Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Montgomery area by diners

Barbecue stands as one of America's most cherished culinary traditions, weaving together a rich tapestry of history, regional diversity, and evolving flavors that resonate with diners from coast to coast. A July 2022 YouGov survey revealed that nearly all Americans (96%) who consume meat , underscoring its widespread enduring appeal and cross-cultural significance. Among the 1,000 survey respondents, Texas dominated as the place most often associated with barbecue, but the cuisine's roots expand far beyond the Lone Star State.

American barbecue can be traced back to Indigenous cooking techniques and was further enriched by the influences of enslaved Africans. In the centuries since, it's evolved into a multifaceted culinary art with : the tangy, vinegar-based sauces and slow-cooked pork of the Carolinas; the tender brisket of Texas with sauce served on the side; the robust, sweet-forward flavors characteristic of Kansas City; and Alabama's signature mayo-based white sauce drizzled over some juicy chicken.

Alongside these classic offerings, innovative interpretations have surged in popularity in recent decades, as multicultural variants such as Korean BBQ, with its marinated cuts and sizzling grill presentations, and Mexican barbacoa, known for its richly spiced, slow-cooked succulence, have carved out their own niche in the competitive barbecue landscape.

Over the years, barbecue has not only mirrored America's evolving palate but has also fostered a spirit of community, as festivals, backyard cookouts, and friendly competitions celebrate the art of smoking and grilling鈥攖raditions lovingly passed down from generation to generation.

Nationwide, barbecue restaurants today greet families and friends with the intoxicating aroma of slow-smoked meats served on sturdy metal trays, often covered in rustic butcher paper. And what meal would be complete without those hearty sides? Whether you opt for gooey mac and cheese and smoky collard greens or crumbly cornbread and creamy coleslaw, you can't go wrong.

If you're craving some good 'cue in your neck of the woods, has you covered with the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Montgomery based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "barbecue" within a 10-kilometer radius of Montgomery were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.

Keep reading to see where to go when the hunger for all things low-and-slow strikes you!

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#18. Texas Roadhouse

- Rating: 2.5/5 (182 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7525 Eastchase Pkwy Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, American, Steakhouses
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#17. Full Moon Bar-B-Que

- Rating: 3.0/5 (93 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7660 Eastchase Pkwy Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#16. BB King's Blues Club

- Rating: 3.2/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1801 Eddie L Tullis Road Wind Creek Casino Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Bars, Southern
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#15. Smokehouse Pit BBQ

- Rating: 3.2/5 (37 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2461 Main St. Millbrook, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#14. LongHorn Steakhouse

- Rating: 3.3/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4095 Eastern Blvd. Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Steakhouses, American, Barbecue
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#13. Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

- Rating: 3.3/5 (184 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6415 Atlanta Hwy Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Southern, Sandwiches
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#12. Shane's Rib Shack

- Rating: 3.5/5 (47 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3984 Atlanta Hwy Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Southern
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#11. Moe's Original Bar B Que

- Rating: 3.6/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1051 East Fairview Ave. Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Sandwiches, Soul Food
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#10. Dreamland BBQ

- Rating: 3.6/5 (41 reviews)
- Address: 7900 Vaughn Road Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#9. Wing Master

- Rating: 3.7/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3430 Atlanta Hwy Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#8. Dreamland BBQ

- Rating: 3.7/5 (603 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12 West Jefferson St. Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#7. Simply Southern Cafe

- Rating: 3.9/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3457 McGehee Road Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Soul Food, Barbecue
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#6. K & J Rib Shack

- Rating: 4.0/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1041 Perry Hill Road Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue
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#5. Fatman's Smokehouse BBQ

- Rating: 4.2/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1660 Federal Drive Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#4. So Gong Dong Tofu & BBQ

- Rating: 4.4/5 (195 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1633 Eastern Blvd. Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#3. Hawaiian BBQ & Ramen

- Rating: 4.4/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 7712 Eastchase Pkwy Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Ramen, Hawaiian
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#2. Joe's Again Buffalo Wings & Rib City

- Rating: 4.4/5 (126 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 654 West Fairview Ave. Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Southern, Barbecue
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#1. Brenda's Bar B Q Pit

- Rating: 4.6/5 (42 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1457 Mobile Road Montgomery, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Cynthia Rebolledo, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 281 metros.

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