Charlotte houses for rent are available at all price points, but you need to be careful that you don’t get too far away from the city center and some of the best barbecue restaurants.
Here are some of the best barbecue restaurants in Charlotte to keep on your radar.
McKoy’s Smokehouse and Saloon
McKoy’s Smokehouse and Saloon is a barbecue joint in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is one of the most iconic restaurants to serve Carolina barbecue in the state. The restaurant was founded by two brothers and their father.
McKoy’s Smokehouse and Saloon has been recognized for their signature sauces, which are available for purchase at the restaurant. They have also been recognized for their famous “McKoy’s BBQ” sandwich, which is a heap of pulled pork topped with their tasty coleslaw.
Midwood Smokehouse
The Midwood Smokehouse is one of the most iconic places to find Carolina barbecue.
The Midwood Smokehouse has been around for many years and is known for their pulled pork and brisket sandwiches. They also have a variety of sides like macaroni and cheese, collard greens, and barbecue baked beans.
Charlotte has a wide variety of restaurants that serve barbecue including some good ones in uptown, but The Midwood Smokehouse stands out from the rest because it’s been around for so long with its unique food combinations.
Noble Smoke
For a taste of Carolina barbecue, you can’t go wrong with Noble Smoke. They offer a variety of meat and sides that are perfect for any occasion.
Carolina BBQ is a staple in the South and luckily, Noble Smoke has stepped up to the plate and offers some of the best Carolina barbecue right on Freedom Drive.
Noble Smoke offers an array of meat options like pulled pork, brisket, ribs, and chicken for their famous sandwiches and platters. Additionally they have a wide selection of sides including slaw (Eastern or Western), broccoli salad, macaroni and cheese, hush puppies, and more!
Sweet Lew’s BBQ
Sweet Lew’s BBQ is a staple of Charlotte that was established in 2018.
Sweet Lew’s BBQ is located in the Belmont neighborhood. They are open from 11am-9pm Tuesday through Saturday. Their menu includes a variety of traditional Southern dishes like ribs, brisket, pulled pork and chicken.
Don’t forget dessert while dining here if you love homemade pudding. They offer both banana pudding and dirt pie for a sweet treat after your meal!
The Q Shack
The Q Shack is a barbecue restaurant that is located in South Charlotte. It is known for its slow-smoked pork shoulder and beef brisket. The restaurant has been around since 2017 with no plans of slowing down.
It’s a place that’s not too fancy, but it’s got plenty of charm. The Q Shack is a local favorite for many reasons: their food, their prices, and their friendly service.
Besides your typical barbecue menu, The Q Shack also offers delicious jalapeno deviled eggs and homemade stews daily!
