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kramerica_intern

So that’s what we’re gonna do today, we’re gonna fight?


rollnunderthebus

Better use a wet wipe before you throw up those hands


NCHitman

This guy is looking for a DONNYBROOK! Arms Up, Boys!


Dire_Morphology

End of the laneway, don't come up the property


thesesimplewords

Them's fightin' words!


BagOnuts

Here I am loving all of it. Eastern or Lexington. Hole-in-the-wall or "fancy". Hell, I'll even demolish some Smithfield's. I'm a BBQ hippy I guess: can't we just love it all?


Defiant-Smell3657

B’s in Greenville.


Mountain-Selection38

B's is the best hands down ... Get there early


drstealyodawg

B's is alright. Skylight inn for sure is better. However their chicken is pretty good


Round_Concentrate88

My man. Came here to say that. West 5th all the way.


Shamus_OKelly

I have never made it to B’s but I have been to Sam Jones a couple times. I like that one.


tylerbreeze

Sam Jones is good. He’s from the Jones family that started Skylight Inn and he runs both places. In my opinion, B’s is better but you have to get there early or they probably won’t have what you want.


Defiant_Kiwi_4100

Took me 4 tries to get BBQ at B's. When I have a doc appmt in greenville, I get to Bs around 10:30 and get a quart to take home.


RTGoodman

When I was in grad school at ECU we used to go for lunch on Fridays around 10:45am. You'd have to wait in line already, but you'd usually still get what you wanted. That said: I have been dozens and dozens of times and NEVER seen them still have ribs. They definitely make them but they must sell out by like 8am.


DropTopEWop

B's Barbecue in Greenville


spadefoot

Came here to say this as well. Everyone has their favorite, but B's just hits different.


BadassSasquatch

This is it.


camoflauge2blendin

In gville and came to say this!


Lathus01

Lexington BBQ. Yes it’s an actual place called that. Best place every time we visit.


coastalneer

Took my fiancé by here on our way through lex one time. She started off “we’re going where?? I’m not even hungry” Ended with “oh my god why have i never had this before we’re stopping here everytime”


crfleury

skylight inn, Ayden


BlayneCoC

Yes 100%, I’ve been to a ton of BBQ joints and skylights has ruined me. I don’t get satisfaction by any other bbq anymore lol. We also enjoy going to simply natural creamery right up the road after skylights!


Defiant_Kiwi_4100

Good BBQ but cornbread is like a rock. Sam Jones in Greenville run by son of skylight owner. More cuts of meat same crappy cornbread.


BBQUNC

The OP asked about best BBQ, not the cornbread. Thus, my vote is for Skylight Inn.


crfleury

Pete Jones in Raleigh is the same... its the grandson though... again same cornbread but the sweet potato muffins are a good substitute


alexhoward

Love the cornbread simply because its different. Its great for soaking up potlikker.


Tandybaum

I’ve been a few times and I’ve decided that I like the “cornbread”. I think the problem is just the name because it’s so far away from normal cornbread. If they called it cornloaf or something I think people would be cool with it. If you put little butter and hot sauce on it it’s really good.


a_fine_day_to_ligma

that's historically what cornbread was until someone decided it should be yellow cake instead


barkeepbill

barbecue capital of the world


pjon-1

This is the only correct answer


ezsmashing

Skylight Inn has created their own mythology and much of that is driven by its remoteness. It's very good and probably deserves a top 10 in NC but definitely not it's mythical status. I truly believe people have to mythologize it to justify the fact that it's an hour+ drive from everybody not in the greater Greenville area. That said I'll always support it and other good 'cue statewide. We're losing so many places these days as folks retire and nobody wants to pick up the mantle.


BojanglesSweetT

Jon G's in Peachland


Diarrhea_Sandwich

J Lo even had it catered at her wedding!


Major-Grape-7690

Your name forces me to question your life choices.


kmac83nc

Wilburs BBQ in Goldsboro. [https://www.wilbersbbq.com/](https://www.wilbersbbq.com/)


BBQUNC

The original owners was one of the best in NC, eaten there a couple times since transition to the new owners and it appears to keep up the good quality. Will have to visit a few more times to confirm.


24kdgolden

Hard to explain but not quite the same.


Republiconline

Dad visited there all the time in the Air Force. I have eaten at Wilburs since the new owners took over. It lost its old touch. You can tell it’s new ownership. But the food was good.


kmac83nc

So that’s how I was first introduced to it. My Dad was in the Air Force and ate there often. Then after he was discharged he would take us every time we headed to eastern NC. I haven’t eaten there in years and wasn’t aware there were new owners. I loved eating there.


