3 Best Barbecue Restaurants in Charlotte, NC

Expert-recommended Top 3 BBQ Restaurants in Charlotte, North Carolina. All of our barbecue restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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MIDWOOD SMOKEHOUSE

1401 Central Avenue,
Charlotte, NC 28205 Directions

Since 2011

Specialty:

Midwood Melt Pork Sandwich Roadhouse Smokehouse Smash Burger Chopped Salad Small Chopped Salad Large Downstream Salmon Fixin' To Chicken Tex Mex BBQ Bowl Create Your Own Salad Small Create Your Own Salad Large Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos (Side) Baked Beans Borracho Beans Coleslaw Collard Greens Fries Side Hushpuppies Mac & Cheese Steamed Broccoli Sweet Fries TexMex Rice Banana Pudding Small Banana Pudding Large Pecan Cobbler Kids Chicken Nuggets Kids Grilled Cheese Kids Mac & Veggies Kids Pork Sandwich Kids Quesadilla Add Brisket Add Burnt Ends Add Pork Add Pulled Chicken Add Ribs Add Salmon

"Midwood Smokehouse serves delicious BBQ in a fun, lively setting with a rooftop deck. They are passionate about great barbecues and creating enjoyable dining experiences. Their skilled chef knows many styles of cooking, including American, Mediterranean, Italian, Tex-Mex, and BBQ. They use North Carolina hickory wood to give their barbecue a rich, smoky flavor. Midwood Smokehouse also offers catering for events like office parties, birthdays, weddings, and more. They have gluten-free options to meet different dietary needs. Frank Scibelli and FS Food Group became successful by using fresh ingredients, working together, and always focusing on quality. Their pitmasters keep the hickory fire burning all day and night to make the barbecue everyone loves. All-you-can-eat options and happy hour food are also available.

2026 Update: Midwood Smokehouse has Private Dining and BBQ catering service in South Carolina & North Carolina."

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Price:

Starters
Bacon-Wrapped JalapeñOs (App) $7.00
Cornbread Skillet $11.00
Hushpuppies Small $5.00
Hushpuppies Large $7.00
Smoked Wings $15.00
Crispy Wings $15.00
Mateo'S Taquitos $10.00
Miguel'S Queso $7.00
Nachos Libre $9.00
Pimento Cheese Fries $7.00
Barbecue Plates
Barbecue Glazed Salmon $18.00
Brisket Large $26.00
Brisket Small $20.00
Burnt Ends Large $27.50
Burnt Ends Small $19.50
Carolina Pork Large $15.00
Carolina Pork Small $12.00
Half Chicken $15.00
Pulled Chicken Large $17.00
Pulled Chicken Small $13.00
Ribs Half Rack $21.00
Ribs Whole Rack $38.00
Well Fed $34.00
Pig Out $46.00
Sandwiches
1930 Cheesesteak $18.00
Smoked Chicken Cheesesteak $17.00
Brisket Sandwich $14.00
Lonestar $17.00
Midwood Melt $7.50
Pork Sandwich $11.50
Roadhouse $15.00

Discount:

Earn 1 point for every $1 spent

Contact:

(704) 295-4227

Mon-Sun: 11am - 9pm

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11+ YEARS IN TBR
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MAC'S SPEED SHOP

2511 South Boulevard,
Charlotte, NC 28203 Directions

Since 2005

Specialty:

BBQ Birria Taco (Single) Chicken Street Taco (Single) Blackened Shrimp Taco (Single) BBQ Birria Tacos (2 + side) Chicken Street Tacos (2 + side) Blackened Shrimp Tacos (2 + side) Smoked 1/4 Chicken Smoked Pulled Pork Beef Brisket Crispy Shrimp Shared Platter Chopper Salad Thunderbird Salad Chopped Brisket Sammie Salad Buffalo Chicken Chopper Salad Chopped Chicken & Street Corn Salad Cedar-Plank Salmon Caesar Individual Sides Choice of Three Sides Banana Pudding Hot Fudge Brownie Oreo Peanut Butter Cheesecake Apple Pie Egg Rolls Fountain Drinks Sweet Tea Unsweet Tea Celsius

"Mac's Speed Shop is known for their BBQ, burgers, wings, and Southern food. They have a big dining area and the staff is friendly and fast. They make everything fresh every day, including their tasty BBQ sauces and dressings, so every bite is full of flavor. They also have a huge beer menu with over 300 choices, perfect for beer lovers. You can enjoy their food by picking it up or having it delivered. They offer fresh signature salads, live music, fun events, and a dog-friendly patio, making it a great place for families. Come enjoy award-winning BBQ and a wide variety of beer in a fun and welcoming place. Mac's Speed Shop also serves happy hour food and great cocktails.

2026 Update: Mac's Speed Shop is committed to offering Happy-hour food and Great cocktails. The restaurant also provides a huge private space and catering for various special events."

