Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in New York City, according to Yelp
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in New York City, 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 New York City 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.
#13. Workers
- Rating: 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 25 Union Sq W 15th St New York, NY 10003
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Street Vendors
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#12. Ling Kee Beef Jerky
- Rating: 4.5/5 (194 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 42 Canal St New York, NY 10002
- Categories: Chinese, Barbecue
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#11. Nubiani
- Rating: 4.5/5 (116 reviews)
- Address: 315 5th Ave 3FL New York, NY 10016
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#10. Pure Grit BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (91 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 36 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10010
- Categories: Barbecue, Vegan, Gluten-Free
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#9. Tofu Tofu
- Rating: 4.5/5 (501 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 96 Bowery New York, NY 10013
- Categories: Korean, Juice Bars & Smoothies, Barbecue
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#8. Greedy Pot
- Rating: 4.5/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 1944 7th Ave New York, NY 10026
- Categories: Caribbean, Southern, Barbecue
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#7. Anytime Kitchen
- Rating: 4.5/5 (2621 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 23 W 32nd St Fl 3 New York, NY 10001
- Categories: Korean, Tapas/Small Plates, Barbecue
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#6. Sam Sunny
- Rating: 4.5/5 (154 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 517 2nd Ave New York, NY 10016
- Categories: Korean, Cocktail Bars, Barbecue
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#5. Apandi BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (6 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 401 W 42nd St New York, NY 10036
- Categories: Barbecue, Food Trucks
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#4. Kaptan's Deck
- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Price level: $$$$
- Address: 337 W 30th St New York, NY 10001
- Categories: Bars, Barbecue
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#3. Grand Street Skewer Cart
- Rating: 5.0/5 (36 reviews)
- Address: Chrystie St New York, NY 10002
- Categories: Street Vendors, Barbecue
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#2. Carnal
- Rating: 5.0/5 (25 reviews)
- Address: Williamsburg Waterfront N 7th St New York, NY 11211
- Categories: Barbecue
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#1. Omar's Mediterranean Cuisine
- Rating: 5.0/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 15 Ann St New York, NY 10038
- Categories: Mediterranean, Salad, Barbecue
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