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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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1724 9th Ave N
Bessemer, AL 35020
Great barbecue, pies, burgers, etc.

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203 Union Avenue
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
Hickory smoked pit barbecue, chicken, ribs, turkey, ham and more

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101 North Conception Street
Mobile, AL 36602
A new spin to a Southern tradition!

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1901 28th Ave. S
Homewood, AL 35209
Barbecue pork, ribs, chicken, smoked turkey and more

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5360 Hwy. 90 W.
Mobile, AL 36619
Barbecue pork, beef and chicken

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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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3314 Old Shell Road
Mobile, AL 36607
Back in the 1960s and 1970s, Dreamland developed devoted fans who would travel across the nation to ...

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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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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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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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2250 Cobbs Ford Road
Prattville, AL 36066
Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently ...

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1804 Highway 78
Jasper, AL 35501
Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently ...

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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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11310 Memorial Parkway Southwest
Huntsville, AL 35803
LawLers prides itself in having "the most flavorful, highest quality pit barbecue in all of North Al...

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1414 Almon St.
Heflin, AL 36264
Homemade Brunswick stew, smoked pork, beef, chicken, peanut butter cake and more.

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3278 Cahaba Heights Road
Birmingham, AL 35243
Featuring barbecued chicken, beef, pork, ribs and sausage.

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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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6423 Bayfront Park Drive
Daphne, AL 36526
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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939 Fort Dale Road
Greenville, AL 36037
Serving BBQ favorites like pork butt & ribs.

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830 First Ave. N.
Birmingham, AL 35203
Barbecue pork, ribs, chicken and more.

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

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27353 U.S. 231
Troy, AL 36081