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Alabama BBQ Trail

Finding great BBQ in Alabama along the famous BBQ trail is not just a series of pit stops, but a sensory expedition that takes you through the very soul of the state's culinary heritage. This trail meanders through small towns and bustling cities alike, with each BBQ joint offering a unique take on Alabama's beloved barbecue traditions. Some venues have been serving up their smoky specialties on a hot Alabama grill for over a century, passing down recipes and techniques from one generation to the next.

Ready to experience the tantalizing flavors of Alabama BBQ? Plan your culinary adventure and explore the diverse and delicious BBQ joints along the Alabama BBQ Trail.

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Find Alabama BBQ Trail Restaurants

Venture deep into the heart of Alabama and you'll find more than just southern hospitality—you'll discover a rich, smoky tradition that’s been perfected over generations. The Alabama BBQ Trail is a mouthwatering journey through our state's most iconic barbecue joints, where each stop tells a unique story of flavors, people, and history. From the tangy vinegar-based sauces of the north to the sweet and spicy molasses blends of the south, Alabama's barbecue is as diverse as its landscapes. Every hot Alabama grill has something unique to offer, whether you’re a BBQ fan or a newbie looking to season your taste buds. Traveling BBQ has never tasted better, so pick your starting point, strap on your seat belt, and get ready to experience the best BBQ in Alabama!

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6633 Old Springville Road
Pinson, AL 35126
Barbecue Stop is the result of twenty years on the road participating and winning rib cook off event...

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1715 6th Ave. SE
Decatur, AL 35601
Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q created the famous white barbecue sauce and has won a host of national awards...

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2636 South Oates Street
Dothan, AL 36301
Serving barbecue beef, camp stew and more.

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2901 Highway 78 East
Jasper, AL 35501
Come visit one of our newest locations for lunch or dinner! Our Jasper bar-b-que location is Old US ...

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2494 Enterprise Drive
Opelika, AL 36801
The moon never sets on this hickory-smoked barbecue eatery with outposts around the state.

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2000 Patton Chapel Road
Birmingham, AL 35216
Home to our second Full Moon location, our Hoover restaurant is located on the corner of Patton Chap...

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3826 Montgomery Highway
Dothan, AL 36303
Come join us at one of our newest locations in Dothan, Alabama.

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3319 Memorial Parkway Southwest
Huntsville, AL 35801
At Gibson's Barbecue, every dish is created using only the freshest, finest ingredients. All our me...

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120 South Chalkville Road
Trussville, AL 35173
Golden Rule is the oldest continuously running restaurant in the state of Alabama, and the sixteenth...

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103 Old Highway 231 North
Troy, AL 36081
BBQ restaurant in Troy, Alabama

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305 21st Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently ...

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6415 Atlanta Highway
Montgomery, AL 36117
Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently ...

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1851 Cherokee Avenue Southwest
Cullman, AL 35055
Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently ...

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1810 Montgomery Highway
Hoover, AL 35244
Known for its slow-smoked meats, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently...

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295 Alabaster Boulevard
Alabaster, AL 35007
Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently ...

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544 Hughes Road
Madison, AL 35758
Madison

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125 East Magnolia Avenue
Auburn, AL 36830
Moe's Original Bar B Que serves up an award-winning, all things Southern, Alabama BBQ experience. Th...

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2101 University Boulevard
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Moe's Original Bar B Que serves up an award-winning, all things Southern, BBQ and Live music experie...

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445 Providence Main Street Northwest
Huntsville, AL 35806
Moe's Original Bar B Que serves up an award-winning, all things Southern, Alabama BBQ experience.

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2520 Rocky Ridge Road
Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
Moe's Original Bar B Que serves up an award-winning, all things Southern, Alabama BBQ experience.

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844 County Road 213
Hollywood, AL 35752
Known for its catfish, the restaurant also serves noteworthy barbecue pork and ribs at old-fashioned...

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939 Fort Dale Road
Greenville, AL 36037
Serving BBQ favorites like pork butt & ribs.

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1008 Oxmoor Road
Homewood, AL 35209
Visit Saw's and enjoy barbecue pork, ribs, chicken and more.

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5826 US Highway 231
Wetumpka, AL 36092