Craving barbecue?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable barbecue spots in Durham, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fill the bill.
1. Backyard BBQ Pit
Topping the list is the Backyard BBQ Pit. Located at 5122 NC Highway 55, the Southern spot, which offers barbecue and more, is the highest-rated affordable barbecue spot in Durham, boasting four stars out of 802 reviews on Yelp.
Curious about the history of the business?
"Backyard BBQ Pit is family-owned and it's been operating since April 2007," according to the history section of the business's Yelp profile. "We are dedicated to excellence in fresh food and quality."
As to what the business is known for, "We specialize in smoked cooked barbecue, ribs, smoked chicken, pork chops and brisket," it states on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.
2. Hog Heaven Bar-B-Q
Next up is Hog Heaven Bar-B-Q, situated at 2419 Guess Road. With four stars out of 155 reviews on Yelp, the spot to score barbecue has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.
Yelper Jun C., who reviewed Hog Heaven Bar-B-Q on Aug. 15, wrote, "I ordered the fried flounder dinner with okra and granny potatoes. They were all very good!"
Yelper Kathie M. wrote, "You have to try the fried chicken! I'm a 47-year-old Southern woman and I've have had my fair share of delicious fried chicken. This is some of the absolute best out there."
3. The Dog House
The Dog House, located at 2009 Guess Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable spot to score hot dogs, barbecue and shaved ice four stars out of 11 reviews.
Want to know more about the background of this business?
"The Dog House has been serving hungry customers in Durham for over 45 years," the business notes in the history section of its Yelp profile. "Our philosophy is simply to serve a fresh product at a fair price and always with fast and friendly service."
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