9 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Jackson

“the staff is very friendly and the food is really good. what more do you need or require?“

“I’ve heard of this place from many people. I have the luxury of working in Jackson for a couple days, and I had to try them. The place doesn’t look like much, but all the flavors are behind the door. Good food, good atmosphere, and great owners. The only thing that beats the food are the prices. If I get the luxury of coming back to Jackson Georgia, I’ll be eating here again.“

“First time ordering wings from here, let's just say, it will not be the last. They were perfect!! Staff was very nice which is another plus. Thank you for the wonderful wings and fries.“

“First off, as of end of September 2026, the barbeque is in its own building right next to the Love's Diesel island. GET THERE!!

I have traveled to 45 of the 48 continental states, tried BBQ in most of them. I got sent to the area for the first time, parked at Loves and thought 'how great, there's a massage place, Barber, market (read smoke shop with beer and liquor) and some BBQ!!' The guy who worked at the smoke shop was great, prices were good, and he told me the food folks moved...

Then it happened... I walked 42 seconds to the food... Ordered brisket, Mac and cheese, and fried okra. Now, I've never tried fried okra before, but it's now my hands down favorite because of this place. I didn't expect some yellow kinda rice, but it too was great, especially for just a bit of rice... I tried the Mac and cheese... My stomach thanked me, my brain dumped endorphins by the bucket load!! My arteries are SO mad at me for enjoying the Mac and cheese SOOOOO much... Then there is the brisket....

This place has the secret backdoor to Heaven, hand to God! Now, understand that I pride myself in smoking and seasoning tri-tip, thinking I have ANY idea how to cook meat.... LeeLee (spelling?!) or whoever actually makes the food here.. In nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti or whatever the Catholics say..... Bless you for the literally life changing experience of tasting your food!!! I've heard it said that some things are good enough that it will make you want to slap your momma.... After a single sampling of THIS food.... I'm slapping the peace out of my momma.... My friends.... My kids.... The priest, pastor, AND the father... I might even slap the living hell out of a random kid!!! Suffice it to say, I'd crawl through hell, broken glass, salt and vinegar, lemon and rubbing alcohol to get back to this place!!! Changed my entire definition of what actually great food, and especially what barbeque is SUPPOSED to be!!!“

“Definitely the best Brunswick stew and BBQ around Jackson Ga ☆☆☆☆☆ 🔥“

“We drove 9hrs from indiana for 5 key lime cakes. The ribs brisket and wings were amazing and loved the bbq sauce.we will be back in a few months for another weekend date night. Great bunch of people!“

“We tried Shorty's yesterday. It was a great experience we met John his lovey wife and his father. The are really sweet, friendly folks. Their food potatoe salad, bbq, Mac and cheese, slaw, peach cobbler and them drinks peach tea, strawberry lemonade was some of the best ever. We will definitely go back“

“We have used Shanes several times over the last few months for our business and personal catering. The quality of food can’t be beat. And, their customer service is the best!!“