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4 top spots for barbecue in Durham

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Published on August 13, 2019
4 top spots for barbecue in DurhamBackyard BBQ Pit | Photo: Jeremy G./Yelp

Craving barbecue?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top barbecue sources in Durham, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to satisfy your cravings.

1. Backyard BBQ Pit

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First up is the Backyard BBQ Pit, situated at 5122 NC Highway 55. With four stars out of 787 reviews on Yelp, the Southern spot, which offers barbecue and more, has proven to be a local favorite.

2. The Original Q Shack

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The Original Q Shack, located at 2510 University Drive, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot to score barbecue, burgers and sandwiches four stars out of 574 reviews.

3. It's a Southern thing: Kitchen and Bar

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Over in City Center, check out It's a Southern thing: Kitchen and Bar, which has earned four stars out of 247 reviews on Yelp. You can find the bar and Southern spot, which offers barbecue and more, at 605 W. Main St.

4. Picnic

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Finally, there's Picnic, a local favorite with four stars out of 261 reviews. Stop by 1647 Cole Mill Road to hit up the bar, which offers barbecue, sandwiches and more, next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings.


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