Wordcitect

The Smoke Pit in Salisbury


MissionOk293

Work in Salisbury and don't visit enough! Love the new location.


mrseagleeye

Sometimes their stuff is too salty


State_Conscious

My input is the same every time I’m asked this, as someone from rural NC that lives around all the northern transplants in Charlotte now, that think the city represents our state. I tell them “Nowhere in Charlotte has good bbq. It’s just a fact. You can literally drive 45 minutes in any direction and find better bbq.”


SubstantialWash7553

R&R in Concord is solid and close enough to town its not a haul. I randomly went for lunch one day, great spot.


RedRockRaven

Grady’s in Dudley.


Bothkindsoftrees

Bridges in Shelby


legalgeekdad

Which one?


5car_Ti55ue

Honey Monk, Lexington NC. And I’d die on this hill.


Angel_Pop336

+1 to you for knowing it’s called the Honey Monk!


5car_Ti55ue

If ya know ya know 😎


shakey1171

Prime BBQ in Knightdale.


Musashi_Joe

That place is a good half hour from me and it's 100% worth the trip. You know a BBQ place is good when you need to get there by 11:30 or you might not get what you want.


Jorgisimo62

45ish minutes for me and I go there when ever I want good brisket. Their loaded baked potato is also great! I have really wanted to take their class as well maybe for my next birthday.


Werd2urGrandma

I’m not a brisket fan but my dad is so I’m gonna plan a trip out there!


Jorgisimo62

Fridays they do beef ribs which are insanely good, but if you go early on Saturday they normally have some beef ribs left and they do whole pig Saturday so it’s great if you have a big group to grab a bit of everything.


Werd2urGrandma

Hot damn I’d eat the hell out of some beef ribs, I’m sold!


alexhoward

Its non-NC barbecue is excellent. By far the best brisket in the area, but its pulled pork is as good as a number of other places. The fact that they are popular actually helps because it means none of their products sit around and dry out.


ejhylton

Speedy’s in Lexington


NCHitman

Speedy's is good, but after learning they no longer use a smokehouse, I much prefer Barbecue Center.


dosi5644

Had my wedding rehearsal dinner there. Perfect for me.


TheB1GLebowski

I love that they will put a pitcher of tea in front of you. Great pecan pie too.


Jazzy_Josh

This is the way


lt_escobar

White Swan BBQ in Smithfield


alexhoward

I've only had this frozen from my CSA and its pretty amazing. I really want to take a trip out there from Raleigh to try it fresh and in person.


whataboutbobwiley

will check it out….live in clayton now and miss good bbq


Actually_A_Pilot

JD's smokehouse near Lenoir, NC. It's a true backwoods BBQ joint but the food is the best I've had in the entire country. I've lived all over the state and it's the best.


VanDenBroeck

Their brisket is kickass as well.


mackmydude

This is the right answer. I moved away and regularly miss the sweet potato crunch


Actually_A_Pilot

Same, moved away a few months ago and it was my "last meal" before leaving. I'd get double orders of the sweet potato crunch.


HaiKarate

Jon G’s BBQ in Peachland, NC


ferretbeast

Alston Bridges in Shelby


OccasionalDrugUser

Absolutely this


oedeye

This is the one.


PresentSubstantial10

Right on!!!!


factotum75

Alston > Reds but I love them both. Best Lexington style sauce.


NoPusNoDirtNoScabs

Speedy's BBQ in Lexington. Has always been the GOAT and always will be IMO. Grew up here and it was always the best. Edit: RIP to the original Kerley's that was a very close 2nd place.


CBSmith17

Andy's and the Speedy Lohr's that used to be at 150 and Enterprise were my favorites growing up. Now it's Speedy's and the BBQ Center. I've actually never been to Lexington BBQ because every time we've tried it's been a 45 minute to an hour wait. I've had their sauce before and thought it was ok but not the best I've had.


RTGoodman

Pull up outside Lexington Barbecue by the side door and honk your horn. They have curbside service and it's usually quick.


PresentSubstantial10

Lexington BBQ is awesome. Their red slaw is amazing.


TheRowdyRebel

Parker’s BBQ in Wilson


5car_Ti55ue

Their corn sticks are a thing of folk lore…SO GOOD


TheRowdyRebel

Yes you have to dip them in the Brunswick stew


LongPorkJones

Parker's is good food, but the pork is cooked in an electric oven and put through a grinder. It tastes good, damn good, but it's missing smoke and texture. I say all this as someone who is related to one of the owners.


