12 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Chapel Hill

“Outdoor seating is best ambience but there is indoor as well. Great brisket, ribs, okra... I don't even like hush puppies usually but these, sweet, light, deliciousVegetarian options: Side veggies galoreKid-friendliness: A great outdoor courtyard for kids to sit at picnic benches or run around“

“I love this place. I came here with my husband and son for dinner and was very happy. The food is amazing. My husband and I have eaten at several Korean restaurants since moving to NC and this is by far the best. We will make the return trip in the very near future.“

“We found Blues on Franklin after doing some research for best BBQ around Chapel Hill and the reviews are not wrong! Family run business making the best bbq we have ever had! The owner and his family are so nice and were very accommodating to us! If you are ever in the area you have to stop- you will not regret it! And the desserts- OMG! Banana pudding to die for and the apple crisp was amazing too! Will definitely be back if Baseball brings us back down to the area. Would have more pics but didn’t think to take them until most of the food was gone.“

“First time here, credit card machine broken; second around time was a charm. Great food, parking lot configuration is traditional Cookout, know your tray and follow the cones going in. Order was quick and precise, line moved rapidly, food was hot and ready to roll. Preferred Tray: Reg cue sandwich, puppies and quesadilla with a Cheerwine or the only other alternative Huge Sweet Tea.“

“please lose the QR menus. I agree with the baby boomers this is a terrible way to have menus. I literally want to just give you money for food and yall are making it very difficult. its 100 degrees outside, open your dining room already.“

“This food was well worth the wait! We have named them the best food truck to come to Roxboro. Grab the seasoned platter, banana pudding, and succotash..no disappointment! Sorry, we ate it all so fast and only have empty plate pictures to share, lol“

“We had lunch at Allen & Son today, and everything was delicious. We had the X-Large BBQ Plate with cole slaw, fried okra and hush puppies, and the barbecue certainly lived up to the Allen & Son reputation! It was great! Thanks for a great lunch!“

“Great every times I’ve been there.“

“Our office placed a last minute order today for a small holiday luncheon. Everything was delicious! most importantly, the service was excellent! We left without our banana pudding and the staff went above and beyond to get us our desserts! thank for you an enjoyable meal :)“

“My Dad and I stopped in here after seeing many great reviews and recommendations. The beef brisket was very tasty and had a wonderful smokey flavor without having too much sauce. Great coleslaw and extra crispy fries. Good service and food came very quickly!“

“Fantastic dinner. Picked up on the go after a day at the lake. Everything was spectacular. We will be returning from SoDu to visit here again.“

“I am a student at UNC Chapel Hill, and when my mom visited town we ordered City BBQ. The meat was amazing their pulled pork was so juicy and tender! The swine wine sauce was the best barbecue sauce we had ever had. After eating our first order we ordered two more pounds of meat to have for the rest of the week! The chocolate cake was divine! Definitely will become a regular staple!“