Discover North Carolina roadside and gas station BBQ joints serving authentic Carolina barbecue worth every mile.

North Carolina takes its barbecue seriously, and locals know where to find the real deal. From the vinegar-based sauces of the east to the tomato-tinged flavors of the west, this state has perfected ...

A longtime Charlotte barbecue restaurant known for its Eastern North Carolina-style chopped pork is in the process of being ...

North Carolina is famed for its legendary barbecues. Throughout the state the smoky flavors of its cities offer a unique take on this beloved culinary tradition, taking you on a culinary journey ...

In North Carolina, barbecue is a noun, and it is defined as pulled pork with a distinctive tangy vinegar sauce or “dip” as it is called in some parts of the state. No sweet tomato sauce allowed! The ...

A barbecue joint ranks as the best in North Carolina — for another straight year. Lexington Barbecue is No. 1 on a list of top places to eat the smoked Southern staple, according to results published ...

“Meat in the Middle” is the message when the smoke signals rise over the alley behind Jon and AJ Dixon’s Avondale crib. The aroma of smoldering oak carrying the essence of fatty, jiggling, ...