Craving barbecue? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top barbecue outlets in Minneapolis, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.
1. FireBox Deli
Topping the list is FireBox Deli, situated at 4707 Lyndale Ave. North in North Minneapolis. With 4.5 stars out of 134 reviews on Yelp, the popular eatery is the highest-rated spot in the city for barbecue.
Menu offerings include smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken wings and rib tips, which are sold by the half or full pound or as a platter with a choice of two sides. Sides include mac and cheese, coleslaw, sweet potatoes, collard greens and sticky rice. Pulled pork and brisket sandwiches are also on offer. Here's the menu.
2. Scott Ja-Mamas
Scott Ja-Mamas, a spot to score barbecue and more in south Minneapolis, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 48 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3 W. Diamond Lake Road to see for yourself, but don't forget to bring cash or check as this establishment doesn't take credit cards.
The eatery's menu focuses on ribs and chicken, and ribs can be purchased in quarter rack, half rack and full rack increments. Expect half and quarter chickens as well. Pork, steak and grilled chicken sandwiches are also on offer, as are sides like potatoes, coleslaw, dinner rolls and baked beans.
3. Ted Cook's 19th Hole BBQ
Then there's Ted Cook's 19th Hole BBQ, which has earned four stars out of 124 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Powderhorn fixture at 2814 E. 38th St.
At the takeout spot, all of the meats are smoked using hickory and cherry woods. Look for ribs, pulled pork, chicken and beef hot links, along with sides like coleslaw, baked beans and jojo potatoes. Check out the menu here for a full list of offerings.
