North Carolina BBQ Q&A

What's your favorite restaurant? Let others know where to find the best NC BBQ!

I am lucky to live in Wilson, NC.  We have several great que places w/i a stones throw of each other....my favorite place is Parkers. And is is mainly b/c of their slaw...I like the tangy mustard flavor it has.  The bbq and stuff are very similar to Bills in my mind's eye, but of course, none of them are as good as what I can put out on my pit!!!!

Wilber's in Goldsboro without a doubt, with Clyde Cooper's in Raleigh running a close second.

Other than ours?

Lexington #1

Without question, Wilbers in Goldsboro is the best. I would add B's in Greenville as 2nd best. BTW, when Ed Mitchell got in trouble, he said he was going to open another place in Wilson, after he got everything settled. Does anyone know anything about his plans?

 

Thanks.

I  haven't heard anything on Mitchell's as of late.  But I did have some of Bill's out of Wilson last night.. Not too bad.  Good, quick service.

I haven't heard of anything more than what's been public.

"The Pit Authentic Barbecue" in Raleigh is Mitchell's latest entry into the world of NC BBQ.

Really up-scale joint!  I couldn't believe the wine selection he has behind a glass wall.  Linen tableclothes and knapkins!  It aint your typical Q-joint!!!

I found the "Chopped Whole Hog" was a wee bit dry and chewy, but it tasted really good.  The flavor was slightly smoky with a good "Eastern" vinegar twang and a little heat.  The Cole-slaw was too chunky without much dressing, but it tasted pretty good.  I got the Mac&cheese as another side and that was really good and cheesy!  The hushpuppies were just 'okay', but they had 'grilled brussel sprouts' that were VERY tasty!  Cost was a bit high at $8.00 plus tax and tip and tea, but I'll get back there again sometime.

Grilled brussel sprouts...I'll have to try that one. Thanks for sharing!