Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Albuquerque, according to Yelp
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Albuquerque, 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 Albuquerque 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.
#30. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 3.0/5 (196 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9975 Coors Byp NW Albuquerque, NM 87114
- Categories: Steakhouses, American (Traditional), Barbecue
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#29. Takumi Restaurant
- Rating: 3.0/5 (266 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2100 Louisiana Blvd NE Ste 800 Albuquerque, NM 87110
- Categories: Sushi Bars, Barbecue, Teppanyaki
- Read more on Yelp
#28. The County Line
- Rating: 3.5/5 (288 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9600 Tramway Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87122
- Categories: Barbecue, Caterers
- Read more on Yelp
#27. A&J Bbq Food Truck
- Rating: 3.5/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 405 2nd St NW Albuquerque, NM 87102
- Categories: Barbecue
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#26. Golden Pride Bbq Chicken & Ribs
- Rating: 3.5/5 (205 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1830 Lomas Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87106
- Categories: Barbecue
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#25. Whole Hog Cafe
- Rating: 3.5/5 (210 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9880 Montgomery Blvd NE Ste 1 Albuquerque, NM 87111
- Categories: Barbecue
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#24. Golden Pride
- Rating: 3.5/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5231 Central Ave NW Albuquerque, NM 87105
- Categories: Barbecue, New Mexican Cuisine, Breakfast & Brunch
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#23. Golden Pride
- Rating: 3.5/5 (168 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 10101 Central Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87123
- Categories: Barbecue, Breakfast & Brunch, New Mexican Cuisine
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#22. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 3.5/5 (202 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6600 Menaul Blvd NE Ste 700 Albuquerque, NM 87110
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American (Traditional)
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#21. Kimo's Hawaiian BBQ
- Rating: 4.0/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3239 Girard NE Albuquerque, NM 87107
- Categories: Barbecue, Food Trucks, Hawaiian
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#20. Mr. Powdrell's Barbeque House
- Rating: 4.0/5 (122 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5209 4th St NW Albuquerque, NM 87107
- Categories: Barbecue
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#19. Golden Pride Bbq Chicken & Ribs
- Rating: 4.0/5 (173 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3720 Juan Tabo Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87111
- Categories: Barbecue
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#18. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 4.0/5 (355 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5900 Pan American Frontage Rd N Albuquerque, NM 87109
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue
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#17. Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 4.0/5 (196 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10136 Coors NW Albuquerque, NM 87114
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts, Sandwiches
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#16. SA BBQ
- Rating: 4.0/5 (40 reviews)
- Address: 3600 Cutler Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87110
- Categories: Barbecue
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#15. Mr Powdrell's Barbeque
- Rating: 4.0/5 (165 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 11301 Central Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87123
- Categories: Barbecue
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#14. Hot Mess BBQ And Soul Food
- Rating: 4.0/5 (99 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1301 Eubank Blvd NE Albuquerque , NM 87112
- Categories: Southern, Barbecue, Soul Food
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#13. Black Mesa BBQ
- Rating: 4.0/5 (18 reviews)
- Address: 6301 Coors Blvd SW Albuquerque, NM 87121
- Categories: Barbecue, American (Traditional), Sandwiches
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#12. Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 4.0/5 (616 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2321 Carlisle NE Albuquerque, NM 87110
- Categories: Barbecue
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#11. S-A BBQ - Albuquerque - Tin Can Alley
- Rating: 4.0/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6110 Alameda Blvd NE Space 4 Albuquerque, NM 87113
- Categories: Barbecue, American (Traditional)
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#10. Nexus Blue Smokehouse
- Rating: 4.0/5 (180 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1511 Broadway Blvd SE Albuquerque, NM 87102
- Categories: Smokehouse, Barbecue, Brewpubs
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#9. Big John's BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (15 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3601 Montgomery Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109
- Categories: Street Vendors, Barbecue
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#8. Craft Q Barbeque
- Rating: 4.5/5 (10 reviews)
- Address: Albuquerque, NM 87105
- Categories: Barbecue, Food Trucks
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#7. Fat T's BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (30 reviews)
- Address: 308 Rio Grande Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87104
- Categories: Barbecue, Sandwiches
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#6. Vick's Vittles Country Kitchen
- Rating: 4.5/5 (342 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8810 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87123
- Categories: American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch, Barbecue
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#5. Steam Q
- Rating: 4.5/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: Albuquerque, NM 87105
- Categories: Food Trucks, Barbecue
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#4. Mighty Mike's Meats
- Rating: 4.5/5 (32 reviews)
- Address: 7521 Carmel Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87113
- Categories: Food Trucks, Barbecue
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#3. Nomad's BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (56 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Albuquerque, NM 87107
- Categories: Food Trucks, Barbecue
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#2. Duke City BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (45 reviews)
- Address: 5500 San Mateo Albuquerque, NM 87109
- Categories: Barbecue, Beverage Store, Sandwiches
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#1. Abq Grill n Que
- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 5701 Gibson Blvd SE Albuquerque, NM 87108
- Categories: Food Trucks, Barbecue, Smokehouse
- Read more on Yelp
