Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Springfield, according to Yelp
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Springfield, according to Yelp
Barbecue, also known as BBQ for short, has captivated the taste buds of millions of people across the world; its smell, a quintessential part of backyard parties and long, lazy holiday weekends. This cooking method involves slow cooking and smoking meat over an open flame or heat source. Beyond the slab of baby back ribs and brisket that we're probably familiar with, barbecue has a long history dating back centuries and is rooted in various cultures.
The earliest origins of barbecue can be traced back to the Taino people, who were Indigenous to the Caribbean. By the 19th century, the technique became widespread in the American South, primarily using pork. Taino people didn't use the word barbecue. Instead, this method of cooking food over a raised wooden grate was referred to as barbacoa.
As time passed, techniques and flavors evolved as a result of colonization, globalization, and advancements in technology. Today, barbecue has become a beloved food all over the world. In the United States, there are four distinct styles: Memphis, North Carolina, Kansas City, and Texas BBQ. Memphis is renowned for pulled pork; North Carolina for smoked pork infused in vinegar sauce; Kansas City for dry-rubbed meats, and Texas for grilled brisket.
No matter the style, however, barbecue can be enjoyed anywhere, but if you're specifically looking for the best places to enjoy the savory and mouthwatering delights, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Springfield using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.
#23. The Rib Joint of Springfield
- Rating: 2.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 2963 E Chestnut Expy Springfield, MO 65802
- Categories: Barbecue, Seafood, Sandwiches
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#22. RibCrib BBQ
- Rating: 3.0/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2922 S Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65804
- Categories: Barbecue, American (Traditional)
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#21. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 3.0/5 (107 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3121 S Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65804
- Categories: Steakhouses, American (Traditional), Barbecue
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#20. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 3.0/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1360 Republic Rd Springfield, MO 65804
- Categories: Barbecue, American (Traditional), Chicken Wings
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#19. RibCrib BBQ
- Rating: 3.5/5 (37 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1720 S Campbell Ave Springfield, MO 65807
- Categories: American (Traditional), Barbecue
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#18. Whole Hog Cafe
- Rating: 3.5/5 (135 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 224 W Sunshine St Springfield, MO 65807
- Categories: Barbecue
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#17. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.5/5 (121 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 255 E Monastery St Springfield, MO 65807
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American (Traditional)
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#16. Sugarfire Smokehouse
- Rating: 3.5/5 (56 reviews)
- Address: 1730 E Republic Rd Ste A Springfield, MO 65804
- Categories: Barbecue
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#15. Crosstown BBQ
- Rating: 4.0/5 (86 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1331 E Division St Springfield, MO 65807
- Categories: Barbecue
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#14. Buckingham Smokehouse Bar B Q
- Rating: 4.0/5 (93 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2002 S Campbell Ave Springfield, MO 65807
- Categories: Barbecue, Smokehouse, Sandwiches
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#13. Bubba's BBQ
- Rating: 4.0/5 (176 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 504 NW Bypass Springfield, MO 65802
- Categories: Barbecue
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#12. Whole Hog Cafe
- Rating: 4.0/5 (223 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2731 N Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65803
- Categories: Barbecue, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
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#11. Pappy's Place
- Rating: 4.0/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 943 N Main Ave Springfield, MO 65802
- Categories: Barbecue, Bars
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#10. Gettin' Basted - Springfield
- Rating: 4.0/5 (47 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3242 S Stewart Ave Springfield, MO 65803
- Categories: Barbecue, American (New)
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#9. Missouri Mike's
- Rating: 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1724 E Battlefield Rd Springfield, MO 65804
- Categories: American (Traditional), Barbecue, Sports Bars
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#8. Bawi Korean BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (126 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4121 S National Springfield, MO 65810
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#7. Smokin' Bob's BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 2100 W Republic Rd Ste 100 Springfield, MO 65807
- Categories: Barbecue
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#6. Smokin' Bob's BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3309 E Sunshine St Springfield, MO 65804
- Categories: Barbecue
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#5. Missouri Mike's BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2833 W Chestnut Expy Springfield, MO 65802
- Categories: Barbecue
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#4. Oscar's Famous Ribs
- Rating: 4.5/5 (19 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3260 E Battlefield Rd Springfield, MO 65804
- Categories: Barbecue
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#3. City Butcher and Barbecue
- Rating: 4.5/5 (490 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3650 S Campbell Ave Springfield, MO 65807
- Categories: Butcher, Barbecue
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#2. Chicago Smerqs
- Rating: 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
- Address: 3202 W Republic Rd Ste 500 Springfield, MO 65807
- Categories: Barbecue
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#1. St. George's BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (15 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3012 S National Ave Springfield, MO 65804
- Categories: Barbecue
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