Barbecue is an American staple, fromCarolina pork to Texas brisket to Memphis ribs.
McLlintocksoverlooks the beautiful Shell Beach, setting the perfect scene for surf and turf or a bacon-wrapped filet mignon.
DELAWARE: Limestone BBQ and Bourbon in Wilmington
What goes together better than barbecue and bourbon?
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With all the smoked classics and over 100 bourbons,Limestoneis the place to go for barbecue in Delaware.
The restaurant closes at 2 p.m. every day, so be sure to get there early.
Top it off with some bread pudding, the restaurant’s most popular dessert.
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Be sure to order the Famous Apple Strudel, a giant egg roll filled with baked apples.
What began for owners Darren and Sherry Warth as a backyard hobby quickly became a passion and livelihood.
After filling up on meats, finish your meal with the apple dumpling.
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Go all-in with a mutton plate, or try a sampler plate with mutton, beef, and pork.
Get your serving of vegetables and order some fried green beans, too.
Chow down on some ribs and burnt ends while you nurse one of the restaurant’s huge Bloody Marys.
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MASSACHUSETTS: B.T.
If ribs aren’t your thing, try the steak or barbecue chicken.
Diners rave about the food, including this reviewer who said, “Barbecue at its best!
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Smokey tender brisket, must-try heart attack sandwich smother in pulled pork, cheese and jalapeno jam.
Huge smoked, fried wings (like the biggest I’ve seen), tangy coleslaw and corn fritters.
We left feeling full and happy.
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Definitely worth the drive to Anoka!”
MISSOURI: Harp Barbecue in Raytown
Thislittle pop-uppacks a big punch.
MONTANA: The Notorious P.I.G.
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in Missoula
The Notorious P.I.G.serves the kinds of meats its namesake would be proud of: juicy.
With four different house barbecue sauces, there’s no need for any Salt-n-Pepa.
NEW JERSEY: Hamilton Pork in Jersey City
Hamilton Porktakes a modern approach to barbecue.
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Stop by on the weekend for the supersized Dino ribs.
The restaurant is known for its BBQ sauce and has several special sandwiches, like the customizable barbecue cheesesteaks.
Try the Smokehouse Meatballs or the COWamari, fried brisket bites served with ranch and horseradish.
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Check the restaurant’s Facebook page for the most updated offerings.
Reviewers rave about the Apple Pie BBQ Beansbe sure to order some before they run out.
Stop by during the summer months for live music.
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Reviewers love the fried chicken and the wide array of desserts.
The El Frito-Q!!!
Come for the complimentary red beans and rice, and stay for the famous charcoal-grilled ribs.
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A whole bunch of sandwiches, tacos, and 12 whiskey flights draw customers from all over the area.
Order takeout or dine in and enjoy some live music.
The restaurant also has burgers, Frito pies, and big hunks of cornbread.
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Want ribs and pulled pork?
Or burnt ends and chicken?
Big Fatty’s has you covered.
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With that, plus a large selection of beers and bourbon, there’s something for everyone.
Aside from the ribs, reviewers love the brisket, pulled pork, and sweet potato casserole.
Pair anything with a craft beer flight for a complete meal.
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A preview version of this article was originally published on January 16, 2021.
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