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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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1211 MLK Blvd.
Northport, AL 35476
George Archibald, Jr. was 12 years old when he started working in the family barbecue business his f...

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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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1457 Mobile Road
Montgomery, AL 36108
BBQ restaurant in Montgomery, Alabama.

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901 W College St.
Florence, AL 35660
With two locations, one in Florence and one in Sheffield, owner John Cole's caters to barbecue lover...

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101 Bridge Avenue
Northport, AL 35476
Back in the 1960s and 1970s, Dreamland developed devoted fans who would travel across the nation to ...

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3855 University Drive
Huntsville, AL 35816
Back in the 1960s and 1970s, Dreamland developed devoted fans who would travel across the nation to ...

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1434 McFarland Boulevard East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
Once known as Pat James' Full Moon Bar-B-Que, the restaurant, famous for its half-moon cookies and c...

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1400 University Boulevard
Birmingham, AL 35233
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470 Colonial Promenade Parkway
Alabaster, AL 35007
Our Alabaster bar-b-que location is just of 65 in the Colonial Promenade. Come in for lunch or dinne...

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1428 Old Walker Chapel Road
Fultondale, AL 35068
Our Fultondale BBQ location is just off 65 on Old Walker Chapel Road. Come in for lunch or dinner wi...

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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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309 Huntley Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
Golden Rule is the oldest continuously running restaurant in the state of Alabama, and the sixteenth...

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5900 Messer Airport Highway
Birmingham, AL 35212
Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently ...

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1908 11th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35205
Known for pulled pork, cheese biscuits and homemade slaw, Jim ’N Nick’s Bar-B-Q has grown from one l...

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220 Oxmoor Road
Homewood, AL 35209
Known for its pulled pork, cheese biscuits and homemade slaw, the restaurant consistently receives a...

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25603 Perdido Beach Boulevard
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Moe's Original Bar B Que serves up an award-winning, all things Southern, Alabama BBQ experience.

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701 Spring Hill Avenue
Mobile, AL 36602
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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830 First Ave. N.
Birmingham, AL 35203
Barbecue pork, ribs, chicken and more.

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3510 Atlanta Highway
Montgomery, AL 36109
Pork barbecue, smoked sausage and more make for a great meal.

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460 Columbus Street East
Fayette, AL 35555
Barbecue restaurant in Fayette, Alabama

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2031 South Brannon Stand Road
Dothan, AL 36305
Smokey Joe's

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5826 US Highway 231
Wetumpka, AL 36092