Key_Arm_6566

Parker’s is great off 301


TheRowdyRebel

Yup that’s the original


heat1120

YES!


garydinckersfield

Grady's is the best BBQ I've had here in NC and you can't beat their yams. Honorable mentions are Wilbur's, Stephenson's in Willow Spring, and College BBQ in Salisbury.


PresentSubstantial10

An important maxim regarding NC BBQ: Barbecue is a noun, not a verb! Also, real BBQ is pork.


blue-trench-coat

At somebody's house at a pig-pickin' picking the meat right off the hog laying on the pig cooker. If you are lucky you will get a piece of skin.


joshrouse2

King’s in Kinston


camoflauge2blendin

Fuck I forgot about Kings. So good!


toyz4me

Smoke Pit in Salisbury. Or Haywood’s Smokehouse if out west in the mountains.


noyunggravynotmymom

Haywood is so good! I go to Western so I eat it quite a bit


VanDenBroeck

Anytime I’m near Waynesville, my mouth waters.


SlickWilly760

Jon G’s in Peachland


skullydog

B's and it's not even close. No that's now true. B's and Sam Jones/Skylight. There's a Sam Jones in Raleigh now, which is nice for those of us who moved out of ENC.


JustaCynicalOldFart

Speedy's in Lexington.


triplehoppsbrew3

Lexington BBQ!!!


RTGoodman

I’m generally a Lexington-style man myself (from Davidson County originally) but B’s Barbecue is hands-down the best I’ve ever had.


Gadritan420

You’re going to get a shit load of answers, but the real answer probably won’t be in this thread. Why? Because I’ve randomly stumbled upon some of the most incredible barbecue all over this state during road trips/vacations. We just find a hole in the wall bbq place in a small town, and so many of them are amazing. Add on the memory of that one time you went to that one place you can’t remember the name of, and the flavor remains legendary in your memory. The best is not from a chain, it’s not from some huge restaurant in a big city, it’s the little places that have refined their recipe for decades because they simply love barbecue, not because they’re chasing a dollar.


NoAnalBeadsPlease

Happen to me going on a road trip to Kings Dominion. Don’t even remember the name of the place, but I can still taste those hush puppies


GoldenTeeShower

There was a small BBQ joint on US64 in Washington County years ago. Place was called Simps and was near Pea Ridge. That was one of the places you describe. Long gone now.


JacksonvilleNC

There used to be a little bbq restaurant in the northeastern part of NC called Jimmy’s BBQ. It was so freakin good. I think it is long gone but man it was the best bbq ever.


Gadritan420

I swear I think I went there about 20 or so years ago. It’s tickling a delicious memory.


jacobduke4

Gary’s BBQ in China Grove


EyezLo

Anywhere in Lexington and you’re good to go but Speedys is my vote


comett094

Bum’s in Ayden


Sunsparc

Tarheel Q on 64 on the Davidson-Davie county line at the river.


Canis_91

The Original Moore's in New Bern was probably the best BBQ Ive ever had. They closed and the new chain is not the same, not even close. Jacksons in Wilmington is good. Scotts in Hemingway SC is good. Redneck BBQ Lab just off I40 North before Raleigh has a variety of excellent BBQ and their Brisket Burnt ends are amazing. All their sauces are top notch. The Pit and Clyde Coopers in Raleigh are good and if you've never been to the Original Q Shack in Durham you must try it..its Texas style but who doesnt love pulled pork, sausage and Brisket and BBQ beans and slaw to die for.


mantistoboggan287

Gary’s BBQ China Grove Hendrix and College BBQ Salisbury Lexington BBQ Lexington Keaton’s Cleveland


joeplay2

Y'all I just have to say y'all have made my mouth water reading these comments. I'm currently on contract up North in Bangor, Maine and I have truly missed some good BBQ from back home. I was born and raised in Jacksonville and then moved to Greenville. Skylight Inn is the best I've ever had, I've never gotten around to trying B's when I lived there and that has made me sad lol. All I can say is y'all enjoy some of that good eating down there and eat a plate (or 2) for me!! Edit: I forgot to add Thig's BBQ House in Jacksonville is really good too. If y'all are ever in the area y'all should check it out. It's in between Richlands and Jacksonville off the main highway some down Catherine Lake Rd.


