M in Sebastopol, so so good. I dream about the brisket."
#47
Tyler's
4.7
(3)
"Tyler's is the best BBQ."
"Tyler’s and Spicy Mike’s are by far the best in the middle of the city."
"I really like Tyler’s. I like Rudy’s too, but it’s a chain instead or mom and pop."
#48
Payne's
4.7
(3)
"Paynes for the sandwich, BBQ Shop for the ribs."
"Payne's is the only answer."
"Chopped pork sandwich at Payne's or BBQ Shop."
#49
Smokey Mo's
4.7
(3)
"I rocked his world with the 'Franklin' style brisket with only Salt and Pepper out of my pellet smoker."
"Must shout out Smokey Mo’s if anyone is in Tucson."
"I really enjoy smokey mo's for what it is, there is no shame at all on that take."
#50
Grand Ole BBQ
4.7
(3)
"I prefer Grand Ole BBQ because of their diverse selection of classic dishes and styles."
"The BBQ they serve is 🔥🔥."
"Grand Ole BBQ y Asado - especially Sunday for Argentinian specialties."
#51
ZZQ
4.7
(3)
"AMAZING smoked BBQ seitan. Highly recommend."
"My personal favorite is ZZQ in RVA."
"Maybe ZZQ?"
#52
Eric's
4.7
(3)
"Eric’s in Avondale is the only place in town."
"Eric’s hands down."
"Eric’s is the way to go."
#53
Willard's
4.7
(3)
"Not afraid to come on here and stump for Willards in Chantilly."
"Willards burnt ends burrito is unique and delicious."
"Willard's in Chantilly"
#54
Brown's BBQ
4.7
(3)
"My personal favorite is Brown's BBQ on south Lamar."
"The best bbq place is Browns BBQ and soul food."
"Brown’s BBQ and Soul Food."
#55
Hayden Block
4.7
(3)
"I like Hayden Block best, but Prairie Dog is a bigger space with big tables."
"Hayden block."
"Hayden Block (and their subsidiaries) has had pretty consistent high quality since about a year after their opening."
#56
George's Happy Hog
4.7
(3)
"Georges’s is closed on Mondays but they are amazing!"
"George’s Happy Hog is fantastic, and old, but some of the greatest."
"PITA to get there but open on Monday AND they smoke with Pecan wood, always a plus."
#57
2Fifty BBQ
4.3
(3)
"If you’re willing to go to Riverdale, 2Fifty BBQ is excellent."
"I think the food at the OG 2Fifty in Riverdale Park MD is better."
"I heard that 2Fifty BBQ in DC (K Street) is pretty good."
#58
Joe's Real BBQ
4.3
(3)
"Joes Real BBQ in Gilbert"
"Joe's real BBQ and Caldwell county BBQ in Gilbert."
"Joes real bbq in downtown Gilbert!"
#59
Aldi
4.3
(3)
"The Aldi kamado is hard to beat for bang for your buck."
"If you just want to cook over charcoal, you might want to check out the Aldi Kamado for about £299."
"Get an Aldi kamado"
#60
Angelo's BBQ
4.3
(3)
"Angelo's is our favorite!"
"Angelo’s has been around 60 years."
"Old school Angelo’s."
#61
Smithfield's
4.3
(3)
"I'm a big fan of Smithfield's off of Elm-Eugene."
"Smithfields should get some love."
"My favorite is Smithfield's eastern style."
#62
Pik N Pig
4.3
(3)
"Worth the trip."
"Pik n Pig. They run out so need to call."
"A hidden gem is the Pik N Pig in Carthage."
#63
Muffs
4.0
(3)
"Sounds like Muffs is worth a visit."
"Muffs in Bromborough is nice"
"Muffs in Bromborough, and Lewis’ in Greasby are both very high quality."
#64
Cactus Bob's
4.0
(3)
"Cactus Bob's in Johnston!!"
"Great food and understated location."
"I like Cactus Bob's a lot."
#65
Brix BBQ
4.0
(3)
"Pretty damn good brisket and sausage."
"BRIX."
"Brix is great."
#66
Hutchins
4.0
(3)
"Hutchins is my vote!"
#67
Teddy's BBQ
4.0
(3)
"Rocks!"
"Teddys BBQ El Sancho Food Truck"
"Weslaco - Teddy's (slipping fast after TM fame)"
#68
Chad's
4.0
(3)
"In Edgewater."
"Or Bark in stevensville for BBQ."
#69
Bark BBQ
3.7
(3)
"Bark in Stevensville. Bark. Bark. Bark."
"Across the bridge in Stevensville."
"Everywhere else is trash."
