Right up there withburgers, hot dogs, andpizza, barbecue reigns among the most iconic Americana comfort foods.

That’s why it’s important, when that barbecue craving hits, to prioritize quality over quantity.

These are the eight best barbecue chains in America.

Famous Dave’s main dish

Famous Dave’s / Facebook

“Most outstanding in the category in my experience is Mighty Quinn’s,” raves Mace.

Indeed, the chain has seen a largeincrease in customer traffic of late.

Most recently, the companyannounced four additional leadership roles, to help the brand’s growth plans.

mighty quinn bbq

Mighty Quinn BBQ / Facebook

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

The largest barbecue franchise in Americais doing something right.

Born in Dallas in 1941, and swiftly expanded throughout the state by brothers Roland and T.D.

Dickey, franchising began in 1994 to meet customer demand.

4 rivers smokehouse

4 Rivers Smokehouse / Facebook

But all that expansion didn’t sacrifice quality.

Food has always been prepared the old-fashioned way, doled out in comfy, rustic-chic dining rooms.

The Z-Man sandwich features slow-smoked beef brisket, smoked provolone, crispy onion rings, and a Kaiser roll.

L&L Hawaiian BBQ

L&L Hawaiian BBQ / Facebook

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit / Facebook

Famous Dave’s

Famous Dave’s / Facebook

Moe’s Original BBQ

Moe’s Original BBQ / Facebook

Mission BBQ

Mission BBQ / Facebook

Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Cue

Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Cue / Facebook