2024 Best Barbecue Restaurants in Philadelphia Area

The Best BBQ Joints in Philadelphia

The meaning of the term "barbecue" changes from one part of the country to another. From Texas to Kansas City and across the Southeast, barbecue means well-seasoned meat cooked "low and slow" over wood until it develops a pink "smoke ring." Memphis barbecue is especially known for its rubs. Texas prefers beef for barbecue, and pork is the basis of barbecue in the Southeast. Sauces and sides vary widely, too.

Whatever your pleasure, try one of GAYOT's Best Barbecue Restaurants in Philadelphia, presented in alphabetical order.

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Baby Blues BBQ
12/20
Baby Blues BBQ offers an array of options, including ribs, pulled pork, beef brisket and smoked chicken. See More
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El Camino Real
12/20
Best of the border towns in Northern Liberties. See More
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Fette Sau
QB
Southern-style barbecue by way of Brooklyn. See More
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Smokin' Betty's
13/20
It’s a funky scene at this smokin' spot for barbecue and other comfort fare. See More

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Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse
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Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse serves up pulled pork, chicken, beef brisket, Memphis baby back ribs and more. See More
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