#70
Bricks
3.7
(3)
"Seconding 'Bricks'! My carnivorous husband loves it!"
"Bricks smoked meats, downtown."
"Bricks is good. It's the best mediocre bbq."
#71
Little Pigs BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Is my personal favorite."
"Little Pigs has 2 locations; both are excellent."
#72
Sims BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Sims is the best."
"Sims is the best."
#73
Ain't She Grand BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Ain't She Grand in Donna. Fantastic bbq."
"Ain't she grand bbq in Donna if you're willing to get outside McAllen."
#74
Papa Bears BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Papa bears if you're in the far east valley apache junction area."
"Hidden Gem - PAPA BEARS in AJ. Trust."
#75
Mill River BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Another vote for Mill River in St Albans!"
"Come up to St. Albans. Mill River. The wings are absolutely the best in the state."
#76
Hideaway BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Best wings, good brisket, great ribs, and tasty sides."
"Hideaway in Odenton is the only answer."
#77
When Pigs Fly BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Best BBQ in the city."
"Are my favorites."
#78
Pottery Grill
5.0
(2)
"I prefer Pottery Grill in Cottondale."
"Best BBQ Chicken, Ribs and Slaw!"
#79
ShortE's
5.0
(2)
"ShortE's is the best IMO."
"ShortE's and Kue'd are the best in the metro."
#80
Luke's BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Is some of the best BBQ I've ever eaten."
"They are Lukes BBQ, and Smokies."
#81
Burnt Bean
5.0
(2)
"As others have mentioned, Burnt Bean is incredible!"
"Incredible food, my favorite BBQ spot in the state."
#82
Reese Bros
5.0
(2)
"Partial to Reese as Elliott & Nick Reese are top notch dudes."
"I really enjoy Reese Bros too."
#83
Moose Creek BBQ
5.0
(2)
"Moose Creek is still the only bbq place I've ever had that I've thought was genuinely good"
"Not exactly in Seattle but I highly recommend this place Moose Creek BBQ"
#84
Offset BBQ
4.5
(2)
"Offset BBQ has the best brisket in the city!"
"I think it’s the most underrated spot on the north side."
#85
Ruthie’s BBQ
4.5
(2)
"Ruthie’s brisket is phenomenal."
"Ruthie’s All Day is certainly worth a go."
#86
Heffer
4.5
(2)
"Heffer. 100% the best BBQ in town."
"Texan here. Heffer for sure."
#87
Dub's BBQ
4.5
(2)
"Yes, Dubs is the best"
"Thanks for the help y’all! We settled on Dub’s and it was pretty good!"
#88
Briley's
4.5
(2)
"I second this. Gumbo and hush puppies on the side, or the brisket chili when they have it. Ribs are always a good choice"
"Best I’ve had is Brileys. Brisket was on point."
#89
Smoque BBQ
4.0
(2)
"Smoque. Green street smoked meats."
"Smoque BBQ on Pulaski"
#90
Heseltines
4.0
(2)
"Looking for that traditional UK sourced product. Will look into hessletines"
"Heseltines in Upton Village however, sound af, proper old school butchers"
#91
Cattleack BBQ
4.0
(2)
"Cattleack barbecue is worth the trip I promise."
"Cattleack BBQ is worth the trip I promise."
#92
Q39
4.0
(2)
"Q39."
"Q39 is def a great choice."
#93
Lillie's Q
4.0
(2)
"Lillie's Q has an excellent brisket"
"Lilly’s Q is good too but i think that’s more Carolina, not sure."
#94
Eric's Family BBQ
4.0
(2)
"Eric's family BBQ, Avondale."
"Eric's Family Barbecue in Avondale."
#95
Corky's BBQ
4.0
(2)
"Get Corky’s BBQ FedEx d overnight from Memphis."
"Interesting no one has mentioned CORKYS?!!!"
#96
Smokehouse
4.0
(2)
"Smokehouse!"
"Smokehouse in Zona Rosa is pretty good"
#97
Heim BBQ
2.3
(3)
"Best I've had is Heim."
"Heim has really fallen off since the main guy left."
"Heim is terrible."
#98
Burn Co
3.5
(2)
"Burn Co, Leon’s Smoke Shack, Alley Cat."
"Burn Co, Albert G's (Harvard location is best), Nicky's."
#99
Soul and Smoke
3.5
(2)
"I always thought it was pretty good and I hope they are doing well."
"Soul and Smoke you can tell that their postmaster knows how to make good brisket, it’s just not every time it."
#100
Risky's BBQ
1.0
(2)
"Been eating at Risky's for bbq? Sheesh, just pick anywhere else."
"There’s about two dozen places better than Risky’s lmao."
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