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Price:

Starters
Hushpuppies $5.00
Chili Cup $5.00
Chili Bowl $7.00
Egg Rolls $9.90
Fried Pickles $8.20
Smoked Street Corn Basket $12.00
Down South Rolls $9.90
Sausage Sampler $16.00
Brisket & Street Corn Tostadas $12.00
Mac's Nachos $14.50
Brisket Burnt Ends (12 Lb) $17.00
Handhelds
Pulled Pork Sandwich $14.50
BBQ Swiss Chicken Sandwich $13.90
Smokehouse Dip $17.50
Buffalo Chicken Wrap $13.50
Jalapeno & Cheddar Sausage Sandwich $12.00
Smoked Turkey & Cheddar Wrap $15.00
Chopped Brisket Sandwich $16.50
Burgers
Route 66 Burger $14.50
Pitmaster Smash Burger $16.00
Bacon Jam Bison Burger $18.20
Carolina Double Smash Burger $15.20
NC Western Burger $15.00
Plates & BBQ
Smoked 14 Chicken $10.00
Smoked Pulled Pork $12.00 $14.00
Beef Brisket $26.00
Crispy Shrimp $14.00

Discount:

Smoked 1/4 Chicken Only for $10

Tavern Burger Only for $10

Chili & Salad Only for $10

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Contact:

(704) 522-6227 (704) 522-6271

Mon-Thu & Sun: 11am - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 12am

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4+ YEARS IN TBR
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MCKOY'S SMOKEHOUSE AND SALOON

4630 Old Pineville Road,
Charlotte, NC 28217 Directions

Since 2006

Specialty:

McKoy’s Smokehouse Wings McKoy’s Loaded Fries Fried Squash Basket Buffalo Shrimp Tater Skins McKoy’s Nachos Chicken Fingers Quesadillas Side Salad McKoy’s Smokehouse Salad Cup or Bowl of Soup House Salad & Stuffed Potato Wedge Salad Soup & Salad McKoy’s BBQ Sandwich Buffalo Chicken Sandwich Pulled Chicken Sandwich Chicken Breast Sandwich McKoy’s Fresh Hand-Cut Burger Triple Threat BBQ Burger The Diablo BBQ Burrito Philly Cheese Steak Smoked Chicken Philly Bowl of Soup Homemade Cornbread Dinner Rolls Half & Half Homemade Coconut Pie Peanut Butter Pie Chocolate Brownie Sundae Bowl of Premium Vanilla Ice Cream

"McKoy's Smokehouse and Saloon is a family-run BBQ restaurant with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. This is the perfect place to enjoy tasty BBQ and comfort food, along with weekly drink specials. They want every guest to feel at home. McKoy’s uses fresh local vegetables, delivered and prepared daily to make sure every bite is full of flavor. Their award-winning wings, ribs, and BBQ show their skill and love for great food. Their salads come with homemade dressings for extra taste. They also offer catering for any event, big or small. Whether you're a biker or a banker, everyone is treated like family. With an outdoor patio and a fun bar, McKoy’s is one of the best places in Charlotte for BBQ. Stop by for good food, good drinks, and good times. They also serve great cocktails. Their Tater Skins feature crispy potato skins smothered with cheddar cheese, green onions and served with sour cream.

2026 Update: McKoy's Smokehouse and Saloon has dine-in, takeaway, delivery and outdoor seating options. Free Wi-Fi, free parking lot and wheelchair accessibility facilities are also available."

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Price:

Starters
Mckoy’S Loaded Fries $7.99
Fried Squash Basket $7.99
Buffalo Shrimp $14.99
Tater Skins $8.99
Mckoy’S Nachos $9.99
Chicken Fingers $9.99
Quesadillas $8.99
Soups & Salads
Side Salad $5.99
Mckoy’S Smokehouse Salad $10.99
Cup Of Soup $6.99
Bowl Of Soup $8.99
House Salad & Stuffed Potato $12.49
Wedge Salad $7.99
Soup & Salad $12.49
Sandwiches & Burgers
Mckoy’S BBQ Sandwich (Small) $9.99
Mckoy’S BBQ Sandwich (Large) $11.99
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich $15.49
Pulled Chicken Sandwich $11.99
Chicken Breast Sandwich $13.99
Mckoy’S Fresh Hand-Cut Burger (Single) $12.49
Mckoy’S Fresh Hand-Cut Burger (Double) $18.49
Mckoy’S Fresh Hand-Cut Burger (Triple) $24.99
Triple Threat $17.49
BBQ Burger $16.49
The Diablo (Burger) $14.99
The Diablo (Grilled Chicken) $13.49
BBQ Burrito $16.99

Discount:

$1 Off NC Drafts on Every Tuesday

Contact:

(704) 523-6330

Mon-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm
Sun: 12pm - 7pm

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