Top 19 BBQ restaurants in Philadelphia

In the city of Philadelphia, BBQ restaurants are a popular dining destination for both locals and tourists. These establishments offer a wide variety of mouth-watering, slow-cooked meats, such as brisket, ribs, and pulled pork, with a range of regional styles and sauces. From food trucks to sit-down restaurants, BBQ lovers can find their fix at one of the many BBQ restaurants in Philadelphia.

1. Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse

Family-owned and operated, uses traditional pit-smoking techniques

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  • Celebrations
  • American Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

2. Dwight's Southern Barbecue

Family-owned and operated, using traditional Southern smoking techniques

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Gluten-Free
  • Hidden Gems
  • Cheap Eats

3. MISSION BBQ

Honors American heroes, veterans and active-duty military personnel

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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4. Rib Rack

Family-owned business, slow-smoked meats, award-winning BBQ

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  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Suburban

5. Mike's BBQ

Family-owned business since 1959, Slow-smoked meats over hickory wood

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Hidden Gems

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6. Mr Pig Korean BBQ

All-you-can-eat option, in-table grilling, diverse banchan selection

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Asian Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options

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7. Bomb Bomb Bar B Que Grill

Live music on weekends, Full bar with local beers

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Holiday Celebrations
  • Happy Hours

8. Venango Barbecue Restaurant

Family-owned business since 1959, using traditional pit smoking methods

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Vegan Options

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9. Dibbs BBQ

Family-owned, Catering services, Serves local beer

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife

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10. Charlies Country Ribs

Family-owned business, providing catering services, outdoor seating, and a cozy atmosphere.

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  • Social Gatherings
  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

11. Deke's Bar-B-Que

Serving BBQ since 1999, using traditional pit cooking methods, and providing catering services.

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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12. Dwight's Southern Bar-b-q I

Serving authentic southern-style BBQ with homemade sides and sauces since 1968.

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  • Social Gatherings
  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Downtown Spots

13. Kim's Restaurant

Family-owned and operated, using traditional Korean BBQ techniques

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Vegetarian Options

14. Angry Deekin BBQ

Live music on weekends

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Hidden Gems

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15. Nick's Charcoal Pit

Family-owned, authentic pit-style BBQ, extensive menu options

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Hidden Gems

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16. Zig Zag BBQ

Uses local and sustainable ingredients, Offers vegan and vegetarian options, Outdoor seating available

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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17. Mahalo Hawaiian BBQ

Hawaiian-style BBQ with a focus on traditional recipes and flavors

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  • Asian Cuisine
  • Dinner
  • Late Night

18. Glick's Rib Shack - The Original Rib Stand

Family-owned and operated, established in 1967, using original recipes

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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19. Long Shot BBQ

Uses traditional smoking techniques, Catering services available

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife