Need more barbecue in your life?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable barbecue sources in Tampa, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.
1. BJ's Alabama BBQ
Topping the list is BJ's Alabama BBQ. Located at 3423 S. Dale Mabry Highway in Virginia Park, the spot to score barbecue and more is the highest-rated inexpensive barbecue spot in Tampa, boasting 4.5 stars out of 125 reviews on Yelp.
Curious to know more about the business? Owner April Moreno explains "my father's restaurant, Big John's Alabama BBQ, inspired me to continue the family tradition," per the bio section of the business's Yelp profile. This spot offers barbecue chicken and rib, pulled pork and smoked sausage. Try the two-meat platter with your choice of meats and sides like collard greens and potato salad plus white bread.
2. Sarge's Smokehouse Bbq
Next up is North Hyde Park's Sarge's Smokehouse Bbq, situated at 1500 W. Cass St. With 4.5 stars out of 50 reviews on Yelp, the food truck and smokehouse, which offers barbecue and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
Brandie M, who reviewed Sarge's Smokehouse Bbq on Nov. 19, noted, "The barbecue here tends to lean towards the sweet versus the savory. It's all delicious! The baked beans are rather unique with chunks of meat, a variety of beans and pineapple. Trust me, it really works. I've tried the pork, chicken and brisket."
3. Big John's Alabama Bar-B-Q
Northeast's Big John's Alabama Bar-B-Q, located at 5707 N. 40th St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap spot to score barbecue and more four stars out of 92 reviews.
Yelper Bob N. wrote, "There is no better place for barbecue in Tampa, and I have tried a lot. The open-pit grill, paired with Big John's signature sauce, is guaranteed to leave your hands finger-licking delicious."
Try the sweet potato pie and pound cake for dessert.
4. Ice Cream's Delicious Turkey Legs & BBQ
Ice Cream's Delicious Turkey Legs & BBQ, a food truck that offers barbecue and more in East Tampa, is another much-loved, affordable go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 14 Yelp reviews. Head over to 5112 N. 22nd St. to see for yourself.
Yelper Brett N. wrote, "I finally tried the turkey legs. I love the ribs so much here that it was tough to stray from them. But I was in the mood for a turkey leg, so I went for it! This truck is one of the best kept secrets in Tampa Bay."
5. Georgia Boy Bbq
Over in Ybor City, check out Georgia Boy Bbq, which has earned four stars out of 17 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the food truck, which offers barbecue and more, by heading over to 898 E. Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.
Yelper Janet Z., who reviewed Georgia Boy Bbq on Nov. 11 wrote, "Best barbecue I have had a in a long time! Great smoky flavor, tart mustard sauce."
Try the ribs and chicken smothered with tangy barbecue sauce with baked beans and mac and cheese on the side.
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