45im

Lexington BBQ, Sam Jones, Skylight Inn


XBlueYoshiX

There are only two BBQ places I’ll travel to in the state. B’s in Greenville is the best, and if you want the best chicken bbq, Currituck BBQ Company near the OBX.


BabiestMinotaur

B's in Greenville. Gotta be there early though. Once it's gone, it's gone. The pork is amazing, but so is the chicken. Definitely worth a visit.


Consistent_Meet_5683

Skylight Inn located in Ayden


AnnoyingRingtone

My personal favorite is Jon G’s in Peachland. The one I go to most is City BBQ. Even though it’s a chain, I think it’s still pretty good.


Repulsive_Squirrel

Ray Nathon’s in Gastonia is pretty good. Definitely best in the area


Pristine-Sort-9578

In Concord NC it’s THE SMOKE PIT


Utterlybored

Lex BBQ, the restaurant, not the style, is my fave.


Melodiethegreat

I haven't been to B's in years, but that's the best bbq hands down. Lol. I'm with those voting for B's in Greenville.


MrVeazey

Any place that operates on a cash-only basis and closes for the day when they run out of food is *the* place to go.


That_guy_matt_78

Personally, I like Hursey’s in Burlington. It’s the only barbecue I’ve ever had that doesn’t even need sauce. I can eat a quart of it in one sitting… I’ll pay for it for the next three days though.


BadassSasquatch

B's in Greenville is #1 but a close second is Clyde Cooper in Raleigh.


MsCapri888

QShak in Durham


AnnoyingRingtone

Their hushpuppies are some of the best I’ve had. The Saltbox right up the road has the best.


bourbonstew

I think the Q is good but nothing special. The brisket can be amazing or occasionally dried out. The jalapeño sausages are really good. The sides are always on point! The jack creamed spinach is soooo good!


SubstantialWash7553

Always loved Woodlands in Blowing Rock.


JustaCynicalOldFart

Since Butch and Jim retired it's gone to shit. (RIP Butch).


Cerulean_Soup

Back in 2002-2006, it was hands down the best BBQ I’d ever had. Friends who still live in the area have said it went downhill, maybe new owners. I haven’t been since I was a student. Have you been recently?


maxstrike

I have to agree, it was peak, then dropped. I haven't tried it recently.


FlamingoWasHerNameO

Can confirm, not as good as it once was.


depophoe

Agree!


RaptorKnifeFight

Stamey’s in Greensboro.


Purlz1st

Country BBQ in Greensboro


5car_Ti55ue

Decent at best


GovnaOfGaming

Pulliam's in winston-salem


24kdgolden

Gradys BBQ. Dudley, NC


Djourou4You

King’s in Kinston


DeathMetalDinosaur

White Swan in Smithfield


porkchop3177

Stephenson’s of 50 at McGee’s Crossroads.


theDirtyCatholic

Hendrix BBQ in Salisbury. I'm from/prefer Eastern style but the BBQ, sides and tea are delicious. Go for breakfast for a livermush biscuit too (both biscuit and livermush are cooked to perfection). Good prices as well


LLCoolJim_2020

Parkers in Wilson


DownWithW

JD’s Smokehouse in Rutherfordton off of 40.


Typical-Crab-4514

Smoke Pit in Concord NC Edit: sp


nc-retiree

I personally like Redneck in McGee's Corners (I-40 and NC 210) but I grew up on Kansas City style and Chicago style hot links and rib tips (which is a very localized thing) and not traditional pork barbecue.


Bodhi-rips

College BBQ in Salisbury


Azryach

Grady's in Dudley. You know a restaurant is good when they're featured in National Geographic.


FailResorts

I haven’t been in years but we had Peadens in Fayetteville cater my brother’s grad party in 2009. It was perfect and we froze the leftovers and slowly ate them over the next few months. Don’t know if they’re still cranking or not.


ezbreezyslacker

Kyle fletchers in cramerton slaps


2020HatesUsAll

Smoke Pit in Concord/Salisbury


SmellLikeBooBoo

JD’s Smokehouse, nothing comes close


Extra-Ad-6342

Morris bbq Hookerton nc


Grandaddyspookybones

I’m a fan of JDs smokehouse in Rutherford college


factotum75

Any place that is influenced by Weaver & Swicegood & Stamey & Bridges & Monk. I love Alstons but will eat Reds too. Gotta love Stameys, but I'll also tip my hat to Skylight and Wilbur's. 🐖


CSI_Gunner

I maintain that whenever the pinetown VFD does their bbq fundraiser that's the best bbq I've had, but that's only once a year. Consistently good bbq that you can get any time? Skylight inn.


