In the never-ending debate over North Carolina barbecue, the west wins this round. Earlier this spring, Southern Living named the best barbecue in every state, and a Lexington-style icon earned North ...

If you’re a fan of Southern barbecue (and really is there any other type worth considering?), then you’ve likely heard of Lexington barbecue. The signature style of ‘cue, which is characterized by ...

This North Carolina BBQ counter keeps Lexington-style honest: chopped pork, tangy dip, and that same steady rhythm locals swear by.

Many of us who are raised on or reformed by incomparable low-and-slow Southern pork barbecue appreciate cabbage slaw as a classic accompaniment, whether spooned onto our plate (AKA our tray) or inside ...

Smoky roadside stops, quiet pitmasters, and North Carolina barbecue that earns loyalty while turning simple detours into ...

Just like most Southern states, North Carolina makes a big deal about its barbecue. Most people traveling to North Carolina are unaware that Carolina BBQ is unique and different from other states, ...

Southern Living ranks six NC barbecue joints among South’s top 50 spots in 2025. Skylight Inn in Ayden and Lexington Barbecue lead with traditional whole hog prep. Sam Jones BBQ and Prime BBQ blend ...

One of the top barbecue experts in a state known for smoked meat has an issue with Southern Living’s list of the best barbecue joints in the South. Daniel Vaughn, barbecue editor at the magazine Texas ...

If the South is known for anything, it's definitely barbecue - and a new ranking is spotlighting North Carolina's very best. Southern Living released its list of the "Top 50 BBQ Joints" across the ...