TOP 10 BBQ RESTAURANTS IN NWA . Pop’s BBQ $
FAYETTEVILLE
. Herman’s $$
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121 E Poplar St, (479) 633-8150
2901 N. College Rd, (479) 442-9671
Get ready to be WOWED when you first taste the BBQ ribs from Pop’s. These are ribs that make you feel like you’ve died and gone to heaven. Pop’s is operating as a food truck directly across the street from the Rogers Chamber. If you haven’t yet sampled Pop’s BBQ, you absolutely must give it a try.
Everything at Herman’s is fresh and handmade. The ribs are juicy and tender, the kind that fall off the bone and melt in your mouth. The steaks are hand-cut and aged to perfection, and Nick’s Shrimp Remoulade with homemade sauce is delicious beyond words. Open for both lunch and dinner with a deck where you can watch the BBQ being grilled, Herman’s has 45 years of experience cooking and serving up delicious BBQ.
. Sassy’s Red House
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708 N College Ave, (479) 856-6366 Known far and wide for having the perfect BBQ sauce. Try the barbecue nachos as an entree instead of an appetizer. Service is terrific too.
JOHNSON
. Wrights Barbecue $$
. Tyler’s Craft BBQ
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109 N Arkansas St, Rogers, AR, (479) 409-7423 If your idea of BBQ is tender, moist pork with a light pecan smoked flavor, you simply must try one of the handcrafted BBQ sandwiches served out of this local food truck. Slaw lovers, this is your chance to try some of the most delicious Wasabi slaw you will ever put in your mouth.
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. The Big Rub Urban Eatery
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2212 Main Dr, (479) 633-7229
(inside Walmart SuperCenter)
Offering handcrafted, 100% wood-fired pit barbecue, large portions, friendly service and reasonable prices. The brisket is so tender, you can cut it with a fork. The sides, including their amazing baked beans are full of substance and lip-smackin’ flavor. Wright’s is also available for catering, tailgate parties and special events. You’re missing out if you haven’t tried this delicious smoked meat.
4208 South Pleasant Crossing, (479) 282-1405
ROGERS
. Pit Master’s BBQ
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Frisco Station Mall 100 N Dixieland, (479) 202-5344 The entire menu is made fresh daily, and no smoked meats are precooked, frozen and eventually thawed out. Pit Master’s BBQ maintains the integrity and just smoked flavor of meats by slow smoking every morning. Don’t miss the all-you-can-eat ribs deal on Thursdays, and get there early as folks begin to line up early for this tasty special.
Delicious urban BBQ, sandwiches, homemade sides, and street tacos made from the freshest ingredients to be found anywhere. Smokehouse and Brisket taco are awesome as is the Jordan (large portion) sandwich. Great tasting barbecue, convenient location and reasonable prices make this a regional favorite.
. Penguin Ed’s
230 S E Ave, Fayetteville, AR, (479) 521-3663 Has delightful, unique ambiance, and served some of the best BBQ you’ll find in the Northeast section of the state. The menu is varied, but do try the pulled pork, ribs or brisket if you enjoy barbecue. You can’t go wrong with either of the three.
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