I’ve put together a list of 15 spots where you’ll find the best BBQ in Durham, NC. I recently spent 3 months housesitting in North Carolina and I got to know the local food scene really well. BBQ is a big deal in that part of the world, and there’s no shortage of great places to eat.
I was also lucky enough to become friends with a local resident who was once an official reviewer of BBQ food in the local region. She gave me some amazing insights into places off the beaten track and shared with me where to find the best BBQ restaurants in Durham.
North Carolina BBQ is cooked in its own distinct way. It’s traditionally pork-based and cooked slow and low in a vinegary tomato sauce. This gives the meat a slightly sweeter taste and sets it apart from the BBQ of other states. As well as the local traditional style, you’ll find all kinds of BBQ in Durham.
15 Best BBQ Restaurants in Durham
After eating my way through Durham for 3 months, and with the helpful knowledge of my friend Holly-Anne (the former BBQ reviewer), I’ve put together my top 15 BBQ places in Durham.
I considered several factors as the competition is pretty fierce. Everything from price, location, quality, atmosphere, and service has been taken into consideration to name what I consider to be the best 15.
1. The Blue Note Grill
(Best BBQ Restaurant in Durham)
Renowned for its live music as well as its food, the Blue Note Grill is one of my favorite places to visit in general, and not just for the BBQ. They have an extensive menu filled with BBQ delights. It’s one of those menus that begs some careful consideration because it all looks so good! For me, it’s one of the best restaurants in Durham, overall.
They serve excellent pulled pork sandwiches, exquisite burgers, and combo plates featuring an extensive number of side dish options. But for me, The Blue Note is where you’ll find the best ribs in Durham. I was lucky enough to eat ribs at the historic Rendevouz in Memphis a few months prior, and the ribs here certainly compete.
The addition of live music 5-nights-a-week and a cool bar with great rotating beer tap options makes the Blue Note a really popular spot. It is well-loved by locals and tourists alike.
The Blue Note Grill Information
Address: 709 Washington St, Durham, NC 27701, United States. Click here for directions.
Phone: +19194011979
Operating Hours: 11 am – 10 pm Tuesday-Saturday
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