Smoky roadside stops, quiet pitmasters, and North Carolina barbecue that earns loyalty while turning simple detours into ...

At Big Mike’s BBQ, 1222 NW Maynard Rd, Cary, the aroma of slow-smoked meats hits you the moment you arrive. It’s easy to see ...

This North Carolina BBQ counter keeps Lexington-style honest: chopped pork, tangy dip, and that same steady rhythm locals ...

"Everything's big in Texas," the property's new owner said, promising hefty portions with scratch-made Southern sides that "won't break the bank." ...

A pair of historic North Carolina barbecue joints are snuffing out the smokehouses after a collective century and a half in business. Short Sugar’s in Reidsville and Kepley’s in High Point are the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If the South is known for anything, it’s definitely barbecue — and a new ranking is spotlighting North Carolina’s very best.

Planning a trip to Charlotte? Eating North Carolina barbecue is a must. These eateries are loved by reviewers for their ...

Pinehurst is used to hosting some of the biggest events in North Carolina — and now that includes barbecue. The Pinehurst BBQ Festival marks its fifth year this month, emerging as one of the state’s ...

North Carolina is one of America’s most important barbecue regions, a story that starts with smoked pork over live coals. There’s more to the story these days, as North Carolina embraces the country’s ...

Plated meals are served with a piece of cornbread at Ben’s Backdraft Barbecue. Ben Hooper As restaurants across Western North Carolina continue to face significant challenges in the aftermath of ...

Chris Prieto, owner of Prime Barbecue in Knightdale, helped organize the Pinehurst Barbecue Festival, returning for its fifth year Aug. 29-31. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com AI-generated ...