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Craving barbecue? Here are Las Vegas' top 5 options

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Published on January 29, 2020
Craving barbecue? Here are Las Vegas' top 5 optionsJohn Mull's Meats & Road Kill Grill. | Photo: Addie L./Yelp

Got a hankering for barbecue?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top barbecue outlets in Las Vegas, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.

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1. John Mull's Meats & Road Kill Grill

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First on the list is John Mull's Meats & Road Kill Grill, a market and carryout grill. Located at 3730 Thom Blvd., it is the most popular barbecue spot in Las Vegas, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,457 reviews on Yelp.

2. Mochiko Chicken

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Next up is Mochiko Chicken, situated at 2101 S. Decatur Blvd. With 4.5 stars out of 476 reviews on Yelp, it has proved to be a local favorite.

3. Biwon Korean BBQ & Sushi Restaurant

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Biwon Korean BBQ & Sushi Restaurant is another go-to, with four stars out of 926 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2721 W. Sahara Ave. to see for yourself.

4. Texas Meltz

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Check out Texas Meltz, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 228 reviews on Yelp. You can find the fast food spot at 4604 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 6.

5. Makai Pacific Island Grill

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Finally, there's Makai Pacific Island Grill, a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 207 reviews. Stop by 1932 Rock Springs Drive to hit up the spot next time you're in the mood.


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