20 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Golden

“they are the best BBQ food“

“Seasoned Swine is great BBQ restaurant. Great menu. The BBQ is really good. I usually just get a platter so I get a taste of everything. Highly recommend“

“I have been going here for years, especially for the wings. Forsure best in the state and I haven't found any out of state that tops it either. They are unique and exquisite and I will never get enough. Thank you for creating amazing food and wonderful memories.“

“Started eating here in 2014. moved away for five years and just got back. They still got the best smoked meats🤤😋🫶“

“We were looking at an option for Christmas Eve lunch and found this gem. The food was fantastic and the service was amazing. we all had something different and it was awesome. we would totally visit here often if we didn't live in Indiana“

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Brothers BBQ absolutely blew me away — this place isn’t just good, it’s legendary! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with that perfect mix of Southern charm and genuine hospitality. The service was incredible — fast, friendly, and heartfelt — the kind of team that clearly takes pride in what they do. You can tell they love their craft, and it shows in every bite, every smile, every perfectly smoked rib that lands on the plate.

And the sauces… oh man, the sauces! I will never forget them. Each one had its own personality — smoky, tangy, sweet, bold, and unapologetically full of flavor. It was like a symphony of barbecue traditions from all over the country, right here under one roof. Honestly, I’d put Brothers BBQ right up there with the best of the best — tied for first with the legendary pits of Texas, the soulful smokehouses of St. Louis, and the tangy, mustard-rich masters of South Carolina. That’s how good this place is.

The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender, perfectly seasoned, and balanced between smoke and sauce like a well-conducted orchestra. You could taste the time, patience, and passion in every dish. The vibe was relaxed yet vibrant — locals chatting, families digging in, and everyone leaving just a little happier (and a lot fuller) than they came in.

If you love barbecue — the real kind that makes you close your eyes and smile after the first bite — you owe it to yourself to come here. Brothers BBQ isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a full-on barbecue experience that could hold its own in any of the BBQ capitals of America. I’ll be dreaming about those sauces for years to come.“

“We dined in at Fountain. The pulled pork sandwich was excellent. Very generous portion and the BBQ sauce was so yummy. We loved the smoked potato salad. The decor is spot on with great pictures! We enjoyed everything about dining there today! We will definitely be back many times!“

“What a great experience! I ordered the brisket, I wanted lean, but got moist, receipt did say lean, but that’s not what I got.
The amount of sauces to choose from is a nice touch to the experience. Regina was extremely helpful with explaining everything with her little spiel, which made it easy to understand. She definitely represents the restaurant well. Definitely will be back to get the turkey.“

“Best ribs! Great service!“

“We love M3mphiz Styl3z, we follow them for a reason and it’s because it is by far the best hands down BBQ I have had in this state! I’ve had the corporate BBQ places and they aren’t even in the same league as M3mphiz, absolutely love everything they have to offer, the brisket nachos are my fav, the beans are phenomenal, if you like BBQ, we’ll you’re gonna love M3mphiz, absolutely delicious!!“

“the atmosphere was great the band had just started 👌“

“This is by far the best BBQ ever! The only place I would recommend.“

“Lot que has the BEST bbq in the area! The brisket, turkey & burnt ends are my absolute favorite! The beans are full of flavor and delicious, and the casserole is not to be missed! Highly recommend for take out, or my favorite option which is to dine in at Lot One and order some bbq to go with it.“

“Best wings in town, I bring them home and heat them up in the oven.“

“Best place to have bbq in Lakewood!“

“Love love loved our first visit!! We came in tonight to celebrate our youngest turning 15 and we thought “it seems soooo dark”. Go to check in for our reservation and they were like, we’re running on generators and just have private parties going but let me check to see if a staff member would be willing to take you. Well, he did, and he was absolutely rocking service!!! We were not in any rush so we were super flexible and went with the flow. It was absolutely perfect!!! Thank you to each one of you for serving us and being so gracious ❤️. We will be back!!!“

“I recommend because of the food, it was really good and service was fast. While eating my meal with my dad two employees began to argue and made sure the whole restaurant heard it, that part I don't recommend. If you have a problem with a coworker take care of it when there are no customers in the there.“

“You know that expectation in your mind of what a truly good, classic burger and fries should taste like? The kind of taste that brings back great memories? That is exactly what you get at Poppa Ralph's. Absolutely delicious and exactly what I was hoping for. So good!“

“ASHLEY WAS SOOO WONDERFUL AND HANDLED MY PROBLEM. SHE IS "THE BEST" AND WILL CONTINUE TO DO BUSINESS THERE BECAUSE OF HER AND HER GREAT PERSONALITY!!!!!!!“

“The food they serve is amazing and the service is spectacular. I appreciate one of the employees, Jade, for being to kind to my family and I and making sure we get the best service since it was our first time there. Definitely recommend and will be going again!“