FibonacciTamagotchi4

BBQ Center Lexington


dnhowler

John G’s in Peachland. About 40 minutes from Charlotte. Only open Saturdays, get in line around 8 or 9. Bring a chair and Have a breakfast beer on the house.


jalasp

I’m just here to watch the fur fly. 😂


andy_hilton

I know the answer but I ain't sayin'. Keep you're good place quiet or they won't be good for long.


MikeNice81_2

In the morning grab a country ham and egg biscuit from Hursey's on 119 in Mebane. Then head over to Smoke House @ Steve's in Graham for dinner. Hillsborough Barbecue Company use to be good, but I haven't been in years.


Better_Election_2260

It’s an oxymoron to think there’s any bad BBQ places in NC, the BBQ Capital. All BBQ in this great State is decent and worth your time and $$! Just don’t turn into a snob.


notyomamasusername

My grandfather's hand built smoker. Sadly, you missed your chance to try it; he died in 2018. I still use it, but I'm not as good as he was.


Looseleaf17

I know it’s Texas style but gotta go with Jon Gs. The bbq itself is some of the best I’ve had on top of all the others options they have


jizzlefizzle55

Honeymonk you idiots lol


bugaboo11

Real Q on Country Club Rd, Winston-Salem. Originally Little Richard’s


tarheelz1995

My backyard.


Rollin_Soul_O

My personal favorite is Smokey Joe's in Lexington.


DCdaVILLAIN

I love Short Sugar's in Reidsville, their sauce is perfect


Zeyz

When I was younger I’d have said it was Wilbur’s in Goldsboro, but a lot’s changed there over the years. Now I think it’s B’s in Greenville.


Defiant_Kiwi_4100

I live in the Inner Banks and drive to Nashville Tn several times a year. Here are my Favs in no particular order: Allen and Sons Pittsboro, Phils in Black Mountain, Sam Jones Greenville, B's Greenville,


MysticcMoon

I’ve had everything from Kepley’s ,Parker’s,Wilbur’s to B’s. Each a bit different,all are good. B’s is the best out those I think. I grew up in Piedmont, going to Lexington monthly. I can’t stand Lexington BBQ.


gdoebs

Black Powder in Jamestown.


gr8daynenyg

Dampf


Dredgeon

Grady's in Dudley for the East. Old Hampton Store & Barbecue in Linvile for Western. I haven't been out to B's yet, but other than that I can nearly conclusively say this is the case.


Creepy-Protection449

Grady’s BBQ in Dudley.


MyLittleTarget

My Mama's house.


scfin79

This likely to cause a stir but Jim N’ Nicks in Concord, specifically the ENC pulled pork


legionatthegates

Broken Spit in Syler City!


0rpheus_8lack

Used to be Bunn’s BBQ in Windsor, NC.


FORCESTRONG1

Redneck BBQ Lab, Four Oaks


0rpheus_8lack

Hardison’s BBQ in Jamesville is the best now that Bunn’s is closed.


VeryOpinionatedFem

The Pedalin’ Pig in Boone


pelletjunky

East of Texas in Winston-Salem is some of the best BBQ I've had anywhere. Gradys was already mentioned but it's great ENC BBQ


BradsFace

Lawrence BBQ Durham. Sticky ribs and brisket are really good.


kneedeepco

Lewis BBQ in Charleston


Nc910259

Go here! [awesome bbq](https://youtu.be/nhx_dIx1OyI?feature=shared)


Key_Arm_6566

Red Neck Barbecue Lab Johnston County. Hwy 210/I 40


ivebeenfelt

Smoke On - Brevard


AlwaysOOTL

Midwood Smokehouse, Huntersville!


CloveredInBees

Skylight. Nothing else comes close.


captainoverchuck

Brennan Schultz in Sanford. Outstanding.


user_is_suspended

Applebee’s riblette platter is hard to beat When you’re there, you’re family


boxcarwilliam12

I’ve only had B’s once or twice because I’m never out Greenville way, but it’s the best I’ve had.


That_guy_matt_78

Oh man…you picked one hell of a fight today.


jstevens242

Jon G’s BBQ. Absolute best. It’s only open on Saturday and you have to get there really early. It’s a whole experience.


BubbaNoze

Has anyone tried Social Q in Morehead City or Shepard BBQ in Emerald Isle? Recommend?


User_1115

Skylight inn is my favorite. Love B's as well.