New Orleans' Best BBQ Restaurants And Grills
New Orleans is one of America’s culinary capitals, known for Creole and Cajun specialties from po-boys to gumbo. The city hasn’t historically been a haven for traditional American barbecue but in recent years, new BBQ joints have popped up all over the city, and they’re changing NOLA’s barbecue reputation. Check out our 10 favorite BBQ restaurants and pop-ups below.
1. The Joint
The Joint
Located in the Bywater neighborhood, The Joint leads the charge in NOLA’s barbecue scene, with a national reputation. Customers rave about the ribs and brisket, covered in The Joint’s signature sauce.
The Joint, 701 Mazant Street, New Orleans, USA, +1 504 949 3232
2. McClure's Barbecue
Bakery, Restaurant
3. Walker’s Southern Style BBQ
Restaurant, BBQ
4. Blue Hickory Blues and Barbecue
Restaurant, American, BBQ
5. Blue Oak BBQ
Restaurant, BBQ, American
6. Bar-B-Q-Kings
Bar, Restaurant, American
7. NOLA-Q
NOLA-Q
This barbecue pop-up joint has two regular locations, one Uptown and one in Mid City. On Friday nights, NOLA-Q can be found in Coulis, a popular Uptown breakfast spot, while on Saturdays it moves to Pal’s Lounge, a quirky Mid City dive. Diners love the BBQ chicken and cheesy potato side dish.
Coulis, 3625 Prytania Street, New Orleans, USA, +1 504 304 4265
8. Black Label Icehouse
Bar, Restaurant, American, Pub Grub
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